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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Controversy Over Onnoghen’s Trial Sparks Debate on Judicial Independence

18 Mar 2026

The trial and suspension of Walter Onnoghen marked a turning point that continues to stir debate about the state of Nigeria’s judiciary. Onnoghen, who served as Chief Justice of Nigeria, was brought before the Code of Conduct Tribunal on charges related to alleged false asset declaration. However, the process surrounding his prosecution drew widespread criticism, […]

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“Wikenization of the Judiciary”: Concerns Rise Over Houses Built for Nigerian Judges

14 Mar 2026

A growing debate has emerged in Nigeria over houses reportedly built for judicial officers by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, with critics questioning whether the gesture threatens the independence of the judiciary. The controversy centers on whether such a project places judges in a position of gratitude toward the executive arm […]

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Nigerian Lawyer Advises on What to Do if Police Are Misused to Collect Debt

11 Mar 2026

A Nigerian lawyer, identified as Atanda, has sparked discussions online after offering guidance on how to handle situations where someone tries to use the police to collect a debt. Taking to his Facebook page, Atanda emphasized that owing money is a civil matter, not a criminal offense, and the police cannot legally act as debt […]

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The Supreme Court and the Perception of Predetermined Outcomes

09 Mar 2026

Recently, a matter was decided at the Supreme Court of Nigeria, sparking dismay from one of the parties involved. The trial Federal High Court Judge and two of the Justices who decided the appeal at the Court of Appeal are now sitting on the Supreme Court bench. The losing party feels that from the outset, […]

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