Former Minister of Education and senior economic advisor, Obiageli Ezekwesili, has launched a scathing critique of the National Assembly’s ongoing constitutional amendment process. Speaking on Thursday during a keynote address at the 7th Penpushing anniversary and annual lecture in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Ezekwesili dismissed the effort as a charade that fails to address Nigeria’s deep-rooted economic and political crises. Constitutional Amendment: A Futile Endeavor Ezekwesili argued firmly that simply amending the existing constitution will not solve the country’s systemic problems. She branded the ongoing process as a costly distraction and “sheer waste of resources,” emphasizing that it lacks the power…
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The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has reported a steady increase in the prices of cooking gas and kerosene across Nigeria in June 2025. According to their “Cooking Gas Price Watch” report, released Thursday in Abuja, the average cost of refilling a 5kg cooking gas cylinder rose by 1.92 percent to ₦8,323.95 from ₦8,167.43 in May. This represents a sharp year-on-year increase of 19.49 percent compared to ₦6,966.03 in June 2024. Regional Price Disparities Highlight Inequities The price surge is uneven across states. Delta State recorded the highest average price for a 5kg cylinder at ₦9,243.38, while Oyo State had…
Former Political Adviser to President Bola Tinubu, Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has sharply rejected the oft-repeated notion that the North opposes a Southern president. Speaking on TVC Fireworks recently, Baba-Ahmed emphasized that the idea of a Northern conspiracy against President Tinubu or the South is baseless. His comments stimulate an uncomfortable but necessary reflection on Nigeria’s political dynamics, regional relationships, and the rhetoric clouding national unity. Historical Voting Patterns Refute the Conspiracy Narrative Baba-Ahmed outlined a historical trend that challenges the popular assumption that Northerners resist a Southern presidency. He recalled the 1993 presidential election when the North voted for late…
A fierce critique has emerged from Salihu Luman, a former National Vice Chairman (Northwest) of the All Progressives Congress (APC), as he accuses President Tinubu of rewarding state governors of Mismanagement. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, Luman accused many state governors of diverting monthly allocations meant for development to personal use. His indictment centers not only on the governors but also on President Bola Tinubu’s administration, which he claims is “rewarding state governors for doing the wrong things.” Funds Increase but Accountability Falters Luman acknowledges that since President Tinubu took office, funds allocated to states have improved. However, a…
Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, has controversially increased the monthly allowance of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in the state from ₦20,000 to ₦30,000. The announcement came during the swearing-in ceremony for the 2025 Batch B Stream I corps members at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Damare, Girei Local Government Area. Increment as a “Token” Gesture or Meaningful Support While Governor Fintiri pitched the allowance increase as a demonstration of his administration’s commitment to youth development and welfare, critics argue that this raise barely scratches the surface of the financial challenges faced by corps members. For a…
On August 2, 2025, the vibrant streets of Vienna will pulsate with excitement as the Igbo community takes center stage to celebrate their rich heritage. Clad in dazzling traditional attire, the Igbos will joyfully parade through the city, dancing to the lively rhythms of their ancestral music, while youths showcase impressive acrobatics. This event is a proud moment for Africans, Nigerians, and especially the Igbo diaspora living in Austria. Many Austrians already familiar with Igbo culture its cuisine, clothing, dance, arts, and music are eagerly anticipating the carnival. They look forward to experiencing the stunning masquerades, watching the striking Igbo…
Igbo land, once a beacon of harmony, bustle, and industry, stands today in the shadow of ceaseless violence. Gone are the days when families looked forward to festive reunions and childhood games by sparkling village streams. What remains is fear, punctuated by the canopy of sorrow. Every sunrise in Ozugo brings new anguish. Gunshots have replaced the familiar crow of the cock. The heartbeat of our communities now skips to a rhythm of gunfire and grief, not celebration. Another mother mourns. Another youth falls victim. It seems no village is untouched by tragedy. Is this the legacy Ndigbo deserves? How…
In a harrowing attack on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at least 49 Christians lost their lives in the village of Komanda, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Victims, mostly Catholics, were attacked by ADF jihadists during a Silver Jubilee prayer vigil at Blessed Marie-Clémentine Anuarite Nengapeta Catholic Church. The militants launched a ruthless assault inside the church. Using firearms and machetes to kill worshipers, including nine children who were reportedly decapitated. Those who tried to escape were chased down and brutally murdered. Several children were taken captive during the attack. The violence extended beyond the church compound as houses and shops…
The recent high-resolution imaging of a 2,500-year-old Siberian “ice mummy” has uncovered a stunning collection of tattoos, showcasing the artistic and cultural sophistication of the nomadic Pazyryk people. The tattoos, invisible to the naked eye until now, feature detailed depictions of leopards. A stag, a rooster, and mythical creatures inked on the body of a woman estimated to be around 50 years old at the time of death. Hidden Ink: Advanced Imaging Technology Brings Ancient Tattoos to Light Archaeologists and tattoo specialists joined forces at the Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia, employing near-infrared digital photography to produce the high-resolution…
A routine international flight from Salt Lake City to Amsterdam ended in chaos and controversy on July 30, 2025. Delta Airlines Flight 56, operated by an Airbus A330-900 carrying 275 passengers and 13 crew members. The Delta flight was forced to make an emergency landing at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport due to severe turbulence encountered two hours into its nine-hour journey. The turbulence, described as “significant” by Delta, was not just a minor bump in the air but a violent shaking that caused injuries to 25 passengers and crew members. Medical teams were ready on the ground to tend to…