Stop Celebrating The Democracy That Nigeria Does Not Have
Nigeria is only one of probably two countries in the world with a democracy day. The other is Cape Verde. The respect that Nigeria pays to democracy is an irony…
Tunde Chris Odediran studied and practiced journalism in Nigeria. He is now a Technical Communications and Information Technology professional in the United States.
Nigeria is only one of probably two countries in the world with a democracy day. The other is Cape Verde. The respect that Nigeria pays to democracy is an irony…
In preparation for my high school alumni reunion, I have been poring over content that make me shudder at the shoddiness in the once famous Nigerian schools, as all levels…
Most reactions tailing the horrific murder of a female student in Sokoto State are emotional. After emotions subside, Nigerians will likely move on. We have seen religions murders too many…
Something has been wrong with politics in Nigeria but we have always managed to get by without destroying the delicate fabric of democracy. Until now. Major political parties now have…
Optimism is an energy in Nigeria no metre can measure. It is the ability to cling to quantum hope that has kept the nation afloat in its turbulent sea. But…
Nigeria’s failure to make the World Cup in Qatar is an emphatic statement about us. We are talented, but can be mediocre. We are industrious, but are often unprepared. We…
Just one of the three critical problems facing Nigeria right now would easily crush governments in other countries, but the Nigerian system is too resilient to crumble. Government officials have…
Nations show strength, depth and advancement in times of crises. Capability and maturity are proven when faced with difficult tasks, decisions and complex organization of resources. Nations that hit the…
Politics is not working as it should for most Nigerians and we need a better one. Politics is the manufacturing plant of ideas that set societies on the journey into…
China’s lavish spending on Africa is ending and all Nigeria has to show for billions of dollars in debt is a bunch of uncompleted projects, hidden repayment terms and a…