By Philip Agbese In Africa’s modern political landscape, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu stands out as a leader who exemplifies visionary leadership and diplomatic tact. As Deputy Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives and head of Nigeria’s delegation to the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), his tenure has been marked by a relentless drive to strengthen cooperation […]

By Jennifer Awirigwe As Nigeria marks its 64th year of independence, it’s a time for celebration and reflection. But amidst the festivities, it’s crucial to remember that true independence extends beyond national sovereignty. It also encompasses the freedom of individuals to chart their own paths, make choices without fear, and contribute meaningfully to society. For […]

By Ignatius Ekengwu Nigeria’s manufacturing sector is filled with potential, yet it remains underdeveloped in comparison to other economies around the world. In an evolving global marketplace, where efficiency, quality, and precision are critical, Nigeria’s traditional manufacturing methods are no longer adequate. The country must take bold steps to modernize its industrial space if it […]

By PAUL ADAMS FOR many years, the criminals made life hell for Kaduna State residents. If they were not stealing and looting from them, they were kidnapping them for ransom or worse, killing them. It was beginning to seem like the security operatives were helpless and the ordinary people were conscripted to a fate of plunder. […]

By Tayo Ogunbiyi Street trading and roadside parking have long been a major cause of traffic gridlock in Lagos State. There is, however, a divergence of opinions on what should be the response of the State government to street trading, in particular. Some are of the view that the government should not enforce a ban […]

By Dr. Bolaji Akinola As Nigeria marks 64 years of independence, one of the most glaring failures of our post-colonial governance is the tragic collapse of our indigenous shipping industry. The Nigerian National Shipping Line (NNSL), bequeathed to us by the colonial administration as a robust national shipping carrier, once stood as a symbol of […]

By LUKE OBILERI ON the very auspicious occasion of the 64th independence anniversary of Nigeria, the event, no doubt, presents us with another opportunity to introspect on the journey so far to nationhood and sustainable development. The ride has been bumpy at times with its numerous highs and lows, and with lots of missed opportunities. […]

It is essential to set the record straight, not out of obligation to dignify the baseless and unfounded claims of some ignorant and unscrupulous persons against Professor Bart Nnaji; but to ensure that truth is upheld.It’s even troubling when individuals use the power of the pen not to inform, educate, or uplift society, but to […]

By MUSA KRISHI October 1 every year is a special day for Nigerians, as  it marks the country’s independence anniversary. It is double celebrations for the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr Abbas Tajudeen, whose birthday falls on the same day. While Nigeria gained independence on October 1, 1960, the Speaker was born on […]

By Maryam Shettima As Nigeria celebrates its 64th Independence Anniversary, it presents an opportunity to reflect on the nation’s journey since 1960, its achievements, ongoing development projects, and the promising future that lies ahead. This year’s celebration is particularly significant, coinciding with the dawn of a new administration under President Bola Tinubu, whose vision and […]

By Bamidele Paul Atoyebi Nigeria has the potential to achieve anything being done with technology globally, and we can even do it better and sustain it. It surprises me that we don’t have engineers capable of building sophisticated military weapons that would command respect from the West, East, African Union, and beyond. Is it due […]

By Arabinrin Aderonke There’s no complete tax administration without proper data research and statistics. In just one year, Dr. Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman, Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), has shown commitment to enhancing research that simplifies the tax process in Nigeria. His zeal has laid a strong foundation for a system that not only collects […]

By Mobolaji Egbewunmi Tax payment is a statutory responsibility as entrenched in section 24 of the Nigerian 1999 constitution as amended. That section states that everybody who earns an income must declare the same to the authority and that this declaration must be honest. That is why tax payment is considered a civic responsibility. It […]

By Gideon Obhakhan Edo State’s 2024 governorship election has come and gone. The winner, Senator Monday Okpebholo, popularly called Akpakomiza has been declared as governor-elect by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. The declaration by INEC has obviously triggered some mixed feelings in Edo State. While those in the All Progressives Congress, APC are jubilating, […]

By LUKA DANBOYI THE self-immolating tendency for people to be indifferent to situations in which they are not directly involved seems to be playing out in the debacle in Rivers State. Curiously, there are people who are enjoying the political drama between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor-cum-godfather, Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital […]