By YUSHAU SHUAIB At the recent public presentation of the book “According to the President” by Mallam Garba Shehu, former presidential spokesperson, precisely on July 9, 2025, a moment of unexpected eloquence and emotion stole the spotlight. Amidst a sea of statesmen and dignitaries — including former Head of State General Yakubu Gowon, former Vice Presidents […]

By BILKISU SHEKARAU  Insecurity in Nigeria has become a grim part of our daily lives. We wake up to distressing reports and are often met with a sense of indifference and resignation. The threats have persisted for far too long, and sadly, there is no clear sign of them abating. Our nation teeters on the edge […]

By BANJI OJEWALE Ghana, Black Africa’s oldest independent nation, is preparing for two landmark events in 2026 and 2027. In 2026, the Black Star land will be looking decades back, recalling 60 years after the tragic overthrow of the legendary Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, its founding president. Then, in 2027 Ghanaians and the international community will […]

By Arabinrin Aderonke Why does Nigeria, a country blessed with oil, gas, minerals, and millions of hardworking people, still struggle to meet its financial responsibilities? Why are public schools often in poor condition, hospitals lacking supplies, and some infrastructure projects delayed for years? Why does the government continue to borrow even when taxes are being […]

By Victory Adugbo A quiet monetary revolution is unfolding across the globe, and Africa is not left behind. With more than $15 billion worth of stablecoins now moving daily across public blockchains, the rise of “digital dollars” is forcing central banks to reckon with a fast-evolving shift in how people hold, move, and interact with […]