On this Democracy Day, I had intended to rest my pen. I wanted to leave the fate written on the walls of history to speak for itself. I thought perhaps the sacrifices of those who fought for democracy were enough testimony. Yet, in the final hour, a thought stirred within me, compelling me to write a message to all of us who have come together to form this sovereign nation called Nigeria. My message is particularly for those who believe that the business of Nigeria lies in the hands of a powerful few. Perhaps they are influenced by what the German sociologist Robert Michels described as the "Iron Law of Oligarchy" ,the tendency for power to concentrate in the hands of a small elite. Looking at our politics, our institutions, and our economy, one may be tempted to believe that the destiny of Nigeria is determined only by those who occupy powerful offices and influential positions. But history tells a different story. Nigeria does not belong to any president, governor, politi...
Former President Trump rushed off stage by Secret Service during a live campaign rally speech in Pennsylvania.
Something appears to have struck him on the right side of his face near his ear, head area, causing it to bleed.
Report gathered that the Secret Service agents huddled over Trump and rushed him, blood streaming down the right side of his face, off stage and into armored SUV.
Trump raised his fist in the air before being driven away.

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