Category: Opinion

College of Education Ankpa – The Mandate Before Dr Fashagba Femi Paul By Abdullahi O Haruna Haruspice

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The appointment of Dr. Fashagba Femi Paul as the Provost of Kogi State College of Education, Ankpa, is a masterstroke in academic leadership. With an impressive track record in academia, administration, and professional excellence, he is undoubtedly the right person to lead the institution into a new era of transformation. His wealth of experience and outstanding credentials make him well-suited for the task ahead, one that requires vision, strategic planning, and a relentless commitment to excellence. Dr. Fashagba’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Having served as the Director of…

IWD 2025: Orelope-Adefulire Reaffirms Commitment to Advancing Women’s Welfare and Accelerating Action

Abubakar Yusuf

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (SSAP-SDGs), Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, has reaffirmed her office’s dedication to implementing policies and initiatives aimed at advancing the welfare and well-being of women and the girl-child, in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. Her remarks were contained in a statement issued by her Special Assistant on Media, Desmond Utomwen, to mark the 2025 International Women’s Day, celebrated under the theme ‘Accelerate Action’. Princess Orelope-Adefulire noted that this year’s IWD theme serves as a…

My Natasha Comments on Arise: How Leaders Miss Golden Opportunities, By Frank Tietie

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On Thursday, I was feeling unwell after two sleepless nights spent working on a fundamental human rights matter when the producer/director informed me that I was scheduled to appear on Arise News Night to discuss the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan by the Nigerian Senate. I considered declining the assignment, especially since laryngitis had set in that afternoon and I was losing my voice. However, I was unhappy with the Senate’s decision and felt that this might be my only opportunity to express my thoughts on the matter in mainstream…

Tinubu and the Trillion-dollar Economy by 2030- a leap of faith or another Jamboree? By Abdullahi O. Haruna Haruspice

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Tinubu’s administration has set its sights on a bold and transformative economic vision, reaffirming its commitment to bridging financial gaps and fostering inclusive growth across Nigeria. In a significant move to accelerate this agenda, Vice President Kashim Shettima inaugurated the Presidential Committee on Economic and Financial Inclusion, a strategic initiative aimed at positioning Nigeria as a trillion-dollar economy by 2030. The event, held at the State House Banquet Hall, also marked the signing of a landmark investment agreement under the Aso Accord Initiative, a key pillar of the administration’s Renewed…

Akpoti-Uduaghan and the emerging controversies By abiodun KOMOLAFE

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The suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months, stemming from her allegations of sexual harassment and abuse of office against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, reveals a deeper issue within Nigeria’s political system. This incident, among others, raises questions about Nigeria’s claim to being a republic, as it exhibits characteristics of a feudal system, where social and economic relationships are defined by patron-client attachments.   In the case of the senate president, a lot has been revealed about the misogynistic nature of much of the Nigerian state. This issue has…

OF AKPABIO, NATASHA, AND SENATE’S “CIRCUS SHOW” BY Bolaji Afolabi

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Many years back as teenagers in Kaduna, which by the way was the political capital of the (then) Northern region, the writer and group of friends, school mates, and play-mates had pleasant taste of access to modernity. Even as children of middle-class parents who were either civil servants, or in the semi, and informal sectors, basic necessities were readily available and accessible; not what is prevalent today. We spent hours playing street football, and devoting quality time on the tracks, and indoor sports hall of the magnificent Ahmadu Bello stadium,…

The Suspension Of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan: A Test Of Democratic Ethics And The Rule Of Law. An Unbiased Democratic Advocacy Write-up from HallowMace Foundation Africa.

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The recent suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan by the Nigerian Senate has sparked widespread debate and raised critical questions about the principles of democracy, ethical governance, and the rule of law. The six-month suspension, which was recommended by the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Code of Conduct, and adopted in plenary, has been met with mixed reactions. While the Senate claims the suspension is a consequence of Senator Natasha’s alleged violation of Senate rules, many observers see it as a politically motivated move that undermines democratic principles and due…

Nigeria to Host 2026 World Public Relations Forum: A Triumph for Dr. Ike Neliaku Dr. Afolabi Olajuwon

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In an exhilarating development for the African public relations structure, Nigeria has been selected as the host country for the 2026 World Public Relations Forum (WPRF). This significant win reflects not only Nigeria’s growing influence in the global communication arena but also highlights the visionary leadership of Dr. Ike Neliaku, President and Chairman of Council of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), a prominent figure in the public relations industry. The selection of Nigeria to host the WPRF is a historic moment for the nation, marking its emergence as…

Enough of the Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Distraction, Nigeria is More By Abdul Isa Jaji

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Integrity is central not just in public conduct but in private endeavours. To lack integrity, especially in public affairs, is an anathema that erodes trust and respect. It is for this reason that it is canvassed that those elected or appointed into public institutions should be individuals who have values of integrity, character, and honour. However, events as orchestrated by the now suspended Kogi Central Senator Natasaha Akpoti-Uduaghan stand in antithesis to the very core of the integrity and decorum expected of a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.…

Like Natasha, like Potiphar’s wife By John Adeiza

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In a time long gone, the wife of a very important man accused a not too important one of sexual harassment and got him imprisoned on a false charge. That woman was the wife of the Captain of Guards in Pharaoh’s army, Potiphar. Though she was not named in the Bible, the Quran identifies her as Zuleikha. In the very instructive story, the Quran notes that Zuleikha is given the opportunity to repent and confess publicly but it was left unsaid whether she did accept the opportunity for clemency. So…