When the slogan ‘Igbomina lokan’ gained prominence, some of us insisted that the conversation must rise above sub-ethnic groups and focus squarely on competence, credibility, and capacity. That moment has now arrived. The contest is fierce, with formidable contenders emerging from different political
One of the important legacies of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq are the many walkways in every part of the capital city, Ilorin. Beyond being pleasing aesthetics which set the new Ilorin apart from its old self, these walkways come with lifestyle change and numerous
Osun politics from the beginning has always been full of drama. What I noticed in the current exchanges appears strange. I know some will disagree with me. Yet, the unmistakable conclusion is that there is desire for political solution from both sides and
Dr. Fatai Bello, a statesman by all standards and a unifying figure in kwara State has exited into eternity in a hail of glory. His death last Sunday was sudden, shocking and devastating. But the Janazah (Islamic funeral prayer) and the Fidau (Islamic prayer for
A Formal Constitutional Letter to Mr. President, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. Date: 17 December 2025. Mr. President, This letter is written pursuant to my civic and constitutional obligation to draw attention to actions and omissions which, if established, amount to serial violations
Every government must raise revenue. However, history has shown that governments that extract before they build, tax before they produce, and punish the citizens for failures they did not create often end in economic and political crisis. Sustainable governance requires that taxation should
The prestigious Lagos Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island became the epicenter of healthcare excellence on December 5, 2025, as Nigeria’s most distinguished health leaders gathered for the third edition of the Dove Healthcare Awards. The ceremony, hosted by the Dove Healthcare Foundation, marked a
My 2006 encounter with Senator Babajide Omoworare prior to the 2007 Elections is ever fresh, it was a mutually respected encounter without any form of inducement but exchange of charm and charisma between a student activist and a young, articulate progressive Lagos lawmaker
Hareter Babatunde Oralusi (HBO) stands out in Nigerian politics as a leader whose credentials, character, and vision set him apart. As Osun State approaches the 2026 gubernatorial election, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has the opportunity to field a transformational leader in HBO,
As 2027 General Election approaches, our political landscape continues to evolve with new debates, alignments, and possibilities. Although Nigeria’s democracy informally accommodates rotational leadership across many constituencies, this principle has unfortunately not been reflected in our own federal constituency. Since the beginning of
