The European Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) conducted an extensive three-month-long observation of federal and state elections in Nigeria, held on 25 February and 18 March, 2023. According to their findings, Nigerians demonstrated a commendable commitment to the democratic...
The Central Bank is a cornerstone institution in any country tasked with the critical role of implementing monetary policy, maintaining financial stability and ensuring the integrity of the financial system. It is the primary institution responsible for controlling the...
Asiwaju Bola Tinubu's inauguration as President of Nigeria marked a turning point for the nation, promising progress, security reform and commitment to national unity. Since assuming office, he has taken significant steps, particularly in the country's security leadership, by...
The Nigerian judiciary has been plagued by controversies, dishonour, bullying, mockery, intimidation, and outright disregard, which have severely eroded its image and reputation in recent years. This erosion of public confidence is concerning, as the judiciary is traditionally seen...
National symbols hold immense cultural, historical and patriotic significance for any country. They serve as powerful representations of the country's identity, history, values and aspirations. They are visible expressions of a nation's collective pride, unity and cultural heritage. In...
The Bola Ahmed Tinubu Administration has encountered a significant challenge as it begins its tenure. During his inauguration, Tinubu announced the complete removal of the fuel subsidy, a highly controversial but popular policy that has resulted in high prices...
The ongoing legal challenges to the outcome of the 2023 General Election in the country have raised concerns regarding the legitimacy of the winners as they are sworn into office, leaving many to ponder whether a review of the...
On May 15, 2023, at Amore Gardens, Lekki, Lagos, Hilda Baci, whose real name is Hilda Bassey Effiong, effectively broke the Guinness World Records for the longest cooking by an individual. As her ardent throng of supporters cheered her...
The reckless borrowings of the outgoing government of President Muhammadu Buhari have demonstrated an unflinching, nonchalant attitude towards the country's crippling debt crisis. The administration's disregard for the implications of accumulating excessive debt is set to leave severe consequences...
Between September 1 and 5, 2019, the South African city of Johannesburg experienced a series of xenophobic riots that claimed the lives of at least seven people. The riots, which were specifically directed at foreign nationals from other African...
