By Egbara Emmanuel Ikaba Nigeria has failed to progress from the illusion of independence to the reality of freedom because of betrayal; firstly by the then corruption power politics, and lately by the naive and treacherous former opposition. This is the tragedy of our political development. Independence was cheaper but freedom will be much more expensive as it is now. The fight for independence had clear targets but now the targets for purposeful governance are hidden in the corrupt and treacherous black hearts of APC led government. In APC as a political party one only remained a hero as long as they pay homage to Buhari. This was the critical test. Those that remained for long accepted money for their loyalty and pledged never to question Buhari’s dictatorship. They were as prosperous as the effort they put in suppressing the people. Those that changed their minds were quickly silenced. Those that supported Buhari lasted longer. For someone to claim they were not...

The noble place occupies by womenfolks in the society is inestimably indispensable. This specific place ranges from being a mother, wife and the host of others. The old adage of , 'behind every successful man; there's a supporting (supportive) woman', is playing out in most facets of our endeavors. We have seen great men having sterling performance in leadership sphere because they had(have) strong and dependable women behind them. For example, Winnie Mandela. The late Madiba's wife. The FIFA world cup has come and gone but the world is still warmth by some titillating sparks from few participants. All the Russian cultural razzmatazz and technological razzle-dazzle galore had since been blown away at the end of the mundial. However, one special aspect of the round leather game was the resonating humility, youthful exuberance, agility and the show of love devoid of racial prejudices by the prettiest Croatian President, Kolinda Kita...

The General Overseer of the Latter Rain Assembly, Pastor Tunde Bakare, has provided reasons President Muhammadu Buhari has not met the expectations of many Nigerians who voted him into office in 2019. Bakare revealed also why he would not be contesting for the presidency this time around, saying that he will not run against his friend, Buhari. He, however, revealed that he will be the 16th president of the country, saying, “Buhari is the 15th president, I’ll be the 16th.” Daily Sun gathered that Pastor Bakare, who was once Buhari’s running mate, said coming into office in 2015, the President met the unexpected. On Buhari’s performance, Bakare said, “My simple view on this matter is: number one, the expectation was high. “And so was the goodwill that brought him to power. But it appears after he got into power, the Yoruba proverb that ‘the water that is being boiled and the elubo to get amala that would be put into that water, the yam flour is so little compared to the boiling water...

A social media Activist a writer and a grassroot mobilizer  in Yala Local Government Area of Cross river State, Egbara Emmanuel Ikaba, has disclosed that the state Governor, Senator Benedict AYADE deserves another second tenure in office, to enable him consolidate on the gains he has made for the state so far. He said that youths in Cross river North Senatorial District would ensure that Ayade's second term bid is successful. Egbara, in a chat with newsmen, commended the Governor  for attracting general development to Cross river North. According to him, “we are experiencing what we have never seen in terms of development in my area, and they are there for people to see. “This is not an attempt to commend non-existent achievements. Ayade has done well so far. And anybody, who has seen his good works, would only beg him to continue.  It is like a football match and you don’t stop a football match after the end of first half. So this is Ayade's first half; he d...

Veteran nollywood actor Kanayo O. Kanayo has declared his intention to contest the seat of House of Representatives in Imo state. He took to his IG page to share the good news. "Hello Friends, good evening. History has been made today as I declared my intention to run for the House of Representatives, Ahiazu/ Ezinihitte Mbaise Federal Constituency, Imo State under the All Progressive Grand Alliance, APGA. I owe you this information as I enlist your prayers and support.  #OverAndOut ''. What do you think?