By Simon Kolawole If you take time to study Nigeria since 1960 — when we began to govern ourselves — you would notice an unrelenting constant: bloodshed. From political violence to coups, civil war, ethno-religious…
By Hara Estroff Marano I recently turned 42 and blame my parents for my lack of social skills. We moved to four different school districts before I was 8. At 12, I had a few…
By Seyi Sokoya Veteran actor-cum-lecturer, Joke Muyiwa, has described the completion of her Ph.D. progamme at the Redeemer’s University as a fulfillment of life achievement and a dream come true. The news of Muyiwa’s new…
When we confront our mistakes and embrace them, we can use our moments of disappointment to propel us forward. By Bryan Robinson, Ph.D Inner dialogue has awesome power. It can make you think you can…
Punch Editorial The Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire, unwittingly provided an unpleasant insight into the lopsided governance template in Nigeria when he gave a damning verdict on illiteracy and conditions of living among children in…
The dynamics of sexual intimacy after conflicts. By David Ludden Ph.D. A new couple having their first fight is a common trope in romantic comedies. Voices rise, fingers wag, and each partner unleashes a tirade…
I have often wondered why Muslims and Islamic laws in Nigeria only sanction the poor or powerless. Sharia laws and its enforcement arm like Hisbah in Kano can never be found apprehending the rich or…
By Ben Pickman Lakers star LeBron James became the first athlete to be named Sports Illustrated’s Sportsperson of the Year three times, when he was one of five athlete activists to receive this year’s honor….
During my undergraduate years, I quickly came to terms with a new understanding of who is a fine boy, or the type of guy that attracts the most attractive girls. Before now, my understanding of…
By Joshua NevettBBC News A portfolio of properties, lucrative image rights, and an amphibious tank from Belarus. These were just some of the reported trappings of Diego Maradona’s fortune. The Argentine football icon died at…
