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

Examining Elendu Reports – Tale of Cynics Exploiting Prevailing National Irritation

Recent stories that have appeared on Elendu reports leave much to be desired both from the stand point of true professionals as well as human decency. The seeming direction the activities of these men who have taken the crusade of a nation to the internet as a two man brigade is very ominous...

Streamlining Law Enforcement Functions in Nigeria

In Nigeria today we have the Nigeria Police, FRSC, EFCC, ICPC, Office of Public Prosecution, FIIB, SSS, DMI, NIA, DIA etc. all different agencies that investigate, prosecute and even arrest citizens all over the country without being answerable to anyone. It is high time all these agencies are consolidated into a unified system...

Persistent Conflicts: Curse of a Continent II

The most destructive trade with Africa till date is the slave trade. Not only was the wickedness this trade represented in itself destructive, the social dislocation as well as the development gap that developed as a result of wanton destruction of the human resources of the continent as well as the willful plundering of a natural resources to develop foreign lands was a disservice to all mankind...

Why Nigerians Cannot Pay International Prices for Oil

Leaving petrol prices in Nigeria to the whims and caprices of international spot market rate is leaving Nigerians vulnerable to the speculators on Wall Street and Main Street. In fact, it is leaving us open to Osama Bin Laden and his fellow terrorists...

Persistent Conflicts: Curse of a Continent I

If anything can be determined as a permanent feature of living in or keeping up with Africa, it is the persistent cycle of wars, crisis and riots. Think about it, conflict was the major loophole the Europeans and Arabians exploited to take slaves to the Americas...

Continental Africa, Pseudo-Democracies and the African Union

What should the international community do when oppressive leaders that have maintained themselves in power by rigged election, gangsterism, terror and corruption all in the name of democracy and anti-fundamentalism are removed from power by military force?

Third Slavery and Ways to Be Free

The first and most feasible option for African countries is sure as medicine but slow as death coming! It is simple- good governance, coupled with the strengthening of the democratic institutions of our blessed continent...

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