Opinion

Opinion

May
17
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
Housing: The urgency of an emergency – By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Housing: The urgency of an emergency – By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Column, Metro, News, Opinion, Politics
I was out of town last Saturday when a sudden phone call shattered my plans for the weekend. My co-tenant informed me of a shocking rent hike by a staggering 75% increase! In one fell swoop? In a letter to that effect, the Estate Agent, or ‘Caretaker’, as they are called in this part of the world, added a caveat, which more or less sounded like a formal threat: “In view of this, we hereby review the rent to N350,000.00 (Three hundred and fifty thousand naira) only for your subsequent tenancy period commencing from 10th November, 2025; if you so…
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May
17
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
Nigeria’s governors: Halfway to where? (1) By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Nigeria’s governors: Halfway to where? (1) By abiodun KOMOLAFE

Column, News, Opinion, Politics, ,
To begin with, any assessment of the subnational level must acknowledge that Nigeria’s federal system is defective and quasi-federalist in nature. Put bluntly, it operates with the ethos of a tightly centralized “Bonapartist state”. This is the truth of the matter: no matter how well a subnational governor performs, the operating framework handicaps him. It’s like a boxer fighting with one hand behind his back. In other words, there’s a debilitating limit to what a governor can achieve. For instance, governors of states like Benue, Plateau and Zamfara have discovered that the title of Chief Security Officer is more in…
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May
17
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
Ohanaeze Urges Emeka Kalu To Heed To Abia North Call for Better Representation in 2027.

Ohanaeze Urges Emeka Kalu To Heed To Abia North Call for Better Representation in 2027.

Abia State, News, Ohafia, Opinion, Politics, Sponsored, , , , , ,
OHANAEZE NDIGBO PRESS RELEASE - 2027: HEED THE CRIES OF YOUR PEOPLE—OHANAEZE CALLS ON DR. EMEKA CHARLES KALU The Apex Socio-Cultural Organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, solemnly commends the humanitarian initiatives championed by the Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu Foundation. This exemplary volunteer outreach group has emerged as a critical lifeline for the beleaguered people of Abia North, Abia State, and the Southeast, particularly amid Nigeria’s relentless economic crisis, which has rendered countless individuals unable to secure even the most basic human necessities. Ohanaeze Ndigbo emphatically underscores the dire reality of rampant poverty and hunger besieging Nigeria, with consequences most acutely felt in…
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May
14
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
IPOB: Barr. Ejiofor Tackles Amnesty International Over Recent Biased Reportage, Conclusions

IPOB: Barr. Ejiofor Tackles Amnesty International Over Recent Biased Reportage, Conclusions

Metro, News, Opinion, ,
A CALL FOR UNBIASED AND COMPREHENSIVE INVESTIGATION INTO THE OKIGWE KILLINGS- AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL (NIGERIA) SHOULD HAVE DONE BETTER: In light of the recent hasty statement issued by Amnesty International (Nigeria) on the Okigwe killings, it is imperative to underscore the need for a thorough, impartial, and evidence-based investigation. The quick attribution of the killings to IPOB, without exhaustive verification, raises serious concerns about the integrity and neutrality of the report. This approach does not align with the expected standards of a globally respected human rights organisation. It must be unequivocally stated that no individual or authority, regardless of their constitutional…
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May
03
2025
By Amos Oge Kalu
GUINEA-BISSAU: Nuno Gomes Calls for Unity to Achieve Sustainable Development

GUINEA-BISSAU: Nuno Gomes Calls for Unity to Achieve Sustainable Development

Guinea Bissau, News, Opinion, Politics, ,
In a context often marked by political and social instability, former Portuguese international and advocate for solidarity values, Nuno Gomes, has issued a strong appeal to the people of Guinea-Bissau. In a recent statement, he urged citizens to unite behind credible new leaders to save the country and ensure a prosperous future. According to Nuno Gomes, unity is essential to overcome the numerous challenges facing Guinea-Bissau. He emphasized that collaboration between different political factions and the mobilization of civil society are crucial to establishing a climate of peace and stability. "We need to put aside our differences and work together…
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