Oládèjo Afoláyan: A national treasure at 71, by Abiodun Komolafe   On December 15, 2025, Professor Michael Oládèjo Afoláyan celebrated his seventy-first year on the Planet Earth.   No doubt about it, Afoláyan has led a life of profound meaning, a life defined by discipline and a steadfast commitment to the “straight and narrow”. His sterling contributions to linguistics and education are not merely academic milestones, they are essential blueprints for Nigeria’s national development. ​ Read also: Osun APC, Tinubu’s hand and the Ides of March, by Abiodun Komolafe Born in the cocoa-growing community of...