Niger is a poor country by every standard. It is one of the poorest in the world. The country is north of Nigeria. And it’s a country of 27.3 million people; that is slightly less than the population of Lagos, Oyo and Osun States combined. The largest ethnic groups in Niger are the Hausa (who also constitute the major ethnic …

Barring unbridled partisanship, I can’t fathom why a Nigerian – especially an adult with a measure of geo-political appreciation will find gumption to support the Niger Republic junta. To make it worse, there seems to be a well orchestrated campaign against President Bola Tinubu over any action or inaction he may have taken or wishes to take regarding one of …

As the good people of Edo State gradually gravitate towards the governorship election of next year, many political observers- especially those inclined towards or have access to the media have taken it upon themselves to become umpires on the onerous task of making a choice for our dear state. It is more painful to see persons who are not abreast …

Between 2020 and 2023, the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has brought the country to speed in the maritime world with ratification of six conventions. Under the Dr. Bashir Yusuf Jamoh-led management, NIMASA, in the last three years, has doubled Nigeria’s momentum for a viable blue economy that seeks to harness maritime potentials for economic sustainability and growth. …

Let us start our discussion today by considering a few quotes. “Our country! In her intercourse with foreign nations may she always be in the right; but right or wrong, our country!” – Stephen Decatur. “My country, right or wrong” has gone down in history as an expression of patriotism but what is patriotism? Patriotism is defined as the quality …

It’s been over three weeks since the military junta led by General Abdourahamane Tchiani sacked the administration of democratically elected President Mohamed Bazoum of Niger Republic – our next door neighbor – on 26th July. During the period, leaders and heads of governments in the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have held two extra-ordinary summits in Abuja to …

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye has reacted to claims that he consults with demons anytime he is about to minister at the Redemption Camp. The cleric (popularly called Daddy G.O.), said his attention was drawn to some publications where the allegations were made by some clerics and groups of persons. At the …

If I was down to my last dollar, I’d spend it on public relations – Bill Gates In an era of global interconnectedness and instant communication, the significance of public perception cannot be overstated. A nation’s image on the international stage plays a pivotal role in attracting foreign investments, fostering diplomatic relationships, and building the confidence of its citizens. However, …

There is no doubt that the Northern region, especially the people of Fulani ethnic stock share filial, cultural and religious affiliations with the Republic of Niger. The attempt by some religious and political leaders from the North to make the current political impasse in Republic of Niger a President Tinubu and Nigeria vs Niger affair is a very wrong narrative. …

Last week, we ended the first part of this treatise with the question whether Nigerians think the right thing to do is to go back to Egypt, as it were, because of the hardship occasioned by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s policies of “fuel subsidy is gone” and the floating (devaluation) of the Naira. “Going back to Egypt” here means being …