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 […]
Flashpoint Imo guber
THE governorship election coming up next Tuesday harbours a number of flashpoints. Apart from Kaduna and Kano, the contest in Kwara will determine whether it is still Dr Olusola Saraki or Dr Bukola Olusola Saraki or even Senator Ahmed Tinubu who will be the new godfather.
Journey to Otuoke
EXACTLY four years ago, I wrote a travelogue with the title: “Journey to Katsina”. I was in the state that was billed to produce the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria after the 2007 presidential election.
OBJ’s laughter stops in mid-cackle
I DEY laugh o!” Former president, Olusegun Obasanjo used this expression to scorn his political enemies in the build-up to the general election. When on Friday November 6, 2010 his estranged former deputy, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, emerged as the consensus candidate of the Northern Political Leaders Forum (NPLF) to face President Goodluck Jonathan for the presidential ticket of the Peoples Democratic Party,PDP, OBJ mocked him.
Jega, our brand new problem
WHEN on June 8, 2010 President Goodluck Jonathan appointed Professor Attahiru Jega as the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) there was a near universal acclamation of the pick.
Just before the polls (2)
WE are still exploring matters arising as we rev up for the next round of the general elections 2011. Today, I want to examine issues surrounding the presidential debates, the decision of the Federal Government to deploy the Army to help maintain law and order during the elections and the controversy surrounding whether voters should vote and go or stay to witness the vote counting.
