All political systems experience conflicts and contestations for their control. By the rational choice theory and as dissected in Gareth Morgan’s seminal work…

By Vincent G. Uba I have had serious thoughts as to why a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, who just graduated from the university and about to enter job market, was so hasty in making a video condemning the Federal Government and insulting the president of her country, branding him “terrible.” Instead of her […]

By Emmanuel Okoroafor Entrepreneurship is often portrayed as a journey of innovation, financial independence, and self-actualisation. But in Nigeria, it is more of a battle — a relentless struggle against an unforgiving system. From unreliable infrastructure to suffocating bureaucracy, Nigerian entrepreneurs are forced to navigate a harsh environment where survival often depends not just on […]

By JOMILOJU ABDULRAZAK On Tuesday, President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers State due to a political situation that threatened to escalate and potentially destabilize the entire country. As part of this declaration, he suspended the governor and the legislature for six months. This piece is not about determining who is right […]

By HENRY UDUTCHAY On Tuesday, March 11, 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu took a significant step forward in reviving the penal sector with the transmission of the name of Sylvester Ndidi Nwakuche to the National Assembly to be confirmed as substantive Controller General of the Nigeria Correctional Service, NCoS. This action is not just a recognition […]

In an era of climate uncertainty, population growth, and globalized supply chains, ensuring food safety has become one of humanity’s most pressing challenges

The recent removal of a sitting governor is a matter that I believe constitutes a serious violation of the Nigerian Constitution

By OKE ADAMUDAGHA The piece by one Annabel Ogheneganre titled: “Between Ogboru and Omo-Agege: Who is the greater asset to Urhobo” was a sour taste and a toxic narrative of a paid agent. It is very unfortunate that what I initially thought would be an interesting and insightful piece turned out to be nothing more than […]

By SAMUEL OROVWUJE Two of the most consequential political developments in the United States in Trump’s  second coming  have been the emergence of hostility toward immigration and the rise of identity politics. These shifts, particularly under the presidency of Donald Trump, have redefined the global political landscape. Immigration debates have increasingly become intertwined with economics, […]

The fate of Rivers State—and by extension, the stability of Nigeria—rests on the actions your administration takes toda

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s choice of the calm and peaceful Ibas, a son of Nko, Cross River State, may just be the tonic for the rebirth of the oil-rich state

By ENIOLA DABIRI Lagos is a rapidly growing and bustling city where everyone daily focuses on varied pursuits. However, one significant issue that often gets overlooked is random and careless parking of vehicles. This problem impacts people’s daily activities in diverse ways. While this may seem like a minor inconvenience at first glance, its effects transcend […]

By Chindaya Ahmadu Nigeria’s creative economy and tourism sector are both offering a veritable economic lifeline to Nigerian creatives and upbeat investors, and this is as a result of the policy initiatives and bold reforms of the Honorable Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa.  In alignment with President Bola […]

As the world accelerates its transition to renewable energy, financial risk remains a critical barrier. Wind, solar, and battery storage projects require substantial upfront investments

By EMMANUEL ARODOVWE March 14, 2025 made it exactly one year to the day in which the little known community of Okuama in Urhobo land was suddenly shot to global consciousness over the strange death of 17 Nigerian soldiers who had controversially left their places of primary postings, to engage in what was later described as […]