Zainab Suleiman Okino

A budget criticized for allocating billions to palaces in regions without recognized chiefdoms, kingdoms, or emirates, while genuine government institutions like the Federal Ministry of Health face funding struggles. The article highlights the irony of prioritizing non-essential projects over critical services.

The article examines how insecurity, including banditry, insurgency, and communal conflicts, has disrupted farming and threatened food security in Kaduna State, Nigeria. These issues have led to abandoned farmlands, displaced communities, and crippled rural economies.

The lynching of Ummulkhair Usman Aliyu, a teacher, Islamic preacher, and mother, in Kaduna over child kidnapping allegations is discussed in the article. The author argues the incident highlights the need for the North to address mob violence but notes the lack of public reaction.

The article discusses the NDC's anti-defection law as a potential mechanism to prevent politicians from switching parties, aiming to ensure elected officials remain loyal to their constituencies and the country. It highlights concerns about political instability caused by 'nomadic politicians' and 'political prostitutes' exploiting mandates.

The article highlights the abduction of 42 pupils from schools in Mussa, Askira-Uba Local Government Area of Borno State by alleged Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists. It emphasizes the lack of public awareness and Nigeria's apparent neglect of the incident.