July 2023

Europe Lacks The Morality To Pontificate For Africa

Europe Lacks The Morality To Pontificate For Africa

July 20, 2023 4:50 am

History records the insidious machinations of European Imperialism in Africa, known as the Scramble for Africa, or the New Imperialism era, from 1881 to 1914. This infamous period saw Europe exert oppressive control over almost 90% of Africa, where only Ethiopia and Liberia remained independent. Driven by covetous ambitions for natural resources, national prestige, rivalry, and religious zeal, European powers wreaked havoc on African lands, leaving an indelible scar on the continent’s history.

In a cruel irony, the Berlin Conference of 1884, ostensibly designed to regulate European colonisation and trade in Africa, became the grim starting point for the partitioning …

In the heart of Owerri, Douglas House, the Government House of Imo State, stands as a symbol of the region's political trajectory and accomplishments. Nonetheless, a robust case can be made for a renaming that honours a distinguished individual whose influence and legacy still resonates - Chief Sam Mbakwe.

Why Tinubu Needs To Ensure The Unconditional Release Of Kanu

July 20, 2023 4:47 am

In a world where justice and fairness should be the pillars upon which nations or nation-states like Nigeria build their societies, the continued detention of Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), casts a dark shadow on Nigeria’s commitment to these ideals. It’s a saga that challenges the integrity of the country’s justice system, the value placed on human rights, and the essence of democracy. This situation calls for immediate rectification, and President Ahmed Bola Tinubu has both the power and responsibility to ensure this. By championing the unconditional release of Kanu, Tinubu can not …

Advocating Sam Mbakwe's Legacy A New Name for Douglas House

Advocating Sam Mbakwe’s Legacy: A New Name for Douglas House

July 20, 2023 4:37 am

In the heart of Owerri, Douglas House, the Government House of Imo State, stands as a symbol of the region’s political trajectory and accomplishments. Nonetheless, a robust case can be made for a renaming that honours a distinguished individual whose influence and legacy still resonates – Chief Sam Mbakwe.

Sam Mbakwe, commonly referred to as the ‘Weeping Governor,’ was renowned for his deep empathy for the citizens and his emotional commitment to their well-being. He served as the Governor of Imo State from 1979 to 1983, and during his tenure, he transformed the state with groundbreaking leadership and visionary …

Renewed Killings And The Need To Urgently Restructure Nigeria

Renewed Killings And The Need To Urgently Restructure Nigeria

July 20, 2023 3:06 am

In recent times, Insecurity has become the scariest nightmare that Nigerians grapple with. Painfully, the security of lives and property, which is supposed to be primary to any functioning government, has eluded Nigerians, leaving them perplexed and worried over what could befall them.

Stories of reported kidnappings, banditry and other forms of insurgency now dominate the airwaves and news headlines, which paint a picture of how lives are being destroyed, businesses are being crushed, dreams are being ripped apart, and millions of citizens are resorting to Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camps for refuge and succour.

Rather than getting better with …

Tinubu's Sham of A Palliative A Looting Spree in Disguise

Tinubu’s Sham of A Palliative: A Looting Spree in Disguise

July 17, 2023 4:56 am

In an era defined by global economic turmoil and the constant struggle against societal inequality, governments worldwide have a profound responsibility to shield their citizens from the biting impacts of these hardships. Unfortunately, in the case of Nigeria under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, this commitment to public welfare appears to be subverted by misguided attempts at populist governance.

President Tinubu recently proposed to dispense N8,000 to 12 million households for six months, a move that his administration parades as an effort to alleviate the burden of the populace. This initiative is not only bewilderingly shortsighted but also representative of a …

Why Africans Must Learn From Sankara, Lumumba, Nkrumah Et al

Why Africans Must Learn From Sankara, Lumumba, Nkrumah Et al

July 17, 2023 4:55 am

The African continent has had many admirable and remarkable leaders in times past who fought with their lives, blood, and sweat for the independence and growth of the continent. This reality makes it sad to see that Leaders of today seem to be of a different breed and have completely deviated from the path of visionary leaders of the past such as Thomas Sankara, Patrice Lumumba, and Kwame Nkrumah, to name a few.

These leaders were fierce in their advocacy for the freedom of Africa from the clutches of colonial masters. They saw the need for self-determination and fought without …

2023 Imo Guber Race Top 5 Candidates And Their Chances

2023 Imo Guber Race: Top 5 Candidates And Their Chances

July 17, 2023 4:53 am

It is no longer news that Imolites will head to the polls again in November this year to assert their views on their political destiny. Following the January 2020 judicial ‘magic’ that ushered in the present administration, a preponderance of voters who are understandably dissatisfied with that scenario are gearing up to make a loud statement.

The decision of the Supreme Court to manipulate the election of Emeka Ihedioha in its judgment of January 14, 2020, and impose an unpopular Governor on the flabbergasted masses not only shattered the political equation in the state but also moved the election cycle. …

Restitution To Africa The British Empire Has No Honour

Restitution To Africa: The British Empire Has No Honour

July 17, 2023 4:50 am

The British Empire, once a colossus that straddled the world, asserted its authority over immense expanses of Africa for almost a century. This era was characterised by relentless exploitation and a brand of subjugation that resulted in innumerable acts universally recognised today as crimes against humanity. The Empire crumbled in the mid-20th century, leaving behind a complex legacy of shattered societies and a continent endeavouring to heal from deep wounds. The question remains: Has Britain adequately made restitution to Africa for the historical injustices inflicted upon it? The sobering answer echoes with an unequivocal no.

The sordid epoch of the …

Ejiogu-Inspired Digital Economy: The Revolution Imo Needs

Ejiogu-Inspired Digital Economy: The Revolution Imo Needs

July 13, 2023 4:04 am

For decades, Imo State has longed for a Governor who would elevate her to an enviable position among the comity of states. Sadly, in the past few years, the state has been ill-fated enough to be laden with the very worst leaders. To date, the Governor Imolites longed for never made it into Douglas House, and for that reason, the dream of sustainable good governance has been an ever-elusive one for the residents of Imo State.

Now, the end to the miserable ordeal of the Imolites is right before them, as the man they have longed for—the one equipped …

Governor Uzodinma's Plunder Imo State On The Brink of Ruin

Governor Uzodinma’s Plunder: Imo State On The Brink of Ruin

July 13, 2023 3:57 am

In the heartland of Eastern Nigeria lies Imo State, once renowned for its rich human and natural resources and vibrant culture. Today, the state is grappling with economic instability and spiralling insecurity under the controversial reign of Governor Hope Uzodinma.

In a precarious dance on the edge of insolvency, this piercing exploration is set to thrust us into the turbulent realm of governance, shining an unforgiving light on the problematic landscape shaped by Governor Uzodinma’s reign. This high-stakes examination pulls no punches, providing a searing critique of the administration’s performance under the weight of potential financial ruin.

It all …

Tinubu's Hallucinations Of A One-Party State For Nigeria

Tinubu’s Hallucinations Of A One-Party State For Nigeria

July 13, 2023 3:52 am

In a futile scramble for legitimacy and public acceptance, Nigeria’s recently-inaugurated President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is back with his funny games. Miffed by his unpopularity, he is out to destroy the remnants of Nigeria’s crumbling democracy through a craftily orchestrated takeover of opposition parties and their eventual balkanisation under a falsehood code-named the Government of national unity.

The recent political maneuvers by the former Lagos State Governor have left many Nigerians bewildered, given the fact that the two major opposition parties, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party, are presently contesting the results of the shabby exercise …

UK's Debt A Call For Restitution For Africa's Stolen Heritage

UK’s Debt: A Call For Restitution For Africa’s Stolen Heritage

July 13, 2023 3:49 am

The narrative of Britain’s interaction with the African continent is one fraught with exploitation, a legacy that stretches from the age of colonialism to the realities of the present day. British dominion over Africa’s abundant resources is not limited to historical anecdotes but continues to manifest itself in tangible, real-world operations. A damning report lays bare the extent to which Africa’s most significant mineral resources—gold, platinum, diamonds, copper, oil, gas, and coal—have come under British control.

It is an astounding fact that 101 companies, predominantly British and enlisted on the London Stock Exchange (LSE), have active mining operations scattered across …

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