NYCN Ijebu-Ode Demands Immediate Government Action Over Recurring Offensive Odour By InfoCity News The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Ijebu-Ode Chapter, has called on the Ogun State Government and relevant environmental agencies to urgently address the recurring offensive odour being experienced across parts of Ijebu-Ode and its environs. The call follows the circulation of a public awareness flyer highlighting growing concerns among residents over the persistent unpleasant smell, which has reportedly returned to the town and continues to affect daily life. Speaking on the development, the Coordinator of NYCN Ijebu-Ode Chapter, Comrade Odunowo Adebola, described the situation as a serious environmental and public health concern that requires immediate government intervention. He warned that the recurring odour can no longer be dismissed as a mere inconvenience, stressing that it poses potential risks to residents, particularly children, the elderly, pregnant women, and other...
A Bleeding Democracy, A Rising Hope by Sen. Wale Kuku As we commemorate Democracy Day, we reflect on Nigeria's democratic journey, one marked by resilience, sacrifice, progress, and challenges. While our democracy has endured and matured, it continues to bear the scars of poor governance, economic hardship, and unrealized aspirations. Yet, despite its wounds, democracy remains our surest path to national development and collective prosperity. As a student of the ideals of Chief Obafemi Awolowo, whose vision of people-centred governance continues to inspire me, I firmly believe that democracy must ultimately be measured by the welfare of the people. Elections alone do not define democratic success; the true dividends of democracy are found in quality education, economic opportunities, security, social justice, and improved living standards. As a nation, we must break the cycle of disjointed growth and embrace a shared vision for sustainable development. Leaders and citizens alike m...