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Recreating Nigeria to avert collapse

Recreating Nigeria to avert collapse

By Michael Owhoko, Ph.D Root cause of Nigeria’s problem is, unarguably, an inappropriate system of government. Bad governance, poor economy, insecurity and corruption are just offshoots. It is absurd to pool people characterised by ethnic nationalism with diverse regional allegiance, culture, interest and vision together under a central government, and expect to make progress. Nigeria’s ...

Aregbesola’s “love letter” to President Tinubu

Tribute to NIWA’s helmsman on his birthday anniversary

Of Masters Energy Group, detractors and the Nigerian economy

Osun: Dancing on the grave of Lagbaja and the unroyal gaffe

Dangote Refinery: Finally, a solution Nigeria can’t import!

Governor Obaseki’s legacy of service

Governor Obaseki’s legacy of service

By Elvis Eromosele As Governor Godwin Obaseki prepares to step aside and hand over the reins of leadership, I find myself reflecting on the past eight years with a changed perspective. I have always been cautious about businessmen entering politics, fearing they would prioritise private interests over public good. However, Obaseki’s tenure has proven me ...

Obaseki’s legacy of transformation in Edo

Obaseki’s legacy of transformation in Edo

As the sun sets on Governor Godwin Obaseki’s tenure in Edo State, it is essential to reflect on the remarkable progress made during his two terms of eight years in office. From infrastructure and healthcare to agriculture, civil service reforms and digital technology transformation, his administration has left an indelible mark on the state. His ...

Tax Reform Bill: Revealing the hidden facts

Tax Reform Bill: Revealing the hidden facts

By Arabinrin Aderonke Let’s be honest: For years, Nigeria’s tax system has been a source of frustration, confusion, and sometimes even unfairness. Whether you're a small business owner fighting to keep your business going or a worker frustrated by the large portion of your paycheck that seems to vanish into taxes, we’ve all felt the ...

President Tinubu, executive clemency and the other side of empathetic leadership

President Tinubu, executive clemency and the other side of empathetic leadership

By Stanley Nkwocha President Bola Tinubu’s intervention in the case of pardoned suspects arrested during the August 1, 2024 protests exemplifies empathetic and compassionate leadership. Invoking his constitutional power of executive clemency, commonly known in our clime as presidential pardon, the president ordered their immediate release. His act of mercy extended beyond ordering their release; ...

Not too young to commit crime but…

Not too young to commit crime but…

By Bola Bolawole Too many Nigerians are too difficult to understand, most especially the educated ones among them, or, should I say, the supposedly-educated! They approbate and reprobate at the same time. In one breath they affirm that they stand for something; in yet another they negate the same thing they claimed to stand for. ...

Airfare: Flying beyond reach

Airfare: Flying beyond reach

By Dakuku Peterside A military officer who served as Nigeria’s Aviation Minister between 1985 and 1993 during the Babangida years once remarked that air travel was a luxury not meant for the poor. At the time, this comment sparked public outrage for its apparent insensitivity. Yet, more than thirty years later, that statement has proven ...

Osun: Where is Governor Adeleke’s 114 tractors, palliative buses?

Osun: Where is Governor Adeleke’s 114 tractors, palliative buses?

By Waheed Adekunle It has become imperative to demand from Senator Ademola Adeleke the whereabouts of the touted 114 tractors claimed to have been purchased for staggering N8billion. It is no longer news that the current administration has failed the people of the state in various ways as seen in its inability to fulfil many ...

As Nigeria prepares for another IMO elections

As Nigeria prepares for another IMO elections

By Osagie Edward Nigeria is set to contest for a seat in the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council under Category C, a strategic move with significant potential for both the country and the wider African region. The Category C seat represents an opportunity for nations with maritime interests to influence global maritime policies. For Nigeria, ...

39th Convocation Ceremonies and UNILORIN’s celebration of excellence

39th Convocation Ceremonies and UNILORIN’s celebration of excellence

By Kunle Akogun By all conceivable standards, the just concluded 39th Convocation Ceremonies of the University of Ilorin was suffused with all the trappings of a world class outing. At the ceremonies that held on October 21st and 22nd, 2024, a total of 12,042 graduands convoked. Of this number, 256 came out with First Class, ...

How Tinubu’s tax reforms will ease citizens burdens

How Tinubu’s tax reforms will ease citizens burdens

By Dare Adekanmbi The transmission of four bills that aim to overhaul Nigeria’s tax system to the National Assembly two weeks ago by President Bola Tinubu has sparked debates in the polity about the purpose of the bills. Some have expressed fears that the bills may encapsulate proposals calling for a raise in tax rates ...

Enhancing real estate value through qualitative proactive maintenance culture: The role of professional engagement

Enhancing real estate value through qualitative proactive maintenance culture: The role of professional engagement

By ESV Adeyemo Mujidat Bolanle, ANIVS As the Real Estate industry continues to evolve, maintaining the value of properties remains a pressing concern for investors, owners, and occupiers. Effective maintenance is crucial to preserving and enhancing the value of real estate assets especially in this era of high cost of construction arising from skyrocketing cost ...

Addressing the issues within Nigeria’s criminal justice system

Addressing the issues within Nigeria’s criminal justice system

By Janet. B. Olaniran Improving Nigeria’s criminal justice system necessitates comprehensive judicial, police, and prison reforms. Judicial reforms should focus on expediting trials, enhancing access to legal aid for indigent defendants, and updating outdated laws to reflect current realities. Police reforms must prioritise better training and education, accountability for misconduct, and the implementation of community ...

Community participation in public infrastructure development: A panacea for current realities?

Community participation in public infrastructure development: A panacea for current realities?

By Oguntokun, Babajide Femi In recent years, Nigeria has witnessed a troubling surge in the costs of goods and services, exacerbated by a crippling decay in public infrastructure. Roads are potholed and electricity supply remains erratic, hindering economic growth and diminishing quality of life. Amidst these challenges, community participation in public infrastructure development emerges as a ...

Nigerians and the Tinubu Economic Reforms

Nigerians and the Tinubu Economic Reforms

By Salisu Na’inna Dambatta A viral video clip shows President Bola Ahmed Tinubu saying that he was elected to implement reforms and that was why he removed the subsidy on petrol on his first day in office as President. He said that the subsidy on petrol was a pipeline for fraud. He said that more ...

Why youth entrepreneurs are key to tackling climate change in Africa

Why youth entrepreneurs are key to tackling climate change in Africa

By Tony O. Elumelu I am a proud Nigerian and a proud African. I am also a philanthropist and entrepreneur—and I have seen firsthand that to effectively tackle climate change within the African context, from Egypt to Nigeria to South Africa, we must look to the people it impacts. Too often our businesses have not ...

Ogun Dry Port Project and Dapo Abiodun’s continued quest for industrialization

Ogun Dry Port Project and Dapo Abiodun’s continued quest for industrialization

By Lekan Adeniran The Gateway Inland Dry Port Container Terminal, whose groundbreaking ceremony was performed on 11 October, represents a significant stride in the quest by Governor Dapo Abiodun’s administration to industrialise Ogun State. This initiative aims to enhance the logistical capabilities of the state, providing a crucial link between the maritime industry and the ...

NAFDAC: Down the memory lane, a glimpse of uncommon achievements and grace

NAFDAC: Down the memory lane, a glimpse of uncommon achievements and grace

By Sayo Akintola February 2022 would remain indelible in the history of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NÀFDAC). It was one of the increasing periods of uncommon achievements which has characterised the past six years in the life of the Agency under the leadership of Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye. It was ...

Optimising revenue generation through effective management of government commercial properties

Optimising revenue generation through effective management of government commercial properties

By ESV OLUFOKUNBI, Olabisi Esther - HND, Bsc., ANIVS, RSV (Oyo State Housing Corporation) Government commercial properties play a crucial role in the economy, serving as vital sources of revenue for public agencies. These properties, which include office buildings, retail spaces, and industrial facilities, can significantly contribute to local and national economies when managed effectively. ...

Ogun Dry Port: Yet another game changer in Nigeria’s industrial capital

Ogun Dry Port: Yet another game changer in Nigeria’s industrial capital

By Kayode Akinmade The Ogun State governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, is apparently one politician unmoved by the antics of mischief makers. While getting panned by hack and hired writers for “building no roads,” he built over 600km of roads in just four years. The critics travelled on the Sagamu-Abeokuta road and the Mojoda-Epe-Ijebu Ode road, ...

Ogun dry port: Yet another game changer in Nigeria’s industrial capital

Ogun dry port: Yet another game changer in Nigeria’s industrial capital

The Ogun State governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, is apparently one politician unmoved by the antics of mischief makers. While getting panned by hack and hired writers for “building no roads”, he built over 600km of roads in just four years. The critics travelled on the Sagamu-Abeokuta road and the Mojoda-Epe-Ijebu Ode road, among many others, ...

Addressing the issues within Nigeria’s criminal justice system

Addressing the issues within Nigeria’s criminal justice system

By Janet B Olaniran Improving Nigeria’s criminal justice system necessitates comprehensive judicial, police, and prison reforms. Judicial reforms should focus on expediting trials, enhancing access to legal aid for indigent defendants, and updating outdated laws to reflect current realities. Police reforms must prioritise better training and education, accountability for misconduct, and the implementation of community ...

Unpaid Ground Rent: The ticking time bomb for government estate

Unpaid Ground Rent: The ticking time bomb for government estate

By ESV OLUFOKUNBI, Olabisi Esther - HND, Bsc, ANIVS, RSV (Oyo State Housing Corporation) Consequent upon the promulgation of Land Use act of 1978, there are no land owners but land holders, because all lands belong to government including lands in villages, communities and inherited/ancestral lands. All lands in Nigeria are vested on the governors ...

Yomi Akingbade: Illuminating lives with light of generosity

Yomi Akingbade: Illuminating lives with light of generosity

By Kunle Ajibogun Otunba Yomi Akingbade is a scion of the popular Akingbade family in the ancient city of Akure, the capital of Ondo state. He is a direct son of Chief Akinleye John Akingbade, a renowned cocoa merchant. The America-based public administrator and businessman is the Chairman of Aladewe Group of companies and founder ...

NIMASA’s mandate: Beyond maritime administration

NIMASA’s mandate: Beyond maritime administration

By Jimoh Olorede, PhD Services being provided by the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) encompass a lot more than maritime administration and regulation. In its commitment to adopting the global best practices in the provision of maritime services in Nigeria, the agency prioritises effective maritime safety administration, maritime labour regulation and marine pollution ...

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