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Monday, September 14, 2026

Opinion

July 27, 2026

 Opposition politicians and the agreement industry 

Fidelity to political agreements was elevated above fidelity to democratic accountability, while supernatural sanction was invoked to guarantee compliance

Atiku, Obi and Kwankwaso
July 20, 2026

Aderonke Atoyebi: One Year After the Tax Reform Laws: Tinubu’s economic foresight is taking shape

How President Tinubu’s bold reforms and Dr Zacch Adedeji’s leadership at the Nigeria Revenue Service are driving record revenue growth and building a more resilient economy.

Tinubu
July 20, 2026

Some foundational arguments on state police (Part Deux)

What kind of police federalism does Nigeria need?

Nigeria map and police officers
July 16, 2026

Azu Ishiekwene: Shettima’s final test

Vice-President Kashim Shettima cannot be blamed for having doubts about whether President Bola Ahmed Tinubu would renominate him as his running mate for a second term.

Vice-President Kashim Shettima
July 15, 2026

Azu Ishiekwene: Another view on the matter of akara

This chill-less generation would not only welcome the Good Samaritan but also demand authenticity and scrutinise him.

Akara seller and Remi Tinubu
July 15, 2026

Lagos Flooding and the Coastal Highway: Separating facts from fiction

Nigeria needs better conversations about infrastructure. They should ask difficult questions, demand transparency, and insist on rigorous environmental standards.

Lagos flood
July 13, 2026

Some foundational arguments on state police

This historical inheritance also explains why the regional police of the First Republic became vulnerable to political manipulation.

Enugu State police
July 12, 2026

Is Bola Tinubu among those afraid of Femi Gbajabiamila?

The larger question is what it says about our democracy when so many people feel unable to discuss openly those who wield enormous influence behind the scenes.

Bola Tinubu and Femi Gbajabiamila
July 7, 2026

Remi Tinubu’s akara, roasted corn, and kuli-kuli advise no one wants to hear

Nigerians are already demonstrating extraordinary entrepreneurial resilience.

Remi Tinubu, Bola Tinubu and roasted corn
July 6, 2026

Bola Tinubu’s presidency enters Kafka’s world

Appearance acquires greater authority than fact itself.

Femi Gbajabiamila and Prince Adeyemi