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August 25, 2026 12:10 am
Govt agencies and the need to build trust beyond announcements
August 25, 2026 12:07 am
Bouillon cube mandatory fortification: A threat to maternal and child health
August 25, 2026 12:06 am
Government should stop funding sports
August 24, 2026 12:00 am
Opportunity Illusion: How fake overseas offers fuel modern slavery
August 24, 2026 12:00 am
When character meets responsibility: Amupitan, Tinubu and the Osun test
August 24, 2026 12:00 am
Restoring fuel subsidy will reverse Nigeria’s economic gains
Fake agencies: Why Nigeria still needs Oronsaye report
August 25, 2026 12:25 am
Tinubu reelection and the Masari gambit
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Atiku’s subsidy U-turn: A reply to Farooq Kperogi
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Subsidy is not compassion
Opinion
Yewa/Awori: Healing Ogun’s 50-year political wound in 2027
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Why aviation must strengthen flight recorder preservation
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Govt agencies and the need to build trust beyond announcements
Nigerian government agencies must build public trust through strategic communication, moving beyond mere announcements to proactive engagement and clear in…
Bouillon cube mandatory fortification: A threat to maternal and child health
Mandatory bouillon cube fortification with micronutrients is a threat to maternal and child health in Nigeria due to high sodium content. Learn more….
Government should stop funding sports
Explore why government funding for sports in Nigeria is failing, leading to poor performance and lack of development. Discover a new model for sustainable…
Opportunity Illusion: How fake overseas offers fuel modern slavery
Deceptive recruitment preys on West African youth with fake overseas offers, leading to modern slavery and forced labor. Learn how to identify and prevent…
When character meets responsibility: Amupitan, Tinubu and the Osun test
The Osun governorship election on August 15, 2026, tested INEC’s credibility under Chairman Amupitan. President Tinubu’s intervention also shaped the outco…
Restoring fuel subsidy will reverse Nigeria’s economic gains
Restoring fuel subsidy in Nigeria would reverse significant economic gains, including N15.8tn savings and increased investments. Learn why reversing course…
Tinubu reelection and the Masari gambit
Explore Ibrahim Masari’s strategic moves, including a major endorsement from Islamic scholars, to secure President Tinubu’s reelection bid in 2027….
Atiku’s subsidy U-turn: A reply to Farooq Kperogi
An economic analysis of Atiku Abubakar’s proposed petrol subsidy, responding to Farooq Kperogi’s article and examining its financial implications for Niger…
Subsidy is not compassion
Reverting to fuel subsidy is a dangerous economic retreat for Nigeria. Discover why targeted relief, not a blanket subsidy, is the answer to hardship….
Yewa/Awori: Healing Ogun’s 50-year political wound in 2027
The Ogun 2027 election offers a chance to heal 50 years of political marginalisation for the Yewa/Awori people. Discover why this election is crucial for e…
Why aviation must strengthen flight recorder preservation
Discover why preserving flight recorder data is crucial for aviation safety. Learn about the challenges and solutions to prevent overwriting critical evide…
Beyond scoreline: Systemic rot behind Nigeria’s women’s football decline
Explore the systemic rot behind the decline of Nigeria’s women’s football team, the Super Falcons. Discover why the once-dominant team is struggling….
Osun election: Will Nigeria’s political class learn?
The Osun election offers crucial lessons for Nigeria’s political class ahead of 2027. Discover how performance, trust, and a changing electorate are reshap…
Payment data: Putting the cart before the horse
The CBN’s directive on payment data localisation by January 2027 poses significant challenges for Nigerian fintechs. Explore the policy’s impact and feasib…
A concerned stakeholder urges Gbajabiamila to reconsider Amaju Pinnick’s return to Nigerian football administration, citing past failures and the need for…
168 days, 168 stories: A war measured in human lives
168 days into the Iran war, 168 children were killed in a US missile strike on Shajareh Teybeh School. Demand for truth and accountability continues….
E-Gates, contactless renewals: The tech-driven border overhaul
Discover how Nigeria’s border services are being transformed with e-gates and contactless renewals under the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo….
Prof Tanko Ishaya: Tenure, truth and the UNIJOS controversy
Explore the tenure of UNIJOS VC, Prof. Tanko Ishaya, from 2021-2026. Uncover achievements, controversies, and public perception in this in-depth analysis….
When advisers matter more than ministers
Discover the crucial role of political advisers like Ibrahim Masari in the Tinubu administration, ensuring stability and effective governance in Nigeria….
Credit, growth and CBN’s balancing act
Explore how the CBN’s monetary policy navigates the delicate balance between achieving price stability and fostering economic growth and credit availabilit…
IBB @85: Compassion must not erase history
Explore the complex legacy of Ibrahim Babangida at 85. This article argues that compassion should not erase history or accountability for his time in power…
The politics of devious faith
Explore the dangerous use of religious rhetoric in Nigerian politics, particularly the ‘infidel’ narrative, and its impact on national unity and governance…
2027: Peter Obi and opposition’s search for strongest path
Explore Peter Obi’s unique position and the opposition’s search for a strong, united path to challenge the ruling APC in Nigeria’s 2027 presidential electi…
Making CEPA work for Nigerian manufacturers
Discover how the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the UAE can boost Nigerian manufacturers and diversify exports. Learn about the o…
Osun 2026: When the people speak, politics must listen
The Osun 2026 election results offer crucial lessons for Nigerian political parties ahead of 2027. Discover how performance, unity, and grassroots efforts…
X reward programme: Changing strategies, static challenges
Explore how X’s new Original Content Rewards Programme impacts Nigerian influencers, deepening precarity despite changing strategies….
10 things you probably didn’t know about mosquito laboratories
Explore the fascinating world of mosquito laboratories and uncover 10 surprising facts about how scientists study mosquitoes to combat malaria. Learn more!…
Ogonis: A time for honest reflection
Explore the economic contributions of Ogoniland to Rivers State, Nigeria, over 30 years after the cessation of crude oil production. An honest reflection o…
Now that Osun people have spoken…
Governor Ademola Adeleke wins re-election in Osun. The APC reflects on the Osun election outcome and its implications for future elections and national str…
Bring power closer to the people
Discover why bringing power closer to the people through decentralisation leads to more responsive, innovative, and accountable governance in Nigeria. Lear…
When shelter becomes a luxury
The escalating cost of rent in Nigeria is turning decent accommodation into a luxury, impacting workers, families, and businesses. Discover the causes and…