The North of Nigeria: A Region at the Crossroads Throughout my career, I have often been asked to explain why the North of Nigeria does or does not do something politically significant. I never take this personally. As a spokesperson for the Northern Elders Forum (NEF), I have spoken on behalf of the North without … Read more
A Turbulent Summer for Ursula von der Leyen Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, was expected to enjoy a well-deserved summer break. However, this July turned out to be anything but quiet. The month brought a series of significant events that tested her leadership and reshaped the trajectory of her five-year … Read more
Trump’s Comments on Scottish Independence Referendum Donald Trump has suggested that another Scottish independence referendum should not occur until at least 2064, stating that countries “can’t go through that too much.” The former U.S. President made these remarks during his visit to Scotland, where he met with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer at the Turnberry … Read more
ADC’s Focus on Grassroots and Political Transformation As the 2027 presidential election approaches, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has made it clear that its priorities extend beyond the traditional issue of zoning. Instead, the party is emphasizing the development of a robust, grassroots-based political structure across Nigeria. This shift in focus reflects a broader strategy … Read more
The Political Storm in Nigeria: A New Coalition or the Same Old Story? Nigeria’s political landscape is often likened to a thunderstorm—loud, chaotic, and dazzling. But once the clouds clear, what remains is usually the debris of broken promises and dashed hopes. The recent formation of a new coalition, with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) … Read more
A Nation at a Crossroads The air in Kathmandu this past May was thick with more than just the pre-monsoon humidity; it was charged with the palpable tension of a nation at a crossroads. Tens of thousands of demonstrators, waving the crimson and blue of the national flag, choked the capital’s streets, their chants a … Read more