A Review of“Leaving the Tarmac: Buying a Bank in Africa”By Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede “Leaving the Tarmac: Buying a Bank in Africa” by Aigboje Aig Imoukhuede is a story in risk-taking, entrepreneurship, genuine […]
How to Buy a Bank in Africa
A Nation in the Orbit of Re-Invention: The Harvard School Report and the Failed State Stamp
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) and the Harvard Kennedy School in the United States have released a damning report that Nigeria as a nation is at a point of no […]
Cultural Heritage: How States Can Learn With the Template from Lagos
It is quite commendable that the Lagos State Government is considering an official public holiday set aside for traditional worshippers in the state. Commissioner for Tourism, Uzamat Akinbile-Yussuf, and the Special Adviser […]
Stolen Nigerian Artefacts: Beyond the Recovery
Germany is consolidating on its resolve to lead the plethora of museums in Europe and across the world in returning looted artefacts to Nigeria, and by extension Africa. This is following a […]
Gatekeeping against Crimes and Criminals
Title – A Journey in Leadership’sAuthor – Tijjani M. BorodoPublisher – May University Press LimitedPlace of Publication – Lagos Of the four main sections of the Ministry of Justice, I was most […]
Exam Malpractices: Where Does Surveillance Tech Come In?
Overshadowed by pressing problems like insecurity and economic challenges, other issues like examination malpractices have been flourishing at the background in the country. As part of measures to curb the notorious school […]
Social Media Influencers and the Rising Dangers of Cash-and-Carry Activism
According to recent reports, the social media accounts of over fifteen top influencers in Nigeria became inaccessible as Twitter users noticed their suspension on 6 April 2021. It was revealed that they […]
“Barewa College: History of a School and the Nation” – A Review by Prof. Jibrin Ibrahim
Title – Barewa College: History of a School and the NationAuthor – Udu YakubuPublisher – May University Press LimitedPlace of Publication – LagosDate – 2021Pages – 335 (+CX) I thank the organisers […]
Whither Nigeria? by Odia Ofeimun
Each time it was discovered that the ship of the state was foundering, without compass, and no one seemed to have a handle on how to navigate with a proper goal-orientation, the […]
University Degree as Minimum Qualification for Elective Offices: Two Sides of a Coin
The House of Representatives is planning to enact a law that would make B.Sc. and HND or their equivalents the minimum qualification for the offices of the president and governor. That means, […]
The Return of Boeing 737 MAX
The announcement by Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Captain Musa Nuhu, that Boeing 737 Max can resume operations in Nigeria’s Airspace must have rattled many regular flyers. The approval, […]
Rising Relevance of Valentine’s Day Marketing Window
Last weekend, lovers across the globe celebrated the Valentine season with unique pomp and excitement. Despite the turbulent economic climate and the challenges of social distancing in this COVID-19 era, many “shopaholics” […]
Is Social Media the New Government?
Besides a few upsides, the negative effect of social media on the political turf of countries around the world is far reaching. There is no denying the fact that the role of […]
Somewhere Between Beauty and Magic: Joeboy Debut Album Review
Afropop sensation, Joeboy, released his much anticipated debut studio album, Somewhere Between Beauty and Magic (SBBM) on February 3, 2020. The album comes as a 14-track pack designed to reaffirm and solidify […]
May University Press Launches Biography: ‘Sonni Tyoden- Tenacity Of Life And Leadership’
May University Press, one of Nigeria’s most prolific Biography publishing firms, recently unveiled the biography of a formidable political leader, former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Jos and current Deputy Governor of […]
“Omo Ghetto”: Ovation Rising to a Crescendo
Funke Akindele’s new movie, “Omo Ghetto”, is gaining grounds at an unprecedented speed. Since its premier across cinemas on December 25, 2020, it has been doing exceptionally well and has now emerged […]
Season of Awards: Do They Really Grow Productivity?
The season is here. From the world of entertainment to advertising as well as the media, even communities and professional associations, the common song in the last two months of the year […]
France Approves Return of Looted African Artifacts
Members of Parliament in France have approved the return of looted artifacts to Benin and Senegal thereby completing the legislative process. It also reinforcing Emmanuel Macron’s pledge by to restore ownership of […]
Chimamanda Grabs All-Winners’ Award
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie has emerged winner of the 2020 edition of the Women’s Prize for Fiction. She was announced the winner for the category, ‘Winner of Winners’, following her groundbreaking novel, Half […]
Chimamanda Set to Release New Novel
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, a multiple award-winning writer, is set to release another novel titled Zikora this month. This is coming up after seven years since her last novel, Americanah. Americanah won the […]
