‘I am the Governor’ – Ayedatiwa: Navigating classic hegemonic praxis and power-currency dynamics
To a realist, only power is currency; nothing else matters. In historic times, it was unmistakable: King Henry VIII of England ordered the beheadings of his close allies and principal advisors, Sir Thomas More and Thomas Cromwell.
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24+ articlesFitch’s positive outlook: Turning improved confidence into economic opportunity
Confidence can open investors’ wallets. But can it put more money in Nigerians’ pockets? That is the question Fitch raised by revising Nigeria’s sovereign credit outlook from Stable to Positive while retaining its B rating.
The Economist and the fallacy of overgeneralisation
The Economist’s October 1 article, “Nigerians dislike their president, but may re-elect him anyway,” is serious foreign correspondence and deserves to be treated as such. It makes valid observations about hardship, insecurity and Nigeria’s fragmented opposition. But its headline reaches a national conclusion that its reporting does not sufficiently establish: that Nigerians, collectively, “dislike” President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Asari Dokubo's pipeline contract claims and the stakes for Niger Delta security
Former Niger Delta militant Asari Dokubo is known for his outspoken views on issues affecting the Niger Delta. His recent comments on pipeline surveillance contracts, however, have generated considerable debate about the potential consequences of making unverified claims about sensitive security and economic arrangements.
21st-century demands vs 19th-century pay: The crisis facing Nigerian educators
Nigeria cannot continue to celebrate teachers on World Teachers’ Day while neglecting their welfare for the remaining 364 days. If the country genuinely wants an educated, productive, and globally competitive population, it must treat the people who produce that population as an investment, not an expense.
When TikTok meets law: What Madonna University nursing students' case teaches us
The incident raises an important legal question: to what extent can a university discipline a student for conduct displayed on social media, particularly where the conduct occurs within a clinical environment?
When a president fears press freedom
The President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, is once again at the centre of controversy over press freedom following his decision to bar three major news organisations—CNN, MS NOW and POLITICO—from the White House.
Tinubu calls it prosperity but Nigerians can barely afford to live
FACING REALITY BEYOND ASO ROCK: 2026 INDEPENDENCE DAY ADDRESS TO THE NATION BY ATIKU ABUBAKAR, PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE OF THE AFRICAN DEMOCRATIC CONGRESS (ADC)
Nigeria @66: Reconstructing a nation for enduring prosperity
The planned low-key Independence Day observance by the Presidency is, in my view, a fitting recognition of the mood of the nation. At a time when the expected gains of major interventions are yet to reach as many as desired, extravagance would hardly be appropriate.
Full Text: President Tinubu’s Independence Day address
FROM REFORM TO PROSPERITY: INDEPENDENCE DAY ADDRESS TO THE NATION BY HIS EXCELLENCY, PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, GCFR, 1ST OCTOBER 2026
President Tinubu's diplomatic hat-trick: Dignity in Luanda, destiny in Delhi, justice in New York
Senator Shettima completed one of the most consequential diplomatic shuttles by any Nigerian Vice President in recent history. Moving within three weeks from the Atlantic coast of Luanda to the power corridors of New Delhi and then to the global podium of New York, he carried one President's voice, one country's pride, and one continent's frustration. It was not just an outing; it was a statement about what intelligent loyalty looks like when it meets competence on the global stage.
Full Text: Netanyahu's fiery speech at 81st UNGA
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Thursday, with some delegates walking out of the chamber as he began his speech.
Full Text: Nigeria's address at 81st UNGA
President Bola Tinubu, who was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, reiterated Nigeria’s call for permanent representation on the Security Council of the UN.
Aig-Imoukhuede @60: Building a critical mass to transform Africa’s public sector , BY Tobe Nneli
As Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, CFR turns 60 today, much will rightly be said about his remarkable career in business, philanthropy, public service and family life. However, I want to focus on one idea that has animated an important part of his work
Paul C Nwabuikwu: Okonjo-Iweala's henchman, revolution, marijuana and other stories
By Omoyele Sowore Paul C Nwabuikwu, a longtime communications lieutenant of Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has written a lengthy piece in ThisDay attempting to explain why Nigerians supposedly do not take my presidential candidacy seriously.
COVID-19: Harsh Realities As The Days Go By
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