Nigeria @66: The Otu Record — Beyond the Rhetoric
By Joseph Odok As Nigeria marks 66 years of independence, the anniversary offers more than an occasion for patriotic speeches. It is also an opportunity to ask a practical question at the sub-national level: what has government actually done with the resources and opportunities available to it?In Cross River State, Governor Bassey Edet Otu’s administration […]
Three injured as gunmen disrupt PDP meetings in Calabar
By Ike Uchechukwu, Calabar CALABAR — Three persons were reportedly injured on Friday after gunmen disrupted two consultative meetings organised by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Calabar South Local Government Area of Cross River State. The incident also resulted in damage to several vehicles belonging to members and supporters of the party, according to […]
Omosehin: NAICOM’s recapitalisation that puts policyholders first
By Abua Hunde For years, Nigeria’s insurance industry has occupied an uncomfortable position in the national economy. Its importance has never been in doubt, yet its enormous potential has remained largely untapped because of weak public confidence, low penetration, concerns over claims settlement and the limited financial capacity of some operators. But since his appointment […]
FG urged to declare emergency in health sector as Nigeria marks 66
By Esther Onyegbula The Federal Government has been urged to declare a state of emergency in Nigeria’s health sector amid the mass exodus of medical professionals from the country. Convener and host of The Convergence 2026, Mr. Fakuyi Adewale Banjo, made the call during the annual Independence Day medical outreach organised by The Convergence 2026 […]
Democracy and Knowledge Deficit: Can an Uninformed Citizenry Deliver Good Governance?
By Kizito Alakwe Democracy has long been lauded as one of the best systems of government. It is based on the principle that the people should have the power to choose those who govern them. But a question worth asking is: Can democracy deliver development if citizens do not know enough to make informed political […]
Nigerian artist Maradin announces forthcoming EP ‘Small Body Big Engine’
By Nnasom David Lagos-based Nigerian artiste Ambali Rahmon Oluwaseyi, popularly known as Maradin, has announced plans to release his forthcoming extended play (EP), titled Small Body Big Engine (SBBE). The six-track project marks a new phase in the artiste’s musical career, with the title inspired by the nickname “Small Body Big Engine”, which he said […]
