Jumping Like WiFi Since 1999: A Satirical Series—Part 8
The Committee to Investigate the Committee That Was Set Up to Probe the Last Committee By Prof. MarkAnthony Nze Welcome to Nigeria, the Federal Republic of Committees. Where corruption is not tackled but tabled, not punished but pushed, and every scandal is answered with that magical phrase: “We’ve set up a committee.” A governor diverts […]
Brazil Faces 50% U.S. Tariffs As Trump Sanctions Bolsonaro-Linked Judge
Tensions between Washington and Brasília intensified Wednesday as the United States announced sanctions against Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, accusing him of overseeing politically motivated detentions and stifling free speech. Justice Moraes is at the center of a sweeping investigation into alleged coup plotting by former President Jair Bolsonaro and his inner circle […]
Tinubu Living Up To Security Pledge – Bwala
Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, says the current administration has fulfilled its pledge to enhance national security. Speaking during an interview on Politics Today aired by Channels Television on Wednesday, Bwala asserted that the government had made significant progress in addressing security challenges across the country. He said, “He […]
Speaker Blames Unemployment On Skills Deficit
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has expressed concern over the growing rate of underemployment among Nigerian youth, attributing the issue to a widespread lack of technical and vocational skills essential for today’s workforce. Speaking through his representative, Auwal Gwadabe (PDP, Bauchi), during a public hearing held by the House Committee on Polytechnic […]
Jumping Like WiFi Since 1999: A Satirical Series—Part 7
Grand Adviser of All Things and Nothing: “Consult Me, I Know Everything!” By Prof. MarkAnthony Nze Welcome to Nigeria — the land where advisers multiply faster than problems, and yet solve absolutely nothing. Here, being an adviser is not a job; it is a lifestyle of nodding, clapping, and saying “Your Excellency, you are a […]
Jumping Like WiFi Since 1999: A Satirical Series—Part 6
Honorable Minister of Nothing: “Just Appoint Me, I’m Loyal” By Prof. MarkAnthony Nze Welcome to Nigeria — where ministerial appointments are not about qualifications, but compensation. You supported the President? Take a ministry. You insulted the opposition well on Twitter? Collect an appointment. You delivered your ward? Even if your state failed WAEC, you qualify. […]
Jumping Like WiFi Since 1999: A Satirical Series—Part 5
My Spirit No Longer Aligns with Their Vision By Prof. MarkAnthony Nze In Nigeria, when a politician says, “My spirit no longer aligns with their vision,” it’s not a spiritual problem — it’s a stomach condition. Don’t be deceived by the Bible verses or Qur’anic quotes. Don’t let the voice crack or “tears of betrayal” […]
₦102bn Sanctioned By 12 States For Lodges, SUVs
At least 12 states have allocated approximately ₦102bn in their 2025 budgets for the renovation of official lodges and offices, as well as the purchase of new Sport Utility Vehicles and other automobiles. The report noted that the funds would cover the modernisation and technological upgrades of government lodges and VIP suites. It also revealed […]
EU Criticized For Tolerating Baku Amid Azerbaijan Gas Push
When Bahruz Samadov, a 30-year-old peace activist and PhD student, was sentenced last month to 15 years in prison for high treason in Azerbaijan, many of his friends reportedly directed their outrage not just at the government that jailed him, but also at the European Union. Samadov, who is said to have consistently rejected the […]
Boat Accidents In Niger, Taraba Leave Many Feared Dead
Several passengers, including a 22-year-old pregnant woman identified as Aisha Maiwada, were reported to have died in separate boat accidents in Niger and Taraba states between Friday and Saturday. In Niger State, numerous passengers were said to have drowned on Saturday when a wooden boat capsized on River Shiroro. The vessel, which was heading to […]
Ex‑NERC Chair: FG May Scrap Power Subsidy If Debt Soars
Nigeria’s electricity subsidy could soon be scrapped if it continues to deepen the federal government’s debt burden, according to former Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) chairman, Sam Amadi. Speaking on Sunrise, a programme aired by Channels Television on Saturday, Amadi suggested that the government may be compelled to eliminate the subsidy as a cost-saving measure […]
EU, Macron Seek Immediate Release Of Niger’s Former President
Marking two years since the military takeover in Niger, the European Union and French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday pressed the country’s junta to release deposed president Mohamed Bazoum from detention. Bazoum, 65, and his wife Hadiza have remained confined to a section of the presidential residence since the July 2023 coup. According to his […]