A Party in Transition or Turmoil? THE crisis rocking the Delta State chapter of the All Progressives Congress has exposed deep structural tensions triggered by mass political defections and competing power blocs. What initially appeared to be a strategic consolidation of political strength—following the defection of key figures from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)—has instead […]
The Changing Face of Knowledge Consumption NIGERIA’S intellectual landscape is undergoing a profound transformation as digital media reshapes how people engage with ideas. Long-form essays and books, once the cornerstone of scholarly and public discourse, are increasingly being overshadowed by short-form, fast-paced online content. This shift reflects the realities of the modern attention economy, where […]
A Season of Faith in Difficult Times ACROSS Nigeria, Christians marked Easter with prayers, worship, and reflection, but beneath the spiritual observance lay a sobering reality—economic hardship and insecurity have significantly reshaped how the season is celebrated. Traditionally characterised by feasting, travel, and family gatherings, this year’s Easter unfolded with a more restrained tone. For […]
By UGOJI MAXIMILLIAN Historical Context: The End of Military Dominance NIGERIA’S political evolution has been shaped by alternating periods of military and civilian rule. The transition in 1999, which brought Olusegun Obasanjo to power, marked the end of prolonged military governance and the beginning of the Fourth Republic. Military regimes, led by figures such as Ibrahim […]
By HENRY OGHENEVWETA GRADEONE Nigeria’s Borrowing Debate: Between Political Rhetoric and Fiscal Reality A fresh wave of debate over Nigeria’s mounting public debt has been triggered by remarks from former Kogi West senator, Dino Melaye, who questioned the scale and impact of government borrowing across successive administrations. In a widely circulated statement, Melaye drew a sharp […]
Africa’s Oil Paradox: Resource Wealth, Energy Poverty AFRICA’S energy landscape presents a striking contradiction: a continent rich in crude oil resources yet grappling with limited domestic energy access and heavy dependence on imported refined products. With a population of about 1.55 billion people, Africa produces roughly 7 million barrels of crude oil per day—about half […]
Inside Iran’s Emerging ‘Toll Economy’ in the Strait of Hormuz A quiet but consequential shift appears to be unfolding in one of the world’s most critical energy corridors—the Strait of Hormuz—where Iran is reportedly imposing informal transit charges on oil tankers, redefining both maritime security and global oil trade norms. According to multiple sources cited […]
A Signature That Changed an Industry IN 2007, the sale of the Aluminium Smelting Company of Nigeria (ALSCON) became one of the most controversial transactions in the country’s privatisation history. Built with over $3 billion in public investment, the plant was sold for $250 million, raising concerns about valuation, transparency, and due process. This case […]
By MUHAMMAD ABDUL AZEEZ Between Data and Politics: Africa’s Economic Confidence Debate Okonjo-Iweala’s Numbers and Their Political Echoes A recent assertion by Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has stirred more than economic reflection—it has triggered political undertones. By stating that Africa sends only 6% of its exports to the United States and sources just 4% of its imports from […]
Background: What Triggered the Rejoinder THE rejoinder appears to stem from a growing political exchange within Delta State’s Warri axis ahead of the 2027 elections. At the centre of the dispute are two camps: Supporters of Dr. Collins Oritsetimeyin Edema, a technocrat and political actor with roots in public sector institutions and grassroots mobilisation. Allies […]