The recent controversy about the origin of some Obas and kingdoms in Yorubaland with regards to the Oba of Benin has brought to the fore the disadvantages of not teaching history in primary and secondary schools. But if history as…
By Tukur Muntari, Ted Odogwu and Israel Bulus Supporters of the deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, Sunday, took to the streets of the city, calling for his reinstatement and demanding that Governor Abba…
A few days ago, erstwhile Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, was dethroned and removed from his opulent palace where, five years earlier, 13-year-old girl from Bayelsa State, Ese Oruru, was forcefully converted to Islam…
Nigerians are arguably one of the most intelligent people on Earth. From Philip Emeagwali’s feats in information technology to Wole Soyinka achievements as a writer and Masai Ujuri’s leadership prowess in Canada, Nigerians have repeatedly…
