Energizing the economy requires bold steps toward expanding deepwater oil and gas operations. In a major move to revive national crude output, regulators are projecting that NUPRC offshore oil projects investment could unlock between $30 billion and $50 billion in…
I know a lot of people must have heard about the FIFA Forward Enterprise proposal. It is the proposal through which FIFA wants to sell a minority stake linked to the commercial value of the FIFA World Cup to private…
For many Nigerians dreaming of studying abroad, one hurdle often stands in the way before the visa process even begins—the English proficiency test. Whether it is IELTS, TOEFL or PTE, preparing for these exams takes time, money and, for many…
Social media has transformed how the world communicates. It has given ordinary people a voice, helped businesses grow, reunited families, exposed injustice and created opportunities that were unimaginable two decades ago. Yet beneath the likes, shares and viral trends lies…
Nigeria’s financial technology industry has become one of Africa’s greatest innovation success stories, transforming how millions of people save, transfer and access money. Yet, as fintech companies continue to expand into banking, lending, payments and wealth management, the Central Bank…
For many Nigerians, the 2023 general election did not end when the results were announced. It ended with disappointment, arguments and, for some, the belief that their votes no longer matter. Since then, many have openly declared they will never…
Strengthening a country’s healthcare delivery requires retaining top clinical talent while tapping into global expertise. During a State House reception in Abuja, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu issued a direct Nigerian diaspora doctors return call, urging medical professionals practicing overseas to…
In less than 24 hours, two high-profile celebrations by Nigerian politicians’ children abroad reignited a conversation that has lingered for years. FCT Minister Nyesom Wike proudly celebrated his daughter’s graduation from the University of Southampton in the United Kingdom. Hours…
Kidnapping was once considered an occasional crime in Nigeria, largely associated with militancy in the oil-rich Niger Delta. Today, it has evolved into something far more disturbing—a thriving criminal enterprise. Across highways, farms, schools and even urban neighbourhoods, abductions have…
For years, Nigeria has battled two crises simultaneously: insecurity and distrust. While one threatens lives, the other threatens confidence in institutions. The Oyo kidnap incident and subsequent rescue of the school principal and other victims has once again brought both…
As Nigeria inches closer to the 2027 general election, one institution is once again under the spotlight—the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Every election cycle, the commission promises free, fair and credible elections. Every election cycle, Nigerians hope those promises…
In Nigerian politics, power often comes with an expiry date. Governors leave office, ministers are reshuffled, party leaders lose influence and yesterday’s political giants quickly become yesterday’s news. However, one man, Ezenwo Nyesom Wike has defied that pattern. More than…
With the gross insecurity crisis plaguing Nigeria, devastating events like kidnappings, Fulani herdsmen terror attacks, and communal violence no longer just evoke shared grief; they ignite a secondary battleground across TV screens, social media platforms, and political stages. What should…
As artificial intelligence continues to reshape industries across the world, schools are facing one of the biggest educational questions of this generation. Should they prohibit students from using AI tools or teach them how to use them responsibly? The debate…
For years, many educators feared that artificial intelligence would eventually reduce the need for teachers in classrooms. As AI tools become more sophisticated and widely available, concerns about automation replacing human expertise have continued to grow. However, emerging evidence from…
