By AUSTIN AIGBE  Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election is emerging as one of the most consequential political moments since the return to civilian rule in 1999, with the potential to shape Nigeria’s democratic future and influence regional stability in West Africa. Far more than a routine electoral cycle, the contest is a decisive test of democratic resilience, […]

Africa is in the vile grip of insecurity. This was the verdict of the African Union, AU, Heads of State 39th Summit which held on February 14, 2026 in Addis Ababa. This should call for a state of emergency. But this was not part of the Summit outcome. It was business as usual. In the first […]

After weeks of back-and-forth, the National Assembly just passed the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill into law. We all witnessed the legislative histrionics that attended the legislation, right up to its conclusion with its signing into law by the President. I call it legislative histrionics because it appears that as a collective, the National Assembly, comprising the […]

In a world increasingly defined by noise and division, the rare convergence of Ramadan and Lent offers a quiet but profound reminder: faith, at its core, calls humanity to reflection, restraint and renewal. This year, as Muslims begin the fasting month of Ramadan and Christians enter the solemn season of Lent at the same time, […]

CODAF and their partners, on Tuesday, February 17, unveiled its Brand Audit Report on the impact of plastic waste on the environment