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By Dare Lasisi. I always love to write about my personal struggles in life because I am a realist 24 7. I hate fake lifestyle whatever with my blood. That’s my life. That’s my choice. That’s my cup of zobo. You’re free to read my stories and laugh, mock yourself (not me), learn to appreciate my honesty and strong determination or twist my words as blowing trumpet or whatever. Not my business . It is a free world. Ko ju be lo . I read about 7000 pages (PDF files) , over 2500 past questions plus more than 400 hours…

Nobel Laureate. Professor Wole Soyinka, the first sub-Saharan African to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature, recently shared how the prestigious award has had unintended consequences, putting him at risk and intensifying his isolation. Soyinka, who was honoured with the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1986 for his profound cultural perspective and the “poetic overtones” in his work, reflected on the personal impact of the accolade in a recent interview with CNN’s Larry Madowo. He explained that his active role in Nigeria’s political sphere often clashed with the country’s leadership, further exposing him to danger. Soyinka said, “I felt isolated…

The administration of President Tinubu has distanced itself from the recent hike in petrol prices, stating that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) made the decision independently based on prevailing market conditions. The adjustment has seen pump prices soar to as high as ₦1,075 per litre in some regions. As of Wednesday, the NNPCL raised the fuel price in Abuja from ₦897 to ₦1,030 per litre, while prices in Lagos jumped from ₦855 to ₦998. In other regions, the price changes were similarly steep, with the North-East seeing prices at ₦1,070, and the South-West states averaging ₦1,025. The South-East…

Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has expressed frustration over the perceived complacency of Nigerians in the face of ongoing economic challenges. In an interview with Igbere TV, Amaechi criticized the lack of proactive responses from the populace, particularly the youth, regarding the rising cost of living. Amaechi, who previously served as the governor of Rivers State, noted that he anticipated a surge of protests from young people demanding action against the deteriorating economic conditions. He said,  “People should be angry because you cannot see a group of people stealing your money without doing anything. I am really angry with…

Bashir Ahmad, an ex-aide to former President Muhammadu Buhari, in a veiled criticism against President Bola Tinubu’s administration for the biting economic hardship in the country, has said that many Nigerians are struggling silently. Ahmad wrote on X: “Truly, many people are struggling silently in these times of critical economic hardship. They shouldn’t have to beg or show their need for our support. Let’s extend a helping hand to as many people as we can, even when they don’t ask for it. Small acts of kindness can make a big difference. Encourage those in your circle to also do the…

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, has again jerked up the pump price of the Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, also known as petrol to N1,030 per litre. The development was observed by our correspondent at some NNPCL outlets in Abuja on Wednesday. Darelasisisonline.com gathered that the recent development came after the NNPCL decided to terminate its exclusive purchase agreement with Dangote Refinery. This means the NNPCL will no longer be the sole off-taker, and marketers can now negotiate prices directly with Dangote Refinery. In the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, the product was previously sold for N897 per liter. Our correspondent…

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has strongly condemned the recent increase in fuel prices, describing it as an aberration that undermines the principles of a deregulated market. The NLC stated that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), a government-owned entity, should not be the sole arbiter of fuel prices in a sector that is supposedly open to market forces. In a statement released by NLC President, Joe Ajaero, the union demanded an immediate reversal of the fuel price hike, emphasizing that past increases have not led to any tangible benefits for the Nigerian populace. The statement titled “What next…

American President, Joe Biden on Tuesday  said that the his country was “fully supportive” of Israel after Iran’s ballistic missile attacks, describing Tehran’s assault as “defeated and ineffective.” Biden said he would now discuss with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about how to respond to Iran, but that it remained to be seen what shape that response would take. “The attack appears to have been defeated and ineffective, and this is a testament to Israeli military capability and the US military,” Biden told reporters at the White House. “Make no mistake, the United States is fully, fully, fully supportive of…

Iran has launched a missile attack against the State of Israel The Israel Defense Forces, IDF, stated this on Tuesday, warning residents to seek safe shelter. Fox News reports that the IDF warned citizens to remain alert and follow instructions from the Home Front Command. “Upon hearing a siren, you must enter a protected space and remain there until further notice,” the IDF said. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said this latest barrage of missiles is in retaliation for the killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Recall that an Israeli airstrike also killed Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran in…

Former President of the United States of America, Donald Trump has said that President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are to blame for Iran’s attack on Israel. The development comes after the Israel Defense Forces, IDF, announced that Iran had launched a missile attack against Israel. IDF said Iran fired hundreds of projectiles although there were no initial reports of casualties. However, Fox News reports that Trump insisted that Biden’s administration’s policies have enriched the Islamic Republic. “Joe Biden and Kamala Harris made Iran rich in a very short period of three and a half years,” Trump told supporters…