Babafemi Ojudu

A Lesson in Perseverance

In the run-up to King Sunny Ade’s 60th birthday—which I had the honour of sponsoring…

This is How We Kill Genius

I find it deeply troubling—and frankly, disappointing—the virulent mob outrage currently directed at a young…

We Can’t Pray Away Floods—It’s Time to Act

In recent weeks, Nigeria has once again been plunged into mourning. More than 200 lives…

The Road to the Past

Last week, I wrote about the past—the glorious era of our education system. It was…

The Stories That Shaped Us

Growing up in Nigeria, we were immersed in stories — not just bedtime tales or…

Ado Ekiti Honours One of its Own: A Tribute to Chief Tajudeen Oluyole Olusi

Tomorrow, in a ceremony that promises to blend the solemn grandeur of Ekiti tradition with…

Apepa or Arterial Blockage? The Urgency of Self-Care After 45

In many parts of our hinterland—and even in our cities—sudden death is often attributed to…

Yoruba Ronu!

I have pondered on this for a long time, and I must now give voice…

Celebrating Babarinsa’s Life of Purpose

On Friday, May 9th, friends, family, allies, colleagues, and compatriots will gather in the historic…

Babafemi Ojudu, Adventures of a Guerrilla Journalist: A Review

While going through this masterpiece capturing the experiences and travails of an older advocate for…