By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Soyinka celebrated for quintessential Leadership The Nigeria Union of Journalists, Ogun State Council, joined millions globally in celebrating the 90th birthday of Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka. The NUJ lauded Soyinka as an extraordinary individual, a quintessential leader, and a literary giant whose contributions to Nigeria and the educational sector are immeasurable. […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Biden’s press conference gamble United States President Joe Biden is set to address the media on Thursday, following a poor debate performance against Donald Trump. This press conference, held at a NATO summit, comes at a crucial moment as Biden faces increasing pressure from within his Democratic party to reconsider his reelection […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Great Benin kingdom artifacts returned Frustrated by the delay of some Western countries in returning the looted Benin Bronzes, Nigerian artists both at home and abroad have concluded that the exploitation of Africa’s artifacts persist Dr. Bolaji Ogunwo, a painter and lecturer at the University of Lagos, has urged those holding […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi China urges Russia-Ukraine dialogue On Monday, Chinese President Xi Jinping urged Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban to encourage global powers to facilitate direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine during Orban’s visit to Beijing, labeled a “peace mission” by the European leader. Orban’s trip coincides with the upcoming NATO summit, where the […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Nigeria’s Olympic Legends As the Paris 2024 Olympic Games approach, some sports extra’s highlights the athletes who have secured Nigeria’s 27 Olympic medals. Nojim Maiyegun (Tokyo 1964) Born February 17, 1941, in Lagos, Maiyegun made history as Nigeria’s first-ever Olympic medallist by winning bronze in the men’s light middleweight (71kg) […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi June 2024: Hottest month Globally, Says EU June 2024 has set a new record as the hottest June globally, according to the EU’s climate monitor. This marks the culmination of half a year filled with extreme weather events, from floods to heatwaves. Every month since June 2023 has shattered its own temperature […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi, Currencies: Top 10 Strongest in 2024 The United Nations acknowledges 180 currencies globally as legal tender. However, the economic value or strength of a currency is determined by its purchasing power in transactions involving goods, services, or other currencies, not by its popularity or usage. Currencies are vital to the […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi, Labour triumphs in UK elections Labour has secured a sweeping victory in the UK general election, making Keir Starmer the new prime minister. With nearly all the votes counted, Labour is projected to win 410 seats, while the Conservatives are set to take 144. Rishi Sunak has conceded defeat and confirmed that […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi, Hardship deepens: PDP criticizes Tinubu’s leadership The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has once again criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration, accusing it of exacerbating the economic hardships faced by Nigerians. In a statement released on Thursday, the PDP argued that Tinubu’s leadership has failed to address the issues left by former President Muhammadu […]
By Akinsuroju Olubunmi Bomber strikes wedding in Borno, Six dead A suicide bomber targeted a wedding venue in Tashan Mararaba, Gwoza town, Borno State, resulting in the deaths of six people and injuries to many others. The victims, all civilians, were returning from the celebration when the explosion occurred near a busy motorpark. According […]