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Court Dissolves Marriage in Osun on Mutual Agreement
A District Customary Court sitting in Erin-Osun, Osun State, on Monday, May 4, 2026, dissolved the traditional marriage between Abdulsalam Abdulhamid and Abdulsalam Sakirat following a divorce petition filed by the husband. Abdulhamid had approached the court, alleging that his wife exhibited laziness, used abusive language, and engaged in frequent quarrels, which he said […]
Xenophobia: Is the Nigerian Government Doing Enough to Protect Its Citizens?
South Africa is one of Africa’s most developed countries with a thriving economy, but it has struggled with persistent tensions between citizens and foreign nationals. The periodic waves of Xenophobic violence that have continued to target foreign nationals, particularly African migrants, are raising concerns about safety, diplomacy, and government responsibility. Many Nigerians living in South […]
NNL Super Four Kicks Off in Ikenne as Teams Battle for Title
The race for the Nigeria National League (NNL) title begins today, Monday, May 4, 2026, as the Super Four tournament gets underway in Ikenne, Ogun State. In the opening fixture, Sporting Lagos will take on Ranchers Bees in what is expected to be a fiercely contested encounter. The match is scheduled for a 2:00 p.m. […]
Michael Jackson: Overhyped or Timeless?
When people talk about the greatest musicians of all time, one name regularly comes up – “Micheal Jackson”; he is known as the “King of Pop”. He was more than just a singer, he was a performer, a dancer, and a global icon whose influence crossed borders, cultures and generations. But years after his passing, […]
Gunmen attack police base in Kwara, kill three
At least three police officers have been killed and two others injured after suspected terrorists attacked a Police Mobile Force (PMF) camp in Tenebo community, Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State. The attack, which occurred in the early hours of Saturday, caused panic in the agrarian community as residents fled their homes following heavy […]
Tunde Nightingale: The Man With a Voice Like a Bird
The now widely embraced and popularized jùjú music enjoyed by many was once an unformed genre that required the sweat, determination, and commitment of young minds—now regarded as legends—who gave their all to secure its place among other genres on the global stage. Among the jùjú icons whose names cannot go unmentioned is Tunde Nightingale, […]
Balanced, Fair Reporting Key to Conflict-Sensitive Journalism — Experts
Media professionals have been urged to prioritise balance, fairness and responsibility in reporting communal conflicts, as a means of promoting peace and stability in society. The call was made during a Media and Peacebuilding Workshop on Conflict-Sensitive Reporting for Community Harmony in Osun State, held on Thursday, April 30, 2026, in Osogbo. The workshop, organised […]
Millions at the Mercy of a Few: How Government Policies Affect Everyday Nigerians
In Nigeria, the decisions made by the few people in positions of authority not only stay on paper, but also reflect in the lives of citizens. From subsidy removal resulting in astronomical transport fares, high food prices, and difficult access to healthcare, policy decisions made at both federal and state levels shape how Nigerians live, […]
Tijani Nofisat Seals Osun Babes Derby Win Over Robo Queens
Osun Babes returned to winning ways on Tuesday with a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Robo Queens in a keenly contested South-West derby, thanks to a decisive strike from Tijani Nofisat. The encounter, played at the Lanreleke Sports Complex in Ile-Ogbo, kicked off at 4 p.m. under sunny conditions and lived up to expectations from the […]
Nigeria’s Ban on Unrated Textbooks: A Step Forward?
In classrooms across Nigeria, textbooks have long been regarded as important companions in the learning process and the authorities that shape how children internalize education. But what happens when those authorities are flawed, outdated, or misleading? The Federal Government’s recent move to ban unrated textbooks seeks to answer that question finally. An important shift is […]