A lot of us have a poor understanding of democracy. For example, we appreciate the idea of majority rule, but we hardly mention the corresponding concept of minority protection. We admire the privileges of office, but we do not enforce the rights of citizens. Much of this ignorance is traceable to the systematic disempowerment of the … Continue reading
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THE RIGHT TO LIFE AND THE LICENCE TO KILL | by Ayo Sogunro
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
HOW TO CRITICISE BUHARI AND GET AWAY WITH IT | by Ayo Sogunro
Times are hard in Nigeria. A lot of us are physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially frustrated. Sadly, the only person anyone can kick in the shin right now is President Muhammadu Buhari. But kicking President Buhari comes with great damage to one’s feet. President Buhari is a saint. You have to contend with fanatical Buharideens … Continue reading