By Babayola M. Toungo The plight of the nomadic Fulbe reverberates quietly, almost inaudibly, beneath the cacophony of Nigeria’s national discourse. As existential threats encircle their communities, the silence of Fulbe elites…
Category: Opinion
Ardo accuses APC Government of alleged political thuggery
From Umar Dankano, Yola The Adamawa state 2023 governorship candidate of the Social Democratic party (SDP). Dr. Umar Ardo has accused the APC led government of sponsoring thug s to intimidate perceived…
In Defence of Truth Against the Merchants of Chaos
In Defence of Truth Against the Merchants of Chaos By: Muhammad Auwalu Yakasai In the restless arena of Nigerian politics, it is not unusual for falsehood to dress itself in the garments…
Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo: Transforming Education and Empowerment in Nigeria and Africa
By Shehu Adamu Education remains one of the most powerful tools for social and economic transformation, and few individuals have demonstrated this truth more clearly than Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, the visionary…
Escalating Political Violence in Northern Nigeria: A Threat to Democratic Stability
By Babayola M. Toungo In recent days, a disturbing surge of political violence has swept through some northern states, casting a long shadow over the nation’s democratic aspirations. Incidents in Kaduna, Jigawa,…
Passport Price Increase: Infringing The Citizen’s Right, Monetizing A National Symbol
By: Isa Muhammad Inuwa . RECENT announcement by the Nigerian Immigration Service, NIS, of hiking the price of travellers’ passport to N100, 000 and N200, 000 categories, is reportedly the second time…
₦5.28 Trillion and Counting: Why the North West Must Rethink Amnesty and Invest in Security and Youths
By Isaac Abrak The North West of Nigeria continues to bleed under the weight of banditry and terrorism. Killings, kidnappings, and sexual violence remain widespread despite repeated state-led amnesty programmes and peace…
A Dream for Kano’s Youth: Senator Barau’s Vision to Transform BUK Stadium into a Hub of Greatness
By: Lamara Garba In every city, there are monuments not made of marble or steel but of hope and memory. In Kano, one such monument is set to rise at the heart…
Ogun State’s Inland Dry Port: A Transformative Leap Towards Economic Prosperity
By Solanke Ayomideji Taiwo In an exciting development poised to reshape the economic landscape of Ogun State and beyond, Governor Dapo Abiodun recently announced the allocation of 130 hectares of land for…
When Brilliance is Mocked: The ₦200,000 Reward that Shamed Nigeria
By: Lamara Garba Azare In the theatre of nations, where countries display what they value most, Nigeria once again played the wrong script. On the 28th of August, 2025, the Federal Government…
Jigawa at 34: The Poetry of Progress, the Philosophy of Responsibility
Jigawa at 34: The Poetry of Progress, the Philosophy of Responsibility By Lamara Garba Azare Thirty-four years in the life of a state is like a river carving its way through rocks;…
Anambra at 34: Soludo Awakens a Sleeping Giant
By Law Mefor Anambra State was created 34 years ago. The governor of the state, Prof. Chukwuma Charles Soludo CFR, in a media chat in Awka, to commemorate the anniversary, noted that…
Compassionate Crisis Leadership: Governor Radda’s Return to Mantau
Musa Abdullahi Sufi, Kan Nigeria. When tragedy strikes, leadership is often tested not by words spoken in conference halls but by presence in the most difficult places. This past week, Katsina State…
“Rethinking ASUU’s Strategy: From Strikes to Statesmanship”
By Nigerian Intellectuals Forum (NIF) Presented by Prof. Mustapha Abubakar, Chairman For decades, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has stood as a formidable voice in Nigeria’s educational landscape, defending the…
Celebrating 34 Years of Yobe State: A Legacy of Resilience and Progress
By Alhaji Yusuf, Damaturu Today marks the 34th anniversary of the creation of our beloved Yobe State, “The Pride of The Sahel”—a land rich in history, culture, and untapped potential. As we…
The Smear That Will Not Stick: Why Kano’s DG Protocol Stands Tall Amid Shadows
By Abubakar Garba There is a saying among the elders: “When the wind blows, it only exposes the fowl’s rump, but it cannot change its feathers.” In the storm of Nigerian politics,…
RE: Kano State At A Crossroads: Setting The Records Straight On Baseless Allegations
Kano patriotic coalition of 87 civil society organizations have rejected a biased and politically motivated statement by league of CSOs accusing present administration of corruption. In a statement signed by the convener…
Northern Nigeria: Charting A Path From Challenge To Renewal
By Babayola M. Toungo Northern Nigeria, once a formidable monolith that shaped the trajectory of an entire nation, now finds itself grappling with a malaise that goes beyond the headlines of insecurity…
The Valuelessness of those Who Don’t The Virtue of Value
By Bala Ibrahim I woke up today with the hankering to tutor on the importance of treasure, and the need for people to always respond to the gesture of treasure, to those…
How Dr Ramat will raise the bar at NERC
By Ibrahim Sani Shawai The trend of increasing youth inclusion under President Bola Tinubu’s leadership is a model that is good for even development and national unity; for this, many observers have…
APC and The Aptitude For Accomplishment
By Bala Ibrahim The Bye elections have come and gone. INEC, the Independent body charged with the responsibility of guiding and gauging the elections has given its verdict, which gave the APC…
“Farewell to an Icon: Celebrating Mujtaba R. Bello’s Remarkable Career”
By Balarabe Idris Today, we bid farewell to a remarkable broadcaster who has left an enduring legacy at FRCN Pride FM Gusau, a flagship station of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria…
Making waves: The powerful themes in Idegu Ojonugwa Shadrach’s writing
Idegu Ojonugwa Shadrach is widely recognized for his advocacy on good governance and youth inclusion in politics, themes he passionately explores across his scholarly articles, opinion pieces, and books. In his article,…
Tinubu, Kano and Dividends of Democracy
By Shehu Mustapha Chaji Since the assumption of office the people of Kano state have continue to enjoy special care, regard and concern from President Bola Ahmad Tinubu. Just few days after…
Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo: A Living Blueprint of Global Leadership with Local Impact
By Musa Abdullahi Sufi, Abuja | Nigeria In a world yearning for transformative leadership rooted in values, action, and vision, Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo stands as a profound example of how one…