Obaseki, best man for Edo State gov
History plays a role and shapes our future. Today, I share with you my interactions with the two leading candidates…
Ondo 2016: The case for competence
Politics is in the air again, and in one of the most politically and intellectually enlightened states of the federation.…
Why Nigeria is drowning in quagmire of poverty
It is not the structure of Nigeria that is responsible for the misery in the land. Rather it is the…
Unions as threat to varsity development
T HOSE who contend that Nigeria is a country of impunity certainly know what they are saying. From the crowded…
Kumuyi: The missing link in national development
There is a small but vocal circle of Nigerians who do not believe that their country needs more of the…
Low power supply: Looking beyond scapegoating
N OT a few Nigerians have expressed dissatisfaction with the current performance of the power sector under the ministerial stewardship…
A case for special courts
That the judiciary system has failed Nigerians in more ways than one is more than an established and immutable fact.…
Of budget padding and fumbling diplomats
M ANY thanks to our over-pampered federal legislators, this past week, we got a good serving of comic reliefs from…
Waging a new war against indiscipline
Nigeria is not a democratic country. Although generally described as a democracy, Nigeria is, in reality, an anocracy. An anocracy…
Remembering Princess Eyinade Omidiora
THE sonnets of William Shakespeare says: “Farewell thou art too dear for my possessing, And like enough thou know” at…
Lagos: In support of neighbourhood corps
There is no gainsaying that security is the most fundamental need of human beings. A disturbed mind results in a…
NASS: Still a misunderstood institution?
Last week, after the National Assembly adjourned to commence its annual recess in compliance with the provision of Section 60…
EDO: These legacies must be sustained
EDO State readily crosses the mind each time the failure and success of governance at state level in Nigeria are…
Nigeria’s third Mahdi and the last of the Amalekite kings
Forgive me for my curious silence over the last few months but this was due to circumstances beyond my control. …
Why Nigeria is drowning in quagmire of poverty
It is not the structure of Nigeria that is responsible for the misery in the land. Rather it is the…
In defence of Gov Ayo Fayose
Let me state inter alia, that everything written here is my personal opinion and after that, anybody willing to draw…
FG /Niger Delta militants: Before the talks begin
P RESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari’s confirmation that his administration was talking to Niger Delta militants would have been a positive step…
Consolidating Nigeria-AU ties
Upon gaining independence in 1960, Nigeria quickly committed itself to improving the lives of the people of the country and…
Akpabio: Leading the opposition for national unity
IT is not about going around trying to stir up trouble. As long as you’re honest and articulate in what…
Babatunde Edu: A great soul departs
Death, the ultimate end of all mortal has struck again. This time, taking along a man of beautiful spirit, humility…
