Sodiq Lawal Chocomilo

Lawal Sodiq Adewale aka CHOCOMILO is an award winning journalist. Mail me at Chocomilo@withinnigeria.com. See full profile on Within Nigeria's TEAM PAGE
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The Significance of Erinle River in Ilobu: Uncovering the History Behind the Festival

Traditional worshippers, natives, and cultural enthusiasts stormed Ilobu—the town of Laarosin, a hunter and fearless Oyo warrior known…

JAMB: Should Age Be A Barrier? Experts Weigh In On University Admissions

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) on Wednesday, October 8, screened 176 underage candidates who scored high…

From CBN to Prison to Court: The Rise and Fall of Godwin Emefiele, ex-CBN Governor

Godwin Emefiele is a Nigerian politician, banker, and economist. The Lagos-born economic guru was also a former governor…

EXPLAINER: How And Why Herbert Macaulay Was Convicted Twice

President Bola Tinubu on October 9, 2025, granted presidential pardon to Herbert Macaulay, Mamman Vatsa, and Farouk Lawan,…

Who is ‘Joash Ojo Amupitan’? – Legal scholar and New INEC Chairman

The National Council of State has unanimously approved the appointment of Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan (SAN) as the…

Blessing CEO and IVD’s Long Road To A Love Story Marred By Controversy and Drama

Blessing Okoro Nkiruka better known as Blessing CEO, a blogger and therapist, and Ikechukwu Ogbonna, a celebrity auto…

Demand for Nnamdi Kanu’s release thickens over health conditions

As Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Independent People of Biafra (IPOB), continues to languish in the…

ASUU’s Long Road to Unmet Demands: Notable Strike Actions from 1999 to 2025

The Academic Staff Union of Universities, nicknamed “ASUU,” is one of the most vocal pressure groups in Nigeria.…

“Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD), Bahraini Dinar (BHD), Omani Rial (OMR), ….” – Top 10 currencies in the World

According to Merriam-Webster, currency can be defined as a medium of exchange or paper money in circulation. Analysts…

“Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, Bola Tinubu, Oshiomole,…” – Meet Nigerian politicians accused of certificate falsification

Falsification of age and certifications (academic and NYSC) has become a cancer in Nigeria's political landscape. Since the…

World Teachers’ Day: Private school teachers decry poor salary schemes, seek govt intervention

Every October 5 is World Teachers' Day. Several countries across the globe have come together to recognize it…

“Obafemi Awolowo, Ahmadu Bello, Nnamdi Azikiwe, ….” – Profiles of National Heroes highlighted by President Bola Tinubu at his 65th Independence Anniversary Speech

President Bola Tinubu, in his 65th Independence Day Broadcast, paid a glowing tribute to Nigeria’s founding fathers. He…

“Weak economy, infrastructure gap, security situation…” – Eight key points from Tinubu’s 65th Independence Day Broadcast

Many Nigerians have reflected on the country's current status as the country marks its 65th anniversary of independence.…

“Rasheed Ladoja, Muhammad Sani …” – Meet five (5) former Nigerian governors who became kings

Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja has been crowned the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. At the historic Mapo Hall, the former…

From Senate to Govt. House, Remand to Oke-Aremo: Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja’s arduous path to the throne as the 44th Olubadan

"Orí bá Ladoja sè o dí Olubadan" - Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja is now the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.…