Perspectives
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Nigeria at TICAD9: Forging a stronger partnership with Japan, by Temitope Ajayi
When Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba addressed African leaders and multilateral development partners who converged on the port city of Yokohama at the just-concluded 9th Tokyo International Conference, he was clear about the impending mission. Delving into the summit’s history, which started in 1993 as his launching pad, the Prime Minister said the idea of TICAD was founded on the basic…
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Addressing concerns on decentralized army recruit training depots in Nigeria, by Idris Musa
Note on Inspiration: This document draws inspiration from a series of engaging discussions with a Facebook user in a recent post highlighting the activities of the proposed Depot Nigerian Army in Osogbo, sparking a broader conversation on the feasibility and implications of decentralized military training in Nigeria. Introduction: The proposal to establish decentralized basic training depots for Nigerian Army recruits,…
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Airlines, airports and passports, by Chris Adetayo
The Aviation sector continues to dominate conversations. Infact, August 2025 should be rechristened “Aviation Month”. It’s been a roller coaster of incidents, policies and responses. I’m happy about Air Peace starting a direct flight from Nigeria to Brazil. The opportunities will be many. To be sure, this will not be the first direct air services between the 2 countries. Varig,…
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Takeaways from Harvard Strategic Leadership Program, by Tunde Rahman
Harvard University has always held a special attraction for me. And why not? Its awesome reputation as a remarkable citadel of learning, knowledge and research never fails to stir a sense of pride. So when an opportunity recently came my way to undergo a course in Strategic Leadership, I grabbed it with both hands. Going to Harvard offered a good…
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Arewa’s Renaissance: From self-sabotage to self-sufficiency, by Umar Osabo
It is rare for a single article to ignite a collective reflection so urgently and painfully. Idris Muhammed Abdullahi’s essay, “ HABA AREWA : One Hundred and Fifty Million Souls Yet, Conquered Without a Single Bomb?”, has done just that. It isn’t just a cry of frustration; it is a necessary indictment of a region rich in people and potential,…
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Tinubu’s Brazil visit signals Nigeria’s return to global relevance, by Olabode Opeseitan
In the unfolding narrative of Nigeria’s global reawakening, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s state visit to Brazil stands as a luminous chapter—one that repositions Nigeria not merely as a participant in global affairs, but as a co-architect of South–South cooperation and strategic realignment. This is not diplomacy as usual. It is a deliberate recalibration of Nigeria’s foreign policy—anchored in historical depth,…
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Dateline 2027: Whither Peter Obi – stranded or orphaned?, by Seye Oladejo
As we approach the midway point of this political cycle, the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) finds it imperative to reflect on the fading political relevance of Mr. Peter Obi, the once-celebrated figurehead of a hastily constructed populist crusade. In 2023, Mr. Obi emerged as a digital-era phenomenon, buoyed by youthful frustration and social media fervour.…
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The trouble with state broadcasters across Africa, by Aderemi Ogunpitan
In a perfect world, a State broadcaster would be the guardian of trust, informing, educating, and entertaining with independence and integrity. It would reflect cultural and linguistic diversity, provide children and educational content, and serve as a reliable voice in moments of crisis. It would answer only to the public good, not politicians or advertisers. Across Africa, reality tells a…
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A legal-driven push for environmental sanity, by Babajide Fadoju
The Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) and allied agencies under the Lagos ministry of environment and water resources have demonstrated a robust commitment to enforcement, clamping down on infractions with unprecedented vigour. In this piece, I will attempt to cut through the noise and examine recent enforcements, highlighting their timeliness and impact. In a city where rapid urbanisation exacerbates…
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APC’s resounding victory in by-elections across 12 states: prelude to 2027 general elections, by Kola Amzat
During the recently concluded by-elections conducted by INEC into national and states’ houses of Assembly in about 12 states, the APC recorded resounding victories in all the elections except in Anambra state where APGA candidates swept polls, as well as in Ibadan North Federal Constituency election where PDP House of Representatives candidate coast home to victory. Even, against all odds,…
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