Why Nigeria Needs a South East Presidency: A Call for Courage and National Inclusion

02 May 2026

If you truly present yourself as a change agent and nation builder, then you must have the courage to do what others before you have failed to do: support the emergence of a President from Nigeria’s South East. In 1999, the nation made a deliberate political decision to support the South West in recognition of […]

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What the Courts Actually Decided in the 2023 Presidential Election Case

25 Apr 2026

There is a recurring misunderstanding in public discussions about what the election petition courts actually did in relation to the 2023 presidential election in Nigeria. The key issue is the difference between independently proving a winner and upholding an already declared result. 1. The Role of the Courts The Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) and […]

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Supreme Court Deliberations, Reserved Judgments, and Concerns About Electoral Timelines

23 Apr 2026

I remember when it was common practice for the Supreme Court to deliver decisions immediately after hearing a contentious appeal, especially in cases where the issues were sharply defined. During such hearings, counsel would be rigorously questioned by the Justices, almost like a doctoral viva. The Court would have studied the briefs in advance, identified […]

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Tinubu, the 2023 Mandate, and the Debate Over Legitimacy in Nigeria

18 Apr 2026

The outcome of Nigeria’s 2023 presidential election continues to stir intense debate about legitimacy, representation, and governance. At the center of this conversation is President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, whose victory with 36% of the official vote has been interpreted by critics as evidence of a divided electorate rather than a clear national mandate. From one […]

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A Closer Look at the Role of the Sultan, Terrorism, and Public Perceptions in Nigeria

17 Apr 2026

I’m raising concerns about insecurity in northern Nigeria and the role of the Sultan of Sokoto, but some important distinctions are needed to keep the discussion grounded in how the situation actually works. 1. The Sultan’s Role and Limitations The Sultan of Sokoto is a highly respected religious and traditional leader, but he does not […]

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Status Quo Ante Bellum and Its Limits in Dynamic Entities

11 Apr 2026

Status quo ante bellum is a legal principle derived from Latin terms: status quo (the existing state of affairs), ante (before), and bellum (war or conflict). It refers to the restoration or preservation of the state of things as they existed before the event that gave rise to litigation. In essence, it seeks to maintain […]

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Tinubu Acknowledges Fuel Hardship, Urges Nigerians to Stay Hopeful Amid Economic Strain

11 Apr 2026

Bola Ahmed Tinubu has admitted that rising fuel prices are taking a toll on Nigerians, while calling for patience and optimism as his administration works to stabilise the economy. The President made this known on Friday during a visit to Bayelsa State, where he commissioned projects and addressed growing concerns over the cost of living. […]

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Electoral Act, 2026, Court Intervention and the Controversy Over “Status Quo” Orders

10 Apr 2026

Below are the provisions of Section 83 of the Electoral Act, 2026, recently signed into law. Particular attention is drawn to subsections (5) and (6), which were widely seen as deliberate safeguards introduced by legislators—politicians themselves—to protect political parties from being destabilised by excessive litigation and intrusive court orders. These provisions appear designed to prevent […]

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Tinubu and Wike: Contrasting Political Styles

06 Apr 2026

What is unfolding in Nigeria’s political landscape does not resemble typical Tinubu. Instead, it mirrors the zigzag, erratic motion of a drunkard—a description often associated with Wike. While I cannot confirm Wike’s private habits, his mannerisms, speech, and actions suggest clumsiness and lack of subtlety. By contrast, Tinubu is widely regarded as a “smooth operator”, […]

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