New Dawn Nigerian Election 2003 ..This brings me to the second option, peaceful elections in 2003. How can this be achieved?... By Kede Aihie December 2002
Politics As Motor Park Thuggery Nigerian poverty is socially manufactured and politically distributed... By Abba Gana Shettima December 2002
INEC Finally Passes Some Constitutional Tests Sunday Musings In short, INEC is now reluctantly what it is supposed to be in the first instance: a facilitating, democratic recordation body... By Dr. Mobolaji Aluko, PhD December 2002
Forgiveness Insights and Observations But, when we err we expect to be forgiven! Truth is, it's hard to forgive... By Ufuoma Odiete December 2002
A Dash For Mammon
Inside a Nigerian Religious Scam The good shepherd was so selfish that during the two anniversaries marked by the church, not even snacks were offered to guests.... By John Igbokwe December 2002
Religious (In)Tolerance and the National Question Mid Week Essay Furthermore, by bringing the religious riots to Abuja, that capital city has lost its virginity as the central, secular capital city of Nigeria....... By Dr. Mobolaji Aluko, PhD December 2002
How Love Should Be... Observations and Insights But are there any rules as to how to act when in love? And if there are, who made them any way? ....... By Ufuoma Odiete December 2002
Despair in Edo State The people of Edo can no longer be fooled. It is time to wake up to reality of the likely removal and possible jail term for fraud and deception by Gov. Igbinedion....... By Dr. Efe Igbinosa December 2002
The Miss World Saga: Lessons to be Learnt A Final Word If Nigeria is to be taken seriously in hosting future events, perhaps we need to put our house in order....... By Kede Aihie December 2002
Peace On Earth
Why can’t the 6 billion people on this earth get along with each other?.... By Gist December 2002
The State of the African Continent and the Way Forward A Speech at the Odu'a Organisation of Michigan's Annual Gala Night 2002 One urgent matter which should be addressed is how to reverse the negative image of Nigeria and Nigerians.... By Prof. Ibrahim Agboola Gambari December 2002
Don’t Give Up on Nigeria: There’s Hope Press Release What is making the difference? Education.... By Fred Mednick, Ed.D & Manny Aniebonam, Ph.D December 2002
Kaduna Killings Not In My Name A Moslem Voice Do we have to constantly debase our God-given life over inanities?...... By Kayode Mufutau Ogunbunmi December 2002
The Impotent State Beauty Contests, Religion & Politics The injustice of corruption arises from the Centre’s convenient paralysis of will to punish it!... By John Igbokwe December 2002
Senator Francis Arthur Nzeribe Writes of His Riches Star Disclosure by publishing the above financial statements, Senator Francis Arthur Nzeribe has displayed both panache and chutzpah that is worth commending...... By Dr. Mobolaji Aluko, PhD November 2002
Code of Violence Beauty Contests, Religion & Politics ...fanaticism is reigning supreme in this land, it might not survive this burden...... By Samuel Onipede, PhD November 2002
Beauty and the beast of intolerance in Nigeria Editorial - Houston Chronicle A society that tolerates the murder of innocents, or incitement to murder, as the interpretation of due and legitimate response is a society that is breaking apart beyond all remedy...... By Wole Soyinka November 2002
Is Nigeria Cursed? Beauty Contests, Religion & Politics ...“why is it that a country that is so blessed with intellectuals, mineral and natural resources is finding it difficult to manage her affairs ...... by Alfred Obiora Uzokwe November 2002
Extremism and Irresponsibility Versus Isioma Daniel Beauty Contests, Religion & Politics ...an average Nigerian knows that this current unrest has more to do with politics than religion... By Samuel Onipede, PhD November 2002
The Great Tribulation Sunday Spirituality Just what specific things should be expected in the great tribulation?... By Terfa Garba November 2002
Corruption, Fraud and Mismanagement of Billions of Naira
Petition against Chief Lucky Nosakhare Igbinedion Governor Igbinedion spent over N15 million to clear 5 motorcycles. Sir, this defies financial logic... By Dr. Efe Igbinosa November 2002
Being Happy Insights and Observations If we keep waiting for someone to make us feel happy then we probably will never feel that inner joy... By Ufuoma Odiete November 2002
A Reflection on Community Sovereign Conference An Open Letter to Fellow Nigerians - Part V Nigerians must understand that as at today, our political arrangement is still of a slave colony..... By Sam Abbd Israel November 2002
Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos may collapse? A few months ago, experts reported that the multi-billion naira Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos, had developed structural problems..... By Alfred Uzokwe November 2002
As It Was In The Days Of Noah Sunday Spirituality Today many still reject the word of God, just as fatally as in the days of Noah........ By Terfa Garba November 2002
Self-Imposed Restrictions Insights and Observations ..once you can stop focusing on that spot, you'll start to see other opportunities..... by Ufuoma Odiete November 2002
2002 National Year of Sovereign Conferences - Third Quarter Review
An Open Letter to Fellow Nigerians - IV At this stage, one is forced to begin to question ones mental state and to seek assistance of medical professional colleagues..... by Sam Abbd Israel October 2002
Our Continent Azania (Part 6) Ganja Speaks! At the heart of every civilization is a knowledge system which must be refined if the culture of the people is to progress... By Ganja Ekeh October 2002
Five Facts You Ought To Know Sunday Spirituality As you journey along life's path way , it is very important that you know these facts.... By Terfa Garba October 2002
ENOUGH IS ENOUGH ! Press Release That Egbé Omo Yorùbá sees the ongoing farce in Abuja regarding the impeachment of President Olusegun Obasanjo as a ruse..... By Egbé Omo Yorùbá October 2002
The song of Harry Akande OPINION, Daily Trust (Abuja) Chief Harry Akande is one of the very few politicians I would hence forth pay attention to............. By Abubakar Gimba September 2002
Speaker Na'abba, Hon. Obande and the ICPC Star Allegations There are very serious, serious charges against our Speaker of the House, Hon. Ghali Umar Na'Abba (PDP, Kano, Kano Municipal Constituency, aged 44.... with comments by Mobolaji Aluko September 2002
INEC Fails A Simple Electoral Democracy Test Monday Quarterbacking
Three years now since he took over...., Uncle Abel had not been able to add a single Nigerian citizen to the electoral roll until Thursday, September 12, 2002.......... By Mobolaji Aluko, PhD September 2002
The African Hypocrites ...what is the secret behind this type of religious devotion, faithfulness and fundamentalism?......... By Sam Abbd Israel September 2002
Beachcomber/DISCO 80 Short Takes - Life in the 80's In the early 80's there was this programme on NTA2 channel 5 called BEACHCOMER, presented by Sam Shonibare.......... By Kennih Osinowo September 2002
Building Self Confidence Insights and Observations Self confidence is believing in yourself despite what others think..... By Ufuoma Odiete September 2002
Our Continent Azania (Part 5) Ganja Speaks! In much fewer words than those, a people's net worth is their culture.... By Ganja Ekeh August 2002
Stoning The Amina Lawal Sharia Sentence He said let the first one without sin cast the first stone...... By Gist August 2002
Overcoming Powerlessness and Hopelessness An Open Letter to Nigerians in the Diaspora - Part VI When we wrote the first letter titled, A Wake Up Call to Nigerians in the Diaspora, we had no idea that it would stretch this far..... By Sam Abbd Israel August 2002
How To Listen Insights and Observations The key to life however, is actually in listening. Not just hearing, but listening..... By Ufuoma Odiete August 2002
Starving South Africa Five million people in Zimbabwe are on the verge of starvation thanks to the Mugabe dictatorship's policy........... By Gist August 2002
Our Continent Azania (Part 4) Ganja Speaks! It is the quiet beating of a bata drum that provides the opportunity for order where chaos might have found a nesting place.... By Ganja Ekeh August 2002
Our Continent Azania (Part 3) Ganja Speaks! Certainly, you will recall, Obata'nla had "followed the wrong star" but had been guided by the right spirits..... By Ganja Ekeh August 2002
If Zimbabwe is not interested...... Dear Mr. President, At the on going Commonwealth Games, the number of Nigerians that have deserted our country is alarming......... By Bolade Oyebolu August 2002
The Social Revolution of Nigeria
An Open Letter to Nigerians in the Diaspora - Part V In this letter we intend to draw your attention to the common-sense concept and meaning of Social Revolution.... By Sam Abbd Israel July 2002
Our Continent Azania (Part 2) Ganja Speaks! Oduduwa, you must remember, had also searched for fertile plains away from the Nile Valley after his cousin, Lamidi, had that little problem with the Meccans..... By Ganja Ekeh July 2002
Our Continent Azania (Part 1) Ganja Speaks! For one to understand Africa, one must have a comprehensive account of the value of African currency.... By Ganja Ekeh July 2002
The Right Reaction Insights and Observations Although we can't choose the situations we're in, we most definetly can choose our attitude towards them.... By Ufuoma Odiete July 2002
The God of Gani Fawehinmi and Nigerian Politics
It bothers me as a Nigerian and a Christian, when intelligent people, unable to mount convincing argument or explanation, try to escape logic by invoking the will of God...... By Muyiwa Sobo July 2002
Misappropriation of Public Funds - Edo State Dear Mr. President, We condemn the widespread corruption in Edo State as revealed by the people of the state .... By Dr. Efe Igbinosa July 2002
On Transition and Transformation (For Pauline Opango) Chinua Achebe once laid the problems of Nigeria squarely and fairly at the doorstep of inept leadership..... By Adebayo Williams July 2002
Interpretations Imagine That! ..Lastly, my dear Dudu-Yemi, you have no problems at all... By Andrew Iyere Abulu June 2002
Is There Hope? Sunday Spirituality on NgEX! "God means it when he says, "the blood of Jesus christ cleanses us from all sin"... By Terfa Garba June 2002
2002: National Year of Sovereign Conferences: Mid-Year Review An Open Letter to Fellow Nigerians - Part III it says it is the duty of a diviner to relay the message of an oracle to a consulting deaf repeatedly and loudly too..... By Sam Abbd Israel June 2002
Growing Relationships Insights and Observations ...growing a relationship takes time and also a lot of effort and patience.... By Ufuoma Odiete June 2002
Two Days to Live Sunday Spirituality on NgEX! ...and state that in my opinion, it will be a welcome event ... By Terfa Garba June 2002
The Power of a Smile Insights and Observations The power of a smile is immeasurable and it's value is priceless.... By By Ufuoma Odiete June 2002
Re: M.K.O. Abiola National Stadium Open Letter to Mr. President Sir, name the new national stadium in Abuja in memory of Chief Abiola....... By Dr. Toks Owoeye June 2002
Nigeria's Crashing-Out of World Cup 2002 Monday Quarterbacking I could care less who is on our soccer team, provided it wins matches.... By Mobolaji Aluko, PhD June 2002
Seeking a Political Solution After the Supreme Court Ruling Star Article Of importance is the fact that the onshore -offshore dichotomy, which had been abolished since 1991, was again introduced by the Supreme Court decision.... June 2002
In Times Like This
An Open Letter to the Religious Leaders of Nigeria This letter is not written lightly but with due reverence to and an in-depth understanding of the issues at stake....... By Sam Abbd Israel June 2002
The May Month that Shook Nigeria Monday Quarterbacking " The month of May 1967 in the affairs of Nigeria was as dynamic and turbulent as any other in our history.... By Mobolaji Aluko, PhD June 2002
More on Resource Control - A Few "Last Words" Mid Week Essay Periodically, I give over my Essays to others whose contributions I wish to highlight.... By Mobolaji Aluko, PhD May 2002
2003 and Beyond: Some Suggestions Undoubtedly, Nigerians deserve a much better deal from their leaders and cannot be blamed for expecting such.... By Kenneth Muoghalu May 2002
Testament of a Wasted Generation An Open Letter to the Youth of Nigeria It is the desire of this writer to help you to see the challenges ahead of you... By Sam Abbd Israel May 2002
The Case of Nigerian Airways and Insufficient Fuel Mid Week Essay Apparently cash-strapped, the Airways' staff resorted to soliciting financial assistance in form of loans from the stranded passengers.... By Mobolaji Aluko, PhD May 2002
Why Worry? Insights and Observations I mean, it's not as if worrying has ever brought any result.... By Ufuoma Odiete May 2002
On The Farris Wheel ..after all our country has the dubious honour of being one of the most corrupt nations in the world ... By Kayode Ogunbunmi May 2002
A Stubborn INEC, Looking for Trouble Saturday Essay It is very clear that we have a very stubborn Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).... By Mobolaji Aluko, PhD May 2002
Lessons in Life Insights and Observations For every lesson we miss, we lose the opportunity to better ourselves... By Ufuoma Odiete May 2002
Slumbering Africans Wake Up! what has the continent gained or lost from the various intercourses with peoples of the so-called 'superior race'? ... By Sam Abbd Israel April 2002
These “BoldFace” Committees’ Explanations…! Monday Quarterbacking I am beginning to get a little bit ticked off about official “committees” reaction to corruption in Nigeria.... By Mobolaji Aluko, PhD April 2002
Mutilating Girls WAKE UP insecure men of Africa; if you can't keep your reproduction partners sexually satisfied, that is your problem..... By Gist April 2002
Nigeria's Moment of Truth The first task of the moment is repentance. Each Nigerian must go back to his/her primary family and make peace... By Sam Abbd Israel April 2002
The Year I Became A Woman A Daughters Story What do you do when your mom has cancer?. ... By Uchenna Nwakile April 2002
Forming Political Parties and Alliances It appears, unfortunately, that the mentality of many of the old political actors has not improved a bit. ... By Stephen Lampe April 2002
Fear and Social Revolution An Open Letter To Nigerians in the Diaspora - Part IV It is my pleasure once again to gravitate into your safe and secure planetary Internet space... By Sam Abbd Israel April 2002
The Ungodly Religious Nation A lot of anger will be felt by all those who hold strongly to the view that religion is an untouchable ‘sacred’ subject... By Sam Abbd Israel March 2002
The Awakened World of Nigerian Writers An Open Letter To Nigerian Writers - Part II It is not our intention to ruffle egocentric feathers... By Sam Abbd Israel March 2002
South Africa Ends Nigeria's Apartheid The Political Economy of New York to Lagos Flight The expected Jacob and Esau sibling rivalry for continental ascendancy never materialized ... By Emmanuel Ogebe, Esq. March 2002
What is Success? Insights and Observations Is it by the amount of money one has or assets acquired ?... By Ufuoma Odiete March 2002
They Gambled And Lost! Sunday Spirituality The way to heaven is not through rules,religious doctrines, good works or even self-control.... By Terfa Garba March 2002
Discovering and Applying Talent Insights and Observations Everyone has great potential in them. EVERYONE!! ... By Ufuoma Odiete March 2002
That Obasanjo Interview & Twelve Headlines Monday Quarterbacking Suppose I was a mischievous newspaper editor reporting the interview... By Mobolaji Aluko, PhD February 2002
The Game Called Love Thoughts For Valentines Day Love exists in various forms... By Michael Oluwagbemi February 2002
The Macabre Circus of Keyamo’s Arrest Sunday Musings I am now urging the Nobel laureate to intervene righteously in this unfolding mess... By Mobolaji Aluko, PhD February 2002
Learning From Nature Insights and Observations A plant can only be healthy if it's well taken care of... By Ufuoma Odiete February 2002
There Are No Mistakes In Life Observations and Insights Even things we realise we could have done better aren't mistakes but lessons... By Ufuoma Odiete February 2002
Personal Encounters with Uncle Bola Monday Quarterbacking Why did Chief Ige move from PDP to APP to AD?
By Mobolaji Aluko, PhD February 2002
A Curse of Corrupt Vigilante Politics My essential argument in that July piece was for the disbandment of all vigilante groups inside Nigeria.
By John Igbokwe January 2002
Of Facts, Fiction, And Distractions Press Release ...I repeat, I do not believe for one second the story of how Fryo walked into his Keyamo's chambers.
By Wole Soyinka January 2002
Fr(a)yo’s Bombshell and the Cat’s Bell Sunday Musings "I did not murder, but I was asked to do so by so, so, so and so!"
By Mobolaji Aluko, PhD January 2002
Ajibola Ige - An Ecumenical Spirit Soyinka's Funeral Oration for Ige THE murderers are among us. Let no one be in any doubt...
Forwarded by Mobolaji Aluko January 2002
Male Amebos Love Wars ...men's gossiping is as venomous as snakebite.... By Eko Sista January 2002
Fact or Fiction Imagine That! Megatron’s strategic solution to this problem was to own the five MONKI towns. By Andrew Iyere Abulu January 2002
The Two Fold Way
Sunday Spirituality Our lord's mission on earth was to give his life and shed his blood for our salvation.
By Terfa Garba January 2002
Saying Thank You Insights and Observations A little gratitude and acknowledgement for whatever we've done gives us the encouragement... By Ufuoma Odiete January 2002
Mr President, Dishonourable Speaker "Obasanjo is a liar. He is a wily old man". - Ghali Umar Na'Abba. By Abdulrazaque Bello-Barkindo January 2002
Heal Nigeria, Oh God! On December 8, 2001, Festus Madukaife of Awka North... was reportedly murdered.. By John Igbokwe January 2002
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