Religious Police in Nigeria: Order, Faith, and Fear
They smash beer bottles and police hairstyles, but what is the true function and constitutional standing of Nigeria's Hisbah corps? We look beyond the headlines to examine the state-sanctioned enforcement of faith.
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ECOWAS Court Challenges Nigeria’s Sharia Blasphemy Laws: Kano Rejects Reform
In April 2025, the ECOWAS Court ruled that Kano State’s blasphemy laws, which include severe penalties like the death penalty, violate freedom of expression under international human rights standards. Kano’s government rejected the ruling, defending the laws as reflective of local religious values and constitutionally valid.
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Nigeria to Reserve 30% of Political Seats for Women
Nigeria is considering a bill to reserve approximately 111 seats for women in the National Assembly and 108 in state assemblies, aiming to boost female representation, which is currently below 5% in federal legislatures, but faces cultural and logistical challenges.
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Is Nigeria Sliding into One-Party Rule?
On paper, Nigeria is a multi-party republic. In reality, the consolidation of power, ideological emptiness, and the weakening of opposition point towards a democratic deficit that demands scrutiny.
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Nigeria to Bring Back History Education
History was removed from Nigeria’s school curriculum in 2008, officially due to low student interest and a lack of teachers, but some, including Wole Soyinka, suggest it was a deliberate move to suppress knowledge of sensitive historical events like the Nigerian Civil War. The subject is set to return in...
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The Political Fallout of the 2025 Niger State Flood
The May 2025 flood in Mokwa, Niger State, killed over 200 people and displaced thousands, exposing systemic failures in disaster preparedness. This post examines the political implications, including government accountability, budget mismanagement, and the erosion of public trust ahead of elections.
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The End of Money-Spraying in Nigeria?
The recent, high-profile arrests for "Naira abuse" have weaponized a long-ignored law, igniting a firestorm. It's a clash between state power and cultural identity, forcing a national conversation about respect, celebration, and who gets to define them.
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Sallah, School Breaks, and the Cost to Learning
When state governments in Nigeria grant extended school breaks for the Sallah festival, it ignites a debate that goes far beyond religious observance. These decisions, often framed as gestures of goodwill, carry significant and often unexamined costs: disrupted academic calendars, measurable learning loss for students, and deep constitutional questions about...
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How Nigeria’s Economy Continues to Serve Western Interests
Nigeria’s economy remains entangled with Western interests due to colonial legacies, oil exploitation, financial corruption, and imposed economic policies. This article explores how structures like IMF programs, foreign aid conditions, and multinational control of oil resources sustain economic dependency and hinder true sovereignty.
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What Does Ken Saro-Wiwa’s Pardon Really Mean?
The state that murdered him now offers forgiveness. We must ask: Is the proposed pardon for Ken Saro-Wiwa and the Ogoni Nine an act of reconciliation, or a sophisticated political maneuver to bury a restless ghost and rewrite history?
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Ramadan School Shutdown and Its Impact on Education
In 2025, four northern Nigerian states closed schools for Ramadan, sparking debate over educational disruption and religious freedom. This post examines the closures’ impact on students, particularly in regions with high out-of-school rates, and the tension between religious observance and secular education.
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The Return of the Benin Bronzes and the Fight for Colonial Justice
The return of looted Benin Bronzes to Nigeria marks a step toward colonial justice, but challenges remain. This post explores the artifacts’ history, recent repatriations, and the ongoing debate over ownership, restitution, and Nigeria’s capacity to preserve its cultural heritage.
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Why Are Religious Leaders Silent on the Benue Massacre?
The 2025 Benue massacre, claiming over 100 lives, prompted statements from Christian and Muslim leaders, yet a perception of silence persists. This post explores their responses, the complex ethnic and religious dynamics, and the challenges religious leaders face in resolving Nigeria’s conflicts.
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‘No Bra, No Exam’ and the Policing of Women’s Bodies
A viral video from Olabisi Onabanjo University showed female staff checking if students were wearing bras before exams, sparking outrage over gender discrimination and bodily autonomy. This incident highlights problematic dress code policies in Nigerian universities that disproportionately target women, reflecting broader societal issues of controlling women’s bodies.
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Why the National Assembly Pushes to End Immunity for Governors and Vice Presidents
In 2025, Nigeria’s National Assembly proposed removing immunity for governors and vice presidents, aiming to curb corruption and enhance accountability. This post examines the amendment’s motivations, legal implications, and challenges in a political landscape marked by impunity.
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Religious Police in Nigeria: Order, Faith,... 
ECOWAS Court Challenges Nigeria’s Sharia Blasphemy... 
Nigeria to Reserve 30% of Political... 
Is Nigeria Sliding into One-Party Rule? 
Nigeria to Bring Back History Education 
The Political Fallout of the 2025... 
The End of Money-Spraying in Nigeria? 
Sallah, School Breaks, and the Cost... 
How Nigeria’s Economy Continues to Serve... 
What Does Ken Saro-Wiwa’s Pardon Really... 
Ramadan School Shutdown and Its Impact... 
The Return of the Benin Bronzes... 
Why Are Religious Leaders Silent on... 
‘No Bra, No Exam’ and the... 
Why the National Assembly Pushes to... The Truth Has No Agenda
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