Why Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway (5), by Eric Teniola
This week continues the narrative on Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway. He joined the Bata Shoe Company in 1935 as a clerk. Through private study and determination, he qualified in 1942 as an accountant and was later appointed Chief Clerk in Lagos. He went on to become a deputy manager of the Sapele branch of the Bata […]
Awo’s reply to state of emergency in 1962
IN reply, the Leader of Opposition in the Federal Parliament, and Leader of the Action Group, Chief Obafemi Awolowo said: I beg to move the following Amendment to the Motion already proposed by the Prime Minister:
How Balewa declared state of emergency in the West in 1962
No responsible Government of the Federation could allow an explosive situation
Annulment: The last act
So far, none of those who annulled the election, have spoken on how the annulment came to be
Obasanjo’s grand strategy for national security (2)
The future of Nigeria and democracy in Nigeria depends on the commitment, dedication and personal sacrifice of all citizens, especially those appointed to protect her integrity
Obasanjo’s grand strategy for national security
By Eric Teniola MINDFUL of the need for National Security and with a Military background, President Olusegun Obasanjo (80) upon inauguration 18 years ago, in conjunction with his National Security Adviser, General Aliyu Mohammed Gusau (74) the “spy master” and his Chief of Staff, General Abdullahi Mohammed (78), produced a blue print for National Security. […]
