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The Sovereign National Conference: Short Cut to Greatness
I have participated in at least two Radio and Television discussions on the controversial issue of a sovereign National Conference. From the contributions of well meaning participants and colleagues it would seem that the Sovereign National Conference (SNC) is … Continue reading
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Who am I?
Many people live without any zeal to be alive. They dread life and wish they had not been born after all. This is especially true of those who have been told that they are accidents. Their parents did not plan … Continue reading
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Obituary ! Obituary!! RIP Mr Common sense
A friend sent me the following obituray and I think its good that you read it An Obituary printed in the London Times – Interesting and sadly rather true. Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common … Continue reading
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The lure of Death
Death according to the Hausas of Northern Nigeria, rigan kowar simply put, death is the shirt or dress everyone will wear, no one really loves death even believers, who profess a better hereafter life dont want to die. The bible … Continue reading
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strange strange happenings in Nigeria
Many strange things happened in the power sector during that time I agree with, Hon. Ndudi Elumelu that many strange things are happening in Nigeria, before and now. Even in the future I believe more will happen. Two years down … Continue reading
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When Tribesmen and Women Met
Acting President Tess Onweme who set the tone of the conference described them as tribesmen. Of course, those who had doubled the description changed their minds no sooner than the conference began. From Tinda Hotel where the registration took place, … Continue reading
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Vendatta or Arts?
Arts is perhaps one of the strongest known lasting weapons yet available to man. Conversely, it is multi-purpose. Firstly, apart from the message which cartons, sculptures, fiction, poems, etc. give, they relax and satisfy he who produces them. Thus, a … Continue reading
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Students Union or Trade Union?
One of the decisions of the Federal Military Government on the Abisoye panel is that student unions should be regarded not as a trade union but as a part of the administration of the institutions. It was in this light … Continue reading
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Patriotism Misunderstood: The Students Struggle
Students are a misunderstood and blackmailed lot despite the relevance of the part they play in the liberation and development of society. They have been insulted and castigated. Yet, they still go on zealously trying to make their point. When … Continue reading
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On trail for subversion
The courtroom was filled to the brim. People had come from all walks of life to witness the trial of Kishinkasa, the youth who was detained for twelve months under the emergency law, and after several protestations, he was arraigned … Continue reading
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