By Ikeddy Isiguzo

America, as most of us call the United States of America, USA, is a big country with confusions that match its size. The latest is the presidency of Donald Trump, whose face knots delightfully when he issues another threat - it could be to the unborn.

By Azu Ishiekwene

I can understand if many people outside the US wish to forget about President Donald Trump and get on with their lives. However hard you try, you can’t keep up with the chaos in the White House since January 20.

By Onjefu Okidu

As Nigeria gears up for the 2027 elections in approximately two years, the entire Benue Zone C, and the rest of the world were hit with the disappointing news that Apa/Agatu Federal Constituency, the deciding vote-house of Benue South, had embraced the superfluous mantra of “Awa Lokan” – “it is our turn.” Not a few commentators have likened the move to the American Richard Nixon’s madman theory – the use of unpredictability and coercive bargaining to address political retrogression. The constituency which is known for its timid political alliances and cheap sell-outs is set as usual to reinforce the maintenance of the zone’s political status quo with coercive sentiments and disruptive strategies. In particular, the implications are potentially grave for the Benue South Senatorial seat.

By Bola Bolawole

As Christians we are taught that if all else fails, we should try praise and worship! When prayer fails, try praise and worship! When fasting fails, try praise and worship! When vigil fails, try praise and worship! When giving, offering, first fruit, tithe and seed offering fail, try praise and worship! In other words, praise and worship appear as the master key that opens all doors. When we get desperate, and exasperated, get hold of the master key of praise and worship! There are occasions, circumstances and situations that try the soul of men. There are times when we feel giving up is the only option left - when we throw our arms up in the air in utter resignation.

By Steve Osuji

POWER MONGER: Muda is much in a haste. He wouldn’t wait for the pounded yam to be ready. He hurriedly began to munch his yam hot, hot, with palm oil and a sprinkling of pepper and salt.

By Folu Olamiti FNGE

In recent weeks, I have been struck by the profound loss of two remarkable individuals. First, the passing of Justice Emmanuel Olayinka Ayoola, a retired Supreme Court Judge with whom I shared a deep, daily connection. And now, the heartbreaking departure of my closest elder sister, Christie Oluwakaikunmi Adebamiwa.

By Azu Ishiekwene

It’s hard to argue when U.S. President Donald Trump says that God saved him to save America. Not only is a rational argument often suspended or lost when God enters the matter, but Trump’s return as the 47th president defies logic.

By Dr. Okechukwu Chuks Ironkwe

As I sit to pen down this week’s thoughts, I am reminded of an old African proverb that says, “If the foundation is shaky, the house will not stand.” For too long, Nigeria’s grassroots governance—our Local Governments, Wards, and Community institutions—have been like that house built on a shaky foundation. We have celebrated democracy on paper while ignoring the very engine rooms where democracy thrives: local institutions.

By Bola Bolawole

John Azuka-Mbata’s emergence as the President-General (we love big titles!) of Ohanaeze, the Igbo apex socio-cultural organisation, has again ignited the controversy of whether or not the Ikwerres, of whom Azuka-Mbata is one, are Igbo. If Ikwerres are not Igbo, why elect a non-Igbo to lead an exclusively Igbo organization as important as Ohanaeze? And if Azuka-Mbata does not consider himself Igbo, why foray into or fish in Igbo troubled waters, so to say?

By Bolanle Bolawole

We have been told that as we approach the end-time, there is nothing we shall not see or hear! All things become possible. Yinka Aiyefele told us in one of his songs that Ifa now shouts Alleluia (Ifa n ke alleluya). Now, in the ensuing melee over the appointment of a new Alafin of Oyo, we have witnessed allegations of bribery and corruption fly in all directions, Ifa’s sacred groves inclusive. If gold rusts, what will iron do?

By Jude Ogechi Eze

Yesterday, as I sat behind the microphone at Radio Nigeria Voice FM Nsukka during the “Voice Connect” live program, I had a rare privilege to engage directly with the people of Udenu Local Government Area and the wider public. The topic? Chairman Aka Eze Aka’s first 100 days in office. The response from callers was both heartwarming and illuminating, painting a picture of a leader who has not only won the trust of his people but has also begun to etch his name in the annals of good governance.

By Azu Ishiekwene

On the eve of Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 45th President of the U.S., on January 19, 2017, I wrote an article I could easily write now. It was entitled “A Memory of America on Obama’s Last Day.” With minor edits, it’s worth repeating as Trump happens again as the 47th President of the U.S.