In the bustling landscape of modern society, a subtle but profound transformation has been taking place. As we navigate the digital realm and grapple with the fast-paced demands of contemporary life, some certain virtues and traditions have quietly faded into the background, slipping away from our collective consciousness almost unnoticed. By Prof. Chiwuike Uba As the philosopher Albert Einstein once remarked, “The world will not be destroyed by those who do evil, but by those who watch them without doing anything.” This sentiment encapsulates the subtle yet profound impact of our passive acceptance of the vanishing virtues that once defined us as…
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In our modern society, the nuanced distinctions between femininity and feminism often become blurred, prompting discussions on how women can use their influence to impact men across various aspects of life. Appreciating the intricate dynamics of femininity and feminism can unveil the immense potential women possess in shaping thoughts and choices. Femininity, traditionally characterized by traits such as grace, empathy, and nurturing, has historically been recognized as a formidable source of power wielded by women to sway the perceptions and behaviors of men. Conversely, feminism advocates for gender equality and empowerment, challenging societal constructs that impede women’s progress and aspirations.…
Blessed with abundant resources and resilient people, Nigeria stands at a crossroads where the leadership crisis casts a shadow over its economic progress. The oil-dependent economy has faced fluctuations, soaring unemployment rates, and poverty remains widespread. The global pandemic exacerbated these challenges, laying bare the fragility of Nigeria’s economic foundations. The landscape of Nigeria’s leadership reveals glaring inadequacies across various domains. Political leaders wield authority granted by the people but often find themselves mired in corruption power struggles and lack of visionary statesmanship that hinder progress. Religious figures hold authorization from divine sources, yet some have strayed from the path of…
For years, banditry and its nefarious activities have not only been a stain on successive governments and security agencies but have also brought untold suffering to defenceless Nigerians, especially in the North West. Many believe that these criminals are allowed to continue their reprehensible actions because of the “illegal fortune” amassed by those who are supposed to stop them. Equally, if not more dangerous, are the unscrupulous informers who aid the bandits by providing specific information about targets for attack. In exchange, these informers often receive only a meager reward, a pittance compared to the damage or loss of life…
The Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC), retired DIG Hashimu Argungu, has announced that the staff of the Commission are now positioned to receive world-class training in various areas of oversight, in line with an established corporate governance template. He made this statement during a surprise visit to the site of the proposed Police Service Commission Institute, located in the serene city of Kabo in Kano State, on Saturday. The Institute, once passed into law by the National Assembly and signed by Mr. President, is expected to provide an international training platform for the staff of the Police Service…
Naturally, it is someone who is inside a building who would know every nook and cranny of the building. Because they reside fully in the building, they are expected to understand every structural and architectural design, including all the rooms and floors. In fact, walking around the building is very easy for them because of their familiarity and good knowledge of it. The same cannot be said of an outsider entering the building for the first time. One important aspect is that it would take the outsider a long time to master and understand the way to each room, including…
Nigeria has, in my belief, three major religions: Islam, Christianity, and the “rest of them.” By the rest of them, I refer to the other minority religions, including traditional ones practised in the country. Whatever the religion may be, one thing is incontestable: none of them preaches stealing or illegally dipping into the public till, as is common with top government officials entrusted with funds meant for judicious use. These officials belong to all religions, as both followers—whether Ustazs, Born-Agains or just believers—partake in the mad rush for self-enrichment from the Commonwealth. I am a Muslim, deeply steeped in the…
These days, it is not easy to come across print or electronic media, nor is it easy to get my phone calls answered or my SMS messages returned, perhaps due to the circumstances I find myself in. This has led many people to draw the wrong conclusions when they try to solve simple problems. I sometimes do that myself, though not often. That’s why, when I saw a trending video on social media showing the infamous bandit, Bello Turji, along with many others, including his most feared ‘boys,’ captured by the Nigerian Army, I quickly sought confirmation from other media…
Ishaku Elisha Abbo was once a member of the Nigerian Senate—what is referred to as the upper chamber of the National Assembly (NASS) in this country. However, much of what the former senator did while in the Senate was far from being ‘hallowed’ (respectable). A fraction of his actions as a senator would not have been tolerated in the United States, the country from which Nigeria borrowed its system of government. The President of the United States, Joe Biden, served in the Senate for more than 30 years, yet he never owned a personal mansion. One of his children died…
Once upon a time, the pulp fiction writer, who wrote under the pseudonym James Hadley Chase, alias Ruthven Todd, wrote a book with the evergreen title: The Guilty Are Afraid. Twenty-three years after the death of the inimitable writer in 2001, the name of the book continues to ring a bell in the minds of some of his global readers, including yours truly, who decided to write a piece with a heading that closely resembles The Guilty Are Afraid, except for the addition, Not Afraid in Nigeria. Well, in Nigeria, the guilty can only be afraid if they happen to…