Tag: Nigeria
Tinubu and the Ghost of a Rumored Coup: A Look Back at Nigeria’s Military Coups
A coup, according to Merriam Webster Dictionary, is a rapid and violent seizure of a government or positions…
TRIBUTE: Abiodun Aremu ‘Aremson’—a champion of the working class and the poor
The grim reaper strikes again. This time, it strikes the community responsible for upholding the rights of the…
Concerns, As Nigeria Records Lowest Global Life Expectancy
Few days ago, the United Nations ranked Nigeria as the lowest life expectancy country in the world. The…
ASUU’s Long Road to Unmet Demands: Notable Strike Actions from 1999 to 2025
The Academic Staff Union of Universities, nicknamed “ASUU,” is one of the most vocal pressure groups in Nigeria.…
World Teachers’ Day: Private school teachers decry poor salary schemes, seek govt intervention
Every October 5 is World Teachers' Day. Several countries across the globe have come together to recognize it…
“Weak economy, infrastructure gap, security situation…” – Eight key points from Tinubu’s 65th Independence Day Broadcast
Many Nigerians have reflected on the country's current status as the country marks its 65th anniversary of independence.…
President Tinubu’s Renewed Push For State Police Creation, Security Implications On Nigeria
Recently, President Bola Tinubu once again renewed the hope of Nigerians that his administration is still considering the…
2027: Knocks, Praises Trail PDP Zoning Of Presidential Ticket To Southern Nigeria
Recently, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP resolved to zone its 2027 presidential ticket to the Southern Nigeria. In…
64 years after, University of Nigeria, Nsukka gets first indigenous VC
After more than half a decade of what seemed like moment of lamentation, marginalization and frustration the university…
Experts, Private Sector Express Concern As Nigeria Debt Profile Soars
On Tuesday, July 22, 2025 the Senate approved President Bola Tinubu’s external borrowing plan of over $21bn for…
TRIBUTE: Muhammadu Buhari, ex-Nigerian leader and the political king of North
The flag is flown at half-mast. The final whistle is blown. The country is mourning. Muhammadu Buhari, the…
Democracy Day Turns Protest Day: Nigerians decry hardship, ask Tinubu to fix economy
Nigeria has embarked on an exciting journey of democratic rule since May 29, 1999, marking the end of…