Nigeria’s political atmosphere is saturated by a type of fever which lacks any suitable nomenclature. Those at the centre of the current situation in the country are politicians from both …
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The Big Reset: Why Nigerians Must Embrace the New Coalition — Even with “Old Faces” on Board
by Jude Obusehby Jude ObusehEver since Nigeria began its bumpy journey to democracy in 1999, the yearning for real change has been a constant refrain on the lips of millions. From the battered hopes …
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Nigeria Doesn’t Need Another Political Alliance — It Needs A Coalition Of The Masses!
by Jude Obusehby Jude ObusehIn a country of over 220 million resilient souls, the loudest cry echoing through the streets of Lagos, the red soil of Enugu, the marketplaces of Ibadan, and the farmlands …
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The Lost Moment: Did Peter Obi Miss His Golden Chance To Change Nigeria Forever?
by Jude Obusehby Jude ObusehWhen the dust settled after the dramatic 2023 general elections, one man emerged as a symbol of a new Nigeria: Peter Obi. With over 6.1 million votes, he didn’t just …
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Since assuming office as the Governor of Ekiti State on October 16, 2022, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, fondly referred to as BAO, has redefined governance by implementing impactful policies and programmes. …
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Let’s drop the sugarcoating and call this moment for what it is. The much-hyped ADC mega-coalition isn’t some celestial gathering of spotless saints marching in to save Nigeria’s soul. Far …
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If This Is Hatred, Nigeria Needs More of It!” — The Rising Ideology Against Failure
by Jude Obusehby Jude ObusehIn a country staggering under the weight of endless economic blows and decades of betrayal by its leaders, Bayo Onanuga’s claim that “ADC has no ideology, only hatred for Tinubu” …
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How Does The Worst Performing President In Nigeria’s History Have The Most Things Named After Him In Just His First Term?
by Jude Obusehby Jude ObusehIn a country where symbolism often trumps substance, Nigeria seems to have perfected the art of celebrating failure. The latest curiosity is how President Bola Ahmed Tinubu — widely regarded …
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Nigeria’s history has been defined by deep fractures. From its foundation, our country has struggled to forge true unity among its more than 250 ethnic groups, multiple religions, and diverse …
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With the 2026 Osun gubernatorial contest, slated for Saturday, August 8, 2026, it is not surprising that the jockeying to win the governorship ticket, especially for the All Progressives Congress …
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Why Dangote May Never Succeed As President — Despite His Brilliance In Business!
by Jude Obusehby Jude ObusehAliko Dangote. The name evokes power, success, and unshakable dominance in the world of business. As Africa’s richest man, with a net worth of over $13.5 billion according to the …
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The time has come for Nigeria to confront a hard truth: we cannot bomb our way to lasting peace. For over a decade, we have fought Boko Haram and ISWAP …
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The Vice Presidency In The Spotlight: Shettima, Tinubu, And The 2027 Question
by Jude Obusehby Jude ObusehIt began, as many things in Nigerian politics do, with a whisper in the corridors of power. Whispers that Vice President Kashim Shettima may not be renominated as Bola Ahmed …
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Presidential Aide Alubankudi’s gracious response to the first part of this intervention reflects the significance of roots, responsibility, and collective effort in nation-building. It also accentuates the complexities of development, …
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Well-meaning Nigerians are relieved that the misconceived bill which sought to impose “a maximum of six months imprisonment or a fine of no more than N100,000” on any Nigerian of …
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Fuel, Food, and Frustration: What Nigerians Expect from Tinubu Amid Painful Reforms!
by Jude Obusehby Jude Obuseh“A great leader takes people where they don’t necessarily want to go, but ought to be.” These words, often credited to Rosalynn Carter, carry a heavy truth for Nigerians grappling …