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By Dakuku Peterside Nigeria is bleeding in places the nation rarely names until the funerals force a headline. In just the past two weeks, insurgent violence has torn through Kaiama Local Government in Kwara State and the Borgu–Agwara axis in Niger State—frontier territories that now look less like “outliers” and more like previews of a ...
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By Ismaila Uba Misilli President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent appointment of Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya as Renewed Hope Ambassador and Secretary for Party Outreach, Engagement and Mobilization is a strategic political decision anchored on trust, competence, loyalty and proven capacity. More importantly, it is a deliberate move to reposition the All Progressives Congress (APC) for ...
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By Gboyega Akosile Leadership is not tested in moments of applause. It is tested in moments of discomfort, when decisions are unpopular, emotions are high, and the future must be weighed against the present. The recent Makoko challenge in Lagos is one such moment, and it goes beyond a waterfront settlement. It is a defining ...
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By Saka Folarin Lawal Osun State is once again at a defining political moment. On Saturday, August 8, the state is scheduled to conduct its gubernatorial election, and the journey toward that decisive day has already begun in earnest. One of the critical early stages of the process is the selection of candidates to represent ...
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Erstwhile governor of Ekiti state, Peter Ayodele Fayose, has said only prayers will save Gov. Siminalayi Fubara from impeachment. The Rivers State House of Assembly is making the third attempt to impeach the governor, the first two attempts having floundered on the altar of efforts at political resolution of the rofo-rofo fight between the governor ...
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Last week, I attended a birthday celebration hosted by a friend in the oil and gas sector, with guests deeply involved in Nigeria’s petroleum industry: former colleagues, industry experts, and executives monitoring global markets. However, despite the festive setting, one topic dominated the conversations: Venezuela. Not the Venezuela of beaches and beauty, but the Venezuela ...
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The essay you circulated is rhetorically powerful, but its “simplicity” is achieved by subtracting the very provisions that determine the outcome. That is not clarity; it is selective accounting. Let’s dismantle the argument on its own terms calmly, sequentially, and with arithmetic that actually follows the law. 1) The core confusion: pension and health insurance ...
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By Idongesit Jonah At sixty, Ogun State Deputy Governor, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele FNSE, exemplifies a rare blend of intellectual depth, professional excellence and quiet political strength. Inded, her life’s journey reflects a steady climb marked not by noise, but by purpose, discipline and enduring impact. Born on January 8, 1966, to the late Professor Lateef ...
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We woke up to a shocking report from the National Assembly that specific provisions of the Tax Administration Act had been amended by an unidentified group before the legislation was gazetted by the government. The implication of this unfortunate act by the yet-to-be-identified persons is that the actual legislation passed and signed by the president ...
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By Abdullahi Ismaila Ahmad, PhD The emergence of Zacch Adedeji, PhD, as the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), began as a whisper before the formal announcement. Although the confirmation of his appointment came three months later, since he assumed office, he has practically demonstrated his capacity to take on the tax and ...
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By Pelumi Olajengbesi Esq. The Osun State House of Assembly recently passed a resolution reaffirming legal guidelines for the use of Local Government funds, and even went further by constituting a committee to investigate troubling allegations that monies meant for grassroots development were being diverted into private accounts and managed by unauthorized individuals. This decision ...
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By Sunday Dare On Friday, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu turned his gaze south-westward to the sprawling city of Ibadan. Over two years since his assumption of office, this is the President’s first berth in Ibadan, the political and spiritual capital of the Yoruba nation. Just as Kaduna spoke to his national reach barely a week ...
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Adegboyega Oyetola is a name synonymous with leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to public service. As he celebrates his 71st birthday, we honor a life of remarkable achievements and a legacy that continues to inspire many. Oyetola's journey is a testament to his unshakeable resolve and passion for serving his community. His tenure as Governor ...
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By Dare Adelekan At 68, Senator Iyiola Ajani Omisore remains one of Nigeria’s most enigmatic political figures — a man simultaneously celebrated and vilified, courted and condemned, embraced and rejected. To his admirers, he is a rose that continues to bloom despite the suffocating weeds of envy, conspiracy, and betrayal. To his detractors, he is ...
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By Tope Fasua Poverty, in its many guises, remains one of the most formidable barriers to sustainable development, human dignity, and social cohesion. The persistence of poverty in the twenty-first century, despite significant global advances in technology, medicine, and productivity, is a testament to its complex, multifaceted nature. Nowhere is this more evident than in ...
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By Dr.David Olalekan Olanrewaju The Super Eagles of Nigeria still have a very slim chance to make it to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada/Mexico/USA. It all depends on calculators, permutations, serious prayers and calculations now! Their fate is no more in their hands! It has awfully and painfully slipped away in Bloemfontein, South ...
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By Bola Bolawole “Two traditional rulers and their Oloris, not Fulani herdsmen, are said to be the brains behind kidnappings in Kwara state. Where are we headed in this country?” “The Bible said it all: The love of money is the root of evil” “It is because there is no consequence for bad behaviour here! ...
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By Femi Adesina When you have a bachelors degree in English and Drama tucked in your belt, and follow up with higher degrees in Communication Studies up to doctoral level, you are poised to conquer the world of journalism. And that was what she did. Dr Doyin Abiola (née Aboaba) took Nigerian journalism by storm. ...
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By Dakuku Peterside Trust is the everyday currency of democratic life. When it drains away, institutions may keep their names and seals, but they lose their weight. The recent Chatham House/NBS findings do not merely offer another set of gloomy numbers; they describe a social contract under strain. Almost half of Nigerians say they ...
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By Tanimu Yakubu In early 2024, Nigeria’s naira collapsed to ₦1,800 per dollar, rattling households and businesses alike. By August 2025, it had strengthened to ₦1,525. For President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, this was not just recovery but the opening proof of his broader political economy: building Nigeria on three foundations, credible currency, concrete infrastructure, and ...
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By Fredrick Nwabufo I have long admired Honourable Abike Dabiri-Erewa for her brilliance and ardour for duty. I believe it will not be an overreach to say she bears the totem of excellence. She comes to any assignment, whether in a private or public office, with gravitas, passion, and humility. I have seen this facility ...
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By Abdullahi. D. Mohammed It's approximately 1 year, 4 months and a couple of days before 2027, the year for the much anticipated political showdown, in Nigeria .For some, it is a long, slow agonizing period before the D-Day. While others consider it an inconceivably brief duration. In essence, 2027 seems far, yet so near. ...
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By Tanimu Yakubu When President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration dismantled Nigeria’s rigid foreign exchange regime in 2024, critics were quick to call it a currency collapse. The naira plunged to ₦1,800 per dollar in March 2024, and headlines screamed of economic freefall. But beneath the noise, a deliberate, high-risk economic recalibration was underway, one that ...
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By Ifeoluwa Oladapo Across the globe, particularly in regions with limited healthcare infrastructure, public health systems are facing increasing pressure. The combined challenges of infectious diseases, chronic conditions, and emerging health threats highlight the need for comprehensive and forward-looking strategies. A crucial, though sometimes underemphasised, component of these strategies is investment in biomedical research, which ...
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By Tunde Rahman As if blessed with clairvoyance or possibly having a premonition of President Muhammadu Buhari’s imminent death, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Mr. Boss Mustapha, seemed to have stirred up the debate around the former President’s political strength and likely impact on the 2027 election, even in death. On Wednesday, ...
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By Arabinrin Aderonke Why does Nigeria, a country blessed with oil, gas, minerals, and millions of hardworking people, still struggle to meet its financial responsibilities? Why are public schools often in poor condition, hospitals lacking supplies, and some infrastructure projects delayed for years? Why does the government continue to borrow even when taxes are being ...
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By Hon. Rotimi Makinde As the political landscape of Osun State continues to evolve, one thing is clear: the wishes of Ile Ife have become paramount. The rich history, cultural heritage, mineral resources, population, and influential voices of this ancient city have always played a significant role in shaping the state's politics. We must transform ...
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By Dakuku Peterside As the political season begins in Nigeria ahead of the 2027 elections, we are beginning to see another round of promises, slogans, and declarations of vision. Billboards will soon rise, rallies will be held, and political actors jostle for public attention. But beneath this loud, choreographed performance, a quieter tragedy unfolds in ...
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By Fred Itua By any measure, Nigeria's federal character is often marred by unhealthy political rivalries and missed development opportunities. Yet, in the heart of this cacophony, a remarkable symphony is emerging in Edo State. Governor Monday Okpebholo, in a move both strategic and visionary, has forged a rare alliance with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ...
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By Kayode Akinmade It is a great person, say the Yoruba, that does great things. But this is also true in plurality: great people do great things. In Ogun, Nigeria's Gateway State, the people and the government are building a prosperous future together, and Nigerians are taking ample notice. For years, the site that now ...