Opinion

By Tolulope Adebayo Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ikechukwu Ogalla is the Chief of Naval Staff, he was appointed to the position by President Tinubu in June 2023. A seasoned navigator, he is expected to lead the Nigerian Navy in manning Nigeria’s vast maritime frontier which stretches a formidable 84,000 nautical miles,...

By Louis Achi Probably for curious reasons, some seemingly recalcitrant tendencies or stakeholders are not ready or willing to acknowledge or concede that some key, positive changes are being birthed in the operational modus of Nigeria’s primary domestic intelligence agency – the Department of State Services, aka DSS – an...

By Dr. Sunday Isuwa Since taking the helm of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the largest news agency in Africa, Ali M Ali has demonstrated an exceptional understanding of his role and responsibilities. His leadership has elevated the agency’s reputation on a global scale, significantly enhancing both the organisation’s...

By Abdullahi O Haruna Haruspice A disturbing video has been circulating on social media, showing Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) officials attempting to apprehend a reckless driver who was hysterical on the road.The driver’s reckless behavior began when he was flagged down by a patrol team for using his phone...

By Jackson O Udeh A large swathe of Nigeria’s population is scandal-fatigued. Lying public officeholders have traumatised them to the extent that they cannot be bothered about acts of brazen impunity anymore. This is the only logical explanation for the trepid response to the Group Chief Executive Officer of the...

By Eguono King The story of the Port Harcourt Refinery’s alleged operation is one that stands out as a significant lesson in the developing tale of Nigeria’s petroleum industry. It is replete with deceit, laced with ineptitude, and a violation of public confidence. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s (NNPCL)...

By Dirisu Yakubu, Abuja The Deputy Spokesman of the House of Representatives, Hon. Philip Agbese has said that Nigerians will remain grateful to the Executive Chairman, Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Mr Zacchaeus Adedeji for the reforms intended to stimulate the nation’s fiscal policy as captured in four tax bills...

By Abdullahi O. Haruna Haruspice Northern Nigeria, with its expansive landscapes, intricate tapestry of cultures, and rich historical heritage, is a cornerstone of Nigeria’s identity. It has always held a unique position as a region of extraordinary promise, rich in human resources, agriculture, and cultural diversity. Yet, it faces challenges...

By Adeniyi Adeleke Professor Joseph Terlumun Utsev, the Honourable Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, has brought a renewed sense of hope and transformation to the ministry. With his wealth of experience and expertise, Utsev is tackling the nation’s water challenges head-on, prioritising sustainable access to safe and sufficient water...

By Abdullahi O. Haruna (Haruspice) There is a dangerous trend that, if not urgently checked, could spell doom for the nation’s judicial landscape, with Kano State at the forefront of this macabre absurdity. The trend involves using state mercenaries to undermine, impugn, and intimidate judges.The latest episode in this unsettling...