Opinion (Page 6)

By Ahmad Shuaibu Isa In times of crisis—whether ignited by the raging infernos of nature or the harrowing oppression inflicted upon the vulnerable—the clarion call for solidarity, kindness, and justice resounds with an inexorable urgency. Across the globe, we bear witness to the profound suffering of individuals and families entrenchedContinue Reading

By Mahdi Waziri Isa Almost every session, during my undergraduate studies at the university, students would become extremely vigilant and focused whenever the announced date for opening the accommodation portal approached. They would deprive themselves of sleep and other distractions to ensure they could click their preferred accommodations promptly, dueContinue Reading

By Ahmad Shuaibu Isa  Dr. Hassan Gimba’s incisive write-up (Why Nigerians no longer want to pay tax )examines the pressing issues surrounding governance and taxation in Nigeria, shedding light on the escalating distrust towards the government, particularly in the realm of tax collection and utilization. His arguments resonate with theContinue Reading

By Ahmad Shuaibu Isa General Qasim Soleimani and Hassan Nasrallah were pivotal figures in the Middle East whose leadership was crucial in defending Syria, especially during its brutal war against U.S.-backed armed groups. These two men were not only military commanders but also icons of resistance, fiercely opposing foreign interferenceContinue Reading

By Ahmad Shuaibu Isa  On the evening of December 27, 2024, while browsing AIT’s social media handle, I came across a press interview by Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky, the leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria. In his address, he spoke about the Nigerian Police Force’s persistent attempts to prevent hisContinue Reading

By Ahmad Shuaibu Isa  This year’s Christmas message from Pope Francis provides a moving and impactful reflection on the human cost of conflict, with particular emphasis on the ongoing tragedy in Gaza. His choice to describe the bombing of children in Gaza as “cruelty” rather than as “war” is aContinue Reading

By Ahmad Shuaibu Isa  Open defecation remains a significant public health challenge in Nigeria, often ascribed to insufficient awareness, high levels of illiteracy, and a lack of basic sanitation infrastructure. However, a critical yet often overlooked factor is the prevailing attitudes of the populace towards sanitation and hygiene. This endemicContinue Reading

By Ahmad Shuaibu Isa  The recent visit of the U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken to Turkey underscores the tense and intricate relationship between Washington and Ankara, primarily influenced by disagreements regarding the role of Kurdish forces in Syria. This visit occurs at a crucial juncture, as tensions rise betweenContinue Reading