Opinion Corner

July 22, 2025. Dear Rt Hon Kemi Badenoch, I write to you with profound respect and recognition of your remarkable journey from your early years in Nigeria to your distinguished leadership as Secretary of State for Business and Trade in the United Kingdom. Your story is a compelling testament to personal resolve and the opportunities available within inclusive democratic societies. …

By Erasmus Ikhide By December 4, 2022, Buhari had spent 225 days outside Nigeria for medical reasons alone. In March 2021, the then-president was in London for 15 days while members of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) were protesting unpaid allowances. During these medical trips, it was unclear how much the Federal Government was spending on his health, …

By Eben Enasco For instance, the issue of local government autonomy where council chairmen have won their cases in court, after they were forcefully evicted, but the rule of law was never obeyed by the governors. Edo is a classic example of this aberration. Corruption and evil political dominance are a major obstacle to justice in Nigeria, affecting all aspects …

By Igbotako Nowinta When a high-profile academician, a man of exceptional educational accomplishments; a colossus in his specialty carries himself moderately, easily and responsibly without bullying his subordinates or students, although the cosmic forces have positioned him magnificently, then you know that there is no academic mountain he cannot climb. Therefore, when the Senate of the Glorious Vision University (GVU), …

By Erasmus Ikhide President Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope Agenda” has been criticized as a “theatre of hardship”. Besides, his government has been accused of romanticizing corrupt and ineffective state governors who prioritize personal interests over the welfare of their citizens. Also, there are concerns about the government’s accountability and transparency, with many Nigerians feeling that their leaders are more interested in …

By Eben Enasco President Bola Tinubu’s recent position adds federal weight to the growing concerns and the need to propose or make a bill to end the massive attacks across the country. Tinubu called for bold constitutional amendments that would move policing from the Exclusive Legislative List to the Concurrent List. Enabling states with the capacity and political will to …

By Erasmus Ikhide Dr. Daudu Ayu of Yelwata and Daudu communities in Goma Local Area of the state where the attacks took place reproved President Tinubu’s terrorists patronizing comments as tragic. Dr. Ayu’s words: “I am alarmed that the president described the massacre as warring communities. Obviously, he perceives the genocide as farmers-herders clashes. The Fulani islamic terrorists are the …

By Erasmus Ikhide The people of Benue State deserve better. Governor Alia and President Tinubu must prioritize their safety and security, taking decisive action to address the root causes of the conflict. The silence and inaction must end, and the killings must stop. The pogrom and genocide in Benue State are a stark reminder of the security challenges facing Nigeria. …

By Diagi Lucky Today, Ewu Agbede Old Road has been reduced to a foot path – now in an absolute deplorable condition and left to rot away. Edo State is blessed with a Catholic Monastery. That is to say that one of the best missionary wonders in the world is cited in Ewu, Edo State. This crucial access road should …

By Dave Ikhueoya Governor Okpebholo should prioritize governance and addressing the needs of Edo State’s citizens. And the APC should refrain from engaging in politically motivated attacks on opposition leaders at a time Edo people are demanding for accountability and transparency from his chaotic administration. In upholding the principles of democracy, fairness, and justice, the APC government in Edo State …