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Power, Pain & The Ballot: Why Citizens, Not Politicians, Will Decide 2027
2027: Nigerians Must Make Rigging Uncomfortable A Political Conversation That Misses the Point AS 2027 approaches, public discussion continues to orbit familiar figures—Peter Obi, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and established political blocs—analyzing their chances as though elections are decided solely by elite competition. But this focus obscures a deeper reality. Elections in Nigeria are not only about […]
Inside The Crisis: Who Is Driving The Killings In Northwest & The Middle Belt?
Unmasking Northern Nigeria’s Violence: Field Research Points to Ethno-Religious Armed Networks Framing the Crisis Beyond Labels NIGERIA’S security crisis is often reduced in international discourse to a vague label of “instability.” But such framing obscures the regional specificity, actors, and patterns that define violence in the Northwest and Middle Belt. Over the past decade, extensive […]
Forgery No Longer Enough? Electoral Act Amendment Sparks Democracy Debate
By ANINZE EKENE Electoral Law Amendment Triggers Fresh Controversy A quiet but highly consequential amendment in Nigeria’s 2026 Electoral Act is generating growing debate among lawyers, political analysts, and democracy advocates following the removal of forgery as a post-election ground for challenging electoral victories. The amendment, inserted into the revised provisions governing election petitions, has fundamentally […]
Trump-Era Immigration Shift Targets Status Changes For Nigerians In US
US Moves to Reinforce Overseas Green Card Processing THE United States government has announced plans to tighten immigration procedures by requiring Nigerians and other foreign nationals seeking permanent residency to return to their home countries before applying for Green Cards. The proposed policy, unveiled by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), signals a significant […]
Oborevwori’s Infrastructure Push Reaches Imode As Road Construction Begins
Commissioner Visits Imode Project Site REUBEN Izeze on Saturday carried out an unscheduled inspection of the ongoing construction of internal roads in Imode Community, Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State. The Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads) expressed satisfaction with the pace of work and praised the contractor for mobilising quickly to […]
Oborevwori Tightens Grip On Delta APC Ahead Of 2027 Polls
APC Moves to Consolidate Ahead of 2027 POLITICAL activities within the All Progressives Congress in Delta State are increasingly reflecting a strategy built around unity, internal stability and early electoral preparation ahead of the 2027 general elections. At the centre of the evolving political structure is Sheriff Oborevwori, whose emergence as the APC governorship candidate […]
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Nigeria Ranks Third Globally In Student Migration — UNESCO Report
Nigeria Emerges as Global Education Export Hub NIGERIA has been ranked the third-largest source of international students globally, according to a new report by UNESCO. The inaugural Higher Education Global Trends Report revealed that Nigeria accounted for five per cent of all students studying abroad in 2023, placing it alongside Germany in the global ranking. […]
Security Crisis In Nigeria: Bwala Responds To Hasan’s Questions
By MARY EFOMBRUH Q&A: Mehdi Hasan vs Daniel Bwala Mehdi Hasan: Since President Tinubu took office, insecurity has worsened. Nigeria is now one of the deadliest countries in the world. Amnesty International reports document thousands of killings and kidnappings continuing under this administration. Are you proud of that record? Daniel Bwala: I’m not aware. Mehdi Hasan: […]
Bwala Says Past Criticism Of Tinubu Is ‘Politics’, Defends Al Jazeera Appearance
Bwala Responds to Interview Backlash SPECIAL Adviser to the President on Media and Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has responded to criticism that followed his recent interview on Al Jazeera, stating that he remains ready to defend the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu before any interviewer anywhere in the world. Bwala spoke on Saturday for […]
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How ₦1,650 Jet Fuel Price Could Reshape Airline Operating Costs In Nigeria
Dangote Refinery Reduces Jet Fuel Price Amid Airline Cost Pressures Price Adjustment Announced THE Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reduced the price of aviation fuel (Jet A1) from ₦1,750 to ₦1,650 per litre, a move aimed at easing operational pressure on airlines and stabilising fuel supply in Nigeria’s aviation sector. The announcement, confirmed by the company […]
Ibaka Seaport Controversy Deepens As Dugout Port Plan Sparks Alarm
By EMEM BENSON A Strategic Vision Under Scrutiny FOR over two decades, the proposed Ibaka (Ibom) Deep Seaport has stood as one of Nigeria’s most ambitious maritime infrastructure projects. Conceived as a natural deep seaport along the Atlantic coastline in Akwa Ibom State, the project promised to transform Nigeria’s logistics ecosystem, boost exports, and position the […]
NAHCO Revenue Hits ₦65.8 Billion As Profit Jumps 36%
NAHCO Records Strong Financial Performance in 2025 NIGERIAN Aviation Handling Company Plc has posted a robust financial performance for the 2025 fiscal year, with significant growth across revenue, profit, and shareholder returns. The company’s total revenue rose by 22.93 per cent to ₦65.82 billion, up from ₦53.54 billion recorded in 2024, reflecting improved operational efficiency […]
CBN Faces Tough Call Amid Inflation Pressures & Weak Economy
A Delicate Policy Moment for Nigeria’s Economy NIGERIA’S economic managers are approaching a critical decision point as the Central Bank of Nigeria prepares for its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting scheduled for 19–20 May 2026. The meeting comes at a time when the economy is being pulled in opposite directions — rising inflation on one […]
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Power, Pain & The Ballot: Why Citizens, Not Politicians, Will Decide 2027
2027: Nigerians Must Make Rigging Uncomfortable A Political Conversation That Misses the Point AS 2027 approaches, public discussion continues to orbit familiar figures—Peter Obi, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and established political blocs—analyzing their chances as though elections are decided solely by elite competition. But this focus obscures a deeper reality. Elections in Nigeria are not only about […]
Forgery No Longer Enough? Electoral Act Amendment Sparks Democracy Debate
By ANINZE EKENE Electoral Law Amendment Triggers Fresh Controversy A quiet but highly consequential amendment in Nigeria’s 2026 Electoral Act is generating growing debate among lawyers, political analysts, and democracy advocates following the removal of forgery as a post-election ground for challenging electoral victories. The amendment, inserted into the revised provisions governing election petitions, has fundamentally […]
Oborevwori Tightens Grip On Delta APC Ahead Of 2027 Polls
APC Moves to Consolidate Ahead of 2027 POLITICAL activities within the All Progressives Congress in Delta State are increasingly reflecting a strategy built around unity, internal stability and early electoral preparation ahead of the 2027 general elections. At the centre of the evolving political structure is Sheriff Oborevwori, whose emergence as the APC governorship candidate […]
Tinubu Sweeps Delta APC Presidential Primary With 407,646 Votes
Tinubu Emerges Winner in Delta APC Primary BOLA Ahmed Tinubu has emerged victorious in the All Progressives Congress presidential primary election conducted across Delta State, securing 407,646 votes. The result was announced in Asaba by Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, who served as the State Coordinator and Returning Officer for the exercise. Voting Conducted Across […]