Democratic governance in Nigeria does not promise to make us perfect, but at least, the process of striving will make us a better people.

Nigeria’s ocratic process can be described as nascent when compared to other countries’ based ondem our achievements on the key features of democracy. Nigeria, having gone through 18 years of uninterrupted democratic rule, seem to have made progress with periodic elections although lacks “free and fair” status. Also, progress has been made in the rule of law, human rights and partially on our Judiciary, and thus, we seem to be on our way to consolidating democratic ethos in our polity.

AFRICA IN FOCUS Nigeria’s 2019 presidential elections: A chance to think globally and act locally Aloysius Uche Ordu Wednesday, February 6, 2019

With over a dozen national elections in Africa in 2019, the Nigerian presidential election on February 16 is one of the most consequential. The expectation, since the country’s independence in 1960, has been that the giant of Africa would emerge as a dominant world player and join its global peers. Many had hoped that by the 21st century, reform-minded leaders would have built and sustained the institutions of governance, diversified the economy, created jobs for the burgeoning and youthful population, and reduced abject poverty. That expectation was spectacularly dashed. But elections offer hope and a moment for reflection, and Nigerians should think about the past as a way of charting their future when they head to the polls.

9 Simple Tips for Writing Persuasive Web Content.by Henneke

It’s a common mistake.

Even experienced web writers make it.

When writing your web copy, who do you think of?

Do you picture a potential customer reading your text? And do you think about what makes him – or her – click?

That’s what most web writers do.

Great Games coming up this weekend across all major leagues in the world.

Saturday 1st DEcember

PREMIER LEAGUE

• Crystal Palace15:00Burnley
• Huddersfield Town15:00Brighton & Hove Albion
• Leicester City15:00Watford
• Manchester City15:00AFC Bournemouth
• Newcastle United15:00West Ham United
• Southampton17:30Manchester United

''It is idiotic to say Buhari is cloned'' Minister of Information Lai Mohammed says

Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has said it is “idiotic”  to believe or peddle the rumor that President Buhari is cloned. Since his return from his UK medical trip, there have been rumors that the person in Aso Rock at the moment is a cloned President Buhari whose real name is Jubril from Sudan.

Nigeria Politics..Granting Atiku visa now would imply you have endorsed him- FG tells US government

The Federal government has asked the United States government to think carefully before granting the PDP presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, a visa in order create the impression of endorsing him for the 2019 election.

Singer Kelly Rowland announces her new track with topless photo

Amercian singer and Destiny's child star, Kelly Rowland, who just released a song titled 'Kelly' decided to promote it with a saucy photo of herself.

The 37-year-old singer went completely topless.

This is Serious DJ Khaled and Floyd Mayweather charged by US SEC for Illegally promoting Bitcoin

Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr and music producer DJ Khaled will pay thousands of dollars to settle charges that they violated US financial laws.  

The US Securities and Exchange Commission announced the settlement on Thursday as the US financial regulator said the men failed to disclose payments they received to promote certain cryptocurrency investments.

Ukraine bars Russian men from entering country

Ukraine will not allow Russian men aged 16-60 into the country during martial law, the president has said.

An exception would be made for "humanitarian cases" such as those travelling to funerals.

Martial law has been imposed in 10 regions including those bordering Russia until 26 December.

Chelsea progress to last 32 as group winners

Sarri is asked about his verdict on today’s match ... and also about his comments regarding Ngolo Kanté. “We have to play very three days so I think in the future we will have to change very often. I was happy with the performance of the young players especially.”

School mourns death of abducted North Carolina girl, as search for killer continues "The wonderful memories of Hania ... will not be taken away by this senseless act of violence," Lumberton Junior High Principal SaVon F. Maultsby said.

FBI Senior Supervisor Andy de la Rocha prepares to read a statement that confirmed the death of missing girl Hania Aguilar during a news conference at the Lumberton Police Department in Lumberton, N.C. on Nov. 28, 2018.Melissa Sue Gerrits / The Fayetteville Observer via AP