Nigeria: FLOUNDERING AT 60
By Bolanle Bolawole
Nigeria did not just begin to flounder at 60; its floundering began a long time ago. But it had always waddled through – wobbling and fumbling all the time.
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First with details then facts By Bolanle Bolawole
Nigeria did not just begin to flounder at 60; its floundering began a long time ago. But it had always waddled through – wobbling and fumbling all the time.
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By Dr Dons Eze
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By Dr Dons Eze
It was Monday morning, November 28, 1983. The harmattan season was on the air, and the Christmas breeze had also started to blow. As usual, a lot of people were in the upswing mood, moving up and down, looking forward to the great celebration.