Opinion (Page 8)

By I. M. Lawal  [email protected]  In the annals of Nigeria’s security failures, one incident will go down as both tragic and absurd: the fundraising campaign by retired and serving military officers to pay ransom for the release of a kidnapped Brigadier General. According to a letter dated April 4th, 2025,Continue Reading

By Ahmad Shuaibu Isa  In the streets of Abuja, voices were raised in peace, For Palestine’s oppressed, their cries would not cease. But in the silence of guns, hope was torn apart, As the Nigerian Army’s violence crushed every heart. A tragedy unfolds, where justice should start. Based on theseContinue Reading

International Quds Day, also known as Yaum al-Quds, was established in 1979 by late leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini (QS). It is observed on the last Friday of each year’s Ramadan. This day serves as a platform to express solidarity with the Palestinian people and oppose Zionist oppression, particularly in responseContinue Reading

By Ahmad Shuaibu Isa  Approximately 48 hours ago, I came across a poignant story on Aljazeera, chronicling the life of 77-year-old Mohammed al-Nabahin, who, like thousands of others in Gaza, now calls a tent his home. Once a symbol of stability, the tent is now a mere shelter for someoneContinue Reading

By Usmanu Mohammed He who walks with open eyes will not stumble over stones. In recent months, numerous articles by Nigerian authors have examined the shift in U.S. policy regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. These discussions, while informative, have largely echoed the dominant Western narratives, focusing primarily on theContinue Reading

By Sani Bello Hamza  Nigeria often keeps its writers, journalists and bloggers busy with wide range of topics to report, debate, or even write on. Our public space is mostly filled with “free” attractive stories for bloggers and essayists to effortlessly write compelling articles or public commentaries on. For theContinue Reading

By Ahmad Shuaibu Isa  Nigeria, a nation enriched by its diverse cultural heritage, abundant natural resources, and tremendous potential, has long endured the detrimental impacts of a corrupt governance system and self-serving leadership. When those in positions of authority prioritise their own interests over the collective welfare of the populace,Continue Reading

By Ahmad Shuaibu Isa  The introduction of a 25% tariff on steel and aluminium imports by President Donald Trump marked a significant turning point in international trade dynamics. This action was a fundamental component of his “America First” strategy, which aimed to protect domestic industries from perceived unfair competition, particularlyContinue Reading