Interview

Govs don’t regard tackling insecurity as priority — Folarin, Afenifere scribe

Govs don’t regard tackling insecurity as priority — Folarin, Afenifere scribe

…Says federal police can’t pretend to be State Police …Insists S-West govs failed on Amotekun …Intelligence failed in tackling insecurity in North …Explains why Makinde erred in calling for Oriire abduction probe …Insists all faiths are victims of terrorism By Dapo Akinrefon Chief Ademola Folarin, a lawyer, is the General Secretary of the pan-Yoruba socio-political […]
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My days of slavery in Omar – Trafficking survivor

My days of slavery in Omar – Trafficking survivor

Oyinlola Solanke, is a Nigerian mother of two who escaped from Omar through sheer guts and the help of a good Samaritan after 10 months of slavery. In this interview, the young graduate of Obafemi Awolowo University Ile Ife, shares details of her experiences in Omar and how she was trafficked to the Arab nation by a close and trusted family member. Oyinlola is now the Secretary of Erelu Eyinade Foundation (EEF), an NGO focused on ending human trafficking and child labour in Nigeria.

Bello Shagari: The truth my grandfather, Gidado Idris told Abacha

Bello Shagari: The truth my grandfather, Gidado Idris told Abacha

*Why I’m pushing beyond limits for NYCN By CHARLES KUMOLU Grandson of a former President, grandson of a former Secretary to the Federal Government and son of a retired Captain, Bello Shagari, is an individual with deep knowledge about the management of people and resources in the public sector. This, he is bringing to bear […]

Solid minerals, oil wells not Nigeria’s real wealth  – Dr Gowon

Solid minerals, oil wells not Nigeria’s real wealth – Dr Gowon

Dr. Dawuda Gowon is a journalist (BSc. Journalism, electronic and print media, 1978, Utah State University, USA.), an accomplished engineer, economist, all rolled into one. He is an expert in water conservation, policy analysis, desertification, drought, Environmental Impact Assessment, E.I.A, integrated water resources management, irrigation, soil conservation and land management. He supervised and built dams and soil erosion control structures. He did the E.I.A report for several dams before they were built. In this chat with Vanguard, he spoke on the state of the nation viz Nigeria’s past, how we got to the present state and how to get out of the mess.

Protecting Small Businesses: Close digital gaps and strengthen cybersecurity — Ayano

Protecting Small Businesses: Close digital gaps and strengthen cybersecurity — Ayano

By Mary Obaebor Kehinde Ayano, a cybersecurity expert and SME security strategist, specialises in Zero Trust Architecture and enterprise security. With vast experience in developing cybersecurity frameworks, he has played a key role in creating affordable and practical security solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises, SMEs. His leading initiative, the Information Security Policy and Procedures […]

Centurion hopes to build capacity, encourage growth in South Sudan’s oil and gas sector

Centurion hopes to build capacity, encourage growth in South Sudan’s oil and gas sector

These kinds of contracts are difficult to win but what is more important is our ability to change things and improve the oil sector to ensure many see the benefits of their natural resources. You have to compete against come of the biggest firms in the world. It’s hard and sometimes they will get dirty, but you must stay focused and put up your A-Game and come out on top. 

CHUKWUMA NWANZE: Lagos traffic altered my career path but it paid off

CHUKWUMA NWANZE: Lagos traffic altered my career path but it paid off

The title of this report is one that beats one’s imagination considering the dreadful nature of the gridlock in Lagos. However, it is not a fairy tale but the true story of the rise and rise of the Executive Director, Finance and Strategy of Credit Direct Limited, Mr. Chukwuma Nwanze, who is a well-rounded financial manager and management consultant with experience in financial control, performance management, integration, and strategic planning. Nwanze’s experience is uniquely shared to inspire and persuade.