The recent recapitalisation exercise led by the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, which saw 33 deposit money banks raise an impressive N44.65 trillion, is not a mere regulatory milestone. It is a reaffirmation of the fundamental truth that strong banks are the backbone of a strong economy. As Nigeria navigates an increasingly complex global financial […]

Easter, the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, remains the cornerstone of the Christian faith and a profound moral compass for society. Beyond its religious observance, it proclaims a timeless message: life conquers death, hope overcomes despair, and love triumphs over hatred. At its heart, Easter speaks of sacrificial love, forgiveness and renewal. These […]

Democracy, in its purest conception, rests on the principles of equality, merit and the collective will of the people. Yet, in many plural societies such as Nigeria, these ideals are increasingly suffocated by the influence of religion and ethnicity—two forces that, while culturally significant, have become pernicious tools in the political arena. Rather than serving […]

The recent submission of a 75-page framework for state policing by the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, to the Deputy President of the Senate, Jibrin Barau, marks a watershed moment in Nigeria’s constitutional and security evolution. It demonstrates President Bola Tinubu’s determination to take state police beyond mere rhetoric. For decades, the debate over Nigeria’s […]

Come November 9 to 20, 2026, the world will converge in the historic Turkish city of Antalya for the 31st edition of Committee of Parties, COP-31, conference on climate change convened by the United Nations. Climate change conferences pull intimidating numbers of delegates from member-nations of the UN annually. For the COP-30 which took place […]