Helping our poultry farmers’ needs
Nigeria’s poultry industry is at a dangerous crossroads. The recent call for reforms is therefore more than an industry lobby. It is a warning about food security, nutrition, jobs and the wider economy. An industry capable of supplying affordable eggs and chicken is being strangled by expensive and unreliable inputs. Feed, which can account for […]
It Is Still Christmas
MERRIMENT and excessiveness have drowned the essence of Christmas. The way of celebrating Jesus Christ, who came to save mankind, according to the bible, turns the reason for the season upside down.
Language of Public Discourse
IN a country of more than 160 million people, it is impossible to agree totally on anything, even if it is posted as being beneficial to all. Countries with smaller populations – and families of smaller numbers – also disagree raucously to decisions that oppose their individual interests.
Different CBN Governor
IT would be a relief to many to know the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Governor Mallam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi is not desirous of renewing his tenure. His penchant for making unguided statements could have torpedoed any economy but Nigeria’s. His numerous admirers consider him “brave”.
Family Letters, Not Family Affairs
NOT too long ago, Nigerians were reminded that matters that involved the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, were family affairs.
INEC Can’t Get It Right
THE Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has severally failed to tell Nigerians what its challenges are. It is doubtful whether INEC is interested in its challenges, and tackling them to free itself from bungled elections and the threats they present to democracy.
Next ASUU Strike
ULULATIONS over the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, calling off its five-month-old strike have overtaken the damage the long-drawn dispute has done to education. How do we ensure that in the new year, another ASUU strike does not occur?
Corruption – Complicating Confusion
IS it strange that the strongest defences Nigerians deploy against allegations of corruption is that past suspects, even offenders, were not punished? Impunity creates continuity in how we view suggestions that corruption should be punished.
PIB: We Need To Pass It
THE inconclusive journey of the Petroleum Industry Bill, PIB, began in 2000 when concerns about more transparent management of the oil and gas sector resulted in the bill. It has remained controversial since then.
Good Night Madiba (1918-2013)
THE tributes are endless. They all agree that a great man has gone at 95. Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was extraordinary in his selflessness, generosity of spirit. The perspective, perception, and perspicacity he brought to all issues marked him out – they account for the endless panegyrics that have attended his transition.
National Assembly’s Laxity On Illegalities
ILLEGALITIES are gradually creeping into the conduct of the nation’s legislative affairs. It is worse that illegalities are becoming part of Nigeria’s legislative processes.
