Federal Government’s action can erode public trust and stifle the informed discourse necessary for a functioning democracy.
At this critical time, the people need more security and respect for the rule of law.
Victim reluctance, lengthy trials and out-of-court settlements impede the path to justice.
Few weeks ago, Nigerian media witnessed a buzz as Dangote Refinery finally launched its operation. Not many noticed it is the Dangote Group’s successful attempt to dominate the energy sector.
The central bank hopes that allowing the naira to find its true value will stimulate economic activity and attract foreign capital.
Private schools have been instrumental in providing education for many children, and keeping the population at the government schools moderate. However, if private schools respond to the tax policies with tuition fee increments, thousands of students would be chased away from schools. The consequence is overcrowded public schools and pupils who might be discouraged and drop out of school.
Many Nigerian youths trusted the government when introducing policies to lift people out of poverty. But a few years after the implementation, they have started feeling the adverse effects of government intervention in the economy.
Many Nigerian doctors travel abroad to work and come back home with wealth and experience. They help establish private hospitals that meet international standards. The lawmakers want to stop all that.
Emeka is not only pained about giving the values of his sweats to people who had no idea how he made them, but also the fact that there are several areas in the market which require rehabilitation.
The Open Grazing Bill is not only a bad policy, but also a bad political strategy. It is an affront to the principle of federalism and the diversity of Nigeria.
The lawmakers are obviously blind to potential adverse consequences of the new Bill if passed into law.
In the last five years, Anambra state government has increased taxes levied on small scale businesses, causing discomfort to SME owners.
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