one would think that Nigerian presidents has learned to obey court orders after over 16 years of uninterrupted democratic rule. Former president Obasanjo was an expert in disobeying court orders which almost ruined Nigerian nascent democracy during his tenure. Late President Yar’Adua quickly put an end to his over-the-top insanity when he assumed office. He …
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Arrest and Detention of Nnamdi Kalu
Agitation for reconstitution of defunct Biafra Republic has been going on for years now but seem to have picked up steam after the arrest and detention of Nnamdi Kalu. Biafran cause was initially championed by the Movement for the sovereign state of Biafra (MASSOB). Recently a new group, Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) headed by …
Argument For Preservation of Multi-Party System
They have been numerous debates about making Nigeria a two party state by fiat or through legislation instead of allowing two strong political parties to gradually emerge through democratic process. The proponent of two party system have repeatedly argued that it will curtail religious, ethnic, political and social divide in Nigeria. Proponents further argues that …
Governor Nyako’s Impeachment: Bad Omen for Nigeria
Impeachment of a governor or president is a constutional and civilized way to send a powerful message to sitting governors and presidents who violate their oath of office or engage in gross misconduct while in office. Impeachment is a good way for democracy to cleanse itself. However, more harm than good will be done to …
PDP Should Cut their Losses and Move On
The naivete of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) top officials with regard to their erstwhile faction, new Peoples Democratic Party (nPDP) is surprising considering the fact that they are suppose to be political pros schooled in the art of political brinkmanship. 5 out of the 7 nPDP governors finally defected to All Progressive Congress …