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Beyond the policing abracadabra | adekkatv

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  By abiodun KOMOLAFE  “One resists the invasion of armies; one does not resist the invasion of ideas. No army can withstand the strength of an idea whose time has come.”  - Victor Hugo, Histoire d'un Crime, 1852. Victor Hugo, the French philosopher, is absolutely right: the devolution of policing powers to subnational and local governments is long overdue. This is not a radical departure; it was the reality during the colonial era and the First Republic. It is worth noting that the Office of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) did not even exist until 1964, when Louis Edet became Nigeria’s first indigenous head of the Force. It is, therefore, not surprising that the British avoided creating a centralized IGP during the long stretch following 1829, when Sir Robert Peel established the world’s first modern policing system in London. Even under our former colonial masters, policing has remained fundamentally devolved. The British could not have invented the Inspector Gene...
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JUST IN: FEDERAL GOVERNMENT DECLARES PUBLIC HOLIDAYS, TO MARK EID UL FITR

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  The Federal Government has declared Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to mark the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr, which signifies the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Interior made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government. In a statement on Tuesday by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Magdalene Ajani, the minister extended warm greetings and heartfelt congratulations to Muslim faithful on the successful completion of the fasting period. Tunji-Ojo urged Muslims to sustain the virtues of love, generosity, peace, tolerance and sacrifice, which were emphasised during the holy month of Ramadan. He also called on Nigerians to use the festive period to pray for the continued peace, unity and prosperity of the country. While wishing Muslim faithful a joyful Eid-ul-Fitr celebration, the minister encouraged citizens to celebrate responsibly and extend acts of kindness to the less privileged in societ...
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JUST IN: Akire Of Ikire Dies At 91

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  Oba Olatunde Falabi Oba Olatunde Falabi, the Akire of Ikire land in Irewole local government area of Osun, has reportedly passed away. It was stated that, the monarch passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026, with the circumstances surrounding his death yet to be known. Oba Falabi celebrated his 91st birthday in January, 2026. There is no official statement on the death of the monarch till this moment. Details later...
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Nigeria’s economy: What is to be done? | adekkatv

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  By abiodun KOMOLAFE Using the phrase ‘What is to be done?’ in the headline to this analysis is deliberate. Vladimir Ilyich Lenin used the title in a brilliant 1902 treatise to outline the strategic methodology needed for a successful transformation of the state. It is a question that remains hauntingly relevant whenever a nation faces structural decay. 'What is to be done?' is important because out of it came solutions which, through their focus on organizational discipline and ideological clarity, continue to illuminate the path for any leadership seeking to dismantle a dysfunctional status quo. We must now look ahead to what ought to be done in a Second Term for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Surely certainly, Tinubu will obtain a convincing victory in next year’s presidential election, but the question becomes how that victory will be turned into a consolidation of the gains of the First Term, as well as a decisive forward march towards building a new, enduring society for w...
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IBEDC: When will this pain be over? | adekkatv

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  By abiodun KOMOLAFE The title of this commentary reflects a question asked wherever people gather - on buses, in bars, and at parties. Modern life revolves around the reliable provision of electricity, water and mass transit. Without power, the simple task of pumping water becomes nightmarish; relying on handheld pumps is a physically exhausting struggle. Dealing with our so-called electricity distribution companies is like living through a series of ‘tales of the unexpected’. It is a tragicomedy of the highest order! Many have endured the harrowing frustration of failing to load prepaid meters for days, even after payments have been cleared on their apps. And when the credit finally loads, there is zero guarantee that the power will actually follow. It is utterly ridiculous! In effect, the consumer is forced to ‘gift’ these companies with interest-free loans for services they may never see. Unlike almost any other industry, these firms enjoy the luxury of idling on hundreds of m...
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JUST IN: FG declares Dec 25, 26, Jan 1 public holidays

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  The Federal Government on Monday (today), declared Dec. 25; Dec. 26 and Jan. 1, 2026, as public holidays to mark the Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year celebrations. Dr Magdalene Ajani, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, in Abuja, gave the announcement in a statement on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo,  Tunji-Ojo extended warm seasons greetings to Christians in Nigeria and across the world, as well as to Nigerians generally. He urged christians to reflect on the virtues of love, peace, humility and sacrifices exemplified by the birth of Jesus Christ, describing the values as essential for national unity, tolerance and harmony. The minister also enjoined all Nigerians to use the festive season to pray for the peace, security and continued progress of the country, while supporting government efforts at national development and cohesion. “The Christmas season and the New Year presents an opportunity for Nigerians to strengthen the bonds of ...
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Ekiti State: What? Who will upset the applecart? | adekkatv

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  By abiodun KOMOLAFE In a Special State Broadcast on Tuesday, Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji of Ekiti State appealed for peace and orderliness ahead of the 2026 governorship election. While condemning recent political thuggery, Oyebanji, popularly known as BAO, stressed his unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property, stating directly: “My aspiration is not worth the precious blood of any Ekiti person.” The governor’s call for peace and stability was a direct response to a familiar political challenge: a surge in negative media reports and public scrutiny. For Oyebanji, protecting life is a moral imperative that supersedes political office, as electoral violence can cause widespread harm and societal instability. That said, the conventional wisdom is that BAO is virtually strolling his way into a deserved second term. While this may be the case, history has shown that it is always possible, though unlikely, to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory. But, as the Y...
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