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...
In a major political development, Adebayo Adelabu has officially resigned from his position as Minister of Power to focus on his ambition to become the next Governor of Oyo State.
The former minister submitted his resignation letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu via the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to serve in the federal cabinet. “I write with profound gratitude to Your Excellency to formally tender my resignation from my position as the Honourable Minister of Power,” the letter stated.
As Adelabu steps down from his ministerial role, the focus now shifts to the federal government’s appointment of a new Minister of Power and the unfolding political contest in Oyo State.


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