Thursday, November 12, 2026

Rudolf Okonkwo

November 8, 2026

Thank you, Trump, for saving the United States of America

While Democrats were busy writing campaign manifestos and raising money, Trump was doing the hard work of mobilising voters for them.

President Donald Trump
November 3, 2026

Rudolf Okonkwo: A Decade of Remembrance: Archdeacon Dr Dan Okpala

Your service to humanity has been the template I struggle to emulate. I may never live up to it, but at least it has remained a guide.

Archdeacon Dr Dan Okpala
October 28, 2026

Rudolf Okonkwo: What if President Tinubu comes third in the 2027 election?

For Tinubu to come third, rather than merely lose an election, something more dramatic would have to happen.

Peter Obi, President Bola Tinubu and Atiku Abubakar
September 22, 2026

Vice President Shettima’s United Nations General Assembly Speech (A Rejected Draft)

For those of you who have approached me since I arrived to ask whether everything is alright with my president, let me assure you that all is well.

Shettima at UNGA
September 20, 2026

Tinubu finally solves his Chicago problem

Sometimes, the best diplomatic strategy is simple: don’t show up.

President Bola Tinubu (Credit: Presidency)
August 30, 2026
Dolly Parton
August 1, 2026

How hate becomes a virus that consumes us

As part of the animal kingdom, our first instinct when confronted with a stranger is not to trust and embrace.

Chinua Achebe
July 12, 2026

Is Bola Tinubu among those afraid of Femi Gbajabiamila?

The larger question is what it says about our democracy when so many people feel unable to discuss openly those who wield enormous influence behind the scenes.

Bola Tinubu and Femi Gbajabiamila
June 27, 2026

Dear Kenneth Okonkwo, nwoke m, kedu ife na eme?

From a distance, it seemed that something was hurting you beyond politics.

Kenneth Okonkwo
June 23, 2026

 Mark Okoye, SEDC and the trial of South-East leadership

The era when leaders could toy with the destiny of the South-East and expect endless patience is drawing to a close.

Mark Okoye