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2021: A New Beginning?

January 5, 2021

2020 was a year in which the world embraced changes it would have deemed unacceptable in other years. Now, we look on to 2021 with hope for redemption … More 2021: A New Beginning?

INEC and a Chance for Real Elections

December 10, 2020

If we truly want a democratic system that works, we would seek to involve a majority of Nigerians in the electoral process by removing hurdles to seamless participation during elections … More INEC and a Chance for Real Elections

#EndSARS: A Nation in Need of Healing

October 25, 2020

In two weeks, Nigerians have witnessed peaceful protests transform into bloody riots; causing fresh emotional, physical and economic wounds, and reopening old wounds that have failed to heal. Would we change course towards true healing, or would we continue until all hell breaks loose? … More #EndSARS: A Nation in Need of Healing

Nigeria at 60: A Thousand Words in a Graph

October 2, 2020

How has Nigeria fared over six decades of independence?
Review the data, looking at selected indices for Nigeria and some countries, and decide whether Nigeria needs accolades or knocks … More Nigeria at 60: A Thousand Words in a Graph

Continental Builders Called the African Youth

August 16, 2020

Africa cannot develop except we collectively let go of mediocrity, embrace synergy, enhance our human capital, and take full responsibility for ordering our destiny … More Continental Builders Called the African Youth

“Not for Sale”: The Dysfunctional Normal

July 20, 2020

An interplay of government misconduct and public ignorance has entrenched dysfunction as a normal part of Nigerian society. Correcting this dysfunction is a requirement if Nigeria would go forward. … More “Not for Sale”: The Dysfunctional Normal

COVIDIOTS, COVID-19 and a Question of Trust

May 29, 2020

Deep-seated distrust of Federal, State, and Local Governments is hindering COVID-19 response measures in Nigeria. The Government should explore ways to let citizens know it’s in their best interest to join the fight … More COVIDIOTS, COVID-19 and a Question of Trust

Of A General, His Colonel, and Justice

December 27, 2019

Dasuki’s release on bail after four years of confinement raises questions about the rule of law in Nigeria, considerations for justice and national security, and the need for robust institutions to limit misuse of public funds … More Of A General, His Colonel, and Justice

Nigeria’s War Against Holistic Planning

September 1, 2019

Nigeria urgently needs reorientation from short-term standalone projects to long-term master plans that factor important, interlinked issues to meet present and future needs … More Nigeria’s War Against Holistic Planning