Insecurity in Nigeria has remained a festering wound that appears gangrenous, it’s a problem that unsettles everybody, the president, the…
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Proverbs 31:25-26 encapsulates the essence of a virtuous woman: “She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.” This biblical description sets a high standard for the qualities expected of a mother, emphasizing the importance of resilience, wisdom, and kindness in all aspects of her life.
The rising spate of mass abductions in northern Nigeria has sent shockwaves throughout the country, instilling fear and anxiety among the populace, particularly those living in areas that are prone to attacks by armed groups. These incidents have not only put the lives of innocent people at risk but have also highlighted the grave security challenges facing the nation. The government must take immediate and decisive action to address this insecurity and ensure the safety and security of its citizens.
This was precisely what came to my mind as I watched Professor Kingsley Moghalu spoke at the last Leadership 2023 Conference and Awards, which took place this Tuesday, 5th of March, 2024, at Transcorp Hilton Hotels, Abuja, FCT. Professor Moghalu was the Keynote speaker. The topic was: “An Economy In Distress: Which Way Forward?” I watched him dissected the topic, spoke frankly and proffered concise and precise recommendations to our problems, many of them very ‘brutal’, he spoke like my senior friend.
This phenomenon of Nigerian presidential hopefuls shedding tears in public has become a common spectacle in recent years. These tears are often seen as attempts to gain public sympathy and project an image of vulnerability and emotional depth. The sincerity and impact of these tears are often called into question, as the actions of these politicians do not always align with the emotions they display.
The families of the abducted children are living through a nightmare, unable to sleep as they anxiously await any news of their loved ones. The harrowing reports of the conditions faced by the kidnapped children, including a lack of food, only add to the distress and anguish experienced by the families. The scale of the kidnapping in Kuriga is unprecedented, with almost every household in the town affected by the abduction of a child.
The Nigerian economy has faced numerous challenges over the years, with one of the most pressing issues being hyperinflation. As…
Security is very paramount to all facets of development in any clime, either in Nigeria or other parts of the…
Mr. Wong’s academic background, with a Double Degree and PhD from Harvard University in Economics, is certainly impressive. However, what truly set him apart from the other candidates was his exceptional score in the various criteria used to evaluate his suitability for the role. Character, performance, integrity, quality, and job Key Performance Indicators were all given careful consideration, with Mr. Wong emerging as the candidate who demonstrated the highest level of excellence in each of these areas.
As the administration of Sokoto State under the leadership of His Excellency, Dr. Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto is now presumably devoid of any distraction sequel to the conclusion of election litigation in his favor at the nation’s apex court, I am not oblivious of the fact that, His Excellency, Dr. Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto is now in a stable frame of mind to face the business of governance before him. Even though, the sole purpose of this piece is not to lecture His Excellency on governance, it is however, highly imperative at this juncture of his journey into the provision of democratic dividends in line with his campaign promises, to remind him of what is expected of him in providing good governance within the realm and perspective of the main social indicators of development namely: education, health, employment rates and gender equality.