On January 10, 2025, Jordan Wike, son of the FCT Minister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, graduated with a master's degree in law from Queen Mary University, London. This event has sparked criticism from various politicians, including Omoyele Sowore and citizen Dayo Adegoke, who have raised concerns about the financial implications of sending Nigerian students abroad for education. They estimate that Nigerian families spend approximately $250 million annually on foreign education, which totals around $1.25 billion over five years. This situation has prompted discussions about the urgent need for investment in local universities to enhance their quality and accessibility, thereby reducing the financial outflow associated with foreign education. The article also touches on broader governance issues, including debates surrounding the Ohanaeze presidency from Rivers State and the recent controversial appointment of Malian coach Eric Chelle for Nigeria's Super Eagles. Additionally, it highlights the historical significance of the Panama Canal, completed in 1914, which plays a crucial role in global trade, with over 14,000 ships transiting through it in 2021. [13fb66b2]