L.Chinedu Arizona-Ogwu

Arizona-Ogwu writes from Oyigbo, Rivers State, Nigeria.

Demilitarizing Nigerian Democracy!

For real democracy to take hold in Nigeria not only will the people of Nigeria have to fight the internal enemies of democracy, they will also have to overcome the crushing power of the military godfathers...

Edo State, Osunbor And The Restituted Seat Of Power!

We have sympathized with Oserhiemen Osunbor. It is unfortunate that as a law professor, he is unable to read and understand the March 20th tribunal’s judgment that was delivered live on radio and television against his "mandate" in Edo State government House...

Empty Promises And Selfish Governance

We can redefine the political and social system of our country by voting for credible and responsible politicians who have great respect for the concerns of fellow countrymen and women...

Nigeria And A Reflection Of Ground-Zero Economy!

It is difficult if not impossible to find a politician, whether early in their career or a political office veteran, who has not given in to political pressure, special interest groups, lobbyists, or the good-old-boy-network practice of you-help-my-cause-and-I'll-help-yours...

Obama’s Victory, the United States and the Resurrected Hope

Barack Obama has captured the whole world's attention, and it's clear that the vast majority of people want him to win. Maybe Americans wonder why we care so much? The answer may surprise you. It's envy...

Post Consolidation: How Safe Are Nigerian Banks?

Individual bank failures are expected to continue and the number may even rise. Yet, what is of utmost importance to the banking system is that confidence in it be maintained...

This Government and the Need for a Convinced Public Perception

What happened to Nigeria? Simple. It's been run by thieves and morons for decades and ignorant Nigerians keep on electing them...

The Need To Scrap The EFCC!

The Nigeria anti-corruption watchdog, the EFCC, is running off-track towards useless but controversial case-hunt, running from pillar to post just to witch-hunt, kill and tarnish the opposition's political careers...

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