Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly; Akpabio's Toothless Dog

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Sunday, 05 June 2011; By Emmanuel Imoh Ekereuwem

The activities of the outgoing Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly (AKSHOA) members have definitely not shocked a few observers. It will be recalled that since the inception of this present administration, AKSHOA has hardly had time to legislate on cogent issues that will resolve, the high rate of unemployment, the unprecedented insecurity (most of them have mobile policemen guarding them at taxpayers' expense), the alleged

THE NIGERIAN FRONT: An Unaffordable Deficit

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Sunday, 05 June 2011; By Dr. Olu Ojedokun

We of The Nigerian Front are gravely concerned about the state of our nation stemming from the current prognosis of the recently signed budget. The budget indicates that greed continues to dominate the polity as our resources are being mismanaged. If care is not taken the consequences would be devastating for generations to come. While we do not wish to become prophets of doom and gloom it is surely our role to challenge the

State Murders In Nigeria And Massob Separatist Movement

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Saturday, 04 June 2011; By Osita Ebiem

May 30 2011 marked the 44th anniversary of Biafra’s independence declaration. In 1967 when the entire people of Southeastern region of what is considered Nigeria took the decision in an act of Self-Determination to declare their freedom from Nigeria it was their last resort effort, the only option open to them as a people who were at the verge of being completely wiped out of the face of the Earth by fellow human beings. It was

What are chances of re-election for President Obama?

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Friday, 03 June 2011; By Paul Okechukwu Oranika

As the US presidential election draws nearer, it has become apparent that this re-election bid will be an uphill battle for President Obama. While the Republicans have not been able to put forward a strong candidate, Romney who is the presumed front runner had a dismal term as the governor of Massachusetts.
Romney could not even run on his healthcare reforms in Massachusetts which some argue looks similar to

Weep not for Akunyili

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Friday, 03 June 2011; By Francis Agbo

SINCE Professor Dora Akunyili, the former Minister of Information and Communications lost her senatorial bid to the former governor of Anambra State, Dr. Chris Ngige, there have been a litany of reactions. Many came from Nigerians who genuinely showed concern over the Professor’s political future while some opinions on the matter were either warped or mischievous. A few of the reactions were even libelous yet the former DG of NAFDAC refused to join issues with anybody.

Same grave mistakes and denial perpetuate misery and death in Nigeria

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Friday, 03 June 2011; By Oguchi Nkwocha, MD.

This article points out that Nigeria's leaders know what the underlying problem with Nigeria is. However, the same leaders proceed to act contrary to, or in complete denial of, what they already know, in their approach to solving that problem, and then, believe, preach and celebrate such wrong-headed (non-)solutions. It is a cycle that can be traced back over half-a-century.

Imo Electorate and Its Expectations

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Thursday, 02 June 2011; By Acho Orabuchi

“…I want to remind Imo people that we fought an election, not a war. As a lover of peace, I called for calm and rejected violence… The process of healing must begin now. Every leader who loves this State must help heal the scars of the election. I appeal to all those who have issues with the election…to consider sheathing their sword. I have decided not to challenge the election in court. It is not my wish that

What should be Kashim Shettima's First agenda?

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Thursday, 02 June 2011; By Abdulhamid Gazali

Time is never stagnant. It is important for politicians who think leadership is a life time possession know and adhere to it. Some 8years back if I can still remember, Ali Sheriff was crowned the executive governor of Borno as if it was a never ending affair. Late Alhaji Mala Kachalla who also thinks the same was after his first term proved wrong by Ali Sheriff just like Kashim Shettima did to him this 29May. One can only henceforth find Ali Sheriff in the history books,

The Real Tessy Wigwe, Written By Nelson Wigwe (Son)

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Wednesday, 01 June 2011; By Nelson Wigwe (Son of the Wigwes)

NAIROBI–First of all let me say how angry, sad and disappointed I am at the public who have already ridiculed my father H.E Dr Chijoke W Wigwe without hearing all the facts. Without talking to the people who were there, without talking to the people who know him best. Without talking to the people who know H.E Tess Wigwe and

President Goodluck Jonathan and Nigeria's New Dawn

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Tuesday, 31 May 2011; By Eghes Eyieyien

Goodluck Jonathan I had the privilege of being at the Eagle Square, Abuja, yesterday (29th May, 2011) and witnessed the Swearing-in-Ceremony of Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, GCFR, as the President, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. It was my first time of being at a Presidential Inauguration. Since birth, I have watched the previous ceremonies to swear in our democratically elected Presidents on television: 1979, 1983, 1999, 2003 and 2007.

Sometimes on May 29: the life and times of Nigeria

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Tuesday, 31 May 2011; By Oguchi Nkwocha, MD.

President Jonathan’s investiture, full of typical pomp and show and promise, has perhaps satisfied a world dreaming and eager for Nigeria and Africa’s “success” but determinedly unwilling to address the real causes of endemic and predictable failure. Jonathan himself believes in what he has promised to deliver, but must be naïve to assume that any of that will actually happen. The peoples living a life of misery in Nigeria must

There is still one more inauguration to do

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Monday, 30 May 2011; By Anthony A Kila

Unavoidable, a lot of attention of has been drawn to the inauguration ceremonies that recently took place across most parts of Nigeria for newly elected leaders and those returning and I am sure they will still generate more conversations and analysis. Those inaugurations are normal a part of democracy and were necessary but if we really want to move the country forward and sincerely want to reap the dividends of democracy then we must

Akpabio’s Scorecard; A Colossal Disappointment

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Monday, 30 May 2011; By Emmanuel Imoh Ekereuwem

I stumbled on an article in SATURDAY SUN, May 28, 2011 supposedly written by Aniekan Umanah, The Akwa Ibom Commissioner Of Misinformation (sorry information), where he made fultile and orchestrated attempt to defend the alleged obnoxious achievements of AKPABIO in the last four years. I would have obviously ignored his write up, as the rantings of an ant that is looking for ‘AMALA’ to ‘chop’.

Nigerian Politics And PDP's Dominance

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Monday, 30 May 2011; By Okoye Nkemjika Joseph

PDP once said that they will rule this nation for a minimum of 60years, making us susceptible to a gradual departure from true democracy to the realm of political anarchy. One is made to ponder whether the one party system(only PDP)will be democracy or disguised dictatorship. The thought of the possible future puts fear in the hearts of well meaning Nigerians. The hold of PDP on this nation looks so strong and spells doom for us all.

Four More Years of Akpabio/Ekere Administration in Akwa Ibom

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Monday, 30 May 2011; By Victor Udo

It is a new day, a new dawn, a new Administration, the Johnathan/Sambo Administration in Abuja and the Akpabio/Ekere Administration in Uyo. To be fair, there are other 35 state level new administrations inaugurated today in Nigeria. Charity they say begins at home or in the political parlance, every politic is local. So, may I take

IGBOS: What Manner Of SGF?

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Monday, 30 May 2011; By Uche Ezechukwu

After my piece, two weeks ago, on the ire in the South East for being zoned out from the elective commanding positions in government, I received several calls from prominent Igbo people, regaling me with the ‘mighty powers of the SGF’ in the political scheme of things and even insisting that the SGF should indeed, be regarded as the

Godswill Akpabio Bribes the Election-Crime Commission

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Sunday, 29 May 2011; By Thompson Essien

Remember the 22-man Commission set up by President Jonathan to investigate all the violent incidents committed during the past election in Akwa Ibom State? Very reliable sources have confirmed that Godswill Akpabio has paid members of the Commission a whooping N1.5 billion to come up with its findings that will indict Senator John James Akpanudoedehe.

Gov. Ohakim's Last Gifts To His Subjects And Successors: Food For Future Feuds And Landmines

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Saturday, 28 May 2011; By Chigozie Uzukwu

You are about to enter into what looks like a mad house, so buckle up your shoes, tighten up your belts, loosen up your ears, and above all, don't blink your eyes. Imo is a state of sorts. The state's political dynamics can be intriguing. Sometimes, it unveils a characteristic of “the more you look, the less you see.” Less than a week to vacate office, Imo state Governor, Ikedi Ohakim, led the outgoing State Executive Council to approve the

Ali Sherrif in the case of Boko Haram

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Saturday, 28 May 2011; By Abdulhamid Ibrahim

One has to, by virtue of his achievement, give credit to a three times senator and a two-times governor, Alh. Dr. Ali Modu Sheriff, who for the record first time remained unseated on the seat of Borno state's governorship for the constituted two terms. His political reach defied many stones thrown at him to dethrone him. And now succeeded in securing the seat for his choice, Alh. Kashim Shettima, who will be sworn into office 29 May.

THE NIGERIAN FRONT: An Accountable Government

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Saturday, 28 May 2011; By Dr. Olu Ojedokun

Some have questioned the legitimacy of the new Jonathan Administration and constantly remind us of the violence, which greeted some of the disputed election results. We, however, deal with Nigeria as we find it, whilst noting the rights of others to pursue their grievances through constitutional means. We of ‘The Nigerian Front’ intend to continue addressing the de facto situation that: Dr. Goodluck Jonathan currently holds the reins

900 Africans Drown As NATO Ignores Humanitarian Catastrophes In & Near Libya

Details: Category: ARTICLES; Friday, 27 May 2011; By Paul I. Adujie

Horrific and horrendous, is the news emanating from inside Libya, waters around Libya and on the Mediterranean Sea! The North Atlantic Treaty Organization with absolute military command, control and occupation of the area, continues to ignore and neglect the dire humanitarian disaster in and around Libya and its environs. Humanitarian catastrophes and disasters are occurring under the nose

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