Friday Nights in Ibadan: The Era of Eruku Oshodi
Growing up in Ibadan in the ’80s and ’90s was a rich tapestry of sights, sounds, and tastes that painted our lives with unforgettable colors. Among the many things that shaped our youth was a bold, smoky tea known as…
Dark Friday: The Execution of Ken Saro-Wiwa and the Ogoni Nine
It was on Friday, November 10, 1995, that the world awoke to the shocking news of the execution of Ken Saro-Wiwa, an influential Nigerian writer, environmentalist, and activist, alongside eight other Ogoni leaders, collectively known as the Ogoni Nine. This…
10 things to know about Madam Efunroye Tinubu, the powerful slave trader and kingmaker
Madam Efunroye Tinubu is a remarkable figure in Nigerian history, renowned for her influential role as a business mogul, political leader, and staunch opponent of colonial rule. Born in the late 18th century, she navigated a male-dominated society and emerged…
JUST IN: MHWUN NAFDAC Suspends Indefinite Strike For One Month
Medical and Health Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MHWUN) NAFDAC branch has announced the suspension of its indefinite strike, which began on October 7, 2024. The decision follows a constructive meeting with the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. The union’s strike…
Update : No Deadline On Circulation Of Old Naira Notes, Says CBN
In a statement released on Thursday by the acting Director of Corporate Communications, Sidi Hakama, the CBN noted that the order of the Supreme Court of Nigeria on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, to extend the use of old naira banknotes…
House of Reps urges CBN to expedite withdrawal of old notes ahead of 2025 deadline
The Nigerian House of Representatives has called on the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to expedite the circulation of newly printed N200, N500, and N1,000 banknotes while initiating a phased withdrawal of the older currency from circulation. This resolution comes…
Buy petrol N1000/litre or CNG at N200, Tinubu tells Nigerians
President Bola Tinubu says Nigerian motorists can now purchase a litre of Premium Motor Spirit, also known as petrol, at N1,000 per litre. The president also noted that the equivalent of a litre of petrol, which is a Standard Cubic…
Bill seeking creation of new Oyo State scales second reading
A bill seeking the alteration of the 1999 Constitution to create a new Oyo State passed its second reading in the House of Representatives on Tuesday. According to the sponsor of the bill, Akeem Adeyemi, the proposed state will have…
How parents can help break the cycle of discrimination
Your child’s brain develops faster in the first few years of life than at any other time. Millions of neural connections are being made in your little one’s brain from everything they experience. These early moments are when the foundations…
NAFDAC DG Urges Workers To End Strike, Prioritize Public Health, National Interest
The strike, which began on October 7, 2024, has disrupted NAFDAC’s essential regulatory functions, raising concerns about potential risks to public health. Speaking on the issue, Prof. Adeyeye expressed concern over the prolonged strike, stating, “The continued disruption of NAFDAC’s…