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August 9, 2026 12:00 am
I became executive beggar despite serving Lagos for 30 years – Ex-administrator
August 9, 2026 12:00 am
Gombe retirees can’t survive on N9,000 monthly pension – NUP deputy chair
August 8, 2026 1:33 am
Sea goddess must be appeased over landslide in Cross River community – Youth leader, Okon
August 8, 2026 1:22 am
Help! Mum died without showing me my father – Baker
August 2, 2026 12:00 am
I studied law to fulfil my father’s dream – OAU first-class graduate
August 2, 2026 12:00 am
Why I pursued second PhD at 89 — NAS fellow, Prof Nwagwu
Your driving records can indicate credit worthiness ─ Mathesis CEO
August 12, 2026 12:15 am
My brother was killed out of jealousy – Sibling of UNIJOS grad lynched over missing phone
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I’ve seen five families wiped out in Plateau attacks — Berom youth leader
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Help! Ogun police freed land grabber who threatened to kill me – Bizwoman
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I won’t quit farming despite losing over N70m to herders’ attacks — Journalist, Isine
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My students overcame anxiety to win three STEM gold medals – Educationist, Onyia
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I became executive beggar despite serving Lagos for 30 years – Ex-administrator
A physically challenged former Lagos administrator, Michael Odesanya, shares his harrowing experience of becoming an “executive beggar” due to delayed reti…
Gombe retirees can’t survive on N9,000 monthly pension – NUP deputy chair
Gombe State pensioners face hardship as NUP deputy chair highlights how N9,000 monthly pension is insufficient amidst rising cost of living….
Sea goddess must be appeased over landslide in Cross River community – Youth leader, Okon
Obutong youth leader, Emmanuel Okon, attributes the devastating 2026 Cross River landslide to the anger of traditional sea goddess, Anansa, calling for app…
Help! Mum died without showing me my father – Baker
Balikis Opeyemi shares her painful journey of growing up without a father and losing her mother before getting answers. She continues her search for her fa…
I studied law to fulfil my father’s dream – OAU first-class graduate
Freedolyn Ani, an OAU first-class graduate, shares her journey of fulfilling her father’s dream by studying law and her strategies for academic excellence….
Why I pursued second PhD at 89 — NAS fellow, Prof Nwagwu
Discover why Prof Mark Nwagwu, a NAS fellow, pursued his second PhD in Cultural Studies at 89, bridging science and arts in his remarkable academic journey…
My brother was killed out of jealousy – Sibling of UNIJOS grad lynched over missing phone
The brother of Ibrahim Mbaya, a UNIJOS graduate lynched over a missing phone, speaks out, alleging jealousy and demanding justice for his brother’s brutal…
I’ve seen five families wiped out in Plateau attacks — Berom youth leader
A Berom youth leader details horrific Plateau attacks, revealing how entire families are wiped out and communities displaced by gunmen….
Help! Ogun police freed land grabber who threatened to kill me – Bizwoman
Oluwadamilola Adisa, an Ogun State bizwoman, recounts how police freed a land grabber who threatened her life over her late father’s property….
I won’t quit farming despite losing over N70m to herders’ attacks — Journalist, Isine
Investigative journalist Ibanga Isine shares his story of losing over N70m in farming investment due to herders’ attacks and management failures, yet remai…
My students overcame anxiety to win three STEM gold medals – Educationist, Onyia
Alex Onyia discusses how Nigerian students overcame anxiety to win three gold medals at the International STEM Olympiad, highlighting their potential….
Bad cholesterol diagnosis turned me into a marathon runner — Guinness World Records holder, Akinbode
Discover how a bad cholesterol diagnosis transformed Dayo Akinbode, a Guinness World Records holder, into a passionate marathon runner and sports tourism p…
I would’ve killed myself if I failed to become a nurse – 90-year-old retiree
Meet Mrs. Victoria Ojo, a 90-year-old retired nurse from Osun State, who shares her inspiring journey and unwavering passion for the nursing profession….
My father’s exile paved my way to the throne – Emir of Potiskum, Bauya
The Emir of Potiskum, Alhaji Umaru Bauya, shares his unique journey to the throne, revealing how his father’s exile shaped his destiny. Discover the histor…
I stayed away from my village over hatred against my father — Edo painter, Chinedu
Edo painter Chinedu recounts his family’s struggles with accusations of witchcraft and violence in his village, leading him to stay away. Learn about his f…
My children keep asking for their father — Slain police inspector’s widow
The widow of a slain police inspector, Dr. Ikechukwu Obodo, shares her pain and demands the release of CCTV footage to uncover the truth behind her husband…
How mob almost beat our father to death over witchcraft accusation – Ebonyi brothers
Ebonyi brothers recount how their father was nearly beaten to death and banished from their community over a false witchcraft accusation. Learn more about…
Nigerians should reject vote buying to have quality leadership – Ex-envoy, Gana
Former envoy, Prof. Yisa Gana, urges Nigerians to reject vote buying to ensure quality leadership and address national challenges….
Boys need intentional support, mentoring as much as girls — Rights activist, Oyinlola
Rights activist Olufunke Oyinlola highlights the urgent need for intentional support and mentoring for the boy child in Nigeria, advocating for greater att…
UNIOSUN students deserve justice after military invasion — Spokesperson
UNIOSUN spokesperson demands justice for students allegedly assaulted by military personnel in off-campus hostels. Over 30 students affected by the inciden…
Lagos flood killed my six-year-old daughter, left me homeless — Grieving father
A grieving father recounts the tragic Lagos flood that claimed his six-year-old daughter’s life and destroyed his home, leaving him homeless….
How Sunny Ade convinced me to accept kingship — Onikate of Ikate, Oba Adams
Oba Lateef Adams, Onikate of Ikate, shares his journey to the throne, including how King Sunny Ade influenced his decision and his 10 years of transforming…
Repentant terrorists should face justice, not reintegration — Chief Imam, Lafiagi
Chief Imam Lafiagi argues against terrorist reintegration, insisting that repentance doesn’t erase criminal liability. He advocates for justice and special…
Bandits want N280m for 18 worshippers despite killing my 14-year-old ‘son’ — Kwara queen
A Kwara queen recounts the tragic kidnapping of 18 worshippers and the killing of her 14-year-old ‘son’ by bandits, who now demand N280m ransom. She pleads…
My fiancé called off our wedding after I lost my leg in accident — Anambra hairstylist
Anambra hairstylist Loveth Sunday shares her heartbreaking story of how her fiancé called off their wedding after she lost her leg in a tragic accident….
How I turned bread selling to mega business — 80-year-old ex-civil servant
Discover how Mrs. Esther Awolana, an 80-year-old ex-civil servant, transformed bread selling into a thriving mega business in Nigeria. Learn her life lesso…
I will remarry if my husband continues to abandon me — Estranged wife
An estranged wife shares her painful story of abandonment by her husband who disappeared after travelling to Abidjan, leaving her to raise their child alon…
How I narrowly escaped death in Lagos building collapse – Shop owner
A shop owner shares his harrowing experience of narrowly escaping death in the recent Lagos building collapse, which tragically killed his apprentice….
Foreigners not responsible for South Africa’s woes — Journalist, Ngalwa
Journalist S’bu Ngalwa explains how political interests, not public hostility, are fuelling the anti-foreigner campaign in South Africa….
My son falsely accused of robbery at 17, still on death row at 45 — Widow
A Nigerian widow narrates her son’s 28-year ordeal on death row after being falsely accused of robbery at 17. Discover the family’s fight for justice….
Entertainers must prepare for life beyond fame — Ijebu
Nollywood actor Ijebu advises entertainers to prepare for life beyond fame, discussing career, comedy, and financial planning in the industry….