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Obi Labours at Chatham House Analyzing Peter Obi’s Chatham House Speech
The presidential flag bearer of the Labour Party bolstered his already stellar reputation with an electric outing at Chatham House, but did he tell us anything about himself and his policies we did not already know? Read More...
Akin Omotoso’s ‘Rise’ is a Cinematic Triumph Review: ‘Rise’ (2023)
In Rise, Akin Omotoso shows the world a side of Nigeria not so often portrayed in the popular, soulless, franchise Nollywood of touted mediocrity. Yet, it appears that at times, the film becomes unduly cosmetic in order fulfil a Cinderella archetype. Read More...
What Does Chatham House Have to Do With Us? Why Nigerian Politicians Continue to Speak at Chatham House
Where children stand in policy is reflective of a government’s priorities even to the adult citizens who legitimize their power. Introducing civic education was the right step towards creating political awareness among children, has it accomplished its goal? Read More...
Who is the Governor of Osun State? The Osun State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has annulled the 16 July Polls
The majority judgement, read by Justice Tertse Kume, said Oyetola scored the majority lawful votes of 314,931 against Adeleke’s 290,266. Read More...
Leading the Leaders of Tomorrow Is Nigeria Committed to Securing a Future for Its Children?
Where children stand in policy is reflective of a government’s priorities even to the adult citizens who legitimize their power. Introducing civic education was the right step towards creating political awareness among children, has it accomplished its goal? Read More...
A COP of Unmet Expectations The Disappointment of COP27
Like all international climate summits, COP27 began with high hopes but will be remembered as the COP of unmet expectations. So, what’s next for the international climate community? Read More...
The God(win) of Small Things The Challenge in Finding an Apolitical Central Banker in a Partisan Landscape
Central Bank governor Godwin Emefiele has been in the news, facing challenges occasioned by his partisanship and involvement in politics. The overlying challenge moving forward is not only finding a less political replacement, but also salvaging the independence of the central bank in an overtly political landscape. Read More...
Burna Boy’s ‘Artivism’ The Political Kaleidoscope of Burna Boy’s Discography
Burna Boy’s discography paints a picture of corruption, control, and neo-colonialism in Nigeria. Read More...
‘My Favourite Nigerian Story Would Be One Told Through Food’ Ayoola Oladipupo's First Draft
Nigerian writer, Ayoola Oladipupo, is currently working on a collection of essays on food culture in Nigeria. Read this interview. Read More...
