By Law Mefor President Bola Tinubu recently declared that he should be included in the Guinness Book of Records for having the guts to remove fuel subsidy on his first day in…
Category: Opinion
The Dark Side of Valentine’s Day: Combating Drug Abuse
As Valentine’s Day approaches, hearts flutter with anticipation of romantic gestures, chocolates, and love notes, the air becomes tinged with romance, anticipation, and the unmistakable scent of roses. Amidst the flurry of…
Economics 101 About Current Nigeria’s Economy
By Akib Abiola Why the Naira is falling. Even if an Angel is our President right now, we would still have the same problems unless we Nigerians change our attitudes and spending…
Should Nigerians Be Allowed To Bear Arms?
By Law Mefor The argument over whether Nigerians should be allowed by law to carry weapons for self-defence is returning and gaining traction in light of the terrifyingly high levels of insecurity in…
BEYOND DUTY: Compt. Shu’aibu’s Unyielding Support for CGC Bashir Adeniyi’s Plans to Achieve Policy Thrust
In the annals of Nigeria’s civil service, there are figures whose commitment to duty transcends mere obligation—it becomes an evidence and proof to their unwavering dedication and love for country. Among these…
Nigeria: Experiencing The Excruciation Of Errand In The Endeavour Of An Enterprise
By Bala Ibrahim A hasty glance at the dictionary today, gave the meaning of an enterprise as a project or undertaking, especially a bold or complex one. This means, it would take…
Democracy Backslide And The Future Of ECOWAS Post Exit Of Three Nations
By Law Mefor This Tuesday, in Abuja, the Save Democracy Group – West Africa (SDG-WA) and the Abuja School of Social and Political Thought (TAS) held a policy dialogue. They expressed alarm…
The remarkable Legacy of Engr. Ramat: Reflecting on Four years of his impact as Ungoggo LG Chair
By Muhammad Hussain In the annals of Ungoggo’s local governance, Engr. Ramat stands out as an exemplary leader, hailed as the greatest Chairman of all time. As he gracefully concludes his tenure,…
Rt Hon Jibrin Isma’il Falgore: Kano State Assembly gets the right man at the right time
The Kano State House of Assembly has surprised many by electing Rt Hon Speaker House of Assembly Kano State, Hon Jibrin Ismail Falgore, under the New Nigeria Peoples Party. This marks a…
Tinubu, Nigeria is Sinking and Streets are Full of Tears
By Farooq A. Kperogi The searing torment that everyday folks are going through in Nigeria right now is so dire, so unbearably extreme, and so unexampled in its rawness that even diasporan…
Muhammadu Sanusi II’s Betrayal Of People’s Trust, A Warning Against Personal Gain
By Bello Umar In the realm of social justice and the pursuit of rights, it is disheartening to witness individuals who were once hailed as champions of the people, suddenly betraying the…
Beyond Protection: Cultivating Peace Through Quality Education In Nigeria
BY BLESSING TARFA The theme of the 2024 International Day of Education, Learning for Lasting Peace, resonated with the entire world. While the nature of attacks may be peculiar, no country’s education…
Policy And Strategy Genius: ACG Alfa’s Visionary Contributions to Nigeria Customs Service’s Future Through Proper Policy-Plotting
Within the intricate and multifaceted landscape of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Assistant Comptroller-General (ACG) Ibrahim Alfa emerges as a steadfast emblem of both professionalism and integrity. His presence in this dynamic…
PDP, Others Failing Nigerians As Opposition Political Parties
By Law Mefor A democracy without opposition is like making an omelet without breaking eggs; or, a bird flying with one wing or one clapping with one hand. Yet, the fact is…
PDP, Others Failing Nigerians As Opposition Political Parties
By Law Mefor A democracy without opposition is like making an omelet without breaking eggs; or, a bird flying with one wing or one clapping with one hand. Yet, the fact is…
The Sahel Split: How ECOWAS “Lost” Three of Its Founding Members
By Olaogun Michael Note: This article examines the causes, consequences, and outlook of this unprecedented move, which has rocked the region and the world. On Sunday, January 28, 2024, the strength of…
Tubless Photographer: Abba Al-Mustapha’s Censors Board and Tyrannical Impunity in the Guise of “Revenue Generation”
By Mohammed Dahiru Lawal (MD) On Thursday, renowned Kano-based ‘photo maestro’ Nasiru Rabiu who goes by the alias and brand name Tubless was arrested, temporarily “arraigned,” detained and released by the Kano…
Nigeria’s Food Insecurity: Planning, Distribution & Tech to the Rescue
By Aladeokomo Babatunde S Food insecurity, a major problem in Nigeria affects millions of individuals who find it difficult to get adequate food and nourishment. The United Nations lists inflation, rising food…
What If Obi Of Onitsha Is Removed By Governor Soludo
By Law Mefor I wrote a piece highlighting the constitutional order that was being challenged in Anambra state when the Obi of Onitsha, Igwe Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe, decided to call out Governor…
Senator John Kerry’s Visit; A Personal Reflection Nine Years After
By Dr Nuruddeen Muhammad Nine years ago today, in one of my last acts in office as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, I received the then Secretary of State of the…
Accelerating Growth and Development in Africa: The Role of Technology and Innovation
By Onipede Paul Oyekunle Africa, a cradle of civilization whose strength was weakened by the colonialists and the successors of its founding fathers has in no measures suffered setbacks amidst it’s immense…
Kidnapping, Terrorism, Politics And National Security
By Law Mefor The Nigerian nation is a confused state. The protection of people’s lives and property as well as their welfare are the two main reasons that governments are in place…
DC Hadison’s Spectacular Journey: A Symphony of Support and Mentorship from CGC Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR
By Muhammad Bashir, Abuja Deputy Comptroller Haniel Hadison, a distinguished leader within the Nigeria Customs Service, has left an indelible mark on the organization throughout his commendable career that began on the…
Gov Soludo vs Obi of Onitsha: Constitutional Order On Trial In Anambra State
By Law Mefor Since taking office on March 17, 2022, Governor Chukwuma Soludo has encountered difficulties establishing peace and order in Anambra state. When Soludo took office as Anambra State’s fifth governor,…
Paradigm In Empowerment Policy Of The Government In Tune With Contemporary Reality
By Ahmad Hamza Aliyu It is undeniably fact that since the return of Democratic government in Nigeria various empowerments were provided by the government from centre to the local govt levels by…