The recent decision by the Nigerian Senate to establish an investigative panel in response to allegations against Deputy Senate Leader Oyelola Yisa Ashiru highlights a critical juncture in the nation’s political landscape. The accusations levelled by the National Drug Law…
The recent collapse of Nigeria’s power grid for the third time in just one week is a stark reminder of the ongoing energy crisis that has plagued the nation. Following similar blackouts last week, this latest incident marks the eighth…
The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal to eradicate poverty by 2030 appears increasingly unattainable, especially in light of the World Bank’s recent report. Despite concerted global efforts, nearly 700 million people are still living on less than $2.15 per day.…
The recent petrol tanker explosion in Majiya Town, Jigawa State, is a heart-wrenching reminder of the precariousness of life and the urgent need for enhanced safety measures in our transportation systems. The loss of 140 lives, with nearly 90 others…
World Food Day (WFD), celebrated on October 16th, was established by the Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO) in 1979, coinciding with its founding on the same date in 1946. The day aims to raise awareness about the global fight against…
As Nigeria navigates a challenging economic landscape under President Ahmed Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope administration, an important question arises: does the Nigerian Economic Summit truly benefit the everyday citizen? This annual gathering of policymakers, business leaders, and civil society aims…
The tragic capsizing of a boat on the Niger River on Independence Day, which left no fewer than 150 passengers feared dead, is a reminder of the urgent need for improved safety measures in our waterways. The incident, occurring in…
There is an alarming urgency regarding the future of Nigeria’s public university system. Recent statements from President of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Emmanuel Osodeke, during the ASUU State of the Nation conference in Abuja, underscore this reality.…
Nigerians have long lost count of the promises made by the Federal Government and its petroleum managers, particularly the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), regarding the restart of the Port Harcourt Refinery and the other refineries in the country.…
In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the role of government in fostering innovation cannot be overstated. Dr. BosunTijani, Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, recently addressed critics of his ministry’s push for artificial intelligence (AI) and talent development.…
