Defections and rumours of defections, by Monday Philips Ekpe
The increasing inter-party migrations in Nigeria are undermining democratic ideals and practices Bring it on, Nigerian politicians! What else can they do now to shock those who know…
Statistics do not cure hunger, by Ken Ugbechie
Akinwumi Adesina’s analysis of the nation’s economy was far-reaching and was not necessarily aimed at Tinubu’s government. It was a historical introspection on the degradation of Nigeria’s economy since Independence…
Remi and the Rivers women, by Abraham Ogbodo
Auntie Remi has not handled the matter of the protesting women of Rivers State with characteristic candour. From the details that I am getting, it is even a much…
Reclaiming the narrative: Adesina, truth, and the defense of accountability
By Umar Sani Nigeria is at a crucial juncture in its political and economic journey. Once buoyed by the promise of post-colonial growth, the country now grapples with poverty, inflation,…
Rationale for self-defence, by Monday Philips Ekpe
With Nigeria’s inadequate security, terrorised citizens should be fully authorised to protect themselves reasonably, argues Monday Philips Ekpe “I once asked you to rise and defend yourselves. I’m still repeating…
When life takes backstage, by Pius Mordi
In the past two months, Nigerians have seen two extremes in their national life. On the one hand, attacks and killings in Plateau and Benue states peaked in the past…
Mike Adenuga, the disruptor-in-chief and his 72 stars, by Ken Ugbechie
Otunba Mike Adenuga, the founder of Globacom, a wholly and truly Nigerian player in the African telecom space, remains an enigma and mystery too surreal to understand. An unpretentious recluse,…
The killings won’t stop, by Funke Egbemode
You can’t kill a cow. You can’t caution the herders. The farmers, tired of crying and bellyaching are fighting back. Herders are killing farmers. Farmers are killing herders. Governors are…
Blimey, opposition governors rooting for Tinubu’s reelection! – By Pius Mordi
There’s a shift in Nigerian politics of seismic proportion going on. As governance gives way to the politics of another electoral cycle in 2027 with many seeking reelection to their…
Nuhu Ribadu: A break from the past, by Jack Okude
The incumbent National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, is a busy man. It’s the demand of his office, especially at these times. Ribadu has a pedigree. A brilliant, fearless police officer….