Marafa’s defection: The exit of a disruptive element
On August 29, 2025, news broke that former Senator Kabiru Marafa, who represented Zamfara Central Senatorial District from 2011 to 2019, and his loyalists have dumped the All Progressives Congress (APC), with claims that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a “use and dump” politician, and also citing rising insecurity in Continue Reading
Your governor has your money, ask him for it
When last did the Governor of your state call a press conference to give an account of the situation of the state, beyond occasional appearances, for example, to address the insecurity situation or launch a project? Has your Governor ever disclosed how much money came into the state treasury from Continue Reading
Lagos’ Tenancy Bill: A chance to reset rental market
The proposed Lagos State Tenancy and Recovery of Premises Bill (2025) pending at the legislative house is yet another attempt to curb the rancorous housing situation, particularly the often sour relationship between landlords and their tenants in the state. While the government’s efforts at regulating tenancy issues are desirable, indeed Continue Reading
Oborevwori is not the Messiah we seek
SIR: From every available records of governance of Delta State, it’s now glaring that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori is not the Messiah that the Urhobo nation seeks to fulfill their dreams of being the centre of excellence in the Niger Delta. Oborevwori sees himself more as an Okpe governor as against Continue Reading
Leadership with Integrity and Vision- Hon. Dr. Junaid Balqees|Adeolu Timilehin
True leadership is not measured by titles, but by the ability to inspire trust, uphold integrity, and provide a clear vision for progress. Hon. Dr. Junaid Balqees stands as a shining example of this kind of leadership. Her life and career reflect a rare blend of character, competence, and Continue Reading
Barr Akeem Agbaje Celebrates Vice President Kashim Shettima at 59
Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State and 2027 governorship aspirant, Barr. Akeem Adedeji Agbaje, has extended his felicitations to the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, Senator Kashim Shettima, GCON, on the occasion of his 59th birthday. In a congratulatory message, the Continue Reading
Koleosho’s legacy continues to inspire Saki community-Okere
The Okere of Sakiland, Oba Dr. Sur Khalid Oyeniyi Olabisi Oyedepo III, has paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Chief Michael Adeniyi Koleosho, a renowned statesman and dedicated public servant. In a statement released on September 2, 2025, to commemorate the first anniversary of Chief Koleosho’s passing, the Okere Continue Reading
Making reforms work: Tinubu’s economic policies under the microscope
A country at a turning point, Nigeria stands once again at a crossroads. The government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has embarked on one of the boldest sets of economic reforms since the 1980s. Fuel subsidies — long considered untouchable — have been removed. Exchange rates — once a confusing Continue Reading
Education and the $1tn economy
Achieving a $1tn economy is a tall order. Still, it is achievable with deep commitment, transparency, accountability, and, most importantly, economic planning that takes cognisance of the contributions of and from all sectors of an economy. A $1tn economy should be driven not by money or rent-seeking activities but by Continue Reading
Gaza on the brink: The global duty against complacency
One of the greatest tragedies befalling the world in recent times is the seeming helplessness of nations as they watch Israel unfold and unleash her plans to annihilate Palestinians through a forceful annexation of Gaza. After some weeks of a temporary ceasefire, anarchy and doom seem to have descended on Continue Reading