By Ruqayyatu Modibbo Umar I’m excited to share that I have recently qualified as a solicitor and notary public in Scotland while continuing my practice as a lawyer in Nigeria. This journey has been nothing short of fascinating, enlightening, and transformative! The Scottish legal system is distinct from Nigeria’s, as Scottish law is a hybrid…
“The trending international news on the seizure of three Jets belonging to Nigeria’s Presidential fleet is yet another of many embarrassing things exposing our failed leadership and our attitude to the rule of law even in a democracy. It has also exposed multiple dimensions to our leadership failure and our insensitivity to the plight of…
By Zayd Ibn Isah Many Nigerians are miffed by their country’s abysmal performance at the recently concluded Olympics in Paris. Team Nigeria entered the tournament with high expectations but ultimately came up empty. Not even the world record breaker and star athlete, Tobi Amusan, could salvage a gold medal for the country, talk less of…
Kogi State is ushering in a new era of opportunity with the groundbreaking ceremony of the Barefoot Renewable Energy College, the first of its kind in Nigeria. This momentous occasion was celebrated in Lokoja, the state capital known for its scenic confluence of the River Niger and River Benue, in the presence of the Honorable…
By Prof Udenta O. Udenta The press statement by PROF UDENTA O. UDENTA, a Patriot, Political Thinker and Founding National Secretary of Alliance for Democracy (AD), addresses three significant issues of national concern; the End-Hunger Protests, the overall State of the Nation, and Hon Yakubu Dogara’s inexplicable descent into the Infernal Regions via his hate…
The Southern Nigeria Muslim Organization (SONMO), co-convened by Alh. Dr. Haroun O. Ajah, FCRSA and Imam Salahud-Deen Busair, has called on the participants in the ongoing nation wide protest to stop and allow peaceful dialogue with the government in a bid to address all the legitimate demands put forward. According to the statement released on…
By Law Mefor The country’s hunger protests have brought about a great deal of sorrow, violence, and property destruction, which have taken a toll. Over twenty lives have been lost. These tragedies could have been prevented if better coordination and cooperation had existed between the government, security services, and protesters. Sadly, if the protest fizzles…
By Zaidu Zaidu In a bid to ease lingering tensions in the country, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has addressed the nation with a speech aimed at reconciliation, reassurance, and charting a clear path forward for Nigeria. The President spoke In sober, yet unmistakable terms. His speech was reminiscent of great leaders throughout history who have…
Former President of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo has said the fuel subsidy removed in June 2023 by President Bola Tinubu’s administration has come back due to inflation. Obasanjo disclosed this in a recent interview with the Financial Times. In the interview, Obasanjo faulted how Tinubu woke up one morning and removed fuel subsidies without thinking about…
By Ochogwu Sunday President Bola Tinubu on Sunday addressed Nigerians on the ongoing nationwide protests against hardship. DAILY POST reports that Nigerians, particularly youths, commenced a nationwide protest from August 1 to demand an end to the lingering food crisis and other economic hardship bedeviling them. Addressing the situation, Tinubu in his speech, expressed sadness…
