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Atiku’s Border Promise: Between political expediency and Nigeria’s national interest

By Okey IBEKE Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s promise to reopen Nigeria’s land borders if elected president in 2027 may appeal to traders and border communities who depend on cross-border commerce. But the promise raises a more important question: what exactly does he intend to reopen? The Federal Government has challenged the premise of the […]
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Komolafe: Building a legacy of reforms not rhetorics

By Paul Ikpambese  With a vision that stretches beyond the horizon, Engineer Gbenga Komolafe is crafting a legacy of groundbreaking reforms that are revolutionising the oil and gas industry. His trailblazing career, marked by numerous achievements and milestones, has been a masterclass in visionary leadership.  From spearheading the Nigeria Pipeline and Storage Company to leading […]

As editors prepare to go to Enugu

By Tony Onyima Dear Colleagues, The countdown is on. Between June 26 and 28, 2025, the Nigerian Guild of Editors will converge once again – this time in the welcoming arms of Enugu, the coal city. The biennial conference promises robust discussions, professional reflection, and of course, the election of a new leadership team to […]

The Benue genocide

By NICK DAZANG  Before now, and for reasons best known to him, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had preferred either to delegate or outsource his hallowed duties as the country’s Commander-in-Chief and Mourner-in-Chief to his minions. His minions, thus invested with presidential power, instead of showing compassion and fellow-feeling to their compatriots, carry on with haughtiness and uncommon […]

Imperatives of eradicating disguised unemployment with transparent recruitment

By BAMIDELE ATOYEBI  A retired NNPC director once confided in me: “If I were appointed as GMD of NNPC, the first thing I’d do is lay off hundreds of staff who contribute nothing. Many of them got in through godfathers or bribery and lack the technical know-how to move the company forward.”  His words, while harsh, reflected […]

Interrogating and understanding Tompolo’s romance with Tinubu

By ENEWARIDIDEKE EKANPOU Caution is a priceless word. Caution wards off waiting monsters and dangers when timely released to the concerned person. Differently, words are chosen to create a safe path for people to walk on, particularly for people who are already on a landmine-laden path. Developments in Nigeria indicate clearly that the time has come for […]

Between patriot Faleke and his stewardship of selflessness

By Ali A. Ali  In the corridors of power, where politics often wears a mask of self-interest, Hon. Dr. James Abiodun Faleke stands out as a shining beacon of hope. For two years, he has walked the halls of the 10th Assembly, leaving a trail of transformative impact in his wake. With every bill sponsored, […]

Two years in the hallowed chamber and Asuquo’s uncommon strides

By Mike Udo  In the heart of the Niger Delta, a region long shrouded in darkness by neglect and underdevelopment, a new dawn is breaking. Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong, a young and dynamic leader, has rolled up his sleeves to tackle the region’s challenges head-on. With a fierce determination to transform the lives of his people, […]

30% of Nigeria’s 24 million registered MSMEs shut down amid economic hardships

Most leading economies worldwide rely on Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to boost economic growth. MSMEs play a notable role in keeping societies together through job creation, thereby alleviating poverty among women and providing a young, energetic population with the resources required to thrive and compete globally.  But what happens when MSMEs experience a decline? […]

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