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WHY THE NIGERIAN TEACHER MUST CHANGE CONTENT, METHODS, STYLE AND FORM OF TEACHING

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NIGERIA IS STILL PREPARING CHILDREN FOR A WORLD THAT NO LONGER EXISTS A child entering Primary One today may enter the workforce around 2040 or beyond. Yet, in many Nigerian classrooms, we are still preparing children for an economy and society shaped by the realities of the 1980s and 1990s. This is one of the greatest challenges facing our education system. The world is changing rapidly. Artificial intelligence, automation, digital technology, biotechnology, renewable energy, robotics, global finance and the digital economy are transforming how people live and work. If the Nigerian teacher does not urgently change the content, methods, style and form of teaching, we risk producing generations of young people who can pass examinations but struggle to solve problems, create opportunities, compete globally or adapt to a rapidly changing world. Education must therefore move from simply transferring information to developing capabilities, character, creativity and competence. 1...
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FUEL SUBSIDY IN NIGERIA: FROM TEMPORARY RELIEF TO A NATIONAL BURDEN

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Has Its Removal Made Nigeria Better? Nigeria's fuel subsidy story is one of the most complicated chapters in the country's economic history. What began as a policy intended to protect Nigerians from the shock of high petroleum prices gradually became a huge fiscal burden, a source of controversy, an incentive for smuggling and arbitrage, and—according to numerous audits and investigations—a system vulnerable to abuse. Yet the removal of subsidy under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in May 2023 created another painful reality: petrol prices rose sharply, transportation became expensive, food prices followed, businesses faced higher operating costs, and millions of Nigerians found their purchasing power severely weakened. The central question, therefore, is not simply "Was subsidy good or bad?" The more important question is: What did Nigeria do with the enormous resources committed to subsidy, and what has the country done with the savings since subsidy wa...
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THE PERILS OF BEING AT LOGGERHEADS WITH THE MASSES: WHEN POLITICAL ARROGANCE BECOMES an ELECTORAL LIABILITY

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Politics, in its purest conception, is a covenant between the governed and those entrusted with the instruments of governance. It is not an avenue for personal aggrandisement, political adventurism, or the systematic conversion of public trust into private entitlement. Yet, regrettably, some politicians ascend the political ladder only to become estranged from the very masses whose mandate elevated them. They begin with eloquent promises, magnificent manifestos and emotional appeals to the electorate. But once power is secured, the people who were once indispensable suddenly become inconvenient. Their grievances are ignored, their expectations are trivialised, and their welfare is relegated to the periphery of political consideration. The politician becomes ensconced in the comfort of office while the electorate languishes in disappointment. This is where political arrogance begins its dangerous metamorphosis into political alienation. The Politics of Electoral Deceptio...
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WHEN ARROGANCE DISGUISES ITSELF AS INTELLIGENCE

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There exists a peculiar form of intellectual arrogance in which an individual begins to perceive himself as the custodian of absolute knowledge —a self-appointed authority whose principal occupation is to interrogate everything, contradict everyone, and scrutinise every statement as though the universe had commissioned him to preside over the tribunal of human reasoning. Such behaviour is often mistaken for intelligence. It is not. Sometimes, it is merely egotism wearing the costume of intellectualism . There is nothing inherently wrong with asking questions. In fact, civilisation advances because courageous minds question assumptions, challenge dogmas, interrogate institutions, and demand evidence. But there is an enormous difference between intellectual inquiry and intellectual belligerence . A discerning mind asks questions because it seeks illumination. An arrogant mind asks questions because it seeks domination. The distinction is enormous. Some people have de...
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THE SAHEL'S BATTLE AGAINST RELIGIOUS EXTREMISM: WHY WEST AFRICA MUST CONFRONT VIOLENT RADICALISATION WITHOUT UNDERMINING RELIGIOUS FREEDOM

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The Sahel region is fighting for its future. Stretching across Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Chad and Cameroon, the region has become the epicentre of one of the world's deadliest insurgencies. Armed extremist groups such as Boko Haram, ISIS-West Africa Province (ISWAP), Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM) and other militant organisations continue to wage a brutal campaign of terror against innocent civilians. They attack villages, burn schools, bomb markets, kidnap women and children, assassinate traditional rulers, and massacre worshippers in churches and mosques. Their actions have displaced millions of people and crippled economic activities across the region. Perhaps the greatest tragedy is that these atrocities are often committed under the false banner of Islam—a religion that explicitly condemns the murder of innocent people. Burkina Faso's Tougher Position In recent years, Burkina Faso's military government under Captain Ibrahim ...
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ENGR. SHAMSUDDEEN BALA MUHAMMAD (DANGALADIMAN DUGURI): A GENERATION'S DEFINING EXAMPLE OF SELFLESS LEADERSHIP

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Leadership is not inherited by birth, purchased with wealth, or sustained by political influence. It is earned through character, strengthened by humility, and immortalized through service to humanity. In an age where many young people chase recognition before responsibility, Engr. Shamsuddeen Bala Muhammad (Dangaladiman Duguri) stands out as a rare and compelling exception—a young leader whose conduct, compassion, and unwavering commitment to human development continue to command attention across Bauchi State and Northern Nigeria. His story is not merely that of being the son of a sitting Governor; it is the story of a man who has deliberately chosen substance over status, service over self-interest, and impact over publicity. While many are known by their family name, Engr. Shamsuddeen is steadily building a reputation rooted in his own integrity, generosity, and steadfast dedication to the advancement of humanity. He represents a powerful model of leadership built on hum...
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TUKUICI 2027

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Why Senator Bala Muhammad Abdulkadir Kaura, Kauran Daular Usmaniyya, Deserves to Represent Bauchi South Senatorial District in 2027 Leadership is measured not by promises but by a proven record of service, competence, vision, and the ability to deliver meaningful results. By every reasonable measure, Senator Bala Muhammad Abdulkadir Kaura, Kauran Daular Usmaniyya, stands out to be the most qualified and experienced leaders to represent Bauchi South Senatorial District in the National Assembly in 2027. His distinguished public service career spans several decades. He rose through the ranks of the Federal Civil Service to become a Director, demonstrating professionalism, administrative competence, and a deep understanding of governance. He subsequently served with distinction as a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, where he earned a reputation as an eloquent, articulate, and courageous legislator who actively participated in debates and contributed meaningfully to na...
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