Echoes of Uromi: A Call for Unity in Diversity
By Abdul-Azeez Suleiman Introduction The recent and tragic events in Uromi, Edo State, where 16 Northerners were mercilessly slaughtered by a mob incited by state-owned vigilantes, have once again highlighted the deep-seated ethnic and regional tensions that continue to plague…
Are You Normal Or Abnormal?
It is nearly impossible to be ‘normal’ and bring change in any organization or society. A catalyst, even in Chemistry, is not normal. It is different from other substances, that is why it is called catalyst. It accelerates change. From…
Religious Freedom in Nigeria: Beyond Religious Elites and Political Agendas
By Felix Samari In recent years, the issue of religious freedom in Nigeria has gained international attention, often prompting foreign governments—especially the United States—to evaluate the country’s status regarding Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB). However, much of this assessment…
Inclusive Governance: Why Delta Non-Indigenes Honoured Oborevwori
By Festus Ahon The recent recognition of Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, by non-indigenes residing in the state, underscores his dedication to inclusive governance and unity. This honour reflects the widespread appreciation of his leadership style, which embraces…
President Tinubu’s Renaming of the FUE, Kano: A Tribute to Alhaji Yusuf Maitama Sule
By Abdul-Azeez Suleiman In a significant move that resonates deeply with the values and aspirations of Northern Nigerians, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to rename the Federal University of Education, Kano, to Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education stands…
The King And The Weight Of The Royal Beads
There is an African proverb amongst royalty that says that, “it is the one who wants to suffer for the people that accept the heavy weight of royal beads.” And truly speaking, royal beads are many and very heavy. Not…
Know Your Constituency Projects In The 2025 Budget (3), Cross River North Senatorial District
Now is the turn of the Cross River North Senatorial district projects budgeted for in the 2025 appropriation law. The Senatorial District is represented by Senator Jarigbe Agom (leader of the unconquered generation). 1.ERGP2026697SUPPLY OF MEDICAL EQUIPMENT TO PRIMARY HEALTH…
Kogi Hunan Special Economic Zone And Other Game Changers For Development In The State
By Ismaila Isah A quiet revolution is unfolding in Nigeria’s North-central geopolitical region and it is certainly a game changer in the making. Kogi State, under the leadership of His Excellency Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, has emerged as a beacon…
Oborevwori’s New Telegraph Award: Consolidating A Growing Stubborn Truth
By Monday Uwagwu Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, received yet another accolade over the weekend. This time, the New Telegraph Newspapers honored him with the Governor of the Year 2024 award for infrastructural development, recognizing his contributions in…
Revitalizing Nigeria’s Steel Industry: Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu’s Impact on Kogi Youths
By Daniel Yusuf Prince Shuaibu Abubakar Audu, the Minister of Steel Development, has been a driving force behind the revitalization of Nigeria’s steel industry. His leadership and commitment to empowering Nigerian youths are worthy of praise. As a key player…
The Fact of the Past Between El-Rufai and Ribadu
By Yushau A. Shuaib In the weeks leading up to the 2007 Kano State gubernatorial election, Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, then Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and a prominent member of President Olusegun Obasanjo’s cabinet, visited Kano to mediate…
