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Who Is Responsible For Verifying Politicians’ Credentials?
As reactions and debates continue to trail the omission of primary and secondary school credentials from the educational information published for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, questions are being raised about who is responsible for verifying th...
What Does Hanga's Exit Mean For Kwankwaso And The 2027 Opposition?
Senator Rufai Hanga has resigned from the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, barely five months after joining the party alongside his political ally, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.His resignation comes amid weeks of reported disagreements over po...
Why INEC's Candidate List Reignites Questions Over Tinubu's Academic Credentials
The Independent National Electoral Commission's publication of candidates' particulars for the 2027 elections has reignited public debate over President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's academic credentials. As Nigerians revisit questions...
Are Nigerian Universities Preparing Students For Today's Job Market?
For many Nigerian students, graduation is a dream come true. But for many graduates, the excitement of earning a degree is quickly replaced by a new reality, the struggle to find a job.As technology, artificial intelligence, and the glo...
Why A Single Opposition Candidate May Not Be Possible
As political activities ahead of the 2027 general election begin to gather momentum, Nigeria's opposition is once again talking about unity. The goal is to present a single presidential candidate capable of challenging President Bola Tinubu.
"I Lost Three Relatives In The Kauru Attack"
The latest attack in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State has once again drawn attention to the growing insecurity facing rural communities across northern Nigeria.More than 30 people were killed in Narido community. Among the vi...
Can Nigerians Ever See Petrol At ₦600 Per Litre Again?
Petrol prices in Nigeria continue to rise, making transportation increasingly difficult for workers, car owners and families. As many Nigerians struggle with the rising cost of living, the question remains: Can petrol ever re...
One Salary, Many Bills: Can Nigerians Still Survive Without A Side Hustle?
Many Nigerians are finding it increasingly difficult to survive on just one source of income as the rising cost of rent, food, transport, healthcare and education continues to outpace salaries. As a result, many workers are t...
Why Do Boat Mishaps Keep Happening In Nigeria?
A tragic boat accident in Jigawa State has sparked grief, difficult questions and one remarkable account. Daily Trust correspondent Ali Rabiu Ali reports that eyewitnesses told him the only person who survived the accident was a m...
How Can Police Extortion Be Stopped In Nigeria?
The arrest of four police officers accused of extorting the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) in Abuja has once again put police extortion in the national spotlight. But beyond this incid...
Degrees vs Tech Skills—What Really Matters In Today’s Nigeria?
For years, a university degree was seen as a major pathway to success in Nigeria, but rising unemployment and the high cost of education are now making many young people question that belief. While some graduates struggle to find j...
Tinubu-Shettima: Performance, Perception And 2027
Before the 2023 presidential election, the APC's Muslim-Muslim ticket sparked intense national debate over issues of inclusion, religious balance, and national unity. Now, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu once again nominatin...
How I Survived The Benue Attack
For many people in Benue State, surviving an attack is a story they never imagined they would have to tell.But one resident from the Otukpo–Obi area lived through the latest violence and is now sharing his experience.Today on Ni...
What Does The Appeal Court Ruling Mean For ADC?
As political parties prepare for the 2027 general election, unity may prove just as important as popularity.But a fresh Appeal Court ruling involving the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has raised questions about the party’s internal l...
'Nobody Has Been Forgotten, Efforts Ongoing To Rescue Borno Schoolchildren' — Bayo Onanuga
When children are kidnapped, every passing day brings renewed pain and uncertainty for their families. While abducted schoolchildren in Oyo State have regained their freedom, those taken in Borno State remain in captivity mor...
Delayed Candidate Lists: Strategy Or A Sign Of Internal Party Crisis?
The deadline for political parties to submit their presidential nominations is fast approaching, prompting a flurry of last-minute activity and, in some cases, lingering uncertainty over candidate lists and running mates. As the ...
How My Mum, Sister And I Invested ₦174,000 Each For ₦25,000 Weekly Returns
Every day, thousands of Nigerians search for new ways to earn extra income or grow their savings. For many, online investment platforms promise quick returns with little effort. But while some appear to deliver at first, many eventually collaps...
What The Law Says About Creating A Government Agency
For days now, one issue has dominated conversations across Nigeria. From social media timelines to radio phone-ins, newspaper headlines and television discussions, many Nigerians have been asking the same question: How does a government agency ...
The Pressure to "Make It" Before 30
For many young Nigerians, turning 30 has become more than a milestone, it feels like a deadline to achieve financial success, build a career, own a home, and meet society's expectations. But who defined this timeline, and does it...
Why We Are Reforming NYSC Now — FG
For more than 50 years, the National Youth Service Corps has been a key part of the journey for millions of Nigerian graduates, but the Federal Government's proposed reforms have now sparked a nationwide debate. From extending the ...
What Does The Appeal Court Ruling Mean For ADC?
As political parties prepare for the 2027 general election, unity may prove just as important as popularity.But a fresh Appeal Court ruling involving the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has raised questions about the party's inter...
"Petrol Prices Should Reduce In July" — IPMAN Official
There have been announcements of reductions in petrol prices, raising hopes that Nigerians would finally get some relief at the pump. Yet, in many parts of the country, motorists say they are still paying high prices for fuel, with little or no...
What Next For Peter Obi And The Opposition?
The opposition says it is determined to unseat the ruling APC in 2027. But can it achieve that if one of the platforms expected to play a major role is caught in a legal battle?A recent court ruling has thrown the future of the NDC into...
Akara, Kuli-Kuli and Survival: Is This The Hope Nigerians Were Promised?
A weekend remark by Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, encouraging Nigerians to consider businesses like selling akara, roasted corn and kuli-kuli sparked widespread debate and criticism across the country. Has the conver...
State Police Is Coming: If Insecurity Persists, Who Should Nigerians Hold Accountable?
For many Nigerians, insecurity has become a painful part of everyday life, affecting farmers, traders, parents, and entire communities. As momentum builds for the creation of state police, many believe it could strengthen the f...