INEC and the road to 2027
By Ayo Ododo There are probably few jobs in Nigeria more thankless than conducting an election. The winner thinks he won because the people loved him. The loser is often convinced he lost because somebody somewhere tampered with the process. Between the two stands the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), praised by one side, condemned […]
UPU: Urhobo ancestors are in tears
We must spring to our feet and find the granite will to bring light to shine over this looming darkness and restore Urhobo dignity and pride
That Catholic Church protest and Implications for Buhari’s presidency
On Tuesday, May 22, 2018, the Catholic Church for the very first time in her history in Nigeria took to the streets in a nationwide peaceful protest against the incessant killing of Nigerians by a killer group widely suspected to be Fulani herdsmen terrorists.
Shina Peters at 60: A life in music
I consider it a great privilege to count Shina Peters, the Afro-Juju maestro, who turns 60 this week, as one of my friends and brothers. Dele Momodu has already penned a short tribute in his honour and a committee of friends is planning a day of tributes to coincide with his birthday on May 30.
Going mobile for better Learning
“Once upon a time”, those were the words that ushered children into the vast world of learning. They would crouch around an older person who told them stories, games, and riddles. After this, they learnt to bend down and scribble on the ground. Then came slates or walls written on with charcoal.
The judiciary, the fight against corruption and the democratic process
The Federal Government has assured that it will complete the ongoing N34 billion Obehia-Akwete Azumini-Ukanafun highway dualization projects in Abia and Akwa States.
