# politics

2027 Elections: Political Turbulence Over PVC Revalidation

Background and Concerns The African Democratic Congress (ADC), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the Obidient movement, and civil society groups have raised concerns about the voter revalidation exercise initiated by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). These groups warned that the implementation of the exercise could disenfranchise the electorate and damage public trust in the […]

Nabila 28 Apr 2026

Bwala, Hasan and the Politics of Persuasion

A Professional Analysis of Daniel Bwala’s Interview with Al Jazeera The recent interview between Al Jazeera’s Head-to-Head and Nigerian presidential spokesman Daniel Bwala has sparked widespread discussion across social media in Nigeria. As a communications professional who prepares senior executives for high-stakes interviews, it was difficult to watch Bwala struggle through the conversation. However, what […]

Nabila 28 Apr 2026

Nigeria’s Economic Struggle: War, Debt, and Management

Global Economic Challenges and Their Impact on Nigeria At this critical moment, there are numerous economic activities and inactivity that require urgent attention. The ongoing tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran have global implications, making their discussion essential. Additionally, the issue of rising national debt and economic mismanagement is a pressing concern for […]

Nabila 28 Apr 2026

What’s Happening in NURTW?

The National Union of Road Transport Workers: A State Within a State The National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) has evolved into a powerful entity that operates with little oversight from the government, effectively becoming a state within a state. This situation is deeply troubling in a country that claims to be governed by […]

Nabila 27 Apr 2026

Trump faces backlash with harsh, profane warning to Iran

US President’s Escalating Rhetoric and the Growing Tensions with Iran US President Donald Trump has continued to use his platform on social media to express strong opinions, even on a day like Easter Sunday. His recent messages have drawn attention and criticism from various quarters. In one of his posts, he used strong language, threatening […]

Nabila 27 Apr 2026

Stephen Daisley: Apology, Mr Swinney—You’re the Cost of Living Crisis

The Cost-of-Living Crisis and Political Rhetoric One of the advantages of writing a political column is that you seldom have to consult opinion polls. Readers will go out of their way to let you know what they think about current affairs, not just in writing but also in person. I’ve had people sidle up to […]

Nabila 27 Apr 2026