Ghost workers, IPPIS fraud, and the ₦941m forfeiture
By Nafisat Bello Nothing better illustrates the tragedy of Nigeria’s public finance than the persistent menace of ghost workers. It is one of the most absurd forms of corruption ever conceived—a crime in which people who neither exist nor render any service continue to receive salaries month after month and year after year, while hospitals […]
Why Nigeria’s 90,000km fibre rollout must be intelligence‑driven
By Ogaba Joseph Attah Nigeria stands at a defining moment in its digital transformation journey. The Federal Government’s proposed 90,000-kilometre fibre expansion — recently reported following remarks by the Honourable Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy — represents one of the most ambitious digital infrastructure commitments in the nation’s history. This is not merely […]
2027: Why Senator Dafinone remains a critical voice for Urhobo nation
By Ovasa Ogaga As the 2027 political horizon begins to take shape, the Urhobo Nation finds itself at a pivotal crossroads. In an era where political expediency often trumps ethnic interest, the need for a representative who transcends mere titles has never been more urgent. For the people of Delta Central, the quest for a […]
Tonlagha’s quiet power, citizen diplomacy and the promise of Nigeria
By JUDE OBIOHA In a country where activism often clashes with national cohesion and where loud voices frequently overshadow steady hands, Matthew Tonlagha represents a rare Nigerian archetype. This bridge builder fights fiercely for his people while working tirelessly for the peace, stability and economic future of Nigeria. His journey from the creeks of the Niger […]
Trump’s America and labelling of Kwankwaso, Fulani and Nigerian Muslims
By YUSHAU SHUAIB I write this with deep concern—not anger, but concern—over what increasingly appears to be a troubling pattern in the posture of the United States under President Donald Trump towards Nigeria, particularly its Muslim communities and Northern leadership. Since Trump’s return to office, a narrative has steadily gathered momentum in Washington: that Nigeria […]
Why we must insist on real time transmission of results
Following outrage at its rejection of electronic transmission of results from polling units to the INEC Results Viewing Portal, IReV, real time, on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, the Senate convened an emergency session on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
