By Robinson Erebi As Bayelsa State gears up for the upcoming gubernatorial polls, the role of social media in contemporary political campaigns cannot be ignored. The establishment of an executive office for social media and appointment of special assistants by Governor Douye Diri’s administration highlights the importance attached to social media. However, for a more…
By Stanley O. Nwosu The announcement by the Federal Government and subsequent approval by the National Assembly of the request to share N500 billion palliatives to poor and vulnerable households in Nigeria in order to cushion the adverse effect of the recent removal of fuel subsidy has continued to generate reactions on social and mainstream…
By Ere Robinson Erebi The success of the well planned 2023 Population and Housing Census is crucial for the development of the Nigeria as it will provide accurate data on the population, housing, and economic activities across the country. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu However, Hon. Nasir Isa Kwarra is not alone in this task. He…
By Robinson Erebi As of now, there is no information or official statement from President Ahmed Bola Tinubu regarding a new date for conduct of the 2023 National Population and Housing Census in Nigeria. The census is usually conducted every ten years, with the last one being held in 2006 and should have been conducted…
By Ere Robinson Erebi In today’s political climate, social media has become a vital tool for politicians to connect with constituents. Campaigns are utilizing platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to share their message and reach potential voters. These platforms are also being used to gauge public opinion and gather feedback. Politicians can interact…
By Chekwube Nzomiwu The Human Rights Writers Association (HURIWA) is one non-governmental organisation no longer taken seriously in Nigeria because of its frequent outrageous and juvenile interventions in public discourse. However, in public interest, I am constrained to comment on the recent statement by its National Coordinator, Emmanuel Onwubiko, asking President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to…
By Chibuzor Emejor Undoubtedly, the importance of an accurate, acceptable and reliable population and housing census cannot be over-emphasised. To ensure holistic national development, an accurate census is very indispensable. The conduct of a census helps to generate demographic data for national planningwhich in turn ensures even development of all sectors of the country. President…
By Fred Edoreh I was a teenager when I heard about Jerry Okorodudu. At the time, he represented Nigeria at various international sports events, winning bronze at the Brisbane 1982 Commonwealth Games and returning 4th at the 1984 Olympic Games. Late Jerry Okorodudu Before then, he had won gold for Bendel State at the Oluyole…
By Eddie Onuzuruike I bow though not trembling Oga Ahmed, Bro Tinubu The oTremnly Asiwaju that we know Please listen to my plea. The giant of Africa is in your hands Yet uncounted and referenced only in estimation Give us a census To be like other nations As you were in Paris Mr Prez If…
