Power Without a Face THERE is a growing instinct in modern politics to search for a single centre of power—a hidden boardroom where decisions are made, strings are pulled, and nations are quietly directed. It is an appealing idea. Simple. Clean. Understandable. And entirely misleading. Because power in the […]
Traditional Authority Meets Private Capital THE Asagba of Asaba, Epiphany Azinge, has thrown his weight behind the expanding investments of Nigerian entrepreneur Obinna Iyiegbu, popularly known as Obi Cubana, describing them as transformative for the Delta State capital. The endorsement came during a courtesy visit by the businessman and his delegation to the Asagba Palace […]
Clarification Amid Growing Public Debate NIGERIA’S tax reform discourse has taken a new turn as the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms moved to clarify reports suggesting that it admitted to errors in recently introduced tax laws. The committee, chaired by Taiwo Oyedele, firmly rejected the interpretation, stating that its earlier comments had […]
Infrastructure as an Engine of Economic Growth RECENT road development initiatives in Akwa Ibom State are increasingly being positioned as a strategic driver of Nigeria’s broader economic connectivity. Stakeholders argue that sustained investment in road infrastructure within the state is not only improving local mobility but also strengthening regional trade networks across southern Nigeria. With […]
Government Unveils New Fiscal Direction THE Federal Government has approved a set of fiscal policy measures for 2026, including reductions in import tariffs on vehicles and other essential goods, as part of efforts to stimulate economic activity and ease cost pressures. The measures, endorsed by the Federal Executive Council (FEC), are aimed at aligning Nigeria’s […]
Admission Follows Public Scrutiny THE Federal Government has officially acknowledged errors in its newly enacted tax laws, following weeks of criticism from stakeholders over the structure and clarity of the legislation. The admission signals a key moment in Nigeria’s ongoing tax reform process, which aims to modernise the country’s revenue system but has faced growing […]
By UBONGABASI LINUS INFRASTRUCTURE PUSH IN AKWA IBOM: ₦123.5BN RELEASE AND THE RACE TO DELIVER ROADS A Strategic Bet on Infrastructure Delivery THE Akwa Ibom State Government’s release of ₦123.5 billion for road projects marks one of its most significant infrastructure financing moves in recent months, reflecting a broader effort to accelerate delivery under its development […]
The Cost of Governance — When Public Services Become Luxury Goods A Nation of Rising Costs and Shrinking Access IN recent years, Nigeria has witnessed a steady escalation in the cost of accessing basic government services—from international passports and driver’s licences to vehicle registration and cargo processing. What authorities describe as “reforms” aimed at efficiency […]
Social Media Rumour Sparks Confusion A viral image claiming to show a newly designed ₦5,000 banknote featuring President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been dismissed as fake by the Central Bank of Nigeria. The image circulated widely across social media platforms, prompting mixed reactions from users, many of whom questioned the authenticity and timing of such […]
Grassroots Intervention in Odukpani THE wife of Cross River State Governor, Eyoanwan Otu, has rolled out a wide-ranging livelihood support programme aimed at strengthening rural economies and reducing poverty across communities. The initiative, executed through her pet organisation, Humanities Without Borders, took place in Idim Ndom village, Eki Ward, within Odukpani Local Government Area. Tools […]