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General Buhari and “Defence of Democratic Struggle" in the Past--Obasanjo/Atiku Campaign is Right: A Rejoinder to Muhammad Jameel Yusha'u

By Professor Omo Omoruyi, mni

The frequent question being asked and discussed is whether General Muhammadu Buhari has any faith in democracy?  In the essay by Muhammad Jameel ...

Social & Political Issues Feb 04, 2006

General Victor Malu: The Other Side of the Story

By Seyi Oduyela

It’s interesting to read people’s reaction to General Victor Malu’s statement about Obasanjo’s government. I find Gen Malu’s statement and t...

Social & Political Issues Aug 03, 2003

Gentlemen, It All Goes With Responsibility

By Chimaraoke Nnamani

As always the case, I have currently been seized by the exuberance of the Nigeria Press and the tendency to stay on the issue with the vehemence of a ...

Social & Political Issues Nov 19, 2003

Globalising in Poverty

By Chimaraoke Nnamani, Governor of Enugu State,

2003 edition of the public lecture series of the Department of Political Science, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria,“ambitious people understand...

Social & Political Issues Dec 03, 2005

Governor's Antics A New Low, Even For Corrupt Nigeria

By Lydia Polgreen

Precisely where Diepreye Alamieyeseigha will fall in the gallery of corrupt Nigerian leaders is a matter for history to judge.  General Sani Abac...

Social & Political Issues Sep 18, 2004

Globalization Not New; Look at Slave Trade

By Philip Emeagwali

Globalization - or the ability of many people, ideas and technology to move from country to country - is not new. In Africa, it was initiated by the s...

Social & Political Issues Nov 21, 2006

Governance And Politics In Nigeria

By O. Igho Natufe, PhD*

O. Igho Natufe is a Senior Policy Adviser with the Government of Canada, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.  He taught Political Science and International ...

Social & Political Issues Nov 02, 2004

Government Policies Should Seek Legitimacy

By Concerned Professionals: Commentary by Mobolaji Aluko

THE Concerned Professionals is alarmed by the deep divisions being introduced into the already fragmented polity. These cleavages are apparently being...

Social & Political Issues Apr 03, 2006

Healing Powers

By Joshua Hammer

African women are starting to take charge—making new laws, changing old attitudes, inspiring others to follow their lead. Who will help them mend a ...

Resource Control Jun 03, 2005

Health For All The Poor Hard-Working Nigerians

By Farouk Martins

There are so many promises – Health for all, Food for all, Water for all, Education for all, House for all, National Health Insurance, Economic Empo...

Social & Political Issues Jun 03, 2024

Civil Society and Social Movements: The Role of Activism and Radical Politics in Deepening Democracy in Africa

By Otive Igbuzor, PhD

Civil Society and Social Movements: The Role of Activism and Radical Politics in Deepening Democracy in AfricaByOtive Igbuzor, PhDFounding Executive D...

Social & Political Issues Jun 02, 2024

Chimaroke Nnamani: Progenitor of Ebeano politics at 64

By Paul Mumeh

Chimaroke Nnamani: Progenitor of Ebeano politics at 64By Paul MumehChimaroke-Nnamani2.jpg 88.87 KBHate or love him, Senator Chimaroke Nnamani; fo...

From the Archives Mar 17, 1999

Background To The Recent Nigerian Elections

By Elizabeth Liagin, published and culled from https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/1999/03/nig-m17.html

Background To The Recent Nigerian ElectionsGeneral Obasanjo more than just a "friend" of the AmericansElizabeth Liagin is an independent journalist wh...

Social & Political Issues Jan 31, 2024

Sustainable Development And Mining Host Communities

Sustainable Development and Mining Host communities  ByOtive Igbuzor, PhD, FPSN, FSM, MIoL, UKAfrican Centre for Leadership, Strategy & ...

Social & Political Issues Nov 12, 2023

The Case For Civil Society Organization (CSO) Self-Regulation

THE CASE FOR CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANISATIONS (CSO) SELF-REGULATIONByOtive Igbuzor, PhDFounding Executive Director,African Centre for Leadership, Strategy ...