In the year since President Bola Tinubu took office, Nigeria has been engulfed by a confluence of economic turmoil and social unrest. The removal of the fuel subsidy and the devaluation of the naira have triggered a severe economic shock,…
In the late 70s and early 80s in Nigeria, especially in the South West and Northern states, Lagos and Kano in particular, over 60 percent of our working population were engaged in the textile industry. At one point in Lagos…
Nigeria stands at a pivotal juncture as citizens across the nation voice their demands for accountable governance through the #EndBadGovernance protests. While the anti-hunger movement reflects legitimate concerns and aspirations for a better future, it is not strange for the…
The recent suicide of an Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) officer in Abuja is a clear projection of the mounting mental health crisis in Nigeria. The officer, a diligent member of Course 5 of the EFCC Academy, was discovered…
To historians and literature students or even scholars, the “Ides of March” is not strange to them, especially in the ancient Roman Empire,where in 44BC, Julius Caesar was assassinated by the conspirators even after a soothsayer warned him to be…
In Nigeria, the relationship between security forces and peaceful protests is a critical aspect of maintaining democratic integrity and public order. As the country faces various socio-economic challenges, the manner in which security forces engage with demonstrators can significantly impact…
In response to escalating economic hardships exacerbated by surging inflation and a series of government policy changes, Nigeria is bracing for widespread protests scheduled for August. It is up to the government to determine a response that will not make…
In a democratic society, the right to protest holds significant importance, and this is particularly evident in Nigeria. Recent discussions regarding the planned August 1 #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests have sparked varied opinions. Protests serve as a means of democratic expression, allowing…
Nigeria is confronted not just by terrorism or economic instability, but by a fundamental and urgent need: food security. The country’s food inflation has surged to 40.8 percent, sounding a dire alarm that hunger looms large on the horizon. Shockingly,…
Nigerians are gearing up for a significant peaceful protest in response to the country’s worsening economic conditions. Scheduled to occur soon, this demonstration reflects widespread dissatisfaction with the current state of the nation, driven primarily by escalating hardship and perceived…
