Nigeria, once hailed as the giant of Africa, is now teetering on the brink of collapse. The economic downturn gripping the nation has plunged its citizens into a state of despair and destitution reminiscent of Venezuela’s plight. Surging inflation, a weakening currency, and a precipitous decline in living standards have become the norm for millions…
Tilling the Soil of Change: Nigeria’s Quest to Overcome the Famine Fiasco Introduction: In the fertile lands of Nigeria, where the earth whispers tales of abundance and promise, there exists a shadow that looms large over the nation – hunger. Like weeds choking the life out of a flourishing crop, food insecurity has ensnared millions…
The Hypocrisy of Relocating Government Agencies: A Stern Examination Introduction: In recent weeks, the Nigerian political landscape has been agog with the controversial decision to relocate key government agencies from the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, to Lagos. This move, particularly involving the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN),…
Unmasking the Veil of Corruption: Nigeria’s Struggle for Accountability Introduction: In the heart of Nigeria’s socio-political landscape lies a daunting challenge — the pervasive lack of accountability that has crippled the nation’s development. From electoral fraud to deep-rooted corruption, the poor accountability structures in Nigeria have allowed political office holders to exploit their positions for…
Why Obafemi Awolowo. Adekunle Fajuyi and Odunayo Rotimi Akeredolu and Banji Akintoye and Majasola Igboho would forever remain Yoruba Heroes in life and in death. Shakespeare the greatest British fictional novelist and genius once wrote and I quote that: “Cowards die many times before their death but the valiant never taste death but once” I…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Office of the President Presidential Villa Abuja, Nigeria Subject: Urgent Call for Accountability and Reform in the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs Your Excellency Sir, I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to bring to your attention a matter of grave concern regarding…
Cost of Governance: The East Africa Model Tinubu Must Hug Leadership, being the generally accepted trouble with Nigeria, the November 2023 cabinet retreat of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, was the right way to kick starts an administration that is expected to put abrupt end to the multi faceted crisis maligning our dear Nigeria. Expectedly, as…
BETTY ANYANWU-AKEREDOLU: TIME TO TAME EXCESSES OF FIRST LADIES IN NIGERIA Since Ebony Herald the most credible Magazine with as much credibility and influence as Newswatch published by Dele Giwa. has published the article below. I am lifting it verbatim because it addresses all of my concerns about why “First Ladies” at local, state and…
My response to Alhaja Faozart Gidado nee Yayi Akorede, the “Iya Adinni” of Akure Muslims on why Ondo State Muslims would never forget Sheikh Yayi Akorede as Akure Chief Imam? “ Alhaja Faozart Akorede-Gidado: I am honored to read your comments on why I so much cherish your late father- my great Uncle who was…
Illuminating Nigeria’s Power Landscape: The Mandate for TCN Unbundling. Introduction: Embarking on the intricate journey of transforming Nigeria’s power sector, the unbundling of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) emerges as the masterstroke, resonating with the intricate design set forth by the Tinubu administration. This narrative unfurls the blueprint, exploring the engineering dynamics of TCN…
