Category: Opinion

Governance at the grassroots level is the most fundamental pillar of democracy. When local government councils, which are closest to the people, fail in their responsibilities, the impact is felt directly by citizens through stalled development, poor infrastructure, and diminished public trust. This is why the recent report of the Investigative Panel on Local Government Finances in Edo State is not just another document; it is a call to action.   The decision to set up the Investigative Panel was not arbitrary; it was necessitated by growing concerns over financial…

Since the movement from the nation’s city from Lagos to Abuja in the 80s, the issue of provision of substantive Bus and Taxi terminals had been a mirage, owing to government and political will to address the needed infrastructure in the FCT.   The existing and outdated ones has been converted either to beggars joint , abnormal people’s abode or an area reserved for shield during the rainy/hot season, negating the aims and objectives of putting up such archaic and outdated infrastructure.   This negative development fell short of the…

As long as I remain the minister of defence, our soldiers will marry the prettiest women, live in the best houses, eat the best food, wear the best clothes and drive the best cars because when war comes, they will be the ones to die first. – Muhammadu Ribadu.   If I did not get the above quotation right, I would not be far off the correct one. I vividly recall reading the book Power of Powers, A Biography of the Late Alhaji Muhammadu Ribadu, in which the above quotation…

The call for advocacies, accelerated action and concerted efforts towards ending the evil act called Female Genital Mutilation FGM in Nigerian and across the world adored this years program .   The 6th of February of every year is always set aside to address the need to eradicate, protect millions of women and girls from the harmful practices, that is prevalent in some parts of the country that had affected the health status of many women folk underlining the traditional beliefs.   The theme of this year’s program against Female…

In modern governance, effective communication is a cornerstone of democratic engagement and public trust. As governments face increasing scrutiny and rising expectations, skilled communicators within public administration have become more essential than ever. Structured public relations training for government officials can significantly enhance communication capabilities, fostering positive perceptions of governance and strengthening relationships with citizens. The Need for Public Relations Training Government officials often serve as the first point of contact between the state and its citizens. In today’s fast-paced digital era, where information spreads rapidly, their messages are subject…