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...
There was mild drama at the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday after Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), lost his composure and lashed out at the presiding judge.
“You are biased! You don’t know the law. Show me the law — where is the law?” he shouted, drawing murmurs from those present.
The atmosphere became tense as security operatives quickly moved in to restrain him. Moments later, he was escorted out of the courtroom to restore order.
Proceedings were temporarily halted before the session continued without the IPOB leader.
Kanu has been in detention since his extradition from Kenya in 2021, and his trial has continued to generate national and international attention.
Source: (TheCable)



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