Editorial

President Donald Trump’s accustomed blustering and warmongering against fellow world leaders and nations hit Nigeria like a storm, penultimate week, with his threat of military action against the country if its leaders do not take […]

THE calls for a new constitution for Nigeria have become increasingly strident. The 1999 Constitution is a military-imposed document, so its piecemeal amendment by the National Assembly will do little to capture the true aspirations […]

Insecurity is clearly getting beyond the capacity of our elected leaders to confront. While some state governors have settled for appeasement of the bandits, Fulani militants and terrorists in their domains, some have tried to […]

NIGERIA’S university education is in a deep crisis. Nearly every year, disputes erupt between the Academic Staff Union of Universities and the Federal Government, further undermining the system. This ongoing conflict underscores the urgent need […]

GOVERNOR Peter Mbah’s defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress on October 14 is the latest mockery of democratic ethos and conspiracy against the people’s mandate. Mbah rode to power in 2023 under the umbrella […]

The sporting authorities should work to ensure Super Eagles victory in the playoffs Nigeria’s senior men’s football team, the Super Eagles, have completed the 10-match African qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, finishing second […]

FACING severe economic challenges and rising social discontent, the last thing Nigeria needs is the resurgence of military rule. On October 4, the military high command issued a terse statement announcing the detention of 16 […]

RELIEF came for tertiary education applicants last week when the Federal Government removed the credit in mathematics requirement for admissions to arts and humanities courses as part of the ongoing education reforms. However, the Ministry […]

The recent revelation that no fewer than 762 Nigerians were killed by kidnappers in 4,722 abductions within the last one year is distressing, making Nigerians more apprehensive about their safety in their own country. Indeed, […]

The apt observation of a publication that African tourism continues to suffer from poor local patronage cuts to the heart of a deeper crisis. Despite its beauty and cultural wealth, Africa has failed to build […]

Concern by media stakeholders over attacks in various forms against journalists in the country is well-founded, given the media’s role to promote democracy and the freedoms inherent in it. The trend whereby journalists are abducted […]

THE Federal Capital Territory Administration recently impounded 40 vehicles and 52 motorbikes as part of efforts to sanitise the FCT’s transport system. This highlights the urgent need to strengthen measures against illegal transport operators and […]

PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu appears detached from the people he leads. Despite his self-declared situational awareness of all things Nigerian, some of his officials seem to be shielding him from the harsh realities of the biting […]

POLITICAL tensions have yet to dissipate fully in Rivers State. The relief that trailed the restoration of democracy in the state after six months of controversial emergency rule declared on March 18 has been tempered […]

THE sight of Nigeria’s elite police officers guarding gated mansions, carrying bags, or holding umbrellas for wealthy individuals and their spouses is deeply troubling, especially against the backdrop of one of Africa’s highest crime rates. […]

NIGERIANS face economic pressure at many points. With scant consultation or consideration, the government unjustifiably increases the cost of services. Since its inception, the Bola Tinubu administration has cancelled petrol subsidies, floated the naira, increased […]

THE overall state of primary education in Nigeria remains deeply disconcerting. As the foundation of education and life itself, primary education is crucial, but most state governments show a lack of commitment, allowing it to […]

NIGERIA’S current trajectory demands an urgent restructuring of its vast portfolio of state-owned enterprises to liberate the productive potential of its economy. For far too long, Nigeria’s SOEs have embodied inefficiency and corruption, constituted a […]

NIGERIA’S national grid is in critical condition, teetering on the brink of collapse. Debts owed to GenCos have soared to N5.6 trillion, while vandalism continues to inflict damage. Compounding this crisis, premium customers are fleeing […]

There is need for transparency in the management of the programme The Minister of State for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Tanko Sununu, said recently that by the end of August, no fewer than 2.2 […]