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Breaking Money Politics in South West Nigeria: A Shifting Culture By Citizen Bolaji O. Akinyemi The greatest political burden confronting Southern Nigeria today is not merely bad leadership. It is the dangerous culture of godfatherism and money bag politics that increasingly determines who gets what, who emerges where, and who represents the people. Politics in the South West was not originally designed around the worship of money. It was built around values, character, intellectual depth, community trust, and the moral concept of Omoluabi. Sadly, we are gradually departing from that heritage. Today, political value is increasingly measured not by integrity,…

Citizen Bolaji O. Akinyemi The open letter addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by six governorship aspirants of the All Progressives Congress in Oyo State is more than an internal party complaint. It is a political distress signal. It is a warning from within the family house that the cracks are widening, and that if care is not taken, the same mistakes that cost the party victory in 2023 may again consume its chances in 2027. The signatories, among them former Deputy Governor H.E. Engr. Rauf Aderemi Olaniyan, Barrister Akeem Agbaje, and others, are not merely protesting personalities. They are…

‎ ‎By Tricia Ikem ‎ ‎Ambassador Steve Nwose has said corruption continues to thrive in Nigeria because many citizens have surrendered to fear, hopelessness and weak institutions that reward greed while punishing integrity. ‎ ‎Speaking during an online interview while reacting to first quarter reports on corruption trends in 2026, Nwose said Nigerians are not inherently corrupt but have become victims of a system that often encourages dishonest practices. ‎ ‎According to him, corruption has evolved into a self-sustaining cycle where public officials act with impunity while ordinary citizens feel powerless to challenge wrongdoing. ‎ ‎He explained that many Nigerians…

‎ ‎ ‎Former Minister of Aviation and Chancellor of the Athena Centre for Policy and Leadership, Osita Chidoka, has charged Nigeria’s pharmaceutical manufacturers to abandon what he described as an “alibi culture” of excuses and embrace a new era of Strategic Quality Excellence in order to achieve global competitiveness and safeguard the nation’s health security. ‎ ‎Chidoka delivered the powerful charge while speaking at the 29th Yearly National Conference and Training of the Association of Industrial Pharmacists of Nigeria (NAIP) held in Ilorin, Kwara State, where industry leaders, regulators, policymakers, and pharmaceutical stakeholders gathered to deliberate on the future of…

‎ ‎ ‎ ‎The Anambra State Police Command has recorded a major breakthrough in the investigation into the killing of Bishop Chinedu Clarence James of End-Time Reconciliation Ministries, Asaba, Delta State, following the recovery of his stolen Toyota Land Cruiser and the arrest of two suspects linked to the crime. ‎ ‎The development comes under the new spirit of promoting community policing and proactive crime-fighting across the country, driven by the leadership and directives of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, who has consistently charged state commands to respond swiftly to violent crimes and strengthen intelligence-led operations. ‎ ‎The incident…

‎ ‎Boca Energy Resources Limited proudly joins millions around the world in celebrating Mother’s Day 2026, honoring the extraordinary women whose love, resilience, sacrifices, and leadership continue to shape families, communities, and nations. ‎ ‎ ‎This year’s celebration highlights the invaluable role mothers play not only in nurturing homes but also in driving social progress, economic growth, and community development across the globe. ‎ ‎From caregivers and professionals to entrepreneurs, mentors, and leaders, mothers remain the foundation of a stronger and more compassionate society. ‎ ‎ ‎In a statement marking the occasion, Boca Energy Resources Limited expressed deep appreciation to…

‎ ‎By Tricia Ikem ‎The Unity Schools Old Students Association (USOSA) has rejected the alleged commercialisation of any unity schools land under the Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) initiative. ‎ ‎The association made its displeasure known during their awareness walk to protest the concession of the 33 hectares of land belonging to Federal Government College (FGC) Kano yesterday in Lagos. ‎The members were carrying placards, some of which read “PPP: Save the Future”, “Protect Unity Schools”, “PPP must serve Education not land conversion” and “Schools are not for Real Estate”. ‎President-General of the Unity Schools Old Students Association USOSA Michael Magaji says…

‎‎‎‎Nigeria’s maritime sector recorded strong operational growth in the first quarter of 2026, with Gross Registered Tonnage (GRT) for ocean-going vessels rising by 19.5 per cent to 46.75 million, underscoring the increasing dominance of larger-capacity ships across the nation’s ports amid ongoing reforms targeted at positioning the country as a regional trade hub under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).‎‎‎According to the Q1 2026 Operational Performance Review released by the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), the rise in vessel tonnage signals  improved cargo-carrying efficiency and growing confidence among international shipping lines in Nigerian ports.‎‎The report noted that the development reflects…

‎ ‎As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen international confidence in Nigeria’s anti-smuggling and cargo intelligence system, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has formally handed over intercepted stolen luxury vehicles traced to Canada. ‎ ‎The handover ceremony took place on Monday, 4 May 2026, at the Tin Can Island Port, where the Deputy High Commissioner of Canada to Nigeria, Nasser Salihou,officially received the recovered vehicles from the Customs Area Controller of the Command, Comptroller Frank Onyeka. ‎ ‎The recovery followed months of intelligence sharing and operational collaboration between the NCS and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, after authorities in Canada…

‎ ‎‎The National Chairman of the Association of Industrial Pharmacists of Nigeria (NAIP), Pharm. (Sir) Bankole Ezebuilo, has called on the Federal Government to urgently strengthen support for local pharmaceutical manufacturing as part of efforts to reduce Nigeria’s dependence on imported medicines and position the country as the pharmaceutical hub of Africa.‎‎Ezebuilo made the call during the 29th Annual National Conference and Training of NAIP held in Ilorin, Kwara State, with the theme: “Collaboration and Innovation to Build Local Solutions for the Future of Nigeria’s Pharmaceutical Industry.”‎‎Addressing pharmaceutical stakeholders, regulators, manufacturers, policymakers, and healthcare professionals at the conference, the NAIP…