Every election season, the same drama returns to Akoko Edo. Politicians who disappeared after the last election suddenly surface. Long convoys drive through Igarra, Ibillo, Ososo and other communities that rarely see them. Candidate posters flood every pole, wall, and rock. Loudspeakers blast promises like development is just one vote away. […]
Opinion
The people of Akoko Edo, alive with hopes and expectations, desired a significant chapter in their political narrative with the administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo. As we reflect on the promises made during his campaign and scrutinize the early achievements of his administration, it becomes imperative to remind not only […]
*By Oluwole Ajakaiye As a continuation of the discussion on “Tourism in Rural Areas: A Key to Broad-Based Empowerment, Preservation, and Exposure of Our Cultural Heritage,” it is essential to explore the immense potential within the Federal Government’s “Renewed Hope Creative Villages” initiative. This initiative presents a significant opportunity to […]
The Chief Imam, Lagos State University (LASU), Prof. Sanni Amidu, says the use of palliatives by governments as alternatives to social welfare is an indication of “systemic failures.” Amidu made this known in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) about the palliatives and their bearing on the […]
The greatest undoing of Akoko-Edo is the sabotaging of Hon. Dr. Tunde Lakoju second term as house of representatives. Whatever was the reason for those political gladiators for doing so, I am sure they can all see today, that their act did plunged Akoko-Edo into a shadow of itself. As […]
Peace, I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. (John 14:27). It is not only a religious but also a customary and conventional practice to pray for the dead. In fact, it is worthwhile wishing the dead a […]
Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely (John Edward Acton, 1887). For all Power belongs to God, now and forever (1 Pet. 5:11). Since the death and burial of Queen Elizabeth II, there is this impression that has refused to let go of me. It was […]
In the realm of arts and culture, there are individuals who stand out, leaving an indelible mark. Honorable Aanena Jemitola, erstwhile Commissioner for Arts and Culture of Edo State, is one such remarkable individual. Her tenure under the governorship of Adams Oshiomhole witnessed groundbreaking initiatives that elevated the arts scene […]
Tourism has emerged as a leading economic sector worldwide and has boosted trade and opened up countries and geographic areas that lagged in economic development. For many countries, tourism is a significant vehicle for economic progress that generates employment, foreign exchange, tax revenues, and contributes to poverty alleviation. Tourism is […]
Recently my attention was drawn to an online video where a man remarked that in some other parts of the world, when someone is in search of a job, some questions he may likely be asked include; what is your qualification? What can you do or what do you have […]