Author: Isaac Asabor

From Living In Bondage To Political Bondage: Kenne

Thursday, February 13, 2025
In 1992, Kenneth Okonkwo became a household name in Nigeria when he starred in the iconic Nollywood film ldquo;Living in Bondage rdquo;. His role as Andy Okeke, a man ensnared by the dark grip of ritualistic wealth, mirrored the struggles of many who sought prosperity but found themselves shackled ...

National Grid Collapse: One Collapse, Too Many

Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Once again, darkness cloaks the homes and businesses of millions of Nigerians as the national grid collapses on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. This latest failure, which occurred just after 11 am on Wednesday morning, marks a grim continuation of a troubling trend. The repeated failure of the nationa ...

2Baba’s Declaration Of Love For Natasha: Not A Joke, Because He’s Nigerian

Wednesday, February 12, 2025
At the newspaper vendor rsquo;s stand this morning at Ogbabus stop in Lagos, where I usually stop by on my way to the office, a lively debate was in full swing. The topic? 2Baba rsquo;s recent declaration of love for Honourable Natasha Osawaru. Among the free readers, those who devour headlines and ...

Valentine’s Day: A Call To Celebrate Love In Its Purest Form

Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Valentine rsquo;s Day is one of the most widely recognized celebrations across the globe, marked by grand romantic gestures, the exchange of gifts, and the reaffirmation of love between partners. While these expressions are not inherently wrong, the true essence of the day is often overshadowed by c ...

Crackdown On Suspected Criminal Traditional Doctors: Instead Of condemnation, So

Monday, February 10, 2025
In the annals of African Traditional Religion (ATR), traditional doctors, also known as herbalists or native doctors, were once venerated figures. They held a sacred duty as custodians of ancestral knowledge, healers, spiritual guides, and intermediaries between the living and the spirit world. Thei ...

Urging Banks To Settle USSD Debt To Prevent Telecom Companies From Passing Costs

Monday, February 10, 2025
The prolonged financial dispute between Nigerian banks and telecom providers over unpaid USSD fees has reached a crisis point. Telecom operators, including MTN, Airtel, Glo, and 9mobile, are owed a staggering N250 billion by banks, a debt that has accumulated over six years. This unresolved issue th ...

Why Trump Should Continue USAID Funding In Africa

Saturday, February 8, 2025
The question of whether U.S. President Donald Trump, or any American leader, should reconsider U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) funding to Africa is a pressing one. This is not because Africa does not need financial aid, but rather because much of the aid intended for development an ...

Suspicion Deepens As Electricity Consumers Smell Rats Over Incessant National Gr

Saturday, February 8, 2025
In recent times, Nigeria has witnessed an alarming frequency of national grid collapses, plunging homes, businesses, and industries into darkness. The recurrent failure of the power infrastructure has left many citizens and electricity consumers questioning the competence of the authorities managing ...

Political Decamping: Nothing Short Of A 419 Scam

Friday, February 7, 2025
In a true democracy, political parties serve as ideological platforms through which candidates present their vision, policies, and governance strategies. Voters align themselves with the candidates and parties whose principles resonate with their aspirations. However, a troubling trend has emerged i ...

Expediency Of Empowering The People To Avoid Future Burdens

Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Nigeria rsquo;s former Minister of Communication, Adebayo Shittu, recently shared a troubling experience that underscores the deep economic hardship in the country. According to him, he received persistent calls from desperate individuals seeking amounts as small as N1,000 and N3,000 just to survive ...

How Trump Is Destroying America’s Pro-Immigrant Legacy

Wednesday, February 5, 2025
There is no denying the fact that United States of America (USA) was founded on principles of liberty, opportunity, and inclusivity. The vision of its Founding Fathers was rooted in the idea that the nation would serve as a beacon of hope for the persecuted, the displaced, and those seeking a better ...

Davido’s Early Congratulations To Tems On Grammy Win Shows His Free-Mindedness

Monday, February 3, 2025
Afrobeats has long been synonymous with intense competition, with top artists consistently vying for dominance on the global stage. However, in a space often riddled with rivalries, Davido 39;s swift and heartfelt congratulation to Tems on her Grammy win stands out as a testament to his free-spirit ...

Treading A Dangerous Path: Eket LG Chairman Must Exercise Restraint

Saturday, February 1, 2025
In a bid to curb the rising wave of criminal activities in Eket Local Government Area, its Chairman, Mr. Akaniyene Tommey, has issued a stern warning, threatening to demolish any property harboring criminals. While his frustration and determination to restore peace are understandable, such a drastic ...
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