Lagos vs Anambra: Debt, Savings, and the Politics of Governance Narratives

20 Jun 2026

Lagos State is not just a state in administrative terms—it is a megacity economy with population estimates exceeding 20 million people. This scale fundamentally shapes its fiscal reality. Infrastructure Pressure Lagos faces continuous demand for: road expansion and flyovers mass transit systems such as BRT and rail projects housing development flood control and drainage infrastructure […]

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“Show Me the Plan?” – Nigerian Sparks Debate Over Peter Obi’s Development Approach

19 Jun 2026

A Nigerian has sparked debate online after defending former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi against critics who repeatedly demand that he present a detailed development plan. According to the social media user, Obi had previously explained that he visited Indonesia and Egypt to study how the countries improved key sectors such as electricity, healthcare, […]

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INEC’s Power to Deregister Political Parties: A Constitutional Perspective

16 Jun 2026

Section 225A of the Constitution provides that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) shall have the power to deregister a political party under certain circumstances, including breach of registration requirements, failure to secure a prescribed percentage of votes in presidential or governorship elections, or failure to win specified elective offices. While these provisions have been […]

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Understanding Peter Obi’s Mentorship Model and Why Obidients Must Be Patient

15 Jun 2026

There are many followers of Peter Obi who do not fully understand his approach to leadership and mentorship. Obi’s model is not built around handpicking loyalists for elective positions or manipulating political processes to guarantee their success. Rather, it is about blazing a trail for others to follow through personal example, integrity, and competence. This […]

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“Nigeria Has Been Overrun by Bandits” — Strong Critique of Corruption and Governance

11 Jun 2026

A commentator has painted a bleak picture of Nigeria’s current state, arguing that corruption has become so deeply entrenched that it now defines the country’s institutions and leadership. Drawing a comparison with Western movies, the writer described a situation where bandits invade and take control of a town, imposing heavy taxes on residents while enriching […]

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Sharia Criminal Justice in Northern Nigeria: The Results Speak for Themselves

05 Jun 2026

Since Ahmed Sani Yerima introduced Sharia criminal justice into Zamfara State in October 1999, despite widespread constitutional controversy, the key question has always been simple: what have been the results? A criminal justice system should improve law and order, strengthen peace, deter crime, and enhance the security of lives and property. These are the standards […]

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Gowon, the First Shot, and Nigeria’s Unhealed Wound

02 Jun 2026

I blame General Yakubu Gowon for many of Nigeria’s enduring woes. In my view, the burden of that responsibility will follow him to his grave. He fired the first shot in a conflict whose consequences continue to haunt the nation. Forget, for a moment, what came before and what followed after. Nigeria today appears to […]

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Why Nigeria Needs Inclusive Leadership Beyond Ethnic Politics

28 May 2026

I still maintain that it was politically unwise for Goodluck Jonathan to contest the 2015 presidential election. The only realistic way to stop the rise of Muhammadu Buhari at the time was for the People’s Democratic Party to unite behind a strong Northern candidate. The warning signs were already visible, but they were ignored. Now […]

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Lawmakers Trapped by Electoral Laws They Created

22 May 2026

Nigeria’s Constitution only requires that a candidate seeking elective office be sponsored by a political party. It does not specify how long such a person must have belonged to that party before emerging as its candidate. Even if one argues that party sponsorship naturally implies party membership, the Constitution still provides no minimum membership duration […]

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