Nigerians today boast of the biggest churches in the world. For the members of those ministries, it is a huge achievement. For many who understand the dynamics, it is a sign of endemic poverty, deprivation and bad governance. Let me try to explain. Some of the most pressing things that force our people to churches
By Sylvia Akpan, Government House Correspondent Cross River Governor, Sen. Bassey Otu has called for a peaceful coexistence, religious tolerance, and prayers for a more united Nigeria as Muslim Ummah begins the annual Ramadan fasting. The Governor made the call in a press release signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Nsa Gill, dated March 12,
Dear Lord, I ask not for more light but for eyes to see the light that already exists. I ask not for sweeter songs but for ears to hear the present melodies. I ask not for more love but for skill to turn anger into tenderness. I ask for no more joy but for how
If we don’t, then we may have moved from frying pan to fire. First, the Anti-Deforestation Committee is populated by timber thieves who are emotionally blackmailing him with “na we work for your election.” Lease agreement for Cally Aircraft, signed with a company that has no business whatsoever with aviation. And now, the vehicle recovery