The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has pledged its full participation in the burial of late football legend Christian Chukwu, affirming its commitment to honoring his legacy. The former national team captain and ex-coach died on 12 April aged 74. “Chukwu is a hero and the NFF will participate fully in his burial,” NFF President Ibrahim Gusau declared during a condolence visit to the Chukwu family in Enugu on Friday. Mr Gusau, represented by NFF 1st Vice President Chief Felix Anyansi-Agwu, led a delegation that included several South-East state football association chairmen. Mr Gusau paid glowing tribute to Chukwu, describing him…
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In The Wretched of the Earth, anticolonial theorist Frantz Fanon warned that Africa’s postcolonial bourgeoisie would co-opt the symbols of Black liberation to advance their own narrow agendas, ultimately failing to break both the psychological and material chains of colonialism. Fanon’s prophecy has proven true: African political leaders not only have seized power to replicate colonial structures of oppression through extractive capitalism and corruption, but also found willing collaborators among the African diasporic elite, distorting pan-Africanist ideals for personal gain. There is a longstanding legacy of celebrity being used as soft power in cultural warfare to sanitize and exploit Africa,…
A few years before the cataclysmic end of Mars Hill, I can remember Mark Driscoll exhorting pastors to preach like Arminians but sleep like Calvinists. And as much as I appreciated it at the time, if we’re honest that line is all heat and little light. In fact, I think a good case can be made for preaching like a Calvinist, as Lucky Mogakane has done. Furthermore, if our theology informs practice—something no one should deny—Driscoll’s rhetorical flourish ends up looking a little silly. All of that brings us to the question of this short article: why wasn’t Isaiah’s ministry…
Preaching demands patient, prayerful preparation in God’s word. It’s one of the primary mandates of the church, preachers especially (Acts 20:27). “Until I come,” Paul writes to his mentee, “devote yourself to the public reading of scripture, to preaching and to teaching” (1 Timothy 4:13). The importance and priority of preaching can be even seen within the architecture of some Protestant traditions, where the pulpit is usually raised to portray its prominence. Only we mustn’t allow this emphasis to overshadow another central aspect to pulpit ministry: the character of the preacher. Preaching demands patient, prayerful preparation in God’s word. Consider…
Kie Kie never misses, and this outfit proves it! She steps out in a gorgeous traditional look that screams elegance and bold style. She’s wearing a rich orange lace fabric, beautifully decorated with silver floral patterns.The dress fits her like a glove, hugging her figure in the best way and flowing gracefully to the floor.Kie Kie Stuns in a Royal Orange Look That Redefines Style and FashionHer sleeves are a real showstopper, designed with big, round, eye-catching details that sparkle with stones. Around her neck, she wears a lovely set of jewelry that adds a touch of pure class. Kie…
This episode was recorded in the wake of the recent public controversy surrounding the suspension of Nigerian Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, following sexual harassment allegations she leveled against Godswill Akpabio, the current president of the Nigerian senate. Nigerian public commentary has been polarized by the controversy, reflecting a deeper division that is characteristic of debates about the current state of women in Nigeria. On one hand, the suspended senator’s cause has been championed by supporters of women’s rights and feminist politics, who have grown increasingly vocal in the past two decades. This is evident in the rising prominence of women’s rights…
In recent months, Western governments have been loudly rethinking their aid strategies. The US announced a dramatic reduction in foreign assistance, claiming that the “foreign aid industry” destabilizes world peace by promoting values “inverse to harmonious and stable relations.” Meanwhile, the UK government slashed its aid budget, citing the need to prioritize defense spending. Germany, the world’s second-largest aid donor, has also signaled reductions in its aid spending following its recent elections. These moves have sparked debate about what these cuts mean for African countries. Some commentators frame them as wake-up calls, urging African governments to become self-reliant and finally…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has extolled the commitment and determination of Remo Stars Football Club for its victory over Niger Tornadoes, describing it as an unprecedented feat in the annals of Ogun State. It should be recalled that the local football team won the first-ever Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) title with a 1-0 victory over Niger Tornadoes on Sunday, April 27. The Governor, in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, said the team has sustained the inherent capacity Ogun State is known for, adding that their resilience and perseverance…
Despite weak institutions and internal conflict, Somalia still has to stand up for itself at the diplomatic table, writes Tewodros Woldearegay. Somalia’s precarious geopolitical position in the Horn of Africa necessitates a nuanced diplomatic strategy that constantly adapts to shifting regional power dynamics. In particular, Somalia faces a delicate balancing act between Ethiopia and Egypt, two regional heavyweights with often conflicting interests. In 2024, Ethiopia signed a deal with Somaliland recognising its claim to independence from Somalia in return for access to the sea. This significantly exacerbated tensions between Ethiopia and Somalia which share a land border. Into this standoff…
Where can we find life? Not just life, but true life. How can we live an abundant and overflowing life, filled to the brim? The voices of our age offer many answers, often contradicting each other. There is no shortage of people promising us our best life now, both in the church and outside of it. Is the abundant life one full of possessions or people, maybe purpose, even power? From stuff to status, education to adoration, there are many visions for the abundant life. But the Bible gives just one answer; and it’s markedly different from all the others.…