G100: Let our politicians be, by Tonnie Iredia
The popular belief in Nigeria today is that it was the emergence of one strong opposition political party that gave victory to the All Progressives Congress APC in the 2015 presidential election. Of course, whereas the coming together of many groups may have played a role in the outcome of the election, there is no […]
The Jonathan we know (2)
The President’s acceptability on face book when he was running for election has taken a downward dive. His praises have turned to curses; his acceptability has turned to rejection.
New social media, new social ills
It took me a while to jump on the new social media band wagon, Facebook, bb… as I speak to you I still do not operate a twitter account. Beyond the randomness and anonymity of it all what bothered me the most was the kind of havoc could,and often was,wreaked with a mere click of a few buttons.
Why ?
AT the time of writing, Mrs. Patience Jonathan is said to be in a German hospital, being treated for food poisoning.
STATE OF THE NATION: Some unresolved critical issues
Since the return of democracy in 1999, many commentators on Nigerian affairs have been harping on some issues, which need tackling to ensure and enjoy the fruit (dividends) of democracy. It has been observed that the efforts of any government, however genuine, might not be appreciated if the structure of the country is deficient.
Kano: Hope, renewal and scholarships
I SPENT last weekend in Kano. My intense love for the largest city in Northern Nigeria is well known by people very close to me.
