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A British war journalist's account of how January 15 changed Nigeria, ByAzu Ishiekwene

Nigeria, Jan. 15 -- Frederick Forsyth's account of the Nigerian Civil War, mainly from the Biafran lens, is perhaps one of the most riveting you would find. Yet, it is remarkably deficient in its one-... Read More


What you might expect in 2026: A valedictory edition, By Azu Ishiekwene

Nigeria, Jan. 9 -- "I forecast that by 29 May or earlier, the president will replace ministers, especially those who have since outlived their IOU value. As pressure mounts ahead of the pre-election y... Read More


What You Might Expect in 2026: A Valedictory Edition

Nigeria, Jan. 8 -- I forecast that by May 29 or earlier, the president will replace ministers, especially those who have since outlived their IOU value. As pressure mounts ahead of the pre-election ye... Read More


What's the cost of a Merry Christmas?, By Azu Ishiekwene

Nigeria, Dec. 25 -- I intended to write about something else, but changed my mind halfway through. Apart from making New Year's resolutions a habit, which nearly half of adult Americans engage in, ano... Read More


Ahmed's Fall, the Dangote Challenge and a Rentier System

Nigeria, Dec. 18 -- It's rare to find a multibillionaire who hasn't had nasty battles. Yet, as battles go, the fight between Aliko Dangote, the founder of the Dangote Refinery, and the CEO of the Nige... Read More