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 […]
Rule of law and social injustice in Akwa Ibom
By Udo Ibuot An obvious miscarriage of justice appears to be festering in our firmament. This flows from actions of some of our governors who are either poorly counselled or ignore sound counseling on the history and topography of some of their local government areas when making official declarations. This form of injustice appears to have […]
Reshaping Political Culture through Value-Based Leadership and Legislative Oversight
By Prof. Mannixs E. Paul, Ph.D. What’s happening in Rivers State—where a sitting, democratically elected governor has been suspended, and a second peace deal has only added to the uncertainty—raises serious questions that go far beyond local politics. It’s a troubling sign, a reminder that all is not well with the functioning of democracy in Nigeria. […]
2027: Obi’s one term in office is a personal ambition
By Henry Ikechukwu Ikoh As the race for the 2027 presidential election draws closer, the activities of the opposition is heating up the polity and distracting the process of smooth governance in the country. This is more worrisome considering the fact that the government of president Bola Ahmed Tinubu is barely two years in office […]
Beyond BVAS: Quiet reforms reshaping Nigeria’s elections
By Ezenwa Nwagwu Recently, there have been several conversations around the registration of new political parties by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the submission of letters of intent by associations seeking to be formally recognised. This moment, I believe, offers an important window to have a wider conversation about some of the changes […]
The illusion of Western superiority: How colonial mentality shapes Nigeria’s elite and youth
By STEPHEN AKANBI Nigeria is Africa’s most populous nation, blessed with a rich and diverse culture, tradition, human and material resources, and immense potential. Yet, despite these strengths, a troubling dysfunction persists among its educated class—colonial mentality. The legendary Fela Anikulapo Kuti captured this phenomenon in his music, highlighting the ingrained belief that the West—particularly the […]
