Electricity supply in Nigeria has continued to be enmeshed in major yet interesting challenges, with limited access, frequent power outages, and widespread estimated (miscalculated) billing affecting millions of households, according to recent reports from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). Recent data from the NBS reveals that only 53.6 percent of Nigerian households have access…
Apkabio e-Transmission is a Democratic Evolution to Embrace.Democracy in Nigeria has matured enough for people to be more decisive. The heated argument on electronic (e-transmission) of election results has surpassed the phase it is seen as mere conversation-it is a show of commitment to transparency, credibility and public trust.It will be understandable to say that…
“I may not have the answer for who to vote for, but I know who not to vote for, and I think Oyebamiji of the APC might be an electoral blunder.” It’s another electioneering period in Osun state, a time the government gets even closer to the people and voters in the state suddenly become…
By Ajibola Osungbohun The judge in the Federal High Court, Lagos, has told Erisco to withdraw its case against Mrs Chioma Egodi. He made the statement during a dramatic court session when the counsel for Erisco said he forgot evidence at home. In late 2023, Mrs Chioma Egodi made a review of a product by…
By Sulaimon Popoola Mustapha Adekunle, widely known as Sego, the Lagos State Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, NURTW), was caught on video issuing threats against residents ahead of the 2027 general elections. In the video, which has since gone viral, Sego openly declared that anyone who votes against the All Progressives…
By Sulaimon Popoola Lekki Phase 1, along the Lekki-Epe Expressway in Lagos, was thrown into distress on Monday after massive flooding left several homes submerged, roads impassable, and motorists stranded for hours. Despite years of government promises, Lekki and its surrounding communities continue to suffer devastating floods whenever it rains. Videos obtained by GovernMendNG showed…
By Ajibola Osungbohun Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly becoming a tool in shaping democratic processes worldwide. From enhancing voter registration systems to monitoring disinformation, AI has the potential to transform how elections are managed and protected. In a context like Nigeria, where elections often face credibility challenges, AI integration could significantly strengthen democratic integrity. AI…
By Ajibola Osungbohun Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer the stuff of science fiction; it is today’s political and economic battleground. From Washington to Beijing, policymakers are racing to set the rules of engagement for a technology that promises to transform economies, reshape governance, and even redefine global power. While advanced economies are moving fast,…
By Ajibola Osungbohun Abia State governor Alex Chioma Otti has granted automatic employment to Mrs. Akaniro Gethrude Chinyere, the wife of a virtually impaired secondary school teacher of Ozuitem Community Secondary School, who has been serving her community without pay. Mrs Akaniro Gethrude Chinyere’s husband, who is also virtually impaired, was seen in a video…
By Ajibola Osungbohun Claim: A lady was seen on a post by an X handle user claiming that Nigerians are at risk of Cancer and Reproductive harm if they continue to eat Noodles Verdict: FALSE! Introduction: A post found on X, posted by @TheBeninblogger, claims that Nigerians are at risk of Cancer and Reproductive issues if…