Deep Dive

November 13, 2020

Brymo infuriates fans with tweet on Nigerian albums but here’s what we think

It’s always intriguing to see that thousands of people can have a conversation or an argument about a person over a single comment said person made, but such is the power of Twitter, and there is no one in the world that yields this power more cleverly than public figures. While Davido, is trending on... Read More

Deep Dive, The Music Blog

A Better Time, Brymo, Davido, nigeria, yellow

November 13, 2020

Like Lagos; Kwara finally realises that cost of governance is critical to progress

The Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, Friday, announced his administration’s plans to repeal the payment of pension to former governors and their deputies in the state. He stated this in a tweet, adding that he will in the coming week; send a bill to the State House of Assembly to revoke the law awarding pension packages to... Read More

Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, Kwara State, Payment of Pension Law 2007

November 13, 2020

#EndSARS: ‘We’d have been talking of something else had Buhari not acted like a father.’ Adesina, really?

Media aide to President Buhari, Femi Adesina, Friday, said that his principal displayed self-restraint and tolerance during the #ENDSARS protests according to reports. In an article he shared on his Facebook page, titled: ‘WE HAVE NOT MANY FATHERS,’ Adesina claims that President Buhari played a fatherly role that prevented the country from descending into anarchy.... Read More

#EndSARS, femi adeshina, president buhari

November 13, 2020

Gaffe by Nigeria’s Commodity Exchange boss highlights either cronyism or outright incompetence

The nature of events and circumstances that have greeted 2020 means that when individuals, corporate bodies and the government take a look back on the year, it would have been an unusual one. For the government particularly, the year has been one of many ups and downs but it was another kind of ‘down’ when the... Read More

Counter Culture Blog, Deep Dive

Lauretta Onochie, ministry of commerce, Nigeria Commodity Exchange, Zaheera Baba-Ari

November 13, 2020

For the umpteenth time; Nigerian Authorities need to redefine our approach to Counter Terrorism

Across the world, terrorism is a global threat and there have been instances where terrorists have held world powers hostage. One notable but unfortunate terrorism incident that has remained etched in the collective memory of the world is the September 11 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center in the United States of America. That... Read More

#EndSARS, boko haram, CBN

November 12, 2020

What is the hope of Nigerian students as ASUU advises members on alternative income?

Students in Nigerian tertiary institutions are getting wearier by the day of the eight-month-long strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Not once, not twice have their hopes been dashed by the outcome of the series of meetings ASUU has held with the Federal Government since the strike began in March 2020. To... Read More

ASUU, asuu strike, Nigerian students

November 12, 2020

Boko Haram: Ndume’s revelation is what government really needs, to move beyond ‘technical defeat’

It’s been well over 11 years since the Nigerian government through its military has been battling the Boko Haram terrorist group. During the course of the fight, we have seen a number of things that raises questions on just how much effort the government is putting out. Speaking shortly after the budget defence by the... Read More

Ali Ndume, boko haram

November 12, 2020

That ‘bandits reportedly collect taxes from Zamfara peasants’ is enough signal to move above rhetorics

Nigeria as a country remains plagued with diverse challenges that seem to be growing everyday as a result of negligence on the part of the authorities. This leaves one wondering what becomes of Nigeria in the near future. Insecurity is one of such big problems today. The activities of Boko Haram in the Northeast and... Read More

Banditry in Zamfara, nigeria

November 12, 2020

Okowa: ‘It’s unlawful for Zamfara to control gold’ | Any more argument against restructuring Nigeria?

Nigeria remains a country blessed with mineral resources including gold, iron, lead, zinc, barites, gypsum, kaolin, marble, coal, titanium, tungsten, lithium, cobalt, natural gas, petroleum resources etc. According to research, “Nigeria is endowed with more than 44 mineral resources deposited in over 500 locations across the 36 states of the federation as well as the Federal... Read More

Governor Ifeanyi Okowa, resource control, Restructuring Nigeria, Zamfara

Nigerian Soldier

November 12, 2020

‘I’ll kill you and nothing will happen’ | Another reason to urgently extend reforms beyond the Police

A viral video that made rounds on Twitter, Thursday, 12 November 2020, showed the altercation between a civilian and another man in military cameo, believed to be an Army officer. In the video, the man in army uniform was seen assaulting the civilian who dared questioned him for stopping his vehicle that contained other passengers.... Read More

#EndSARS protest

November 12, 2020

More lawyers target #EndSARS protesters but what is the intent?

Following a halt on the #EndSARS protests, we have seen attempts by the government to target and harass key persons from the protest. While this is not uncommon and very much expected, what is quite surprising is having private individuals and organisations target key individuals who gave their platform during the protest. In a report... Read More

#EndSARS, femi falana, Make Nigeria Better Initiative (MNBI)

November 11, 2020

Balarabe Musa: 10 lessons Nigerian politicians can learn from the life and times of late statesman

On Wednesday, 11 November 2020, Nigerians woke up to the news of the demise of elder statesman and former governor of Kaduna, Abdulkadir Balarabe Musa. Balarabe was among the few principled nationalists who contributed to the success of Nigeria’s democracy. Here are ten things we learnt from the life and times of Abdulkadir Balarabe Musa: 1.... Read More

Balarabe Musa, Former Governor of Kaduna

November 11, 2020

How sustainable is the current unofficial ‘Police strike?’

Since the violence, arson and looting that followed the curfew in Lagos; officers of the Nigerian Police Force have deserted their duties. They have left the roads and their local policing duties. Their justification for this is the widespread violence that was meted on police officers during the lawlessness. The sight of police officers being... Read More

#EndSARS, curfew, Nigerian Police Force, police brutality

November 11, 2020

FG, CBN disregard the law in attempt to stifle the #EndSARS influence because why not?

Every time you think there is a ray of hope for a truly democratic Nigeria, the government pulls a trick off its sleeves and reminds Nigerians how misplaced such thoughts of freedom in Nigeria may be. The frozen accounts of 20 #EndSARS protesters including Bolatito Olorunrinu Oduala, the #EndSARS campaigner, who was given a seat... Read More

#EndSARS, Abuja, Bolatito Olorunrinu Oduala, CBN, lagos, nigeria, UAE

November 11, 2020

Public official allegedly spent N2.2bn on prayers for Nigeria; why do you still pray for free?

If the headline above got you scratching your head in confusion and disbelief or doubting your own sanity, we wouldn’t blame you, but make no mistake about it, the account of the story you are about to read is beyond pure ‘cruise.’ Yes, a public official was recently alleged to be involved in a N2.2... Read More

Deep Dive, Satire

Adariko Michael, Aminu Baba-Kusa, Ecobank, Husseini Baba-Yusuf, Sambo Dasuki, UBA

November 11, 2020

Pension for ex-governors may soon become a thing of the past in Lagos and it’s commendable

Pensions in Nigeria are a dreaded topic when they arise, especially as there’s mostly a hassle when it comes time for payment. This has been the narrative in Nigeria for the longest time. Men and women who dedicated their lives to public service are denied their pension after retirement, forcing them to find an alternative... Read More

Fashola, lagos, nigeria, Sanwo Olu

November 11, 2020

What Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine could mean for Nigerians

When COVID-19 spiked globally and the world virtually came to a halt, people prayed for one thing – a vaccine that can curtail the virus and restore the world back to normal We have seen a number of ‘breakthrough’ in the development of a solution for the global pandemic. From engineered drugs to regular home... Read More

Coronavirus, Pfizer

November 11, 2020

Africa is proud of Okonjo-Iweala and Harris but is the society ready for what their careers demand?

When women break free of gender and social restrictions to attain lofty positions in their careers, they easily become societal jewels but it remains to be seen whether the typical African society is ready for a flux of such women. Kamala Harris’ place in history is already assured. The results of the last presidential polls... Read More

Counter Culture Blog, Deep Dive

#Election2020, Kamala Harris, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, World Bank, World Trade Organisation (WTO)

November 11, 2020

Lawsuit against #EndSARS promoters: Eye-service, mischief or hands of Esau?

Nigerians have seen all sorts of “drama” at play in the aftermath of the #EndSARS protest. While the government is busy freezing bank accounts of prominent #EndSARS promoters and seizing the passports of some; one Kenechukwu Okeke, a supposed Human Rights Activist, is filing a lawsuit against fifty prominent Nigerians who lent their voices and resources in... Read More

Kenechukwu Okeke, Lawsuit, Lawsuit against 50 #EndSARS promoters

EFCC

November 10, 2020

Make no mistakes about it; the EFCC needs urgent ‘sanctification’ too

When we examine the approach to governance in Nigeria, we would realise that a lot of things have gone wrong in the system and are in urgent need of repairs. For those who knew little or nothing about police brutality in Nigeria, the #EndSARS protest was more of an eye-opener to the rot in the police... Read More

November 10, 2020

Ogoni 9: 25 years later and the very essence of Ken Saro-Wiwa’s struggle still lives with us

Through out Nigeria’s 60-year history, one problem has remained prevalent; managing to find its way through decades and decades of political modifications, from military rule to democratic rule, back to military rule and finally our fourth republic – the issue of tyranny. The modus operandi of any working society (at least democratic) should be that... Read More

abacha, Baribor Bera, Barinem Kiobel, Daniel Gbooko, Felix Nuate, John Kpuine, Ken Saro Wiwa, Niger Delta, Nordu Eawo, Omoleye Sowore, Paul Levera, Saturday Dobee

November 10, 2020

DJ Switch fleeing for safety is proof that the government has misplaced priorities on issues of national security

With the current situation of things in the aftermath of the #EndSARS protest, one may think Nigeria is back to the military era. Not only have many young Nigerians been reportedly arrested for demanding good governance and an end to police brutality, some others have had to flee the country due to several death threats... Read More

DJ Switch, Obianuju Catherine Udeh

Alcohol Kano State

November 9, 2020

The Kano government may be imposing Sharia law on non-Muslims and we’re worried

Reports indicate that the Kano State Hisbah Board has destroyed well over 1,975,000 bottles of beer- worth over N200 million. Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, represented by his Deputy Nasiru Gawuna during the destruction exercise at Kalebawa in Dawakin Tofa Local Government, said that the consumption of alcohol and other intoxicants is forbidden in Islam. In... Read More

Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, alcohol, Hisbah, Kano State

November 9, 2020

Buba Galadima may be described as a “bitter old man,” but he has a point

According to recent reports, a former ally of President Muhammadu Buhari, Buba Galadima, Sunday, has said the Buhari regime is setting the stage for a revolution. Mr. Galadima stated this during an interview with journalists, and his statement has since sparked divergent reactions among Nigerians, with some describing him as a “bitter old man.” According... Read More

#EndSARS, Buba Galadima, Revolution

November 9, 2020

Why a Nigerian is born an activist whether they like it or not

Modupe Odele, one of the young Nigerians at the forefront of the #EndSARS agitation and a coordinator of the Legal Defense team, recently tweeted the following words: “Seeing many publications describe me as an “activist” makes me feel uncomfortable. It is like this title which you have to take up by force simply because you... Read More

#EndSARS, activist, FG, Moechivous

November 8, 2020

The Thread: Why Buhari cannot congratulate Joe Biden | #EndSARS

About 15 hours ago, Joe Biden was announced US President-elect after days of predictions and teasing moments. No one could determine who will lead the country at the beginning of the votes, it seemed like a close race. But then, numbers starting changing on the graph and more eyes turned to Biden. As expected –... Read More

Donald Turmp, Joe Biden, Muhammadu Buhari

November 8, 2020

Quit notice to Fagba shanty dwellers may escalate the problem

The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Taskforce Sunday, November 8, 2020, through the Head of Public Affairs of the task force, Taofiq Adebayo, issued a seven-day quit notice to residents of the shanties at Fagba on Abbatior Road in Oko-Oba, Agege, Lagos – claiming that the illegal structures were home to hoodlums who had destroyed property... Read More

Shanty dwellers, taskforce

Lekki-Ikoyi tollgate concessions + other headlines

November 8, 2020

Army General agrees #LekkiShooting happened, reveals more details

It was George Washington who said that the “truth will ultimately prevail where there are pains to bring it to light.” This aptly captures the events surrounding the #LekkiMassacre. Despite several attempts by the government to change the narrative of the #LekkiMassacre, overwhelming evidence has come to light to show how the truth can only... Read More

#EndSARS, CBN, FG, Rinu, Temitope Majekodunmi

November 7, 2020

It appears difficult but this perennial ASUU ‘strike festival’ can be stopped

In what has now become almost an annual ritual, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) embarked on an industrial action which has now lasted about 8 months. With no foreseeable end in sight, students in public universities in Nigeria have now lost hope in the system. And, when school resumes, the ongoing session might... Read More

ASUU, education, Federal Government, FG, strike

November 7, 2020

In search of misplaced priorities? Check Nigeria’s Aso Villa Clinic 2021 budget

During the 2021 Budget Defence at the Nigeria’s National Assembly, the Permanent Secretary of the State House, Tijani Umar claimed that the 1.3 Billion Naira budgeted for the Aso Villa Clinic was too small. “The N1.3bn is absolutely inadequate when you juxtapose the amount proposed; the labor, and the status of the principals that the... Read More

Aisha buhari, Aso villa clinic, healthcare, Tijani Umar

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