…the current reform momentum while accelerating private investment, strengthening governance, and creating productive jobs would determine whether Nigeria succeeds in lifting millions of people out of poverty. According to the Completion and Learning Review, safeguarding and deepening the reforms would be essential if t…
…committees, experience working with the Lagos State Government on NBA programmes and governance roles in both the public and private sectors. According to Agbor, the legal profession is grappling with declining ethical standards, poor remuneration for young lawyers and weak institutional accountability. “Things need to…
…(PKI), which provides the digital trust framework for secure transactions and governance.” She added that the reforms would strengthen Nigeria’s digital economy, reduce fraud, simplify access to public and private services and improve the integrity of the country’s electoral process through more robust identity verific…
…and Mathematics (STEM), digital transformation, quality assurance, improved education governance and expanding access to education. He noted that Nigeria had recorded three consecutive years without disruption of academic activities in universities, polytechnics and colleges of education, attributing the achievement to…
…provides credible demographic data for national development, and supports effective governance and evidence-based planning,” he said.
…of the Western laws!"Why Western law is not enoughFalola maintained that Nigeria's governance failures stem not from a lack of institutional frameworks but from an absence of moral and cultural grounding in leadership. He noted that successive rounds of constitutional reform, electoral adjustment and institutional rest…
…sought public office willingly and should not now complain about the demands of governance. “Did anyone beg you to take up this? If I remember clearly, apart from the fact that this is public service, and you do everything within your power to campaign, to enter into office, if I remember clearly, the campaign slogan f…
…by Abdul Samad Rabiu to establish a House of African Worlds in Paris. On democracy and governance, he said Nigeria and France remained committed to democracy, the rule of law, freedom of expression, and equal opportunities for women and men. He added that the French Embassy continued to support women, young people, and…
…economic reality,” he said. He added that the committee would also help improve fiscal governance by advising on revenue mobilisation, expenditure quality, responsible borrowing and transparent financial reporting. The minister stressed that economic reforms could only succeed through effective coordination across gove…
…public trust and demonstrate Nigeria’s commitment to accountability and transparent governance. The Presidency has yet to issue an official response to the requests contained in the open letter. Meanwhile, the ICPC’s investigation into the alleged budget insertion remains ongoing. The post How Police uncovered fictitio…
…Federal Government’s plan to build a comprehensive national identity system to support governance, planning and service delivery. “The President has given us till the end of this year to make sure that we capture every single Nigerian,” she said. She said NIMC is working with partners under the World Bank-supported Ide…
…"University autonomy - Free from political interference. Transparent & democratic governance. Academic, financial & administrative autonomy with accountability." On academic freedom, the document stated: "Academic freedom - Freedom of research, expression, association & peaceful participation. Campuses as centres of fr…
…helping the administration maintain focus on improving Nigerians’ welfare and delivering governance. “I join leaders and countless members of our esteemed party in congratulating Vice President Kashim Shettima on his re-nomination alongside President Bola Tinubu,” he said. He added that Shettima had consistently demons…
…such as the powers of governors, modes of appointment, operational procedures, and other governance structures for state police. “The most important thing is for the State Houses of Assembly to amend that section of the Constitution that makes it mandatory that there shall be one police force, which is the Nigeria Poli…
…Nigerians and allow the public to judge whose leadership produced the greater impact.If governance is measured by performance, political ambition should not prevent an honest comparison of records," the statement read Umahi argued that his public service experience spans beyond his tenure as governor of Ebonyi State. H…
…was never about political ambition or electoral status but about accountability and governance. “Many Nigerians expected what could have been one of the most consequential conversations on public service in recent times. Instead, Mr. Obi declined the invitation, explaining that he is currently a presidential candidate…
…illegal mining reflects the growing continental resolve to promote responsible mineral governance, curb illicit exploitation of Africa’s mineral resources and maximise value addition for sustainable economic development. He appealed to traditional rulers, community leaders, youth groups and residents in mining communit…
…Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office with promises of strengthening institutions, improving governance and promoting transparency, adding that controversies such as the PFIPC matter inevitably test those commitments. He called for a transparent and independent review of the circumstances surrounding the alleged operations…
…he would do everything possible to make opposition parties strong and participatory in governance. Obi made this known during an interview with media entrepreneur, Chude Jideonwo, aired on Saturday. According to him, what the politicians and political parties should be doing now to bring the country and other ideas tog…
…reminder of how corruption and weak institutional safeguards continue to undermine governance in Nigeria. This case highlights the urgent need to strengthen integrity systems, transparency, and accountability across public institutions. “While we acknowledge the President’s directive for the ICPC to investigate the mat…
…span several key administrative roles where he delivered tangible progress: Local Governance: As the former Executive Chairman of the Esan South-East Local Government Area, he worked directly at the grassroots level, tailoring governance to the immediate needs of his people. Educational Development: His tenure as a mem…
…video, Odumeje said he believes pastors have a responsibility to speak against bad governance rather than remain silent. While referring to Enoch Adeboye, he said he did not want to dwell on the senior pastor personally but questioned whether some clergy have been sufficiently vocal in holding leaders accountable. Odum…
…As expectations grow for businesses to demonstrate measurable environmental, social and governance (ESG) commitments, Ukanwoke believes corporate leadership should extend beyond balance sheets to creating lasting value in the communities companies serve. That philosophy has become increasingly visible through BetKing C…
…interoperable payment systems, trusted digital identity infrastructure and stronger data governance, describing them as critical foundations for an AI-driven financial ecosystem. During another session on merchant payments, OPay joined industry leaders to discuss how AI and payment data can help businesses better under…
…instrument through which Nigerians could exercise their democratic rights and influence governance through the ballot box. Director, who spoke during the party’s PVC registration mobilisation exercise, urged Nigerians, particularly youths and first-time voters, not to miss the opportunity to register and obtain their v…