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Opinion

We Are Better Together: A Caution to the Advocates of Separation

It must first be clearly stated that the North’s preference for Nigerian unity is not because it is incapable of standing on its own, nor because it is uniquely dependent on the present federal arrangement for its existence. Historically, the North demonstrated a strong capacity for political cohesion and governance under the regional system, where the Caliphate produced the Premier and the Sultanate provided the Governor. With a vast, geographically contiguous landmass, a dominant lingua franca and largely shared religious and cultural frameworks, a substantial part of Northern Nigeria has historically functioned as a coherent political space.

Impending Crisis Within the APC

When a political party becomes a safe haven for every power-seeker and opportunistic defector, when individuals lacking genuine conviction flock like moths to the allure of authority, disaster is inevitable. Any organization founded on greed and self-interest is destined to crumble. The evidence is everywhere—politicians from all sides are converging on the ruling party. Governors, senators, and former adversaries now speak with a united voice. Their motivations are not rooted in patriotism or shared beliefs, but rather in personal gain. Their alignment with the APC is not a matter of ideology; it is a calculated move to maintain influence in the corridors where national resources are distributed.
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Christian Genocide and the Conspiracy Against Nigeria  

It is well-documented that Christians in Nigeria have experienced significant targeting and fatalities at the hands of Islamist terrorist groups such as Boko Haram and ISWAP over the past 14 years. However, it is equally important to note that Muslims have also been targeted and killed by these same groups during this period.

NUPENG, Dangote and the Road Less Traveled  

Strikes in Nigeria have become less of reform tools and more of blackmail strategies. From NUBIFE to ASUU to NUPENG, the pattern is the same. Leaders posture as defenders of the masses, but their actions cripple the very people they claim to represent. When NUPENG withdraws services, Abuja politicians grumble but survive. The real devastation is on the street, where every Nigerian is forced to pay more, suffer more, and adjust more.

Fuel Distribution: Is NUPENG a National Security Threat? 

The ongoing Dangote-NUPENG dispute underscores broader questions regarding the balance between corporate autonomy and union power in Nigeria’s energy sector. As both parties invoke legal rights and economic imperatives, the ultimate outcome carries significant implications for the nation’s fuel distribution and industrial relations climate. However, the question is: what best serves the national interest?

The PDP, Wike, and the Media 

Supportive media coverage can inadvertently validate disparaging remarks or aggressive criticism directed at political adversaries. When platforms, particularly those in bed with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), provide extensive airtime to statements that undermine opposition party unity or target specific individuals, the result may be an erosion of internal cohesion. In the case of the PDP, frequent media reporting on internal disagreements—particularly those involving high-profile figures like Wike -- can contribute to perceptions of division and crisis, regardless of the underlying realities. 

Defending Ourselves Against Atrocities 

It may be beneficial for the Nigerian State and its citizens to consider different approaches to achieving lasting peace. Peace agreements made when armed groups are experiencing difficulties, which could potentially provide them with opportunities to regroup or reinforce their positions, may not contribute effectively to sustainable peace.

Constitutional Impediments to President Jonathan’s Candidacy 

These days it is commonly discussed at virtually every political forum of the need to draft former President Goodluck...