Insight & Analysis
Nigeria @63: Unveiling the Economic Woes of a Struggling African Giant
As Nigeria celebrates its 63rd independence anniversary, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on the nation’s journey, especially in the economic context. While Nigeria was once seen as a shining star in Africa’s economic landscape, recent years have seen it grappling with a host of challenges, casting a shadow on…
Read More »Can Abuja Have its Own Governor & Assembly, following Presidential Court Ruling?
The recent presidential court ruling has ignited a nationwide debate on the governance structure of Nigeria, particularly concerning Abuja’s status. The Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) rejected a literal interpretation of section 134(2)(b) of the 1999 Constitution, stating that the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja’s votes couldn’t be decisive in…
Read More »How Rich is Abdul Samad Rabiu?
Abdul Samad Rabiu has been described as a close-range competitor of Aliko Dangote, Nigeria’s Richest Man. Rabiu who stands as the second richest man in Nigeria derives his fortune from his manufacturing company, BUA Group. The group is one of the continent’s fastest-growing manufacturing conglomerates. When we talk about wealth,…
Read More »Why Aliko Dangote’s Mega Refinery Has Failed to Meet Production Deadline
Aliko Dangote’s refinery once heralded as a game-changer for Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, has failed to commence production as originally planned. The August deadline for production has come and gone, creating a ripple effect of concerns among stakeholders and the public at large. The project, esteemed to be Africa’s…
Read More »The Tompolo Contract: Unpacking the Controversy Surrounding Pipeline Surveillance in Nigeria
Two pressure groups, the Arewa Youth Congress (AYC) and the Northern Youth Advocacy for Good Governance Initiative (NYAGGI), have urged the President Bola Tinubu-led federal government not to renew the pipeline surveillance contract awarded to the ex-militant leader, Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo. In a peaceful protest staged at…
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