So, who killed Abacha and Abiola? By Ochereome Nnanna
So much is touted about the “inviolability” of the sovereignty of nations under the United Nations Charter. It simply means that a nation’s entitlement to full control of its territory and affairs cannot be forcefully intruded upon by external powers. In practice, however, the amount of power a state projects determines its ability to defend its […]
One embarrassment too many, by Patrick Omorodion
The phrase ‘Sword of Democles’ is described as an impending doom, a situation where someone lives under the threat of a sudden, catastrophic event or danger. That is exactly what Nigeria sports is facing now. In exactly forty eight hours from today if nothing is done to clear the doubts of the Athletics Integrity Unit, […]
Nigeria’s insecurity: Whither state police? By Tonnie Iredia
Many scholars are agreed that in running large entities, be they companies or even countries, there is wisdom in embracing decentralization whereby decision-making powers are distributed across various levels. It stands to reason therefore that a large heterogeneous political entity such as Nigeria which is almost 4 times the size of the United Kingdom ought to […]
Beijing Plus 30 Women’s Summit, by Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi
On December 10th, Amandla Institute for Leadership and Policy Advancement, in collaboration with AWLN-Nigeria and Womanifesto, organised a Beijing plus 30 Women’s Summit in Abuja. The event brought together women from government, civil society and the private sector. The Summit featured conversations with women who attended the Beijing conference as well as younger women who are […]
To fathers everywhere. . ., by Stephanie Shaakaa
For many adults, the answer is tangled. Some feel resentment. Some feel nothing. Some feel love, but from a distance
Man like Senator Natasha, by Stephanie Shaakaa
There is something strange about Nigerian politics. Not the type you read in thrillers. The type you see every day. The mystery of the missing Senator”
