The last few days have given me reasons for hope. Nigerians have finally begun asking the right questions! We have also proven that we are not too docile for change. Nigerians have protested against corruption, bad governance and public waste. I won’t pretend that we are close to winning the battle. But within the past [...]
“We can’t pander to threats of the people we RULE” - Minister of Labour, Emeka Wogu From wastefulness to lack of direction, this is one administration that is completely misguided and does not deserve a single day more in office. It is embedded neck-deep in corruption and smirks of the highest disregard for the rule of law. I [...]
In 2007, I felt like a victim of rape. I had been so optimistic that my candidate, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, would win the elections. Everyone seemed to share my opinion. And at the polling centres, they voted for their hearts. In my parents’ polling unit, the Senator had an astronomical lead and it was mirrored [...]
My deductions about the violence in the north: 1. Buhari/Bakare did not cause the violence. It was an expression of frustration from people who have been brought up to believe that violence is an acceptable way of life. 2. I am of the opinion that Buhari and probably Bakare could have salvaged the situation by [...]
Dear Mr President, I write as a youth corper who has, like most serving members of the Natonal Youth Service Corps, been actively involved in the elections. I am sure that you are aware, Sir, of our gallant efforts to help achieve our collective goal of free and fair elections in Nigeria. We have worked [...]
