Bauchi 2027: A choice between the accused, suspect and squeaky-clean SAN
By Malam Saadu Umar First things first. Let’s start with the accused. And what’s an accused? By law, “an accused is a person officially charged with a crime or put…
Winning Battles On Terror: Can Nigeria Win The War?
By Dr Wole Olaleye Sir: Can Nigeria win its asymmetric wars against terrorism, banditry and kidnapping? The answer depends on what we mean by “winning”. Victory cannot realistically mean the…
CJN demands stronger judicial response to terrorism
Says courts must balance national security with human rights. The Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has called for a stronger and more effective judicial response to terrorism-related…
EFCC nullifies Bala Mohammed’s allegations, affirms independence
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has dismissed as wild and far-fetched allegations by Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, that political opponents are using the anti-graft agency to persecute…
Daily struggles and systemic failures test the nation’s patience (2)
By Chiwuike Uba Healthcare infrastructure is particularly neglected. Despite pledges under the Abuja Declaration to allocate at least 15 per cent of public expenditure to health, Nigeria’s budget falls far…
Terrorism starts with hate speech and divisive comment – Osinbajo
Acting President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo HATE SPEECHES- Nigeria Acting President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, on Wednesday, said the Federal Government has drawn the line on hate speech and divisive comments. Prof.…