I learn the governor of the Nigerian state of aquatic splendor, Mr Sanwoolu, recently caused to be announced that, to be admitted into secondary schools in his state, pupils must be at least twelve years of age. Well, I really understand the concerns of the state government. Yeah, I do because I was once in…

I’m often amused when artistes in ‘third’ world countries get annoyed when they are not given elite awards by ‘first’ world institutions. A lot of dust was raised by some Nigerians who felt Angelina Kodjo didn’t deserve the Grammy. They would have preferred some Nigerian singer to clinch the award. Quite another dust is being…

These are rather interesting times in the space called Nigeria! We had a presidential election which has further shown the divisive tendencies in the nation. As far as I am concerned, it was not an election. But then, as a Democrat, I should follow what the law says. That is resorting to the judiciary for…

The movie Olomowewe is a must-watch for people who’re interested in educating not only children but the whole community It starts with the introduction of a new headmaster to a village school. The man is surprised at the meagre number of pupils in the school. So, he goes about campaigning for more pupils. He goes…