Since yesterday (October 9, 2016), there has been a blackout in many areas of Lagos, and I imagine, many areas of Nigeria. As you can guess, I am angry. I am angry because the lack of light is unnecessary. They keep telling us that the darkness is caused by lack of gas to power our… Continue reading Coal rings a bell as Nigeria continues in darkness
Category: Society
Shocking: See How Artist Painted Governor Ambode!
The photo below captures an interesting painting of Governor Akinwumi Ambode made by a Lagos-based painter (07066915558). I think it is accurate in some ways (like the winning smile) but I also think he made Ambo’s head much bigger than it is in real life. Correct me if I’m wrong. What do you think?
Understanding Biafra In 6 Concepts
Biafra is an idea that often defies simple explaination, because it is, as one lady would say, ‘imilimious’. But since it is one of the hotest topics in Nigeria today, it is important to understand that 6 different ideologieos of Biafra can be identified. These ideologies have been grouped into 3 broad categories but can… Continue reading Understanding Biafra In 6 Concepts
Why Not Use The ‘Illegal Refineries’ To Reduce Kerosene Price?
The price of kerosene, which millions of Nigerian households depend on to cook isĀ rising above what they can afford to pay. If kerosene was being supplied in sufficient quantity, the price will not be threatening millions of Nigerians with hunger …and anger. Every few months, Civil Defence delight in telling us that they destroyed so… Continue reading Why Not Use The ‘Illegal Refineries’ To Reduce Kerosene Price?
Remembering Aguiyi Ironsi
Aguiyi Ironi was the first military Head of State of Nigeria, and became president in 1966. He was a man who always wanted to be in the army, but his his elderĀ sister and guardian would not hear of it. Not until she was persuaded to allow him follow his passions.