Nigerians caught between new tax regime and high petrol cost, by Adekunle Adekoya
HAPPY New Year to all Nigerians, especially those who read this newspaper and this column. The year that ended about 48 hours ago was one hell of a year, by way of experience, particularly for those of us in Nigeria. On the political front, it was as interesting as ever, what with shameless defections from opposition parties […]
Between prestige projects and human capital development
By EBUKA UKOH A nation is not sold in one dramatic transaction. Such is done quietly, piece by piece, project by project, and budget line by budget line. A sale happens whenever public responsibility shrinks, and private comfort expands without shame. Any student of history is fed up with the performance – year after year, party […]
Oloruntoba redefines technical leadership for women
By Ebunoluwa Sessou In an industry often characterised by speed, hype and technical bravado, Faith Oloruntoba is charting a different path, one defined by clarity, usability and human-centred innovation. In a statement, Faith with a background in product design, marketing and communication, revealed that she has built a leadership style rooted in integration and practical […]
73rd Eyo Festival: When Lagos turned white
By Tayo Ogunbiyi On Saturday, 27th December 2025, history was made at the historic Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Onikan, Lagos Island, as the Lagos State government hosted the 73rd edition of the iconic Eyo Festival. Renowned as a sacred emblem of Lagos’ ancestry, royal heritage, and cultural identity, the festival had in attendance distinguished personalities, […]
Tax reforms align Nigeria with global best practices — NDYC
By Dapo Akinrefon The Niger Delta Youth Congress, NDYC, has expressed support for the Federal Government’s newly introduced tax regime, describing it as a necessary step toward strengthening Nigeria’s fiscal framework and ensuring long-term economic sustainability. The NDYC, in a statement by its National Coordinator, Mr Israel Uwejeyan, said the tax reforms being implemented under […]
Bianca Ojukwu: Anambra community berates Soludo over chieftaincy title
By Innocent Anaba The concerned sons and daughters of Awka Ancient Kingdom, in the capital of Anambra State, along with supporters of Igbo cultural heritage, have tackled the state government for deriding a chieftaincy title conferred on the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu in the town. The group rejected and condemned […]
