By BATOS NWADIKE General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida( IBB) recently launched his memoir in Abuja. He raised good money about seventeen billion naira and clearly delivered his message to the country. He ruled Nigeria as military president for eight years (1985- 1993). He was
The Bible upholds politics as a good thing willed by God for the well-being of humanity. It was for this good reason that St. Paul affirms that “all government comes from God” and that “The state is there to serve God for (peoples)
The role of the military and the general attitude of Nigerians during elections came under intense inquisition at the launch of two books at the Federal Capital City, Abuja last week.The books titled, Selected Readings in Internal Security and Selected Readings of Election
By ALOY EJIMAKOR Even as it is coming so late in the day, I must commend Babangida for revealing (or confirming) the following self-evident truths in his epic Book – ‘A Journey in Service’: First: That the 1966 coup was not an “Igbo
By Declan Emelumba Dr Sam Amadi’s recent deprecatory tirade against Senator Hope Uzodimma, the Governor of Imo State, was a new low for a man who had made two attempts at the governorship of Imo state in 2019 and 2023. For a man
By Cajetan Duke In Imo sociopolitical landscape ahead of 2027, Dr. Chima Matthew Amadi’s popularity has continued to blossom beyond leaps and bounds despite having not publicly declared his intention to run. The growing influence of the Umuekwunne Ngor Okpala born social entrepreneur
How did suspected herdsmen succeed in wreaking havoc on three Ebonyi communities despite assurances of safety given to them by their state government and security agencies?That is the big puzzle the federal government has to untangle in penultimate Sunday’s massacre by suspected herdsmen
BY ELOM IYKE UBOCHI Great leaders are not only great because of the greatness of their vision, ideas and achievements. They are also great because of their capacity and willingness to raise, support and galvanize others (colleagues and subordinates) to achieve great things.
Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a harmful and unnecessary practice that has been perpetuated for far too long, with devastating consequences for girls and women worldwide. The World Health Organization defines FGM as all procedures that involve partial or total
Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D The Omenuko Bridge, a vital connection for over 23 communities in Abam, Arochukwu, Ohafia, and surrounding areas, has been a lifeline for thousands of people. However, its deteriorating condition had become a significant concern, necessitating a modern and durable replacement.