By CHARLES EKEH The Rural Electrification Agency, REA, of Nigeria was established to address the critical energy deficit in rural and underserved communities across the country’s six geopolitical zones. With over 85 million Nigerians lacking access to electricity (World Resource Institute), the REA plays a pivotal role in bridging this gap through decentralised renewable energy, RE, […]

By Usman Baba, Shuaibu Awaisu and Sani Yusuf Kokki Distinguished Senator Mohammed Sani Musa, popularly known as Sani 313, is by all standards a courageous man. In 2019, Sen. 313 relaunched his political ambition under the platform of the All Progressives Congress. Since his inauguration as a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria representing […]

By SUNDAY DARE Three visits in less than a year. That is not mere coincidence, it is deliberate strategy. And as usual, disingenuous reportage from a section of the press is insinuating some obsession of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu with Brazil. Well, yes. But it is an obsession in pursuit of economic partnerships and opportunities for […]

By HANNIEL NOBOH Creating policies is never enough; the real challenge lies in their implementation. A recent Vanguard editorial highlighted the government’s proposed credit scheme, which will be linked to users’ National Identification Number, NIN, to determine the creditworthiness of Nigerians. The newspaper commended the Tinubu administration for initiatives like the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND, […]

For decades, the state became a mirror of Nigeria’s broader challenges — electoral manipulation, lack of accountability

By OMOBOLANLE AGBOOLA Income insecurity, transportation and social isolation are major drivers of poor health across communities. Our study examined the impact of social determinants of health, SDOH—specifically economic and environmental conditions—on individuals and communities in Nigeria from a whole-person health perspective, with a focus on the post–COVID-19 period. Using a cross-sectional design and a whole-person […]

…Empowers 10,000 Widows with Free Healthcare, Stipends By Festus Ahon When Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori assumed office as the fifth democratically elected Governor of Delta State on May 29, 2023, he pledged to deliver a people-first agenda built on his MORE agenda of Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace and Security. […]

By Anthony Amahwe When Nigerian parents prepare their children for the new school year, the checklist often feels complete once tuition fees are paid, uniforms are ready, and stationery shopping is done. Quality school supplies are undeniably important; they can inspire confidence and help children engage fully in their lessons. However, true Back-to-School readiness should be […]

By Olu Ayela When Mrs. Olubunmi Kuku assumed the helm of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) in 2023, the aviation sector was at a crossroads — grappling with ageing infrastructure, revenue leakages, operational inefficiencies, and mounting passenger dissatisfaction. Two years later, her leadership has not only steadied the course but has set FAAN on […]

By Akpotoboro Oghenemaro Oil pipeline vandalization in the Niger Delta region has remained one of the most devastating challenges confronting both the environment and the health of the people. As a region richly endowed with crude oil, the Niger Delta has, unfortunately, become a hotspot for illegal oil activities—especially the sabotage of oil pipelines. This menace not […]