Category: EDITORIAL

No matter how anyone looks at it, there is a correlation between good governance and a peaceful society. History is replete on how repressive, authoritarian or tyrannical regimes plunged their nations into wars, revolts and conflicts. Of a truth, the prevailing insecurity in various parts of Nigeria presently cannot be divorced from years of misgovernance by successive military governments including their civilian counterparts. Over the years, there have been mass  unemployment due to the absence of concerted efforts and policies to boost industrialisation and agriculture, by so-doing create jobs for…

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Industries are the key driver of any great economy. Little wonder the leading countries of the world are the most industrialised. Industries remain key in boosting a nation’s exports, earning foreign exchange, aside the critical issue of job creation. Industries also portend catalytic effect on agriculture. The presence of industries can create economy for the the agricultural sector by pushing up demand for raw materials and reducing imports. Even more important is the fact that industries create jobs for the army of school leavers, thereby minimizing youth restiveness. This must…

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There is a greater tendency for people to resort to crime when they are economically or financially insecure. A man who is not sure of what to eat the next morning, will  likely become unsettled; and where  the situation persists, could be tempted to do crime. This is why the persisting hardship in the country calls for serious concern. The reality at the moment is that the masses of Nigerians are struggling to eke out a living. An estimated population of over 200 million people cannot all be expected to…

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True to the prediction of the Nigeria Meteorological Agency, NiMet, warning some states of the federation to prepare for possible flooding, states like Niger and Kogi are already  reeling in the devastating effects of the disaster that hit the two northcentral states recently. Already the flood disaster has claimed several lives and destroyed many property including homes. Reports indicate that over 150 people were confirmed dead from the said flooding; over 3000 persons displaced with over 250 houses destroyed so far in the affected states. The trend of flooding in…

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Industrialisation remains key to job creation and the economic growth of any state or nation. The Sam Mbakwe administration will forever be remembered for its vision and giant strides in the area of industrialisation of Imo state. The Shoe Industry Owerri, Glass Industry Aba, Packaging Industry Owere Ebeiri, Nsu Ceramics Mbano, Aluminum Extrusion Industry, Ikeduru, Resin Paints Mbaise, Avutu Poultry, name them, were all set up by the Second Republic Governor, Sam Onunaka  Mbakwe of old Imo State. Mbakwe, a lawyer, came to governance with a clear vision and commitment.…

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The recent outbreak of the deadly diphtheria disease in some parts of Imo State, has brought to the fore, the imperative for parents and guardians to prioritise immunisation programnes of the government. Over 25 children were reportedly killed by the disease as others affected were said to have been hospitalized in Aboh Mbaise area of Imo State The outbreak also led to temporary closure of schools as part of government’s measure to contain the disease. The outbreak of the disease also caused panic across the state due to the reported…

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To curb the raging insecurity in Nigeria requires deliberate policies on the part of government and security agents. Experts have repeatedly advised that the reliance on kinetic approach alone may not be enough to stem the tide of the mounting insecurity in different parts of the country. Given the fact that the challenges posed by insurgency, banditry, violent agitation and herdsmen menace, have spread across the country, the need for the deployment of technology in the fight against insecurity becomes compelling. The installation of surveillance cameras at critical areas and…

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Many Nigerians are still trying to fathom the desirability of a proposed voting bill before the House of Representatives which seeks to make voting compulsory for all Nigerians of voting age in national and state elections. The controversial bill proposes a penalty of six months in jail or a ₦100,000 fine for those who don’t vote during elections in Nigeria. Egypt is said to be the only African country that has a compulsory voting law. The bill has however, received heavy criticism from Nigerians including legal experts. In the view…

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To curb the raging insecurity in Nigeria requires deliberate policies on the part of government and security agents. Experts have repeatedly advised that the reliance on kinetic approach alone may not be enough to stem the tide of the mounting insecurity in different parts of the country. Given the fact that the challenges posed by insurgency, banditry, violent agitation and herdsmen menace, have spread across the country, the need for the deployment of technology in the fight against insecurity becomes compelling. The installation of surveillance cameras at critical areas and…

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The unfortunate menace of armed, killer herdsmen no doubt, impedes on the practice of agriculture in Nigeria. This year’s farming season is taking off as the rainy season gradually sets in. One serious challenge facing farmers in Imo State presently, as well as in other parts of the country, is the menace of killer herdsmen and kidnappers who hide in the forests to carry out their despicable activities. Reports of nefarious activities of herdsmen and kidnappers terrorising innocent imolites especially, farmers are rife. Across Imo – Owerri West LGA to…

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