Sheyi Oriade

Between President Yar’adua and Alhaji Kingibe

It is often advocated in politics, that it is advisable to keep one’s ‘enemies’ within sight in order to keep a close eye on them. But in the case of Alhaji Kingibe it may be best to dispatch him...

Is Dr. Goodluck Ready To Step Up To The Presidency?

As far as Nigeria’s political power brokers and kingmakers are concerned, this may be the time to ponder, plot, and perfect their political game strategies in respect of who occupies the top job going forward...

Obama Envy: Bill Clinton Finally Bows to the Inevitable

These can not be the best of times for Bill Clinton. I mean, it must be difficult for a man who prizes himself as one of the greatest strategic and tactical political minds of his generation...

Jacob Zuma: A Maverick in Pursuit of South Africa’s Presidency

Given President Mbeki’s antipathy towards him and his ambition, Jacob Zuma has taken to adopting opposite views to him on a number of issues...

Re-visiting Ribadu’s Demotion – Was it a Conspiracy?

Proving conspiracies at the best of times is a difficult thing. But what is not difficult to prove, because it is as clear as the bright light of day, is the fact that Mallam Ribadu has many enemies...

Enter the Dragon: Nigeria, China, and the Beijing Olympics

I am persuaded that the more China engages with the world, she will have to improve her behaviour; hosting the Olympics is a great starting point in this direction...

A Reluctant President in Desperate Need of a Mentor

Many things have been said in criticism about the president; but no one to my knowledge, has accused him of having sticky fingers. In fact, in his manner and appearance, he comes across as an ascetic man of simple taste...

Is it Time for Female Clergy and Bishops in the Church of Nigeria?

Where does the Church of Nigeria stand on the issue of the ordination of women clergy and their eventual elevation to bishop status? Is it opposed to such a move? And if it is, what is its opposition based on?

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