Columns - 16 NOV 2022

The state of Ponzi schemes in Nigeria

Here is why people still participate in Ponzi schemes in Nigeria despite the inherent disadvantages.

Columns - 19 DEC 2020

NIN registration for SIM: Why the NCC’s policy is a terrible idea

If the NCC blocks all SIMs without a national ID number, the economic consequences will be catastrophic.

Columns - 16 MAY 2019

What is wrong with importing toothpicks?

Nigeria's protectionism policies hurt more than they help

Columns - 12 FEB 2019

Who is the Average Nigerian?

What can the average Nigerian tell us about the upcoming elections?

Columns - 18 DEC 2018

Is Tourism a smart investment for Nigeria?

Boosting tourism is a glamorous goal but may not deliver the economic growth we need

Columns - 04 SEP 2018

Why Nigeria Needs NYSC

NYSc remains Nigeria's most powerful tool for nation-building and national unity.

Columns - 21 JUN 2018

Can Performance-Based Pay Fix the Civil Service?

We don't just need to pay public servants better, we need to pay smarter.

Columns - 19 JUN 2018

Should Civil Servants Be Paid More?

Public service salaries should not be increased without deeper payroll reforms.

Columns - 26 APR 2018

Should Nigeria Invest in People or Infrastructure?

The Federal Government is focusing on infrastructure, should its focus to human capital development?

Columns - 23 FEB 2018

Red Card to the Rescue

Is the Red Card Movement revolutionary, a political ploy or merely irrelevant?

Columns - 30 OCT 2017

To BVN or Not to BVN?

The FG forfeiture order may increase BVN compliance in Nigeria, but at what cost?

Columns - 20 OCT 2017

Taxes: the Price of Good Governance

Could more taxation lead to better governance in Nigeria?

Columns - 03 AUG 2017

Should the Petroleum Equalisation Fund Exist?

The PIGB makes some changes to the PEF, but does it go far enough? And should the Fund still exist?

Columns - 27 JUL 2017

Does The Petroleum Equalisation Fund Work?

The Petroleum Equalisation Fund may be the last fuel subsidy standing, but is it worth keeping?

Columns - 22 JUN 2017

Nigerian Free Trade Zones: As Simple as SEZ

What are Special Economic Zones and why have they struggled to succeed in Nigeria?

Columns - 09 FEB 2017

Nigeria's ID (Cards) and Ego: II

Do Nigerians actually need a unique National ID?

Columns - 08 FEB 2017

Nigeria's ID (Cards) and Ego: I

Why is Nigeria obsessed with biometric data and multiple identification?

Columns - 13 JAN 2017

Spotlight on Solar

Solar power seems like a logical solution to our power problems but we need to adjust our expectations.

Columns - 06 JAN 2017

Missing the Forest for the Trees

The ban on mini-generators highlights deeper issues with Nigeria's environmental policy.

Columns - 06 JAN 2017

Not Playing by the Book

The Nigerian publishing industry is far from traditional, but it doesn't need to be.

Columns - 18 NOV 2015

The Textile Revival: Buhari's Turn in the Ring

Nigeria's textile industry needs more than a stitch this time

99 Health Problems (But Polio Isn't One)

A polio-free Nigeria is a commendable goal, but should it be a priority?

Columns - 21 SEP 2015

Political Superwomen (Part 2)

Why are we all better off with women at the helm.

Columns - 31 AUG 2015

Political Superwomen (Part 1)

Can Buhari's government balance Nigeria's gender equation?

Columns - 17 AUG 2015

Banking on MSMEs

The Development Bank of Nigeria must avoid the pitfalls that entrap other micro-finance institutions.

Columns - 07 AUG 2015

Free Money for the Poor

Analysing the feasibility and potential impact of the flagship N5000 scheme of the Buhari administration.

Columns - 03 AUG 2015

Social Banking: Cashing out on Facebook Accounts

Nigerian banks are embracing the use of social banking, will it usurp traditional banking anytime soon?

Columns - 30 JUL 2015

The Nigerian Senate v. Sex Offenders

The Sexual Offences Bill 2015 has brought usual controversy, yet it articulates some vital points.

Columns - 28 JUL 2015

Nine New Universities - A Drop in the Bucket?

Analysing the state of tertiary education in Nigeria.

Columns - 28 JUL 2015

PayTV, Mobile Networks, Shopping and Xenophobia

The Nigeria - South Africa diplomatic relationship hit a recent nadir, how will SA multinationals fair?