Posts by solomon2day
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- Conflict Analyst
Interests and hobbies: Reading, Travelling and Meeting People
About the author Solomon Adewunmi attended Local Authority Primary School, 1A, Osho-Drive, Olodi-Apapa, Lagos(October 1976-June,1982), and Sinclair Grammar School(October 1982-July1985 and Ibadan Grammar School(September, 1985-June, 1987. He is a graduate of the University of Lagos, where he studied Sociology. He graduated in October, 1992. He was a reporter, Senior Reporter(News) and Assistant News Editor of The Nigerian Tribune between August 1999 and June 2002. After voluntarily resigning his position as Assistant News Editor of the Nigerian Tribune, he was hired as a Correspondent by Insider weekly magazine, a Lagos based general interest magazine. He was there from June 2002 to December, 2007. He was again hired by Scroll Nigeria, also a Lagos based weekly news magazine as a Correspondent. A position he held from December, 2007 to December, 2009. Still on the move, he was engaged by the Pulse magazine in December, 2009 as a Senior Correspondent. And in January, 2010 he was promoted Assistant Editor. He is a member Economist Intelligence Unit, Global Executive Forum, The Economist, London. Solomon is also a member of the International Association of Religion Journalists(IARJ) Solomon also possesses the following : * BBC/EC CERTIFICATE IN NEWS JOURNALISM (FEB. 2001) * CERTIFICATE IN ARTS AND CULTURE CRITICISM (NANTAP MAY 2001) * CERITIFICATE IN PEACE JOURNALISM (JUSTICE,DEVELOPMENT AND PEACE COMMISSION) *CERTIFICATE IN CONFLICT ANALYSIS[UNITED STATES INSTITUTE OF PEACE ONLINE TRAINING PROGRAMME, OCT.2004] *CERTIFICATE IN INTERFAITH CONFLICT RESOLUTION( UNITED STATES INSTITUTE OF PEACE, JAN. 2009). In addition he has the following professional awards : 1. NIGERIA UNION OF JOURNALISTS (NUJ), OYO STATE COUNCIL, REPORTER OF THE YEAR AWARD (PRINT) FOR YEAR 2000. 2. NUJ, OYO STATE COUNCIL, COURT./CRIME REPORTER OF THE YEAR, 2000. 3. COMMENDATION LETTER FROM THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE NIGERIAN MEDIA MERIT AWARD (NMMA) IN THE CATEGORY OF ERNEST SESEIIKOLI’S PRIZE FOR NEWSPAPER REPORTER OF THE YEAR 1999/2000 4. COMMENDATION LETTER FROM THE MANAGEMENT OF AFRICAN NEWSPAPER OF NIGERIA PLC. FOR EXCLUSIVE STORIES JUNE, 2000. 5. NUJ, OYO STATE COUNCIL, REPORTER OF THE YEAR 2001 6. NUJ, OYO STATE COUNCIL, INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER OF THE YEAR 2001.
Favorite quote:
Be as you wish to seem
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The Light
- By solomon2day
- On 03/04/2025
- In Solomon's Column
The light at the end of the tunnel for the vulnerable and poor. -
Fellowship with God
- By solomon2day
- On 09/03/2025
- In Solomon's Column
Believers who sustain a very close fellowship with God have all it takes to neutralize the most oppressive darkness and adverse situations.The Local Scene
Education ministries in the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory ought to make public the disturbing standard of education.
The present situation is hopeless, as pupils and students exhibit traits that are very strange in educational institutions.
The attitude of those in charge is that of helplessness, as learning takes the back seat across Nigeria.
Sharp practices have overwhelmed most educational institutions, despite the huge investment in the education sector.
The noticeable oddity everywhere is the sight of criminals in school uniforms, while society carries on as if this is now the norm.
Read God's Word(All correspondence to solomon1day@gmail.com)
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The Lose of a Firm Grip
- By solomon2day
- On 07/03/2025
- In Solomon's Column
Those in charge are now face to face with the reality of happenings in different parts of the country, which has so far contradicted their laid-out plans.This is the major reason that nature can never be manipulated by humanity.
Indeed, there are unpredictable times ahead, as most of those responsible for good governance have lost a firm grip on the disturbing situation.
The make-believe position is no longer tenable, as events continue to unfold on a daily basis.
Justice, fairness and equality all contribute to economic development , in a sane society.
Injustice to one, is injustice to all.
All correspondence to solomon1day@gmail.com
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Chief Nzeakor is still President Ohaneze Ndigbo-P.A Late Eze(Dr.)Anozie)
- By solomon2day
- On 06/03/2025
- In News
Chief Emmanuel Ndidi Nzeakor is still the president of the Oyo state chapter of the Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide
This declaration was made on Thursday by the personal assistant to the late Ezendigbo of Ibadan and Oyo state, Eze(Dr.)Alex Anozie, Mr. Samuel Ulelu''We don' have any new president, we don't know the person claiming to be the new president. They formed a political group to distract people from the reality in Ibadan and Oyo state.''
''Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide in Oyo state, is led by the president, Chief Emmanuel Nzeakor. So, any other person parading himself is taking a risk and doing so at his own peril. They only formed the group to deceive people and not to better the lives of the Igbo community in the state.'' Mr. Ulelu concluded.
He also appealed to President Ahmed Tinubu to order the unconditional release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra(IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, saying the president believes that Nigeria is united. If the president so believes that the South East region is part of Nigeria, he should order the release of Mazi Kanu. This is to douse the tension in the Southeast. This will ameliorate the suffering of South Easterners. I am pleading that Mazi Nnamdi Kanu should be given an unconditional pardon.''
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Remembrance - Mrs. B.A ADEWUMI (1938-2006)
- By solomon2day
- On 06/03/2025
- In Solomon's Column
Your teachings revolved around discipline, obedience, humility, transparency, integrity, honesty, firmness in the face of intimidation, threats and attacks, the rule of law and due process among several other guidelines for good and successful living.
8th March, 2025 will make it 19 years ago that you left this sin filled and wicked world.
The evil doers will never go unpunished.
You are still in our minds
Continue to rest in the bossom of the Lord
Mrs. Victoria Ande
Mrs. Hannah Mujakperuo
Solomon Adetayo Adewunmi
For and on behalf of
The Adewumi family
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The Teachings of Jesus Christ
- By solomon2day
- On 02/03/2025
- In Solomon's Column
Jesus Christ taught about God through stories and parables.From the teachings of Jesus, we learn all that God requires from us.
The expectation is that, having understood the teachings of Jesus, we will do what is right and proper all the time.
Read Matthew 7
The Local Scene
The leadership choice was founded and established on the foundation of indiscipline, lawlessness, and criminality.
This is the major reason why decision-making from expected quarters has become not only a national embarrassment but also a stain on the reputation of an acclaimed role model in Africa.
The citizenry, a significant number still hope to be literate, have no other option but to replicate the absurd at every level of government presence.
Ordinarily, a faulty education results in impediments in governance, regardless of challenges that persist in the face of identified solutions.
The destructive effects of a faulty education are everywhere for discerning minds to observe.
Indeed, the increasing number of illiterates and the surge in, ritual killings and kidnappings are all fallout and true reflections of a faulty education and the debatable choice of leadership.
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Hearts harder than rock
- By solomon2day
- On 17/02/2025
- In Solomon's Column
The people are now aware of the nocturnal conspiracy that persists in the offices of the ''wicked rulers'' of all levels of government.Heinous acts are directed and ordered with a single stroke of the pen.
The lives of millions have been converted to dice by the leadership, even as men of God relentlessly expose those who scheme and cheat from hearts that are harder than rock.
Read Judges 5:19
The Local Scene
Those in charge are pressing on with policies that are anything but people-friendly, despite the loud outcry of millions of citizens.
Surprisingly, the personalities involved revolve around threats, harassment, intimidation, and attacks through those that are responsible for the protection of lives and property.
Curiously, the dictatorial attitude of the leadership has already attracted prompt measures from those whose approach to leadership is hinged on integrity, transparency and accountability.
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Our Needs
- By solomon2day
- On 11/02/2025
- In Solomon's Column
Elijah the prophet spoke out when the kings led their people off the track.He also taught the people of Israel all they needed to know about the Lord.
Elijah alerted King Ahab of the imminent drought in the land, and afterwards, he went away to Zarephath, where God, through a widow, provided for all his needs.
In times of need, God will show you His care and love by providing for all your needs.
Read 1 Kings 18:1
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The Local Scene
Homosexuality, sodomy, pedophilia, defilement, rape among others have become worrisome crimes against humanity.
Young children have long been initiated into these crimes, and they have now accepted them as ways of life.
Olorunsogo, Molete, Molusi, Onafunwa Solanke, Oshodi, Aluko, Scout Camp, and Felele are all communities in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, where crime and criminality have now been integrated as the norms and values.
However, the presence of adults in these communities exposes the origin of these social vices.
Accusing fingers are pointing to the choice of leadership that feigns ignorance over the rot that is everywhere.
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Good Deeds
- By solomon2day
- On 07/02/2025
- In Solomon's Column
Support online news website- Liberty PortDevelop the act of doing good always. Make it a habit.
Good deeds are good reflections of your background and upbringing.
Let people notice the good in you. Read Psalms 119:68
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Living Wages-Workers in Nigeria are in deep shock-Comrade Emelieze
- By solomon2day
- On 05/02/2025
- In Solomon's Column
Workers in both the public and private sectors of all sectors of the economy in Nigeria are yet to attain the acceptable state of mind to guarantee unimpeded productivity.Living wages and human-friendly conditions of service boost efficiency, effectiveness, and diligence in economies that value the worth of their workforce.
However, lamentations, complaints, grumblings, and arguments have for so long characterized the approach of workers to the scheme of things.
Sadly, the multiple effects of the obvious disregard for the workforce have manifested in all sectors of the economy.
Comrade Andrew Emelieze is the convener of the All Workers Convergence and Federal Workers Forum.
Comrade Emelieze laments that the situation is almost hopeless, just as he calls on those in charge to salvage the country's helpless workers.
''The new national minimum wage is nothing to write home about. Workers in Nigeria are in a state of confusion over the implementation of the N70,000 minimum wage. The amount that was added to our salaries is inconsequential, demeaning, and equally exploitative.
Federal workers are still in deep shock as the January salaries were reduced, the annual increment is missing, the so-called N40,000 consequential adjustment minimum wage was withheld, and there is no readily available explanation from the federal government. Moreover, 5 months of wage award arrears are yet to be paid, and promotion arrears are still being expected in addition to so many other arrears. Surprisingly, just as December salaries were delayed, some ministries, departments, and agencies are yet to receive January salaries.'' Comrade Emelieze revealed.
Indeed, those who worship God and mammon simultaneously are already blaming themselves and their sponsors.
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One God
- By solomon2day
- On 03/02/2025
- In Solomon's Column
It is imperative that we learn and practice all that is right. We must learn how to live as God's covenant people to pave the way for an unhindered worship of God with our whole hearts.
Read Deuteronomy 5:1-15, 6:4, 5.
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Develop the potentials of young Nigerians-Prof, Olagoke
- By solomon2day
- On 29/01/2025
- In News
Parents and guardians are very worried that their children and wards are no longer exhibiting tendencies that will positively impact the economy.Social vices, deviant behavior, and immorality are now the indicators in different parts of the country.
To this extent, the founder, spiritual head, and Gand Imam and spiritual head of Shafaudeen Worldwide, Prof. Sabitu Olagoke, passionately appealed to the federal government to identify and develop the skills of young Nigerians to ensure the revival of the country's economy.
Prof. Olagoke made this appeal on Tuesday in a paper titled ''BURY NOT THE TALENTS OF OUR CHILDREN'' at the Shafaudeen 2025 INTERDISCIPLINARY PLENARY SESSION in Ibadan, Nigeria.
''The federal government must create an enabling environment for skills development for our children to be able to compete in the competitive global market. The age of Prof. Sabur at 19, Dorothy Jan at 17 for Ph.D., and Ester Okade Ph.D. at 16 has shown that resilient Nigerian children can achieve so high if we embrace their talents to aim for greatness regardless of our age—young or old. Let us work towards the UN definition of sustainable development as a function of good governance without compromising the abilities of the young people to develop at their own pace.''
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Become a Positive Influence
- By solomon2day
- On 26/01/2025
- In Solomon's Column
Regardless of your age or how insignificant you are, you can be a positive influence for the Lord. -
The Armor of God
- By solomon2day
- On 23/01/2025
- In Solomon's Column
The times are full of evil, diabolism and fetish practices. To ward off evil, put on the Armor of God -
Violent Crimes-The Position of Spectators
- By solomon2day
- On 20/01/2025
- In Solomon's Column
The consensus among Nigerians is that the arms build-up in different parts of the country has its background woven around the aspirations of actors in the socio-political scene in the land.The arms build-up festers side by side poverty, hunger, and brigandage, while the land has over time become fertile for trading in illegal arms with evil deeds as the major focus.
Indeed, state actors are familiar with the negative effects of injustice, inequality, nepotism, and favoritism but are, sadly, handicapped by self-centered interests and incurable greed.
Interestingly, the competition for power and privilege has resulted in the loss of precious lives and the wanton destruction of the properties of innocent and harmless citizens.
The major functions of state actors is now the debate among mllons of Nigerans
The illegal influx of arms and ammunition has continued unabated through constitutional and unconstitutional channels with the active connivance of those who ought to be well-informed on security matters.
As violent crimes soar nationwide through the use of sophisticated weapons, those in charge have adopted the position of spectators to the amazement and chagrin of Nigerians.
Indeed, the scooping of petrol at truck accident locations and scavenging in refuse dumps are now te response of Nigerians to the hunger ad poverty in te land.
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Coercion in the face of economic hardships
- By solomon2day
- On 16/01/2025
- In Solomon's Column
Millions of Nigerians are hopeful that the year 2025 will bring in its stride abundance and prosperity.Although they are mindful of the fact that up till this moment, coercion, manipulation, and deceit are among the hallmarks of governance.
Despite the glaring setbacks and failures in most sectors of the economy, political officeholders insist that all is well. Curiously, this is not so.
For the spokesperson of the Federal Workers Forum, Comrade Andrew Emelieze, Nigerians are hoping that the economic hardships will melt away this year.
''What we hope for is not just by saying we hope for the best, but rather the disappearance of the economic hardships everywhere. Workers are expecting the government to effect an immediate upward review of the N70,000 minimum wage, which is obviously a slave wage. The government should also review the National Housing Fund, which is yet to benefit workers; the same should also be done for the pensions of retirees.'' Comrade Emelieze stated.
The worrisome situation in the country now revolves around leadership failure, illiteracy, ignorance, lawlessness, indiscipline, immorality, criminality, and evil, among others.
Sadly, the acts of commission and omission by those in charge suggest that Nigeria is no longer practicing democracy.
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Evil Times
- By solomon2day
- On 11/01/2025
- In Solomon's Column
Satanic occurrences in different parts of Nigeria in this dispensation are on the increase due to the complicity of those in charge.Indeed, ritual killings and unnatural deaths pervade the landscape while grief-stricken families and relatives mourn their loved ones without consolation.
Surprisingly, those in charge carry on as if nothing tragic happened.
This is sad.
Of worry, however, is the seeming absence of humanity in a sizable number of Nigerians cutting across social status, religious persuasions, and ethnic leanings. Why is this so?
The spokesperson of the Federal Workers Forum, Comrade Andrew Emelieze, says that it has to do with the complicity of those in public offices and the mindset of the citizens.
''It is everywhere, oddities and strange happenings involving human lives. This dispensation has been characterized by difficult-to-explain deaths. These happenings are not natural. Fetish and diabolic incidents continue to occur without decisive efforts to curtail the same. The insinuation is that those in charge are complicit. So much human blood has been shed for unknown purposes. This is disturbing and a great source of concern for Nigerians.
Strange deaths occur daily in different parts of the country, and those in charge carry on as if it is normal; it is not normal, Comrade Emelieze stated.
The evil times are here, and the evil that men do live with them.
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Turn a new leaf-Nigerian Teachers to Pupils and Students
- By solomon2day
- On 07/01/2025
- In News
Pupils and students in Nigeria have been called upon to turn a new leaf as public primary and secondary schools resume for the second term in Nigeria.This call was made on Tuesday by the chairman of the Oyo state wing of the Nigeria Union of Teachers(NUT), Comrade Raji Oladimeji.
''When schools resume for a new term from time immemorial, the turn out of pupils and students has always been very low because they want to avoid menial tasks that herald the new term-cutting of overgrown weeds, general cleaning-toilets, staff room, desks and benches and so on. For some days, the turn-out is not always impressive, in the new term they should turn a new leaf.'' Comrade Oladimeji counseled.
The NUT chairman maintained that the recruitment of suitable and qualified teachers in certain states was timely, adding, ''Now the distribution of newly recruited teachers has commenced.''
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Criminality:The Complicity of Those in charge
- By solomon2day
- On 30/12/2024
- In Solomon's Column
In a society where justice and the rule of law prevail, the necessary must be done to affected stakeholders who promote crime and criminality.The community leaders, members of the Landlords and Tenants Association, law enforcement agents /agencies, and residents of Olorunsogo, Molete, Molusi, Solanke, Oyegbami, Oshodi, Scout Camp, Aluko/Barracks, and Felele communities in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, who sponsored hoodlums wielding stones, machetes, and iron rods to attack and injure a resident of 3, Kehinde Aderibigbe Street, Olorunsogo, Molete, ought to be brought to justice.
Sadly, this is not the case.
These attacks were on several occasions and continue up to this moment.
Indeed, impunity in the above-mentioned communities and several others is the order of the day and way of life.
Interestingly, cultists have now gained prominence and recognition in these communities, since the leadership at all levels not only in these communities, but at all levels of government, is favorably disposed to criminality.
In addition, those behind the vandalization and looting of 3, Kehinde Aderibigbe Street, Olorunsogo, Molete are still walking the streets freely, full of boasts, and acting persistently with impunity.
Why is this so?
On Tuesday, 4th October, the criminals, with the consent of other residents, forced the door of the resident of 3, Kehinde Aderibigbe Street, Olorunsogo, Molete, open and made away with valuables.
Perhaps crime and criminality are now a means to several ends for those in charge, who may have severed ties with the attributes of good and focused leadership.
The relevant law enforcement agencies are well aware of the reign of crime and criminality at Molusi, Solanke, Oyegbami, Olorunsogo, Molete, Oshodi, Aluko, Scout Camp, Felele, and several other communities in Ibadan, Oyo State.
However, the mode of recruitment and quality of training for these uniformed personnel has attracted an unending debate.
But probably due to the involvement of some of the law enforcement agents with the cultists who perpetrate heinous and grievous crimes, little or nothing has been done to reverse the worrisome situation.
This is even as there are several unreported heart-rending cases, that may have been swept under the carpet.
Since the law enforcement agencies have the responsibility to ensure the safety of lives and property, the unending reign of terror by these cultists, who openly threaten to kill those who question their activities leaves much to be desired.
A point of reference is one ' Samba', a barber, whose barbing shop is among the block of shops located in front of a building at the Aluko/Barracks, Felele/Scout camp/Oshodi Street junction.
He openly threatens to kill people while at the same time boasting of his connection with some officers and rank and file of the Police.
Indeed, owners of beer parlors, Ogogoro joints, hotels, and a sizable number of shops in these communities are ready accomplices of these cultists in these communities.
From 2019 till date, an unspecified number of human lives have been lost with no traces of those who are to be held responsible and accountable.
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Strange happenings in Nigeria: unnatural-Comrade Emelieze
- By solomon2day
- On 26/12/2024
- In News
Satanic occurrences in different parts of Nigeria in this dispensation are on the increase due to the complicity of those in charge.
This assertion was made by the spokesperson of the Federal Workers Forum, Comrade Andrew Emelieze.
''It is everywhere, oddities and strange happenings involving human lives. This dispensation has been characterized by difficult-to-explain deaths. These happenings are not natural. Fetish and diabolic incidents continue to occur without decisive efforts to curtail the same. The insinuation is that those in charge are complicit. So much human blood has been shed for unknown purposes. This is disturbing and a great source of concern for Nigerians.
Strange deaths occur daily in different parts of the country, and those in charge carry on as if it is normal; it is not normal,Comrade Emelieze stated.
