Today, I am still interrogating the issue of grassroots development via the local government system as structured in the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended). This tier of government has been my pre-occupation in the past many years due to its significance to good governance and Continue Reading

The realignment of forces between Governor Ahmed Aliyu and former Governor Attahiru Bafarawa in Sokoto State marks a significant shift in the state’s political landscape. It comes with far-reaching implications for political development and peace in the state. This reconciliation, evidenced by Bafarawa’s public commendation of Aliyu’s leadership style and Continue Reading

During the War of Independence, France laid 11 million anti-personnel mines along Algeria’s borders. More than 60 years later, these mines continue to kill and maim civilians. Despite demining efforts, the threat remains – hundreds of people are affected every year. France still refuses to acknowledge responsibility and has not Continue Reading

Today, the world mourns. He left our earth just a day shy of World Earth Day (April 22). The whole creation felt his impact because he was no ordinary clergy. It was as if Mother Earth sent him on a mission to this planet at a time when such a Continue Reading

In A world ravaged by wars and agitations, Catholic Pontiff, Pope Francis who died on Easter Monday did his best to defuse tensions. He was a man of peace who sought peace in every part of the world. He did not only speak for peace, he worked and walked for Continue Reading