Many African countries became authoritarian states in the early phase of their post-colonial state. Many leaders were able to combine elements of a democratic state with authoritarianism to command some …

Two things made the sudden rise of Peter Obi possible. One is his larger than life image of an incorruptible persona, and two his non-shishi-giving pose. At the first instance …

This is the Year 2023! As the New Year comes, it is custom for people to look towards new things. Unarguably, improvement over the present has always been the desire …

First of all, ‘emilokan’ for my non-Yoruba readers simply means ‘it’s my turn’ in English. In Nigerian politics it’s a syndrome which affects a narcissistic few who believe they’re entitled …

Brother Goke, could I have a word with you? How are you, Deacon, and how are Madam and the children? Everyone is fine, Bro. Madam is having their usual after-service …

Originally, in the secular world, the State comes before the Church, because, by its institutional characteristics, it is the custodian of all other institutions. In other words, the State is …

Come February 25, 2023, Nigerians will troop en masse to the polls to choose their next crop of leaders – President, Governors and Legislators – at the two levels of …

By CBN Ogbogbo Title: Take Back Nigeria: A Call To Civil Duty Author Jude O. Obuseh Genre: Political Essay Format: Paperback Publisher: JOVAB Publishers, Benin City PP: 170 Nigeria is …

It was a World Cup final match like no other in history. Qatar 2022 served up a breathless and relentless climax in which Argentina beat France via 4-2 penalty-kicks. The …

In his book, ‘Emergency Politics: Paradox, Law, Democracy’, Bonnie Honig urges democracies to “resist emergency’s pull to focus on life’s necessities (food, security, and bare essentials).” According to him, “these …