Mental health inequities are a growing concern in the United States, affecting millions of individuals, particularly in underserved communities.

I have studied carefully, the political imbroglio befalling the Local Government Council of Edo State, at such precarious time of our Nations’ history

By EMEKA NDU The recent debate surrounding the tax reform bills introduced by the Tinubu administration highlights the need to reassess Nigeria’s overall taxation strategy. One overlooked area is the taxation of wealth passed across generations. As Nigeria grapples with economic challenges and widening inequality, the reintroduction of the scrapped Capital Transfer Tax, CTT, emerges as […]

By CHIEDU OKOYE Christmas celebration is that time of the year when city dwellers make a beeline to their homes in rural towns. It is time for families’ reunions as people would return to their ancestral homes to celebrate the Christmas festival. Every Christmas will witness mass return of people to their home towns.  But how […]

By AMINU JAHUN Preparatory to the 1979 takeoff of the Second Republic, Nigeria’s Federal Military Government, FMG, established a Rotimi Williams- led 49-Member Constitution Drafting Committee, CDC, to craft a constitution for Nigeria, which brought the debate on the choice of an economic/political model to a national issue. Two historians from ABU and University of […]

By Christian Chimezie Electricity is the backbone of modern economies, driving industries, innovation, and daily life. In Nigeria, however, the national power grid, a lifeline for millions, faces chronic instability. As reported by The PUNCH on November 6, 2024, the national grid has collapsed ten times this year alone, underscoring critical vulnerabilities in its infrastructure. […]

By SHUAIB AGAKA The National Information Technology Development Agency, NITDA, has raised concerns over the failure of social media giants X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok to meet Nigeria’s tax filing requirements. According to a recent report obtained and published by PRNigeria titled “Analysis of Compliance with Laws and Misinformation Management by Social Media Platforms in Nigeria,” […]

By DARE OJEPE At this significant crossroads, the future prosperity of Nigeria heavily relies on visionary reforms and active civic participation. One such critical reform, currently being pursued by President Bola Tinubu,  involves the restructuring of our nation’s tax system—a move that promises to lay the foundation for sustainable economic growth and enhanced socio-economic equity. Let […]

By NICK DAZANG Once upon a time, it was the privileged members of the academia who reportedly lived in the Ivory Tower. Ensconced in their groove of academe, its exalted members had it all going for them. The streets in the campuses were usually well tarred and paved. The streets were adorned with well-manicured and fragrant […]

By Arabinrin Aderonke Change is never easy, but it is often necessary. In 2024, Nigeria witnessed a series of reforms that underscored the power of determined and purposeful leadership. Dr. Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman, Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), has redefined the tax sector in Nigeria. His efforts were not merely about adjusting policies; they […]

As the first full year of President Tinubu’s administration, 2024 has come with its unique share of challenges and triumphs.

Idowu Samuel Bioku, a Nigerian-born Lead Cloud Engineer, exemplifies how empowering young talent in technology can lead to global health impact.

By Mike Ozekhome THE SEEDS OF GREATNESS:  A JOURNEY BEYOND BEGINNINGS Not many people knew his full names, especially the acronym, M.C.K. I have been one of them until only recently. Since my primary school days in the 60s at my nearby home town of Iviukwe, the name Chief M.C.K. Orbih thundered and reverberated across […]

By Kunle Oyatomi WE can’t go about attending to our different activities without noticing the good developments around us, even when there are so-called ominous clouds threatening to block our silver linings. I prefer to see the cup half-full than half-empty. Kemi Badenoch and  Davido may feast on the imbalance of views on Nigeria; some […]

Mozambique stands at a defining juncture in its history. As the Constitutional Council prepares to announce the final results of the disputed October 2024 elections on Dec. 23,