Saturday, June 27, 2026

Father’s Day

June 21, 2026

Fathers lament inadequate appreciation despite huge sacrifices 

Mr Adeyemi said father don’t get enough accolades despite their heavy sacrifices and contributions toward the upkeep of their homes.

Father's Day Celebration Artwork
June 21, 2026

Father’s Day: Lagos DSVA praises fathers as safe home builders

The DSVA said, ““Fathers play powerful roles not only in providing, but in shaping values, building trust, and creating homes where everyone feels seen, safe, and protected.”

Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency
June 21, 2026

Father’s Day: Gov. Okpebholo urges parents to guide children against cultism, fraud

He said protecting children from crime, negative peer influence and moral decline would help add value to society.

Okpebholo
June 15, 2025

Tinubu silent on Benue massacre 24 hours after incident

Mr Tinubu took to his X handle on Sunday evening to celebrate Father’s Day.

Sleeping President Bola Tinubu
June 15, 2025

Father’s Day: First lady urges increased support for men

Mrs Tinubu said, “I salute all Nigerian fathers who dedicate themselves to raising confident, responsible and compassionate children.’’

Remi Tinubu
June 15, 2025

Ondo AG advocates care, appreciation for fathers on Father’s Day

The Ondo AGN decried the neglect of some fathers by their children/wards.

Father’s Day logo
June 16, 2024

Nigerians are bleeding, cleric tells Tinubu

The archbishop called on Mr Tinubu to take decisive action to address the hardship.

President Bola Tinubu
June 29, 2023

Titan and migrants; two tragedies, different stories

The wall-to-wall coverage of the implosion of The Titan and the short shrift that the deaths of over 500 migrants received…reecho the Shakespearean line about beggars.

Titan submersible and Migrant boat
June 8, 2023

What does it mean to be a father today?

On this Father’s Day, for example, if you’re nice, your son might even offer you a bottle of beer! The mere thought of it would make my father turn in his grave.

Silhouette of father with daughter and son