Opinion & Analysis

Uchechi Okporie

Jun 15, 2026

On Friday, June 12, Nigeria marked Democracy Day, a day that is supposed to remind us of our freedom, our rights, and the power of the people in shaping the future of the nation. But as I reflected on the state of our country, I find it difficult to celebrate.

Admin User

Jun 12, 2026

As Nigerians marked Democracy Day, I found myself reflecting on the state of our nation and asking a simple question: what exactly are many citizens celebrating?

Uchechi Okporie

Jun 12, 2026

One of the major reasons behind the weak economy in Nigeria and many other African countries is the lack of strong industries and limited investment opportunities. In many developed countries, industries play a very important role in creating jobs, producing goods, and strengthening the economy. However, in most parts of Africa, there are still not enough functioning industries to support large-scale economic growth.

Uchechi Okporie

Jun 10, 2026

The recent kidnapping cases in Oyo State have once again raised serious questions about how security issues are handled in Nigeria. As reports emerged over the two kidnap cases in Oyo state, one could not help but wonder whether all Nigerian lives are truly treated equally when it comes to rescue efforts and government attention.

Uchechi Okporie

Jun 10, 2026

The economic situation in Nigeria has continued to generate concern among citizens, with many questioning the direction in which the country is heading. One of such voices is that of Divine Emmanuel, a resident of Ishieke in Ebonyi State, who spoke passionately about the hardships facing ordinary Nigerians.

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Jun 09, 2026

Students meet in the classrooms, hostels, cafeteria and leisure areas of Delta State University, Abraka, every week to chat about lectures, assignments, relationships and the future. Yet one issue keeps coming up if it is not in the conversation in every lecture, in every faculty, in every department, it is in the conversation on leaving Nigeria

Uchechi Okporie

Jun 09, 2026

Nigeria is currently in the throes of kidnapping. In the villages, cities and suburbs, there's fear of kidnapping everywhere. There are many kidnap cases which are not known to the media. Friends and relations of kidnapped victims are daily weeping over their relations languishing in the dens of kidnappers. Many are being made to borrow huge money to pay for random which will take them years to pay back. How did we get here? What actually went wrong with Nigeria? Who did Nigeria offend? UCHE OKPORIE writes on the pains and challenges of kidnapping in Nigeria and what the government needs to do very urgently

Uchechi Okporie

Jun 05, 2026

Nigeria is a country that has everything it takes to do well, but many things are not working the way they should. If you look at Nigerians, you'll see strong, hardworking and patient citizens.

Uchechi Okporie

Jun 05, 2026

When I look at the way business is carried out in Africa, I clearly see that social media has completely changed the game. In fact, I can say that social media is one of the greatest business tools that Africa has seen in recent times. Whether we like it or not, social media has changed the way people buy, sell, advertise, communicate with customers, and even grow their businesses. Years ago, if somebody wanted to start a business, the person would need a physical shop in a busy area before people could notice the business.

Uchechi Okporie

Jun 04, 2026

There is a growing conversation in Nigeria that cannot be ignored anymore, and it is the place of young people in the political future of the country. For many years, Nigerian politics has been dominated by older generations who have stayed in power for decades.

Uchechi Okporie

Jun 04, 2026

Every year, thousands of young Africans graduate from universities with hopes of securing good jobs and building successful careers. For many of them, graduation is supposed to mark the beginning of a better future after years of studying, attending lectures, writing examinations, and making sacrifices.

Uchechi Okporie

May 19, 2026

There is a question Nigeria cannot keep avoiding anymore, because silence is starting to sound like acceptance