As we mark two years since President Bola Tinubu assumed office, it is essential to evaluate his administration’s impact on Nigeria’s youth, a vital segment of the nation’s future. From the lens of students and young professionals, several initiatives and policies stand out, particularly the introduction of student loans, grants for technical education students, and the composition of his cabinet. …

Considering the significance of the unique date of 12 June 1993 in our national political trajectory, particularly the outstanding record that the election that took place on that day played, and it’s still playing, in our electoral success, I will focus on enhancing voters’ confidence through modern technology. Similarly, in view of advancement in technology, I want to place it …

I encountered the relic of his presence long before I met Sam Amuka, known as Uncle Sam. Inside a room in the far corner of the old Kudeti PUNCH building, predominantly constructed of plywood and steel frames, there was a wooden armchair that had been a fixture in Uncle Sam’s office when he served as managing editor. When I joined …

It took a lie dressed up as an ‘endorsement’ of Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu’s aspiration to draw out former Anambra State Governor, Chief Willie Obiano with a disclaimer. This speaks to desperation and tactlessness on the part of someone seeking to assume office as Governor, a position the man he sought to leverage on his political capital served in with distinction. …

The Vatican announced Wednesday the first appointment of a Chinese bishop under Leo XIV, signalling the new pope’s support for a controversial accord on nominations struck by his predecessor with Beijing. The Holy See expressed ‘satisfaction’ at the recognition by China of the appointment of Joseph Lin Yuntuan as auxiliary bishop of Fuzhou, capital of the southeastern Fujian province. The …

Recently I watched an interview that former President Olusegun Obasanjo granted on the floodgate of defections of governors and other top politicians from across the country’s political spectrum into the then ruling party, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) when OBJ was in power. PDP was the party that took over power from the retreating military dictators headed by gemial Gen. …

For years, USSD (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data) banking in Nigeria has been a lifeline for millions of Nigerians. It was simple, fast, and accessible even on the most basic mobile phones. From transferring money to paying bills, and checking balances to buying airtime, USSD provided seamless access to banking without the need for internet access. But now, a terse, polite …

Saudi Arabia on Monday announced the successful and peaceful conclusion of the Hajj pilgrimage for the Islamic year 1446, with over 1.67 million pilgrims performing the sacred rites. The announcement was made by the Deputy Emir of the Makkah Region, Prince Saud bin Mishaal, who praised the Kingdom’s leadership for ensuring the event was free of any major health, security, …

I just took another look at the picture of the then Governor Bola Tinubu at the helm of affairs in Lagos proudly donning the uniforms of Special Marshals, the volunteer arm of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC). The salute and smiles were indicative of his love for road safety, preservation of lives and property. He proudly affirmed that, as …

The Senior Pastor of House on the Rock Church, Paul Adefarasin, has claimed he was left ‘hurt’ and ‘shocked’ over a viral video which claimed that he brandished a firearm. According to Adefarasin, ‘clickbaiters just looking for money’ were behind the clip. The cleric stated this on Sunday morning, just before delivering a sermon to his congregation in Lagos. ‘Several …