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September 15, 2026 12:05 am
Nigeria’s disturbing baby trafficking racket
September 14, 2026 12:27 am
The Dangote Refinery IPO
September 13, 2026 1:40 am
Recurring incidence of Lassa fever, diphtheria
September 11, 2026 2:37 am
EFCC recoveries: The good, the bad and the ugly
September 10, 2026 12:12 am
NASS: Low salary, jumbo allowances
September 9, 2026 12:27 am
Tinubu, cancel WAEC verification fees
Benue blockade: Ominous start to 2027 campaigns
September 15, 2026 12:06 am
Post-election killings in Osun
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Football’s house of failure
Editorial
Too many election-related deaths
Editorial
$1tn economy: Between ambition and arithmetic
Editorial
Sordid tales behind prison walls
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Nigeria’s disturbing baby trafficking racket
Recent cases in Oyo and Ogun expose the growing crisis of baby trafficking in Nigeria, with calls for a crackdown on criminal networks and adoption reform….
The Dangote Refinery IPO
An editorial on the Dangote Refinery IPO, analysing its valuation, risks, and potential to create wealth for millions of Nigerian investors….
Recurring incidence of Lassa fever, diphtheria
An editorial on the recurring outbreaks of Lassa fever and diphtheria in Nigeria, which have led to numerous preventable deaths across several states….
EFCC recoveries: The good, the bad and the ugly
An editorial on EFCC Nigeria’s anti-corruption war. We analyse its recoveries, internal corruption issues, and accusations of political bias….
NASS: Low salary, jumbo allowances
Nigerian lawmakers’ salaries are low, but their jumbo allowances are excessive. This editorial explores why the proposed NASS salary increase is unjustifie…
Tinubu, cancel WAEC verification fees
The new N4,000 WAEC verification fees are an assault on education. President Tinubu must cancel this exploitative charge on Nigerian students now….
Post-election killings in Osun
Post-election killings in Osun State are a frightening trend. Read our editorial on the urgent need to curb electoral violence and bring perpetrators to ju…
Football’s house of failure
Explore the systemic failures plaguing Nigerian football, from administrative ineptitude to corruption, leading to national team setbacks and a decline in …
Too many election-related deaths
Nigeria faces a cycle of election violence and impunity, with hundreds killed since 2015. This editorial demands accountability for perpetrators….
$1tn economy: Between ambition and arithmetic
Explore Nigeria’s ambitious $1 trillion economy target by 2030. This analysis examines the arithmetic, challenges, and investments needed for this goal….
Sordid tales behind prison walls
Explore the shocking truth behind Nigerian prison walls, from drug smuggling to inmate social media use. Discover the urgent need for Nigerian prison refor…
Assessing Lagos’ bus reform
Lagos State launches a new Bus Industry Transition Programme to modernise public transport. This editorial assesses the reform’s potential and challenges….
Despite record FAAC allocations post-subsidy, Nigeria faces a fiscal paradox. Discover why increased government revenue isn’t translating to improved quali…
FCT APC LG chairman’s dangerous threat
FCT APC chairman’s threat to non-supporters highlights a dangerous trend in Nigerian politics. Learn why such political threats undermine democracy….
Jonathan, Obasanjo: Wrong for courts to determine elections
NIGERIA’S democracy is riddled with contradictions. The judiciary, an institution established to protect the rule of law and strengthen democracy, has increasingly become an arbiter of political pow…
Nigeria’s interstate highways are in a deplorable state, causing agony and economic loss. Discover the hollow excuses and urgent solutions needed to fix Ni…
Streamline government agencies
Nigeria’s government agencies are bloated and inefficient. Discover how streamlining government agencies can combat fraud, reduce costs, and improve public…
Niger: Dangerous to normalise mass abductions
Mass abductions in Niger State are becoming dangerously normalised. Discover how this cycle of terror exposes Nigeria’s security weaknesses and what must b…
Nigeria’s costly dependence on textile imports
Nigeria’s reliance on textile imports drains billions annually. Discover the economic impact and policy solutions to revive local textile manufacturing and…
Millions of Nigerians struggle with joblessness. Discover why official figures are misleading and what sectors can drive Nigeria job creation and economic…
Mass presence of govs in off-cycle elections
Former President Jonathan criticizes governors’ mass presence in off-cycle elections, arguing it undermines Nigeria’s democracy. Learn why this trend is ha…
Questions over Abuja flooding
The recent Abuja flooding raises critical questions about the FCT’s urban planning, drainage systems, and flood management. Learn what needs to change….
The recent Osun election, marred by violence and interference, offers crucial insights into what Nigerians can expect in the 2027 general elections. Learn…
Refineries rehabilitation: Another wild goose chase
Nigeria’s state-owned refineries rehabilitation continues to drain public funds. Discover why privatisation, not another bailout, is the real solution for…
Child registration is beneficial
Discover the crucial benefits of child registration in Nigeria, a fundamental right that unlocks access to essential services and legal identity for every…
Clerics must preach peace, not division
Religious leaders must preach peace and unity, not division. Nigeria’s future depends on religious tolerance and holding extremist clerics accountable….
Tax reform must end multiple taxation
Nigeria’s tax reform aims to boost revenue without burdening businesses. Discover how ending multiple taxation is crucial for investment and economic growt…
Nigeria lagging in girl-child education
Nigeria is alarmingly lagging in girl-child education, with 7.6 million girls out of school. Discover the causes and urgent need for change to empower Nige…
On International Day for Victims of Terrorism, Nigeria’s Punch newspaper highlights the critical need for care, healing, and support for terrorism victims….
No food security without real security
Nigeria’s food security is threatened by widespread insecurity. Learn how reclaiming farming communities and boosting agricultural production are crucial f…
Unfilled tertiary education spaces debacle
Nigeria faces a paradox of unfilled tertiary education spaces despite many qualified candidates. Discover the reasons behind this debacle and its implicati…