Dangers of state governments bankrolling mass weddings
Kano’s recent announcement that it spent N1.5bn to bankroll mass weddings should prompt national alarm rather than applause. Kano State remains rampant in the worrying roster of northern states – including Kaduna, Sokoto, Zamfara, Katsina and Borno – that have for years organised and financed large-scale nuptial ceremonies. Authorities offer three common rationales: to reduce […]
To Our Teachers
WHAT would the world be without teachers? October 5, World Teachers Day passed quietly. Nigerians agree on the importance of teachers, except that the importance is addressed with words. It is sad.
Ondo – INEC’s next school
WOULD the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, use Ondo State to continue its learning processes? Since INEC Chairman, Professor Attahiru Jega came into office two years ago, INEC has promised to be better with every election.
Constitution review – A chance to be heard
THE two days the Senate Committee on Constitution Review has proposed for a public hearing — 11 and 12 October — will not be enough time for Nigerians to be heard on their future.
Another Mubi massacre
NEITHER the official reaction, nor the reasons adduced for the killing of more than 40 students of tertiary institutions in Mubi, Adamawa State, can excuse another round in the loss of lives.
After worst flood …
THE easier part is to find who to blame for the worst flood in Nigeria, according to official records, “since 1936”. The tougher part — Nigerians would be interested in — is what can be done to forestall such devastation.
