Category: Opinion

The calls for a new constitution for Nigeria have become increasingly strident. The 1999 Constitution is a military-imposed document, so its piecemeal amendment by the National Assembly will do little to capture the true aspirations of citizens. In reality, the country operates a unitary constitution garbed in the borrowed robes of federalism. A true federal […]

Governor Peter Mbah’s defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress on October 14 is the latest mockery of democratic ethos and conspiracy against the people’s mandate. Mbah rode to power in 2023 under the umbrella of the Peoples Democratic Party, only to jump ship midstream. Justifying his political adventure, the Enugu governor said, “I think […]

By Abimbola Adelakun Some reports emanating from Nigeria succinctly tell a story of how the multi-level dysfunction that affects the country can converge on individuals. Figures are one thing, but stories give flesh to the bare bones of statistics. According to recent reports, a pregnant woman in Rivers State had unfortunately died about a year […]

By Abraham Ogbodo The Best President Nigeria Never Had. That title exists and it belongs to one man. He is Late Chief Obafemi Awolowo. The opposite, that is, the Worst President Nigeria Never Had, has been elusive. That title does not exist. The country has a way of giving the worst a chance to spread […]

By David Akinadewo-Adekahunsi For decades, the struggle for reliable electricity supply has shaped the daily experience of residents across Ondo State. In recent weeks, however, that struggle has taken a darker turn, one marked by secrecy, exploitation, and a growing sense of betrayal. The Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC), responsible for supplying power across the […]

By Tunde Odesola The life of Nagudu paints, in vivid colours of fire, the state of Nigerian journalism. Who is Nagudu, by the way? Nagudu is the black-bellied, fire-eating iron cauldron that cleans up after others. Nagudu sits in the fire, taking the heat so others may have food to eat. He swallows flame, exhales […]

By Abimbola Adelakun The Defence Headquarters officially disproved the story of a planned coup in Nigeria, but that has not made it any less believable. The cancellation of Independence Day activities to opt for a “low-key” celebration, which excuses the President from appearing in public, suggests that the media reports might be on to something. […]

By Reuben Abati Yesterday was October 20, the fifth anniversary of the Lekki Toll Gate Massacre, aftermath of the #EndSARS youth protest in Lagos. Scores of young persons were reportedly killed, maimed, made to inhale tear gas, or jump into the Lagoon and till date there has been no full closure on that event, despite […]

File: Nigeria Military troops Facing severe economic challenges and rising social discontent, the last thing Nigeria needs is the resurgence of military rule. On October 4, the military high command issued a terse statement announcing the detention of 16 officers over a vague “security breach”. The authorities were quick to dismiss any insinuations of a […]