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...

CBN “Relocation” and Other Matters, by Okey Ikechukwu   Consider this: (1) The Executive arm of the government of South Africa is in Pretoria, the capital city, while the Parliament is in Cape Town. (2) There is a physical distance of 1,453.2 kilometres between the two...

Naira's Tragic Descent: What is the Way Forward? by Kabir Fagge Ali   The distressing descent of the Naira paints a bleak economic picture for Nigeria. As citizens grapple with the consequences of these interconnected challenges, it becomes imperative to critically examine the root causes, the...

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...

Celebrity Status and Impact on Younger Generation, by Al-Janat Mohammed   The distinction between one's private and public life is becoming more and more hazy in a time when social media dominates. Celebrities, who were formerly admired for their abilities and accomplishments, now have to navigate...

CBN and Relocation Plans: Much Ado About Nothing, by Abdulrahman Abdulraheem   While it is human nature to sometimes quarrel, bicker, shout or hit the roof over what one may have been deceived to think it is worth it but which in reality is just a...