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Books from the Heart of a Nation

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By Dakuku Peterside Nigeria is a complex and multifaceted country that elicits various thoughts and viewpoints. Yet, there is some order in disorder. My recent journey through books about contemporary Nigeria or autobiographies of Nigerians brought this reality to light. I have read many books,

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An open letter to President Bola Tinubu by Godswill Udo

Ihesiulo Grace 5 July 2024 0

I write to you today as a Nigerian living in Diaspora who loves his country and would like to contribute to the debate of moving our country, Nigeria forward. I want to personally thank you for your emergence as our President whose government is powered by hope and the belief that tomorrow cannot just be […]

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The reaffirmed commitment to climate action by Nigeria’s new leadership

Ihesiulo Grace 13 June 2024 0

Building on pre-existing structures and adopting new initiatives aimed at addressing the nation’s environmental concerns, President Bola Tinubu’s administration in Nigeria has shown a renewed commitment to combating climate change. President Tinubu has highlighted the significance of addressing climate change as a pillar of his administration’s policy

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On the allegation by Chidi Odinkalu that the federal high court under the chief judge has become like private bedroom of Wike

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BY SIMON CHUZU EGEDE, MON In a recent post on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Professor Chidi Anselm Odinkalu, a former chairman of the National Human Rights Commission, had insinuated that the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court had become a tool in the hands of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, […]

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BRGIE drags Nigerian govt to AU over Nnamdi Kanu’s detention, Biafra referedum

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 25 May 2024 0

Biafra Republic Government In Exile, BRGIE, has petitioned the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, an organ of the African Union in Banjul, Gambia, over the continued detention by the Nigerian government of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra, IPOB and the declaration of the Restoration of independence state […]

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Enjoying life in ‘Band A’

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 14 May 2024 0

BY TONY OKOROJI There must be a new brilliant genius at the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) or the Power Ministry. The age-old problem concerning the supply of electricity in Nigeria appears to have suddenly been solved with this new idea of dividing the country into Bands A to E. What NEPA could not do, […]

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Godwin Obaseki’s 8 years of Profligacy, Esanland and his succession planning

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 14 May 2024 0

First, let me apologize to Esan families, friends, and associates that I canvassed to vote for Mr. Godwin Obaseki during his second Term election Campaign. Many of us were hoodwinked by his eloquence, oratory, and his portrayal as the underdog in the tussle between him and the Adams Oshiomhole camp. Our reconning at the time […]

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The strategic importance of effective leadership in Police Force – By Binta Alamin Yinusa

Ihesiulo Grace 1 April 2024 0

It is a common fact that a nation can practically be measured and assessed by the kind of police force it has. The quality of the police itself largely depends on the type of its own internal leadership profile. This is very pivotal because on this hangs the overall fortune of the force. An ineffective, […]

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Opinion piece: Hyperscalers – the mindful expansion into Africa

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Cloud and Service Provider Segment Sales Lead: Anglophone Africa at Schneider Electric and Kevin Kent, Founder & CEO of Critical Facilities Efficiency Solutions The marriage of global expertise with local know-how cannot be overstated. This is particularly true in the case of hyperscaler marketplace in Africa, which has enjoyed some tremendous growth in recent years.

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Atiku’s desperation for Presidency

Ihesiulo Grace 10 October 2023 0

The Presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, reached the zenith of his ambition to secure the highest office in the country when he recently stirred unbridled controversy by alleging irregularities in the certificates of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. As a supposed seasoned politician with a long and intriguing history in Nigerian politics,

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TRUE NEPOTISM, THE UNFAIRNESS, INJUSTICE, INEQUITABLE, AND NON INCLUSIVITY OF GOVERNOR GODWIN OBASEKI’S ADMINISTRATION

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 30 September 2023 0

Recently, The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, said the process of seeking his successor ahead of the Governorship election in 2024 must reflect fairness, equity, and a sense of inclusion, as his administration’s focus is to finish strong. The Governor further stated “It is not in his place to now determine, appoint, or anoint […]

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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 are deeply cut in pragmatic disruption – to correct. […]

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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

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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. […]

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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, […]

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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. […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]