Clash of the “Actors”!
Clash of the “actors”! Acting Chairman of the Economic and Finacial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ibrahim Magu was suspended Tuesday, July 7th, and shortly after, Mohammed Umar was named as his replacement. Since the establishment of the EFCC in 2003 to investigate financial crimes in Nigeria, the agency has been entrenched in controversy, partly for its approach in fighting […]
#CallOfDuty – Gender Justice Series
Finally! We wrapped up the gender justice conversations with the zonal first lady representatives yesterday. Our guest was the Taraba State First Lady, Anna Darius Ishaku who gave kudos to our fantastic host, Bolanle Olukanni, for a lovely conversation. The ‘Role of a First Lady’– is it all glitz and glamour? Is there more to the role than sitting pretty […]
EdoDecides2020
As #EdoDecides gathered momentum during the week, we witnessed a heated display of powers, threats, and name-calling (even Gandollar’s babariga was not spared in the mud-slinging). It was indeed a political faceoff as Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje (APC) engaged Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike (PDP) in a battle of words. Don’t forget Ganduje used to be a member of PDP! Will […]
#FakeNews – Health and Education Budget Allocation
Coronavirus is still here!
We know the world is all excited about the eased lockdown! Yes, who wouldn’t be after being denied such liberty for months? However, please let us observe safety protocols and only venture into journeys that are necessary. As the weeks go by, more people are getting infected. This is not the time to host people […]
#StateOfEmergencyGBV
#WorldParliamentDay
Tuesday, June 30th was #WorldParliamentDay. A transparent and accountable legislature will strengthen our democracy and bridge the gap between legislators and citizens. As active citizens, it is our responsibility to demand an open & transparent National Assembly and State Houses of Assembly. Do you know who represents you? If not, find out on shineyoureye.org!
EdoDecides2020
Ghen ghen! 14 governorship candidates jostle for the highest political seat in Edo State. Vote for the candidate with these 5Cs – Competence, Character, Capacity, Compassion, and Courage. Citizens be wise! Shine your eye!!! #RSVP
Nigerian Politicians League
They say, my friend’s enemy is my enemy. So when does your enemy become your friend? It is all about interest and changes in perspectives. Therefore, there are permanent interests but no permanent friends. At the moment, it has been a drama roller coaster in the political sphere as poverty of ideology has continued to affect the […]
#StateOfEmergencyGBV
