Archives Tag: Politics
Throwback Thursday – Ambrose Alli: A Foremost Progressive Champion
April 19, 2022
Professor Ambrose Folorunsho Alli, though not born with a physically imposing stature which differentiates many politicians, he continues to stand tall even among his progressive peers both in learning and in service to the people. Born, 22nd September 1929 in Ido Ani – a town in Ondo state – to an Ekpoma father and … Continue reading Throwback Thursday – Ambrose Alli: A Foremost Progressive Champion
By adedoyin
Analysis: The Political Trajectory In Edo State
April 19, 2022
Of all the upcoming gubernatorial elections in Nigeria, that of Edo state is currently the most reported because of all the controversies surrounding it. Background The incumbent Edo state governor, Godwin Obaseki, and the suspended chairman of the All Progressives Party (APC), Adams Oshiomole, have been at loggerheads for more than a year over … Continue reading Analysis: The Political Trajectory In Edo State
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Fact Check: The True State of Senator Abiola Ajimobi
April 19, 2022
On the night of Thursday, 18th June, the immediate past governor of Oyo state, Senator Ajibola Isiaka Ajimobi was reported dead by some media personalities who claim to be privy to his health situation. Particularly, a verified Twitter handle by the name of @Aledeh, as well as the award-winning investigative journalist, Fisayo Soyombo, claimed … Continue reading Fact Check: The True State of Senator Abiola Ajimobi
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June 12 Democracy Day: Now and Beyond
April 19, 2022
On June 6, 2018, President Muhammadu Buhari declared that June 12 will henceforth be marked as Democracy Day nationwide. The first Democracy Day on June 12 was the moment which ushered in the 2nd coming of President Buhari. And in a jiffy, it is one year already that that the first June 12 Democracy Day … Continue reading June 12 Democracy Day: Now and Beyond
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Men You Should Know: Ernest Shonekan
April 19, 2022
Background and Education The full appellation is Oloye Ernest Adegunle Oladeinde Shonekan. He was born on the 9th of May, 1936 in Lagos, Nigeria (then Western Region of British Nigeria). He is popularly known as a Nigerian statesman, nobleman, lawyer and businessman. Oloye Ernest Shonekan is regarded as the 9th President of Nigeria. He was in … Continue reading Men You Should Know: Ernest Shonekan
By jeremiah
7 Nigerians Who Serve In Governments Outside Their State of Origin
April 19, 2022
Recently, one of the national debates has been concerning the state of origin and state of residence especially with regards to which should take the precedence. This has been foisted by a historic mistrust that has simmered beneath the surface between the over 250 ethnic groups of the Nigerian state, culminating in indigene-settler conflicts which … Continue reading 7 Nigerians Who Serve In Governments Outside Their State of Origin
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No More Pension And Gratuity For Ex-Government Officials In Imo State
April 19, 2022
The Executive Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma, on Friday, May 22, 2020, Signed a bill repealing pension and gratuity for ex-government officials in Imo state. While putting pen to paper on Friday, the Governor stated that the law runs contrary to amendments made in the 1999 constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria which … Continue reading No More Pension And Gratuity For Ex-Government Officials In Imo State
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Nigerians In History: Chuba Okadigbo
April 19, 2022
Dr. Chuba Williams Okadigbo was born on the 17th of December, 1941. He was a one-time President of the Senate of Nigeria. He was sometimes referred to as Oyi of Oyi in reference to his local government council area (Oyi) in Anambra state. He also held numerous political positions in the Nigeria government. He was … Continue reading Nigerians In History: Chuba Okadigbo
By jeremiah
Full Text of President Buhari’s Speech
April 19, 2022
ADDRESS BY H.E. MUHAMMADU BUHARI, PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE CUMULATIVE LOCKDOWN ORDER OF LAGOS AND OGUN STATES AS WELL AS THE FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY ON COVID- 19 PANDEMIC AT THE STATE HOUSE, ABUJA MONDAY, 27th APRIL, 2020 1. Fellow Nigerians 2. I will start by commending you all for the … Continue reading Full Text of President Buhari’s Speech
Tables Turn When The Government Begs For Help
April 19, 2022
It goes without saying that there is nothing a desperate government won’t do to jeopardize the good fortune of its people. The path currently being toed by states and the federal government (FG) is one heading in the wrong direction. Word out is that come this June, states might not have the usual monthly remittance … Continue reading Tables Turn When The Government Begs For Help
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Coronavirus Fallout: Which Way Nigeria?
April 19, 2022
Barely four weeks after the total lockdown imposed by the Federal Government on some states, those affected directly and the remainder of the population are as confused as ever on what next? Aside the minutiae of reportage being conveyed to the press daily and broadcasted by media, those at the helm of affairs handling the … Continue reading Coronavirus Fallout: Which Way Nigeria?
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The Coronavirus Saga And Abba Kyari As A Victim
April 19, 2022
Friday, April 17th, was a day filled with raw emotion nationally. The Coronavirus which has been on rampage for up to five months finally claimed in death a Nigerian top government official – the former Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari, Abba Kyari. In fact, as many Nigerians have always considered Abba Kyari to … Continue reading The Coronavirus Saga And Abba Kyari As A Victim
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Why We Must Reshuffle Approach To Defeating Coronavirus
April 19, 2022
As the number of Coronavirus cases increase in the country, it is high time that the current strategy by the government is reorganized and a more holistic plan instituted. The number of cases now stands at 442 and community transmission now imminent; staggered lockdown in states and the non-usage of masks will hardly work against … Continue reading Why We Must Reshuffle Approach To Defeating Coronavirus
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Controversy Lingers Over Federal Government’s Palliatives Disbursements
April 19, 2022
As Nigerians are beginning to look forward to the much-expected government relief for the Coronavirus pandemic shutdown, the new parameters stipulated by the Federal Government (FG) for palliatives distribution has continued to generate an outcry by the public. Initially, when the Social Investment Programme (SIP) was criticized by the National Assembly last week, the Office … Continue reading Controversy Lingers Over Federal Government’s Palliatives Disbursements
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