Nigeria, my heartbreaking age mate, by Donu Kogbara
Nigeria cast aside the shackles of colonialism and became an independent nation exactly 66 years ago. I am also 66; and as I have pointed out to anyone who will listen to me on every single October lst in recent decades, neither I nor the land of my ancestors are getting any younger or stronger. […]
Christmas prayers
DURING this season of goodwill, let those of us who are luckier than most remember the millions in Nigeria and across the globe who will suffer or die during this festive season and won’t enjoy special meals or receive nice Christmas gifts.
Our local govt problem: Responses
Two weeks ago, I a) praised the accessible, conscientious elected councillors and civil servants who run the well-organised and enlightened British local government area I stay in when I’m in London…and b) complained about the many shortcomings of their Nigerian counterparts.
A tragic anniversary
The school term had just ended and they were excitedly heading towards their homes to take deserved breaks from academic work and celebrate Christmas.
Lousy Naija LGAs
I DIVIDE my time between Nigeria and the UK and I am based in a small rented house in South London when I am abroad. And I never cease to marvel at the ENORMOUS difference between local government authorities here and there.
Tackling corruption: An update
DURING his recent visit to Tehran, President Muhammadu Buhari had an interactive session with members of the Nigerian community in Iran and told them that some former government officials are voluntarily returning public funds they acquired illegally.
