That we have postponed this question to this moment is a futile delay tactic, but it also signals the loss of these past ten years because it is a question that must be asked before we begin to practice democracy. And that question? What is Nigeria to me?

From this account, it appears that “the grace of God” is selective. Even after astronomy had evolved form astrology, people still believe that the configuration of stars bears special relevance to the quotidian details of human life here on earth.

There are so many advisers on every subject under the sun, and yet things are not working in the country. When people have cheated and battled their way to be declared winner at the polls, they forget fast what they’re supposed to be doing in that position. Why? They’re so busy chasing contracts and lining their pockets.

By Bisi Lawrence August 27, 1985. Enter Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, on the day Buhari received his marching orders.

Finally, no matter what you do, drink plenty of water and eat right. Water is very good for your system and for your skin. Make sure that your food is giving you the nutrients that you need. If you have access to goat milk and soya milk, I am told they are better than cow milk . Best of luck.