Wikipedia says, “A political family (also referred to as a political dynasty) is a family in which multiple members are involved in politics, particularly electoral politics. Members may be related by blood or marriage; often, several generations or multiple siblings…

Everything about Nigeria always seems to have its own unique features. Politics, of course, is one of them, and by extension, the nation’s electoral process. Some practices and realities are peculiar to Nigerian politics, so much so that our political…

Beyond posters and endorsements, Kwara 2027 is quietly unfolding as a sophisticated political chessboard. If Kwara North aligns firmly with Danladi and Kwara Central stands solidly behind Kawu, could Kwara South become the decisive battleground? In this evolving contest, the…

For Ahmed Galadima Aminu, the APC primary victory is not the end of the story. It is the beginning of a greater test. The people of Adamawa will now look beyond the ticket and ask what future is being offered…

Dr Amina Salihu One thread ties the entire volume together, and it is the one announced in the title. Leading with our humanity means beginning with the recognition that the people who programmes are designed to serve are not a…

When I was younger, part of me wanted to be a doctor. But a lot of times I entertained the idea of two sitting in a sleek office, sipping tea, and looking important in front of a keyboard, a vision…

Ikechukwu Mbonye and Kelechi Mbonye are siblings who have finished serving the mandatory one-year service with the National Youth Service Corps. The siblings served in Lagos and found the experience very interesting and fulfilling. Ikechukwu said, “The one-year service exposed…

The global economy is undergoing a structural shift driven by the transition toward lower-carbon and more sustainable systems. Industries are being redefined by the move toward cleaner energy systems, circular waste models, and climate-resilient infrastructure.  However, the pace of this…

Can a stammerer be a griot? Can he tell a contrasting story? I will leave you to make your judgment… The stammerer’s full story is unfurled at the end of this piece. Scene 1 About 27 years ago, as an…

In discussions about national development in Nigeria, attention is often concentrated on politics, infrastructure, and economic reforms, while one of the most critical drivers of long-term progress receives far less recognition: mentorship in science and research. Yet, the future of…

Every year on May 25, Africans across the continent and in the diaspora celebrate Africa Day, a moment to reflect on our shared history, our struggles for liberation, and our collective aspirations for prosperity and dignity. But Africa Day 2026…

I welcome you back to the class with the above question. For clarity’s sake, we restructure it thus:     The couple got wed on Saturday.     The couple got wedded on Saturday. Now, which is correct — or wrong? Although…

When the All Progressives Congress was launched in 2013, it was presented as a coalition of opposition parties which said Nigeria deserved better leadership. The Action Congress of Nigeria, Congress for Progressive Change, All Nigeria Peoples Party, and a section…

Don’t entertain any fears that I’m about to preach to you today; not at all! The pace of the beatings of the hearts of Nigerians has increased lately, inspired by fear owing to the alarming level of terror in the…

Perhaps because Fayemi is calm, reflective, intellectual, and measured, many people misunderstand his personality and political style. In an environment where loudness is often mistaken for strength, his restraint is sometimes wrongly interpreted as weakness or indecision. Yet beneath that…