Opinion
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Omololu Olunloyo: An egret flies home By Lasisi Olagunju
If he had lived one more week, he would have defeated himself. When he turned 87 three years ago, I…
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Profiling Natasha as Segilola, Sweetheart of 1001 men By Festus Adedayo
Sorry, I digress. Gradually, the Nigerian presidency is putting finishing touches to its own sculpture of a village liar, Ìbídùn,…
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Much ado about Uromi By Bolanle BOLAWOLE
turnpot@gmail.com 0705 263 1058 “When beggars die, there are no comets seen; heaven themselves blaze forth the death of princes”…
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Power Mike’s deepest regrets By Emeka Obasi
Chief Michael Okpala spent his hard earned millions on Sports infrastructure, choosing to invest in Onitsha, Anambra State, for starters.…
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Meet the new NNPC Group CEO: Brilliance, experience, acumen By Kunle Akogun
Following the overhaul of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to enhance operational efficiency, restore investor confidence, and make…
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Let women’s voices be heard where policies affecting their lives, livelihoods are shaped – Dr. Isata Mahoi
Being a statement by H.E Dr. Isata Mahoi, Minister of Gender and Children’s Affairs, Republic of Sierra Leone at the…
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Femi Falana, Citadel and Zinox: An embarrassing judicial persecution By Adewale Odumosu
A major test for the Nigerian judiciary was the March 20, 2025 judgment of Justice Akpan Okon Ebong of the…
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Plaudits for two distinguished Nigerians By Bola BOLAWOLE
turnpot@gmail.com 0807 552 5533, 0803 251 0193 I dedicate this column today to two illustrious Nigerians who have achieved great things…
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Thrust vectoring: A metaphor for living a purpose-driven life By Isaac Megbolugbe
March, 2025 Introduction As believers, we’re called to live a life that’s purpose-driven and Spirit-led. Just as thrust vectoring enables…
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Prof. Humphrey Nwosu interred amidst encomiums; Conspiracy against his national honour shall not stand By Paul Nwosu
Prof. Humphrey Nwosu, 83, the electoral umpire who organised and conducted the most transparent and credible election in the history…
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Natasha and her Osun goddess By Lasisi Olagunju
A short four minutes, thirty three seconds video of what looks like Kogi senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, worshipping at the Osun…
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Balling with Bola Tinubu at 73 By Lasisi Olagunju
The Nigerian presidency is an energizing elixir. It has proven to be very effective in breathing life into dry bones.…
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Governors, federalism, and constitutional tension By Dakuku Peterside
Tensions between Nigeria’s central and state governments have long been the fault lines of its federal system; it is like…
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How ‘free’ is the ‘Free World’? By Bolanle BOLAWOLE
turnpot@gmail.com 0705 263 1058 Lech Walesa, remember him? He was the Labour union leader who succeeded in forming and leading…
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“Our Doc, who art in the National Palace” By Festus Adedayo
On April 23, 1971, the New York Times did a feature on Haitian tyrant, Francois Duvalier, infamously known as Papa…
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70 energetic cheers to Professor Adegbulugbe By MARTINS OLOJA
As we celebrate the 70th birthday of Professor Anthony Olusegun Adegbulugbe on Wednesday April 2, 2025, we need to note…
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Navigating the fine line: Obsequiousness, presumptuousness, and healthy relationships By Isaac Megbolugbe
March 20, 2025 Introduction In our personal and professional lives, we strive to build strong, meaningful relationships. However, navigating the…
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War against corruption requires tact and wisdom – EFCC boss By Bola BOLAWOLE
turnpot@gmail.com 0807 552 5533; 0803 251 0193. God, grant me the serenity to accept things I cannot change, the courage…
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Ademulegun, Pam and TREC By Emeka Obasi
Grannie Ngwo Elizabeth Pam flew to Enugu in search of Major Humphrey Chukwuka, the man who led her husband, Col.…
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Nigeria’s triangle of incest By Lasisi Olagunju
“No man’s life, liberty, or property is safe while the legislature is in session.” – Gideon J. Tucker A Governor…
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Enablers of authoritarianism in Nigeria By Dakuku Peterside
Democracy is often cast as the antithesis of authoritarian rule — a beacon of liberty standing firm against the shadows…
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Rivers State imbroglio: What punishment for Wike? By Bolanle BOLAWOLE
turnpot@gmail.com 0705 263 1058 Nigeria is touted as the second most religious country in the world; after the Taliban’s Afghanistan.…
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Tinubu is the law! By Festus Adedayo
“Everything is my business. Everything. Anything I say is law…literally law.” Barbara Geddes, et al in their How dictatorship works…
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When government goes rogue with impunity By Oseloka H. Obaze
With the recent declaration of State of Emergency in Rivers States, Nigerians find themselves in the most discomfited circumstance. Their…
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Ebube Muonso: Priest with unusual charisma By Ejike Anyaduba
Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Obimma, a.k.a Ebube Muonso of the Holy Ghost Adoration Ministry, Uke, Anambra state, does not need introduction.…
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