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Market Women Play Key Role in Politics, Community Development
Market women across Nigeria continue to play a significant role in shaping political participation and community development, driven largely by their grassroots influence and economic strength. Markets remain central gathering points where information spreads quickly. During election periods, politicians often rely on market women to mobilise support, encourage voter turnout, and disseminate campaign messages. Their […]
CSO Decries Hardship, Demand Accountability, Urge Peaceful Campaigns
An Osun-based Civil Society, The Osun Masterminds, TOM, has expressed concern over worsening economic hardship in Nigeria, urging all tiers of government to take urgent and practical measures to ease the burden on citizens. The Society made its position known during its April 2026 State of the State Address, delivered by its Executive Director, Wasiu […]
Dokkal Khairu FC Crowned Osun President Federation Cup Champions
Dokkal Khairu Football Club have written their name into Osun football history, edging past fierce rivals Ejigbo City Football Club 1–0 to lift the 2026 Osun President Federation Cup. The intense contested final, played on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at the main bowl of Oduduwa College in Ile-Ife, drew a large and vibrant crowd that […]
Opposition Leaders Converge in Oyo for National Summit on Democratic Unity
National opposition leaders on Saturday, April 25, 2026 converged at the Banquet Hall of the Oyo State Government House for a summit aimed at strengthening unity and coordination among opposition political parties. The summit, themed “That We May Work Together for a United Opposition to Sustain Our Democracy,” drew stakeholders from the Peoples Democratic Party […]
AI and Jobs: A Threat or Opportunity for Nigerian Youth?
When you get into any conversation about the future of work, education, even social discussions today, one phrase that keeps resurfacing is artificial intelligence (AI). On one hand, AI is opening doors that were not in existence a decade ago. On the other, it is restructuring industries in ways that can feel worrying. So, is […]
Challenges of Youth Participation in Nigerian Politics
Nigeria is a country governed largely by older political leaders. According to the National Population Commission, over 60% of the population is under the age of 35, and nearly 75% below 40. Young people make up the largest percentage of Nigeria’s population. Yet, this number has not translated into balanced political power. Instead, Nigerian youths […]
Social Media fame: How TikTok is making Nigeria’s new stars
Nowadays, fame in Nigeria can start from something as simple as a 15-second video. With just a phone, data, and creativity, young people are turning everyday moments into content that can reach thousands, even millions of viewers on social media apps like TikTok. What used to be just an app for fun has now become […]
Adeleke Launches Osun Security Trust Fund, Commits N300m to Boost State Security
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has defended the activation of the Osun State Security Trust Fund, citing rising insecurity and dwindling public sector funding across all levels of government. To demonstrate his commitment, the governor announced a donation of N300 million to the fund. A philanthropist and his brother, Deji Adeleke, also contributed N500 million, […]
Motorists Decry Poor Governance, Fake Election Promises
Motorists have voiced growing frustration over what they describe as poor governance and unfulfilled promises made during election periods. During campaigns, drivers often become a key target for political messaging, with pledges of better roads, reduced fuel prices and improved transport systems. However, many say these assurances rarely translate into tangible improvements after elections. Transport […]
Fatai Adio: The Underrated Third Force in Nigeria’s Fuji Music Evolution
In Nigeria, when mentioning Fuji icons, it is easy to remember and identify Sikiru Ayinde Barrister and Kollington Ayinla as the forerunners in the discovery of Fuji genre following their impacts in popularizing the genre beyond its initial purpose of creation. However, one of the names that has also impacted Fuji in Nigeria is Fatai […]