The It was perhaps the most remarkable judgment ever delivered by the apex court in recent times, as it used its power to interpret the law to give a different meaning to Section 162 of the 1999 Constitution. on July 11, granting financial…
Wage increase for workers has the propensity to spur domestic demand, boost supply and expand local productivity. It can also enhance domestic liquidity and create a robust and efficient market capable of attracting foreign and local…
A system that has plunged us into this mess cannot bring us back from the brink. It cannot be business as usual if we want to get out of the woods. So far, no political party has given a policy thrust that will bring us back from the…
Students of the University of Benin are at home after the institution was shut down following a peaceful protest by the students. The demand was for electricity and water, two basic amenities for a comfortable stay in school, or anywhere…
Nigeria’s Information and Communications Technology industry has witnessed significant growth over the past two decades, establishing itself as a pivotal sector for the nation’s economy. The rapid expansion of mobile telephony, internet…
The trauma of a faltering economy on many, resulting in suicides and dramatic protests, finally indicates our current crisis is an existential one. Can politics now give way to truth and let thinking take the front row in how we face up to…
The impact of the rising cost of living is being felt globally, albeit in different ways, and it is evident that expenses and bills continue to rise sharply. The cost of food, household consumables, and other essentials has skyrocketed in…
The venerable Chief Olusegun Osoba clocks 85 today. I celebrate his enduring imprint on the fabric of Nigeria’s story. Osoba’s distinguished career, a testament to his unwavering dedication and unrelenting passion, has traversed the realms…
I’ve written this before. Ten years ago, but this man’s story is new every time. To me. And to many who have crossed his path. On his 80th birthday today, I’m repeating this story with the zeal and delight I shared it ten years ago: If the…
On rebeliosity WS:“It’s this way, first of all, taking on authority at every level, or at every opportunity. No, this isn’t true. I don’t believe that there is virtue in rebellion; that rebellion, in itself, can be a philosophy of life, or…
No matter one’s level of despair about the state of Nigerian politics and society, there remain in the country exemplary people who remind one concretely of a Nigerian virtuousness that once existed whole and undaunted. Their presence also…
On Tuesday night, President Bola Tinubu took a front-row seat to watch the stage production of a play titled ‘Abibatu Mogaji: An Opera’ held at the Aso Rock Villa to honour his late mother, Hajiya Abibatu Mogaji. Not even a careful…
There have been chilly predictions of an impending food crisis in Nigeria in recent years. These warnings by local and international observers are perhaps needless for anyone keen enough to discern the trends in food availability in the…
The vast ocean of global investment holds immense opportunity, but hidden risks lurk beneath the surface. Unpredictable challenges can quickly turn ambition into uncertainty. This is where a skilled private banker becomes an indispensable…
Is it not paradoxically hilarious that a nation that is blessed with myriads of globally recognised linguistic and literary intelligentsia has just approved an old national anthem that obviously harbours lexico-semantic elements of…
When the owner of a business ages, he becomes increasingly anxious about what happens to the business. He is constantly asking the question: who would assume the responsibility of sustaining the business and by implication, the legacy when…
In the rapidly evolving landscape of today’s business world, young entrepreneurs face both unprecedented opportunities and formidable challenges. While the allure of swift success is tempting, the true mark of entrepreneurial prowess lies…
Appreciation has a profound impact on individuals. So when leaders think it wise to sincerely appreciate the people they govern, it creates a sense of belonging and oneness. By acknowledging and appreciating the people for their…
The ongoing debate surrounding the proposed amendment to the Nigeria Police Act, which aims to extend the retirement age of police officers from 60 to 65 years and service tenure from 35 to 40 years, has ignited considerable controversy…
The exit of some multinational corporations from Africa in recent times has continued to make exciting headlines. In most cases, it is seen as a bad omen. Some take advantage of the negative narrative and fashion out of them big sticks to…
A few years ago, I watched a short documentary detailing a week in the life of a US President. The narrator discussed President Joe Biden’s daily routine and concluded, “Mondays tend to be fairly boring. Nobody really schedules events on…
The Nigerian banking sector is facing a crisis of trust and transparency due to an unusual pattern of cash dispensation. There is a growing trend in the complex web of issues surrounding the scarcity of cash at banks’ Automated Teller…
The incessant labour union strike, from the Academic Staff Union of Universities to the Nigeria Labour Congress, has become a regular staple in Nigeria’s litany of underdevelopment characteristics. And the industrial disputes usually…
For the first time in Akwa Ibom history where a graphic insider account of a stormy political campaign that climaxed in the election of a governor has been turned into a riveting book. For the third time in five years, Anietie Usen, a…
Extreme weather is becoming increasingly frequent and intense. It refers to a noticeable change in weather patterns that include extreme situations such as significantly high or low temperatures, heavy rainfall, and strong winds over a…
Nigeria, widely known as Africa’s most populous country, also holds the reputation for being among the largest economies on the entire continent. However, the beleaguered country faces a multifaceted crisis that has reached critical…
On June 12, Nigeria celebrated the 25th anniversary of its democracy, marking a significant milestone for the world’s most populous black nation. This achievement underscores Nigeria’s consistent commitment to maintaining a democratic…
There was a time when Nigerian airspace was categorised as one of the worst in Africa comparable with many others put in that bracket. This was a horrible period in the history of aviation in the country. The years between 1999 and 2005…
According to a 2021 report by Amnesty International, efforts by the government to stop the prevalence of sexual and gender-based violence in Nigeria have yielded little or no results. Rape still persists at crisis levels with most…
In every government or institution, there is a corresponding invisible hand that remote-controls its affairs with immense influence over the decision-making process, predominantly on matters of interest. In most cases, while the head, and…