While the U.S. presidential election may be the most talked-about political event in November, even in Nigeria, Nigerians should also pay close attention to an important election happening this month: the Ondo State governorship election. Amid various national issues—from teenagers facing treason charges to a divisive tax reform bill—it’s easy to overlook the importance of this upcoming election in Ondo State. In Nigeria’s federal system, where states strive for equal…

While electoral races in advanced democracies usually center around party ideologies and policies, in Nigeria, they are often more about individual interests. This is not to say that political parties in Nigeria do not play a significant role in elections. However, the lines of distinction are so permeable, and party structures so weak, that politicians can easily switch affiliations and take over party structures to serve their own interests. Many…

The Commissioner for Health in Ondo State, Dr. Banji Ajaka, announced that the state government has disbursed the sum of N34 million to cover the medical bill of forty-six residents. Dr. Banji Ajaka, the Commissioner for Health, on behalf of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, said this gesture aims to support residents with medical conditions. Cheques were presented to the beneficiaries at the event, and he encouraged the beneficiaries to use the…

Prominent British supermodel Cara Delevingne took to social media to voice her frustration and outrage. Delevingne passionately called on her friends and peers to commit to making the next four years of Republican rule “a living hell.” This rallying cry resonated with many, particularly within the liberal community, as a wave of disbelief washed over those who had hoped for a different outcome. Delevingne, known not only for her modelling…

In a shocking revelation, a mysterious man whose name is yet to be identified had confessed to killing over 70 women for ritual purposes in Ibadan, Oyo State capital. The number, according to the man who claimed he is now a pastor, is not part of the people he had been hired to kill and had eaten in his life. He revealed this on a popular socialist, Yinka Ayefele’s radio…

When we hear the phrase “caught on the wrong side of the law,” we often imagine a division between two sides: a wrong side populated by criminals and those who violate societal norms, and a right side filled with law-abiding, model citizens. Among the latter, we might expect to find lawmakers, the individuals entrusted with creating and upholding the laws by which society operates. But what happens when those trusted…

Former Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN, Justice Walter Samuel Nkanu Onnoghen has discharged and acquitted a from his conviction of false assets declaration charges by the Code of Conduct Tribuna by The Court of Appeal in Abuja. Former President Muhammadu Buhari had in 2019 removed Onnoghen as the Chief Justice of Nigeria during the pendency of a charge against him at the Code of Conduct Tribunal. The conviction of Onnoghen…

In the vibrant world of Nigerian music, few artists have managed to carve a niche for themselves quite like Ladipoe, born Ladipo Eso. Bridging the gap between rap and mainstream appeal, he stands out as a rapper and singer who is unafraid to tackle the challenges associated with his genre. In a recent interview with Saturday Beats, Ladipoe shared his thoughts on the common perception of rap music as an…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to elevate Nigeria into the top 80 countries on the global Human Capital Index (HCI). This ambitious goal, he said, aims to create a healthier, better-educated, and more empowered nation. In a statement, Shettima’s spokesperson, Stanley Nkwocha said the Vice President emphasised that although it is challenging—this objective is achievable. He urged Nigerians, particularly policymakers and community leaders, to actively…

There are ominous portents for American democracy, with potential global ripples, in US media owners’ veto of their newspapers’ presidential endorsements, for fear of political repercussions. Last week, on October 25, it emerged that Jeff Bezos had overruled an editorial the 146-year old newspaper he purchased in 2013, the Washington Post, had drafted to endorse Donald Trump’s rival in the 2024 US presidential election – the Democratic Party candidate, Vice-President…

President Bola Tinubu inaugurated Nigeria’s 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Emblem on Tuesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, expressing gratitude to the military for their role in defending the nation. Addressing attendees, Tinubu highlighted the government’s commitment to supporting and honoring military personnel, especially those who sacrificed their lives for the country’s peace and unity. The event saw significant donations to the Armed Forces Remembrance Appeal Fund as the Federal…

A recent viral video of Nigerian lawmaker Alex Mascot Ikwecheg allegedly assaulting a Bolt driver has sparked nationwide outrage, shedding light on the country’s deep-seated issues of power abuse and systemic inequality. The video captured Ikwecheg, a member of the House of Representatives for Aba North/Aba South in Abia State, repeatedly assaulting the delivery driver with a chilling statement, “Do you know who I am?” This phrase, echoing across Nigerian…