Nigeria, Not Yet a Nation – Ibadan Diocese
Fifty Eight years after Independence, Nigeria is still in the doldrums as she is still battling to be a nation says the Ibadan Diocese of…
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Category: Opinion
Opinion: Vice President Osinbajo, With Your Lies, Are You Sure You Are Still a Pastor?
My attention has been drawn to claims in the media by the Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, against former President Jonathan. Speaking on Friday the…
Opinion: Third Epistle to the APC Committee on ‘True’ Federalism: Summary for Action, By John Abhuere
In the first epistle, I advanced reasons to reject pre-1967 regional structure, called for a review of the Revenue Sharing formula in favour of the…
Opinion: As Yoruba Convoke in Ibadan in Sept …Restructuring Tops Agenda, By Folu Olamiti
One of the most debated issues in the Nigerian public space at the moment is the clamour for the political restructuring of the country. It…
Opinion: 2019: PDP Needs Strong Leadership, By Olumide Johnson
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is set for a significant national convention this week Saturday, 12 August, 2017. Why is the convention significant if it…
George Weah Takes Shot at Presidency Again
Former FIFA World Footballer of the Year and AC Milan star, George Oppong Weah, is among 19 others gunning for the Liberia presidential election as…
Opinion: Why Regionalism is not Answer to Nation’s Problems, By John Abhuere
There are many reasons why regionalism is not the answer to the nation’s multi problems. For no other thing, the present state system introduced in…
Opinion: Buhari’s Spokesman, Adesina Darts PDP
There is nothing new under the sun, goes a popular saying. In fact, the more things seem to change, the more they appear the same.…
Opinion: Awo: 30 Years After —Day The Colossus Passed On, By Folu Olamiti
Saturday, May 9, 1987. The day broke, like any other day on. There was no premonition of anything earth-shaking. No foreboding. All seemed at peace.…
Opinion: Ethical Deficit, Corruption and Crisis of National Identity Integrity of Termites (Part 1), By Folu Olamiti
The convocation lecture of any university carries a burden which I hope I would be able to discharge today. I sincerely thank the Achievers University,…
Opinion: Welcome Home Our Dear Mr President: Matters Arising, By Dr John I Abhuere
Breaking news it was indeed. The return of President Buhari safely home after a medical vacation in Great Britain. The camera zoomed Kaduna into the…
South-East As APC’s New Bride
Many Nigerians who understand the dynamics of the country’s political system, the 2019 electoral contest has started in earnest in spite of the fact that…
Opinion: There’s Need for New Political Platform, By ‘Tope Fasua
We need a new party now… Nigeria is retrogressing when smaller and less-endowed African nations are getting their acts together. We need a new party…
Opinion: Clash of Modernity and Traditional Values in Edo: Why Onojie of Uromi Should Be Forgiven, By Dr. John Abhuere
The dethronement of His Royal Highness, Zaiki Anslem Eidonjie, as the Onojie of Uromi, Edo State by the Adams Oshiomhole administration toward the end of…
House of Reps. Lifts Ban on Jibrin to Defend Self
Suspended House of Representatives member from Kano State, Abdulmumin Jibrin, is to be recalled for the purpose of defending himself before the Ethics and Privileges…
Opinion: Recession: Thinking Beyond the Present, by Dr John I Abhuere
At long last, the Federal Government acknowledged what’s been obvious with us even before the 2015 elections. The country, it was announced, is in state…
Ondo PDP Tussle: Court to Decide Jegede’s Fate to Appeal Judgment on Oct. 26
An Abuja Federal High Court has reserved judgment till Oct. 26, whether to allow a factional governorship candidate of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo…
Opinion: Aregbesola’s Bulletproof SUVs: 5 Questions For Punch Newspaper By Kikiowo Ileowo
Having fervently followed Punch Newspapers as a neutral observer for the past 10 years, I am amazed by how often they throw professionalism into the…
Opinion: Benin on Eve of Governorship Election: Godfathers on Prowl By John I. Abhuere
All along I planned to cast my vote during the governorship election in Edo state. However the headache was the means to get to Edo…
Opinion: A Case for Dialogue Rather Than War in Niger Delta By John I. Abhuere
In our reflection on the Niger Delta crisis and our appeal to reason, it will be helpful to ask the question: what is the nature…
Mama Boko Haram, Female Lawyer Declared Wanted Appears At Defence Headquarters
Aisha Wakil, the Nigerian lawyer who was declared wanted by the Nigerian army, has reported at the Defence Headquarters, Abuja. The female lawyer was among…
Edo House Makes History, First Female Speaker Sworn In
There was palpable tension and anxiety at the Edo State House of Assembly, Monday morning, when the lawmakers convened for their legislative duties, as…
