The National Theatre and the Cultural Strangulation of Nigeria’s Creative Sector
By Adeniran Makinde, fta The National Theatre of Nigeria, an iconic cultural landmark, was conceived as the heart of artistic…
Mabel Segun, Famous Author of ‘My Father’s Daughter,’ Dies at 95
Matilda Omonaiye/ Mabel Dorothy Okanima Segun, renowned writer, broadcaster, poet, and sportswoman, passed away yesterday, just days after celebrating her…
Roberta Flack, Whose Song ‘Killed Us Softly,’ Dies at 88
Segun Atanda/ Roberta Flack, the legendary singer whose voice defined a generation with hits like Killing Me Softly With His…
A Journey in Service: IBB, Nigeria’s Political Chessmaster Reflects on Power, Regret, and Legacy
By Segun Atanda/ Few figures in Nigeria’s history evoke as much debate as General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB). As military…
Appeal Court Affirms Oba Ghandi Olaoye as Soun of Ogbomoso
Segun Atanda/ The Court of Appeal sitting in Ibadan has upheld the selection and installation of Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye…
AGLOFEST 2025: A Grand Celebration of Africa’s Cultural Heritage Set to Light Up Nigeria
Segun Atanda/ The stage is set for an extraordinary cultural extravaganza as the African Global Festival Nigeria (AGLOFEST) prepares to…
Alhamdulillah Goma-Goma: Ridwan ADK-Osinowo’s Art of Appreciation Comes to Life in Abuja
A Journey Through Islamic Aesthetics and Spiritual Gratitude Dipo Kehinde/ The rhythmic elegance of Arabic calligraphy, the textured depth of…
Bello Bada’s Karin Magana: A Must-Read Exploration of Hausa Wisdom
By Anthony Kila/ Karin Magana is a Hausa phrase meaning “proverbs.” Proverbs hold a profound significance across cultures, encapsulating generations…
Oyo Inaugurates Committee for Alaafin’s Coronation Ceremony
Segun Atanda/ The Oyo State Government has officially inaugurated a committee to oversee the coronation ceremony of the new Alaafin…
Owa of Igbajo Challenges Ruling Reinstating Predecessor, Appeals for Calm
Segun Atanda/ Oba Ademola Makinde, the Owa of Igbajo, has expressed his disagreement with the recent court ruling that reinstated…