Process as Policy: Why Nigeria’s 2025 Licensing Round signals new era for energy industry

By Abayomi Awobokun The conclusion of Nigeria’s 2025 Licensing Round represents far more than the award of upstream acreage. It marks another significant milestone in the evolution of Nigeria’s petroleum industry and reinforces an important truth: strong institutions and transparent processes are the foundation upon which sustainable investment is built. For decades, Nigeria possessed some of […]
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NAFDAC: NASS urged to expedite passage of Alcohol Control Bill

ABUJA – THE Renevlyn Development Initiative, RDI, yesterday, urged the National Assembly to expedite passage of the National Alcohol Control Policy Bill to support the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, in its nationwide enforcement of the ban on sale of alcoholic beverages packaged in sachets and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles.

Generalist-professional controversy in the civil service: Reform options for Nigeria

By Tunji Olaopa In this piece, I want to pay critical attention to the reform significance of the relationship between what has been called the “cult of the generalists,” on the one hand, and the necessity for more of a cadre of specialists or professionals given the imperative demand of the knowledge age, on the […]

My projects are for very smart, intelligent people – Jide Awobona

By Ayo Onikoyi Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Jide Awobona, has said his creative projects are targeted at a smart and intelligent audience. Awobona made this known while featuring as a guest on Conversations With Kenni, hosted by media personality, Kehinde Ajose. Speaking about his creative works, the actor said he creates projects that appeal to […]

I always wanted people to discover other sides of me — Motunde Sogunle

By Ayo Onikoyi Actress and compere, Motunde Sogunle, who is popular for her portrayal of Motunde, the fictional daughter of social media comedian, Mr Macaroni, has revealed that she has always wanted audiences to discover the different sides of her beyond the popular character. Speaking in an interview with Potpourri, she said, “I haven’t left […]

STATE POLICE IN NIGERIA: Good idea that may become a dangerous weapon

BY HENRY IDAHAGBON The House of Representatives last week advanced one of the most consequential constitutional reforms since Nigeria’s return to democratic rule by approving a bill to establish state police. While most Nigerians have welcomed the proposal as the long-awaited answer to the country’s security challenges, the walkout by minority lawmakers underscored an uncomfortable […]

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