Tag: democracy
Bola Ahmed Tinubu: June 12 is our beacon in the dark
by Bola Ahmed Tinubu In the end, there is no end. That is the essential lesson of June 12. A ...
Tatalo Alamu: Nigeria’s democracy is merely a political roadshow
by Tatalo Alamu Whenever democracy becomes this routinised and ritualised, you can be sure that it has been emptied of ...
Opinion: Happy Children’s Day to the kids at 30
by Gimba Kakanda May 27 is a moment to reflect, very soberly, on the lies we were told at Parade Grounds ...
Democracy, democracy – & more in today’s round-up with Cheta Nwanze
by Chxta ….Our own job in this arrangement, is to make sure that the government do their jobs, which is why we must ...
NGF election: “Today our democracy was tested and proven” – Amaechi gives acceptance speech; Akpabio rejects outcome
by Isi Esene In a curious twist to the conclusion of the Nigerian Governor’s Forum election of which the governor ...
Opinion: How our legal system in Nigeria become the bastard child
by Ayo Sogunro Don’t get fooled by the litigious nature of today’s topic. Frankly, we don’t like lawyers much. They ...
Bola Tinubu: State of emergency – President Jonathan’s ploy to subvert constitutional democracy
by Bola Tinubu If development is about the people, all measures put in place for the sustenance and maintenance of ...
Opinion: Democracy has enshrined bad leadership in Nigeria
by Simon Sylvester Shanum Fast forward fourteen years later and we are still searching for one key ingredient needed for development ...
Opinion: The evolution of our democracy – A few thoughts
by Tunde Leye The PDP’s early dominance, the fragmented and often individualistic opposition, the patronage system in politics, the more ...
Opinion: Influencing policy: Where is our organised lobby?
by Chijioke Kaduru Lobbying has internationally become acclaimed as a part of representative democracy and like other democratic institutions, lobbying ...
Cheta Nwanze: On freedom of expression (Y! FrontPage)
To my knowledge, Mr. Uzochukwu’s article has been removed from this site after he made a request to its editor. ...
Opinion: ‘Speak and let others speak’ – The cost of freedom of speech
by Myar Kalsaki-Kamag There must be a renewed vigor in elevated levels of maturity that allow us to come to ...
Japheth Omojuwa: Activists and active citizens: A new order (YNaija FrontPage)
When I get referred to as an activist and I remember the stories of the real heroes of our democracy, ...
Temie Giwa: On self government (YNaija FrontPage)
America has its problems, many of them major and possibly fatal, however its democracy seems to work most of the ...
Hauwa Gambo: All I want to say is, thank you, America (YNaija Frontpage)
Whether the rest of the world hates America’s guts or not, they have to admit those guys know how to ...
UNILAG or MAULAG? Bill seeking name-change passes second reading
by Isi Esene Students and Alumni of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) continue to wallow in suspense as the bill ...
Temie Giwa: A silent National Assembly (YNaija FrontPage)
How can a multi millionaire understand the pressing plight of the average Nigerian when his or her life is so ...
Opinion: Between youth and violence
by Emmanuel Onwubiko and Nneka Okonkwo From all indication, youth unemployment is a menace in Nigeria and constitutes a real ...
Iyinoluwa Aboyeji: Between patriotism and truthfulness (YNaija FrontPage)
Step on their necks till they can’t breathe Claim they five stars but sell ...
Opinion: The bad example from the Nigerian Bar Association
by Azuka Onwuka Lawyers call themselves learned men. They take pride in that. Other professions don’t like that self-proclaimed laurel, ...
Iyinoluwa Aboyeji: The language of change (YNaija FrontPage)
“Make over offices/Then take over all of it” – Jay Z (Corporate Takeover) I ...
“Without PDP, the Republic will collapse” – President Jonathan
by Adeniyi Abdul Nigerians don’t appreciate the Peoples Democratic Party enough; if President Jonathan’s latest words are anything to go ...
Funke Aboyade: Are we really ready for democracy?
Frankly, we are only proving true the axiom that Nigerians have short memories. How else can one explain our ...
Dele Momodu: The MKO Abiola name has elevated the Unilag brand
by Dele Momodu Fellow Nigerians, please, let me say it the way it is said in African traditional societies, Chief ...
YNaija Editorial: Who says this is not a democracy?
In the seemingly endless battle for the soul of Nigeria (whatever and wherever that is), both sides – or all ...
The September Standard
- Unlock a Healthier You: Essential Resources for Holistic Well-being
- How Your Diet Could Be Making Your Snoring Worse
- Celebrating Nigerian Trailblazers: Inspiring Women in Fashion
- Silk: Unraveling Threads of Elegance and Innovation
- Grammy Awards 2024 Red Carpet Fashion: Hits and Misses that Stole the Spotlight
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy