As another Christmas season unfolds, the focus of the average Nigerian adult appears increasingly material rather than spiritual. The persistent rise in the cost of basic consumer goods traditionally associated with the yuletide understandably generates anxiety among heads of households and organisations who are expected to provide for their dependants. Despite a notable reduction in […]

The Nigerian tax system has undergone significant transformation in recent years, driven by the need to modernise tax administration, eliminate obsolete provisions, and enhance revenue generation for sustainable economic development. Not surprising, a number of comprehensive tax legislations, the Nigeria Tax Act 2025, Nigeria Tax Administration Act 2025, Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Act 2025, and […]

The recent failed coup attempt in Republic of Benin, allegedly led by Lt. Col. Pascal Tigri, has once again drawn attention to a disturbing trend in West Africa: the resurgence of military interventions in governance.   Coming just days after soldiers reportedly seized power in Guinea-Bissau while a presidential election was underway, the incident underscores the fragility of […]

Detty December refers to the high-energy festive season in Nigeria, especially Lagos, from mid-December through early January, marked by non-stop parties, concerts, and social events. The term “Detty,” derived from Nigerian Pidgin for “dirty,” captures the wild, unrestrained celebrations as diaspora Nigerians return home, boosting the city’s vibe.  The phrase gained traction around 2016 when […]

The vexed issue of evolving a professionally designed and operated National Social Register, NSR, to help the most vulnerable elements of our society came up at a stakeholder forum in Lagos last September under the theme: “Advancing Social Protection Through the National Social Register, NSR”. At the event, the National Coordinator of the National Social Investment […]