INEC and the road to 2027
By Ayo Ododo There are probably few jobs in Nigeria more thankless than conducting an election. The winner thinks he won because the people loved him. The loser is often convinced he lost because somebody somewhere tampered with the process. Between the two stands the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), praised by one side, condemned […]
NDDC’s 25th Anniversary: Matters Arising
By Braeyi Ekiye Credit must be given to former President Olusegun Obasanjo for his desperation in finding ‘lasting solution’ to the festering crisis in the Niger Delta. In spite of being the economic and financial muscle of the Nigerian State, since 1956 when petroleum was found in the region, the Niger Delta has remained underdeveloped. […]
Which way is Nigeria ?
By Basil Onwukwe The dream of lasting peace in Nigeria remains a fleeting illusion until fundamental human rights are equal and guaranteed for all. Without this, the pursuit of economic growth and political stability can never be fully realized. Righteousness exalts a nation, and doing things right is not an option. Let’s not pretend that […]
Enugu and two-years of connecting the dots of affordable housing
By GABRIEL OGIDI With the coming on stream of the Coal City Eastern Alliance, Independence layout Extension, River View Estate and Unity Estate Emene, there is a universal convergence of encomium on Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State for placing his best foot forward through the Enugu State Housing Development Corporation, ESHDC, to provide affordable mass […]
A Dove’s peaceful landing
After five years of tour of duty as a Vice Chancellor, Professor Noah Yusuf bows out gracefully after a resoundingly successful headship of the fast growing Islamic faith-based citadel of learning,Al-Hikmah University.
Why Nigeria needs an AI policy for its universities — Before it’s too late
I was in a Nigerian classroom some years ago, daydreaming about what I would do in college. Nigeria is bursting at the seams with raw talent, great minds, and daunting challenges.
