Soludo and the cow’s tail, by Valentine Obienyem
I must begin by offering a modest apology for repeatedly referencing Governor Charles Soludo in this reflection. It is not out of any desire to single him out for…
Trajectories of Obi’s associates and lessons for Bwala, others – by Valentine Obienyem
How did it come about that a wealthy trader-turned-governor, born in Onitsha in 1961, became one of the most influential political catalysts in the history of modern Nigeria? Much like…
The Nigerian Quintumvirate, by Valentine Obienyem
At one celebrated point in Roman history, politics achieved its most efficient form of chaos: the Triumvirate. This informal, world-altering arrangement saw Julius Caesar, Pompey, and Marcus Crassus share power…
Peter Obi quits ADC, blames toxic political environment, internal crisis
Former Anambra Governor, Mr. Peter Obi has announced his exit from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing worsening internal crises, external interference and growing hostility within party structures. He made…
Azu Ishiekwene’s mischievous essay on PeterObi, by Valentine Obienyem
In the morning of 26th of March, 2026, a man I hold in the highest regard sent me a WhatsApp message: “Azu shredding our man.” I immediately knew it…
Two revolutionary hinges: Obi and Sowore, by Valentine Obienyem
I first became aware of the exploits of Mr. Omoyele Sowore during his days as a student activist. At 54, I believe we belong to roughly the same generational…
Celebrating Dan Agbese, by Valentine Obienyem
The first time I heard of Newswatch magazine was in 1986. I was then in SS1. One of our auxiliary teachers who handled Literature-in-English, Mr. Job Okonkwo, walked quietly into…
Reno Omokri: The pathological liar, by Valentine Obienyem
I had to advise myself on the futility of replying to characters like Mr. Reno Omokri. The man has made a full-time career of shadowing Mr. Peter Obi and would…