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Obi, Makinde and hurdles against opposition coalition

Obi, Makinde and hurdles against opposition coalition

By TUNDE RAHMAN  A fresh thaw in relations between National Democratic Congress presidential candidate Mr Peter Obi and Oyo State Governor Mr Seyi Makinde is fueling renewed talk of a possible opposition coalition to challenge President Bola Tinubu in 2027. The two leaders, who were on opposite sides during the 2023 election cycle, were seen […]
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Nigeria needs economic summit, not Constitutional Conference (3)

Nigeria needs economic summit, not Constitutional Conference (3)

By FRANCIS OGBIMI In the first part of this series in which we are calling for an economic summit now rather than constitutional conference, because: Our research revealed that all the rich and powerful nations in the world today are industrialised; Industrialisation is achieved through learning and Nigeria can mobilise all Nigerians for integrated learning – […]

The Nigerian economy is a definition of paradox

The Nigerian economy is a definition of paradox

By KELECHI DECA Young Nigerians usually joke that if anyone explains Nigeria to you, and you understand it, then something is wrong with you. That joke captures the intricacies, and complexities of most things Nigerian. Basic policies become complex as soon as they are domesticated for Nigeria. For example, every Nigerian was turned into a petroleum […]

Kano APC: Re: Letter to President Tinubu

Kano APC: Re: Letter to President Tinubu

By Maikudi Lawan Your Excellency, the President and Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on behalf of the good people of Kano State and members of our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), particularly from Kano Central Senatorial District I wish to express our profound […]

Blakey’s conference: Catalysing agric revolution through tax incentives

Blakey’s conference: Catalysing agric revolution through tax incentives

By SUNNY IKHIOYA Many people are spending their time, energy, and resources to proffer solutions to the challenges of this country, but are government officials listening? A country that cannot feed itself is a slave country, depending on the whims and caprices of fully-fed nations.  This brings to mind a recent seminar on tax, but […]

My take on President Tinubu’s political adventure

My take on President Tinubu’s political adventure

By Bamidele Paul Atoyebi In the realm of politics and society, conflict is an inherent part of human interaction. While some individuals exhibit extreme insecurity, many others navigate these tensions with a more moderate approach. Having observed President Tinubu’s political journey since the age of 12, I feel equipped to shed light on the numerous […]

On Micro-Entrepreneurship and Local Economies

On Micro-Entrepreneurship and Local Economies

By Damilola Tomiwa Fasinu Micro-entrepreneurship has emerged as a powerful tool in driving economic growth and advancing community development in local areas. This concept refers to small-scale business ventures often initiated by individuals or families with limited resources. Unlike large corporations, micro-entrepreneurs operate on a smaller scale, typically serving their immediate communities. This localized approach […]

Kano APC Crisis: Letter to President Tinubu

Kano APC Crisis: Letter to President Tinubu

By Nabahani Gogori I hope this letter finds you well Your Excellency. As Nigeria stands at a critical crossroads, I write to you today as a concerned and dedicated member of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Kano, compelled by the urgency of our nation’s challenges and aware of your unwavering determination to steer it […]