Current economic challenges and how we got to where we are
The Nigerian economy has long been vulnerable to exploitation, and the events following the CBN’s 2016 decision to float the naira are a clear example. Faced with declining reserves and…
ALAKE ON RESCUE MISSION: A REVIEW
By Tunde Rahman “Alake on Rescue Mission” is much more than a photo book of activities, events and work of the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Oladele Henry Alake,…
The Paradox of Nigeria’s Development Aspirations
By Jamiu Julius ADEBAYO Nigerians often express admiration for countries like Singapore, China, Malaysia, India, the US, Canada, and the UK, aspiring to replicate their economic and social successes. However,…
Saraki’s False Crusade: Unmasking the Hypocrisy Behind the Demolition Controversy
The recent demolition of the Crystal Place shopping mall in Ilorin has sparked an outcry from former Senate President Dr. Bukola Saraki, who has seized this event as an opportunity to…
Guardians of the Gulf: The Nigerian Navy’s Strides in Security, Community Service and Sports by Babajide FADOJU
A salient area of focus for the Nigerian Government has been on tackling insecurity, particularly in regions affected by militancy, insurgency and banditry. Heightened incidences of oil theft, illegal refining,…
Why Nigeria Deserves UN Security Council Permanent Seat
By Tunde Rahman Nigeria has significantly contributed troops and police officers to the United Nations peacekeeping operations worldwide since 1960. That year, the Nigeria Police deployed the first-ever contingent of…
EXPLAINER: President Tinubu’s Drive for Foreign Direct Investments
By Temitope Ajayi In his independence anniversary broadcast on October 1st, President Bola Tinubu enumerated his administration's efforts to drive foreign direct investments into the country. He noted that within…
Maiduguri and President Tinubu’s fine examples of compassion
By Fredrick Nwabufo Compassion is an intrinsic value of leadership. Where there is compassion in leadership, there is healing, solidarity, and community. Leadership exists not in a vacuum but in…
The detention of Seaman Abbas Haruna: What actually transpired? By Karim Laka
The video that has recently emerged of the attempted disarming of a Nigerian Navy personnel, Seaman Abbas Haruna is shedding more light into the controversial saga that made its way…
In memory of Lieutenant Commander Gideon Yashim Gwaza (1985-2024)
By Tolu Ogunlesi “I am glad that my husband died a hero, but this was not our agreement… we had nine years of the deepest love, happy marriage and true…