According to the Christian bible, after the Israelites conquered Jericho, Joshua placed a curse upon whoever ever considered its rebuilding. At the cost of his firstborn shall he lay its foundation, and at the cost of his youngest son shall he…
The Minimum Wage Act of 2019 signed by former President Muhammadu Buhari set the amount at N30,000. Five years later, not all governors are paying the current wage award which expired in April. The Act is to be reviewed every…
Nigeria’s recent achievement in extending its continental shelf by 16,300 square kilometers is a landmark victory that solidifies its position as a major maritime nation. This feat, announced by President Bola Tinubu, is a testament to the country’s unwavering commitment…
In just three short months, 295 lives have been lost and 315 people injured in road accidents across 24 states and the Federal Capital Territory. Ogun State and Kwara State have been particularly hard hit, with 43 and 28 fatalities…
Barely fourteen days to the first year anniversary of this federal government, Nigerians have continued to groan under high cost of living, amidst a catalogue of failed promises. Despite its chants of ‘Renewed Hope Agenda,’ a cup of garri/rice has since…
For years, the narrative has been the same — the economy withers and the common man cries out for reprieve, only to be met with an endless array of impediments. When it is time to intercede for the poor, Nigerians are…
Millions of Nigerians are groaning because of the devastating inflationary pressure that is making it impossible for many to consume the minimum calories required for a healthy living. It is known that Nigeria’s macroeconomic environment has become very harsh in…
The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) has taken a significant step towards achieving energy transition, efficiency, and reliability in the country with the unveiling of two strategic documents – the National Energy Plan (NEP) and National Energy Master Plan (NEMP).…
As President Bola Tinubu is set to mark one year in office, the nation is gripped by a sense of déjà vu. The scourge of banditry, which had seemingly subsided, has returned with a vengeance, leaving a trail of death,…
October 30, 2023 remains a sad commentary in the history of Rivers State. This fateful day was the day a handful of lawmakers in the Rivers State House of Assembly, believed to be loyal to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT)…
