The Quiet Consolidation of Power SOMETIMES, the most revealing moments in politics are not the loud declarations—but the offhand remarks. A comment about who should “take over” a major news network might sound like casual rhetoric. But in today’s media landscape, it lands differently. It hints at something deeper: the growing overlap between political influence, […]
A QUESTION OF POWER WITHOUT MANDATE AT the heart of Nigeria’s democratic framework lies a simple principle: power must derive from the people. Yet, recent revelations have reignited debate over what happens when influence appears to operate outside that framework. Seyi Tinubu holds no elected office, occupies no statutory role, and has not undergone any […]
By ROBERT PATILLO THE JCPOA ERA: STRUCTURED CONTAINMENT AND VERIFICATION The Iran nuclear framework negotiated under former U.S. President Barack Obama, widely known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), was built around a central premise: limiting Iran’s nuclear capabilities through strict technical constraints and intensive international verification. At the heart of the agreement […]
A Ceasefire Met with Cautious Relief SPANISH Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has responded critically to the recently announced two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, warning that while pauses in hostilities are welcome, they should not obscure the deeper consequences of the conflict. In a sharply worded statement, Sánchez acknowledged that ceasefires can provide […]
A Digital Backbone With a Physical Footprint ACROSS the United States and other advanced digital economies, data centres have become one of the fastest-growing forms of industrial infrastructure. They are the silent engines behind cloud storage, artificial intelligence systems, streaming platforms, financial transactions, and the everyday functioning of the internet. But behind the seamless experience […]
A Nation Grappling with Identity and Leadership RECENT polling data highlights a complex and increasingly uneasy relationship between Americans and the presidency of Donald Trump. According to the survey, more respondents describe themselves as “ashamed” than “proud” of the current administration—a framing that reflects not just political disagreement, but a deeper sense of national introspection. […]
By BONIFACE UZOMA CHILAKA The Emotional Weight of Political Belonging IN Nigeria’s political landscape, loyalty is rarely neutral. It is often shaped by history, identity, and a sense of collective struggle. For many, defending a political leader from one’s region or ethnic group is seen as a form of solidarity. But what happens when that […]
Clarifying a Common Legal Misconception IN everyday language, the terms evidence and exhibit are often used interchangeably. However, within the legal system, the distinction between the two is both technical and significant, shaping how courts evaluate facts and reach decisions. Legal practitioners emphasise that misunderstanding these concepts can lead to confusion about how cases are […]
THE WORD THAT TRIPS MANY: WHY “EVIDENCES” DOES NOT EXIST IN LEGAL ENGLISH Everyday Usage vs Legal Precision IN everyday speech, it is common to hear phrases such as “I have many evidences” used to describe multiple supporting materials in an argument or dispute. However, within legal practice, that expression is considered incorrect. Legal professionals […]
A Stage Set for Power, Not Peace IT begins with a familiar pattern: assemble a coalition, give it a name that sounds noble, and present it as the solution to a crisis. This time, it is a so-called “Board of Peace,” orbiting around Donald Trump—a body that, on the surface, promises stability in Gaza, but […]