Michael Oluwagbemi II

Popularly known as Busanga, Michael Oluwagbemi II writes for various electronic and print publications. Some ask him why he writes, others ask him, "why even bother?" Well, to them both he says, "I don't know". "All I know, and am absolutely sure of, is that the written word is an art and a science; and that there is no worse abortion than the destruction of a pregnant idea which is only given birth to in definitive form when such is submitted to the records of posterity. It is my hope that every reader comes away with a refreshing perspective, be it on politics, human interactions or international relations. A world where we all do our part, and strive to leave the earth better than we met it, is one with less not more government. But, more and definitely more, encompassing compassion and empathy: in words, actions and vision". Michael resides in the state of Texas. Visit him at his blog on busanga.com

2007: The IBB vs. OBJ Chess Game

In Obasanjo's mind, he can't just wait for IBB to truly stand for the 2007 election. OBJ is looking to disrobe the emperor and reveal him naked. He is looking forward to demystify IBB and render him toothless...

How Will Jesus Vote?

When confronted with the alternatives, will Jesus vote for the party that supports some limited form of gay marriage or the one that opposes it, yet have its upper echelons of leadership enmeshed in one homosexual relationship or the other?

Aviation Disasters: Futility of Manic Deregulation

Nigeria has been dogged by aviation disasters in the past decade. From small jets to large bodied flying machine, our air space is simply unsafe...

Engineering Nigeria for Superpower Status

We must not underestimate the capability of our Nigerian engineers to perform and provide solutions to nagging problems that deserve technological answers...

Nigeria: Exhibiting Mentality of the Abused

In a country of over 60 million university graduates, we have not managed to produce a head of government that has seen the four walls of a four year college prior to his ascendance to power in forty six years, yet we claim to be a thinking people...

A Sensible “Cut and Win” Strategy for Iraq

It is my belief that it is still possible for America to declare victory and move on away from the Iraqi struggle without jeopardizing the two main reasons for the war: revenge and oil...

Anarchy and the Rule of Law in Ekiti and Plateau

Events of the past few weeks in my home state of Ekiti and the Middle Belt state of Plateau have been nothing short of alarming...

A Nation of Two Laws

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