The ‘Greek’ Proposal to Goodluck Jonathan by Yemi Adebowale

The scheming by some supporters of President Muhammadu Buhari to have former President Goodluck Jonathan run on the platform of the All Progressives Congress for President in 2023 is progressing. One can safely say that it is now full blown, fuelled by power intrigues and permutations. Some of the APC governors behind the scheme turned …

Would Nigeria have been better off with Atiku? By Minabere Ibelema

First, some admissions and a caveat. Contrary to the prevailing political fervour leading up to the 2015 presidential election, I didn’t think that Muhammadu Buhari was the right person to lead Nigeria. His political resume was more than enough reason for that stance. Yet, a majority of Nigerians saw it differently, thanks to a powerful …

The biggest hoax in 60 years? By Sonala Olumhense

On Thursday, Justice Sylvanus Nsofor, Nigeria’s Ambassador to the United States, died at 85. I condole with his family. He was a well-educated lawyer who attracted the attention of General Muhammadu Buhari in 2003 when he delivered a favourable minority judgment in the presidential candidate’s election appeal. When Mr. Buhari finally took office in 2015, …

Landmine casualty rates in Nigeria now fifth highest in the world by Emmanuel Akinwotu

Mines laid by Boko Haram and other groups leave millions at risk, particularly in Borno state where insurgency most acute More than 100 people were killed or injured by landmines across north-east Nigeria in the first three months of this year, according to a new report. Mines laid during the conflict between Boko Haram, other …

How White Supremacy Weakens the United States by FR

The Trump administration’s agenda on race undermines the country’s military, alliances, and security. The Black Lives Matter protests suggest a tectonic shift in the domestic politics of the United States. Their significance, however, extends far beyond the water’s edge. For the United States and its image in the world, race matters, and the whole world …