Category: Opinion

The labor movement in Nigeria has made wages their primary focus, seeking an upward review of the N30,000 national minimum wage in response to the increasing cost of living. In 1974, the Nigerian government heeded the Udoji Commission’s recommendations and boosted public sector workers’ wages, but private sector employees largely…

The Tinubu regime is yet to fix the economy after one year in power. The regime is asking Nigerians to be patient, yet they could change the National Anthem and speed it through the legislature and presidential assent within two weeks. This only shows that it’s not as if better…

Nigeria is in a state of crisis, and the 2023 presidential election presents a critical opportunity for change. President Ahmed Tinubu’s policies have exacerbated the country’s challenges, hiking education costs, worsening economic conditions, and making basic necessities unaffordable for citizens. Omoyele Sowore’s presidential campaign agenda offers a beacon of hope,…

Tragedy struck a music studio in Bayelsa on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, when seven individuals lost their lives due to lethal generator fumes. This heart-wrenching incident is not an isolated occurrence, as similar tragedies have been reported in the past, highlighting the deadly hazards posed by generators when used in…

For decades, Nigeria’s political landscape has been plagued by systemic problems of corruption, volatility, and a lack of transparency. One of the most insidious factors exacerbating these issues is the pervasive influence of money in politics. The wealthy and powerful have long leveraged their financial resources to manipulate elections, skew…

It’s a poignant observation that the corrosive effects of power transcend borders, yet every nation’s political climate is shaped by unique circumstances and cultural values. That’s why I have chosen to focus on the Nigerian context and examine the intricate relationship between political power and corruption in this article. Power,…

Nigeria, a country blessed with abundant natural resources and a vibrant populace, continues to face significant challenges that hinder its path toward a stable and prosperous democracy. Among these challenges, corruption and the neglect of welfare policies stand out as critical impediments, undermining the nation’s potential progress. At the core…

While Nigeria’s youth engage in fervent debate over Davido and Wizkid, the fuel scarcity crisis ravages their homeland without mercy, leaving a trail of economic devastation in its wake. As these distractions fuel the flames of discord and detract from the urgent task at hand, the nation teeters on the…

It is the same old story, played out on a different day, in a different place. The odious stench of corruption hangs heavy in the air, stifling the hopes and dreams of a nation. The nation is Nigeria, and the source of its woe is a familiar one: fuel scarcity.…

On the morning of 27th April, 2024, voters across Oyo State gathered at polling stations to exercise their democratic right in the Local Government Elections. However, the day was marred by a series of irregularities that pointed to a clear bias in favor of Governor Seyi Makinde’s party, the Peoples…