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'Modern Motherhood': A Conversation With Aisha Olagbegi

‘Modern Motherhood’: A Conversation With Aisha Olagbegi

In a world often characterised by constant flux and shifting paradigms, one thing remains a cornerstone: motherhood. Yet, even this ancient role is not immune to the evolving currents of society, technology, and culture. How then do modern mothers navigate this complex tapestry of expectations and legacies? Enter Aisha Olagbegi—a woman whose credentials not only speak of her academic rigour but also herald her as a thought leader in policy formulation and strategic management. Her newest publication, ‘Modern Motherhood: Nurturing Kings in the 21st Century’, attempts to answer this question in an extraordinary manner, blending her insights from the

Edo Train Attack: A Case Of Coordinated State Failure

Edo Train Attack: A Case Of Coordinated State Failure

Terrorists, criminals, kidnappers, and non-state actors have never been this emboldened in Nigeria’s history. Almost like an ungoverned space, the Nigerian state is growing weaker by the day and the reality of the average citizen is becoming scarier. With Nigeria already exhibiting clear signs of State failure, it will only be a matter of time before Africa’s most popular country caves in and becomes a full-blown failed state if nothing drastic is done to curtail the pacy downward slide.

A few weeks ago, barely a year after the Abuja-Kaduna train attack, criminals struck again, this time they attacked a …

Why CBN’s Naira Redesign Plan Is Purely Political – Obaseki

Why CBN’s Naira Redesign Plan Is Purely Political – Obaseki

Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki has faulted the move to redesign the naira, claiming it has no economic basis and purely political plan.

He said this while inaugurating the Edo State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Women Campaign Council at the Presidential Campaign Secretariat in Benin City, the Edo State capital, on Wednesday.

‘They say we should all bring our naira and give it to them because they want to change it for us. Is that our priority now? How does changing of currency reduce the price of food in the market? They say they want to change our currency and

Attempted Assassination: Apostle Suleiman Needs To Open Up

Attempted Assassination: Apostle Suleiman Needs To Open Up

Over the weekend, One of Nigeria’s most controversial Pastors was in the news again, and this time, it was for a horrible reason. His convoy was attacked by some ‘yet-to-be-identified’ gunmen and no fewer than seven people perished. The aftermath of that ugly occurrence has got many people talking with many unanswered questions now hitting the front burner. 

Apostle Johnson Suleman, the fiery Omega Fire Ministries Pastor is not new to the spotlight. Over the past decade, he is perhaps the Pastor that has featured the most on newspaper headlines the most, not for his groundbreaking expositions or ‘prophesies’ …

God Will Decide Nigeria’s President, Oba Of Benin Tells Atiku

God Will Decide Nigeria’s President, Oba Of Benin Tells Atiku

The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II yesterday informed the presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Abubakar Atiku that only God will decide who Nigeria’s next president will be.

The Monarch made this known when he received Atiku and his team at his palace ahead of his campaign rally at Edo State.

The monarch wished Atiku well in his aspirations to lead the country and charged him to fulfill his campaign promises if he given the mandate to lead.

‘Your Excellency, we have been following your statements and assurances, we pray to God Almighty and our ancestors

Apostle Suleman Clears Air On Using Policemen For Rituals

Apostle Suleman Clears Air On Using Policemen For Rituals

The General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries, Apostle Johnson Suleman has denied using mobile police officers for rituals as being speculated.

Suleman made the fresh claim in reaction to a viral video of a police officer identified as Seyi Peter alleging that he supplies him with his colleagues for rituals.

Africa Daily News, New York reports that in the video, the officer was seen claiming that the girl killed during the assassination attempt was used for havoc by Suleman who has come under intense scrutiny in recent times.

However, while reacting, Suleman denied even knowing the police officer in the …

'You Can’t Kill Me' – Apostle Suleman Boasts Following Attack

‘You Can’t Kill Me’ – Apostle Suleman Boasts Following Attack

The General oversea of Omega Fire Ministry, Apostle Johnson Suleman yesterday night confirmed the attack on his motorcade boasting that no one can kill him. 

Africa Daily News, New York ome gunmen had ambushed the cleric’s convoy on Warake road in Auchi, Edo State on Friday evening, killing seven persons including police officers.

Confirming the incident, Apostle Suleman who lamented that he has been going through some tough times, said he cannot be killed.

He confirmed that the incident was an assassination attempt but vowed not to mention the names of those behind the attack.

Campaigns I Will Suspend Governance Henceforth – Obaseki

Campaigns: I Will Suspend Governance Henceforth – Obaseki

Mr. Godwin Obaseki who is the Governor of Edo State on Friday declared that henceforth, governance in the state will take a back seat while ensuring that the presidential candidate of his party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar wins the next general election will be his primary assignment.

He made the declaration while speaking at the official inauguration of the state PDP Presidential Campaign Council in Benin which was monitored by Africa Daily News, New York.

‘As from today, governance will take back seat while campaign will take front seat until Atiku emerge victorious’, the governor said.

Obaseki …

How PDP Will Deploy Technology To Win Election – Obaseki

How PDP Will Deploy Technology To Win Election – Obaseki

The Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has expressed strong confidence that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will win the forthcoming general elections, asserting that the party will deploy technology to ensure victory at the polls.

The governor who had convened the PDP South-South Zonal meeting, held at the Ibom Hall in Uyo, the capital of Akwa-Ibom State, pointed out that the waters have been tested in Edo and Osun States, where the party leveraged technology to ensure victory in the governorship elections.

Obaseki stated the meeting was held to discuss issues affecting the party ahead of the

Ossiomo Power How Nigeria Lost $1.9m In 5 Days - Gov Obaseki

Ossiomo Power: How Nigeria Lost $1.9m In 5 Days – Gov Obaseki

The Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki has revealed that Nigeria has lost over $1.9million in the past five days due to the disturbance of gas distribution to the Ossiomo Power plant situated in Ologbo, Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area of the state.
The Ossiomo Power project is a product of Governor Godwin Obaseki-led state administration to ensure that the state maintains and generates power independently
The 95 megawatts installation came to fulfillment through a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Ossiomo Power Company which powers government offices, hospitals, and streetlights in Benin metropolis.
Emotan Gardens Estate, Edo Tech Park, Edo
Obaseki Completes Documentation, Audit Of Edo Forests

Obaseki Completes Documentation, Audit Of Edo Forests

Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki has announced that his government had finalised the documentation and audit of the state’s forests and was now embarking on the recruitment of new forest police as part of fresh efforts to enhance security across the state.

He made this disclosure while speaking on Sunday in Benin City at a Special Security Council meeting with relevant stakeholders in Edo South senatorial district.

Africa Daily News, New York recalls that the governor had before now held similar meetings with stakeholders in Edo North and Edo Central senatorial districts to review security strategies and mechanisms to tackle …

Another Edo Catholic Priest, Osia Abducted By Gunmen

Another Edo Catholic Priest, Osia Abducted By Gunmen

There was pandemonium in some parts of Edo State as some unknown gunmen on Sunday morning invaded Ikabigbo community which is situated in Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State, where they had reportedly abducted a Catholic priest, who was simply identified as Reverend Father Osia.

Africa Daily News, New York also gathered that the hoodlums who had invaded the residence of the priest when he was preparing for Sunday mass had assaulted and also whisked him away.

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A source in the community who wished not to be …