Nigeria is in a class of its own. Other countries may talk of “winner takes all”, but in Nigeria the standing maxim is “rigger takes.” If you don’t agree with me, go to court! If any bloke raises further doubts,…
Are those opposed to state police putting our lives at risk? — Magnus Onyibe
Since 1999, as insecurity in Nigeria has surged dramatically, federal and state governments have been divided over whether to maintain the current central policing system or shift to a state/local policing model. In February 2024, President Bola Tinubu and the…
Nigeria @ 64: A dangerous one-party diabolism — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu
The one-party phenomenon that ruined many African countries in the past is being regurgitated in modern-day Nigeria. It’s so obvious that gruesome tragedy is brewing all over the land that used to advertise itself as the Giant of Africa. Nigeria…
*We have arrested 97 Shiites over attack on officers in Abuja – Police (DailyTrust)*Car thief caught disassembling Toyota Yaris for parts in Lagos (Punch)
We have arrested 97 Shiites over attack on officers in Abuja – Police (DailyTrust) The Nigeria Police Force said it has detained 97 members of the proscribed Islamic Movement of Nigeria (IMN), known as the Shi’ite group, for prosecution, following…
Dictatorship of democracy — Uzor Maxim Uzoatu
Democracy has become a game of blackmail in Nigeria. It is only in Nigeria that some characters are making the mad magic of believing that there can ever be democracy without the presence of democrats. It does appear that the…
Obasanjo reacts to claim his father is Igbo (Punch)*Okada riders responsible for attack on BRT bus — Lagos police (Punch)
‘It just makes me laugh,’ Obasanjo reacts to claim his father is Igbo (Punch) Former President Olusegun Obasanjo for the first time reacted to the claim of his Igbo paternity, declaring that such insinuation makes him laugh. This is just…
Purposeful leadership, teamwork ‘ll drive positive devt in Nigeria – Obasanjo
Former President of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, on Friday identified purposeful leadership and teamwork, as factors that can bring positive change and development to the country. Obasanjo, also noted that Nigeria, as a nation, cannot progress without changes in the…
Protests: Issues around the issues — Magnus Onyibe
Five years ago, on October 11, when Nigeria celebrated its 59th anniversary, I wrote a piece titled “The Call for a National War on Poverty,” which was published in Thisday newspaper and several other traditional and online news platforms. The…
*How Dangote Refinery could be frustrated by Nigerian cabals — Obasanjo (Sun)*Protest: It’s shameful to attack mosques, churches – Defense Chief (Vanguard)
How Dangote Refinery could be frustrated by Nigerian cabals — Obasanjo (Sun) Nigeria’s former President Olusegun Obasanjo has stated how cabals in the nation’s oil and gas sector could frustrate the $20 billion Dangote Refinery being the sole beneficiary of…
Bankers’ Committee unveils stunning transformation of National Theatre
The National Theatre in Lagos is undergoing a remarkable transformation, thanks to the intervention of the Bankers’ Committee. The iconic cultural landmark is being revived to its former glory and beyond, with the aim of creating a world-class creative and…