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”Not Yet Uhuru”, by Patrick Omorodion

Uhuru, a Swahili word which means “freedom or independence” was popularized by Kenyan nationalist and leader Oginga Odinga who used it in the title of his 1967 autobiography, “Not Yet Uhuru “. The phrase was used to express the fact that “a long-fought struggle or goal is incomplete, even if nominal independence or a milestone […]
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A Broadband Roundtable gives hope for fresh investment and opportunities, by Okoh Aihe

On a day that the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, called a roundtable on broadband with the various industry stakeholders, I couldn’t be there but was connected virtually through the same technology that was enjoying appreciable focus and some kind of understandable admiration because of its near infinite possibilities.  I had to demonstrate that the future of […]

How the Igbo should respond to the demolitions in Lagos, by Rotimi Fasan

In this concluding part of last week’s discussion, I continue from where I stopped by noting that the moment traders from other markets in Lagos were relocated to the Trade Fair Complex, from then was the vision that animated the establishment of the Complex corrupted. The influx of traders from different markets in Lagos signaled its […]

INEC Chairman, by Hakeem Baba-Ahmed

“None of us is as smart as all of us.”-–  Ken Blanchard Last week, the Council of State, a constitutional body whose advice the Nigerian President is not compelled to accept, endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s nomination of Professor J.O. Amupitan from Kogi State as the next Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC. The Senate […]

Beneath the surface, by Dakuku Peterside

Beneath the surface is where the real story lives. Headlines, viral clips, social chatter, and quarterly numbers show only the tip; underneath lie the forces that shape public life—motives, systems, identities, and the quiet routines of every day. Looking deeper is not mysticism; it is a practical method that links facts to understanding and understanding to […]

The supreme powers of the President(8), by Eric Teniola

From last week concludes the narrative with the report of the Sub-committee on the Executive and Legislature of the Constitution Drafting Committee of 1975.The report defined how the powers of the Nigerian President could be operated. Their report is as follows: “In the deliberations of the Sub-Committee, what has been uppermost in our minds is how […]

Beautiful nonsense as governance, by Owei Lakemfa

Senate President Godswill Akpabio issued a very powerful statement to the world on October 11, 2025, titled “The Trials and Triumphs of a Resilient Nigeria’s 10th Senate.” He vowed   that: “The Senate cannot and will not be held hostage by the disruptive instincts of any of its members.” He declared: “Democracy thrives only when its institutions […]

Jonathan as Tinubu’s toughest challenger, by Dele Sobowale

‘2027: Jonathan Weighs ADC Option Amid Comeback Reports’ – News Report, October 5, 2025. “All political parties die at last of swallowing their own lies” – Dr John Arbuthnot, 1667-1735. Former President Jonathan is the toughest opponent President Tinubu can face in 2027. The other leading contenders have serious problems deciding who will be presidential or […]

Certificate scandal: Minister’s resignation not enough! By Tonnie Iredia

The uproar generated by the allegation that Uche Nnaji, Nigeria’s immediate past Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology forged both his degree and NYSC certificates has simmered considerably following the Minister’s resignation. But why he resigned is not clear. Did he resign because he was weighed down by the enormity of the scandal? Could it be […]

Down to the wire, by Patrick Omorodion

The Bible tells us in Luke 21:19 that “By your endurance you will win your lives”. It explains the importance of perseverance and enduring spirit in overcoming life’s challenges. When you are faced with life’s challenges and you decide to face the challenge headlong without chickening out, you are bound to succeed. It may be […]

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