Opinion

Addressing Economic Hardships in Nigeria: Pathways to Stability and Prosperity, by Jamilu Ja’afaru PhD

Addressing Economic Hardships in Nigeria: Pathways to Stability and Prosperity, by Jamilu Ja’afaru PhD   Amidst the myriad of challenges facing Nigeria, persistent economic hardships have continued to undermine the nation's potential for growth, development, and stability. From high levels of poverty and unemployment to regional...

Jalal Arabi, Shuttle Diplomacy and NAHCON’S Preparations for 2024 Hajj By Fatima Sanda Usara

Jalal Arabi, Shuttle Diplomacy and NAHCON'S Preparations for 2024 Hajj By Fatima Sanda Usara From 7th of January 2024 to the end of the pre-Hajj visit, the Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) Malam Jalal Ahmad Arabi led his team in making preparatory...

A National Emergency on Insecurity, by Reuben Abati

A National Emergency on Insecurity, by Reuben Abati   The biggest problem Nigeria faces at the moment, beyond the parlous state of the economy, is the general insecurity in the land, and it is about time government declared a national emergency on the challenge. Certainly, the...

Tinubu and the Quest to Secure Nigeria’s Natural Resources, By Temitope Ajayi

Tinubu and the Quest to Secure Nigeria’s Natural Resources By Temitope Ajayi For many decades, Nigeria’s move towards rapid development and economic growth was impaired by poor revenue despite the country's abundant natural resources. The country's unsavoury economic situation was also compounded by the almost crippling foreign...

Bridging the Healthcare Service Divide in Nigeria, By Aishat M. Abisola

Bridging the Healthcare Service Divide in Nigeria, By Aishat M. Abisola Nigeria, a nation marked by diverse landscapes and cultural richness, grapples with significant healthcare disparities between urban and rural areas. While urban centers face issues such as minimal medical resources, a lack of healthcare...

Kidnappings in Nigeria: Is Ransom Payment the New Norm? by Aishat M. Abisola

Kidnappings in Nigeria: Is Ransom Payment the New Norm? by Aishat M. Abisola   Recently, there is an alarming surge in kidnapping incidents across the country, and the tragic story of Nabeeha Al-Kadriyar and her sisters stands as a chilling testament to the escalating crisis. The...