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Bishop Francis Wale Oke at 70: A Fresh Voice, a Man of Spiritual Vision and Passion
There are people whose biographies are defined by where they come from; there are others whose lives make where they come from part of a larger story. Bishop Francis Wale Oke belongs to the latter category. Bishop Wale Oke is unmistakably a son of Ibadan. His face is,...
Creativity is a 24-hour business
It has always been; long before digitalisation, artificial intelligence, smartphones, Zoom meetings and remote work turned every living room, airport lounge and coffee shop into a potential workplace. The creative economy does not run strictly from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00...
Does Democracy Thrive on Quantity?
Democracy, by its very essence, is about representation, not necessarily qualification. Where the electoral process is free, fair and untainted, democracy ultimately triumphs through the arithmetic of numbers: quantity can prevail over quality. But this raises an...
Ojude Oba Festival: Culture, Change and Collective Values
A photograph from the recent Ojude Oba Festival of Ijebu Ode, South West Nigeria, has generated widespread debate. At the centre of the discussion is a woman confidently smoking a Cuban cigar during the celebration. Beyond the reactions, however, lies a deeper...
Twelve Lessons That My Mother Taught Me
A reflection on faith, integrity, resilience, enterprise, leadership, and legacy inspired by the life of Madam Comfort Jejelola Ojeniyi. 1. Faith in Christ is the foundation for life and eternity. Without it the entire life is vain and void. 2. Your health matters. We...
Shaping Lagos for Global Relevance
Shaping Lagos for Global Relevance: Reflections from the Advanced Leadership & Policy Management Programme It was a truly enriching session—marked by meaningful exchange, strategic dialogue, and practical learning.Interestingly, I found myself in traditional...
STRENGTH TO LIVE IN A SEASON OF DEATHS
It is spring in the Northern Hemisphere. Although spring may not claim the coveted place often reserved for summer in the hierarchy of seasons, it remains a sweet and meaningful season nonetheless.
The first step towards getting somewhere…
“The first step towards getting somewhere is deciding you are not going to stay where you are”.
— JP Morgan
Mama Comfort Jejejola Ojeniyi: A Legacy of Love, Faith & Service
Mama Comfort Jejejola Ojeniyi: A Legacy of Love, Faith & Service Background Mama Comfort Jejelola Ojeniyi was born on September 17, 1933, in Ogunsina Village, Lagelu Local Government Area of Oyo State, to the late Pa Emmanuel Ogunwole and Mama Alice Awero...