Opinion

Governor Soludo’s management style and those who call it ‘Stingy’

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 September 2023 0

By Daniel Ezeigwe It takes a tiger-claw courage to fix a wrong philosophy. And in a case where a particular political, religious, social or cultural anomaly has become a traditional fixture, it takes something outside of the arsenal of ordinariness – or someone whose management ideologies

Opinion

Need to reduce carbon emissions in Nigeria’s construction industry

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 25 September 2023 0

By Lerato Kumalo The construction industry’s role in exacerbating climate change by adding to global warming and intensifying carbon emissions is undeniable. This issue is compounded by the ongoing urbanization driven by an ever-growing global population. The escalating global population is giving impetus to the construction sector, magnifying its impact on economies

Opinion

100 Days Of Uncommon Leadership And Interventions At The Red Chamber: The Akpabio Model

Ihesiulo Grace 19 September 2023 0

By Jackson Udom Frank, assertive but unassuming, President of the 10th Senate, Godswill Obot Akpabio, has always cut the figure of a determined and purpose-driven leader wherever the mantle of leadership falls on him since his burst into the political limelight in Akwa Ibom State as Commissioner in charge of three different ministries in 2002. […]

Opinion Tech

Sustainable UX: Designing Digital Products with a Low Carbon Footprint

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 12 September 2023 0

By Nkeiruka Ifeonu Hey, you. Yes, you! The person reading this in yet another open browser tab. Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention in our Slack threads and huddles: making digital stuff without wrecking the planet. Yes, we’re going into the surprisingly urgent world of sustainable UX. Now, if you’re thinking, […]

Opinion

Dynamic Leadership of RT. Hon. Comrade Phillip Shaibu: Edo State’s Beacon of Progress

Ihesiulo Grace 26 August 2023 0

In the realm of dynamic politics and progressive governance, few individuals can exhibit the remarkable drive and dedication of RT. Hon. Comrade Phillip Shaibu, the esteemed Deputy Governor of Edo State. Through his visionary style of leadership, Shaibu has become the beacon of hope, paving the way for unprecedented growth and development in the state. […]

Opinion

COMRADE PHILIP SHAIBU: THE “SON OF A NOBODY” BUT SOMEBODY

Ihesiulo Grace 24 August 2023 0

As little as David he could end the reign of Goliath, whom everyone avoided. Goliath was a colossus who reigned and felt like he owned the world. He felt no one, not even little David, could dare him. Those who tried him met their Waterloo. Goliath became a temporary lord until David’s arrival and courageous […]

Opinion

PHILIP SHAIBU: THE YOUTH GOVERNOR!

Ihesiulo Grace 22 August 2023 0

By Assin Godstime The fate of who replaces the present Governor of Edo State will be revealed by November 2024. Several persons have shown interest in succeeding Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki, including his deputy, Comrade Philip Shaibu, whom I have dubbed “The Youth Governor” in this piece. Shaibu, comrade and politician, is one of […]

Opinion

Ogbuku as a Change Agent in Niger Delta Development

Ihesiulo Grace 6 August 2023 0

By Ifeatu Agbu The rapid development of the Niger Delta region, which is the core mandate of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, got an impetus when the current Management, led by Dr Samuel Ogbuku, mounted the saddle at the Commission’s headquarters on January 5, 2023. From day one, Ogbuku and his team were confronted […]

Opinion

Women: The first line of defence

Ihesiulo Grace 15 June 2023 0

By Doris Ochei, PhD It is usually said that women are God’s most precious gift to humanity. But I think women are much more than just a special gift to mankind; they are the salt of the world. And it is no secret that everyone, including their husbands and children, know this. That is why […]

Opinion

Climate Justice: How Nigeria can make sense of her carbon market

Ihesiulo Grace 15 June 2023 0

BY MONICA MADUEKWE The Africa Carbon Market Initiative, ACMI, has an overall objective, which is to mobilise US$100 billion per annum by 2050, among others. The ACMI’s ambition by 2050 is to “establish carbon credits as one of Africa’s top export commodities via a focus on nature and technology-based removal credits”. Carbon markets as an […]

Opinion

Innovations in Payment Infrastructure: A Deep Dive into Node.js Applications: Exploring real-time financial systems and their technical backbone

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 14 June 2023 0

By Akeeb Ismail If you’ve ever wondered how money flows in the digital age—how a simple swipe on your phone may rapidly send payments over the world—you’re not alone. The technologies that enable this are wonders of modern engineering, with Node.js at its core. It’s more than simply another JavaScript runtime; it’s the foundation of […]

Opinion

Rejoinder to Reuben Abati’s ‘Stranded in Sudan’ Article

Ihesiulo Grace 9 May 2023 0

Reading Reuben Abati’s May 2 article (originally published in his ThisDay column, and widely syndicated) about Nigerians in Sudan, drove home again for me the fact that many Nigerian journalists need a masterclass in how not to denigrate their country falsely and needlessly; how not to downplay its positive attributes and commendable actions. So much […]

Opinion

Paving The Way To Lugard House With Justice, Equity And Fairness: Okeme And The Call For Inclusiveness – Concerned Citizens For Justice And Inclusion In Kogi

Ihesiulo Grace 7 May 2023 0

The great Confluence State of Kogi is on the March again, seeking a worthy and an inclusive Governor as the Alhaji Yahaya Bello era winds down in a few months. This time the challenge before the people of Kogi State is the call for a broad-based Kogi where Christians are given a sense of belonging […]

Opinion

The Vindication of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu and the Biafra Question

Ihesiulo Grace 28 March 2023 0

Someone forwarded an audio recording to me few days ago which must have been preserved for more than 57 years. It was the voice of Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola (SLA), the last Premier of the Western Region and the 13th Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland. The voice was unmistakable, in his distinctive Ogbomosho accent. The summary […]

Opinion

The tale of Kehinde ‘s sweet “K O” turned sour in the hands of another Taiwo

Ihesiulo Grace 16 January 2023 0

By Isiaka Kehinde In a surprise twist of events, the sweet tale of monthly remuneration popularly termed “K O ” after his initiator, would have been expected to continue unabated and Oyo journalists mouthing the praise of the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor to high heavens accordingly, but reverse seems to be the case […]

Opinion

The Abuse of Human Dignity and Freedom of Citizens to Run for an Idle Political Office

Ihesiulo Grace 14 December 2022 0

By A. A. Mshelia One of the greatest black men that ever lived, Martin Luther King Jr. said, “Let us not seek to satisfy our thirst for freedom by drinking from the cup of bitterness and hatred.” About a decade ago, I took out time to prudently study the political expedition of Gombe State. It […]

Opinion

True and false “liberations” – fighting the ghosts of neo-colonialism

Ihesiulo Grace 18 May 2022 0

Ghosts of new aggressive, neo-colonial war of the empire, hungry for more territory, cast their dark shadows on these days, which are usually connected to celebration of peace. This year, the celebrations of the victory in the World War II are being overshadowed by blood and suffering on the territory of Ukraine and destruction of […]

Opinion

2023: President Buhari, The Time To Write Your Name In Gold Beckons – Prof. Nwaokobia Jnr

Silas Ntinuokwu 9 March 2022 0

The National Co-ordinator “Got Your Back Nigeria” , Prof Chris Mustapha Nwaokobia Jnr has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to intervene and bring to an end the crisis rocking the All progressive Congress ( APC). Prof Nwaokobia Jnr ,in a press statement made available to news men call on Mr President to protect the Party […]

Opinion

PMB And His New Clan

Silas Ntinuokwu 9 March 2022 0

By Friday Peter About every single Nigerian alive today rues the choice of President Muhammadu Buhari, who rode to power as a civilian president on the expectation that he was the antidote to the epidemic of corruption that has held the country back from emerging as a viable and competitive country. When in his first […]

Opinion

Abu Bello And His Failed Coup Against Buni

Silas Ntinuokwu 9 March 2022 0

By David Adejare I have long stated to whoever cared to listen that the All Progressive Congress (APC) harbours some very despicable elements, those that know next to nothing about democratic tenets. Yet, they rode on the tidal wave to elective positions in the country. It was ordinarily expected that these people would align themselves […]