The textbook debate and the future of education reform
By Ayo Olodo Government policies rarely fail because their intentions are bad. They fail because good intentions are often mistaken for good implementation. Nigeria has become something of a laboratory for ambitious education reforms. Every new administration arrives promising transformation. New curricula are introduced. New assessment methods emerge. New technologies are announced. Fresh slogans replace […]
Africa Has Caught Up: Why Nigeria can’t rely on history at WAFCON 2026
By Uchenna Oluchi Eze With just weeks to the kickoff of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), anticipation is building across Africa, and particularly in Nigeria, where expectations for the Super Falcons remain as high as ever. For decades, Nigerians have treated the Super Falcons’ dominance in African women’s football as a birthright, […]
Understanding AICL’s new phase of institutional repositioning
By ADEBAYO ADEOYE In the estimation of many industry observers and analysts, the Abuja Investments Company Limited, AICL, entered a new phase of institutional renewal following the appointment of Nyesom Wike as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory. The company, established over three decades ago as the investment vehicle of the FCT Administration, has since then […]
Warri’s historic homecoming and the imperative of Itsekiri unity
By Dr. Michael Tidi, Esq. On Thursday, 26 February 2026, the ancient Warri Kingdom opened its arms to one of its most distinguished daughters, Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON, First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. This was not simply a ceremonial return; it was a moment where history, heritage, and destiny converged, […]
Understanding the essence of banks recapitalisation policy
By ARIZE NWOBU Banks are the most important financial intermediaries, especially in developing countries and they operate in the money market segment of the financial system and provide short term funds to businesses, which are typically tenured for one year or less, though sometimes short term funds could extend up to three years. Despite the tight […]
Sesi Whingan: When diligent representation takes precedence
By Dapo Ipoola Diligence has been defined as a steady, earnest, and energetic effort applied to tasks, characterized by thoroughness, persistence, and careful attention to detail. It represents a strong work ethic, combining industriousness with conscientiousness to achieve goals efficiently. Often considered a virtue. It could also be defined as the quality of working carefully […]
