The recent collapse of a school building in Jos, Plateau State, which claimed the lives of 21 students, has once again brought to the forefront the alarming issue of building collapses in Nigeria. This tragic incident, which occurred while students were sitting for an exam, has been described by local authorities as an “avoidable tragedy”…
A few weeks ago, we were awakened to not too much of a surprise. South Africa was at it again. If they were not killing Nigerians for coming to their country to invest, they were setting their stores on fire or else, just generally finding ways to frustrate Nigerians to give up their businesses and…
No fewer than 1,425 international students who gained admission to universities in the United Kingdom were denied entry at the country’s airports between 2021 and 2023. A total of 161 Nigerians were affected, as they were removed on arrival at airports across the UK. According to data exclusively obtained from the UK Home Office through…
Finally, NNPC wakes up from its slumber—- hopefully, for good. They have made a good decision to hand over the refineries to local operators who will maintain and operate the refineries in a yet to be disclosed arrangement. Let’s hope the operators are properly vetted, and let us also hope that the contracts are properly…
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has officially announced that all mobile network operators must complete the mandatory verification and linkage of Subscriber Identification Modules (SIMs) to National Identification Numbers (NINs) by September 14, 2024. This directive marks a significant milestone in the ongoing effort to enhance national security and improve the integrity of the digital…
In a move that has sent waves of anticipation through the Nigerian football community, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has officially announced the appointment of Bruno Labbadia as the new head coach of the Super Eagles. The 58-year-old German tactician, known for his tactical acumen and ability to develop young talent, is set to lead…
In 2024, Nigeria is witnessing a significant surge in a phenomenon colloquially referred to as the “Japa Movement.” The term “Japa,” derived from Nigerian slang, means “to escape” or “to flee,” and it has become synonymous with the mass emigration of young Nigerians seeking better opportunities abroad. This movement has gained momentum due to a…
On October 1, 1960, at midnight, the Union Jack, the British flag, flew for the last time over Nigeria. Green White Green was raised and has fluttered as strongly as the wind would carry it for going on 64 years now through good times and through bad times like three painful years when brother warred…
Over 100 property owners in Lafiaji community, Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State, are planning legal action against the Federal Government as they are being issued demolition notices to evacuate their properties for the Lagos- Calabar Highway construction. This was made known in a statement titled, ‘Being the text of a press conference addressed…
In my last essay titled: Billionaire Kidnappers, I inquired thusly: Nigeria has been kidnapped. Who will rescue Nigeria? Responses have been pouring in, most of which are full of lamentation for the present state of our country and skepticism about the future. In discussing with a retired Colonel who served meritoriously with the DMI for…
