As another presidential election cycle approaches, one critical question looms: Can Nigeria afford another Fulani-led government?
For ex-convicts, freedom often feels like a cruel joke. They leave prison only to face rejection from their families, ostracism from their communities, and outright discrimination from potential employers.
This piece delves into Buhari’s legacy of mismanagement of national resources, explores how Nigerians have been affected, and questions the silence of current leaders and all the country’s elites
But the truth is that genuine, sustainable economic recovery won’t be found in temporary relief programs. It requires a difficult and disciplined focus on productivity and self-reliance.
This article isn’t meant to discourage anyone from exploring opportunities outside Nigeria. Instead, it’s a call for reflection, urging us to examine the reality of life abroad, weigh the costs and benefits, and understand Nigeria’s potential. Here, we’ll explore the often-overlooked aspects of the “Japa” dream and consider why, perhaps, the answer to a better life may not be outside Nigeria’s borders
All democratically elected Ekiti State’s governors have left distinctive marks on the state, each shaped by their background, personality, and unique approach to governance. From Adebayo’s calm stewardship and Fayose’s populist flair to Fayemi’s visionary projects and Oni’s fiscal prudence, Ekiti’s leadership history reveals a fascinating blend of styles and legacies.
In the end, Fayemi’s legacy is a dual narrative: one of grand vision and intent, and another of pragmatic results. His ambition, while grounded in a sincere desire to uplift Ekiti, led to decisions that diverted focus away from projects essential to the state’s immediate progress. The balance between these two sides of Fayemi’s legacy leaves a lasting question for the people of Ekiti—and indeed, for leaders everywhere: Can ambition truly be justified if it comes at the cost of one’s primary duty to those who first entrusted them with power?
This overlapping multiple tax burdens down production, drives up the prices of everyday commodities, and erodes purchasing power for ordinary Nigerians. For citizens simply trying to survive, the rising cost of food, housing, and other essentials adds a daily burden they can barely shoulder. Every new tax pushes the cost of basic necessities further out of reach, and every price increase hits the pockets of every family.
Freedom of speech—one of our most cherished rights today—was not handed to us freely. It was fought for, bled for, and won through the sacrifices of many. But today, there’s an unsettling clamour among some calling for the military to come back and clamp down on our media. They’re using the same freedom to call for silencing that very freedom, risking returning to the dark days when voices were muted, and antagonism was a crime.
This isn’t just about one school; it’s a mirror reflecting a larger, disturbing pattern across the nation. In Ekiti State, projects funded by public money crumble within a few years, often a direct consequence of poor oversight and mismanagement. While politicians make promises, it’s Nigeria’s civil servants who implement them—or sabotage them.
