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The Roles and Challenges of the Media in Holding Government Accountable
The media, often called the ‘watchdog of society’, plays an important role in keeping government accountable to the people, through various channels including newspapers, radio, television, and social media; through these means, citizens receive information about government activities, policies, and national issues. The media has always played a major role in promoting transparency, public awareness, […]
Political Promises vs Reality: Why Citizens Feel Disappointed
In Nigeria, every election season comes with hope. Politicians travel from city to hamlet, campaigning and promising to improve the lives of citizens. They promise employment opportunities, good roads, stable electricity, good healthcare, improved security, and steady economic development. Oftentimes, many Nigerians hope that positive change is finally coming. However, post-election realities are a different […]
Xenophobia: Is the Nigerian Government Doing Enough to Protect Its Citizens?
South Africa is one of Africa’s most developed countries with a thriving economy, but it has struggled with persistent tensions between citizens and foreign nationals. The periodic waves of Xenophobic violence that have continued to target foreign nationals, particularly African migrants, are raising concerns about safety, diplomacy, and government responsibility. Many Nigerians living in South […]
Millions at the Mercy of a Few: How Government Policies Affect Everyday Nigerians
In Nigeria, the decisions made by the few people in positions of authority not only stay on paper, but also reflect in the lives of citizens. From subsidy removal resulting in astronomical transport fares, high food prices, and difficult access to healthcare, policy decisions made at both federal and state levels shape how Nigerians live, […]
Motorists Decry Poor Governance, Fake Election Promises
Motorists have voiced growing frustration over what they describe as poor governance and unfulfilled promises made during election periods. During campaigns, drivers often become a key target for political messaging, with pledges of better roads, reduced fuel prices and improved transport systems. However, many say these assurances rarely translate into tangible improvements after elections. Transport […]
Security Votes in Nigeria – Necessary Tool or Legalized Corruption?
In a country grappling with grave security challenges, from kidnapping and banditry to communal violence, billions of naira are allocated annually to what is generally known as security votes. Yet, insecurity, in one way or another, still persists across many communities in all 36 states of Nigeria. The safety of citizens has been questioned, while […]
Osun ALGON faction stages peaceful protest over Local Government autonomy
The All Progressives Congress (APC) faction of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Osun State chapter, has on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, staged a peaceful protest in Osogbo, accusing the state government of failing to grant full autonomy to local government administrations. The demonstrators gathered at the premises of the Osun State High […]
The Role of Local Government in Community Development
In Nigeria, the daily lives of citizens are shaped by challenges that are impossible to ignore, from bad roads and poor water supply to poor electricity, overcrowded classrooms for students, and poor health care facilities lacking drugs and basic equipment. Yet Nigeria operates a system of government designed to bring governance closer to the people. […]
Tinubu commissions Customs office, training college in Ogun
President Bola Tinubu has commissioned the newly completed office of the Federal Operations Unit (FOU), Zone A, of the Nigeria Customs Service in Iperu, Ikenne Local Government Area of Ogun State. The President arrived at the venue shortly after inaugurating the state’s cargo airport, and commended the leadership style of the Comptroller-General of the Service, […]
NLC blames hardship on policy failures
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has blamed the worsening economic hardship in the country on what it described as failed and anti-people policies, urging government at all levels to embrace reforms that prioritise the welfare of citizens. President Joe Ajaero, in an Easter message, has made it known that the current suffering of Nigerian workers […]