The stampedes that characterised the distribution of free food in Abuja in the Federal Capital Territory, Ibadan in Oyo State and Okija in Anambra State leading to the death of many people were avoidable if the events were properly handled and the prospective beneficiaries had conducted themselves in an orderly manner.

In the last few months, some unscrupulous elements have intensified their illegal operations across the country, freely circulating fake and substandard drugs as well as unwholesome food and drinks.

The threat of economic sanctions against Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) member states and associates by President-elect, Donald Trump, comes amid controversies around what his reemergence poses for Africa and the rest of the world.

Kemi Fred-Adetiba is an identity coach helping young women discover purpose and identity through detailed mentorship.

Intense wrangling is brewing-up in Rivers State over the emergence of Senator John Azuta Mbata as the President-General of apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, OhanaezeNdigbo Worldwide.  There has been rising squabbles among the Ikweres since Mbata’s emergence as the leader of Ohanaeze Ndigbo; and the conflict exacerbates on a daily basis. The problem borders on identity politics, issues of separation and exclusion.