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The “Olodo Syndrome” is a deep-seated systemic choice to reward short-term appearance over long-term structural integrity. When a society systematically separates rewards from actual performance, mediocrity stops being an accident and becomes a rational survival strategy. When structure is treated as a scam, individuals stop building for scale and begin optimising for transactional “vibes” and internal extraction. This essay explores the sequential, self-reinforcing downward spiral of this cognitive inversion—from the highest layers of national governance down to the micro-family unit. Pillar 1: Macro Governance & Financial Stagnation The structural decay begins at the absolute top, where the fundamental rules of…

Researchers at the Zaragoza School of Advanced Studies (FES Zaragoza) at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) have identified a new fossil species of axolotl in the state of Hidalgo.Named Ambystoma quetzalcoatli, it is the first fossil salamander species to be formally described in Mexico and the oldest known record of the genus Ambystoma ever documented in the country. According to the researchers, the discovery provides an important new piece of the puzzle for understanding the origin and evolution of the biodiversity that characterizes modern Mexican fauna.The fossils were discovered in the municipality of Atotonilco el Grande, in Hidalgo,…

The Society for Family Health (SFH) has identified shortages of essential commodities, service delivery tools, and provider training resources as major challenges limiting the quality of family planning services in Abia and Akwa Ibom states. The Project Coordinator of SFH, Eze Nwokoma, said this in a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja, following facility assessments conducted by the organisation in the two states. Mr Nwokoma said the assessments revealed urgent needs for critical commodities and resources, emphasising that addressing the deficiencies was essential to strengthening family planning services and improving reproductive health outcomes. “These included the need for additional service…

A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), led by former Minister of Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Affairs, Kabiru Turaki, has urged the federal government to order a forensic investigation into the controversy surrounding the alleged non-existence of the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC). The faction, in a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, also called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately suspend government officials linked to the scandal, particularly his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila. Mr Ememobong further urged the President to reorganise the Presidency and issue an unreserved apology to Nigerians, stating that the…

Nigeria’s senior men’s basketball team, D’Tigers, produced another commanding display on Sunday, defeating Rwanda 106-62 to complete a flawless qualifying window and secure passage to the second round of the FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers. The emphatic victory ensured Nigeria finished the three-game window with a perfect record, having earlier defeated Tunisia and Guinea, underscoring the team’s resurgence under head coach David Fizdale. Point guard Uche (U.C.) Iroegbu orchestrated the Nigerian offence with an outstanding all-round performance, finishing with 17 points and seven assists. Caleb Agada, Ikechukwu Mekowulu and Stan Okoye each contributed 13 points as D’Tigers showcased their…

Entering the small studio tasked with containing this ambitious livewire of a football drama, the action is already in full swing. Charlton Athletic’s Victory and Youssef, in Nigeria to try out for the last two spots on the country’s World Cup squad, are doing drills, while their coach (a buoyant Jerome Ngonadi) collars audience members to take penalties. I miss spectacularly; the production does quite the opposite.Part of the Ryan Calais Cameron season – the Olivier-nominated playwright chose three early-career Black and Global Majority writers to receive financial backing and mentorship – its writer, Justice Ezi, is a clear talent,…

The Chief of Staff to the President , Femi Gbajabiamila (PHOTO CREDIT: @femigbaja) The late Chief Joseph Folahan (JF) Odunjo left behind an allegory that perfectly mirrors today’s most notorious national scandal. It explains the infamy surrounding President Bola Tinubu’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila and allegedly self-appointed DG of Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) and the Presidential Economic Advisory Council, (PEAC) Adeniyi Adeyemi. Celebrated for his indigenous production of knowledge, Odunjo’s most imperishable legacy remains his role as a writer and educator. His iconic Yoruba children’s literature, the Alawiye (Careful Explainer) series, served as foundational texts for primary school pupils from the 1960s through the 1980s. These books…

By Rotimi Ojomoyela ADO-EKITI — Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, on Sunday visited victims of the recent kidnapping incident in Eda-Oniyo, Ilejemeje Local Government Area, who are receiving treatment at the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH), Ado-Ekiti. Expressing gratitude over their safe release, the governor announced that the state government would cover the full cost of their medical treatment, rehabilitation and psychological support to aid their recovery and reintegration. Oyebanji thanked God for the victims’ safe return and acknowledged the support of President Bola Tinubu, security agencies, community groups and other Ekiti indigenes whose efforts contributed to securing their…

Nollywood actor Olakunle Fawole has opened up about his relationship with his ex-wife, actress Yvonne Jegede, stating that although he no longer loves her romantically, he would still risk his life to protect her. The actor made the remarks during an episode of With Chude, hosted by media entrepreneur Chude Jideonwo, released on Saturday, in which he reflected on his failed marriage, relationships, and his approach to forgiveness. Kunle Fawole Mr Fawole, the son of the late veteran actress Bukky Ajayi, insisted that despite the collapse of his marriage, he harbours no resentment towards his former wife. “I had a…

More than 150 women and girls in Edo State have successfully completed a six-day digital literacy programme aimed at equipping participants with practical technology skills to enhance career opportunities, support business growth, and increase participation in the digital economy. The initiative, organised by She Code Africa in partnership with HP and supported by the Edo State Information Communication and Technology Agency (ICT Agency) alongside Girl Leads Project, brought together women from diverse backgrounds and age groups to acquire essential digital and workplace competencies. Speaking during the closing ceremony, Programme Manager at She Code Africa, Oreoluwa Adetula, reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment…