When Dictators Die, Their Victims Don’t Mourn

“Buhari’s legacy is not a national treasure—it is a cautionary tale of tyranny cloaked in uniform and democracy.” —Anthony Obi Ogbo In many cultures, including mine, it’s considered immoral to speak ill of the dead. But tradition should never demand silence in the face of truth, especially when that truth is soaked in blood, broken promises, and the battered dignity of a nation. General Muhammadu Buhari, former military dictator and two-term civilian president of Nigeria,...

Sir Paul Chukwuma, Esq: When a Man’s Vision Matches his Drive

“Sir Chukwuma is carrying with him the rigorous demands of Nigerian politics” —Ebuka Onyekwelu Last week, Sir Paul Chukwuma, Esq, was called to the Nigerian Bar, alongside many others including Dino Melaye and Chief Osita Chidoka. During this event, one key lesson finds expression in the timeless saying that one cannot give what he doesn’t have. Like on other such occasions, there were critical lessons to be learned. Chukwuma, a first-class graduate of Philosophy, has...

Honoring Prof. Chris Ulasi at 70: A Life of Scholarship, Service, and Brotherhood

Today, I write with great joy and admiration to wish you, Prof. Chris Chinwe Ulasi, a delighted 70th birthday. It is a glorious milestone, and my family and I are honored to join friends and colleagues in celebrating this remarkable occasion with you here in Cancun, Mexico. Since I first met you in 2005 at Texas Southern University (TSU), Houston, Texas, you have consistently demonstrated that you are a true Nwannedinamba—a brother from Anambra State,...

Presidential Powers: The Release of Nnamdi Kanu for Justice and Nigerian Unity

Before the last Nigerian presidential election win of May 29, 2023, I wrote in this same forum that Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu had the capacity and democratic pedigree to lead Nigeria. That view was grounded in his role in Nigeria’s pro-democracy struggles, especially during the military regime of General Sani Abacha. Today, I appeal to President Tinubu to reaffirm those values by helping to resolve the protracted case of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu—not by force, but...

Dunamis Digital Dilemma: Why Shutting Down Virtual Worship May Alienate a New Generation of Believers

“Spirituality is no longer confined to physical sanctuaries” —Anthony Obi Ogbo The demands of the digital and virtual age, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, are both undeniable and irreversible. The pandemic didn’t merely disrupt norms—it reshaped them. From global commerce to education and religious observance, the shift to digital platforms is now a defining feature of contemporary life. The surge in e-commerce has revolutionized how consumers behave, compelling organizations to reinvent their...

Governor Soludo’s Broken Promises and Fair-Weather Principles

“Soludo waited for three clear years before he commenced any effort to address insecurity” —Ebuka Onyekwelu The Anambra State Governorship Election in November has now advanced, with politicians pulling out their best strings to entice voters. The election is now only five months away, Niccolo Machiavelli’s “The end justifies the means” makes more sense as contenders jostle for a chance to “serve”, even against their own publicly self-acclaimed ethos. The Governor of Anambra State, Prof....

1 2th June’s Promise, Broken Chains

12th June’s dawn was meant to rise, With voices strong, with clearer skies, Yet echoes of a silenced past Still haunt the halls where futures cast.   Democracy, a sacred word, Yet who shall heed when truth is blurred? A nation sways, its spirit worn, By hands once pledged but now forlorn. Where is justice? Where is light? Not in shadows where wrong takes flight. Not in thrones of selfish greed, Nor in the wounds...

Anambra Guber: Opposition Intensifies as Soludo Faces Escalating Political Heat

“Is poor performance or unmet expectations enough to Prof. Soludo from a second term? “ —Ebuka Onyekwelu With only a few days to the commencement of political campaigns ahead of the November 8 Anambra State governorship election, the opposition has remained resolute in their decision to unseat Soludo. Governor Chukwuma Soludo, who has been governor for over three years, is accused of poor performance and inability to transform vision into the real experience of the...

The Novice Advantage: Rethinking Graduate Readiness in a Demanding Job Market

“Employers aren’t just filling vacancies—they’re investing in solutions” —Anthony Obi Ogbo Long before graduation, I understood that success in the job market required more than just a degree. Throughout college, I committed to internships, apprenticeships, and vacation jobs—some unpaid—solely to build the kind of professional experience that would ease my transition into the workforce. By the time I completed my NYSC at The Nigerian Guardian, I wasn’t just another fresh graduate—I was a candidate with...

Breaking the Stronghold: The Challenge of Unseating Nigeria’s Sitting Presidents

“The Executive wields significant and often unchecked influence over the institutions critical to the democratic process” —Anthony Obi Ogbo As Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections, all eyes are on incumbent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who is expected to seek a second term amid mounting national discontent. His administration, marred by persistent allegations of corruption, ethnic favoritism, and constitutional overreach, has faced sharp criticism from both civil society and...

WP2Social Auto Publish Powered By : XYZScripts.com