Opinion Corner

By Erasmus Ikhide The decision to solely have himself immune from the electric power supply debacle while the nation is in total darkness has further exacerbated energy apartheid — where the privileged few secure constant, clean energy while the majority remains trapped in a system that exploits 99% of citizens for providing darkness. To be sure, the N10 billion allocation …

By Erasmus Ikhide I expressed my concerns about the military’s evasiveness when Defence Headquarters said the deadly Benue and Plateau attackers were foreign Fulani herders. Yet, they are being pampered and allowed to move around with their cattle and weapons, destroy farms, burn houses and kill Nigerian citizens freely. What was the Defence Headquarters’ intention by describing them as herders …

By Erasmus Ikhide Without mincing words, Nigeria is tragically at a tipping point—to say the least—that foreign nationals who are alleged  Islamic Fulani terrorists have now been allowed to chase Nigerian citizens away from their homes and farmlands while huge numbers of internally displaced persons (IDP) camps are littered across the country and the military is seemingly throwing its hands …

By Isah Aliyu Chiroma Building trust between the government and local populations is critical. The government needs to make its citizens believe every step it takes to address their challenges. Many communities feel abandoned by the state and this disenchantment often fuels support for insurgent groups. Grievances can be addressed through dialogue, and inclusive governance can foster a more resilient …

By Eben Enasco A notable politician once said sometimes ago that once you cross over to the ruling APC, your sins are forgiven irrespective of the people’s opinion against such politicians. The fear factor of bias and oppression attributed to the electoral umpire, Judiciary and anti-graft agency, is perceived as a key reason for sudden moves of members of the …

By Erasmus Ikhide For almost two decades, the right to religious freedom has rapidly deteriorated in the West African country. Since the rise of Islamic terrorist groups in 2009, Nigeria’s Christian community has faced extremist violence at an alarming rate. From then until today, more than 80,000 Christians have been slaughtered by violent insurgency groups — and the silence from …

By Erasmus Ikhide Furthermore, the police’s swift action in Uromi, where 14 suspects were arrested in connection with the killing of alleged 10 travelers, highlights the discrepancies in how justice is served in Nigeria and a reflection of the celebration of the travesty of justice. It’s essential for the authorities to ensure that justice is served in all these cases, …

By Erasmus Ikhide While some have hailed the killing as a necessary measure to combat the rising tide of kidnapping and insecurity, others have condemned it as a form of “jungle justice” that undermines the rule of law and perpetuates a culture of violence. However, beyond the emotive reactions to this incident, lies a more profound and disturbing reality. The …

By Erasmus Ikhide The alleged conspiracy involves the deliberate manipulation of the power sector to create a lucrative market for generators. This has led to a situation where Nigeria, despite having the potential to generate sufficient electricity, remains plagued by power outages and reliance on generators. To address this crisis, the Federal Government must take decisive action. One immediate step …

By Erasmus Ikhide The latest incident involves the death of a three-year-old child due to the unprofessional application of a drip (intravenous rehydration). This heartbreaking event is not an isolated incident; numerous other deaths have been reported, including newborns and mothers. The hospital’s management has shown a shocking lack of accountability and urgency in addressing these incidents. Despite the gravity …