Tinubu’s ‘North Is Biggest Beneficiary’ Claim Sparks Fresh Debate Over Nigeria’s Economic Reforms

ABUJA — President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s assertion that Northern Nigeria stands to be the biggest beneficiary of his administration’s economic reforms has triggered a sharp disagreement among major Northern interest groups, exposing a wider debate over whether Nigeria’s improving macroeconomic indicators are translating into meaningful gains for ordinary citizens. While the presidency and the All […]

2027 Presidency: ACF, PANDEF, MBF Push for Deeper Scrutiny of Candidates’ Records

LAGOS — With Nigeria’s 2027 presidential contest steadily taking shape, a growing conversation is emerging over a question that could become central to the election: how much should Nigerians know about the people asking for their votes? The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) and Middle Belt Forum (MBF) have backed calls […]

APC’s 2027 Same-Faith Ticket Reignites National Debate Over Inclusion, Continuity and Electoral Strategy

The decision by Nigeria’s ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to retain President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima on a same-faith presidential ticket for the 2027 general election has once again placed religion, political representation and national unity at the centre of public debate. Although the Muslim-Muslim ticket was one of the most […]

Governors Divided Over Tax Reform Bills: A Heated Debate in Abuja

The ongoing debate over President Bola Tinubu’s proposed Tax Reform Bills has created a rift among Nigeria’s 36 state governors under the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF). These bills, submitted to the Senate and House of Representatives, aim to overhaul the country’s taxation framework but have sparked significant controversy and criticism from various quarters. Key Developments […]