School resumption amid mounting insecurity
As the 2026/2027 school session begins across Nigeria, millions of parents face the familiar burdens of school fees, uniforms, books and transport. But for many, especially in conflict-prone communities, there is a more frightening question: will their children return home safely each day? The school, once regarded as a sanctuary of learning and hope, has […]
Even Mark knows!
SENATE President, Bonaventure Alechenu David Mark has pedigree in Nigeria’s political landscape. His critics are many and they are wont to treat any Mark position with the uttermost scepticism. When he makes an important point, he is dismissed as just playing to the gallery.
Peace to the world
TODAY is the International Day of Peace. The United Nations dedicated this day to peace, to underline the importance of peace for human cohabitation and social progress.
Damage military didn’t do
OUR politicians never miss an opportunity to blame the military for the retarding growth of Nigeria. The 28-year cumulative hold on power the military had in the first 39 years of the nation’s life, agreed, left consequences Nigeria still suffers.
Mismanaging infrastructure deficit
NIGERIANS are hurt about the inadequacy of basic facilities the country requires to run effectively. Their absence affects economic and social life. Many Nigerians consider the situation irredeemable. Unknown to them, the country has added to infrastructure challenges by mismanaging the few that are available or refusing to create linkages that could result in their […]
Reclaiming Bakassi Peninsula
ON October 10, 2002, the Internation- al Court of Justice delivered a historic verdict awarding sovereignty over the Bakassi Peninsula to the Republic of Cameroun.
