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Obi, Makinde and hurdles against opposition coalition

Obi, Makinde and hurdles against opposition coalition

By TUNDE RAHMAN  A fresh thaw in relations between National Democratic Congress presidential candidate Mr Peter Obi and Oyo State Governor Mr Seyi Makinde is fueling renewed talk of a possible opposition coalition to challenge President Bola Tinubu in 2027. The two leaders, who were on opposite sides during the 2023 election cycle, were seen […]
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1885 and 1985: Nigeria can still fail (2)

1885 and 1985: Nigeria can still fail (2)

SUCCESSIVE Federal governments have been sustained on a tripod of Deceit, Denial, and Delusion(3Ds). A philosophy that has undermined all the fundamentals of good government and governance viz.- National Planning, Economic Resources management, National Security, Education etc. etc.

Let’s embrace merit for once

Let’s embrace merit for once

A COUNTRY that does not embrace merit in carrying out its affairs will never get out of the starting blocks. The examples are too numerous to mention. In Mao Tse-tung’s China, children were separated from their biological parents to avoid issues related to sentiments, where is China today? At the top.

Few Things to Know About the US Election​ ​​

Few Things to Know About the US Election​ ​​

The most notable thing about the US presidential election for most anyone not living in America is just how long the campaign runs. We end up calling it “election season” because it goes on for so long. The first person to announce their candidacy this cycle was Ted Cruz on March 23, 2015. Election day is November 8, 2016. Yes, they campaign for president for long past a year before America votes. The system is broken down into basic two parts – the Primary and the General Election. The Primary comes first and that is when each of the political parties holds contests in each of the 50 states to select the party’s nominee for president. The final primary this cycle was held near the beginning of June.

Why TSA deserves a fighting chance

Why TSA deserves a fighting chance

The Nigerian economy is in the doldrums. Hardly anyone needs to be reminded that the prices of foodstuff and other basic necessities have literally gone through the roof. Companies and businesses are folding up in droves, and the few existing ones either owe or short-pay staff just to remain afloat.