By Gboyega Amoboye  Let me start by saying that I am not a lawyer, but with all humility, it may not always be right to say that a ‘non-lawyer’ is a layman, because the “ founding fathers of the legal profession, Socrates, and his protege, Aristotle, were sculptors turned philosophers.  According to legal history, they were […]

Next level, Ribadu should create a mechanism for internal vigilance among the security agencies to fish out moles and saboteurs whose evil brief is to frustrate the efforts of the good ones

By Temidayo Akinsuyi Two boys were playing together in the garden. Soon, the play degenerated into an argument and they engaged in a shouting match. From afar, the father of the boys cautioned them to stop arguing and continue their play but they won’t budge. Shortly after, they lunged at each other and almost engaged […]

By Abiodun Alade I have read a number of compelling accounts that depict the unfortunate state of Nigeria’s oil sector, but none does so with as much piercing clarity as ‘Very Bad People’ by Patrick Alley.  This non-fiction work explores how powerful individuals and corporations have systematically exploited vulnerable nations for profit, often with devastating consequences […]

By Bola Akinsanmi Welcome  to the world of a billionaire par excellence and great philanthropist, Dr. Michael Adenuga jr. A special breed who does  his things differently but with class and panache. Generally, a reserved and highly strategic personality.  He started early and hit his millions early as well. Mike Adenuga has been an exceptional […]

By Othmen Outara The future of the United States Embassy in Bangui, Central African Republic (CAR), has come under renewed scrutiny following past discussions about streamlining US diplomatic missions abroad. According to an internal US Department of State document from the Trump era, the administration had considered the closure of nearly 30 overseas embassies and […]

It is no longer enough to have good intentions. You must have the right godfather, the right logo, the right slogan, and worst of all the right timing approved by invisible political gatekeepers. Otherwise, even a visit to comfort displaced citizens becomes a threat.

Currently ranked as the leading researcher in paediatrics in Nigeria, who is also amongst the top five in Africa as well as amongst the world’s top two percent highly ranked scientists, Dr. Bolajoko Olusanya’s illustrious life trajectory should serve as a lasting lesson on absolute faith in God, self-belief in one’s capabilities, passion and the power […]

On 22 January, 2024, Ambassador Nicholas Agbo Ella poured over heaps of files in his new office on the 9th Floor of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Towers in Abuja

By CHARLES ONUNAIJU Borders that are criss-crossed more frequently by trades in goods and services are less likely to besieged by soldiers and other armed elements, buttressing the fact that trade dividends are not just development, growth and prosperity but also peace and mutual understanding through the instrumentality of dialogue among civilizations. With the establishment and […]

By AMINU JAHUN African ruling parties are becoming politically endangered. Against their sit-tight syndrome, they meet their Waterloo in youth dominated oppositional coalitions. Before delving into Africa’s wind of change, there is an oppositional light from Latin America: an Argentine two-party political coalition, known as the Front For All,  fielded Alberto Fernandez as its presidential […]

By Arabinrin Aderonke The oil sector in Nigeria has always been the topic of the day. Online. Offline. On the radio. Even in public transport. If you want to start a heated conversation anywhere in this country, just mention “fuel.” The reactions will start coming in. The price. The scarcity. The queues. The corruption. It’s […]

By MOSES BRAIMAH Africa is blessed with abundant resources, immense talent, and a youthful population bursting with potential. Yet, what continues to elude us—and arguably remains the most critical ingredient for true transformation—is leadership. In Nigeria, this deficit is even more pronounced. Despite decades of democracy and natural endowments, the country lingers in a state […]

By Akin Akinwale Nigeria’s journey toward a more efficient, fair, and customer-friendly tax system has taken a giant leap forward with the recent passage of the Tax Reform Bills by the National Assembly. This milestone is not just a victory for the Federal Government but a well-coordinated effort that deepens the commitment of President Bola […]

By Linus Obogo The occasion appropos. Timing precise. In a night woven with political grandeur and electrifying unity, the heartbeat of Cross River State pulsed with renewed vigor as Governor Bassey Edet Otu graced the APC Expanded Caucus meeting with his trademark humility and unmatched statesmanship. The setting—Hogis Royale Hotel in Calabar—became a temple of […]