The Endgame of the Mass Propaganda Against ASUU. By Mohammed A. Husain, Ph.D.
(GAMJI)
The print media is the most popular means employed by agents of the state intending to thwart the purposes for which ASUU goes on strike. What goes in to print and other media ends up repeated unquestioningly by the mass populace, often without understanding the purposes of the purveyors of these campaigns. Details
Southwest Blues. By Tunde Olusesi
(GAMJI)
Does any postmortem of the outcome of the last elections really matter now? Haven’t certificates long been given to winners? Didn’t winners, gaudily dressed like harlequins in the Theater of the Absurd, parade stadiums across our land on May 29, 2003, being sworn-in by judges in antediluvian robes and wigs? Details
Democracy and Justice: Have We Lost the Watch Dog? By Ritchie Ejiofor
(GAMJI)
It is interesting to note the various unfolding drama and pretension in our polity particularly after the last elections. I have watch with dismay and awe how we deceive ourselves and fail to define what direction that is variable towards improving the dis-integrating nation of ours. Details
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An Open Letter to the General Manager NEPA North-East Zonal Headquarters, Yola, Dr. (Alhaji) Abubakar Turaki. By Ihas Idriess
(GAMJI)
Agreed, problem of power supply in this country is nationwide, but it is my believe and the believe of many in the state capital that since your arrival in the state, things have gone in NEPA from very bad to worst in terms of power supply in the history of the state, thanks to your discriminatory method of sharing the very meagre allocation of power allocated to the state from the national greed Details
ANPP Governors-Wolves in Sheep's Clothing. By Babayola Muhammadu Toungo
(GAMJI)
It appears the ANPP governors are trying to emulate our reputed Nigerian Senator who incorporated a Trust Foundation for the sole purpose of swindling good intentioned people. They think they have used General Buhari’s mass appeal and the party as their vehicle to retain their exalted seats. But I advise that they sleep with one eye open for as long as the masses remain angry at what was done to them by Obasanjo last April. Details
Remi Oyo: A Woman as Spokesperson to the Government. By Yushau Abdulhameed Shuaib
(GAMJI)
I know Mrs. Oyo may not have difficulties in retaining her respect with the editors and newsmen, she should be very careful in media identification and selection. Though she may not need to understand all Nigerian vernaculars, but there are local dialects widely and publicly spoken that need media monitoring. Details
Going
Back Home: A Personal Narration of Life in Nigeria Today.
I wondered what the heck was going on here and there was hardly any new thing that had happened to Enugu since my last visit in 1998.The beautiful landmarks left by the British had been totally eroded Details
Buhari and the Crowing of the Cock. By Banjo Odutola
(GAMJI)
Let it be said that this is not an attempt to derogate the victory of the winner. Most probably, Mr. Obasanjo deserves to be the president of this nation for the second term - even though, life under the first term worsened for the average citizen while he was ‘cruising his Nigeria-craft’ - a terminology used in his recent inaugural speech. Details
"Have You Ever Been in Love?" The amazing story of Love between President and Mrs. Clinton and a Few Distinguished Couples Around the World. By Dr. Wunmi Akintide
(GAMJI)
I once described America in one of my articles as "the new Canaan", and a few E-mail tigers had jumped all over me accusing of being a sellout because to them America was not better than Nigeria. Some even said I was an uncle Tom. They said I should be praising Nigeria, and leave America alone. I say "foul over the bar". Details
On a Closer Scrutiny of Reality. By Victor E. Dike
(GAMJI)
How would the President of a nation in which more than 46 million (about 60% of the labor force) of the population are unemployed (the youths make over 70% of this group), become impressed about the performance of the economy simply because some ‘villagers’ were spotted buying bicycles and motorcycles? Details
Dirge for Adamawa State. By Babayola Muhammadu Toungo
(GAMJI)
Elections have come and gone leaving behind jubilation for some and teeth gnashing for others. But for the people of Adamawa State, it is more of the later than the former. The people of the state have just been bidding their time patiently for April 19th to show their ire to both the governor and the Vice President. Details
(GAMJI)
The Nigerian civil war provided a wonderful opportunity for the Igbo to show other Nigerians pepper. The end of the war was negotiated to save Nigerians from annihilation from the Igbo. As a result of the outcome of the war, the Igbo took control of the politics of Nigeria as well as the economy. Details
Intellectualizing Hausa Home Video. By Gausu Ahmad
(GAMJI)
It is common knowledge that there is a general apprehension among parents about the possible negative influences of Hausa home video, a phenomenon that is now in the vogue among Hausa speaking youths. This type of apprehension, it must be admitted, is not only justifiable but one that is universal. Detail
Yoruba - The Great Mythical Administrative Competence: Quiet Voices of Reason. By Abba Kima
(GAMJI)
In effect, Obasanjo is the best the Yoruba could throw up to reconcile and stabilise the nation following the circumstances of June 12 imbroglio, which necessitated the choice of a 'southern' President of Odua stock. He is today the President of Nigeria thanks to his roots, and therefore the best living example of their (Yoruba) leadership competence given the socio-cultural diversity of Nigeria. Details
BIAFRA
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(GAMJI)
To be blunt, Biafrans did not want anything to do with "mass murderers, baby killers, vandals and unprogressive primitive people with total disregard for the sanctity of human life"(1967 Igbo words not mine). We preferred to die fighting than to be slaves and slaughtered like Sallah rams. "Give me liberty or death" is an ingrained Igbo culture. Details
(GAMJI)
We have witnessed how Obasanjo allowed Fulanis under Abubakar Olusola Saraki to humiliate Yorubas in Kwara State during the last four years. Using the federal security forces, Saraki made Kwara ungovernable under Mohammed Alabi Alagbe Lawal, a Yoruba, murdering, among others, a cousin of the immediate former governor during the violent crisis that plagued the state until the last elections. Details
Time Will Tell. By Olisa Adigwe
(GAMJI)
Thus any criticism of his policy or lack thereof is immediately branded anti-democratic or anti-Obasanjo. And recently this development has taken another turn. Obasanjo has morphed into Mr. Yoruba personified. Accordingly any criticism of him or his policy is not only anti-Obasanjo but now also anti-Yoruba. Details
Agenda for Northern governors
(DAILY TRUST)
Thirdly,
the governors should take the issue of beggars and street begging most
seriously. The fact of the matter is that majority of street beggars in
Nigeria today are of northern origin. This invariably means that
northern governors must rehabilitate these unfortunate members of the
society. Details
Demystification of a Quandary: A Path to Greatness? By Chukwuemeka Uche Onuora
(GAMJI)
Nigeria must come to terms with the reality that there is no amount of international aid or investment that is going to offset the dearth of Nigerian investments funding Nigerian enterprises in Nigeria. Details
This is Just the Beginning! It’s Business as Usual…By Ihas Idriess
(GAMJI)
It is exactly 8 or 7 years today after the death of legendry musician of all time Fela Anikulapo Kuti, but yet still, it is now we start digesting the messages behind his lyrics, it’s a pity it took us that long to nod our lazy heads and heed to his warnings, this because we are so busy in our quest for self aggrandizements to see what Afro beat maestro saw decades ago. Details
Prudence. By Ibrahim Dan Halilu
(GAMJI)
One of the focal points of President Olusegun Obasanjo’s inaugural speech was the pledge to reduce the cost of running government. In a veiled attempt to win public support and make his pledge sacrosanct, the president adopted the policy of charity begins at home reminiscent of the Murtala-Obasanjo military administration, by declaring that as from next month (June) 10 per cent of his salary will be deducted as rent on his official residence at Aso Rock villa. Details
(GAMJI)
I am therefore embarking on the comparison of Ikemba/Ezeigbo - Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu and Phillip Effiong, to see if we can learn something from their activities and behavior around the time the war ended, and how both have conducted themselves after the very generous clemency granted them in particular, and the other surviving veterans of the Biafran War. Details
Obasanjo's Gangster Democracy. By Babayola Muhammadu Toungo
(GAMJI)
When Obasanjo thought he has succeeded in railroading Nigerians into accepting his fraudulent victory, he has now become bold enough to think he could get away with blue murder. The first steps taken by Obasanjo are pointers to what we are to expect if he is allowed to continue in office for the next four years. Details
African Leaders and Frivolous Foreign Trips. By Sylvester Ikeogu Okoro
(GAMJI)
When George Bush recently went to Egypt to meet with Arabic leaders in his desire to promote his self style “Middle East Road Map,” American and British media houses did not mention that Bush was going to Africa. Instead, these western media houses conveyed to the whole world that Mr. George Bush was going to Egypt. For goodness sake, where is Egypt? Is Egypt not part of Africa? Details
The Professor Omo Omoruyi Prattle: Not Worth the Paper, Time and Effort. By Abba Kima
(GAMJI)
The question thus arises: to what extent is it possible, short of amending our history and socio-cultural setting, does Omoruyi and his ilk hope to transform our society. Is it by preaching hate and proclaiming what divides and separates us as a nation? Details
More of the Same: Matters Arising. By Hillary Okoronkwo
(GAMJI)
I believe Obasanjo given the power of incumbency, the amount of money devoted for the campaign and the ignorance of our people would have won the election. When you look at his records in the past four years, you begin to wonder if the Nigerian people are out of their mind. How can a man win so convincingly when all the universities are closed, when unemployment is at 42 percent or more and the man spent 181 days of his first year in office traveling, looking for investors that he never found? Details
(GAMJI)
The
people of
Given its large population, Kano has great revenue potential that has not been tapped for obvious reasons. First, the false belief that government has more than enough to carry out development, which has been defeated by practical experience in recent times. Secondly, the culture of mismanagement of public fund that has become a norm in our public service. Details
(GAMJI)
How can you ignore that in Kebbi state, which is the most educationally backward state in Nigeria, the governor Adamu Aliero, spent over 100 million naira in providing limousines for Emirs, yet the only tertiary institution in his state, Kebbi Poly had it's teachers on strike for salary matters? Details
Obasanjo and a "Magic-Wand" for Nigeria. By Patrick Iroegbu, Ph.D.
(GAMJI)
President Obasanjo is telling us that he has no ‘magic-wand’ to turn things around in FOUR years. May be now, he can with the new mandate of another FOUR years. But how far can he go, untying, creating and shaping new life for the desperate Nigeria’s electorate is a key concern. Details
Economico-Political Poverty: In a global era. By Dr. C.O. Ani
(GAMJI)
The point is that Nigeria as is, posses a great characteristic for becoming involved with this globalization thing short for being crude oil hawkers. Personal greed and zeal abounds, indeed some other resources also exist. Details
On SARS, Headline and Scared Cats. By Tokunbo Ojo
(GAMJI)
In all honesty, the panic, hype and diplomatic row around SARS are really unwarranted because it takes away the broader health and human issues. More importantly, it opens door for “us and them” stereotypical mentality, irresponsible tug of war between international organizations-NGOs and nations-states, and sensational and sloppy journalism. Details
Revenue Generation From Taxes And Fees: America And Nigeria Compared. By Paul I. Adujie
(GAMJI)
All Nigerians must help our local governments, our state and the federal governments to be good governments, this we can do with effective participation and contributions of ideas and resources and having financial stake through taxes and fees are good start! Details
Adherence To The Rule Of Law And Due Process As Nigeria Advance. By Paul I. Adujie
(GAMJI)
The War Against Indiscipline or WAI, notwithstanding its attendant imperfections, demonstrated how orderliness benefits everyone in Nigeria! Suddenly, you could go to the Post Office, the Banks and even Bus Stop and expect turn-by-turn comportment and decorous behavior, as it turned out, even private citizens became custodians of the rule of law, so that, if anyone who got drunk and started to urinate in public in Lagos those days, you will quickly hear the air rented with the shouts by many onlookers of “WAI, WAI WAI!!! Details
Obasanjo and the Funny Theories of Omoruyi. By Sesan Abdulfatai Koyejo
(GAMJI)
We are being told that Obasanjo, for us from Abeokuta he is a known element, is not a tribalist or untribalised, or whatever. This is definitely true; not by the way of the professor’s understanding but because it takes a high sense of responsibility to be concerned about millions of people. And Obasanjo is not known to care much even about his own family. Obasanjo cannot be loyal to anybody Details
Autopsy of the "Alliance for Democracy's" Performance in the 2003 Elections. By Prince D.A. Olukoga
(GAMJI)
Could this present political situations in Nigeria, regarding the poor performance of Alliance for Democracy (AD), at the recently concluded elections, peculiar only to the Alliance for Democracy, be taken seriously to be the beginning of the real wind of change in Nigeria polity, or are we witnessing the reality of the promised political battle by the political juggernauts, (like the 12.67 judgements of 1983), to 'fight the AD, Pound for Pound and Dollar for Dollar, in the Southwest, come year 2003 election?" Details
Aminu Safana and His Amazing Rhetorics. By Sadiq Isah Radda
(GAMJI)
For those who do not know him, Aminu Safana was a former Secretary to Katsina state government who was unceremoniously asked to take a walk by the 'Yar-Adua led administration. He joined politics and contested for a Federal seat which he purports to have won. But through out Katsina state (I stand to be corrected) there was no constituency that witnessed the mayhem visited on the electorates like the one we saw in Safana Details