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SYNW Celebrates TM Aluko’s 105th Posthumous Birthday
The Society of Young Nigerian Writers (SYNW) proudly commemorates the 105th posthumous birthday of the late T.M. Aluko, a renowned Nigerian author and literary icon. This celebration serves as a testament to Aluko’s enduring contributions to Nigerian literature and his profound impact on generations of readers and writers.
T.M. Aluko’s literary legacy is adorned with numerous notable works, including the critically acclaimed novels “One Man, One Wife” (1959), “One Man, One Matchet” (1964), “Kinsman and Foreman” (1966), “Chief the Honourable Minister” (1970), and “His Worshipful Majesty” (1973). Through his eloquent storytelling and vivid depiction of Nigerian society, Aluko captured the essence of the nation’s cultural and socio-political landscape.
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In addition to his fictional works, Aluko shared his life experiences through autobiographical books. In 1994, he published “My Years of Service,” an illuminating account of his endeavors as an engineer and university teacher. Furthermore, in his later autobiography, “The Story of My Life” (2007), Aluko delved deeper into his childhood and his experiences as a civil servant, providing readers with a more comprehensive understanding of his remarkable journey.
The President of the Society of Young Nigerian Writers, Wole Adedoyin, expressed his admiration for T.M. Aluko’s literary prowess, stating, “Aluko’s contributions to Nigerian literature are immeasurable. His works continue to inspire and enlighten young writers, encouraging them to embrace their creative talents and contribute to the growth of our literary heritage.”
Although T.M. Aluko is no longer with us, his literary achievements and profound influence on the Nigerian literary scene continue to resonate. His works have been instrumental in shaping the discourse on social, political, and cultural issues, reflecting the aspirations and struggles of the Nigerian people.
As the Society of Young Nigerian Writers celebrates T.M. Aluko’s 105th posthumous birthday, it acknowledges his enduring literary legacy and pays homage to his invaluable contributions to the enrichment of Nigerian literature. The SYNW urges young Nigerian writers to draw inspiration from Aluko’s body of work and strive to make their own indelible mark in the literary world.
The Society of Young Nigerian Writers is a vibrant literary organization that seeks to promote reading, writing, and literary excellence among young Nigerians. It provides a platform for aspiring writers to develop their skills, share their work, and engage in literary discourse. The SYNW organizes literary events, workshops, and competitions to foster a thriving literary community in Nigeria.
The Supreme Court has overturned the Court of Appeal’s decision that recognised Julius Abure as the National Chairman of the Labour Party (LP). In a decisive ruling, a five-member panel declared that the Court of Appeal lacked the legal authority to determine the party’s leadership matters.
In a unanimous verdict, the highest court in the land stated that the Court of Appeal had no jurisdiction over the matter. The panel observed that since the case revolved around the internal leadership structure of the Labour Party, it fell outside the jurisdiction of the courts.
The ruling reinforced the long-standing principle that leadership disputes within political parties should be resolved internally, rather than through judicial intervention.
The Supreme Court stressed that leadership struggles within political parties are purely internal matters. According to legal principles, courts should not interfere in such issues, as they fall under the party’s constitution and governance framework. By upholding this legal doctrine, the apex court reaffirmed that political parties must settle their leadership crises independently.
The Supreme Court upheld the appeal lodged by Senator Nenadi Usman and a fellow appellant, ruling that their claims were valid. Their appeal challenged the earlier judgment, arguing that it was flawed due to jurisdictional overreach. After thorough legal scrutiny, the Supreme Court found merit in their argument and ruled in their favour.
The legal battle also involved a cross-appeal filed by supporters of Julius Abure, who sought to challenge the decision against their leader. However, the Supreme Court dismissed this cross-appeal, declaring it unsubstantiated and lacking merit. The ruling effectively ended the legal contest over the Labour Party’s chairmanship, cementing the judiciary’s stance on non-interference in party leadership disputes.
Bitcoin experienced sharp fluctuations following President Donald Trump’s April 2 tariff announcement, initially surging to $88,000 before dropping to $82,000.
By April 3, it stabilized around $83,000, with the broader crypto market down over 4%. Major altcoins like Ethereum and Solana also declined over 6%, hitting multi-month lows.
Analysts see the tariff news as reducing market uncertainty, potentially attracting institutional investors.
Despite higher-than-expected rates, experts believe the clarity could help Bitcoin regain momentum toward $90,000. Bitcoin ETFs, led by BlackRock, recorded $218 million in inflows on April 2, reversing prior outflows.
Kraken’s Thomas Perfumo challenged the idea that institutional interest stabilizes crypto, emphasizing that volatility signals demand for a scarce asset.
Some analysts viewed the sell-off as an overreaction to trade policy concerns, highlighting Bitcoin’s resilience as a store of value.
With ETFs showing strong demand, Bitcoin’s price may stabilize and rise, though market participants remain cautious, monitoring trade policies and economic conditions.
Violent clashes between pastoralist groups and settled farming communities have long been a challenge in South Sudan.
However, the recent outbreak of violence in the northern Ruweng Administrative Area has further heightened concerns over the nation’s fragile peace. At least 30 people lost their lives after an armed youth group launched a brutal attack on a northern South Sudanese town, according to local officials.
The incident, linked to an escalating cattle raid, saw the town briefly fall under the control of the attackers before security forces regained control.
The violence began when a group of armed youth stole lambs earlier in the week. Security forces quickly intervened, forcing the raiders to retreat. However, instead of dispersing, the group reorganised and launched a more aggressive attack on Abiemnom the following day.
Local Minister of Information, Simon Chol Mialith, confirmed that despite resistance from local youth and security personnel, the town was overrun by the Mayom armed youth. The attack led to significant casualties and destruction before security forces were able to reclaim the town.
On Wednesday, the South Sudan People’s Defence Force (SSPDF) successfully pushed the attackers out, restoring a semblance of calm. However, the scale of the destruction was already severe, with over 40 individuals injured in addition to the fatalities.
Although reports suggest that some of the deceased were members of the armed groups, official confirmation remains pending.
The attack comes at a time of growing instability in South Sudan, with tensions between forces loyal to President Salva Kiir and First Vice President Riek Machar intensifying. This political rivalry threatens to unravel the delicate 2018 peace agreement that ended the nation’s five-year civil war.
Since gaining independence in 2011, South Sudan has struggled with continuous unrest. Despite its vast oil resources, the country remains impoverished, with conflicts like these exacerbating economic and social difficulties.