Today’s Nigeria facts, figures and crisis
The government is patently aware of the crisis we face. One glance at their own facts and figures, and the crisis is there for all of us to see. Victoria Abut There has been a lot of talk over recent...
View Article2019 elections: Our fears
“The umpire, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) should endeavor to leave no stone unturned to conduct free, fair and credible elections.” Acho Orabuchi Many Nigerians, particularly...
View ArticleOf Ghana, Gandhi and other integrity integers
According to the Ghanaian petitioners… Gandhi, despite his eminent credentials, was also an undiluted racist. Isidore Emeka Uzoatu The recent removal of a statue of the hitherto revered Indian...
View ArticleThe future of NYSC scheme
Sordid developments notwithstanding, NYSC has come to stay. Despite some shortcomings associated with the scheme, its relevance far outweighs the limitations. Abdulsalam Mahmud If not for the Nigerian...
View ArticleEnding poverty in Nigeria
In tackling extreme poverty and other agendas of the SDGs, Africapitalism advocates for entrepreneurship that promises the unique idea of unlocking… Stanley Ekpa Will Africa achieve the sustainable...
View ArticleAnambra: Expanding frontiers of agro-allied export
Agro-allied export is another testament to the Government’s unrelenting efforts to ensure Anambra State farmers do not lack market to sell their products. Chris Egbuna Governor Willie Obiano of...
View ArticleCall me the exorcist
Ayo Oyoze Baje I want to be the greatest inventor of all Time! Do not laugh at me yet. You have your dreams. I have mine. I know Man for who he is. Give it to him – for, in his creative ingenuity, he...
View ArticleThe VP debate: Matters arising
Obi talked like an apolitical renowned economist from the private sector, Osinbajo got stuck with the blame game while the debate lasted. Chidiebere Nwobodo Greatness is nothing but repeated...
View ArticleMourinho: The burden of baggage
That Jose Mourinho cannot be ignored is a cinch! Call him what you will – the “Special One’, the ‘Chosen One’, the ‘Unemployed One’… Uche Atuma It used to be said that the two most popular brands in...
View ArticleNigeria needs businessmen now not bureaucrats
Victoria Abuto Nigeria is a place of firm beliefs. We believe in our religions firmly, dogmatically, and wholeheartedly. We believe in our families and tribal traditions and have great respect for...
View ArticleThe last minimum wage (1)
In 1980, Alhaji Sunmonu coordinated effectively the demand for National minimum wage during President Shehu Usman Aliyu Shagari Eric Teniola The last minimum wage bill in Nigeria was signed on...
View ArticleLetter: President Buhari not in touch with reality
Lawrence Gemade, Abuja “A delusion is something that people believe in despite a total lack of evidence.” Does this definition remind you of something? This definition is by all means an accurate...
View ArticleOpinion: Based on current oil price, 2019 budget dead on arrival
Chukwuma Udegbunam There are two things that keep people occupied over the last few days in December. It is a ritual repeated all over the world. First, there are the reviews, letting everyone review...
View Article2019: The twists and turns of Ogun APC succession crisis
For Abiodun’s camp, the latest intrigue is the handiwork of Governor Amosun, who, they said, was yet to come to terms with the succession crisis he has had to grapple with. Omoniyi Salaudeen Ogun...
View ArticleStomach infrastructure and national development
It hurts to see the damage done to the nation through primary interest in stomach infrastructural tendencies, maneuverings and excesses. Bidwell Nsofor Many awestruck and well-meaning observers have...
View ArticleCommitment to pension reforms
I am also here to salute the enviable and commendable commitment of the Lagos State Government to post-service welfare of its officers. Akintola Benson Oke I am here to offer hearty congratulations to...
View ArticleAnother ASUU strike and Nigerians’ suicidal silence (1)
Educationally ‘Sowetoed’ Nigerians either do not know this or do not appreciate the Promethean role of ASUU or just simply do not care. Joseph A. Ushie Since the beginning of the current strike by my...
View ArticleAnambra homecoming festival
The vision of Sally Mbanefo in initiating the Anambra Homecoming Festival was more than met in this maiden edition. Uzor Maxim Uzoatu The Anambra Homecoming Festival shook up the Christmas season from...
View ArticleThe Lord’s Chosen and Mgbidi-Jericho revival
The beginning of every year since more than a decade has witnessed a revival in our midst that has lifted souls to higher pedestal. Unfortunately, it is yet to be given proper recognition by our own...
View ArticleThe museums engender desired social change
To the extent that museums enhance memory, its place in propelling the creativity that shall bring about the desired social change cannot be discountenanced. Eyiuche Onyema The International Council...
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