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Let Nigerians judge Tinubu’s record

Let Nigerians judge Tinubu’s record

By EMMANUEL OKOTIE-EBOH There is a recurring habit in Nigerian politics that deserves serious reflection. Whenever a new president assumes office, Nigerians quickly begin to attribute almost every problem in the country to the occupant of Aso Rock. Roads, schools, hospitals, security, unemployment, electricity and even problems that constitutionally fall under state or local governments […]
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Reflecting on Aminu Tambuwal’s 60 years of impact

Reflecting on Aminu Tambuwal’s 60 years of impact

By Ade Ebimomi In 2011, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal happened upon our national consciousness when he won, against all compounding and confounding odds, the seat of the Speaker of the House of Representatives in the 10th Assembly. And for four years, Tambuwal fought for and achieved what an ideal separation of power is-as intended by the framers […]

And here comes the Tax Sheriff

And here comes the Tax Sheriff

By Chukwudi Achife He arrives promptly and firmly when beckoned -not with sirens and guns blazing but with a scale  and a bagful of powers to ensure justice, equity and fairness in  tax administration. He is the Tax Ombudsman  of Nigeria. A new office created to strengthen President Ahmed Tinubu’ s sweeping tax reforms. Heading  this all […]

INEC’s growing lawlessness endangers free, fair elections

INEC’s growing lawlessness endangers free, fair elections

By Dr Michael Tidi The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) occupies a constitutionally sensitive position in Nigeria’s democratic framework. Created by statute pursuant to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), INEC is not a sovereign authority. It is a regulatory agency whose powers are donated, limited, and circumscribed by law. […]

Tinubu’s reforms at the Ministry of Interior championing a new face of public service

Tinubu’s reforms at the Ministry of Interior championing a new face of public service

By  Aliu Sani When President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointed Hon. (Dr.) Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo as Minister of Interior in August 2023, it marked the beginning of a new era in Nigeria’s governance. The focus was clear, especially with regards to transforming internal security, identity management, and public safety through the Renewed Hope Agenda. In less than two […]