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He was born Akinwande Oluwole “Wole” Babatunde Soyinka on July 13, 1934, in Abeokuta, Nigeria. His father, Samuel Ayodele Soyinka, was a prominent Anglican minister and headmaster, while his mother, …

Lead Image: A woman at a salon having relaxer applied to her hair. Credit… Naila Ruechel for The New York Times Black people, and particularly Black women, have had a …

As a teacher of Post-Colonial African History, nothing the Bola Tinubu government has ever done has embarrassed me as reverting to Nigeria’s old national anthem. What will I tell my …

Tinubu’s first year in office has been a period of significant change, marked by ambitious reforms and notable challenges… Balancing the need for bold reforms with the imperative to alleviate …

Lagos’s capitalist bent and decisions by city officials mean that many of its 25 million residents can’t afford the simple joy of dipping in the ocean on its many hot …

The beach resort and other sections of the Landmark site on the coastal right of way are billed to be pulled down.   By Nimi Princewill, CNN WHEN Lagos state authorities notified …

Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love, a reminder that love knows no bounds and extends beyond romantic relationships. There are no restrictions on who to show love to, whether …

…the decision to pursue nuclear power is a strategic one that requires careful planning, transparent communication, and an unwavering commitment to safety and long-term sustainability. By harnessing the power of …

…many politicians seem keener to spend on themselves, rather than create the conditions for peace or fill the country’s fiscal hole. Even if Mr Tinubu resists the temptation to reinstate …

What is Christmas celebration without light? I couldn’t stock my house because the items would get spoilt. It’s so disheartening that the so-called unbundling of the power sector by the …