Peter Obi: You can change Nigeria in 4 years, I’m committed to one term, can even sign legally binding affidavit
"The primary responsibility of any government is the protection of lives and properties... insecurity cannot be solved by military force alone"
I owe duty to Abians, not any individual
CHIEF Theodore Orji is the governor of Abia State. In this interview, he spoke on issues affecting the state, his battle with the opposition and 2011. Excerpts:
Imo: Example of good governance at grassroot
Executive Governor of Imo State Chief Ikedi Ohakim must be commended for his wise appointment of Barrister Enyinna Onuegbu as Sole Administrator of Ngor Okpala Local Government Area and Prince Collins Enwere as Coordinator for Ngor-Okpala South Local Government Development Area.
Can vacuum created by Rimi’s death be filled?
There is no doubt the sudden demise of the late Alhaji Muhammadu Abubakar Rimi, a renowned vocal northern political icon, and a former disciple of late Mallam Aminu Kano has created yet another irreplaceable vacuum in Kano politics and the nation at large.
Nigeria may collapse unless politics is about service, says Prof Utomi
Prof. Pat Utomi remains one of the best cerebral minds to emerge from this part of the world and his contributions to public discourse are always illuminating as can be seen in this interview with the Vanguard newspaper on issues ranging from Niger Delta crisis to power struggle in the presidency and poverty in Nigeria. Excerpts:
OSHIOMHOLE @ 57:I never thought I could be governor
Governor Adams Aliyu Oshiomhole of Edo State turns 57 today. In this interview with Sunday Vanguard conducted at his Iyanmu country home, also known as Camp David, he gives an insight into his upbringing and life, first as a labour leader, and now as politician. He also gives his views on the planned electoral reforms, the genesis of his crisis with the former chairman of the PDP Board of Trustees, Chief Tony Anenih, and other national issues. Excerpts:
