Laz Apir in this opinion piece shares perspectives on the presidential election and imminent second coming of Donald Trump as president of the US Trump’s entire campaign was built and hotly running against incumbent President Joe Biden up until July 2024 when like Trump, the world woke up to the news that President Biden would no longer be running for a second term due to inability to function optimally as a result of his old...
In a memo to the senate committee on constitutional review, former vice president Atiku Abubakar has advocated for amendments to Nigeria’s constitution. See memo below. READ MORE: Minister summoned as Atiku writes senators | SENATE GIST TODAY
CASER has petitioned the ICPC to take over and investigate the claims contained in the viral audio recording of bribery and corruption allegations involving EFCC, NCoS and Bobrisky Frank Tietie, Executive Director, Citizens Advocacy for Social and Economic Rights (CASER), has stated that the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC) is the appropriate body to investigate serious bribery and corruption allegations involving officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and...
Igbuzor, the Executive Director of Centre LSD, has described CSOs as agents of change in Nigeria, noting their contributions to achieving independence and campaigning against military rule that led to transition to civil rule in 1999 The Founding Executive Director of the African Centre for Leadership, Strategy & Development (Centre LSD), Otive Igbuzor, has emphasized the critical role Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) have played as agents of change in Nigeria, particularly in fostering democracy,...
In this oped, Citizen Sale Yanguruza calls on members of the national assembly to donate their September salaries to victims of the Borno flood disaster The devastating flood situation in Maiduguri continues to worsen and blemishing the welfare of millions of residents, leaving them hopeless and desperate. The crisis necessitates immediate attention and action from diverse stakeholders, including; political leaders, religious leaders, and the three arms of government to mitigate the hardships faced by the...
In this opinion piece, Olaogun Michael Sunkanmi writes on the first year of the 10th national assembly Nigeria’s uninterrupted democratic journey since 1999 has no doubt attracted both commendation and condemnation across successive administrations. The commendable aspect of the nation’s journey is hinged on the fact that it has remained as “one” despite dissenting voices while on the other hand, the essence of democracy has not to a significant extent reflected in the lives of...
The African Centre for Media & Information Literacy (AFRICMIL) has decried the manhandling of journalists and other protesters by the police during the #EndBadGovernance protests across the country. The African Centre for Media & Information Literacy (AFRICMIL) has condemned the manhandling of journalists and other citizens during the nationwide protests against bad governance. A statement signed by the group’s coordinator, Chido Onumah, condemned the nefarious attacks stating that it is an infringement on citizens’ rights....
Despite being a victim of looting and vandalism at the ongoing nationwide #EndBadGovernance protests, Jigawa senator, Babangida Hussaini, assures constituents of responsive representation Senator Babangida Hussaini (APC Jigawa) has condemned the recent looting and vandalism that erupted during nationwide protests against bad governance. In a personally signed statement released on Monday, the senator expressed dismay at the violent turn of events, particularly highlighting the damage inflicted in Jigawa State. ALSO READ: Give Tinubu more time...
Nigeria’s debt crisis calls for an urgent passage of the FRA amendment bill by the National Assembly Nigeria’s public debt has surged dramatically, increasing from N12.8 trillion in 2015 to N87.91 trillion in 2023, representing an astonishing 585% rise, as per the National Bureau of Statistics. This debt increase, along with fluctuating forex rates and inflation, has worsened the economic challenges faced by Nigerians. According to a report by Statista.com on September 22, 2023, Nigeria...
Third Republic House of Representatives members pledged their alligence to President Tinubu and dissuaded youths from planned protest Members of Nigeria’s third Republic House of Representatives have appealed to Nigerian youths to reconsider the planned nationwide protest against hunger and economic challenges. Led by Rep. Alhassan Ado-Doguwa (APC Kano), the third Republic members pledged loyalty to the government of President Bola Tinubu. While recalling that President Tinubu was a member of the Senate during the third...
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