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Dakingari, prudence and good governance

xperts in policy and diplomacy know that there is a wide gulf of difference between a progress report or a situation report

  • Written by Idang Alibi
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Something Cheerful In Kano
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Something Cheerful In Kano

During the last Easter period, I paid the usual perfunctory visit to Jos to see my parents and of course meet old friends; that is the few who still obstinately dare to call that beautiful piece of real estate home.

  • Written by Nosa Igbinadolor
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Chinua Achebe (Ugonabo Ogidi ) Goes Home

People from all walks of life will be heading to Ogidi to mourn the one they loved so much

  • Written by Joe Igbokwe
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On Buhari's Call for the President's Resignation

Reading the interview Major General Muhammadu Buhari (rtd) gave to Daily Trust which was published on Wednesday the 22nd of May 2013, I am compelled to raise historical issues that put the former military Head of State's words in perspective.

  • Written by Reno Omokri
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Baga Massacre: How Familiar?

As violence rages across the nation and in particular the North, the lesson that must be learnt is that a nation that thrives on bloodletting and injustice will eventually consume all within it.

  • Written by Lawrence Chinedu Nwobu
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Forbidden In Africa Taboo In Any Community
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Forbidden In Africa Taboo In Any Community

. Women have responsibilities and would do anything to feed their families, including not so glorious sex trade.

  • Written by Farouk Martins Aresa
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A Stiff Sentence for a Pickpocket & Con Man
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A Stiff Sentence for a Pickpocket & Con Man

The law needs to be applied consistently across the board, to ensure that it affects in equal measure those who pick the pockets of governors and governors (ruling class) who pick the pockets of the governed.

  • Written by Sheyi Oriade
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Dancing On The Drums Of War

With each passing day, one finds reason to question whether or not Nigeria is on the brink of a civil war and in need of a declaration of a state of emergency in the whole country, not just a few states.

  • Written by Roz Ben-Okagbue
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Photo News: Yoruba Union in Stockholm Celebrates Yoruba day
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Photo News: Yoruba Union in Stockholm Celebrates Yoruba day

On the 11th of May 2013 our dreams in the Yoruba Union in Stockholm came true. We were able to organize the first ever Annual Yoruba Day Celebration in Stockholm.

  • Written by Adeola Aderounmu
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NIGERIA AND THE EMERGENCY OF 2015

Over time, it is imperative to say that some of the greatest leaders in the world have been known to rise from an otherwise lacklustre period in office to become absolute great statesmen and women. The defining moments of their leadership is usually

  • Written by Demola Adeniran
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Nigeria: A Country Better Enslaved
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Nigeria: A Country Better Enslaved

Its better we talk this country with sincerity. Hence, She may just head for destruction.

  • Written by Olayinka Ajila
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Why this State of Emergency May Fail
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Why this State of Emergency May Fail

The answer to terrorism may just be what Goodluck Jonathan and Nigeria’s group of elites and their yes men find most difficult to comprehend or adhere to- good governance.

  • Written by Michael Oluwagbemi
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PIB: Striving for a Robust Industry Regulation (3)

Setting up a transparent and justifiable oil and gas regulation takes time and expertise. It has been widely observed that regulatory transparency is often, and sometimes unavoidably, introduced with very short lead times. The result is often sub-opt

  • Written by Felix Ayanruoh
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The Parable Of The Cockroach And Nigeria

Well, this admonition is about us, ruling party and opposition, State of Emergency, kidnap, rape, robbery and all the social ills in the Nigerian society, I don't know if it is new but kindly indulge me as I share…I have not written it for everybody.

  • Written by Prince Charles Dickson
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THE SOLUTIONS TO NIGERIA’S PROBLEMS (PART 1)

Nigeria's problems are caused by the youths and adults

  • Written by COLLINS CLARKE
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Regional Pressure Groups and the Unity of Nigeria

The unity of our dear country has been fought for and lives lost to keep us as one unit. It is glaring that we have problems of understanding ourselves and there have been numerous agitations of break up which is on-going.

  • Written by Dr Anyanate Ephraim
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Ahiara Diocese: Time For Truce

Let us embrace Msgr. Okpalaeke as our brother and put forth our well known Mbaise warmth and conviviality to him. I know my people are capable of this and know when to end a battle. Let the new Bishop start his work, with an urgent mission to pursue

  • Written by Peter Claver Oparah
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TPWFN 2: Count, Tax & Share
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TPWFN 2: Count, Tax & Share

There must be a balance between reward for being enumerated (government benefits) and responsibility (taxation). These balances of factors could also in the long run fundamentally reshape the relationship between the government and its people..

  • Written by Michael Oluwagbemi
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The End of Modern Civilization: Capitalism and the Arms Race.
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The End of Modern Civilization: Capitalism and the Arms Race.

That the fate of the global economy and all nations have been at the threshold of continuous freefall in recent years can be no less a telltale sign of the coming end to modern civilization and its inherent prosperity.

  • Written by Ola Onikoyi, Jr.
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A State of Confusion

State of Emergency or Emergency in a state? When an emergency isn't really an emergency.

  • Written by M.B.O Owolowo
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A great slaughter shall take place

I wish to use this humble platform to call on all Nigerians and people of goodwill everywhere else to appeal to President Goodluck Jonathan not to invade Eggon land in Nasarawa state ostensibly to flush out members of the Ombatse cult

  • Written by Idang Alibi
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Do Not Run Our Roadside  Mechanics Out Of Business
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Do Not Run Our Roadside Mechanics Out Of Business

Even when they can buy brand new cars, fairly used or older cars are more prestigious and cheaper. They come with respect and class.

  • Written by Farouk Martins Aresa
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A Christmas in Biafra
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A Christmas in Biafra

They plucked fresh green leaves from the bushes and covered up the places where the wounds of the dead were more exposed. Their clothes and uniforms were removed from their bodies to be worn by those alive. Some of the relatives of the dead who surviv

  • Written by Ahaoma Kanu
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Would CAN elect Desmond Tutu President?

Regardless of all his achievements and service to the church and humanity in general, I doubt if he would have ever made it as the President of Christian Association of Nigeria as it stands today.

  • Written by Anthony A. Kila
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Strength of a Woman
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Strength of a Woman

Staring at the graves brought back old memories. I could see the sunset in the evening; I could still hear the cockcrow at dawn and smell the smoke. I still remember the faces of those soldiers who defiled me, with the blue sky at the background. It

  • Written by Ahaoma Kanu
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