By Comrade Dominic Ogakwu There are institutions whose relevance is most visible in moments of crisis, and there are others whose importance lies in the fact that they keep the machinery of the state running every day, largely away from public attention. Nigeria’s Federal Civil Service belongs firmly in the latter category. Governments come and
By Comrade Dominic Ogakwu Electricity has long been described as the engine of economic development. It powers industries, fuels innovation, strengthens healthcare systems, supports quality education and creates the conditions for sustainable economic growth.For developing economies such as Nigeria, access to reliable electricity is more than a public utility, it is the foundation upon which
By Comrade Dominic Ogakwu Nigeria’s ambition to become a diversified, industrialised and globally competitive economy rests not only on sound macroeconomic policies or infrastructure investments, but also on the quality of its skilled workforce. Behind every successful manufacturing plant, construction project, renewable energy installation, automobile workshop, ICT innovation hub and modern agricultural enterprise are technicians,
…as CSOs Partner NNRA on Nuclear Energy Awareness Campaign By Comrade Dominic Ogakwu Nigeria’s quest for sustainable development and energy security extends beyond expanding electricity generation, it requires strong institutions, informed citizens and effective regulatory oversight. As the country explores the wider application of nuclear science and technology in healthcare, agriculture, industry, research and future
By Mukhtar Ya’u Madobi Energy remains one of the most critical drivers of national development. Across the world, access to reliable electricity serves as the foundation upon which other sectors—including healthcare, education, agriculture, industrialization, and commerce—thrive.Recognizing this reality, Nigeria has continued to pursue universal access to affordable, reliable, and sustainable electricity as a means of
By Comrade Dominic Ogakwu The long-term economic sustainability of any nation is fundamentally tied to its ability to identify, harness, process, and efficiently utilize its local raw materials for industrial pro-duction and national development.Countries that have successfully industrialized did not merely rely on exporting raw commodities; rather, they invested in systems that transformed local resources
Nigeria’s push to diversify its economy away from hydrocarbons has brought renewed focus to the solid minerals sector, an industry long recognized for its vast potential but historically constrained by weak governance, opacity, and underinvestment. However, the success of this aspiration rests heavily on the effectiveness of its regulatory institutions.At the center of the country’s
“ Defeated at the polls, vindicated in court, and redeemed by the people.” In the early hours of Monday, February 27, 2023, a defining political moment unfolded in Cross River State. As dawn broke over the South-South, Dr. Emmanuel Emanghe, the Returning Officer of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), announced a result that would
…As Commission Management Focus On Repositioning Nigeria’s Humanitarian Landscape In today’s world, where natural disasters, emergencies, and environmental pressures unfold with unsettling frequency, the need for strong humanitarian institutions has never been more urgent. Nigeria, like many nations, confronts an expanding landscape of crises.Flooding, communal clashes, human trafficking, irregular migration, banditry, and violent extremism have
…As Management Drives Revitalisation And Accelerated Reform Across every functioning public institution in Nigeria, employees remain the engine room of governance. From policy implementation to administrative coordination, the nation’s workforce ensures that ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) deliver on their statutory mandates.Yet, the sustainability of this machinery depends not only on competence and dedication, but