Perspectives
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Sanwo-Olu, Lagos State and demolitions here and there, by Azuh Arinze
Across Lagos State, the growing wave of demolitions has sparked outrage, fear, and despair among residents. From Alaba and Ajao Estate to Abule Ado, Lekki, and most recently Oworonshoki, the scenes are the same – bulldozers reducing homes and businesses to rubble while stunned owners look on helplessly. The Lagos State Government, under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has maintained that the…
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New CBN of purpose, focus, and professionalism: kudos to Yemi Cardoso, by Kola Amzat
In the twilight of President Muhammud Buhari’s second term in office, I dropped an article with the theme “Emefiele: the worst CBN governor ever” published by a number of Nigerian tabloids and a host of on-line publications. In the write-up, I highlighted quite a number of suicidal policies implemented by the Agbor born banker that necessitated the near-collapse of the…
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Setting the record straight on capital gains tax, by Taiwo Oyedele
Public debate is vital for reform. But debate must be anchored on facts, not misrepresentation. Recent reports by Nairametrics and BusinessDay on Nigeria’s capital gains tax (CGT) reform mischaracterised both the policy and my engagements with key stakeholders. Given their reach and credibility, it is important to set the record straight. 𝐎𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦: (Nairametrics): Foreign investors were frustrated…
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How Benjamin Kalu’s rise haunts Abia’s seat of power, by Elton Onwu
The ghost of a state that does not yet exist is haunting the government house in Umuahia. It is a spectre conjured not by any sorcery, but by the potent political alchemy of one man: Benjamin Okezie Kalu, the Deputy Speaker of House of Representatives. His recent, audacious resurrection of one of South East’s oldest and most aching aspirations, the…
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Lessons from bad bosses, by Hakeem Subair
We often speak of the great mentors who shaped us – the wise, the generous, the visionaries. But some of our greatest teachers were the villains of our story: the bad bosses. They were the ones who stole credit for work they never lifted a finger to do, who basked in the glow of others’ brilliance while dimming it behind…
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Erosion of trust: How hidden charges, downtime are bankrupting confidence in Nigerian banks, by Blaise Udunze
In a society where trust is the lifeblood of finance, Nigeria’s banking sector seems to be bleeding credibility at an alarming rate. The relationship between banks and their customers that was once defined by confidence and reliability has gradually shifted into one coloured by suspicion, frustration, and resentment. Across the country, Nigerians now speak of their banks not with loyalty,…
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Nigeria’s student loan scheme: light in a time of burden, by Olabode Opeseitan
When a parent like Professor Emmanuel Oyemilo publicly thanks NELFUND for lifting the weight of school fees for his three university children, it’s not just a personal relief—it’s a national signal. This is what reform looks like: practical, measurable, and deeply humane. Undoubtedly, criticism is vital for societal transformation. It keeps leaders accountable and policies honest. But there’s a difference…
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Nigeria turning towards prosperity, by Wale Edun
In this role, I often feel a mix of emotions: deep pride in our national journey, regret over the opportunities we failed to seize, and confidence in our direction of travel today. Despite some historical shortfalls and present-day challenges, I believe the most difficult phase of our economic journey is behind us. Nigeria has turned a decisive corner. The road…
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When the minds that build a nation go hungry – The silent agony of Nigerian lecturers, by Oluwadare Ayeni
Across Africa, university lecturers are the silent pillars of national progress, the minds who train doctors, engineers, scientists, and policymakers. They are the guardians of knowledge, the builders of human capital, yet in Nigeria, these nation-builders are left to endure daily hardship, surviving on salaries that barely allow them to meet basic needs. While their peers in other African countries…
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Honour for Abike Dabiri, by Simbo Olorunfemi
Abike Dabiri first made her name as one of the shining stars of Broadcast Journalism in the 90s with NTA Network Service. Her knack for breathing life into what might have otherwise passed as nondescript features made her stories for Newsline, the popular human angle Sunday night programme on NTA, unforgettable. She became the natural choice to take over as…
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