Nigeria, March 1 -- Ladies and gentlemen, grab your popcorn because our Legislative Institution has turned into a prime-time reality show! If governance were Nollywood, some of our lawmakers would be award-winning actors by now.

Let's start with this word-distinguished. It means someone worthy of respect, a person of high moral standing, an example of excellence. But let's be honest-if we applied this definition strictly, some of our lawmakers wouldn't even qualify as distinguished guests at a village meeting!

Now, to the matter at hand. One Senator has made some serious allegations, claiming to have evidence. Instead of everyone saying, "Oya, bring the evidence, let's see," we are seeing drama, counter-drama, and scenes that even Zee W...