By Lekan Adeniran  “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader.” —John Quincy Adams Today, for millions of ordinary Nigerians whose experiences about political leadership in the country over the years had been traumatizing due to dashed expectations, opening any discourse about the polity either […]

By Mariam Mohammed In a matter of days, it will be one year since Oluremi Tinubu, Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, found herself at the apogee of power. Though not a stranger to walking the corridors of power, this was the ultimate, the apex of political albeit economic power – The Presidency! As a […]

By Abdul Jelil Adebayo For the past 38 years Abuja is changing in a lot of ways. But the most poignant and standout expression of the changes are the incredible amount of work that’s been done on the road network since the commencement of Wike administration. All over the city, the change is enveloping residents, […]

By Oji Kpongo It is a given that the oil and gas sector is the foundation upon which the nation’s economy is built. This is notwithstanding the fact that efforts are being intensified by the federal government to complement the natural resource with other alternative sources of revenue such as gold, cocoa-beans, timber, tourism and […]

I write this with a heavy heart and a head that has continued to swoon in disbelief and denial. The family is in deep sorrow. The wound remains raw. Every sigh of grief and recollection of what we did together remind me of who and what we have lost. Distinguished Senator Ayogu Eze, CON, was […]

Speaking in esoteric opulence, Professor Isa Ali Pantami serenades listeners with vocal dexterity, weaving a tapestry of words that mesmerize and enthrall. Every syllable uttered is a masterful stroke of linguistic artistry, leaving the audience spellbound and yearning for more.

By MUKHTAR YA’U MADOBI JUST last month, the National Security Adviser, NSA, Malam Nuhu Ribadu, shared a significant update at a High-Level African Counter-Terrorism Meeting in Abuja. He revealed that the number of terrorism-related deaths in Nigeria has plummeted, from a staggering 2,600 per month to less than 200 at that moment, marking a substantial […]

Nestled within the confines of Delta State, Nigeria, lies the tranquil expanse known as Ika Nation, encompassing the two local government areas of Ika South and Ika North East. Revered as the agricultural heartland of Delta State, this verdant region pulses with the toil of diligent farmers, cultivating crops that sustain not only their communities but also contribute substantially to the food needs of the entire state.

By Olubisi Shaola Nigeria’s housing crisis reflects the urgent need for economic reform and targeted policy interventions, as the nation grapples with a severe shortfall in affordable housing units. With a population surpassing 200 million, growing at an urbanization rate of 4.23% annually, Nigeria faces a housing deficit of over 17 million units. This staggering […]

By BISOLA ATIE IN recent times, the aviation sector has been grappling with series of significant challenges, raising serious concerns about the safety protocols and standards within the industry. The incidents involving Boeing aircraft, which have not only garnered global attention but also underscored the urgent need for enhanced safety measures, are particularly alarming. As an […]

By MOHAMMED ABIODUN DEADLY riots swept over the New Caledonian capital of Nouméa this week ahead of a proposed electoral reform vote in France’s lower house of parliament. The alleged purpose of the so-called reforms is to enlarge the electorate for New Caledonia’s provincial elections. But in reality, the move only entrenches French influence in its […]

By PAT UTOMI Nigeria is a mess right now. A huge mess. Even the blind can see it. And the deaf can hear the cry of anguish of Nigeria’s children. Can the country be rescued? Possibly. But the myths, years of delusions of grandeur and criminal capture of the Nigerian state threaten the possibility. Last week one […]

If we ever talk about an exchange, it is one that puts us at a loss, such as selling our crude oil to rebuy.

By KAYODE AKINMADE He came into office amid ceaseless assaults by a violent establishment. He had no handover notes. But he had an agenda, a steely resolve, and a burning passion to transform the Ogun environment. Today, five years on, even the most cynical observer would admit that the Iperu-born prince and boardroom genius has turned the […]

By Prof Mannixs Paul With every new administration, a wave of innovative ideas promise progress. However, it is crucial to tread carefully and implement these ideas gradually to avoid any adverse effects. This is especially important for citizens at home and in the diaspora, who are already grappling with high living expenses. We don’t want […]