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The Kuriga miracle: Matters arising

By Ikechukwu Amaechi I was over the moon on Monday watching the released, or is it rescued Kuriga schoolchildren in their resplendent attires at the Sir Kashim Ibrahim House, seat of Kaduna State Government, as their misfortune catapulted them to celebrities even if for a fleeting moment. The high and mighty doted on them and…

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Almajiri, banditry and our insecurity

By Kassim Afegbua Too many troubling occurrences have taken the stage in Nigeria lately, with heated commentaries on them dominating public discourse. Top on the list is the issue of the One Hundred and Thirty Seven School Children and some others that were abducted in Kuriga, Kaduna State, leaving fear, tears, anguish and trepidation in…

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Discrimination! How KFC disgraced ex-Governor Gbenga Daniel’s Son at Lagos Airport for being on a wheelchair

“To be disabled in Nigeria is to be undesirable, unwelcome and unaccepted.” Those were the exact words of Adebola Daniel, the son of former Ogun State Governor Gbenga Daniel and wheelchair user, while detailing the inhumane treatment he got at the Lagos branch of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), a fast food restaurant, on Wednesday. Daniel,…

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FIDA Nigeria salutes the 52nd Body of Bencher’s Chair, A. S. Awomolo, SAN on his appointment

Press Release The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria congratulates Asiwaju Adegboyega Solomon Awomolo, SAN, A firm supporter of FIDA Nigeria and all that we stand for, Founder and Principal Partner of the prestigious law firm A.S. Awomolo and Associates. A beacon of excellence in both the legal profession. As a revered senior advocate…

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A woman’s place is in the boardroom

By Olufunke Baruwa The phrase “a woman’s place is in the boardroom” emphasizes the importance of gender equality and women’s participation in leadership roles, particularly in corporate governance. Historically, corporate boardrooms have been predominantly male-dominated spaces, with women often underrepresented or excluded altogether. This saying advocates for the inclusion of women in decision-making positions within…

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