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The Unbroken Cycle of Power and Prosecution: A Lesson from Kwara and Beyond

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The Unbroken Cycle of Power and Prosecution: A Lesson from Kwara and Beyond

History has repeatedly shown that in Nigeria, no governor is immune from the scrutiny of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Every single state has seen at least one of its former governors investigated or invited for questioning. Yet, despite this undeniable trend, the cycle of governance continues to be marked by vengeance, as…

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Hafsoh’s Murder: A Tragic Betrayal of Our Values – Wahab Oba

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Hafsoh’s Murder: A Tragic Betrayal of Our Values – Wahab Oba

The gruesome murder and dismemberment of a young undergraduate, Hafsoh Yetunde Lawal, by a supposed Islamic cleric in Ilorin is not only heartbreaking but a tragic betrayal of the moral and religious values that define us as a people. This barbaric act is alien to our heritage, a direct affront to our Islamic ethics, and…

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Farotimi’s Travails Reflect Nigeria’s Pervasive Impunity—Atiku

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Farotimi’s Travails Reflect Nigeria’s Pervasive Impunity—Atiku

Former Vice president of Nigeria and Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the last general elections, Atiku Abubakar GCON, has condemned the ongoing travails of human rights lawyer and activists, Dele Farotimi and described it as a case of impunity. The former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, yesterday, described it as “a sad reminder…

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A Dream Fulfilled: Tribute to Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq

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A Dream Fulfilled: Tribute to Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq

Bode Saadu, Kaiama, Baruten federal road project has reached a significant milestone, covering 45 kilometers so far. This progress is a testament to the collaborative efforts of the federal government, led by President Bola Ahmad Tinubu, the Kwara State Governor Mall Abdulrahman Abdulrazak and the BUA company. The Emir of Kaiama, Alhaji Omar Shehu Muazu…

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My Governor Is A Man Of Distinction – AGF Fagbemi

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My Governor Is A Man Of Distinction – AGF Fagbemi

“I would like to start by expressing my heartfelt appreciation to my brother and our kind host: His Excellency, AbdulRahman Abdulrazaq CON; the indefatigable Governor of Kwara State, for the very warm reception, exceptional hospitality and gracious support towards hosting of this conference. I am indeed proud to tell all the participants that I am…

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Why Nigeria Is Not Making Progress – Obasanjo

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Why Nigeria Is Not Making Progress – Obasanjo

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has warned that progress would continue to elude Nigeria since the country has become a burial ground for unimplemented policies. Obasanjo expressed worry that Nigeria appears to be taking one step forward and three steps backward due to leadership inability to implement policies. The former president spoke at an event in…

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Osun LG Poll: “APC’s Lawsuit Against OSSIEC, a Fruitless Voyage” – Analyst

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Osun LG Poll: “APC’s Lawsuit Against OSSIEC, a Fruitless Voyage” – Analyst

The recent lawsuit against the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) and governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State by the All Progressives Congress (APC) over the forthcoming local government election I the state has been described as a ‘reckless sensation.’ This is contained in a reaction by an Osun based political cum legal analyst, Messer…

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On The Gang-up Against Bello Mattawale By Gov. Dauda Lawal And His Cohorts

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On The Gang-up Against Bello Mattawale By Gov. Dauda Lawal And His Cohorts

From the time that Bello Matawalle was nominated as Minister OF the Federal Republic of Nigeria in 2023, Dauda Lawal the Governor of Zamfara State has been ill at ease. The circumstances of his victory at the gubernatorial election as well as subsequent victory at the Election petition Tribunal did not give room for sound…

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Money, Russian Flags Were Shared To Fuel Overthrow Of Tinubu’s Govt – Shehu Sani

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Money, Russian Flags Were Shared To Fuel Overthrow Of Tinubu’s Govt – Shehu Sani

Former Senator Shehu Sani has alleged that protesters flying the Russian flag in Kano, Zamfara and some other northern states was part of a plot to overthrow the President Bola Tinubu’s government. The protesters in some northern states were captured in several video clips in which they were flying the Russian flag and demanding for…

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Omokri Disagrees With Call For Nigerian President To Drive Without Official Convoy

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Omokri Disagrees With Call For Nigerian President To Drive Without Official Convoy

A former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has stated that it is not wise to ask the President of Nigeria to ride in his car and forgo his official convoy. He recalled that the last person, General Murtala Muhammed, who tried it was assassinated. Omokri said this while reacting to activist, Deji Adeyanju’s interview on the…

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