Category: Opinion
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Why are Yoruba always the ‘problem’ of Nigeria?
By Bola BOLAWOLE “And it came to pass, when Ahab saw Elijah, that Ahab said unto him, Art thou he that troubleth Israel? And he answered, I have not troubled Israel; but thou, and thy father’s house…” 1 Kings 18: 17 – 18). There are occasions when a writer sets out to write one thing…
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The pitiable state of Baptist Grammar School Ode-Aye
The Baptist Grammar School in Ode-Aye, Ondo State, is now a death trap for innocent students whose fees are being collected with zero hope of using the levy to facelift the citadel of learning. The once-adorned academic environment that had produced big guns currently blazing the trail in their respective fields is now on the…
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Appeal to Gov Aiyedatiwa Over Deplorable State of Unity Secondary School, Ode Aye
Unity Secondary School, Ode Aye, Ondo State, once a prestigious institution of learning and a beacon of national development, now stands in a state of disrepair, a victim of years of neglect. Previously serving as a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp and a Teachers’ training college, the school has suffered from lack of…
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No One Is Like You
As I sit down to write this message, I am filled with gratitude and love for the incredible person you are. Today, on your birthday, I want to take a moment to celebrate you and remind you just how special you are to me and everyone around you. From the moment we met, it was…
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Celebrating a True Statesman: Happy 60th Birthday, Kennedy Ikantu Peretei!
Today, as we commemorate the 60th birthday of Kennedy Ikantu Peretei, we honour not just a public servant but a compassionate leader whose kindness and unwavering commitment to humanity have touched countless lives in Ondo State and beyond. Born on December 2, 1964, in the serene town of Dibigbini, Arogbo, in the Ese-Odo Local Government…
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Ondo Governorship Election: The Highest Bidder Takes It
By Miracle Ogunde The recently conducted governorship election in Ondo State clearly highlighted the impact of hunger on the lives of ordinary Nigerians. It was largely characterised by vote-buying, and the influence of money cannot be ignored. No wonder the ruling class cares little for the ordinary man because they know that money, especially in…
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A Poem by Demola Ijabiyi to Governor Aiyedatiwa and Deputy
A new dawn breaks in Ondo State, As you, Governor Aiyedatiwa, create, A brighter future, full of promise and elate With Deputy Adelami, by your side, elate. Your journey began with a vision so grand, To serve the people, hand in hand, With integrity, wisdom, and heart, You’ve won the trust of Ondo’s people from…
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From Democracy to Transactions: The Menace of Vote Buying Under APC Rule
Nigeria’s democracy is under siege, as the persistent and growing menace of vote buying continues to compromise the integrity of the electoral process. Since the return to democratic rule in 1999, vote buying has steadily taken root, but under the All Progressives Congress (APC), it has grown alarmingly pervasive. From the administration of President Muhammadu…
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God is not happy with ungrateful souls!
By Pst Olumide Akinrinlola (Bible Text In Luke 17:11–19) Gratitude is a powerful force that can change lives, yet many people forget to express it. The act of being thankful is not just a simple gesture; it is a reflection of a person’s character and relationship with the world. God is not happy with ungrateful…
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Erelu Oodua Breathes New Life Into Ode Aye, Revives Abandoned Health Center
In a remarkable display of compassion and commitment to her community, Erelu Tinuade Mabel Onaneye, a USA-based businesswoman and esteemed custodian of Yoruba traditional history, has taken monumental steps to address a long-standing health crisis in Ode Aye, a community in Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State, Nigeria. As the titleholder of Erelu Oodua…