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Alcatraz: From Notorious Prison to Modern Policy Debate

Alcatraz Island has long stood as one of America’s most iconic symbols of punishment and security. Located in San Francisco…

Samira Usman Adam 3 Min Read

Nasarawa, 36 Governorship Aspirants, Voters

The race for the governorship in Nasarawa State has drawn an unusually high number of contenders, with at least 36…

Kabiru Abdulrauf 4 Min Read

Nigeria Drifting Toward One Party Dominance

The growing dominance of a single political party in Nigeria is sparking renewed debate. Political analysts, civil society groups, and…

Abubakar Turaki 3 Min Read

Debate Trails Release of Nasir El-Rufai from ICPC Custody

A social media post has sparked debate over the release of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, from the custody…

Kabiru Abdulrauf 3 Min Read

31 out of 36 States Now Governed by APC

Nigeria’s political map is shifting in ways that catch the eye. Today, the All Progressives Congress (APC) holds the governorships…

Zainab Ibrahim 4 Min Read

Stolen in Transit: Drivers Dirty Secret

Have you ever sent goods through a driver or dispatch rider, only for them to go missing? Across many cities…

Khadija Muhammed 3 Min Read

Why Misinformation Spreads Quickly on Social Media

Social media has become a major source of news for millions of Nigerians in today’s digital information environment. Platforms such…

Samira Usman Adam 2 Min Read

Explainer: The Difference Between Inflation and Recession

Inflation and recession are common economic terms often discussed during periods of financial difficulty. However, they describe different economic conditions.…

Samira Usman Adam 2 Min Read

How Global Conflicts Affect African Economies

Conflicts in distant regions often appear unrelated to Africa. However, global wars and tensions frequently create economic effects across continents.…

Samira Usman Adam 2 Min Read

What Is Propaganda and How Can You Identify It?

Propaganda is a form of communication designed to influence how people think, feel or act about political ideas. Unlike neutral…

Samira Usman Adam 2 Min Read