Editorials

Edo’s fresh posers on LG autonomy

THE two-month suspension of the local government chairmen by the Edo State House Assembly for alleged insubordination to Governor Monday Okpebholo is a sign that the autonomy granted to the …

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Reverse UniAbuja name change

THE Federal Executive Council recently made a poor decision to rename the University of Abuja to Yakubu Gowon University. This imposition has several adverse implications. President Bola Tinubu should reverse …

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IDEP: Better preparedness needed for epidemics

AS the international community commemorates the International Day of Epidemic Preparedness 2024 with the theme: ‘Strengthening Global Health Systems for Future Crises,’ government agencies and stakeholders need to strengthen Nigeria’s …

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Russia’s breakthrough in cancer

AMID the ongoing crisis between Russia and Ukraine, Russia recently announced a groundbreaking development in cancer treatment—the creation of a vaccine designed to treat cancer patients. This scientific feat is …

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The metering gap conundrum

THE Nigerian electricity industry seems trapped in a vicious cycle. For decades, the sector has grappled with the same challenges, with operators and consumers repeatedly complaining about the same thing. …

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A traumatic Yuletide

AS Nigerians celebrate the Yuletide, the festive cheers are clouded by unprecedented economic gloom, hunger, and fear of personal safety. The soaring cost of living has destroyed the season’s spirit. …

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