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…
I write to pay my final respects to a remarkable individual, Chief Comrade Frank Ovie Kokori. His recent passing fills my hearts with sorrow, for I have lost another true champion of the people. Frank Kokori was not only a prominent figure in the Nigerian labor movement but also a relentless advocate for justice and…
Bridging the Gulf: Harmonizing Economic Visions for a Prosperous Nigeria Introduction In the dynamic landscape of economic governance, the synchronization of fiscal and monetary policies is imperative for a nation’s sustainable development. This essay delves into the subtle discrepancies between President Bola Tinubu’s 2024 budget presentation speech and the vision articulated by Mr. Olayemi Cardoso,…
