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By Prince Adewole Adebayo
Nigeria’s G20 seat was left vacant as President Tinubu was forced to abandon his visit owing to a worsening security crisis. Credit: Shutterstock Public service, and the privilege of public office, demands sacrifices from anyone who claims the mantle of leadership. The first and simplest of these is presence – the willingness to stand before your people when the country faces its gravest challenges. In moments of national fear, a leader must not hide. A true leader stands up.
PRINCE ADEWOLE ADEBAYO: Nigeria must fix its crises but still deserves seat at G20 table
Nigerian president Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s empty seat at the G20 due to a worsening security crisis in his country underscores why the G20 needs Nigeria. Africa’s voice is incomplete without its largest democracy at the table. However, fresh Nigerian leadership is needed. With the world at a profound geopolitical crossroad, global growth is slowing, conflicts are reshaping alliances and the international rules-based order is under unprecedented strain.
Nigeria needs foreign military support to eliminate insecurity
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Nigeria needs foreign military support to eliminate insecurity
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Voices: President Trump is right: Nigeria needs foreign military support to eliminate insecurity
Over the years, I have testified in Washington about the atrocities unfolding in Nigeria, including in my own Ondo state. On a personal level, I have felt compelled to open my home in order to help those in need, giving them shelter and protection while their government does nothing. I remember saying goodbye to 14-year-old Hauwa as she left the safety of my compound as one of the toughest moments of my life.
The inviolate status of Abuja as FCT
THERE are so many uncertainties these days, and the ship of state is constantly missing her anchor. Nigerians are not just questioning the credibility of one another, we are questioning the rationale of our own existence. Life is about change, and its constancy. Yet, however much a stable entity gyrates in response to internal or external stimulus, the core ought to be stable.
Abuja as centre of unity no longer available for debate
February 11, 2024 By Adewole Adebayo There are so many uncertainties these days and Ship of State is constantly missing her anchor. Nigerians are not just questioning the credibility of one another; we are questioning the rationale of our existence! Life is about change and its constancy. Yet, however, much a stable entity gyrates in response to internal or external stimulus, the core ought to be stable.
Abuja is Good Enough as FCT
There are so many uncertainties these days, and the ship of state is constantly missing her anchor. Nigerians are not just questioning the credibility of one another, we are questioning the rationale of our own existence. Life is about change, and its constancy. Yet, however much a stable entity gyrates in response to internal or external stimulus, the core ought to be stable.
Abuja is good enough
There are so many uncertainties these days, and the ship of state is constantly missing her anchor. Nigerians are not just questioning the credibility of one another; we are questioning the rationale of our own existence. Life is about change and its constancy. Yet, however much a stable entity gyrates in response to internal or external stimulus, the core ought to be stable.
Abuja is good enough
By ADEWOLE ADEBAYO There are so many uncertainties these days and our ship of state is constantly missing her anchor. Nigerians are not just questioning the credibility of one another, we are questioning the rationale of our own existence! Life is about change and its constancy. Yet, however much a stable entity gyrates in response to internal or external stimulus, the core ought to be stable.
#JusticeForPejuUgboma: Coroner Indicts Lagos Hospital Of Negligence In Death Of Chef, Says Tragedy Avoidable
A coroner’s inquest into the death of a Lagos-based chef, Mrs Adepeju Ugboma, has determined that her death was avoidable. The inquest revealed that the chef died as a result of medical negligence. The Coroner, Chief Magistrate Mukaila Fadeyi, gave the verdict on Thursday in Lagos. In May 2021, SaharaReporters reported that #JusticeforPeju trended on Twitter as thousands of Nigerians called for an investigation into her death and for the prosecution of anyone found responsible.
Several Shot Dead, Three Seriously Injured At Jehovah’s Witness Church In Germany
At least eight people have been shot dead and three others seriously injured in an attack on a Jehovah's Witness building in the German city of Hamburg. The shooting was said to be carried out by a lone gunman who may be among the dead, although this has yet to be officially confirmed, Sky News reports. Shots were fired at the Jehovah's Witnesses Kingdom Hall in the Gross Borstel district, with police alerted at 9.03 pm on Thursday.
Spoken Word: My Dearest Dad… (Tribute To Alhaji Musa Musawa) By Hannatu Musa Musawa
My Dearest Dad, As I try to pen down some sort of tribute for you, I can only think of beginning by telling you how much I miss you and just how much I love you. You have always been the most important part of my entire life, and you will remain in my heart for all of eternity. Now that you are no longer with us, I know that my life just isn't ever going to be the same without you. You were everything to me and did so much for me.
Nigerian University Students Reject Kaduna APC Governorship Candidate, Sani Over Promise To ‘Sustain Governor El-Rufai’s Policies’
Ahead of Saturday's governorship and House of Assembly elections, students of Kaduna State University have declared the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in the State, Uba Sani, as a "lifetime nemesis".
EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian Studying In Cyprus University To Lose Student Status After Arrest, Detention For Weeks By Police In Benin Republic
A Nigerian, Okail Illemona Shedrack, studying at the Cyprus International University has been kept in detention for close to five weeks by policemen in Benin Republic. The student who was coming from Cyprus to Nigeria for a holiday had decided to spend some time in Benin Republic to see his sister. He was arrested by the police on February 7, 2023, and taken into detention where he is yet to be told his offence.
Nigeria: Unity And Identity By Prince Adewole Adebayo
The essence of unification is for someone who has spent 69 years in Awka to speak Igbo, blend with Igbo culture and his children and grandchildren be as normal as any other Awka indigene not to have mini enclaves of their foreign ethnicities in their new home. We cannot be a cluster of tribal ghettos refusing to blend like water and oil.
Nigerian Court Of Appeal Reserves Judgement In PDP’s Suit Against Tinubu, Shettima’s Validity As Presidential Candidates
The PDP in an appeal marked: CA/ABJ/CV/108/2023, is seeking the reversal of the January 13 judgment delivered by Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court, Abuja. The Court of Appeal in Abuja has reserved judgment till a later date on an appeal filed by the Peoples Democratic Party against the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, and his Vice President-elect, Kashim Shettima.
No Political Party Or Agent Was Behind Fire Incident At Auto Spare Parts Market - Lagos Governor, Sanwo-Olu
This was according to a statement made available to newsmen by the state Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Gbenga Omotoso, while condoling with traders who lost their goods during the incident. The Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has given an order to the state agencies to investigate the Akere Spare Parts Market fire incident.
The Nigerian Media Conspiracy By Ayoola Faseyi
The media the world over is driven primarily by the quest to push certain agendas which in the short or long run make an impact on the economic bottom line. In the West, for instance, the media is polarized along the two broad ideological lines of conservatives and liberals with their journalists having sturdy views on either side before they become journalists. This explains why the movement from one media house to the other has an unwritten rule of it being regulated by ideological biases.
Eroding History Of Loyalty And Integrity Made By Lt. Col. Adekunle Fajuyi Towards Maj. Gen. Aguiyi Ironsi By Francis Nwapa Watch
Permit me to start with a quote from One of the moving speeches Francis Adekunle Fajuyi delivered at Aquinas College, Akure on 25 April 1966. "When our country calls upon us for sacrifice, we shall be worthy to follow those who, in all the ages and countries, have lived and even died for God and freedom." Lt. Col. Francis Adekunle Fajuyi was appointed First Governor of Western Region on 18 January 1966.
Peter Obi’s Labour Party Group Denies Endorsement Of Delta APC Governorship Candidate, Omo-Agege
The Labour Party presidential candidate in the just concluded presidential election, Peter Obi's support group in Delta State has denounced what it called the “purported” endorsement of the Deputy Senate President and the state All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Ovie Omo-Agege, saying it is fake news. The group stated that it would never endorse a party that plunged Nigerians into darkness, hunger and mourning mood.
Train Accident: Lagos Government Suspends Political Campaigns, Orders Flags To Fly At Half-Mast
Following the tragic train accident involving the Lagos State Government staff bus at the PWD area of the state in the early hours of Thursday, the state government has announced cancellation of campaigns and official activities in honour of the victims. SaharaReporters had earlier reported that a number of people were injured after a passenger train crushed a Lagos State Government staff bus on its way from Ikotun en route Alausa, at about 7am.
I Won’t Work With Any Opposition Party Member In Anambra House Of Assembly - Governor Soludo Brags
The governor, who issued the threat on Wednesday while addressing members and supporters of the ruling All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in the state, asked the people of the state to cast their votes for APGA candidates. Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has threatened to frustrate any member of opposition political parties in the state who emerges a winner in the forthcoming governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections.
Dan Suleiman: Tribute To The General Who Fought Till His Last Days
By; ADEWOLE ADEBAYO, It is evident that our culture continues to adhere to the unhealthy custom of concealing all the excellent deeds, actions, and omissions until after the main character has died. This is undoubtedly true of the late Air Commodore Dan Suleiman, a man who not only defended the nation while he was alive but also fought against its adversaries right up until the moment of his death.
Adewole Adebayo, Candidate for President of Nigeria, visits Washington, DC Original
"The United States is an important ally to my country," Adebayo said upon arriving to Washington, DC. "It is an honor to have this chance to make my case to the American people and seek ways to further build on our international relationship." Adebayo is campaigning on accountability and good governance platform in a country where corruption has historically been a challenge.
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