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A more contextual analysis of the situation indicates that the Lagos State Government's intervention was a pragmatic and lawful response to a complex situation.

Rejoinder to Dele Farotimi – Original Sin

January 16, 2025January 17, 2025 Adeola Adebowale Leave a comment

The article “Dele Farotimi – Original Sin” presents a critique of the Lagos State Government’s handling of the Osapa London land dispute, invoking the concept of original sin to frame its argument. However, this approach is sensational and unwarranted. The concept of original sin is a complex theological idea that deals with the fundamental nature of humanity, morality and sin. Applying it to a legal… Read more

DELE FAROTIMI: Baba’s “Mistake”

December 6, 2024December 6, 2024 Ayokunle Adeleye Leave a comment

The following are said with the utmost respect to all parties involved… In my humble opinion, Baba made a mistake. When you are fighting injustice, there are at least three courts to consider: 1. Court of Law: what the law of the land says 2. Court of Public Opinion: the optics of the matter 3. Court of Conscience: what is known between you and your… Read more

NMA Ogun Strike: Who Won What?

October 7, 2023October 7, 2023 Ayokunle Adeleye Leave a comment

Good day, elders and colleagues. With your kind permission, I say with due respect that “igba ara l’aa búra…”. At the launch of this strike on earlier in September, yours truly proposed that that was only the “first phase” and that we might have to “modify the modality of the strike” at some point. I do not identify as a seer but we entered the… Read more

Nigeria’s Independence: Embracing Hope

October 1, 2023October 1, 2023 Adeola Adebowale Leave a comment

Happy Independence Day, Nigeria! As we celebrate our nation’s freedom, let us come together to reflect on our shared journey and embrace the boundless potential that lies within our great nation. Nigeria, a land of diverse cultures, languages, and traditions, stands as a testament to the strength of unity in diversity. Our resilience and unwavering spirit have carried us through challenges, and it is this… Read more

YOUR VOTE, YOUR CHOICE

March 17, 2023March 21, 2023 Adesola Jago Leave a comment

Why celebrity endorsement? In the 2023 election we see many celebrities asked or being pressured to speak up. Many called for them to pick their candidate. Several whose choices are perceived as not for the public benefit were attacked. This begs the question should: celebrities endorse a particular political candidate; and is celebrity endorsement a big deal for politicians? Modernization and digitalization brought about rise… Read more

Ferguson – Ronaldo is old and fat

March 6, 2013October 2, 2023 Adeola Adebowale

After being labelled derisively as the ‘old and fat one’ by the Manchester United manager, the Brazil legend has classed the comments as an unprofessional blunder by Ferguson. Real Madrid legend Ronaldo has hit back at Sir Alex Ferguson after the Manchester United manager poked fun at his past battles with weight issues. The Scot described Ronaldo as the “old and fat one” when asked… Read more

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