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 the worst…
The 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…
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 pyramids Today, 5th September, was designated by the General Assembly of the…
Chidi Ekeh In 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…
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…
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…
Subject: Urgent Appeal for Restraint and Dialogue in Niger Republic. By Chidi Ekeh As 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…
Introduction. In the dynamic landscape of Nigerian politics, the question of whether to retain the bicameral legislature has ignited vigorous debates. Some argue that the costs incurred are unjustifiable, while others claim that the intricate diversity of Nigeria demands a robust system of representation. As an expert essayist, I stand firmly in support of maintaining…
Nigerians have almost run out of patience. They have eagerly been anticipating the ‘big’ announcement. Who will make the list of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s new Ministers? The riddle, however, will soon be solved. In the next couple of days or perhaps, in less than three weeks from now. The Tinubu government has started on…
. A PAPER DELIVERED BY DR. OLUKAYODE ABRAHAM AJULO, OON, FCIArb.UK ON 15th JUNE, 2023 AT THE IBADAN 2023 NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF EGBE AMOFIN O’ODUA INTRODUCTIONAccording to Aristotle a Great Philosopher, “For man, when perfected, is the best of animals, but, when separated from law and justice, he is the worst of all; since armed…
