In a society where ignorance, corruption, and self-interest prevail, the consequences can be devastating. Nigeria stands as a prime example, where a minority of corrupt and incompetent individuals hold the majority in chains. This has led to the failure of the society as a whole. By Abdul-Azeez Suleiman This essay sheds light on the nature of a failed society like Nigeria, where ignorance, corruption, and self-interest have led to the oppression of the majority by a corrupt and incompetent minority. The nature of a failed society is one where ignorance, corruption, and self-interest reign supreme. Nigeria serves as a stark…
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Leaders are supposed to be the guiding light for their people, making decisions that are grounded in the values and traditions of their own culture. However, in today’s Nigeria, many leaders have become blind followers of the European political, economic and social systems; FOLLOWING WESTERN PRACTICES without taking into account the detrimental effects they have on their own society. They have succumbed to the allure of the European system at the expense of their own heritage and the well-being of their own people. By Abdul-Azeez Suleiman This blind conformity to Western practices not only undermines the unique culture and heritage…
The dark clouds that hang over Nigeria’s national economy seem to be growing darker with each passing day, as the Debt Management Office (DMO) of Nigeria recently announced that as of March 31, 2024, the nation’s total public debt has increased significantly to a staggering N121.67 trillion (approximately $91.46 billion). This figure encompasses the combined domestic and external debts of the Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN), the 36 state governments, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). By Abdul-Azeez Suleiman This revelation is alarming, especially when considering the fact that just three months earlier, the total public debt stood at N97.34…
In northwest Nigeria, the security situation is dire. While Boko Haram fighters are dominant in the Lake Chad basin, bandits have wreaked havoc in northwest Nigeria, resulting in thousands of deaths, displaced communities, and crippled farming and livestock activities. By Abdul-Azeez Suleiman Security analysts have repeatedly warned about the vulnerable state of the region’s remote territories as several factors create a perfect breeding ground for foreign criminal groups and organizations like Boko Haram to expand their influence and carry out nefarious activities. The presence of valuable resources such as gold, lead, zinc, and other minerals has attracted various criminal elements…
Mera particularly praised the governor for the construction of a mega school in his emirate, which he believes will significantly address school congestion once fully completed and operational.
“Gold worth more than N700 million was stolen from the residence of the Inspector General of Police in the first week of May 2024, allegedly belonging to Principal Staff Officer 3 to the Inspector General of Police.”
“Kebbi State had differenAt leaders who came and left, merely scratching the surface of our state’s problems. But Kauran Gwandu does not believe in that.
According to Sarki, the people of Kebbi state “have never had it so good than in the last one year that the state has ceaselessly been propelled on a trajectory of growth and socioeconomic prosperity, all courtesy of the Kauran Gwandu and his diligent, transparent, committed and dedicated government.”
One of the most striking aspects of the Tafiyar Matasa movement is the sense of urgency and impatience that drives its members to take action. The younger generation, disillusioned by the inaction and inefficiency of previous leaders, is determined to make a positive impact and bring about meaningful change in the region.
The Governor’s housing initiative is instrumental in providing affordable housing for the residents of Sokoto State. It not only helps alleviate the housing deficit in the state but also generates employment opportunities in the construction industry.