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‘Ghost’ beneficiaries beneficiaries of N33/7bn cash transfer

• Doubts over whether billions in benefits reached poor Nigerians By Dele Sobowale The N33.75 billion transfer controversy, now rocking the nation, is neither new, nor did the massive fraud stop in 2026. The well-oiled and entrenched mechanisms for transferring public funds, meant for poverty alleviation, into the bottomless pockets of public servants, continues till today […]
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Gen Musa, peacemaking and civil-military relations

By YUSHAU SHUAIB When President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointed Malam Nuhu Ribadu as the National Security Adviser, NSA, it signalled a pivotal moment for Nigeria’s security apparatus. Observers anticipated that the dynamics between the key leaders designated for essential military, security and intelligence institutions would be crucial in safeguarding life and property across the nation. Thus, […]

Who Mr. President Spokesperson

By: Jimoh Adebayo The question above has become a subject of discourse, particularly among Nigerians in the villages. It is further heightened by the opposition’s delight in forcing its re-occurrence whenever there is a joint engagement in local events just to make mockery of APC supporters. I remember that Mr. Daniel Bwala was announced in […]

Battling the Infodemic: Experts proffer strategies against misinformation and disinformation

By Michael Dada The stakes for successful crisis communication have never been higher in a time when false information and deception spread quickly. From corporate scandals to public health campaigns, disseminating misleading information puts businesses, governments, and people at serious risk. Experts say that a multipronged strategy including legal and regulatory frameworks, the media, reputation […]

UBEC’s giant strides in sustaining environmental safeguards

By Johnbosco Agbakwuru Education is the key to the development of any society. For any country or society to build a prosperous future, the education of the young ones from infancy to the teenage level should be a priority. It’s said that a strong foundation is essential for a successful life. And like Haile Selassie […]

Border security and technology: Dissecting gains of NIS 2024 Comptroller-General Conference

By Israel Fagbemigun One thing that has become synonymous with the Nigeria Immigration Service is its commitment to consistently assess its own operations and performances. It has by so doing sustained its continuity and timely reinstatement after any hiatus. Through well timed retreats, seminars and conferences, once in a while punctuated by various challenges, each […]

Dangote Refinery and deregulation: Unpacking the confusion

By Andrew Agenmonmen In recent times, the press has been inundated with claims and counter claims about PMS sales and pricing between the Dangote Refinery, the regulator, NNPCL and the marketing companies. These interactions are becoming rather an embarrassment to our nation. This is an attempt to unpack some of the underlying issues and debunk […]

Corruption, political gladiators, technocrats and governance

By Emmanuel Okotie-Eboh The popular adage that the worst democratic government is far superior to the best military government no longer holds true, particularly given the manner in which today’s political gladiators have reshaped the narrative. The evolving practice of “winner takes all” has become entrenched in our democracy and political system, leading to growing […]

Gov Alia: Defying all odds to restore peace, tranquillity in Benue

Governor Hyacinth Alia might not be your regular Nigerian politician for many reasons. Apart from being a Reverend Father, the 58-year-old Catholic Priest has demonstrated that entrusting governance in the hands of honest, dedicated, and passionate individuals can yield massive positive returns for the people in a short while.

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