The festive atmosphere at a funfair held on December 18, 2024, in Ibadan’s Islamic High School, Orita Bashorun, turned into an unimaginable tragedy when a stampede claimed the lives of…
Jude Obuseh
Jude Obuseh
Mr. Jude Obuseh is a fervent social commentator, life coach, tutor, columnist, blogger, author, peace researcher and advocate, and entrepreneur. He is the Executive Director of Conflict Prevention and Peace Building Initiative, CPPBI, a Nigerian based non-governmental organization committed to the prevention of violent conflicts in Africa. Jude is an alumnus of the Premier University of Ibadan from where he obtained a BSc in Political Science, an M.A in Peace and Conflict Studies, coupled with other certifications from other reputable - academic and professional - bodies. His core areas of research interests are, International Security Administration, Peace Building Strategies, Early Warning Mechanisms, Political Violence, Political Participation, and International Political History. Jude is an eclectic researcher and writer whose incisive works (articles, position papers et.al) on politics, security, peace, conflict and other topical themes are constantly syndicated on both local and international - academic and media - platforms. For more on Obuseh Jude and his works visit: www.cppbi.org; Tel: +2348168580211; E-mail: syncado2006@gmail.com.
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A Nation of Pawns: While the Elite Build Legacies, the Masses Trade in Tribalism
by Jude Obusehby Jude ObusehIn Nigeria today, the political elite are engaged in a strategic game of legacy-building, forming alliances that transcend tribal and religious boundaries. These partnerships are not aimed at advancing national…
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Would You Worship God Without Promises? A Bold Reflection on Faith and Motivation
by Jude Obusehby Jude ObusehFaith. It has shaped civilizations, driven revolutions, and comforted the weary. But at its core lies a provocative question: Would you worship God if there were no promises of paradise,…
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The academic gown is a revered symbol of knowledge, integrity, and intellectual rigor. It represents the sacrifices, discipline, and years of study required to achieve the heights of academic excellence.…
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Must You Worship the God of Your Ancestors? A Thought-Provoking Discourse
by Jude Obusehby Jude ObusehIn recent years, there has been a loud call for Africans to reconnect with their roots by returning to ancestral worship and traditional religions. These voices claim that Christianity, Islam,…
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Imagine standing at the threshold of eternity, confronted by a startling realization: What if Christians were right all along? What if Jesus, heaven, hell, salvation, and judgment aren’t merely ancient…
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Religion, often hailed as the foundation of moral guidance and communal harmony, has become a battleground for supremacy across the globe. This phenomenon isn’t new, but its impact has never…
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Nigeria’s cultural and traditional diversity is one of its greatest assets, yet it is being weaponized in a toxic quest for supremacy that threatens the nation’s unity. From ancient times,…
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Selective Amnesia or Convenient Criticism? Mike Ozekhome’s View on Tinubu’s ‘Yorubanisation’ Falls Flat
by Jude Obusehby Jude ObusehRights activist and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Mike Ozekhome, recently blamed former President Muhammadu Buhari for setting a precedent that has allegedly allowed his successor, Bola Tinubu, to fill…
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The recent budget presentation by Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has reignited the debate on Nigeria’s stagnation and the intersection between leadership failure and citizen complicity. In a moment…
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Governor Monday Okpebholo’s 2025 Budget Presentation Struggles: Matters Arising!
by Jude Obusehby Jude ObusehA dramatic scene unfolded at the Edo State House of Assembly as Governor Monday Okpebholo stumbled through the presentation of the 2025 fiscal budget, struggling to articulate the N605 billion…
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Socrates’ critique of democracy, as preserved in Plato’s works, has long served as a cautionary tale. His assertion that democracy is destined to fail because it seeks to appease all…
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As the calendar year nears its end, a familiar rhythm emerges across communities. Churches nationwide come alive with end-of-year programs—crossover nights, revivals, vigils, and thanksgiving services. These gatherings, often packed…
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A Democratic Revolution in West Africa: What Ghana’s Elections Mean for Nigeria
by Jude Obusehby Jude ObusehFormer Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has achieved an extraordinary political comeback, winning the nation’s presidential election after his opponent, Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, conceded defeat. Mahama’s return to power…
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The concept of aging has long been considered a biological certainty, as though an unavoidable countdown is inscribed within our very DNA. Yet, mounting evidence suggests that this view may…
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Oshiomhole’s “774 Thieves” Comment: A Spotlight on Governance Challenges in Nigeria
by Jude Obusehby Jude ObusehSenator Adams Oshiomhole’s statement, “It’s better to have 774 local government chairmen who are thieves than one big thief,” has ignited widespread debates across Nigeria’s political and social spheres. On…