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The passage of Nigeria’s 2025 budget has been fraught with controversy and uncertainty, raising concerns about its impact on the nation’s economy and the welfare of ordinary citizens. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s proposed budget of ¦ 47.9 trillion has been met with scepticism, with many questioning its ability to address Nigeria’s pressing socio-economic challenges. A ...

Is PVC still the best tool for democracy?

Kano Gov. bans ‘hard labour’ in schools after pupils forced to dig for pipeline

Fighting the scourge of counterfeit goods

Arbitrary tariff increases: A call to hold telecom operators accountable

Nigeria’s unemployment cancer is a call to action

The tragic cost of overworked doctors in Nigeria

The tragic cost of overworked doctors in Nigeria

The recent death of Dr. Joe Madu, a Nigerian doctor who tragically passed away after complaining of severe cough and chest pain, underscores the persistent and systemic issues within Nigeria’s healthcare system. Dr. Madu, who trained at Abia State University Medical School and aspired to become a surgeon, was in the early stages of his ...

Nigeria must avoid inflation pitfalls with its 2025 budget increase

Nigeria must avoid inflation pitfalls with its 2025 budget increase

The Nigerian government’s proposed increase in the 2025 budget, from N49.7 trillion to N54.2 trillion, is a double-edged sword. While an increase in the budget size might be crucial for addressing pressing national issues, it comes with a significant risk of exacerbating inflation if not carefully managed. This proposed expansionary fiscal policy, outlined by President ...

Still on electricity and telecom tariff hike

Still on electricity and telecom tariff hike

In recent weeks, discussions surrounding the planned increases in electricity and telecom tariffs in Nigeria have generated considerable debate, and rightfully so. While there are many supporting the tariff hikes as necessary measures for sector sustainability, the broader implications of such increases on the average Nigerian cannot be overlooked. These price hikes, which will inevitably ...

Why does the Eastern Rail Corridor remain abandoned?

Why does the Eastern Rail Corridor remain abandoned?

It is no longer news that the Eastern Rail Corridor Project, initiated during President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, which sought to link the South Eastern part of Nigeria to the rest of the nation, has been largely abandoned. This refers to the rail corridor stretching from Port Harcourt to Aba, Enugu to Benue, and up to ...

The crude oil diversion crisis

The crude oil diversion crisis

The recent alarm raised by the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) over the diversion of 500,000 barrels of crude oil daily, intended for local refineries, has brought to light a significant issue affecting Nigeria’s energy sector. According to PETROAN, oil-producing companies have been rerouting this crude to international markets, thereby stalling ...

Can EFCC partnership strategy end corruption in Nigeria?

Can EFCC partnership strategy end corruption in Nigeria?

Since the assumption of office last year, the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has been actively engaging with other government agencies in an effort to combat corruption in Nigeria. Through high-level partnerships with various stakeholders, the EFCC has aimed to foster collaboration towards the complete eradication of corruption in ...

Federal roads in a crisis

Federal roads in a crisis

As the 2025 rainy season looms, there is little optimism regarding the state of Nigeria’s federal roads. Despite the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi’s assurances that all federal roads would be in good condition by the end of 2024, the reality is far from what was promised. Instead, road users continue to face bad experiences, ...

Petrol tanker explosions: A national crisis

Petrol tanker explosions: A national crisis

The frequency and devastation caused by petrol tanker explosions in Nigeria have reached alarming levels, and both the government and citizens must recognise this as a national emergency. In just the past few weeks, over 100 lives were tragically lost in petrol tanker-related accidents across Oyo, Niger, and most recently, Enugu States. These horrific events ...

The irony of leadership without a population census

The irony of leadership without a population census

Population census is the backbone of a nation’s statistical system and its importance cannot be overstated. A country without accurate data from a proper population census is akin to existing in the dark, without a clear sense of direction. Sadly, this is the situation in Nigeria today. The last successful and widely accepted census in ...

Vandalism: Our power sector is a national emergency

Vandalism: Our power sector is a national emergency

The ongoing destruction of Nigeria’s power infrastructure is no longer just an inconvenience but a looming threat to national security and economic stability. Over the past month alone, more than 18 transmission towers were vandalized in various states including Rivers, Abia, and Kano, and parts of the nation’s capital, Abuja, were plunged into darkness due ...

Vandalism in Abuja: Smart infrastructure as antidote

Vandalism in Abuja: Smart infrastructure as antidote

Infrastructural vandalism in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, has become a growing and worrying issue that demands immediate action. The damage caused by these criminal acts not only puts public safety at risk but also impedes the city’s development and the country’s overall progress. A key first step in tackling this problem should be enhancing security measures ...

Nigerians need immediate relief from subsidy savings

Nigerians need immediate relief from subsidy savings

The recent briefing by Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, on the federal government’s plans for using the savings from fuel subsidy removal is notable. However, it raises a crucial concern among many Nigerians: despite the government’s promises, the benefits of this policy shift have yet to make a significant difference in the ...

Nigeria’s population boom needs critical attention

Nigeria’s population boom needs critical attention

Nigeria’s population growth has reached a critical juncture, with rapid increases in numbers placing immense pressure on the nation’s resources, economy, and infrastructure. By the end of 2025, the country’s population is expected to reach 237 million, an increase of over four million from 2023. More alarmingly, experts predict that the population could reach 450 ...

Hike galore: From fuel price to telecom tariffs

Hike galore: From fuel price to telecom tariffs

The relief many Nigerians hoped for with the reopening of the Port Harcourt and Warri refineries appears to have been short-lived, as the recent hike in the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and, by extension, the pump price, has dashed these hopes. This increase, endorsed by both the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited ...

Without comprehensive rehabilitation, government pardon fails

Without comprehensive rehabilitation, government pardon fails

The power vested in Nigerian governors under Chapter 6, Section 212 of the 1990 Nigerian Constitution to exercise the prerogative of mercy is a fundamental aspect of the judicial system. This provision allows governors to pardon convicted individuals, offering them a chance for redemption. However, as with any power, its use must be responsible, measured, ...

Lessons from Trump’s swift executive actions

Lessons from Trump’s swift executive actions

The stark contrast between the fast-paced political manoeuvrings of US President Donald Trump and Nigeria’s notoriously slow and bureaucratic political processes cannot be overstated. Upon assuming office, Trump wasted no time, quickly signing a series of executive orders that initiated immediate policy changes. From border security to climate agreements, his presidency was characterised by decisiveness ...

Tinubu’s foreign policy scorecard: A year in review

Tinubu’s foreign policy scorecard: A year in review

In a rapidly changing global landscape, nations must constantly reevaluate their foreign policies to safeguard their interests and enhance their international standing. For Nigeria, a country with a rich history of leadership in Africa and on the global stage, this process is no longer a matter of choice, it is a necessity. The administration of ...

Food crisis: Promises will not feed the populace

Food crisis: Promises will not feed the populace

The escalating food insecurity in Nigeria is a crisis that continues to worsen, despite the federal government’s repeated assurances and promises. Six months ago, Agriculture and Food Security Minister Abubakar Kyari pledged that food prices would experience significant reductions within 180 days. Yet, millions of Nigerians are still grappling with soaring food prices, as staple ...

This ever-rising inflation rate in Nigeria

This ever-rising inflation rate in Nigeria

According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), Nigeria’s inflation rate has once again risen, from 33.60% in November to 34.8% in December 2024. This continual increase in inflation is a growing concern for the nation, particularly since the current administration took office on 29th May 2023. The inflation rate escalated sharply following President Bola ...

USSD debt dispute and implications

USSD debt dispute and implications

The long-standing dispute between telecom companies and financial institutions over the N250bn Unstructured Supplementary Service Data (USSD) debt has finally reached a critical juncture. In a move that underscores the intensifying pressure on telecom operators, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has authorised the disconnection of USSD services for nine financial institutions, starting January 27, 2025. ...

Chibok’s terror is our terror

Chibok’s terror is our terror

The latest wave of attacks on Chibok community in Borno State by suspected Boko Haram terrorists marks yet another dark chapter in a long history of suffering and terror in the region. The devastation inflicted by these attacks—most recently in Bazir village, which saw the deaths of two brothers and the burning of homes and ...

Death trap roads: A national emergency

Death trap roads: A national emergency

Nigeria’s road infrastructure has deteriorated to the point where it can no longer be regarded as a mere transportation issue; it has become a full-blown national emergency. The latest report from SB Morgem Intelligence paints a grim picture of the nation’s highways, which have transformed from vital arteries of commerce into perilous corridors that claim ...

Can the opposition unite to topple APC in 2027?

Can the opposition unite to topple APC in 2027?

As Nigerians prepare for the 2027 general elections, the political landscape is becoming increasingly complex, with various factions and political leaders making strategic moves to challenge the dominance of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Opposition parties have faced significant challenges in recent years, but now, new initiatives are being put in place to achieve ...

Near seamless change of old Naira notes

Near seamless change of old Naira notes

The attempts by former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, to forcibly replace certain denominations of the Naira without adequate preparation remain a dark chapter in Nigeria’s economic history. The policy, which resulted in a severe shortage of currency, wreaked havoc on the daily lives of millions of Nigerians. The scarcity ...

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