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Prisoner Voting and Nigeria’s Readiness: The Landmines Ahead of INEC

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Questions on ethics, human rights, inclusion, state coercion, country sabotage, moral perception, logistics and mental capacity of prisoners are some of the common themes addressed in the arguments presented by rights activists, lawyers, development experts and politicians in this exclusive feature report written by our team. Giving inmates and prisoners the right to vote
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INTERVIEW: Culture-tourism is Nigeria’s largest employer of labour, says Chuks Akamadu

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Chuks Akamadu is the Managing Director/CEO of Afrocultour Limited – organisers of Songs of Nigeria Festival (SONIFES), Nigeria Entertainment and Economic Roundtable (NEER) and Africa Tourism and Creative Economy Expo (AFTCREE). He is an accomplished intellectual property lawyer, cultural scholar and tourism management expert. He is also the author of ‘Harnessing Culture
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
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Nigeria’s Mounting Debt: Tinubu’s Ambitious Borrowing Plan Sparks Alarm and Government Reassurance

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By Godfrey Asuquo  President Bola Tinubu’s administration is seeking approval from the National Assembly for an ambitious foreign borrowing plan totalling approximately ₦45 trillion (over $24 billion) for the 2025 budget, including significant sums in US Dollars, Euros, and Japanese Yen. This request, part of the 2024-2026 External Borrowing Rolling Plan, has ignited
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Inflation and the Weak Naira: The Illusion of Growth Must Be Challenged — A Call for Economic Reform

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By Abayomi Odunowo In the face of a rapidly changing economic landscape, what often appears as progress can be a mirage. Nigeria’s current situation illustrates this perfectly: nominal increases in financial allocations are heralded as signs of growth, yet they mask a troubling reality. It is imperative that we understand that real economic advancement cannot […]
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The Rains Are Here, Again!

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Like a recurring decimal, it is that time of the year when they present with alarming intensity and deadly frequency – engendering flash floodings, erosions and landslides. These consequential natural disasters threaten lives and properties in various nooks and crannies of the country. Which is why the Nigerian government last week alerted that 1,249 communities […]
Afrobeats, global
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Afrobeats: From Local Sound to Global Phenomenon

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Afrobeats, once a niche genre rooted in the streets of Lagos and Accra, has exploded into a worldwide sensation, dominating global music charts and influencing international artists. With its infectious rhythms, vibrant melodies, and deeply cultural storytelling, Afrobeats has successfully transcended borders, becoming one of Africa’s most celebrated cultural exports. The
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The Senate And Banana Peel

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Banana peels were words that were frequently used in the Senate during the administration of President Olusegun Obasanjo between 1999 and 2007. The words were used particularly to describe the scheming that took place at the National Assembly at that time. The banana peels were obstacles or temptations placed before the Senate Presidents to make […]
Saraki, Customs
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The 4% Customs administrative charge: A key to Nigeria’s economic resilience and growth

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By Abayomi Odunowo The recent implementation of a 4% Customs Administrative Charge on the Free On-Board (FOB) value of imports has sparked significant debate, particularly from figures like former Senate President Bukola Saraki, who raises alarms about possible inflation and the burden this places on consumers and businesses. While initial reactions may portray this policy
Facts about the libido
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Facts about the libido

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By Dr Oge Ilegbune Case Story: A 41-year-old lady presents to her GP for an annual heath review. She is married with two teenage children. She seemingly has no significant health complaint or medical history. In exploring her sexual history as part of a complete holistic history, she mentions she has had low libido because […]
AU AfCFTA
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21 nations hesitant as AfCFTA takes off

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The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement comes into effect yesterday (January 1, 2021) but Zambia is one of the 21 countries that have not yet deposited their instruments of ratification. Zambia’s Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry, Christopher Yaluma, disclosed at a media briefing in Lusaka that the official launch of AfCFTA will […]