ECOWAS — beyond the glitter of new edifices
President Bola Tinubu’s ribbon-cutting for a gleaming new ECOWAS headquarters in Abuja offered a flattering image of ambition — but brick and glass do not heal the fractures that threaten the community’s very purpose. Fifty-one years after its founding in 1975 in Lagos to promote economic integration, collective security, free movement and democratic stability across […]
Plugging the knowledge gaps in solid minerals sector (1)
There are indications that efforts of the Federal Government in getting the Solid minerals sector of the economy off the ground are yet to be activated. It is trite to say that the nation is abundantly blessed with so much of Solid minerals.
Ban romance among armed security personnel
AN amorous relationship that went awry between two personnel of the Nigeria Air Force, NAF, at the Air Tactical Command, Makurdi, Benue State capital , brought to the fore the need for a rethink of such relations among armed security men and women across the country.
Let’s be pro-active on meningitis outbreak
THE current Cerebro Spinal Meningitis (CSM) epidemic in Nigeria is one outbreak too many. For decades, the nation has witnessed series of outbreaks of the disease.
Towards effective community policing
The issue of insecurity across the country remains a source of serious concern both to government and the governed. With the seeming inability of the Police to cope with bourgeoning security challenges, state governments are devising alternatives to complement the police efforts in tackling the problem. Lagos State Governor Akinwunmi Ambode, was the latest to […]
Time now to clear the pension arrears
LIKE a stalking nightmare, the spectre of the country’s ill-treatment of its pensioners continues to strike the conscience of the nation.
