Nigeria’s economy remains entangled with Western interests due to colonial legacies, oil exploitation, financial corruption, and imposed economic policies. This article explores how structures like IMF programs, foreign aid conditions, and multinational control of oil resources sustain economic dependency and hinder true sovereignty.
Nigeria is considering a bill to reserve approximately 111 seats for women in the National Assembly and 108 in state assemblies, aiming to boost female representation, which is currently below 5% in federal legislatures, but faces cultural and logistical challenges.
In April 2025, the ECOWAS Court ruled that Kano State’s blasphemy laws, which include severe penalties like the death penalty, violate freedom of expression under international human rights standards. Kano’s government rejected the ruling, defending the laws as reflective of local religious values and constitutionally valid.
History was removed from Nigeria’s school curriculum in 2008, officially due to low student interest and a lack of teachers, but some, including Wole Soyinka, suggest it was a deliberate move to suppress knowledge of sensitive historical events like the Nigerian Civil War. The subject is set to return in 2025, with efforts to train teachers and update curricula, aiming to strengthen national identity and critical thinking.
The May 2025 flood in Mokwa, Niger State, killed over 200 people and displaced thousands, exposing systemic failures in disaster preparedness. This post examines the political implications, including government accountability, budget mismanagement, and the erosion of public trust ahead of elections.
In 2025, Nigeria’s National Assembly proposed removing immunity for governors and vice presidents, aiming to curb corruption and enhance accountability. This post examines the amendment’s motivations, legal implications, and challenges in a political landscape marked by impunity.
The return of looted Benin Bronzes to Nigeria marks a step toward colonial justice, but challenges remain. This post explores the artifacts’ history, recent repatriations, and the ongoing debate over ownership, restitution, and Nigeria’s capacity to preserve its cultural heritage.
In 2025, four northern Nigerian states closed schools for Ramadan, sparking debate over educational disruption and religious freedom. This post examines the closures’ impact on students, particularly in regions with high out-of-school rates, and the tension between religious observance and secular education.
The 2025 Benue massacre, claiming over 100 lives, prompted statements from Christian and Muslim leaders, yet a perception of silence persists. This post explores their responses, the complex ethnic and religious dynamics, and the challenges religious leaders face in resolving Nigeria’s conflicts.
A viral video from Olabisi Onabanjo University showed female staff checking if students were wearing bras before exams, sparking outrage over gender discrimination and bodily autonomy. This incident highlights problematic dress code policies in Nigerian universities that disproportionately target women, reflecting broader societal issues of controlling women’s bodies.
