On Tuesday, July 16, 2024, The Kukah Centre, a social enterprise born by the cerebral Bishop Matthew Kukah, put together a conference that assembled political party chairmen and their organizing secretaries in one room. The venue was the glamorous and artistic Ladi Kwali Hall of the Abuja Continental Hotel, Abuja. The conference held a few […]Continue Reading
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Key Points: Why smaller political parties lose those elected into parliament to bigger parties Most party members are ignorant of the philosophies, aims and objectives of their political parties Most parties do not have a database of their members Most parties do not have clear-cut strategies for attracting more members Staff members of most political […]Continue Reading
Key points: Floods destroys farms and infrastructure, causing devastation. Devastating drought withers crops, threatening food security and livelihoods. Governor Bala Mohammed seeks urgent assistance from the Federal Government for affected farmers and communities. Residents of Mayo Belwa, Adamawa State, come together in interfaith prayers, seeking divine intervention to Continue Reading
By Emmanuel Kwada The immediate past chief whip of the Senate, Senator Ali Ndume has publicly apologized to the All Progressives Congress (APC) for his remarks on a live television program, which led to his removal as chief whip. Ndume, addressed journalists after a two-hour closed-door meeting with the National Working Committee of the party […]Continue Reading
Key points: Encourage dialogue between the FG and protesters President Tinubu inherited problems and can’t solve them instantly. The constitution isn’t meeting people’s needs, and democracy is empowering selfish leaders. Reducing government costs, like National Assembly members’ salaries, is a positive step. Borrowing should fund productivity, not Continue Reading
Key points: ALGON pushes for LGAs to have more control over policy-making. LG face many challenges, including interference, lack of resources, and corruption. ALGON recommends transparency, accountability, and citizen involvement to improve local governance. Yiaga Africa’s leader says local governments need stable leadership and stronger state institutions. A former Continue Reading
Key Points Tinubu silent on hunger, but claims FG partners on food production President appeals for suspension of protests He claims fuel subsidy and devaluation of Naira were inevitable ‘Governors received N570 billion for ‘palliatives’ ‘The economy has started to improve’ He outlines youth empowerment programmes By Clement Adeyi Sequel to Continue Reading
Key Points: Minimum wage History of minimum wage The legal aspect of National minimum wage Reasonable wage Factors to consider in fixing a reasonable wage Effects of poor take-home pay due to low minimum wages Potential solutions and alternatives By Professor Mike Ozekhome, SAN, CON, OFR Nigerian president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on 18th July, 2024, […]Continue Reading
Key points: Nigeria locked down due to protest Bid to dissuade Nigerians from participating in the protest failed Protesters defied court restrictions on venues Protesters sang the old national anthem as a sign of expressing their frustration Tinubu’s plea falls on deaf ears By Emmanuel Kwada Despite appeals from religious leaders, governors, student leaders, and Continue Reading
By Clement Adeyi The National President of One Nigeria Group (ONG), a peace and unity Non-Governmental Organisation, Alhaji Muhammad Saleh Hassan, has called on the organisers of the looming nationwide hunger protests scheduled for August 1-10 to jettison the move because it might degenerate to a state of anarchy and doom. Hassan who is also […]Continue Reading
By Emmanuel Kwada Ahead of the August 1 Protest, a group of supporters of President Bola Tinubu converged at the POWA International Market in Nyanya, Abuja, this morning, wearing uniforms bearing the slogan “Say No To Protest”. The gathering, which took place peacefully, aimed to discourage Nigerians from participating in protests, citing concerns about public Continue Reading
By Emmanuel Kwada In a bid to ensure public safety and security, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, held virtual and physical meetings with key stakeholders ahead of planned protests. On July 30, 2024, the IGP met virtually with Femi Falana (SAN), Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa (SAN), and members of the Take It Back Movement. […]Continue Reading
