Genuine, unpretentious patriotism is deep, very deep. It arises from an unflinching, sometimes obdurate conviction that one’s country would one day recover from anaemic, degenerate conditions. With such persuasions, one…

Even in the darkest of days and nights in Nigeria, there are adorable persons to celebrate in fine fettle.  Kunle Ajibade, the Executive Editor/Director of PMNEWS and TheNEWS Magazine, Mr Kunle Ajibade, belongs to…

Socrates’ critique of democracy, as preserved in Plato’s works, has long served as a cautionary tale. His assertion that democracy is destined to fail because it seeks to appease all…

As the calendar year nears its end, a familiar rhythm emerges across communities. Churches nationwide come alive with end-of-year programs—crossover nights, revivals, vigils, and thanksgiving services. These gatherings, often packed…

Former Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has achieved an extraordinary political comeback, winning the nation’s presidential election after his opponent, Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, conceded defeat. Mahama’s return to power…

My experience as a Branch Internal Auditor in a now-consolidated commercial bank during the 2000s taught me the importance of accountability and oversight in institutions. In this role, I identified…

The concept of aging has long been considered a biological certainty, as though an unavoidable countdown is inscribed within our very DNA. Yet, mounting evidence suggests that this view may…

Last Saturday, I attended the reunion party of the Department of English UNILAG class of 1998. It was a wonderful occasion that evoked nostalgia and the revival of receding memories.…

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) announced a significant yet nuanced rise in the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) by 25 basis points, elevating it from 27.25% to 27.50%. While this…

The International Financial Inclusion Conference (IFIC) 2024 took place on November 12–13 in Lagos, Nigeria, assembling global stakeholders to delve into the transformative potential of financial inclusion. Focusing on the…