Now, back to Solomon and the two women. Imagine if Solomon had cut the child in half to satisfy both women, as he proposed. Who would the act have served?
Tinubu’s State of Emergency in Rivers: Legal or Political?
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Electricity: A Catalyst or a Magic Wand?
Is Nigeria’s lack of 24/7 electricity really an excuse for low productivity, or is it just one piece of a much larger puzzle? While stable power is a proven driver of economic growth, it’s not a magic wand that guarantees prosperity. A deeper look at global trends and Nigeria’s economic realities reveals a more complex truth, one where governance, infrastructure, and strategic planning play equally crucial roles. Dismissing electricity as insignificant is as flawed as assuming it’s the sole solution. The real challenge? Moving beyond surface-level debates to tackle the systemic issues holding Nigeria back.
Akpo vs Akpa: One-Party Rule in Disguise and the Death of Dissent
For those asking why no other female senator stood by her or why she could not get another senator’s signature for her petition, the answer lies in the very premise of this piece. This is the malaise of a one-party state, and we are dealing with individuals whose minds have been captured by Napoleon’s insatiable greed – taught to betray their conscience [colleague] for their stomachs.
Bankslaughter: A Case Study of Heritage Bank’s Collapse
Sometime in 2020, I picked up a new concept called ‘bankslaughter’, a term I found intriguing but had no immediate use for – until now. This week, it became relevant to write about it after the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) revoked the licence of Heritage Bank. Let me explain what it means and why…
From Streams to Canals: The Environmental Toll of Sachetisation in Nigeria
In light of the ban imposed by the Lagos state government on styrofoam and single-use plastic packaging, I revisited an article I wrote some time ago. I grew up surrounded by little streams with mirrors for water. In my town with no mirrors, you could stand above the streams and dress your reflection to look…
Is Marketing Inherently Evil?
You might be wondering why I chose to write on whether marketing is inherently evil. Let me explain. A friend recently asked me for a loan, and while doing so, he complained bitterly about how he had been manipulated into spending all his money on a device he didn’t need – simply because of a…
#ENDSARS Protest: What It Means for Brands
Though this awakening did not start today – its signs have been evident since the advent of the internet – technology has acted as a catalyst, providing protesters with an unparalleled level of connectivity to unite and effectively mobilise, unhindered by geographical boundaries or time constraints.