Democracy thrives on checks and balances. But in Nigeria there is neither checks nor balances. The legislative arm of the government operates like the rubber stamp...
With many so-called democrats as willing partners, General Abacha stabilized as the new head of state of Nigeria from 1993 to 1998. He even organized a...
Nigerians are aware of the military’s role and do not need constant reminders. Each time the president addresses the nation, and General Musa follows with his...
While cattle can graze freely (my focus is still not about whether that should be or not), many Nigerians cannot farm freely. Because many cannot farm...
Like mathematics, democracy is about numbers and power. For democracy to operate smoothly, the majority as well as the minority must have access to clear and...
Countries with significant political developments like the USA, UK, Germany, etc., despite their internal political disagreements, estimable examples of democracy. Their various people-biased policies, irrespective of...
As Nigerians mark Democracy Day, it is essential to recognize that a one-day protest is merely a starting point. To correct decades of corruption and mis...
In a post on his X handle on Wednesday, Olusegun reassured the public, stating, “Mr. President missed his step while climbing into the truck at the...
In 1999, President Obasanjo unlike Chief MKO Abiola in 1993 who was voted in all the zones, President OBJ was not voted by all the geo-political...
The psychological impact of these challenges cannot be overstated. The dissonance between the ideals of democracy and the reality of military misconduct creates a sense of...