Right-sizing the map of Africa
The United Nations General Assembly has, for the first time, formally endorsed a global shift away from the centuries-old Mercator map in favour of projections that show Africa—and other equatorial regions—in their true relative size. This “Correct the Map” resolution, spearheaded by Togo on behalf of the African Group and backed by the African Union, […]
Hope for justice for Ige, Dikibo
It is with great delight that we join millions of well-meaning Nigerians to applaud the reported decision by the Federal Government to reopen some of the most painful unsolved murders in our history.
Stop fighting, leave the courts to decide
The war of words between the Presidency and leadership of the Senate is yet another eruption in the frosty relationship between the executive and the legislative branches of government since the inception of President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration.
British Premier May’s delicate burdens
British democracy has been displaying its brilliant colours for those who have eyes – especially developing democracies like ours – to see. Following the Thursday, June 23, 2016 vote by the electorate to leave the European Union in the Brexit/Bremain referendum by 52% to 48% former Premier, David Cameron, offered to quit in October 2016, having led his government to a major defeat.
We need peace in Niger Delta
Like most well-meaning Nigerians, we are worried at the upshoot of violent activities in the Niger Delta.
Wanted: Justice for retired senior army officers
On June 10, 2016, Nigerian Army Spokesman, Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman, informed Nigerians that thirty eight senior army officers were retired based on “service exigencies”.
