The release of Nigerian farmer, Sunday Jackson, from death row after over a decade in prison, secured through persistent advocacy by US Congressman Riley Moore, underscores a vital truth. This case exemplifies how nations upholding the rule of law must vigilantly protect individuals ensnared in systems where justice is arbitrary or absent. Such interventions not only rescue […]

The revelation recently by the Nigeria Police Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, that motorists would be required from January 2, 2026, to obtain official permits before using tinted window glass has once again ignited public controversy. The announcement followed the police’s earlier suspension of the policy in October.  According to Hundeyin, the decision […]

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 […]