Economy

Economy

Tinubu and rhythm of restructuring – By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Tinubu and rhythm of restructuring – By abiodun KOMOLAFE

President Bola Tinubu’s recent announcement to unbundle the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria, Kaduna State, into six geo-political zones is an important landmark in Nigeria’s journey towards true federalism and regionalism, which lies not in the constitutional or institutional structure, but in the society itself. This move will go a long way in addressing the historical imbalance in the distribution of national institutions as well as fostering a sense of belonging and inclusivity among Nigeria’s diverse populations. Ultimately, this development is a step towards addressing Nigeria’s deep-seated structural issues, which have been perpetuated by a centralized system. One…
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Abia North Youth Agenda Undertakes Fact Finding Mission On Omenuko & Nmuri Bridges plus State of Bende – Ohafia Road

Abia North Youth Agenda Undertakes Fact Finding Mission On Omenuko & Nmuri Bridges plus State of Bende – Ohafia Road

The leaders of Abia North Youth Agenda (ANYA), a youth pressure group from the Senatorial Zone under the leadership of Hon. Udoeze Kalu, have commenced her main focus aimed at holding leaders of the zone accountable, both past and present, to encourage progress and engender political awareness among the youths when the people entrusted with the well being of the people give account of their stewardship at all times. The group also insist that the time of politics of 10 cups of rice in sealed polythene bad was over as they will lead from the front to create awareness among…
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Migration from Consumption to Production Campaign Under Scrutiny – Opinion

Migration from Consumption to Production Campaign Under Scrutiny – Opinion

The "Migration from Consumption to Production Campaign," a program aimed at empowering individuals and reducing welfare dependency, has been criticized for its ineffective implementation. Despite its noble goals, the program has largely benefited party members, with many recipients reselling distributed items such as tricycles, sewing machines, and farming tools. Critics argue that proper research is necessary to ensure that items are distributed to those who truly need them. Moreover, the ad-hoc distribution of goods may not be sufficient to achieve the program's objectives. Instead, lawmakers are urged to provide skill acquisition training, business schools for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs),…
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Mayday! Mayday! Our Country Is In So Much Trouble That Thinkers And Fixers Are Needed Urgently VII.

Mayday! Mayday! Our Country Is In So Much Trouble That Thinkers And Fixers Are Needed Urgently VII.

Hunger/Food Stampedes And the effort of State Operators to blame the Victims. I listened first to Mr Tope Fasua a Presidential Adviser on the Economy attempting a near impossible task of blaming the victims of the Food Stampede in Ibadan, Abuja and Okija. He struggled to shift the blame from pervasive hunger and poverty to the dead; he struggled to shift the blame from a dysfunctional economic policy to the Organizers; he struggled to shift the blame from economic reforms that have multiplied poverty to those in desperate need of supplies to get by; he struggled to shift the blame…
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Okoh Hails Senator Orji Kalu’s Development Strides in Abia North

Okoh Hails Senator Orji Kalu’s Development Strides in Abia North

Chief Chidiebere J. Okoh, a respected APC Chieftain in Abia State, has commended Senator Orji Uzor Kalu for his outstanding contributions to the development of Abia North Senatorial Zone. Okoh praised Kalu's tireless efforts in delivering economic and infrastructural dividends to his constituency since his election in 2019. According to Okoh, Kalu's dedication to the development of Abia North is remarkable. "His commitment to improving infrastructure, advocating for the welfare of our people, and driving economic growth is truly exceptional," Okoh said. "We, the people of Abia North, are proud to have him as our representative and stand by him…
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