Opinion
FALSE CLAIM OF BEING A LABOUR PARTY PRESIDENTIAL ASPIRANT: Peter Obi and the Politics of Name Dropping, the Cost of Political Opportunism
RE: FADURI JOSEPH’S PRESS STATEMENT BY OLUCHI OPARAH, FORMER NATIONAL TREASURER OF THE LABOUR PARTY It has come to my attention that one Mr. Faduri Joseph has been making misleading claims in the media, presenting himself as a presidential aspirant of the Labour Party for the 2023 general elections. Mr. Joseph has gone…
Ohanaeze Calls On Tinubu To Embrace Pro-Biafra Dialogue
Alex Odeh The apex igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo has a peice of advice for the federal governement-led by President Bola Tinubu, that is, to make maximum use of the hand of peace extended by the Nonviolent Pro-Biafra agitators. Ohanaeze Ndigbo conveyed this admonition through a press statement it issued and signed in…
From Emilokan to Emergency: The Tragedy of Tinubu’s Unprepared Presidency
By George O. Sylvester When Bola Ahmed Tinubu thundered “Emilokan”; Yoruba for “It’s my turn”, during his now-infamous declaration of presidential ambition, it resonated not as a call to serve, but as a personal entitlement. The former Lagos governor, long regarded as a political tactician lurking in the shadows of power since the early…
Protecting Nigerian Sovereignty: Heeding Primate Ayodele’s Warning
By Abayomi Odunowo. In an increasingly interconnected world, the line between domestic sovereignty and external influence has grown alarmingly thin. This reality is starkly captured in the warning by Primate Elijah Ayodele, who posits that the United States poses a serious threat to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s second term. Whether one perceives this…
The Kingmaker’s Shadow in Nigerian Politics
Kareem Iyanda PhD Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s reputation as a political kingmaker is well established in the country no controversy on this. He was instrumental in building the coalition that brought Muhammed Buhari to power in 2015 after Buhari many attempt that was met with failure. This happened after previously supporting Atiku Abubakar’s presidential ambitions,…
WHERE HE GOES, WE FOLLOW: THE MASSES’ UNDYING SUPPORT FOR PASTOR UMO ENO
By Micheal Joseph Okon -Ituk Mbang, Uruan. The masses will unwaveringly follow Pastor Umo Eno if he decides to decamp to the APC. His leadership has demonstrated that it’s the quality of the leader, not just the party platform, that makes the difference. A great leader can elevate a party from obscurity…
Don recommends Okpebholo’s model to resolving security crisis in Nigeria
A public affairs analyst, Dr. Lemmy Ughegbe, has called for the adoption of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s approach to resolving security crises across the country, citing the Edo governor’s handling of the recent Uromi incident as a model for others to follow. Speaking on Politics Today, anchored by Seun Okinbaloye, Dr. Ughegbe noted that, ordinarily,…
PRESS RELEASE: Ebonyi Mourns as Osuji Orienta Chuku Orie, a Phenomenal Influencer, Extraordinary Teacher, Outstanding Entrepreneur, Fearless Soldier, Community/Political Leader, Detribalized Statesman and Avowed Philosopher, Ends Earthly Journey, Transitions to the Great Beyond
Erstwhile National Publicity Secretary of the defunct New Peoples Democratic Party (nPDP) and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze has expressed sadness over the death of one of his close relatives who led an impactful and exemplary life, Osuji Orienta Chuku Orie. In a statement made available to the media,…
PRESIDENT TINUBU’S TRIPS: A COSTLY QUEST WITH LITTLE RETURN
…The president must shift focus from the global stage to the domestic realities that repel investors—security, infrastructure, and economic stability. Since taking office, President Bola Tinubu has embarked on numerous international trips, promising to secure investments that would revitalize Nigeria’s struggling economy. These journeys, often framed as critical missions to attract foreign capital, have…
“I believe in you” – Wike celebrates Gov. Okpebholo’s tribunal victory
…Don’t be distracted by politicians seeking power through back door The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) minister, Nyesom Wike, has congratulated the Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, over Wednesday’s tribunal judgement, which affirmed his victory in last September’s governorship election in the state. Expressing confidence in the ability of Okpebholo to deliver on…