Category Opinion

Pathway to ICT sustainability

digital skills

Nigeria’s Information and Communications Technology industry has witnessed significant growth over the past two decades, establishing itself as a pivotal sector for the nation’s economy. The rapid expansion of mobile telephony, internet connectivity, and digital services has spurred economic development,…

Ode to Olusegun Osoba @85

Olusegun Osoba1

The venerable Chief Olusegun Osoba clocks 85 today. I celebrate his enduring imprint on the fabric of Nigeria’s story. Osoba’s distinguished career, a testament to his unwavering dedication and unrelenting passion, has traversed the realms of journalism, politics, and traditional…

Exploring opportunities with wealth management

wealth

The vast ocean of global investment holds immense opportunity, but hidden risks lurk beneath the surface. Unpredictable challenges can quickly turn ambition into uncertainty. This is where a skilled private banker becomes an indispensable guide. An high-net-worth individual or ultra-high-net-worth…

Defending proposed amendment to Nigeria Police Act

The ongoing debate surrounding the proposed amendment to the Nigeria Police Act, which aims to extend the retirement age of police officers from 60 to 65 years and service tenure from 35 to 40 years, has ignited considerable controversy and…

Unusual pattern of cash dispensation by banks

ATM-machine

The Nigerian banking sector is facing a crisis of trust and transparency due to an unusual pattern of cash dispensation. There is a growing trend in the complex web of issues surrounding the scarcity of cash at banks’ Automated Teller…

Dangers of public wi-fi

wifi-U20572770890yaE-621×414@LiveMint

Public wi-fi networks have become an integral part of our daily lives, providing convenient internet access in public spaces across Nigeria. While public wi-fi offers numerous benefits, it also poses significant risks to data security. Cybercriminals often exploit public wi-fi…

Innovative financing models for sustainable healthcare

Female healthcare worker

The healthcare landscape across Africa is as diverse as its people, yet many countries share common challenges in funding and delivering healthcare services. Over time on the continent, healthcare financing has been marked by inadequate government investment, high out-of-pocket expenses…

Why voters should support climate-friendly candidate

An INEC officer with the BVAS

As preparations for this year’s governorship election in Edo State gather momentum, the need to remind the electorate to support and vote massively for a climate-friendly candidate has become increasingly imperative. Governorship elections are held every four years and their…

SIDS need finance to tackle climate crisis

IMG-20240625-WA0000

In the last few weeks, sadly more than 100 people have died from oppressive heat in India. In Africa, while some countries are experiencing torrential rains, others are suffering from terrible droughts. At the recent Commonwealth Health Ministers Meeting in…

Expectations from TCN unbundling

TCN

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission by its order of April 30, 2024, announced the unbundling of the Transmission Company of Nigeria. This process is to be completed by August 31, 2024. The provision of electricity involves stages and different stakeholders…