Perspectives
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Who are the Musketeers Masquerading for Adeleke in APC? By Cornelius Boulus
The false claims that Governor Ademola Adeleke has defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and that President Bola Tinubu begged him to join the party have been debunked. It has been established that President Tinubu did not promise Adeleke an automatic ticket, nor is he aware of the fake claims of the Osun governor joining APC. A few party…
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Buhari never sacrificed hierarchical order for personal relationship, by Festus Keyamo
The passing of late President Muhammadu Buhari has evoked different emotions and reactions from the length and breadth of Nigeriaand even beyond. This is expectedly so because he was one of only two persons in the history of our country who had the opportunity togovern this country twice – first as Military Head of State and later as a democratically-elected…
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Buhari carried burdens of leadership without complaint, by Bola Tinubu
Today, we gather under a heavy shadow, drawn from the silence surrounding a departed leader and from the immense weight of a life whose absence will be felt for generations. We meet to honour a man whose presence once commanded this room, whose voice summoned the best in us, and whose convictions never bowed, even to the strongest winds of…
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Why I follow Tinubu: A case for critical thinking in leadership, by Kayode Adebiyi
I have decided to put this out because I’m constantly asked why I support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and believe he’s the right leader for Nigeria at this critical time, and even as we move towards 2027. Rather than repeat myself endlessly, I’ll now refer people to this post whenever the question comes up. My support isn’t based on emotion…
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Beyond politics: The enduring legacy of Tinubu and Buhari’s bond, by Jewel Ifunanya
I’ve been writing this post since Tuesday —pausing often as waves of emotion overcame me. This isn’t just a tribute. It’s the story of a friendship that went beyond politics, beyond power, beyond this world. A friendship that seemed sealed with something far deeper than words—almost like an oath. This is how you honour a friend. This is how you…
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Awujale: Between tradition and religion, by Niyi Tabiti
When the late Alake of Egbaland, Oba Oyebade Lipede, took his final royal bow at age 90 in 2005, you’d think everything would end smoothly—after all, Baba lived long, enjoyed well, and reigned in style. But no, that’s where the drama started. As soon as Lipede passed, his wife, Mama Ade, practically japa’d with the king’s body. Her mission? To…
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Why true leadership in Nigeria can’t be measured in 8 years, by Abu Sidiq
Toward the end of his time in office, former President Muhammadu Buhari (May his soul rest in peace) shared an insightful view on governing Nigeria. He acknowledged the reality of leadership in Nigeria, where doing your best may still not be enough. This moment of honesty came from a man known more for his stoic demeanor than self-reflection. Yet within…
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Buhari deserves respect, not Omatseye’s poisoned pen, by Olalekan Adigun
I read Sam Omatseye’s Monday column and could only shake my head in disbelief. What else, if not a fit of uncontrolled madness, could compel a man to launch such a vitriolic attack on the dead barely 24 hours after their passing? At 64, and as Chairman of the Editorial Board of The Nation newspaper, one would expect Omatseye to…
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Tribute to Muhammadu Buhari, a true statesman, by Femi Gbajabiamila
From the moment I received the news of the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari, I was left with a profound sense of bereavement and a consciousness of a loss that is too deep for words. I considered President Muhammadu Buhari a friend and a father figure. He was a man of dignity and integrity, steadfast in his resolve and…
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Too hard to please: The tragedy of Nigerian leadership and followership, by Tony Ogbetere
It is often said that Nigerians are some of the most difficult people to govern. No matter how much a leader tries, there will always be those who say it was not enough. The death of former President Muhammadu Buhari has brought this truth back into the spotlight. While many came out to mourn him sincerely, it is also shocking…
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