Yesterday, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officially declared Sen. Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) the winner of the Edo State governorship election held on Saturday, 21st September 2024. Okpebholo secured 291,667 votes to win his main opponent, Asue Ighodalo of the ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the state, who garnered…
By Ini Imah As the local government elections approach in Cross River State, the air is thick with anticipation and hope. The people, particularly in the Calabar Metropolis, are eager to see their voices reflected in leadership at the grassroots level. Governor Sen. Bassey Edet Otu, affectionately called the “People’s Governor,” has earned the love…
By K. A. O. Etta As Cross Riverians continue to anticipate the conduct of local government elections in the state, and with the State Independent Electoral Commission (CROSIEC) further stating that elections will hold before the end of December 2024, permutations are rife as to who is most prepared, deserves to or should occupy the…
By Chris Nwaokobia How quickly do hypocrisy and Pharisees come full cycle? How does self-acclaimed Progressives and Democrats become so quickly the greatest threat to our democracy and fundamental Human Rights and Freedoms? Why are they so uncomfortable with dissent and protest? What is Treasonable about the exercise of the freedom of Protest? Why are…
About a month ago, I had an interesting conversation with a senior citizen who retired as a top management staff of NNPC on fuel subsidy. Our discussion was prompted by an article I wrote questioning the disbursement of the savings from the subsidy removal, its effect on the economy as well as some President Bola…
By Kofi Annan African Leaders go begging at Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), starting from Wednesday to Friday, 4th – 6th September 2024 in Beijing, China. Just imagine the resources of all countries in Africa put together, including our population of 1.4 billion people, and tell me why Africa should remain poor. Resources from Congo…
In the heart of Nigeria’s ongoing economic challenges, the nation’s fuel crisis has become a focal point, sparking debates and concerns across the board. As Nigeria battles persistent fuel scarcity, skyrocketing prices, and a strained economy, recent developments surrounding the Dangote Refinery and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) have added new layers of…
By Dominic Kidzu It took an early morning call from one of the national officers of the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) to spur me to this cause of action, which I consider to be in the specific regard of the corporation, the protection of the identity of the newspaper and the wider interest of…
As Nigerians continue to wallow in the utopia that leadership is rocket science, maybe it’s because President Bola Tinubu is following in the footsteps of every leader that has been before him. By David Hundeyin If I were given the task by a foreign power to cripple a developing economy like Nigeria and reduce its…
Dear Readers, In our rapidly evolving world, the path to leadership and career success is often paved with challenges, particularly for women breaking new ground in traditionally male-dominated fields. This letter is a tribute to all women who have confronted these barriers with resilience and determination as well as to men who show support constructively…drawing…
