There is something wrong with the mental composition of Nigeria’s National Assembly. Many Nigerians would consider this an obvious statement but, I suppose, my expectations are still quite high. Yet, it seems the current iteration of the federal legislature is determined to outdo predecessors in its capacity for expensive idleness. Consider the 2016 budget. There … Continue reading
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ON NIGERIA AND OUR INTERNATIONAL FLOG A WOMAN DAY | by Ayo Sogunro
What does it mean to be a Nigerian citizen? I have considered this question several times. Other than the capacity to vote and be voted for, what quality can I attach to the phrase: “I am a Nigerian citizen”? This is not a question many Nigerians can answer and still feel patriotic. But, of what … Continue reading
[Sunday Punch] BUHARI’S ANIMAL FARM AND THE ZERO-SUM GAME | by Ayo Sogunro
“Surely, comrades, you do not want Jones back?” Once again this argument was unanswerable. Certainly the animals did not want Jones back; if the holding of debates on Sunday mornings was liable to bring him back, then the debates must stop. ― George Orwell, Animal Farm Last week, a presidential aide posted photos of the … Continue reading
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