Badejo-Okusanya Takes Over as 33rd NBA President

Law & JusticeNewsNigeriaBadejo-Okusanya Takes Over as 33rd NBA President

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)August 29, 2026

Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya, has assumed office as the 33rd President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), becoming the first woman to be directly elected to lead the association. Badejo-Okusanya was sworn in on Friday in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, at a ceremony attended by senior members of the Bar and Bench and other dignitaries. Her predecessor, Afam Osigwe, SAN, administered the oath of office and formally handed over the association’s leadership...

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One Nation, Many Gateways: Why Nigeria Needs Seaports in the Southeast

ColumnsNational SecurityNigeriaOpinionOne Nation, Many Gateways: Why Nigeria Needs Seaports in the Southeast

PilotnewsAugust 10, 20261

“It is imperative to pursue bold policy choices” —Dr. Declan Onwudiwe I would argue that a country as large and ambitious as Nigeria cannot afford to route most of its maritime commerce through a single gateway. Therefore, Nigeria needs to build modern seaports in southeastern Nigeria, not as an act of regional favoritism but as a national economic imperative. New ports would reduce logistics costs, ease congestion in Lagos, attract investment, stimulate manufacturing, create jobs,...

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Drop ‘Barrister’ Prefix, CJN Directs Lawyers

Law & JusticeNewsNigeriaDrop ‘Barrister’ Prefix, CJN Directs Lawyers

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)August 1, 20261

The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has directed lawyers and court officials to stop using the title “Barrister” as a prefix to their names in all official engagements with the Supreme Court, describing the practice as inconsistent with the professionalism expected at the apex court. The directive was contained in a memorandum dated 13 July 2026, and addressed to litigation staff, legal practitioners, court registrars and lawyers. The memo, signed by the...

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Benue State Chief Judge Warns Magistrates Against Corrupt Practices 

Law & JusticeNewsNigeriaBenue State Chief Judge Warns Magistrates Against Corrupt Practices 

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)July 18, 2026

The Chief Judge of Benue State, Hon. Justice Maurice Ikpambese, has cautioned magistrates in the state against all forms of corruption, warning that judicial misconduct extends beyond the acceptance of bribes to include any actions capable of undermining public confidence in the administration of justice. Justice Ikpambese gave the warning on Friday during a strategic meeting with magistrates held at High CoMakurdiurt 1, High Court of Justice Headquarters, Makurdi, warned that judicial misconduct extends beyond...

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Nigeria’s Security Crisis and the Reestablishment of Indigenous Metallurgical Capacity

ColumnsNational SecurityNigeriaOpinionNigeria’s Security Crisis and the Reestablishment of Indigenous Metallurgical Capacity

PilotnewsJuly 3, 20261

“Nigeria’s challenge is not capability, but the courage to reclaim its indigenous defense legacy” —Dr. Declan Onwudiwe Nigeria’s escalating insecurity, manifested in terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and rural violence, has exposed a troubling reality: Africa’s most populous nation remains heavily dependent on foreign arms for its security. Yet Nigeria once possessed extensive indigenous metallurgical and weapons-production capabilities. Reviving that capacity, under strict regulation and state oversight, may be one of the country’s most overlooked security options....

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The Devastation of Insurgency: Nigeria Cannot Kill Its Way Out of Insecurity

ColumnsNational SecurityNigeriaOpinionThe Devastation of Insurgency: Nigeria Cannot Kill Its Way Out of Insecurity

PilotnewsMay 23, 2026

“Insecurity persists not only because armed groups are present but also because the state is often absent” —Dr. Declan Onwudiwe Nigeria cannot kill its way out of insecurity. While military victories may win battles, only legitimacy, governance, and economic opportunity can secure lasting peace. Across the country, persistent violence, characterized by impunity and a tragic disregard for human life, has exposed the limits of a force-only approach. The time has come for a more sweeping...

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Igbo Progressivism: Reality of Nigeria’s Untapped Security Advantage

ColumnsNational SecurityNigeriaOpinionIgbo Progressivism: Reality of Nigeria’s Untapped Security Advantage

PilotnewsMay 18, 2026

“Calling Igbo dynamism destabilizing weakens its strategic value,” —Dr. Declan Onwudiwe Nigeria’s greatest security vulnerability is internal: the persistent underutilization of the innovative and resilient Igbo ethnic group in the southeastern region, whose progressivism holds untapped strategic potential. Nigeria has not fully recognized the strategic value of Igbo progressivism. This can advance national development and security. Progressivism here means innovation, adaptability, merit-based advancement, and decentralized problem-solving. These traits have shaped Igbo socio-economic organization. If added...

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Chief of Defence Staff Singles Out States Responsible For Terrorism In NE

Law & JusticeNewsNigeriaChief of Defence Staff Singles Out States Responsible For Terrorism In NE

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)March 19, 2026

Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, has alleged that the bulk of people perpetuating terrorism in the Northeast region are from Borno and Yobe States. The CDS made the allegations on Wednesday while speaking to journalists upon arrival in Borno State following multiple bombings in the state a few days ago, maintained that the people of Borno and Yobe States must take ownership of the problem to end the menace. General Oluyede said:...

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Police Boss In Plateau Meets With Islamic Movement Leaders To Avert Protest

Law & JusticeNewsNigeriaPolice Boss In Plateau Meets With Islamic Movement Leaders To Avert Protest

Hassan Umar Shallpella (Regional Correspondent)March 7, 2026

To nip in a bud, rumours of a planned protest in Plateau State in the wake of war between US-Israel and Iran, the Plateau state Commissioner of Police, Bassey Ewah has met with leaders of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria at the Command Headquarters in Jos. The meeting followed a voice note circulating on social media that violent protests would erupt in the city today Friday, March 6, 2026. Ewah reassured residents that the command...

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US Plans to Deploy 200 Troops to Nigeria for Training, Intelligence Support

National SecurityNewsNigeriaUS Plans to Deploy 200 Troops to Nigeria for Training, Intelligence Support

By Ezinwanne Onwuka (Senior Reporter)February 11, 20261

The United States is planning to deploy about 200 additional troops to Nigeria to deepen security cooperation and support the country’s fight against insurgency and banditry, according to a report by The New York Times. The proposed deployment would add to the small team of American military personnel already in Nigeria, providing specialised support to local forces. Officials say the troops are expected to focus on training, intelligence sharing and technical assistance, and will not...

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