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Sit-at-Home, Markets, and the Politics of Economic Punishment in Anambra

By Dr Marcel Mbamalu Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has ordered the closure of the Onitsha Main Market for one week because traders apparently disobeyed the governor’s order to open the Onitsha Market against the prevailing Monday sit-at-home practice. This looks

January 26, 2026

Agro-Economy·Business·Opinion

Strawberry Transportation Crisis: The Plane Left, and Nigeria’s 3000 Tonnes Harvest is Stranded

In October, 2025, Arik Air discontinued its operations in Jos, Plateau State. Interestingly, Arik Air was the only consistent option for moving strawberries out of Jos. Sadly, Value Jet – the only commercial airline operating from Jos, does not accept strawberries as

December 29, 2025

Why Nigerian Airlines Have Been Unable To Compete With Foreign Operators - Keyamo

Business·Opinion·Transport

To Fly or Not to Fly? – The Burden of Aviation Taxes

“Air Peace has had this kind of ground handlers hitting our aircraft on more than 15 occasions, damaging our planes. This is a brand new plane bought with over $85 million, and they damaged it. The thrust reversal of that engine is

December 29, 2025

Insights·Opinion

Forest Guards and the Perils of Ungoverned Power

Nigeria does not merely need more force. It needs more clarity, more accountability, and more restraint. Anything less is how nations stumble into crises they never planned.

December 29, 2025

Business·Insights·Opinion

New Tax Laws, Old Fears: When Reform Meets Public Distrust

In June, President Bola Tinubu signed into law four far-reaching tax reform bills, presenting them as a decisive reset for Nigeria’s long-fragmented tax system. The government framed the reforms as a way to simplify taxation, widen the tax base, and protect low-income

December 27, 2025

Insights·Opinion·Politics

Nigeria’s Dissonance and Loss of Global Leverage

It’s extremely sad that Nigeria is being described as a “now disgraced country.” But she has perhaps, unwittingly earned that sobriquet and comeuppance.

December 27, 2025

2023 Elections·Insights·Opinion·Politics

When Statistics Misread Democracy: Southeast 2023 Result Not Manipulated

When Statistics Misread Democracy: Southeast 2023 Result Not Manipulated By Osita Chidoka A recent Master’s thesis now circulating widely argues that Nigeria’s 2023 presidential election can be forensically decoded using statistical and machine-learning techniques—and that doing so reveals significant electoral manipulation, particularly

December 26, 2025

Why Trump’s Tax Reforms May Reduce Foreign Direct Investment in Nigeria

Opinion·Politics

Finally, Donald Trump Launches his Bombs on Nigeria!

Finally, Donald Trump launches his bombs on Nigeria! By ETIM ETIM In the dead of the night of December 25, the United States launched targeted missiles strikes against ISIS terrorists in Jabo community in Sokoto State, making good President Donald Trump’s November

December 26, 2025

News·Opinion

Chief Arthur Mbanefo (1930-2025): A Life of Impact and Inspiration- By Kingsley Moghalu

A TRIBUTE TO THE LATE CHIEF ARTHUR MBANEFO By Kingsley Moghalu I mourn the passing of Chief Arthur Mbanefo CON, Odu Mbanefo III of Onitsha, at the ripe old age of 95, and celebrate his life. Odu Mbanefo was truly a giant.

December 24, 2025

Business·Opinion

Dangote–Farouk Saga: Why Damning Claims Brought Down Oil Sector Giants

Dangote–Farouk Saga: Why Damning Claims Brought Down Oil Sector Giants By Dr Marcel Mbamalu In a stunning turn of events, high-profile resignations have rocked Nigeria’s oil sector, leaving many wondering what’s really going on. The sudden exits of Farouk Ahmed and Gbenga

December 22, 2025

Insights·Opinion·Politics

SAFE IN NIGERIA: Boris Johnson’s Claim and the outrage

SAFE IN NIGERIA? Boris Johnson’s Controversial Claim and the Outrage By Dr Marcel Mbamalu In a shocking display of disconnect, former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson claimed he felt “perfectly safe” in Nigeria, sparking widespread criticism and outrage. Johnson’s comments, made during

December 21, 2025

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Nigeria Tightens Rules for Courier Companies Using Prepaid Imports

Nigeria’s customs authority has introduced new rules for courier companies

Behind the Geregu Power Sale: Politics and a $750m Deal

The sale of Geregu Power, one of Nigeria’s largest electricity

Recapitalisation: UBA Extends Deadline For Rights Issue

UBA Hits Billion-Naira Milestone: Rights Issue Success Pushes Capital Base Above ₦500bn

United Bank for Africa (UBA) has successfully concluded its rights

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Opinion - Page 3

Sit-at-Home, Markets, and the Politics of Economic Punishment in Anambra

Strawberry Transportation Crisis: The Plane Left, and Nigeria’s 3000 Tonnes Harvest is Stranded

To Fly or Not to Fly? – The Burden of Aviation Taxes

Forest Guards and the Perils of Ungoverned Power

New Tax Laws, Old Fears: When Reform Meets Public Distrust

Nigeria’s Dissonance and Loss of Global Leverage

When Statistics Misread Democracy: Southeast 2023 Result Not Manipulated

Finally, Donald Trump Launches his Bombs on Nigeria!

Chief Arthur Mbanefo (1930-2025): A Life of Impact and Inspiration- By Kingsley Moghalu

Dangote–Farouk Saga: Why Damning Claims Brought Down Oil Sector Giants

SAFE IN NIGERIA: Boris Johnson’s Claim and the outrage

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