Improvement in economic indicators points to Nigeria’s stabilisation — UBA boss
Group Managing Director of United Bank for Africa (UBA) and Chairman of the Body of Bank CEOs in Nigeria, Oliver Alawuba, has outlined a blueprint for building a resilient Nigerian economy, calling for deliberate policies and stronger collaboration across the public and private sectors to transform economic stability into inclusive prosperity. Alawuba made the call […]
Dilemma of secession
THE reaction of the Nigerian Government, as indeed many governments in Africa on the secession of Southern Sudan was muted. They did not want to be seen supporting the breakup of an African country when they themselves are also vulnerable. But the results of the independence referendum released this week should have put paid to that.
Walking blindfolded into political doldrums
I CONCLUDED my last week‘s contribution with an advice that the government should adopt the option of a ‘Cheap Money Policy‘ for Nigeria‘s dormant economy.
Registration greater than marriage
THIS column is today dedicated to the down-trodden masses; the Low Income Group, otherwise known as the LIGs; for their total dedication to the success of the on-going registration of voters.
Cost of supporting Jonathan
EITHER due to mischief or naiveté, some prominent Igbos are trumpeting their support for the election of Goodluck Jonathan as the President of Nigeria in 2011 while calling for the ceding of the Presidency to an Igbo person in 2015.
Stepping Backwards Into Anonymity
AND so, Evander Holyfield continues the strenuous march in his avowed mission to turn back the hand of the clock. It is a costly march for which every step taken forward is rewarded with two steps backwards for a man whose acknowledged warrior fighting instincts are not matched by any level of common sense.
