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Gains of state police in Nigeria, by Tonnie Iredia

Gains of state police in Nigeria, by Tonnie Iredia

The clamour for the introduction of state police in Nigeria took a brighter turn last week when President Bola Ahmed Tinubu called on the national assembly to give the clamour a legal backing. In a chat with federal legislators last Wednesday, Tinubu said, “what I am asking for tonight is for you to start thinking […]

Now, photo lies!, by Stephanie Shaakaa

Now, photo lies!, by Stephanie Shaakaa

If we fail to build robust verification systems and cultivate public literacy strong enough to withstand synthetic deception, we risk sliding into a world where truth is endlessly negotiable

Societal pressure and male children, by Francis Ewherido

Societal pressure and male children, by Francis Ewherido

I watch the videos of MrBikeGlobal, a youtuber and a young man making impact on humanity. He drives around looking for people in need, everyday hardworking people and people who are battling against the odds to make a living. He seems to love people who are “hustling” and making efforts. He has supported many Nigerians through his […]

Exam Fraud: Schools and ECOMOG Operations, by Ugoji Egbujo

Exam Fraud: Schools and ECOMOG Operations, by Ugoji Egbujo

In the past, schools were centers of discipline. Parents sometimes reported erring children to teachers, trusting those firmer, dispassionate hands to deliver the correction needed. Teachers stood as community pillars, disciplining without fear of backlash. Principals were revered as standard-bearers of societal values. These days, doting parents storm schools to assault teachers for merely scolding […]