Solving the Issue of Banditry in Nigeria

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Solving the Issue of Banditry in Nigeria

Nigeria’s banditry crisis demands a multi-dimensional solution that goes beyond military force, addressing governance failures, economic deprivation, and the misdiagnosis of the threat itself.

Banditry in Nigeria has evolved from sporadic rural violence into a structured, profit-driven criminal enterprise. What began as isolated attacks in villages has now escalated into coordinated campaigns of terror, particularly in the North-West and North-Central regions. Communities have been devastated by mass killings, kidnappings, and displacement, with thousands of lives lost in recent years. The persistence of this crisis is not simply due to the boldness of armed groups, but rather the inability of the state to correctly diagnose and respond to the problem.

Carrick’s Style Versus Solskjær and Ten Hag

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Michael Carrick’s tactical approach at Manchester United differs markedly from Ole Gunnar Solskjær’s pragmatism and Erik ten Hag’s structured intensity, offering a blend of midfield control, adaptability, and understated leadership.

Editorial: Carrick’s Style Versus Solskjær and Ten Hag

Michael Carrick’s appointment as caretaker manager invites inevitable comparisons with his predecessors. Each of these figures, Carrick, Ole Gunnar Solskjær, and Erik ten Hag, represents a distinct managerial philosophy shaped by their playing careers, coaching influences, and the demands of Old Trafford.

Carrick’s style is rooted in his identity as a deep-lying playmaker. His coaching philosophy emphasizes positional discipline, tempo control, and tactical flexibility. At Middlesbrough, Carrick demonstrated a willingness to adapt formations depending on the opponent, often favoring a 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3 that allowed midfielders to dictate play while maintaining defensive balance.

This adaptability contrasts with Solskjær’s more reactive approach, which leaned heavily on counterattacks and moments of individual brilliance. Solskjær’s United often thrived in transition but struggled to impose themselves against compact defenses, a weakness Carrick’s emphasis on structured buildup seeks to address.

Implementing Digital Literacy and Emerging Skills in Nigeria

Implementing Digital Literacy and Emerging Skills in Nigeria

Nigeria is embarking on an ambitious journey to achieve 95 percent digital literacy by 2030, with the Federal Government recently inaugurating a Joint Implementation Committee to train and certify one million citizens in digital and emerging technology skills. This initiative is central to preparing the nation’s workforce for the demands of the global digital economy.

Digital literacy has become a cornerstone of modern development, and Nigeria’s efforts to embed it into national policy reflect both urgency and foresight.

The National Digital Literacy Framework, developed by the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), provides a roadmap for integrating digital skills into education, workforce training, and community empowerment. It emphasizes inclusivity, ensuring that rural populations, women, and youth are not left behind in the digital transformation.

Loyalty and Boundaries: The Ethics of Confidentiality

Loyalty and Boundaries: The Ethics of Confidentiality

The delicate balance between friendship and marriage often comes down to one word: boundaries. To be a loyal friend and a devoted spouse requires an understanding that not all truths are meant to be shared across relationships. The maxim “Your friend’s secret is not your wife’s business” is not an attack on marital openness but a defense of integrity.

Your Friend’s Secret Is Not Your Wife’s Business

Your Friend’s Secret Is Not Your Wife’s Business

Trust is the invisible currency that sustains human relationships. Friendships, marriages, and family bonds all thrive on it, yet each of these relationships operates within its own sacred boundary. The phrase “Your friend’s secret is not your wife’s business” is not a call to secrecy within marriage, but rather a reminder of the ethical lines that define loyalty and respect.

Rivers Politics and the Tinubu Balancing Act

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Special Editorial Forecast: Rivers Politics and the Tinubu Balancing Act

The confrontation between Nyesom Wike and the APC leadership is not a passing quarrel; it is a harbinger of deeper political realignments that could reshape Nigeria’s ruling party and the balance of power in Rivers State.

Looking ahead, several scenarios emerge, each carrying profound implications for President Bola Tinubu’s administration and the APC’s cohesion.

Atiku Abubakar’s Relentless Pursuit of Nigeria’s Presidency

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Atiku Abubakar’s Relentless Pursuit of Nigeria’s Presidency

Atiku Abubakar’s repeated presidential bids illustrate both the resilience of his ambition and the cyclical nature of Nigerian politics. Senator Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed’s remark that “since my NYSC days, Atiku has been contesting election” captures the essence of a political career defined by persistence and longevity.

Atiku’s journey began in the late 1980s and early 1990s when he first sought elective office. His early attempts included unsuccessful bids for the governorship of Adamawa State in 1990 and 1996. In 1998, he finally won the governorship, but fate redirected him to the national stage when he was selected as Olusegun Obasanjo’s running mate. Serving as Vice President from 1999 to 2007, Atiku became a central figure in Nigeria’s democratic transition, wielding influence in economic reforms and party politics.

Full Review of Africa Democracy and Governance in 2025

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Full Review of Africa Democracy and Governance in 2025

The year 2025 marked a critical juncture for Africa’s democratic trajectory and governance systems. The African Union (AU), through the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM), launched the African Governance Report 2025, focusing on natural resource governance as a determinant of peace, stability, and development. This report was unveiled during the 13th AU High-Level Dialogue on Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance, underscoring the continent’s recognition that democracy cannot thrive without effective governance of its vast natural wealth.

Democratic Landscape

Across Africa, democracy in 2025 continued to evolve in diverse directions. Several countries consolidated democratic gains through peaceful elections, stronger judicial independence, and enhanced civil society participation. However, democratic capture, where ruling elites manipulate institutions to entrench power, remained a pressing concern. The APRM’s Democracy Capture Index revealed that while some nations made strides in curbing authoritarian tendencies, others regressed, with political pluralism undermined by restrictions on opposition parties and media freedoms.

SCENARIO: Venezuela's oil industry under U.S. control

Editorial: Venezuela’s Oil Industry Under U.S. Control

Imagining a scenario in which Venezuela’s oil industry falls under direct U.S. control is to envision one of the most radical geopolitical shifts in modern energy politics.

Venezuela, home to the world’s largest proven oil reserves, has long been a symbol of resource nationalism, where oil wealth was wielded as both an economic lifeline and a political weapon.

To place this industry under U.S. control would mean dismantling decades of sovereignty, ideology, and resistance, replacing them with a framework of foreign management and strategic exploitation.

Nigeria: How to prevent and control fire outbreaks in 2026

Nigeria: How to prevent and control fire outbreaks in 2026

Nigeria enters 2026 with an urgent need to confront the recurring pattern of preventable fires that erode livelihoods, threaten lives, and strain public services. Fire safety is not only a technical task but a societal contract: governments must enforce standards, businesses must invest in resilience, and communities must turn awareness into daily habits. The path forward blends policy, planning, technology, and culture change, anchored by accountability.

The current risk landscape across cities and markets

End-of-year incidents in Lagos exposed a familiar mix of vulnerabilities: overloaded electrical circuits, dense stacking of combustible goods, and buildings operating beyond their intended capacity. These risks converge during peak trading seasons, turning small lapses into large-scale emergencies. Learning from these outbreaks is vital, especially for market authorities, traders, and local councils tasked with maintenance, inspections, and rapid response readiness.

Prophetic Voices for 2026 - Nigeria and the Global Stage

Prophetic Voices for 2026 - Nigeria and the Global Stage

As 2026 unfolds, the prophetic landscape is alive with declarations from Nigeria’s most revered pastors and global spiritual leaders. These voices, often heard during crossover services and annual gatherings, have become guiding beacons for millions who look to them for divine insight into the year ahead.

In Nigeria, Pastor Enoch Adeboye of the Redeemed Christian Church of God emphasized that 2026 would be a year of divine mercy and economic revival. His message carried a tone of reassurance, urging Nigerians to remain steadfast in prayer while expecting breakthroughs in areas long plagued by stagnation. 

Prophetic Declarations for 2026 - Voices from Nigeria and Beyond

Special Feature: Prophetic Declarations for 2026 - Voices from Nigeria and Beyond

As the dawn of 2026 broke, the atmosphere across Nigeria and much of the Christian world was charged with anticipation. From the bustling streets of Lagos to the quiet prayer camps in Jos, millions tuned in to hear the annual prophetic declarations from revered men and women of God. These pronouncements, delivered during crossover services and global livestreams, were not mere words; they carried the weight of expectation, hope, and warning, shaping conversations in homes, workplaces, and even political circles.

PT Health Watch: Why prostate cancer tops cancer cases among Nigerian men – Expert

Editorial: Prostate Cancer - Nigeria’s Silent Epidemic Among Men

Prostate cancer has emerged as the leading cancer diagnosis among Nigerian men, a reality that underscores both a public health crisis and a call for urgent intervention.

According to the Global Cancer Observatory (GLOBOCAN) 2022, Nigeria records over 18,000 new prostate cancer cases annually, making it the single most prevalent cancer among men in the country.

This staggering figure reflects not only the biological nature of the disease but also systemic gaps in awareness, screening, and healthcare access.

Nigeria’s 2026 Economic Outlook: A Year of Cautious Optimism

Nigeria’s 2026 Economic Outlook: A Year of Cautious Optimism

Nigeria enters 2026 with a sense of guarded confidence, as both government and financial institutions project stronger growth amid ongoing reforms.

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) forecasts GDP expansion of 4.49%, up from an estimated 3.89% in 2025, signaling that the country’s economy is consolidating after years of turbulence.

The Impact of Peter Obi’s Defection Ahead of 2027

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The Impact of Peter Obi’s Defection Ahead of 2027

Peter Obi’s dramatic defection from the Labour Party to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) at the close of 2025 has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s political landscape.

More than a mere change of party affiliation, the move represents a recalibration of opposition politics ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Obi, who emerged as a formidable force in 2023 with his “Obidient” movement, has now positioned himself within a coalition-backed platform, signaling both opportunity and uncertainty for Nigeria’s democratic trajectory.

Special Report: “I Was Paid N100,000 to Bomb”

“I Was Paid N100,000 to Bomb”

The phrase “I was paid N100,000.00 to Bomb” is a chilling statement that has surfaced in Nigeria in connection with terrorism, insurgency, and criminal violence. It reflects the disturbing reality of how extremist groups and criminal networks recruit vulnerable individuals with financial incentives to carry out acts of destruction.

This statement has been reported in various contexts, often linked to confessions by suspects arrested by security agencies.

In Nigeria, particularly in the northeast and north-central regions, insurgent groups such as Boko Haram and bandit networks have historically exploited poverty, unemployment, and desperation to lure recruits.

Nigeria’s Social Media Trends: Cryptocurrency Discussions and the Pulse of a Vibrant Digital Economy

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Nigeria’s Social Media Trends: Cryptocurrency Discussions and the Pulse of a Vibrant Digital Economy

Nigeria’s digital economy has become one of the most dynamic in Africa, and nowhere is this more evident than in the country’s social media spaces.

Platforms like Twitter (now X), Instagram, and TikTok have evolved into more than just hubs for entertainment and political discourse; they are now marketplaces of ideas, financial experimentation, and digital innovation.

Among the most prominent conversations dominating these platforms are discussions around cryptocurrency, a phenomenon that reflects both Nigeria’s economic challenges and its entrepreneurial spirit.

Nigeria’s Social Media Trends: The Labubu Dolls Phenomenon

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Nigeria’s Social Media Trends: The Labubu Dolls Phenomenon

Labubu dolls, once obscure art collectibles, have transformed into Nigeria’s most unexpected viral status symbol, blending pop culture, fashion, and social media spectacle.

In mid-2025, Nigeria’s digital landscape was swept by an unusual craze: the rise of Labubu dolls.

Originally created by Hong Kong–born artist Kasing Lung as part of his Nordic-inspired picture book series The Monsters, Labubu was a quirky, toothy elf-like character that gained cult popularity through Pop Mart’s blind-box toy releases.

Nigeria’s Social Media Trends: The Achalugo Nickname Craze

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Nigeria’s Social Media Trends: The Achalugo Nickname Craze

The Achalugo phenomenon has become one of Nigeria’s most defining social media trends in 2025, blending cultural heritage with digital humor and reshaping online identity.

The nickname “Achalugo,” which translates loosely from Igbo as “precious jewel” or “something cherished,” exploded across Nigeria’s digital platforms after being popularized by the YouTube film Love in Every Word.

What began as a romantic endearment quickly transformed into a viral cultural symbol. Social media users embraced the term not only as a nickname but as a playful badge of identity, weaving it into memes, TikTok skits, and even music.

Football Fever: The Passion of Nigerian Fans

Football Fever: The Passion of Nigerian Fans

Football in Nigeria is more than a sport; it is a cultural heartbeat that unites millions across diverse backgrounds.

The fever runs deep, manifesting in the electrifying atmosphere of local league matches and the fervent anticipation of international tournaments.

Nigerian fans are not passive spectators, they are active participants whose voices, emotions, and traditions shape the narrative of the game.