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Sheikh Gumi Advocates for State-Funded Marriages in Shariah-Compliant Regions
Sheikh Ahmad Gumi asserts that governments operating under Shariah law have a duty to use public funds to support marriages as part of their social responsibility.
Nigerian State Governors Vow to Prioritize Early Childhood Development
Nigeria's 36 state governors have committed to treating Early Childhood Development as a strategic economic priority, focusing on multisectoral implementation at the subnational level.
Nigeria records birth registration for only 40 percent of children, says NPC
The National Population Commission reports that only 40 percent of Nigerian births are registered, prompting a shift toward a new digital platform to improve data accuracy and accessibility nationwide.
Addressing the persistent issue of building collapses in Nigeria
Nigeria faces a recurring crisis of building collapses caused by poor construction materials, weak regulation, and a lack of enforcement, resulting in significant loss of life.
Severe Shortage of Psychiatrists Challenges Nigeria’s Mental Health Care
Professor Taiwo Lateef Sheikh warns that Nigeria's mental health system is at a breaking point due to a severe shortage of specialists, inadequate funding, and the need for urgent implementation of the 2022 Mental Health Act.
Addressing Security Challenges in Nigeria’s South-East
Senator General Ike Omar Sanda Nwachukwu outlines six strategic pillars for restoring security in Southeast Nigeria, focusing on intelligence, community trust, and inclusive governance.
Kano Administration Launches Crackdown on Illegal Bridge Occupation
Kano State officials have initiated an enforcement operation to remove hawkers and scavengers from city bridges, warning that misuse of public infrastructure will lead to prosecution.
Examining the Efficacy of Government Ministries
Usman Sarki questions the effectiveness of Nigerian government ministries, arguing that institutional growth has replaced actual performance and measurable public service delivery.
Examining Andy Burnham’s Leadership Vision Through His Policy Priorities
Andy Burnham is defining his premiership through early policy moves on homelessness and the cost of living, signaling a shift toward his 'Manchesterism' approach within tight fiscal constraints.
Malami’s Wealth and the Moral Crisis of Examination Fees
A look at the controversy surrounding proposed WAEC and NECO fee hikes and the massive assets linked to former Attorney-General Abubakar Malami, revealing deeper issues of governance and morality in Nigeria.