THE National Library of Nigeria in Abuja, conceived nearly two decades ago as an 11-floor architectural landmark, has become a tragic monument to official negligence. Since its contract was first awarded in 2006, the project has suffered endless delays, contract variations, and redesigns. What should have stood as a beacon of knowledge is now an […]
WHEN George Wallace was shot in 1972, America performed a curious ritual. The same segregationist governor who once stood in a schoolhouse door vowing “segregation now, segregation tomorrow, segregation forever” suddenly became a figure of pity. Paralyzed from the waist down, he lived the rest of his life in a wheelchair. And in that frailty, […]
WE live in a land where the dead are forgotten, where shallow graves hold the voices of innocents, while their killers are welcomed into halls of power. In Katsina State today, terrorism has been rewarded with handshakes, smiles, and state recognition. What should be a firm stand against bloodshed has become an embrace of it. […]
THE streets of Kathmandu did not erupt by accident. They exploded under the weight of betrayal. For days, young Nepalis poured into the streets, their anger ignited by corruption, inequality, and the arrogance of rulers who had mistaken silence for obedience. They carried no grand ideology; they carried the scars of hunger, the bitterness of […]
SPORTS betting, once seen as a harmless way to add excitement to watching a match, has become a widespread habit for millions. For many, it remains entertainment. But for others, it spirals into a destructive addiction that affects finances, relationships, careers, and mental health. Understanding the signs, causes, and solutions is crucial in tackling this […]
SINCE the removal of fuel subsidy in May 2023 and the introduction of new tax measures, monthly statutory allocations to Nigerian states have surged to record levels. Between January and June 2025 alone, the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) disbursed trillions of naira across the six geo-political zones, with the South-South leading at ₦1.56 trillion, […]
EVERY effort Nigeria has made to tackle corruption or alleviate poverty has ended up worsening both. From the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to fuel subsidy regimes, from anti-graft agencies like the EFCC to countless empowerment schemes, the story is the same: lofty promises, disappointing outcomes. The reason is simple—Nigeria has never changed the political […]
IN recent days, reports that some Igbo community leaders in Lagos are considering the installation of an “Obi of Lagos” have sparked heated debate. Many Yoruba voices have described it as a provocation, with some even issuing threats. But before we let emotions run wild, we need to step back and ask ourselves an honest […]
By Olufunke Omoyemi-Baruwa FOREIGN policy once carried a certain mystique: long-term strategies, carefully negotiated alliances, and doctrines that shaped international order for decades. It was statecraft rooted in principles, predictability, and the projection of national interest. Today, that world feels like a relic. In its place is a chaotic landscape where diplomacy often takes a […]
NIGERIAN traders advancing beyond basic strategies often discover that international trading methods don’t always fit local realities. The Naira’s extreme volatility, infrastructural challenges, and political uncertainties demand modified approaches tailored to Nigeria’s unique economic environment. Understanding Local Market Realities Trading techniques that succeed in developed economies—like high-speed scalping—often fail in Nigeria due to issues such […]