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“When Wars End but Arguments Don’t: The Futility of Litigating Political Settlements” by Lawson Akhigbe
There is a peculiar stubbornness in certain corners of political commentary—the kind that refuses to accept that history has already closed the file, stamped it “settled,” and moved it to archives. Instead, like a disgruntled clerk, they keep reopening it, hoping the ink might rearrange itself into a different ending. Take the long and bitter …
The BBC, Farage, and the Curious Case of Political Normalisation
There was a time when being politically radioactive in Britain meant you were treated like a dodgy kebab at 3 a.m.—acknowledged, perhaps, but never recommended. Today, however, one could be forgiven for thinking that political quarantine has been replaced with a BBC studio slot and a polite nod. Enter Nigel Farage and his vehicle, Reform …
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Aid, Trade, and the Theatre of Generosity by Lawson Akhigbe
There is something almost theatrical about the way “aid” is discussed in the West. When the average voter in the United States or the United Kingdom hears that their government has sent development assistance to a country like Nigeria, the reaction is predictable: a mix of irritation, suspicion, and the familiar refrain—“why are we giving …
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Walking in the Sunshine
What's the most fun way to exercise? Pick up one’s AirPod Max, sunglasses, walking shoes and head out strolling to Afro beats. From my gate to the countryside taking in air, seeing places you can’t see from driving, almost busting out dancing to Divido but self respect retains one, while a cheeky smile dancings around …
The Presidency Without a Mute Button: A Field Guide to Bola Ahmed Tinubu by Lawson Akhigbe
If governance were a smartphone, one suspects Bola Ahmed Tinubu would have long ago disabled the “silent mode,” misplaced the “settings” icon, and uninstalled the app called “optics.” What remains is a political operating system that runs at full volume, with push notifications enabled, and absolutely no parental controls. This is not, strictly speaking, illegal. …
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