The US presidential election is only a few days away and polls show Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump statistically tied with no clear sign of a victor.

By Rasheed Olanrewaju Zubair You won’t be wrong if you dub or re-christen her “Philanthropist” for that is what her life trajectory truly represents. The many lives she has touched, milestones she has covered, her achievements, her mentorship, and the many challenges she has faced in her 38 years of earthly existence give credence to […]

By Nnadozie Anthony In the complex and often tumultuous landscape of Nigerian politics, Professor Yakubu Mahmood has emerged as a transformative figure in the quest for electoral reform. As the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmood has dedicated his tenure to enhancing the integrity, transparency, and overall credibility of Nigeria’s electoral process. […]

By Achi William-Wobodo Being a judge, is a tough personal call to make. It is a highly demanding and ethical job to do, which makes a judge vulnerable and prone to bullying. A judge is trained to rise up in defence of the defenseless, yet he cannot defend himself. The rot in our society has […]

By Nasiru Mohammed Defiant and determined, the force against the Chief of Staff to the President, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, are not unfamiliar, writes Nasiru Mohammed. Anyone who knows the Chief of Staff to the president, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, fairly enough, will always scoff at the many nonsenses so far alleged against his name. At best, […]

By Bulus Ibrahim Kaduna State is positioning itself as a model of fiscal innovation and sustainable development, thanks to a newly unveiled five-year financial strategy.  At a recent event organised by the Ministry of Finance in collaboration with Deloitte, a renowned audit, consulting, tax, and advisory firm, Governor Uba Sani’s administration presented its roadmap for […]

By Lekan Adeniran The Gateway Inland Dry Port Container Terminal, whose groundbreaking ceremony was performed on 11 October, represents a significant stride in the quest by Governor Dapo Abiodun’s administration to industrialize Ogun State. This initiative aims to enhance the logistical capabilities of the state, providing a crucial link between the maritime industry and the […]

By Julius Ogunro The US presidential election is only a few days away and polls show Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump statistically tied with no clear sign of a victor. This is probably the closest US presidential election ever. Harris, the Democratic Party’s candidate, and Republican Trump are campaigning tirelessly in […]

By Ezenwa Nwagwu As the build up to the 2027 election begins, to my mind, three core areas require our attention for effective agenda setting: technology, transparency, and accountability. This article will respectfully discuss each in turn, emphasizing the roles of IREV, INEC, and political parties. This conversation will involve some hard truths, which I […]

By Edem Darlington On May 29, 2023, when the current Governor Bassey Edet Otu took over office as the fourth democratically elected governor of Cross River State in the current fourth republic, expectations were high and the yearnings of Cross Riverians were almost felt. Governor Bassey Otu arrived at the rostrum of leadership of the […]

The Supreme Court on Tuesday, October 22, reserved judgment in the suit filed by 19 state governments challenging the constitutionality of the laws establishing the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and two other anti-corruption bodies

I explore some key lessons that Nigeria can learn from the U.S. space journey and how we can apply these insights

By Jonathan Eze The new Minister of Women Affairs, Hon Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim has a proven track record of service, integrity, and most importantly, a very compassionate and empathetic woman who feels the pains of others and act to relieve them. She embodies a harmonious blend of intelligence, elegance and compassion, making her a captivating and […]

Tobacco use remains one of the most pressing public health challenges of our time, responsible for more than 8 million deaths annually worldwide

By Arabinrin Aderonke Atoyebi The economy is changing, and we can all see that. With President Bola Tinubu in charge and Dr. Zacch Adedeji leading the Federal Inland Revenue Service, Nigeria is stepping into an era that promises to reshape its tax administration. This moment is important, as it represents a break from the past, […]