February 21st, 2007 |
by Imnakoya |
published in
Conflict, Governance, Niger-Delta, Nigeria, Oil
It’s getting seriously irritating to read about hostages been taken and released in the Niger-delta every other day. How much has been paid as ransom since the bandits perfected this scam-strategy? Where does the funds come from, and whose pockets does it go? I suspect a cabal runs these militia and it’s quietly profitting from the scams at the detriment of all Nigerians, particularly the innocent indigenes of the Niger-delta.
February 19th, 2007 |
by Imnakoya |
published in
Activism, Democracy, Governance, Nigeria
There is one thing the candidacy of Mimiko has proven: The masses react positively to ambitious political candidates that exhibit grassroots connection, charisma, and purposeful leadership. The unexpected circumstances surrounding Mimiko’s candidacy now seems to have breed a base of fanatical followers in Ondo state, as well as diverse pool of admirers and well-wishers in Nigeria and abroad. Can the “Mimiko-phenomenon” be replicated elsewhere in Nigeria? Why not! In fact, if democracy is to become meaningful in Nigeria, this is a phenomenon other candidates and political aspirants must study.
February 9th, 2007 |
by Imnakoya |
published in
Africa, Business and Entrepreneurship, Democracy, Governance, Kenya, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, South Africa
Africa Unchained: Another Africa is Possible!
“It is unwise to presume that the poor, be they illiterate, are bereft of inherent skills, experiences and talents that can be useful in building our communities. The same people are our heroes who daily create better livelihoods for their children. They fought colonialism and resisted slavery. How can we […]
February 7th, 2007 |
by Imnakoya |
published in
Governance, Nigeria
The fact remains that the political and economic misfortune of the Nigerian nation is partly due to the unethical political maneuversof those elected as leaders and vanguards of democracy. After several failed attempts, and 8 tumulus years of nurturing and building a democratic system, it is bothersome that the embodiment of this institution, President Obasanjo - a self-acclaimed reformist - is using his office, and his person, to undermine the institution by openly, crudely, forcefully, and unethically swaying public opinion in favor of his political party and cronies. It is my hope that the Nigerian electorate can see through the smoke.
February 5th, 2007 |
by Imnakoya |
published in
Africa, Diaspora, Governance, Nigeria
As the airplane was hovering over the frozen mass of the city before it landed, I wondered if circumstances in Sub-Saharan Africa would have be more positive if there exist a freeze-and-thaw weather cycle - the kind unique to north Europe and America?
