I met Zainab some years ago at a leadership program. Though I was slightly older, her quiet maturity and composure made her seem well beyond her years. She wasn’t the type to giggle through group sessions or throw herself into idle chatter. Instead, she carried herself with a calm restraint—her laughter measured, her words deliberate, and her silences meaningful. There was something almost regal about her reserve, as if she carried secrets she had long made peace with. When I finally got close enough to know her story, she told me, almost casually, that she had been married and divorced.…
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On Saturday, October 18, 2025, Muslim residents of the Kontagora Emirate gathered at the Eid Mosque in Dadin Kowa for a general prayer session, seeking divine intervention over the recurring banditry attacks that have continued to plague the area. The prayer session, which drew thousands of men, women, and youths from various Islamic groups, including Izala (Kaduna and Jos branches), Tariqatu-Tijjaniyya, and Jama’atu Nasrul Islam, was led by prominent Islamic scholars and attended by traditional rulers, the Kontagora Local Government chairman, and other government officials. During the event, special prayers were offered by different Islamic scholars, calling for Allah’s protection…
My fellow Nigerians, let us talk plainly. For too long, we have been trapped in a political narrative designed to make us feel powerless. We are told that to win a presidential election, a party must have a vast collection of State Governors—that these men control the political machinery and the votes of their states. I am here to tell you, with concrete evidence from our very recent history, that this is a grand illusion. It is a lie sold to us to maintain the status quo and keep us subservient to a failing political class. The path to reclaiming…
Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation and former largest economy, stands once again at a defining crossroads. The 2023 general elections ushered in Sen. Bola Ahmed Tinubu, a man whose political genius, strategic foresight, and organizational mastery have few parallels in Nigeria’s contemporary history. Yet his rise, while extraordinary, also raises a deep question about the nature and future of Nigerian democracy. Will Tinubu’s leadership consolidate Nigeria’s democracy by strengthening institutions, or will it tilt the country toward the dominance of a single political force that thrives on loyalty, patronage, and control? This question defines the soul of Nigeria’s democratic journey…
In every village across Kebbi State, children run barefoot across dusty fields, chasing makeshift footballs wrapped in nylon. Others gather by the riverbanks to wrestle, paddle canoes, or imitate their sporting heroes with nothing but hope and imagination. These young people are more than just players in casual games—they are the future of Kebbi, waiting for someone to believe in them, to give structure to their passion, and to turn talent into opportunity. That is why Kebbi State needs a bold step forward: the Kebbi State Sports Summit 2025. A dream bigger than sports Sports are more than entertainment. For…
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign recently concluded, nine African nations have officially secured their places in the global tournament set to take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. After months of intense competition, Morocco, Egypt, Senegal, Algeria, Tunisia, Ivory Coast, South Africa, Ghana, and Cape Verde emerged as Africa’s representatives at the 2026 World Cup. One final African slot remains open and will be decided through the intercontinental playoff round. Africa’s representation is set to be stronger than ever, as these nations bring both seasoned leaders and rising stars to the world stage. Morocco Morocco…
Africa’s foremost industrialist, Aliko Dangote, has called on the Federal Government to urgently legislate and implement the proposed “Nigeria First” Policy, describing it as key to reviving Nigeria’s struggling manufacturing sector. Speaking at the 53rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) in Lagos, Dangote said the policy could significantly boost GDP growth, create jobs, and reduce import dependence if backed by strong legislative support and consistent implementation. “The ‘Nigeria First’ Policy is not just a slogan but a call to action for sustained industrial development,” he stated. “If embraced, it will make Nigeria more competitive…
When President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration dismantled Nigeria’s rigid foreign exchange regime in 2024, critics were quick to call it a currency collapse. The naira plunged to ₦1,800 per dollar in March 2024, and headlines screamed of economic freefall. But beneath the noise, a deliberate, high-risk economic recalibration was underway, one that has now begun to pay off spectacularly. By August 2025, the naira had clawed its way back to ₦1,525/$1, marking a 15.28% strengthening in just five months, an annualised pace of nearly 48.9%. This wasn’t luck; it was policy. Increased oil receipts, swelling diaspora remittances, and the clearing…
Politics in Nigeria has never been a dull theatre. It thrives on suspense, defection dramas, and the constant choreography of power. Lately, the nation’s political landscape has resembled a revolving door, with governors, senators, and lawmakers shuffling in and out of parties at an astonishing speed. Within just forty-eight hours, the governors of Enugu and Bayelsa—Peter Mbah and Douye Diri have switched allegiance to the ruling APC, dragging along a convoy of lawmakers and loyalists. And if the whispers from political corridors are to be believed, Taraba’s Agbu Kefas and several others may soon join the exodus. The numbers tell…
As Anambra State prepares for the 2025 governorship election, the International Press Centre (IPC) and the Centre for Media and Society (CEMESO) are leading a series of strategic media engagements to foster democratic accountability, inclusive participation, and credible elections. Themed “Enhanced Reportage, Inclusivity & Accountability of Stakeholders Towards the Anambra Governorship Election,” the activities are jointly implemented under Component 4 (Support to Media) of the European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria (EU–SDGN II) Programme. The initiative aims to build public confidence in the electoral process, strengthen ethical and professional journalism, and deepen collaboration between the media, electoral bodies,…