Perspectives
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Tasks before the new Inspector-General of Police — by Bola Bolawole
It is no longer news that Kayode Egbetokun has ceased to be Nigeria’s topmost police officer; the new sheriff in town, as it were, is Olatunji Disu. The change of batons took place less than a month ago. It was a case of one “family member” handing over to another “family member”. Both Egbetokun and Disu had served, respectively, as…
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The problem with Dele Momodu runs deep, deeper than most realize — by Femifoluwa Ladehl
It’s the same issue that plagued Yinka Odumakin, Rauf Aregbesola, Babafemi Ojudu and the recently deceased Afenifere leader, Ayo Adebanjo. They were never satisfied with basking in the warmth of the sun; they craved entry into its thermonuclear core, only to get scorched. Now, they’re charred and disgraced, leaving a trail of mess wherever they turn. This is a spontaneous…
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The Imam, too, must crosscheck his facts — by Garba Shehu
It is widely believed in the Muslim world (and even among non-followers of the religion) that the rise of the digital media has exposed Islam in its true form and meaning directly to the world, through Islamic scholars, lectures, personal testimonies and translations of the Qur’an that people can access with few clicks, after centuries of sometimes deliberate misrepresentation of…
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UK state visit: The snub that never happened — by Abiodun Olufowobi
Nigerian political commentary has a fascinating rhythm. When the nation is embarrassed abroad, the analysis arrives instantly and in great abundance. But when the nation is honoured, the reaction can be remarkably restrained. One might almost think that disappointment is easier to celebrate than dignity. Imagine for a moment that word had leaked that, for whatever reason, the United Kingdom…
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General Christopher Musa is fiddling while Rome is burning — by Japhet Omojuwa
President Bola Tinubu appointed Gen. Christopher Musa (rtd) to help organise our military into a potent force. A fine General who had just been retired from service. His appointment was celebrated by all and sundry. It looked like a breath of fresh air. What does he do? He is out here wearing GCGM on his cap. The first time I…
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NEWS ANALYSIS: Why Tinubu’s state visit is important to United Kingdom — by Chris Adetayo
Today, King Charles will play host to President Bola Tinubu. The first State Visit between both countries in over 3 decades. The frenzy of activities ahead of the visit on both sides is eye-popping. But why now? Why is the UK rolling out the red carpet for the Nigerian President? The short answer is France. Since he took office nearly…
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Papa Ajasco: The mix of ignorance and entitlement — by Fidelis Duker
The core issue that needs addressing in the Nigerian entertainment industry is a dangerous and growing trend of historical revisionism. It is the mistaken belief held by some actors that after being hired to perform a role, they somehow acquire ownership of the character they played. This sense of entitlement often leads to public campaigns of gaslighting against producers who…
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Governance is bigger than one battle — by Kayode Adebiyi
For almost twenty years, Nigeria has been fighting a painful, exhausting war against insurgency and banditry. Lives have been lost. Communities have been displaced. Emotions run high, as they should. But somewhere along the line, a troubling expectation has crept into our national thinking: that the president must drop everything else and focus only on this war. That expectation, though…
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The political misadventure of Bob Dee: A tale of regret and misguided ambitions — by Yahaya Balogun
In the heart of Nigerian political turmoil, we find Bob Dee, a man profoundly weighed down by the heavy cloak of regret that wraps around him like a shroud. Bob Dee was a strong political ally of the current occupant of Aso Rock, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, during the fight against the annulment of the June 12 election, which the…
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After Bashar Sani’s death, the North must finally confront its own monsters — by Yushau A. Shuaib
The heartbreaking murder of Malam Bashar Sani, a senior administrator at the College of Education, Maru, is yet another grim reminder of the tragedy consuming Northern Nigeria. Despite paying more than ₦25.7 million in ransom—alongside motorcycles, phones, and airtime—to secure the release of his abducted family members over several years, he was eventually killed by the same bandits he had…
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