Abia ThinkTank

Letter to Senator Shehu Sani While your concerns about the potential involvement of northern elite in the #EndBadGovernance protests are understandable, it is important to approach this matter with a balanced perspective. The protests reflect widespread dissatisfaction across different regions of Nigeria, driven by a variety of issues including economic hardships, insecurity, and the desire for better governance. Attributing these protests solely to a conspiracy by northern elite risks oversimplifying the genuine grievances of Nigerians. The call for better governance is not unique to any particular region or political faction but resonates with the broader population that seeks accountability and…

Shaibu Impersonating Deputy Governor – Edo Govt Says The Edo State Government stated on Monday that Philip Shaibu is impersonating the deputy governor and should stop presenting himself as such. A Federal High Court in Abuja reinstated Shaibu as the deputy governor of Edo State on July 17, three months after the Edo House of Assembly had impeached him. Judge James Omotosho declared that Shaibu’s impeachment by the state assembly was illegal. Omotosho ordered the Inspector General of Police to restore Shaibu’s security details and directed that his salaries and allowances be paid from April when he was removed from…