Perspectives
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Corruption: A phenomenon that must never define Nigeria, by Tope Fasua
I jumped right into typing this midway through reading a long‑bookmarked article, which I thought could offer insights into the workings of Nigerian local governments, drawing from experiences from that level of government in other countries – especially the advanced ones. The article – written by a Nigerian and a Briton with some credential around Africa – simply regaled about…
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The saga of unbreakable Uncle Sam, by Dare Babarinsa
Sam Amuka-Pemu (Sad Sam) has staying power. He has remained a prominent Nigerian for more than half a century. In 1967, when he was appointed editor of the Sunday Times, he was just 32. Before then, he had been the editor of Spear magazine, also published by the Daily Times group. In 1973, he collaborated with Chief Olu Aboderin, a…
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Israel vs Iran: What is Nigeria’s foreign policy thrust? By Bola Bolawole
“Countries have no permanent friends or enemies but permanent interests” – Lord Palmerston, 19th century British Prime Minister. I was aghast when I read of Nigeria poking her nose into the scuffle between Israel and Iran. What is our own, as they say, in the long-standing enemity between Jews (Israelis) and Persians (Iranians)? Is our beef ethnic, economic, political, religious,…
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Between LASTMA officials and an asthma patient, by Chiemelie Offor
Let me share this here. Of this incident that happened a few hours ago. I wasn’t supposed to stop. But I did. There was chaos just ahead of the supermarket gate somewhere in Surulere. A black Toyota Corolla was surrounded by three LASTMA officials. The driver, mid-40s, shirt soaked in sweat, kept pacing between them. And something in his voice…
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What is Netenyahu’s end game? By Carrick Ryan
Most experts seem to agree that while Israeli airstrikes will damage some facilities, the most crucial targets remain out of reach of Israeli weapons. The Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant (FFEP), for example – an underground uranium enrichment facility located near Qom – is built deep within a mountain, hundreds of meters below the ground. The IDF currently have no known…
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Don’t give up on diplomacy with Iran, by Ali Vaez
…to avoid a wider war, America should push for a nuclear deal On June 13, Israel initiated a series of airstrikes and covert operations against Iranian nuclear sites and military officials. Dubbed Operation Rising Lion, this sophisticated and multilayered campaign followed days of speculation about an impending assault. So far, the attacks have damaged Iran’s Natanz and Isfahan nuclear facilities…
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Kola Abiola’s painful truth: a legacy denied, a wound reopened, by Olugbenga Ojo
In a recent reflection that has stirred both empathy and controversy, Kola Abiola, first son of the late Chief MKO Abiola, laid bare his frustrations with Nigeria’s political history and the refusal of former President Goodluck Jonathan to honour a man many Nigerians still regard as the symbol of their democracy. “I hold no grudge against IBB,” Kola said, referring…
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Understanding flash flooding and Lagos State’s climate resilience strategy, by Babajide Fadoju
In recent years, flash flooding has become a recurring nightmare for many Lagos residents. As skies darken and the heavens release torrential rain, what begins as a routine downpour often escalates into waterlogged roads, submerged homes, and disrupted daily life. While these events may seem sudden and random, they are part of a larger pattern driven by climate change, rapid…
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Insecurity and calls for border fence in Nigeria: an appraisal, by Olakunle Osisanya
IntroductionAt a security conference organized by the Nigerian National Assembly on Tuesday, 3rd June 2025, the Nigerian Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, highlighted the imperatives of patriotism, good governance, local government autonomy, a comprehensive identity database, and border management, emphasizing fencing Nigeria’s land borders to curb insecurity. Due to frustrations with the ongoing Boko Haram insurgency and…
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With Tinubu, new Nigeria beckons, by Kola Amzat
Suddenly, there is a new wave of optimism all across the length and breadth of Nigeria that the country is poised to bounce back. Nigerians are dreaming again of the restoration of unity, harmony and togetherness that resonated amongst more than 300 ethnic groups across the country, pre Nigerian Independence. Everyone seems gearing up for renaissance Nigeria particularly with a…
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