Electoral Act, 2026, Court Intervention and the Controversy Over “Status Quo” Orders

10 Apr 2026

Below are the provisions of Section 83 of the Electoral Act, 2026, recently signed into law. Particular attention is drawn to subsections (5) and (6), which were widely seen as deliberate safeguards introduced by legislators—politicians themselves—to protect political parties from being destabilised by excessive litigation and intrusive court orders. These provisions appear designed to prevent […]

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ADC Chairmanship Dispute: Why the Party’s Activities Remain Valid

03 Apr 2026

There is no provision in the Electoral Act that renders unlawful or invalidates the decisions of a political party’s organs—such as the NEC, NWC, or other bodies—on the basis that the “wrong” individual acted as chairman. Consequently, the dispute involving Gombe does not invalidate the African Democratic Congress (ADC) or make its activities unlawful. At […]

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History, Anger, and the Question That Really Matters: Where Are We Now?

30 Mar 2026

In recent times, there has been a surge in revisionist narratives about Black slavery and the colonization of Africa. For some, these discussions feel less like a pursuit of truth and more like an attempt to stir anger and reinforce a sense of victimhood. This reaction is understandable, especially when such conversations seem disconnected from […]

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Sarki Sparks Controversy Over Protest Warning in Nigeria

28 Mar 2026

A Nigerian media personality, Sarki, has ignited debate on social media after cautioning citizens against participating in protest movements allegedly promoted by influencers based outside the country. In a viral post, Sarki warned that Nigerians joining such protests risk being detained by security agencies, particularly the Department of State Services (DSS). He wrote: “Friendly advice: […]

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Building Respect Today: Lessons from History

27 Mar 2026

I have read so many revisionist views about black slavery and the colonization of Africa, and it makes me angry when people try to whip up resentment over events that happened centuries ago. Slavery was, and to some extent still is, a reality of human existence. The ancestors of every people on the planet were […]

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Minister of Power Apologises Over Nationwide Outages, Promises Improvement Within Two Weeks

26 Mar 2026

Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has issued a public apology to Nigerians over the persistent electricity outages affecting homes, schools, industries, and businesses across the country. The apology was delivered on Tuesday during a press briefing in Abuja, amid growing frustration over the unstable power supply, especially during the intense dry-season heat. “I want […]

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The Greatest Obstacle to Credible Elections in Nigeria: The Judiciary

25 Mar 2026

I have repeatedly argued that the greatest obstacle to a credible election process in Nigeria is the Nigerian Judiciary. This claim is not made lightly—it stems from my study of election law and my firsthand experience with the electoral process. IREV: From Transparency Tool to “Mere Viewing Center” The INEC Result Viewing Portal (IREV) was […]

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Inside Nigerian Banks: The Hidden Cost of Contract Staffing

24 Mar 2026

There is a dangerous silence in Nigeria—one that is deeply rooted inside many of our banks. Recently, a young woman shared her painful experience publicly, exposing what many insiders already know but are too afraid to say: thousands of young Nigerians are trapped in long-term contract roles within the banking system. These are not short-term […]

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The Judiciary: Nigeria’s Silent Destroyer of Democracy

19 Mar 2026

Who destroyed the PDP? We all know the answer—it is the Judiciary. Who destroyed the Labour Party? Again, the Judiciary. Who sabotaged the 2023 presidential election? Once more, the Judiciary. Politicians will always take their chances at political misbehavior. But the Judiciary, which postures as the guardian of justice, is the real disappointment. If the […]

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