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Okuama: When Political Blame Ignores the Constitution, Fuels Blackmail

Okuama: When Political Blame Ignores the Constitution, Fuels Blackmail

By Ufuoma Egbe The tragedy of Okuama has left deep wounds. Families have lost loved ones, a community has suffered devastation, and several Okuama leaders have remained in detention for an agonising period. Their plight deserves justice, compassion and sustained public attention. But precisely because the tragedy is so painful, it must not become an […]
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To restructure Nigeria, let oil flow from the North

To restructure Nigeria, let oil flow from the North

Good news came some months ago that President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the commencement of oil and gas exploration in the Chad Basin area of North-East Nigeria. This was made known by former Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC, Dr IbeKachikwu, November 2015, during a presentation to the Petroleum Club in Lagos, titled “On-going Reforms in the Oil Industry: Impact of NNPC Reforms on the Nigerian Economy”

INEC, inconclusive polls and 2019

INEC, inconclusive polls and 2019

DEMOCRACY would perhaps lose its defining egalitarianism if it forecloses the free expression of viewpoints by its adherents – including often illogical perspectives by forces that seek to misinform, diminish and divide. Against this backdrop, we should appreciate public communicators who have achieved that delicate, firm balance between researched opinion that informs and leverages society and humdrum commentary that diminishes and stunts.

Ndigbo, time to reconsider your ways (2)

Ndigbo, time to reconsider your ways (2)

THE new plan by Governor Ambode is to either force Igbos to go and start buying lands in Badagry, Ikorodu, Epe and other areas in the hinter lands; build houses and markets to develop those areas, or go back to the South East as Governor Fashola told them to do after the deportation of Igbos in 2013.

Why big Nigeria plays for little abroad

Why big Nigeria plays for little abroad

NIGERIA with 180 million vibrant people, is the largest Black country in the world. Its economy which in 2014 had a $93.01 billion export and $53 billion import is the second largest in Africa. Its cultural reach, especially through its Nollywood film industry, is unmatchable in Africa.

Aregbesola’s hidden treasure in Osun State

Aregbesola’s hidden treasure in Osun State

Everything in life starts with a promise!To us in Osun State, Rauf Aregbesolarepresents a new generation of leadership who believes he is accountable to the people he’s elected by providence to govern.Mentally sharpand people-focused,he saw an opportunity not only to provide leadership that inspired trust but also the need to leave an extraordinary legacy that would no doubt outlast this generation.

5 life-changing things to do this September

5 life-changing things to do this September

Largely regarded as the first in the line of “ember” months, September ushers in the last quarter of the year. Despite the heavy downpours and waterlogged thoroughfares, we at Jumia Travel are super excited to welcome the month as it not only heralds a chain of festivals, shows and celebrations as well as offer a prime opportunity to pack up and plan a getaway, but it is also the perfect time to opt for a life-changing experience.

WAI, a war for the poor

WAI, a war for the poor

ON Monday, August 8, 2016, we were told that the Federal Government had revived the War Against Indiscipline, WAI, a priority programme of Major General Muhammadu Buhari’s 1984/85 military regime. It was under the control of the late Major General Tunde Idiagbon, his Deputy (Chief of Staff, Supreme Headquarters).

Path to economic recovery

Path to economic recovery

IF the truth must be told, Nigeria today is on the edge of a precipice – with its economy hanging perilously on the balance. The situation is so precarious that President Muhammadu Buhari will be seeking Emergency Powers to tackle the economy as soon as the National Assembly resumes from its vacation on September 12, 2016.

INEC, violence and Rivers rerun

INEC, violence and Rivers rerun

THERE is indeed no doubt that the way the nation’s electoral agency, the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, is handling the Rivers State rerun poll gives cause to worry. Many Nigerians and commentators have condemned the umpire’s attitude towards the poll, especially its continued postponement when the State is peaceful. It will be recalled that […]