The Nigerian Police routinely outcompetes itself in absurdities, but the arraignment of 30 children last week in Abuja by the police for allegedly plotting a coup to topple the Tinubu administration was the lowest point the police has ever sunk to

Time is a resource we all have, but how we choose to spend it differs drastically. In our youth, particularly in our 20s, we are often comforted by the idea that we have “our whole lives ahead of us.”

Sesan Shomefun The recent calls by Governors of the 36 states urging the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to halt further importation of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) also known as petrol into the country can best be described as a poor judgement of the workings of the oil industry, particularly the downstream sector. According […]

By A. O. Bolaji Egbon, don’t you remember me?’ Those were his first words as a mutual friend asked if I didn’t remember him.  We were together in America during Obama’s election in 2008. We went around during the coverage. We even had lunch on you,’ he said. That was when I remembered this young, enterprising […]

By Arabinrin Aderonke The Tax Reform Bill has become a point of discussion in Nigeria, generating enthusiasm and concern among various stakeholders, and the general public. This reform includes four legislative proposals: the Nigeria Tax Bill, which aims to eliminate multiple taxation; the Nigeria Tax Administration Bill (NTAB), designed to harmonize tax processes across all […]

As Americans head to the polls to elect their next president, the world is reminded of the far-reaching implications of this election outcome.

By Dr. Sarah Amana Financial freedom is more than an aspiration—it is a state of being where individuals can meet their financial needs, plan for the future, and live without undue financial stress. For millions of Africans, however, the journey to financial freedom is fraught with challenges. With economic instability, rising inflation, and limited access […]

By Kabir Aminu In the realm of public service, few individuals embody the essence of selfless dedication and commitment. Dr. Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein, Nigeria’s Accountant General, stands out. Her journey, from Iperu Remo in Ikenne LGA of Ogun State, laid bare the presentation of what an individual armed with purpose, passion, and persistence can achieve. […]

By Philip Agbese The recent honorary doctorate conferred on Hon. Abubakar Kabir Bichi, alongside notable figures like First Lady H.E. Senator Remi Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and Senator Aliyu Wammako, is a well-deserved recognition of their exceptional contributions across various fields. The conferment of this honour by the Federal University of Dutsin Ma (FUDMA) […]

By Johnson Abutu A name is more than just a label; it’s the DNA of identity forged in the fires of heritage and history. Derived from ancient roots – Old English ‘nama’ and Old High German ‘namo’ – a name carries the weight of distinction, setting individuals and institutions apart. In the biblical narrative, God’s […]

By Sijibomi Ogundele I arrived at the Force CID office in the capital city of Abuja with a trove of evidence: the title documents of the Leonardo project in Banana Island, approvals from Lagos State, and all pertinent papers proving our utmost commitment to transparency with the audacious LeonardoBySujimoto project. We clarified that that there […]

By Garba Tsoho Dangoro It is Allah that gives power to whosoever he pleases, and it is only him that possesses the might to take it at any time he deems fit and none can question him – Quran chapter 3, verse 26. But reading the piece by one Adnan Mukhtar on the above subject […]

By HAFIZ BAKARE THE Nigerian Government has taken a number of policy decisions in the last 18 months, mainly fuel subsidy removal and floating/unification of the exchange rate, with subsequent dire consequences on the purchasing power and well-being of the people. Given the dependence on fuel importation due to eroded local refining capacity over many years, […]

By Adnan Mukhtar Nigeria’s Deputy Senate President, Barau Jibrin, seemed well-positioned to shape discussions on Nigerian political strategy, but his recent ill-advised moves and ineffective decisions may have far-reaching consequences, potentially undermining the influence he should wield as the country’s third-highest-ranking official. Barau Jibrin, fondly known as Maliya, is a household name in Kano politics. […]

Despite being one of Africa’s largest economies, Nigeria’s stock market, represented by the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX), is diminutive compared to mature financial markets