Category archives: Opinion

Chinese President Xi Jinping (L) and President Bola Tinubu during President Tinubu’s visit to Beijing, China on Tuesday. The article under the above title published by Monima Daminabo, a regular columnist of the weekend title of the Media Trust Group, is curious, not only because it greatly exerted itself to undermine the outcomes of the […]

For decades, Nigeria’s retired military personnel have been compelled to travel hundreds, sometimes thousands, of kilometers—particularly for those abroad—merely to fulfill the annual requirement of verifying their identities at the Military Pensions Board. This antiquated system, both costly and time-consuming, has placed an undue strain on the lives and resources of Nigeria’s veterans. The Nigerian […]

The Africa Food Systems Forum Annual Summit, which took place in Kigali, Rwanda, from September 2 to 6, 2024, was attended by Governor Umar Namadi… The Africa Food Systems Forum Annual Summit, which took place in Kigali, Rwanda, from September 2 to 6, 2024, was attended by Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State. The summit […]

By Abu Quassim NIGERIAN politicians surprise me. As I read or listen to the views of many politicians on the current state of the nation, I wonder why they are just realising that things would get to this stage. Many Nigerians who are not in the corridors of power and not privileged to have access to […]

By Chief Livinus Ochejile Friday, August 16, 2024, witnessed yet another internal contradiction of the Tiv, with the letter addressed to the President, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, captioned, GOVERNOR ALIA’S ATTEMPT TO PUT BENUE APC IN JEOPARDY – OUR RESISTANCE by the Concerned Benue APC Progressives Forum (CBAPF), as published in the Nation […]

Nigerians’ profound interest in US elections is no mere coincidence. The roots of this fascination lie deep in the historical and structural connections between the two countries’ political systems. Nigeria’s democracy, modelled closely after the US presidential-style system, naturally invites comparisons and draws parallels with American political practices. This connection is further deepened by the increasingly globalised […]

By Tochi Okafor In the rich culinary tapestry of Nigeria, where dishes vary widely from one region to another, it’s easy for certain foods to remain hidden gems, known only to a few. One such gem is Acha, also known as fonio. Despite its tiny size, Acha packs a powerful nutritional punch, yet it remains […]

“Politics is the only profession where you can lie, cheat, and steal, and still be respected,” said Mark Twain. Sadly, this quote rings true in the current political climate of Nigeria, where deception and selfishness dominate. Since the return to democratic rule in 1999, politicians have repeatedly failed the country, prioritizing their interests over the […]

In order not to massage the ego of ingratitude, I would like to extend heartfelt commendations to His Excellency, Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, for his remarkable initiative in connecting with Ekiti citizens in the Diaspora through a recent Zoom meeting. This initiative not only highlights the Governor’s commitment to inclusivity but also underscores his visionary […]

By Sonala Olumhense In March 2017, a remarkable memo sent seven months earlier to President Muhammadu Buhari leaked. It had been written by Nasir El-Rufai, the then Governor of Kaduna State and a member of the president’s inner circle, in September 2016. Hate or love Mr. El-Rufai, he is a brilliant man. His brilliance — […]