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ILO Must Act: End The 40-Hour Week’s Modern Slavery Now

August 17, 2023 3:24 am

In the annals of human civilisation, as communities transitioned from the rustic rhythms of agrarian societies to the relentless cadence of industrialisation, a significant shift crystallised: the 40-hour work week. Born out of a desperate need to establish a semblance of balance between toil and recreation during the burgeoning industrial age, this work-week blueprint has since become an indelible hallmark of modern professional landscapes. However, as we navigate the complex terrains of the 21st century, armed with unprecedented technological prowess and witnessing seismic shifts in global economic paradigms, a pressing contemplation emerges: does this antiquated relic still resonate with the …

NYLH’s Unprecedented Education Outreach In Nigeria

August 14, 2023 3:10 am

In a world where the thirst for knowledge propels humanity forward, where the wings of creativity unfurl to paint the future, and where the unyielding march of progress shapes destinies, a luminous beacon of excellence rises above the horizon. This beacon is none other than the distinguished institution known as the New York Learning Hub (NYLH), an entity that not only challenges the established norms but also embodies the boundless potential of education to effect transformation. With an orchestration of academic rigour harmonised with a steadfast global vision, NYLH stands as a living testament to the revitalisation of educational paradigms, …

Success Is Not À La Carte: A Lesson For African Youth

August 10, 2023 4:00 am

In fine dining establishments across the globe, the option to order “à la carte” is often extended to discerning patrons. It’s a choice that permits the selection of individual dishes from an extensive menu rather than settling for a pre-set meal. This method offers an experience of customization, a tantalizing journey that caters to personal preferences and unique culinary desires.

But when juxtaposed with the journey towards success, particularly in the context of Africa’s ambitious youth, this culinary metaphor unravels. Success, unlike a sumptuous à la carte meal, is not a series of readily available options laid out on a …

Tinubu’s Call: Inclusiveness, Not Nepotism, In Governance

August 7, 2023 2:57 am

In the opening months of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, a keen global gaze has settled on Nigeria’s emerging governance dynamics. Stepping into leadership of a country that’s a kaleidoscope of cultures and ethnicities, Tinubu’s initial moves are more than mere policy decisions; they are essential signals of the administration’s guiding principles. His recent submission of ministerial nominees to the National Assembly, far from being a mundane procedural task, carries the weight of symbolism. It reveals the contours of a government’s philosophy and direction and serves as a litmus test of commitment to inclusiveness and national unity. In a country …

Nigeria’s Crisis: Gov’t Missteps, Not Ekpa, Fuel Sit-At-Home

July 31, 2023 3:14 am

Nigeria’s Southeast region stands on the brink, shackled by increasing unrest. Yet, the government’s narrative of blame towards Simon Ekpa, a prominent figure in a Biafran faction, serves as a smokescreen, obscuring the real instigator of the crisis – the government itself.

The flashpoint of this crisis is the continuous, illegal detention of the Indigenous People of Biafra’s (IPOB) leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. The Nigerian government, in an audacious affront to international law, extrajudicially renditioned Kanu from Kenya in 2021. This brazen dismissal of due process and human rights has only served to fuel the escalating tension.

Despite a unanimous …

Nigerian Senate: Lawmakers Or Public Treasury Raiders?

July 27, 2023 5:06 am

The balance of a democracy rests firmly on the shoulders of its institutions. One such institution, the Senate, in the context of Nigeria’s bicameral legislature, is constitutionally mandated to uphold the nation’s will and, more importantly, its welfare. Yet, recent actions of the Nigerian Senate have provoked a nationwide debate, prompting us to interrogate: Are our Senators genuine lawmakers, or have they become audacious raiders of the public treasury?

The Nigerian Senate, which houses 109 senators, is an embodiment of representative democracy. Their duty spans from legislating beneficial laws to ensuring the nation’s constitutional rights are inviolate. Senators serve …

Climate Crisis: Nigeria’s Farmers Need Government Aid

July 24, 2023 3:38 am

The cycle of life, from the sowing of seeds to the harvesting of crops, is an integral aspect of the Nigerian lifestyle. Yet, this seemingly timeless rhythm has been thrown into disarray. The dire climate crisis is threatening Nigeria’s agriculture sector, with food inflation persistently hitting double digits. The escalating cost of living, coupled with irregular governmental policies and a constant barrage of natural disasters, has ignited a national emergency.

While Nigeria’s escalating food inflation captures the public eye, the insidious impact of post-harvest losses remains shrouded, a silent crisis that resonates through the very core of the country’s agricultural …

Europe Lacks The Morality To Pontificate For Africa

July 20, 2023 4:50 am

History records the insidious machinations of European Imperialism in Africa, known as the Scramble for Africa, or the New Imperialism era, from 1881 to 1914. This infamous period saw Europe exert oppressive control over almost 90% of Africa, where only Ethiopia and Liberia remained independent. Driven by covetous ambitions for natural resources, national prestige, rivalry, and religious zeal, European powers wreaked havoc on African lands, leaving an indelible scar on the continent’s history.

In a cruel irony, the Berlin Conference of 1884, ostensibly designed to regulate European colonisation and trade in Africa, became the grim starting point for the partitioning …

In the heart of Owerri, Douglas House, the Government House of Imo State, stands as a symbol of the region's political trajectory and accomplishments. Nonetheless, a robust case can be made for a renaming that honours a distinguished individual whose influence and legacy still resonates - Chief Sam Mbakwe.

Why Tinubu Needs To Ensure The Unconditional Release Of Kanu

July 20, 2023 4:47 am

In a world where justice and fairness should be the pillars upon which nations or nation-states like Nigeria build their societies, the continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), casts a dark shadow on Nigeria’s commitment to these ideals. It’s a saga that challenges the integrity of the country’s justice system, the value placed on human rights, and the essence of democracy. This situation calls for immediate rectification, and President Ahmed Bola Tinubu has both the power and responsibility to ensure this. By championing the unconditional release of Kanu, Tinubu can not …

Renewed Killings And The Need To Urgently Restructure Nigeria

July 20, 2023 3:06 am

In recent times, Insecurity has become the scariest nightmare that Nigerians grapple with. Painfully, the security of lives and property, which is supposed to be primary to any functioning government, has eluded Nigerians, leaving them perplexed and worried over what could befall them.

Stories of reported kidnappings, banditry and other forms of insurgency now dominate the airwaves and news headlines, which paint a picture of how lives are being destroyed, businesses are being crushed, dreams are being ripped apart, and millions of citizens are resorting to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camps for refuge and succour.

Rather than getting better with …

Tinubu’s Sham of A Palliative: A Looting Spree in Disguise

July 17, 2023 4:56 am

In an era defined by global economic turmoil and the constant struggle against societal inequality, governments worldwide have a profound responsibility to shield their citizens from the biting impacts of these hardships. Unfortunately, in the case of Nigeria under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, this commitment to public welfare appears to be subverted by misguided attempts at populist governance.

President Tinubu recently proposed to dispense N8,000 to 12 million households for six months, a move that his administration parades as an effort to alleviate the burden of the populace. This initiative is not only bewilderingly shortsighted but also representative of a …

Tinubu’s Hallucinations Of A One-Party State For Nigeria

July 13, 2023 3:52 am

In a futile scramble for legitimacy and public acceptance, Nigeria’s recently-inaugurated President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is back with his funny games. Miffed by his unpopularity, he is out to destroy the remnants of Nigeria’s crumbling democracy through a craftily orchestrated takeover of opposition parties and their eventual balkanisation under a falsehood code-named the Government of national unity.

The recent political maneuvers by the former Lagos State Governor have left many Nigerians bewildered, given the fact that the two major opposition parties, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party, are presently contesting the results of the shabby exercise …