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Adeleke Denies Any Pre-election Deal with ADC
By Ayo Kehinde Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has denied claims by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) that Accord entered into a political arrangement to secure his victory in Saturday’s governorship election, insisting that the ADC was never part of the alliance that supported his re-election bid.
Freedom Of Information Act and The Limits of Press Freedom (2) By Mack Ogbamosa
Continued from yesterday & concluded The Official Secrets Act,1962 The Official Secrets Act, (OSA), 1962,a colonial- era law currently codified as Cap 03, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004, is one of the greatest obstacles to the effective implementation of the FIOA because its provisions are in conflict with those of the Act.
Northern Christian Association, Chair lauds Rev Omolehin for erecting tents for displaced Borno IDPs
By Salihu Pirkisu, Maiduguri The Northern Christian Association (NCA) Chairman, Reverend, Dr Joseph Hayab has commended the Founder of the World Assembly Ministries, Reverend Isaac Omolehin for providing funds which was channeled towards the erection of tents and toilets for nine (9) Heads of Households/Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) who were evicted at the Shuwari camp, Maiduguri, Borno state.
Freedom of Information Act and The Limits of Press Freedom,By Mack Ogbamosa (1)
Introduction A free, independent, and vibrant press is one of the strongest pillars of any democratic society. It is against this background that most democratic countries make constitutional provisions for a free press Others even go further to enact specific laws to make affairs of governments freely available to the public. Currently, there are more than 130 countries in the world that have free press laws. They include Sweden, United States, France, South Africa and Nigeria.
Lagos, Delta, Rivers, Ogun Missing As Abia Tops 9 Others in Governance, Citizen Satisfaction Rankings
By Ayo Kehinde Abia State has emerged as Nigeria’s highest-rated state for citizen satisfaction and one of the country’s fastest-improving governments, according to the 2026 Nigeria State Performance Index (pSPI) released by Phillips Consulting. Notably, oil rich Lagos, Delta, Rivers and industrial complex- supported Ogun state are missing from the rating.
Freedom of Information Act and The Limits of Press Freedom, By Mack Ogbamosa
Introduction A free, independent, and vibrant press is one of the strongest pillars of any democratic society. It is against this background that most democratic countries make constitutional provisions for a free press . Others even go further to enact specific laws to make affairs of governments freely available to the public. Currently, there are more than 130 countries in the world that have free press laws. They include Sweden, United States, France, South Africa and Nigeria.
For Nigeria to be Great, We Must Shun Prebendal Politics, Says Hassan Adamu
By Mack Ogbamosa As Nigeria continues its democratic journey in the Fourth Republic and prepares for another general election cycle, one persistent challenge confronting the nation’s political system is the entrenchment of prebendal politics — a system in which public office is primarily used for personal enrichment and the advancement of cronies rather than the service of the people.
Group Marks 2025 Int’l Day of Boy Child in a grand style.
By Chinwendu Uzoatu Anambra State Civic and Social Reformations Office (ANCISRO), on International Day of Boy Child, addressed the challenges facing boys and young men in general. The event, with the theme: “Boys Today, Great Men Tomorrow” attracted dignitaries to their office, at old Government House, Awka. It was a one day occasion that featured keynote lecture and discourses, as well as interactive sessions for boys from various secondary Schools in Awka metropolis.
Group Marks 2025 Int’l Day of Boy Child in grand style.
By Chinwendu Uzoatu Anambra State Civic and Social Reformations Office (ANCISRO), on International Day of Boy Child, addressed the challenges facing boys and young men in general. The event, with the theme: “Boys Today, Great Men Tomorrow” attracted dignitaries to their office, at old Government House, Awka. It was a one day occasion that featured keynote lecture and discourses, as well as interactive sessions for boys from various secondary Schools in Awka metropolis.
Egypt Recovers Seven Smuggled Artifacts From France
By Ayo Kehinde Egypt has recovered seven ancient artifacts that were seized by French authorities in January after they thwarted their sale by a group of traffickers. French authorities had confiscated the artifacts in Paris after verifying their illegal exit from Egypt. They were handed over to the Egyptian Embassy in Paris last March in preparation for their return to their country of origin.
Benue Farmers Back Tiv Traditional Council’s Ultimatum to Herders
By Ayo Kehinde A cross-section of farmers in Benue State has expressed support for the Tiv Traditional Council’s directive ordering herders to vacate farmlands across the Tiv Kingdom, to allow for full-scale resumption of farming activities. State Coordinator of Sustainable Agriculture in Benue, Mr. Aondona Saaku, said the directive is timely, given the threat posed to food security by the continued occupation of farmlands by herders.
Hassan Adamu: The Man Who Served Without Pay, By Mack Ogbamosa
In the history of public service in Nigeria, there is one man who has served the nation meritoriously without collecting emoluments and without asking for anything in return.
Media practitioners as the unprotected watchdog - Part 2 | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
Limitations of Freedom of Information Act The Freedom of Information Act also has its limitations. Except for the imposition of obligations on the media, journalists are not protected with any special rights or privileges apart from the right to freedom of expression. This apart, journalists are usually denied information by public officers and in many cases, public officers claim ignorance of the existence of the Act.
Media practitioners as the unprotected watchdog | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
A vibrant media is one of the pillars of a viable democracy. But there cannot be a vibrant media where the safety of media practitioners, who act as watchdogs of the society, is not protected. It is a well-known fact that Journalists face a myriad of challenges in the course of performing their duties especially in developing democracies like Nigeria. These challenges include harassment, intimidation, arrests, kidnapping, health hazards including death.
Aviation Must Produce ( Or Die ?), By Babatunde Adeniji
Mr Adeniji In the last 8 years, the performance needle of Aviation’s barometer has barely moved, mirroring the generally poor conditions and output of our economy. The recent stakeholders meeting with the Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development ( HMA & AD) this past week, threw up many of the same issues already identified at a previous stakeholders meeting in 2015. The more things change, it seems, the more they remain the same.
Zik’s Day Beckons, by Uzor Maxim Uzoatu
Late Nnamdi Azikiwe The man fondly called Zik of Africa deserves his day. Dr Nnamdi Azikiwe, Nigerias foremost nationalist and first president, deserves his birthday, November 16, to be slated as a national holiday. It is a deserving honour for the pivotal leader who led the charge for Nigerias independence on October 1, 1960.
The unprotected watchdog
The unprotected watchdog BY MACK OGBAMOSA A vibrant media is one of the pillars of a viable democracy but there cannot be a vibrant media where the safety of media practitioners, who act as watchdogs of the society, is not protected. It is a well-known fact that journalists face a myriad of challenges in the course of performing their duties, especially in developing democracies like Nigeria.
Britain’s Supreme Court: Policy to Deport Asylum Seekers to Rwanda Unlawful
“Britain’s Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday that a policy to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda is unlawful, delivering a major blow to the Conservative government, which has long described the plan as central to its pledge to stop small boat arrivals.
The Unprotected Watchdog, By Mack Ogbamosa
Mr Ogbamosa A vibrant media is one of the pillars of a viable democracy. But there cannot be a vibrant media where the safety of media practitioners, who act as watchdogs of the society, is not protected. It is a well-known fact that Journalists face a myriad of challenges in the course of performing their duties especially in developing democracies like Nigeria. These challenges include harassment, intimidation, arrests, kidnapping, health hazards including death.
How 10th National Assembly can promote good governance | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News Original
Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the 10th National Assembly will be inaugurated in June this year. The lawmakers are expected to take off from where their predecessors stopped. The Ninth National Assembly made some improvements through the Fifth Alteration to the 1999 Constitution (as amended).
Curbing The NAICOM Cartel And Its Cut-Throat Motor Insurance By Felix Oboagwina
Mr Felix Oboagwina As last year drew to a close, the 58 insurance firms in Nigeria under the umbrella of the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) served notice that minimum Third-Party subscription for motor vehicles would no longer cost N5,000 but N15,000 beginning from this New Year. Some years ago, they charged N1,000 as minimum payable on motor insurance. Contrast with the current debate on the social media about MultiChoice serving a notice of increase on GOtv and DSTV subscribers.
My agenda for the 10th National Assembly - By Mack Ogbamosa
By Mack Ogbamosa Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the 10th National Assembly will beinaugurated in June this year. The lawmakers are expected to take off from where their predecessors stopped. In the FifthAlteration to the 1999 Constitution (as amended), the 9th National Assemblymade some improvements.
Going to Aba to Meet the Man, By Uzor Maxim Uzoatu
The invitation to visit Aba, the celebrated Enyimba city in Abia State, came from a friend and former journalism colleague Ralph Egbu. He had served in many roles in past Abia governments as Chief Press Secretary, Commissioner for Information and Secretary to the State Government (SSG). But he has no role whatsoever in the current government. I paid my way for the journey to Aba via a Sienna vehicle I boarded at Awka, the capital city of Anambra State.
INEC Writes IGP to Arrest, Prosecute Adamawa REC
From Victor Osula, Abuja Rising from its meeting on Tuesday, 18th April 2023, during which matters arising from the botched Adamawa governorship election was discussed, the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, decided to the write the Inspector-General of Police for the immediate investigation and possible prosecution of the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Adamawa State, Barr. Hudu Yunusa Ari.
Constitution amendment: My agenda for 10th national assembly
BY MACK OGBAMOSA Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the 10th national assembly will be inaugurated in June this year. The lawmakers are expected to take off from where their predecessors stopped. In the fifth alteration to the 1999 constitution (as amended), the 9th national assembly made some improvements.
My Agenda for the 10th National Assembly, By Mack Ogbamosa
Barr. Mack Ogbamosa Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the 10th National Assembly will be inaugurated in June this year. The lawmakers are expected to take off from where their predecessors stopped. In the Fifth Alteration to the 1999 Constitution (as amended), the 9th National Assembly made some improvements.
Constitution amendment in Nigeria: What weeft behind
By Mack Ogbamosa There is no perfect constitution anywhere. The more advanced democracies in the world have had cause(s) to change and amend their constitutions over time. Whether written or unwritten, the constitutions are usually subjected to regular modifications or amendments in order to meet the exigencies of time and promote good governance. The United States (US) has a written Constitution which has had about 27 amendments since 1789 when it became operational.
2023 Presidency: Court Asked To Kick Out Kola Abiola As PRP's Candidate
A female presidential aspirant, Patience Ndidi Key, has urged a Federal High Court, Abuja to nullify the June 5, primaries that produced Kola Abiola as the People’s Redemption Party (PRP)’s presidential candidate. Key, in the originating summons marked FHC/ABJ/CS/1001/2022, also prayed for an order setting aside the declaration of Abiola as the winner of the primaries conducted across the country.
Insecurity: Beyond Self-Defence By Mack Ogbamosa
Insecurity is everywhere in the land. Except for the period of the Civil War between 1967 and 1970, the country has never experienced anything close to this level of insecurity. From the North East to the South East, from the North West to the South West and from the North Central to the South-South, everywhere is being attacked. If they are not terrorists, they are bandits. If they are not bandits, they are kidnappers. If they are not kidnappers, they are insurgents.
Racism and Tribalism By Patrick Dele Cole
People who complain about racism should also complain if they accept tribalism. Those who practice tribalism have no right to complain about racism. The Developed Nations no longer celebrate racism as they did some decades back. Their views have shifted from understanding that all men are equal beings to now views about inclusivity and diversity. Even in the countries that were the most racist, France, Germany and Britain, there are people of other races running for parliament.
Insecurity: Beyond self-defence
BY MACK OGBAMOSA Insecurity is everywhere in the land. Except for the period of the Civil War between 1967 and 1970, the country has never experienced anything close to this level of insecurity. From the north-east to the south-east, from the north-west to the south-west and from the north-central to the south-south, everywhere is being attacked. If they are not terrorists, they are bandits. If they are not bandits, they are kidnappers. If they are not kidnappers, they are insurgents.
Insecurity: Beyond the call for self-defence
Insecurity is everywhere in the land. Except for the period of the Civil War between 1967 and 1970, the country has never experienced anything close to this level of insecurity. From the Northeast to the Southeast, from the Northwest to the Southwest and from the North-central to the South-south, everywhere is being attacked. If they are not terrorists, they are bandits. If they are not bandits, they are kidnappers. If they are not kidnappers, they are insurgents.
How to end ASUU strikes
BY MACK OGBAMOSA At last, the federal government has woken up from its slumber. The minister of education, Adamu Adamu, has agreed to be actively involved in the negotiations with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to end the lingering strike. He also promised to get a result within two weeks. According to media reports, Adamu gave this indication last week Tuesday during a meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari by relevant government ministries, departments and agencies.
How to end ASUU strikes
BY MACK OGBAMOSA At last, the federal government has woken up from its slumber. The minister of education, Adamu Adamu, has agreed to be actively involved in the negotiations with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to end the lingering strike. He also promised to get a result within two weeks. According to media reports, Adamu gave this indication last week Tuesday during a meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari by relevant government ministries, departments and agencies.
Constitution amendment: How lawmakers dashed our hopes
There is no perfect constitution anywhere. The more advanced democracies in the world have had cause(s) to change and amend their constitutions over time. Whether written or unwritten, the constitutions are usually subjected to regular modifications or amendments in order to meet the exigencies of time and promote good governance. The United States (US) has a written Constitution which has had about 27 amendments since 1789 when it became operational.
How Monetisation Of Politics Is Killing Nigeria's Democracy
No doubt, we cannot play politics without money. But a situation where money is placed above every other factor is not democracy. It is a move towards plutocracy, where the government is in the hands of the richest class of people in society. This is not the beginning of this trend in politics. We have been on this route of monetisation of politics for a long time, especially since the return of democracy in the Second Republic in 1979.
Monetisation of politics: Bane of democracy
BY MACK OGBAMOSA No doubt, we cannot play politics without money. But a situation where money is placed above every other factor is not democracy. It is a move towards plutocracy, where government is in the hands of the richest class of people in society. This is not the beginning of this trend of politics. We have been on this route of monetisation of politics for a long time, especially since the return of democracy in the Second Republic in 1979.
Rotational presidency, not the answer to bad governance
BY MACK OGBAMOSA The agitations are rising. More than ever before, many Nigerians are debating the necessity or otherwise of rotating the position of president from one part of the country to the other. These agitations have created a division between our Northern governors and their Southern counterparts .
Why governors are lame-duck chief security officers
BY MACK OGBAMOSA The present spate of insecurity in the country has heightened the level of interrogation of the role of governors as Chief Security officers of their states. Many Nigerians are wondering why governors are complaining that they cannot secure their states despite being Chief Executives of their territories with free access to security votes.
Tony Momoh, the man who knew tomorrow
By Mack Ogbamosa If there was anyone who prepared himself adequately for his life career, it was Prince Tony Momoh. After attending a teachers’ training college to train as a teacher, he grounded himself in mass communication and law to make himself a well-rounded professional in both fields. He was a renaissance man; a man of many parts.
Tony Momoh, the man who knew tomorrow
BY MACK OGBAMOSA If there was anyone who prepared himself adequately for his life’s career, it was Prince Tony Momoh. After attending a teachers’ training college in his early life to train as a teacher, he grounded himself in mass communication and law to make himself a well-rounded professional in both fields. He was a renaissance man; a man of many parts. It was therefore no wonder that most of his contemporaries avoided arguments with him.
Combating governance crises through justiciability of chapter II
BY MACK OGBAMOSA The crises arising from the recent EndSARS protests have again brought to the fore the need to have a government that will address socio-economic inequalities in the society and be accountable to the people. This has not been the case. Most of our governments since political independence in 1960 have neither addressed socio-economic inequalities nor shown any reasonable level of accountability to the people.
Mass Media: Constitutional responsibility without empowerment | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
The mass media is central to the development of any democratic society. This has been generally acknowledged in developed societies to the extent that the media has often been described as the Fourth Estate of the Realm. This description can be traced to 1787 when a British statesman and orator, Edmund Burke categorised the media as the Fourth Estate in a parliamentary debate.
Tony Momoh: A renaissance man turns 80 - TheCable
BY MACK OGBAMOSA In the annals of professionalism, only a few people have been able to successfully combine many disciplines. Prince Tony Momoh, who is now 80 years old, is one of them. He has made giant strides not only as a journalist but also as a lawyer, teacher, writer and politician.
Corporate governance challenges in Nigeria: The way forward
Our awareness of major corporate governance issues in Nigeria started with the discovery of overstatements in Cadbury Nigeria Plc. accounts in 2007. Since then, many more have followed. But for us to properly understand the issues, we must first of all define corporate governance. There are as many definitions of corporate governance as there are authorities on the subject.
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