Opinion

On China’s Belt and Road Initiative, by Lawal Sale

On China’s Belt and Road Initiative, by Lawal Sale   China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), an initiative of Chinese President Xi Jinping, marks its 10th year of existence this October. As part of the activities to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the BRI, over 100 world...

Border Re-opening: The Looming Danger for Northern Farmers, by Alhassan A. Bala

Border Re-opening: The Looming Danger for Northern Farmers, by Alhassan A. Bala   When in 2019 the former president Muhammadu Buhari ordered for the closure of all land borders to movement of goods, it was instructive that the government had effectively banned import and export of...

Balancing the Ledger: BBN’s Whooping Investments and Nigeria’s Priorities By Juliet Agoyi 

Balancing the Ledger: BBN's Whooping Investments and Nigeria's Priorities By Juliet Agoyi In a world where large entertainment companies often hold significant influence, the Big Brother Naija (BBN) reality TV show serves as a prominent illustration of grand displays, aspirations and captivating stories. The show unquestionably captures...

Rejoinder: That Piece on Nigeria Customs’ Mess at the Border

His latest essay, titled: "The Mess By Customs at the Border," was an interesting read, as usual, for Yours Truly. Like the previous ones he authored, Adebowale articulated and marshaled out his arguments, in a manner that can only be regarded as lucid and convincing.

Nigeria’s Diphtheria Crisis and the Task Before Pate’s Taskforce, by Lawal Dahiru Mamman

Nigeria's Diphtheria Crisis and the Task Before Pate's Taskforce, by Lawal Dahiru Mamman   In recent years, Nigeria and other world nations have been afflicted with killer pandemics and ravaging epidemics. These diseases exposed the flaws in healthcare systems, globally. It however, provided an avenue for robust...

Why Stop the Beat in the Name of Suicide, Mercy Killing or Abortion? by Juliet Agoyi

Why Stop the Beat in the Name of Suicide, Mercy Killing or Abortion? by Juliet Agoyi   At a time when life's preciousness is being increasingly debated, the heartbeat emerges as a universal symbol of existence and vitality. The rhythm of a heartbeat is a testament to...