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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From Battlefield to Dismissal: The Story of ‘Soja Boi’ Who Dared Politicians to Send Their Kids to War

A viral video showing Lance Corporal Rotimi Olamilekan, sometimes known as Soja Boi, has sparked controversy after he…

6 Must-Visit Historic/Tourist Sites in Osun

Osun is one of 36 states in Nigeria. It's a state in southwest Nigeria. Osun, the state of…

Students’ unionism, the politics of ‘over-graduates’ and ‘yahoo boys’

Students' unionism has long practiced the 'Baba Isale' politics. The situation would change if it (Baba Isale politics)…

April 8: Today in history, Nigeria ex-president’s daughter, Iyabo Obasanjo charged with graft, other events

Nigeria ex-president's daughter charged with graft Deadly bombing marred attempt at Nigerian poll, killed eight Bomb killed at…

Empty plates, chicken-less foods, school fees fears: How “Common” Nigerians celebrated 2026 Easter amid hardship

Many Nigerians had worse experiences throughout the Easter holiday. Some people celebrated the holiday season without 'chickens', while…

Iwoye-Ijesa: Inside Nigeria’s street, where natives live, visitors dare not cut wood or pound yam in the evening

In a particular street, it is forbidden for locals or guests to cut wood or pound yam after…

EXPOSÉ: How Yorubas bury albinos, hunchbacks, pregnant women

A preliminary inquiry by WITHIN NIGERIA revealed that albinos, hunchbacks, and pregnant women are also buried in secret.…

April 7, Today in Nigeria history, many killed as vigilantes, bandits clashed in Katsina

Many killed as vigilantes, bandits clashed in Katsina According to Ronald Reagan, history teaches that war begins when…

FACT CHECK: Did JAMB postpone 2026 UTME?

A press release surfaced on social media, widely distributed, and circulated on WhatsApp via a screenshot, stating that…

Yemi Ayebo Solomon: Star of ‘Yemi My Lover’, the Jackie Chan and Amitabh Bachchan of the Yoruba film industry

When elders say, "Tomorrow is pregnant, and no one knows what it will deliver," they are reflecting on…

Inside Nigeria’s town where masquerades or magicians dare not transform into Erè (Phyton)

As you read or hear Yoruba tales of our warriors or forebearers, you will be amazed and start…

JAPA: ‘Germany, France, …’ – Top 10 Stress-Free Visa Nations for Nigerians

Nigeria's projected population is 250 million, with few possibilities. Many Nigerians crave greener pastures, such as professional advancement…

Why traditional bone setters collect “cocks” prior to treating patients with damaged bones

In response to allegations that traditional bone setters collect "cocks" from those who suffered taumatic arm or limb…

PHOTOS: Meet ‘Key Figures’ of NADECO – Champions of Nigerian Democracy

NADECO is an acronym of the National Democratic Coalition. It was a pro-democracy organization founded on May 15,…

ESA-OKE: ‘Military game village turns crime village’ as a billion-naira project rots away

Sad tales surrounding the proposed Armed Forces School, Games Village Esa-Oke, now 'abandoned,’ which was facilitated by Oluwole…