In Nigeria, Children’s Day is observed on May 27, while the United Nations celebrates World Children’s Day annually on November 20. As stated on un.org/en/observances, “World Children’s Day offers each…
Last December, on my last day of work before Christmas, I sat alone in my office in Abuja, reflecting on my life’s journey. I thought about my years in the…
You remember how Portable, the Wahala musician, described government a few days ago? He said, “after God, na government.” Great writers are beautiful snakes. The snakes become something else, something…
Inter-house sports day (“sports day”) is when primary and secondary schools host their annual sports competition in Nigeria. In many schools, students are grouped into houses for planning, organisation and…
When he was appointed as the first internally groomed Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) by former President Goodluck Jonathan on July 23, 2014, the emergence of…
It is no secret that fatal accidents occur too often on Nigerian roads. All road users are at risk: vehicle drivers (cars, motorcycles, lorries, buses) and pedestrians alike. When accidents…
You are likely to mistake his officious mien for unfriendliness, even disputatiousness. Bespectacled, with an interrogating mien, you could almost be caught off balance meeting him for the first time,…
The burning issue out of Lagos State University (LASU) on the appointment of the ninth Vice-Chancellor is yet to be extinguished. Two previous selection processes have been cancelled owing to…
“Where are you from?” This frequently asked question often comes after “what’s your name”? The reason for asking could be out of curiosity. It could also be to identify or…
Workers’ Day is annually marked on May 1 in many countries. It is meant to celebrate workers and it’s a public holiday in Nigeria. Workers’ Day in Nigeria is marked…