The Greatest Obstacle to Credible Elections in Nigeria: The Judiciary

25 Mar 2026

I have repeatedly argued that the greatest obstacle to a credible election process in Nigeria is the Nigerian Judiciary. This claim is not made lightly—it stems from my study of election law and my firsthand experience with the electoral process. IREV: From Transparency Tool to “Mere Viewing Center” The INEC Result Viewing Portal (IREV) was […]

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Inside Nigerian Banks: The Hidden Cost of Contract Staffing

24 Mar 2026

There is a dangerous silence in Nigeria—one that is deeply rooted inside many of our banks. Recently, a young woman shared her painful experience publicly, exposing what many insiders already know but are too afraid to say: thousands of young Nigerians are trapped in long-term contract roles within the banking system. These are not short-term […]

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The Judiciary: Nigeria’s Silent Destroyer of Democracy

19 Mar 2026

Who destroyed the PDP? We all know the answer—it is the Judiciary. Who destroyed the Labour Party? Again, the Judiciary. Who sabotaged the 2023 presidential election? Once more, the Judiciary. Politicians will always take their chances at political misbehavior. But the Judiciary, which postures as the guardian of justice, is the real disappointment. If the […]

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Controversy Over Onnoghen’s Trial Sparks Debate on Judicial Independence

18 Mar 2026

The trial and suspension of Walter Onnoghen marked a turning point that continues to stir debate about the state of Nigeria’s judiciary. Onnoghen, who served as Chief Justice of Nigeria, was brought before the Code of Conduct Tribunal on charges related to alleged false asset declaration. However, the process surrounding his prosecution drew widespread criticism, […]

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“Wikenization of the Judiciary”: Concerns Rise Over Houses Built for Nigerian Judges

14 Mar 2026

A growing debate has emerged in Nigeria over houses reportedly built for judicial officers by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, with critics questioning whether the gesture threatens the independence of the judiciary. The controversy centers on whether such a project places judges in a position of gratitude toward the executive arm […]

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Nigerian Lawyer Advises on What to Do if Police Are Misused to Collect Debt

11 Mar 2026

A Nigerian lawyer, identified as Atanda, has sparked discussions online after offering guidance on how to handle situations where someone tries to use the police to collect a debt. Taking to his Facebook page, Atanda emphasized that owing money is a civil matter, not a criminal offense, and the police cannot legally act as debt […]

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The Supreme Court and the Perception of Predetermined Outcomes

09 Mar 2026

Recently, a matter was decided at the Supreme Court of Nigeria, sparking dismay from one of the parties involved. The trial Federal High Court Judge and two of the Justices who decided the appeal at the Court of Appeal are now sitting on the Supreme Court bench. The losing party feels that from the outset, […]

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How the Supreme Court Undermined Free and Fair Elections in Nigeria

23 Feb 2026

The recent ruling of the Nigerian Supreme Court represents a significant blow to the idea of free and fair elections in the country. It threatens the very foundation of the democratic project by effectively rendering INEC’s regulations and guidelines non-binding unless they explicitly contradict the Electoral Act. INEC’s Role and Legal Mandate The law empowers […]

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A Nation Crippled by Democracy

05 Feb 2026

Nigeria is a nation crippled by its peculiar practice of democracy. Rather than uniting the country, democracy has inflamed religious and ethnic sentiments as politicians, desperate for votes, exploit identity for power. In the scramble for political advantage, religion and ethnicity became weapons, not values. The result has been a fragile state permanently on edge. […]

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