It is pertinent to draw the world’s attention to the issue of reparations for Africa once again. This much vilified issue of reparations for Africa seems to have receded to the background particularly since the death of one of its most avid supporters the late Nigerian Business Mogul MKO Abiola. The question being asked by… Continue reading Africa: Let us not Forget Reparations
Author: Babs Iwalewa
Babs is an Msc (Geography) student at the Nigerian Defense Academy, Kaduna, Nigeria. His interests are in the areas of Population, Development, Culture, Politics and Urban planning. He is a member of the Association Of Nigerian Authors )ANA), Kaduna Chapter.
Email: babiwalewa@talkafrique.com
Cote D’Iviore: After Gbagbo What Next
As the sun finally sets on Laurent Gbagbo’s reign in the cocoa growing nation of West Africa, signifying an imminent collapse of his regime, it has become pertinent to begin to take a look at what the future of Cote D’Ivoire should` look like post Laurent Gbagbo. That this West African nation has suffered so… Continue reading Cote D’Iviore: After Gbagbo What Next
As Nigeria Goes to The Polls
The much anticipated general elections in Nigeria is here. It is a staggered election with a 3 week span. Most people have concluded that this is a “make or mar” elections for Nigeria, as the gubernatorial, state and federal parliamentary elections climaxing with the presidential elections are billed to take place within this 3 week… Continue reading As Nigeria Goes to The Polls
The Libyan Crisis and The Western Double Standard
Why not Ivory Coast?
The African Woman
The International Women Day has come and gone, with much pomp and pageantry. It is indeed noteworthy that a day has been set aside to celebrate and recognize the achievements and importance of women the world over. The contributions of women to national development in different parts of the world can hardly be faulted. However,… Continue reading The African Woman
Freedom of Information Bill in Nigeria not Yet Uhuru
The freedom of Information Bill in Nigeria [FOI] in Nigeria is a bill that is ensured to give Nigerians free access to government information. The goal is to enhance greater transparency in government by giving citizens the right to peruse government documents and also ask questions on how the commonwealth [public funds] has been expended.… Continue reading Freedom of Information Bill in Nigeria not Yet Uhuru
Revolt in Egypt and Hysteria in Nigeria
The sustained mass revolt in Egypt, that eventually led to the resignation of Hosni Mubarak as President indeed caught the world’s attention while it lasted. Taking a cue from Tunisia, the Egyptian revolt started albeit jokingly until it gained enough momentum to force out the ancient regime that had been in power for 30 years.… Continue reading Revolt in Egypt and Hysteria in Nigeria
The 2011 Polls in Nigeria and The Opposition’s Lack of Seriousness
The political firmament in Nigeria looks bright, with flurry of political activities as the Nigerian people seem set for the polls once again come April 2011. It may be recalled that the People’s Democratic Party [PDP] has been in power since the advent of civilian rule in May 29 1999. The nearly 12-year rule by… Continue reading The 2011 Polls in Nigeria and The Opposition’s Lack of Seriousness