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Public Policy
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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.
Government Proposals Aim to Limit Vape Appeal to Minors
Authorities are launching a public consultation on new regulations to strip away colourful branding and sweet flavours from vapes to stop children from being drawn to them.
Evaluating Nigeria’s Health Sector Transformation
A look at how Nigeria is reshaping its healthcare system by prioritizing institutional capacity, evidence-based reforms, and improved service delivery for its citizens.
Refining the NYSC: A Misdirected Effort
While the government acknowledges that the NYSC needs updating, the proposed reforms are merely administrative adjustments that fail to address the core challenges of national service in modern Nigeria.
Anambra Assembly Committee Warns Against Waste Dumping in Drainage Systems
The Anambra State House of Assembly has cautioned citizens that dumping waste into drainage channels is damaging newly constructed roads and undermining public investment.