Issues and Perspectives

In the realm of Nigerian politics, few figures have generated as much controversy and frustration as Femi Adesina, former Spokesperson to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari. His recent endeavors to rewrite his narrative and distance himself from his role as a mouthpiece for the Buhari administration demand our scrutiny. It is imperative that we hold him accountable and, in the process, send …

Much as I cherish the American Constitution as the gold standard and the 8th Wonder of the World, I am now convinced it has long become the Archilles foot of the American Presidential System.No wonder that Nigeria my country which has plagiarized it,has been wise enough to expunge that provision from her own adulterated version of the American Constitution.The Nigerian …

A new unstoppable wave and phenomenon of Christian Domination of Yoruba Culture and Institutional Monarchy started by Oba Olubadan Akinyele of the CAC has permeated Oodua Republic with the appointment of Oonirisa Babatunde Eniitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja the Second of Ile Ife. the cradle of Yoruba Civilization and the new Soun of Ogbomosho in Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye and the possible …

Sen. Ibrahim M. Ida, Ph.D., CON (Wazirin Katsina)In 2002, and for the presidential primary election leading to the 2003 presidential election, I was the secretary to the PDP Presidential Primary Election Panel, with Chief Tom Ikimi as the Chairman. It was, as Charles Dickens had said in the TALE OF TWO CITIES, “It was the best of times; it was …

Dr. Bisi OlawunmiThe Presidency on September 2, 2023 announced world-wide recall of Nigerian ambassadors in its diplomatic missions, except for those at the United Nations in New York and Geneva. Presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, who announced this, said the two UN ambassadors were excluded to allow them prepare for the president’s attendance at the UN General Assembly ( UNGA ) …

Charity has been part of human culture for thousands of years. There are numerous instances of charitable acts in ancient civilizations dating back as fast as 2500 BCE ( or 4,500 years ago), which was around the time the Egyptians were building the pyramidsToday, 5th September, was designated by the General Assembly of the United Nations as International Day of …

Chidi EkehIn recent years, Africa has witnessed an unsettling resurgence of military coups, with West and Central African countries finding themselves engulfed in political turmoil and economic uncertainty. The frequency of these coups has spiked, highlighting a concerning trend that threatens the stability and well-being of the continent. While it is true that maladministration by democratically elected leaders has, in …

In the grand theater of governance, where decisions shape the destiny of a nation, the National Economic Council (NEC) has recently taken center stage, dishing out a spectacle of epic proportions. Prepare yourselves, fellow citizens, for a rollercoaster of ludicrous measures and baffling initiatives, as we dissect the baffling ballet that has unfolded on the national stage.Imagine, if you will, …

Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s federal government of Nigeria is rearing to go to war in Niger Republic. Is history repeating itself ? Twelve years ago, in 2011, Nigeria was similarly bullish about going to war in Ivory Coast over the presidential election dispute in that country. That time, President Goodluck Jonathan was the chairman of Economic Community of West African States …

Subject: Urgent Appeal for Restraint and Dialogue in Niger Republic. By Chidi EkehAs concerned citizens and advocates for peace, democracy, and the rule of law in Africa, we write this open letter with heavy hearts, reflecting on the recent events that have transpired in Niger Republic. The military coup on July 28, 2023, which saw the democratically elected leader, Mohamed …