Where is Nigeria Going?
Where is Nigeria Going? By ‘Gbubemi Atimomo I returned to Nigeria early in 2015 after completing my master’s degree in the UK. The heat of the elections was on and as usual with Nigerian politics, many people had already picked a side. Incumbent President Goodluck Jonathan and former Head of State Muhammed Buhari were […]
Democracy for Sale
Democracy for Sale By Wisdom C. Nwoga Nigeria’s democracy is now for sale. But who is selling it and who are the buyers? Unarguably, the code of every marketplace is the presence of sellers and willing buyers. For Nigeria, this marketplace is not about goods or services, but about democracy—the cornerstone of governance. The […]
When Citizens Do Self-Service
When Citizens Do Self-Service By ‘Gbubemi Atimomo I recently watched a video that struck a deep chord. It was one of those feel-good stories: Asherkine, a social media influencer, and a forex trading company visited a small community in Jos, Plateau State. They came bearing gifts — food, school supplies, scholarships, and they even […]
TNCG2024 – BudgIT and EiE Nigeria to Host 6th Edition
For Immediate Release Thursday, October 3, 2024 +234 708 778 4788 Lagos, Nigeria Press Statement BudgIT and EiE Nigeria to Host 6th Edition of Conference on Technology, New Media, Citizens and Governance BudgIT, Africa’s leading civic-tech organization, and Enough is Enough Nigeria, one of Africa’s leading civil society organisations driving public accountability through […]
Can Elections in Nigeria Be Free and Fair?
Get ready to be inspired by the true story of a woman who took on an entire system and won! We’re talking about the iconic Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, the fearless leader of the Abeokuta Women’s Riot against colonial oppression in the 1940s. Her story is bringing the heat to the big screen, and we’re hosting a can’t-miss screening and panel discussion to decode what “people power” really means.
Looking Back, Envisioning the Future
Looking Back, Envisioning the Future By Nafisa Atiku-Adejuwon Since Nigeria transitioned to democratic rule in 1999, we have slowly progressed through democracy. Those of us born in the ’90s grew up either under General Abacha’s regime or just as democracy was taking hold in the late ’90s. Many of us have only known […]
Will You Show Up?
Get ready to be inspired by the true story of a woman who took on an entire system and won! We’re talking about the iconic Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, the fearless leader of the Abeokuta Women’s Riot against colonial oppression in the 1940s. Her story is bringing the heat to the big screen, and we’re hosting a can’t-miss screening and panel discussion to decode what “people power” really means.
Celebrating Nigeria’s Everyday Heroes
Get ready to be inspired by the true story of a woman who took on an entire system and won! We’re talking about the iconic Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, the fearless leader of the Abeokuta Women’s Riot against colonial oppression in the 1940s. Her story is bringing the heat to the big screen, and we’re hosting a can’t-miss screening and panel discussion to decode what “people power” really means.
Nigerian Lady, Islamiyat Ojelade Wins 7 PhD Scholarships in US Universities!
Islamiyat Ojelade, a talented Nigerian student, has achieved a remarkable academic milestone by securing PhD scholarships to seven top universities in the United States. What makes this accomplishment particularly impressive is that Ojelade obtained these scholarships without holding a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, instead relying on her Higher National Diploma (HND). Islamiyat graduated from the […]
Kelechi Ndukwe becomes the first person of Nigerian descent to command US Navy Warship!
Kelechi Ndukwe, a distinguished officer in the United States Navy, has made history as the first person of Nigerian descent to command a US Navy warship. In April 2021, Commander Ndukwe assumed leadership of the USS Halsey (DDG-97), an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer. This significant milestone came after years of dedicated service, including a […]