Last week, there was a protest at the University of Port Harcourt. It seems the authorities of the school had decided to execute a No-fees-no-exams rule. Many of the students were not impressed. They had gone out to the streets to protest what they considered to be an unfair policy. The students blocked the East-West … Continue reading
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WHEN WILL NIGERIA FIGHT THE CORRUPTION OF NEED? | by Ayo Sogunro
Last week, the world was treated to the leak of what has come to be termed as ‘the Panama Papers.’ It was the story of a systematic money laundering service involving public officials and politicians around the world. A few African politicians such as Bukola Saraki and James Ibori, were affected, but these ones had … Continue reading
CUSTOMER SERVICE AND THE NIGERIAN PUBLIC OFFICIAL | by Ayo Sogunro
Sometime last week, President Muhammadu Buhari gave an apology. This was for his administration’s improper dissolution of university boards. Apologies are uncharacteristic for Nigerian presidents in general, and for Buhari in particular. This is why his words are worth noting: “There is nothing wrong in saying sorry and going back on your decision. So, we … Continue reading
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