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By Jeremiah Aminu The Bata dance is a cultural, spiritual, and communicative mode of expression. It goes far beyond the image of dancers adorned in colourfully patterned native attire, swinging their arms and gliding their feet to the pulsating rhythms of the Bata drum. Rather, it is a traditional performance of deep cultural and religious significance, used to communicate with and honour Yoruba deities, particularly Sango, the god of thunder, lightning, and justice. The Bata drum, on the other hand, is an hourglass-shaped musical instrument that complements the artistic performance of the Bata dance. The two are inseparable: without the…

By Clement Abayomi Some names go beyond their literal meaning and slip into everyday conversation. One such name is “Baba Ijebu”, the popular moniker for Premier Lotto Limited, a Nigerian gaming company that specialises in lotto games and operates a sportsbook nationwide through retail agents and online. For those who play, it’s a game of chance: each draw selects five numbers from 1 to 90. You pick numbers and a bet type; you win if your selection matches the draw according to that bet’s rules. These activities have become popular among youths and adults in Nigeria, particularly in the southern…

By Sakariyah Ridwanullah On the 29th of May, 2024, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu signed into law the return of “Nigeria, We Hail Thee” as the new national anthem, which marked a significantly symbolic turning point in Nigeria. Reuters (2024) reported that the bill was pushed through both chambers of the National Assembly in less than a week — an unusually rapid process for such symbolic legislation. Originally, the anthem — “Nigeria, We Hail Thee” — was first adopted in 1960 when Nigeria gained her independence, with lyrics by British expatriate Lillian Jean Williams and music by Frances Benda. The anthem…

By Clement Abayomi It cannot be disputed that Lagos is Nigeria’s busiest economic hub. Once the federal capital, the active commercial centre is often regarded as a microcosm of the Nigerian federation. However, despite this prominent prestige, there is still a divisive and unresolved argument about who really owns Lagos. Is it the legacy of a particular indigenous people, or, as popularly proclaimed, is it a “no man’s land” as a result of Nigeria’s multiculturalism? These questions have raised concerns for a very long time; in fact, during Lagos’ Golden Jubilee celebration in 2017, legal minds, politicians, and traditional leaders…

By Jeremiah Aminu In the corporate sector, various metrics are employed to assess a company’s influence, strength, and value within a given market. Key measures include brand recognition, operational control, net profit, stakeholder networks, revenue, and market capitalisation. Of these, market capitalisation and revenue remain the most widely recognised indicators of a company’s overall value and market influence. By market capitalisation, this simply refers to the total value of a company in the stock market. It plays an integral role in identifying investor perception, company size, and market value. Revenue, on the other hand, covers the total income that a…

By Clement Abayomi Valerie Fubara is the wife of Siminalayi Fubara, the Governor of Rivers State. She was born in Ikwerre Local Government Area of Rivers State. Although her year of birth is not publicly known, local records reveal June 29 as her birthday. Her life before becoming First Lady has remained very private, and official biographies generally omit information about her education or early career. In 2024, Rivers State’s Deputy Governor, Ngozi Odu, celebrated Valerie Fubara’s birthday and described her as “a strong pillar of support” to Governor Siminalayi Fubara. She also acknowledged Valerie Fubara as “a symbol of…

By Alade Adisa  Medical doctors in the country under the aegis of the Nigerian Medical Association, NMA, have issued a 21-day notice of total and indefinite strike over alleged failure by the federal government to address their demands. The decision to embark on the strike was taken at the Emergency Delegates Meeting, EDM, held in Abuja on the 26th July, 2025. READ ALSO: NMA threatens nationwide strike as July 23 deadline nears The communique signed by the NMA President, Prof Bala Audu and Secretary General, Dr.Jamin Egbo, explained that the meeting was called at the instance of the National Officers Committee,…

Allocates 3-bedroom apartments Cash award $100,000 each President Bola Tinubu on Monday bestowed national honours of Officer, Order of the Niger, OON, on the victorious Super Falcons. The President also announced the allocation of three bedroom apartments and a cash price of one hundred thousand dollars each to the players. READ ALSO: Fayose endorses Tinubu, Oyebanji for second terms, retains PDP membership This is as the Nigeria Governors Forum, NGF, also announced a cash donation of ₦10 million each for the victorious Super Falcons. Tinubu announced this when he hosted the Super Falcons at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

By Jeremiah Aminu What does it mean to be a Nigerian? Is it our renowned resilience — the ability to navigate challenges, adapt to adversity, and still wear an undisturbed smile? Is it our popular mantra, “Naija no dey carry last,” that reflects our determination to always strive for excellence? Is it the richness of our culture, rooted in vibrant traditions and oral storytelling? Is it our unique expressions, which mirror our lived realities and collective identity, or is it simply the honour of being called the Giant of Africa? In response to this question, there is no single or…

By Alade Adisa  The National Executive Committee NEC of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, has appointed Humanitarian Affairs minister, Prof. Nentawe Yiltwada as National Chairman of the party. Yiltwada replaces Dr Abdullahi Ganduje who resigned on June 27. Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum PGF, Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo state made the nomination and he was seconded by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr Tajudeen Abbas. The NEC meeting is currently ongoing at the Presidential Villa.