Peter Obi cannot be different from us
By JOHN ONWE This essay is inspired by a cartoon by a journalist called “Sergo”, published in the Catholic Diocese of Abakaliki’s newspaper, called Advocate, on page 4. The cartoon has an image named “Obi” standing in the centre of a group of four men who were labelled variously as “Presidency”, “EFCC”, the “Police” and […]
Sapele Crisis: Again, Dafinone emerges as resolute voice for Urhobo interest
By Akpos Oghentega In the unfolding leadership crisis in Sapele-Okpe Community, one figure has again emerged as a decisive and influential voice for the Urhobo Nation — Senator Ede Dafinone, who represents Delta Central Senatorial District. Many observers say his quiet but firm intervention played a pivotal role in the decision by the His Royal […]
From Founder-Led to Institution-Led: The hard transition African businesses must make
By Dr. Cornelius Collins Balogun Across Africa, the story of business growth is often inseparable from the story of the founder. Enterprises are built through personal sacrifice, relentless energy, and the force of an individual’s vision. Founders are not only owners; they are rainmakers, decision-makers, deal-closers, and problem-solvers. In many cases, this founder-led intensity is […]
Political science training and the non-academic career paths in perspective
One often hears in conversations such questions as, what can one do with Classics and Philosophy, or Sociology and Political Science?
Lagos 2027: President Tinubu’s litmus test
By TAYO WILLIAMS The time is ticking fast. Months are fast narrowing to weeks. It is 10 months to the 2027 general election. Yet, an eerie silence pervades the entire Lagos political landscape. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whose imprimatur will decide many political fates, is battling a different kind of headache far from his re-election challenge. […]
Food Security Challenge: Why cold chain infrastructure Is an investment Nigeria cannot ignore
By Opeoluwa Runsewe Nigeria’s food security conversation has traditionally focused on production volumes such as tonnes harvested, hectares cultivated and annual output growth. While these indicators matter, they do not fully capture the structural challenge facing Nigeria’s agricultural economy. A large share of food produced across the country never reaches consumers in good condition because […]
