Sadly, we continue to fail our young Nigerian Scholars in a nation as diverse and vibrant as Nigeria, where talent and intellect flourish, the stark contrast between the celebration of reality shows and the underappreciation of intellectual achievements is a topic worth exploring. Media coverage of Young Nigeria Scholars has been terrible and so is…
Bishop Kukah’s Critique of Governor Yahaya Bello’s Leadership In a recent interview on Channels TV’s Sunrise Daily Programme, Bishop Matthew Kukah, the esteemed spiritual leader of the Sokoto Diocese of the Catholic Church, expressed his disappointment in the leadership of Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi state. The Bishop’s comments come in the wake of growing…
In a significant development for the Nigerian economy, President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, signed the N2.17 trillion 2023 Supplementary Budget, which was recently passed by the National Assembly. This milestone took place at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, in the presence of high-ranking government officials, signaling the government’s commitment to economic stability and growth. A…
Insecurity is a pressing issue in Nigeria, with the political class being a major contributor to the problem. The Oxford Advance Learner dictionary defines insecurity as the state of being subject to danger, injury, or the anxiety experienced when feeling vulnerable and insecure. National insecurity, on the other hand, pertains to a nation inadequately defended…
In a significant victory against criminal activities in the region, Operation Safe Haven– (OPSH) launched Operation HAKORIN DAMISA IV from October 29 to November 5, 2023. During this operation, troops executed a series of successful anti-crime missions, neutralizing suspected bandits and arresting 19 individuals connected to various criminal activities, including kidnapping, criminal attacks, cattle rustling,…
In a significant development on November 5, 2023, the Nigerian Army‘s 1 Division, in collaboration with Operation Whirl Punch, carried out a clearance operation in several villages within the Birnin Gwari Local Government Area. The operation aimed to rid the region of terrorist and criminal elements that have plagued the area for some time. During…
Nigerian Army Ensures a Secure Electoral Environment In a remarkable display of readiness and commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment for the upcoming off-cycle gubernatorial election, the Nigerian Army officially launched the Combined Force for Operation Safe Conduct in Kogi State. The event, which took place on 6 November 2023 at the 12…
Fitch Ratings, a leading global credit rating agency, has affirmed Nigeria’s Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) at ‘B-‘ with a Stable Outlook. This rating decision reflects the fundamental strengths and weaknesses of the Nigerian economy, offering valuable insights into the country’s economic prospects. The ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC) spearheaded by President…
Dangote Refinery and the Struggle for Crude Feedstock Recent developments in Nigeria’s oil sector downstream have brought to light a stark paradox – a nation blessed with vast oil reserves is struggling to achieve self-sufficiency in refining. At the forefront of this issue is the Dangote Refinery, which had high hopes of revolutionizing the industry….
Nigerian Refineries Face Crude Oil Importation In a significant development for the Nigerian oil industry, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) is considering the importation of 110,000 barrels of crude oil per day from Venezuela or Saudi Arabia to operate the upcoming Kaduna Refinery, scheduled to begin operations next year. This move reflects the…
