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Yakubu INEC Legacy Questioned As He Exits Under Criticism

Yakubu INEC Legacy Questioned As He Exits Under Criticism

October 8, 2025 7:31 am

The Executive Director of Yiaga Africa, Samson Itodo, has said that outgoing Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, leaves behind a “weak commission” despite introducing notable reforms during his ten years in office.

Itodo made the remarks on Wednesday while speaking on Channels Television’s breakfast programme, The Morning Brief, shortly after Yakubu handed over to May Agbamuche-Mbu as Acting INEC Chair.

Itodo acknowledged that Yakubu made “remarkable contributions” to Nigeria’s electoral process, particularly through the adoption of technology, but argued that political interference and partisan appointments eroded INEC’s independence.

“You cannot wish away that Professor Mahmood …

Nnaji Resignation Certificate Scandal Rocks Nigeria Cabinet

Nnaji Resignation Certificate Scandal Rocks Nigeria Cabinet

October 8, 2025 6:51 am

Former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology Uche (Geoffrey) Nnaji resigned on Tuesday following allegations that he submitted forged academic and NYSC credentials during his appointment. His decision, he says, is “a personal choice — not an admission of guilt,” and comes amid intense public scrutiny and institutional denials of his claimed qualifications.

In a statement posted shortly after he stepped down, Nnaji thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for allowing him to serve and pledged continued loyalty, despite the controversy. “I remain deeply grateful to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for the confidence he reposed in me … …

President Tinubu Hails Economic Gains In Independence Day Speech

President Tinubu Hails Economic Gains On Independence Day

October 1, 2025 6:07 pm

President Bola Tinubu says his administration reforms are easing hardship as Nigeria marks 65 years of independence with promises of growth and security.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday October 1, 2025, in Abuja, told Nigerians that the country has “turned the corner” after enduring painful reforms, declaring that the worst economic challenges are behind the nation as it marks its 65th Independence Day.

In a national broadcast from Abuja, the Nigerian President, said his government had taken difficult but necessary steps to reset Africa’s largest economy, including scrapping fuel subsidies and unifying the foreign exchange system. He acknowledged that

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UK Envoy: Nigeria’s Bold Reforms Starts To Show Real Results

UK Envoy: Nigeria’s Bold Reforms Starts To Show Real Results

September 26, 2025 8:27 am

UK’s top diplomat in Abuja, has said that Nigeria’s sweeping economic reforms are beginning to pay off, attracting fresh waves of British investments and marking a turning point in the relationship between the two nations.

British High Commissioner Richard Montgomery said investor confidence is rising despite the pain caused by inflation and currency instability. Bilateral trade has climbed to a record £7.9 billion ($9.9 billion), making Nigeria one of the UK’s most important partners in Africa.

“Nigeria does not want a donor; it wants a partner,” Montgomery told Business Day in an interview. “That is precisely the role the UK …

Nigeria’s Aviation Regulator Warns Airlines Over Delays

Nigeria’s Aviation Regulator Warns Airlines Over Delays

September 9, 2025 10:40 am

LAGOS — Nigeria’s aviation watchdog has warned airlines against routine delays and cancellations that have become a flashpoint for passenger frustration, vowing to impose sanctions and publicly name carriers that flout regulations.

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) said Monday that it would no longer tolerate what it called “deliberate negligence” by operators, including a pattern of airline staff abandoning stranded travelers at airports.

“Passengers are not to be left at the mercy of circumstances,” NCAA spokesperson Michael Achimugu said in a statement posted on X. “The practice of staff disappearing during disruptions, leaving our officers to manage angry crowds, …

Nigeria Urges Oil Workers To Call Off Strike Over Dangote

Nigeria Urges Oil Workers To Call Off Strike Over Dangote

September 8, 2025 7:56 am

Nigeria’s government is scrambling to avert a strike that could paralyze the nation’s fuel supply, appealing to the country’s petroleum workers’ union to stand down while officials seek a negotiated solution.

The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has vowed to begin a nationwide strike on Monday, September 8, in protest against what it calls anti-union policies at the Dangote Group. The dispute centers on claims that drivers hauling compressed natural gas (CNG) for the company have been barred from joining industry unions.

Labour Minister Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi urged NUPENG to rescind its decision, warning that disruption …

Britain & Nigeria’s Conspiracy To Silence Kanu

September 5, 2025 1:24 am

“This series is for the readers who still believe that justice must outlive empire.
It is for the thinkers, the critics, the exiles, and the young — especially those who have inherited silence, but choose to speak.”

By
Prof. MarkAnthony Nze
Investigative Journalist | Public Intellectual | Global Governance Analyst | Health & Social Care Expert | International Business/Immigration Law Professional

Executive Summary

This series investigates the deliberate, coordinated efforts by the Nigerian and British governments to silence Nnamdi Kanu — leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) — and suppress the wider dream of Biafran self-determination. Across 12 …

Tinubu: Our Past Mistakes Have Slowed Nigeria’s Progress

Tinubu: Our Past Mistakes Have Slowed Nigeria’s Progress

August 26, 2025 10:20 am

President Bola Tinubu has voiced frustration over what he described as Nigeria’s slow pace of development, warning that the country — and Africa more broadly — must accelerate progress to secure their place in the global order.

Speaking in Brazil on Monday, where Nigeria and the South American nation signed a new bilateral agreement, Tinubu said Nigeria had too often been held back by its own internal problems. He described the partnership with Brazil as an opportunity not only to strengthen ties but also to reset the trajectory of Africa’s largest democracy.

“For too long, we allowed challenges to take …

Nigeria: A Country In Shame, Urgently Needing Rebirth

Nigeria: A Country In Shame, Urgently Needing Rebirth

September 30, 2024 2:00 am

Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, stands at the crossroads of its identity crisis. Rich in both human and natural resources, Nigeria’s history, culture, and economy offer a wide array of possibilities, yet the country continues to struggle under the weight of its colonial past and internal contradictions. The very name “Nigeria,” given by Flora Shaw, a British journalist and the mistress of Lord Frederick Lugard, epitomizes the colonial imprint that still defines the nation-state. As Nigeria strives for a better future, it is imperative to ask whether the country should continue to bear a name bestowed by foreign imperialists …

Educational Strategy A Management Blueprint By O. Akajiobi

Educational Strategy: A Management Blueprint By O. Akajiobi

May 27, 2024 12:40 am

In an era where education systems globally are under immense pressure to deliver top-tier performance and superior student outcomes, strategic management emerges as a beacon of hope. Ms. Ogechukwu Nwamaka Akajiobi, a distinguished Nigerian educationist and a leading researcher, recently presented an in-depth research paper titled Integrating Strategic Management in Education: Enhancing Institutional Effectiveness and Student Outcomes at the prestigious New York Learning Hub. This paper sheds light on how strategic management can revolutionize educational institutions by aligning their operations with their long-term objectives, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Ms. Akajiobi, known for her profound insights into …

Release Kanu Now For Nigeria's Economic Stability

Release Kanu Now For Nigeria’s Economic Stability

May 27, 2024 12:04 am

The prolonged detention of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), continues to hinder Nigeria’s economic development, particularly in the southeastern region. The “sit-at-home” protests, instigated as a form of civil disobedience demanding Kanu’s release, have escalated into regular, enforced shutdowns that disrupt economic activities, leading to significant financial losses and broader economic instability. The Nigerian government must recognize that resolving this political impasse is not just a matter of justice but also a critical step towards safeguarding the nation’s economic future.

Economic Disruption in the Southeast

The prolonged detention of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the …

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