Outlook
30 Nov
The 2024 elections have come and gone, and once again, Namibia has shown the world what peaceful, democratic governance looks like. Between November 27 and 30, we cast our votes, made our voices heard, and took another step forward in our democratic journey. But as we reflect on this moment, let’s have an honest conversation…
11 Nov
Lasisi Olagunju, a columnist renowned for his incisive and thought-provoking writing, has long captivated readers with his ability to intertwine Yoruba folktales, historical references, and literary insight. His articles often critically examine Nigeria’s political and social landscape uniquely. Yet, even admirers like myself—a friend of over two decades—occasionally find ourselves questioning some of his more…
7 Nov
Former United States President Donald Trump, the 45th, will become the 47th U.S. President after a resounding victory against Vice President Kamala Harris, who clocked 60 in October. 78-year-old Trump caused a major upset to the Democratic Party and supporters as the enigma not only won the electoral college vote, he also secured the popular…
3 Nov
The 2024 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG) took place from October 21 to October 26 in Washington, D.C., the United States capital. As usual, it was a forum for senior government officials, experts, delegates, observers, civil society groups, and guests from around the world to interact…
11 Oct
Yushau Abdulhameed Shuaib, also known as YAShuaib, who just clocked 55, is a man who thrives by a servant leadership style. This is defined by his wisdom, numerous acts of selflessness and kindness garbed in humility despite influence and high-profile contacts at his beck and call. I first met YAShuaib as an undergraduate at the…
8 Oct
During a recent address at the Harvard Club of Nigeria in Lagos, Olayemi Cardoso, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), articulated a critical sentiment: "Trust is the currency of central banking." He emphasised that when public trust in an institution wanes, the effectiveness of its policies is compromised. "In the face of economic…
29 Sep
By On September 9, 2024, Air Vice Marshal Lanre Ibrahim Oluwatoyin embarked on another significant journey of his professional career when he assumed office as the Chief of Defence Space Administration (CDSA). He succeeded AVM Ahmed Abdullahi Shinkafi. The ceremony, which took place at the General Irabor Hall, was attended by the staff of the…
22 Sep
Before critiquing my choice of words, let me clarify what I mean by "Roadmaster." This term could mean an official responsible for maintaining railroads, an overseer of road repairs, or even a bicycle brand famed for its versatility. In the context of road construction and maintenance, it describes someone who excels in upgrading infrastructure, making…
13 Sep
In the world of oil and gas, numbers can tell different stories depending on who is doing the talking. The recent controversy surrounding the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) is a perfect example of this phenomenon, raising questions about the true state of Nigeria's national oil company and its impact on the country's…
25 Aug
Nigeria’s greatest literary export, Chinua Achebe, once said, “When the moon is shining, even the cripple becomes hungry for a walk.” In the past few days, I have read with a mix of shock and disappointment the social media outcry from uninformed individuals calling for the removal of the Minister for Sports Development, Senator John…
23 Aug
The recent attempts to forcibly remove the Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT), Justice Danladi Yakubu Umar, are profoundly troubling and raise serious concerns about the independence of our key democratic institutions. According to a highly placed source, there is an apparent plot to force Justice Umar to resign or invade his official…
19 Aug
A nation can survive its fools and even the ambitious. But it can not survive treason from within – Marcus Cicero In the promotion and protection of the state, the concept of treason stems from nation-states at war with each other battling for resources and territory. Since the establishment of the United Nations (UN), most…
11 Aug
The terrifying videos were not from Hollywood movies but scenes from Northern Nigeria during the #EndBadGovernance protest. The so-called protesters invaded a Government House, vandalised public facilities, looted an ICT training centre, carted away a Police station signpost, invaded banks, destroyed a mosque, hijacked a Personnel Armour Carrier, flew foreign flags, sought foreign intervention, and…
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Segun Sowunmi, the convener of The Alternative and member of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), has said that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has caused all the pushback and criticisms the tax reform bill has been getting since. Sowunmi opined that although the tax reform bill was good, it was generating a lot of controversies, particularly…
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Tragedy reportedly struck in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State as suspected bandits abducted a newly-wedded bride along with four bridesmaids shortly after the wedding ceremony. The incident occurred on Saturday at Kwaren Gamba near Kuka Teke, a village in Sokoto State known for repeated attacks by armed groups loyal to Bello Turji…
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Sheffield United reclaimed top spot in the English Championship on Sunday after their match with draw specialists West Brom finished 2-2. The Blades moved a point ahead of Leeds as they extended their unbeaten run to eight matches, while the Baggies drew for the 10th time in 11 games. Torbjorn Heggem nodded in his first…
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Syria's ousted president Bashar al-Assad and his family are in Moscow, a Kremlin source told Russian news agencies, hours after he fled the country as Islamist-led rebels entered Damascus. The announcement comes as Russia, a key Assad ally, called for an emergency meeting of the UN security council on the fast-changing situation on the ground…
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An added-time goal from Jean-Claude Girumugisha snatched a 2-1 CAF Champions League victory for homeless Al Hilal of Sudan over TP Mazembe of the Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday. Captain Mohamed Abdelrahman had put Hilal ahead by converting a 22nd-minute penalty and Oscar Kabwit levelled with a stunning strike on 64 minutes in the…
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Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, yesterday, said his administration had not obtained any loan since its inception in 2022, rather, it has been reducing the inherited debts.
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The question that riles the mind is this: Why would the Nigeria Police dismiss Inspector Edith Uduma without giving her a fair hearing? The circumstances surrounding the dismissal of the Inspector at the Edo State Police Command from the force after exposing a colleague who allegedly raped a female suspect in police custody are indeed murky.
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The hoopla generated by President Tinubu’s proposed tax reform bills, seems like an orchestration to steer the people away from the real issues. The realities of citizens today are not hinged on immediate tax reforms.
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Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has commenced an investigation into a serious incident involving a Fly Bird HS 125 aircraft with registration number 5NKAL after it almost crashed minutes after take-off.