Interview

By Bashir Rabe Mani By way of introduction, democracy is the government of the people, for the people, and by the people. Indeed, this is the commonest and the most widely accepted meaning of democracy. Similarly, democracy is a system of government where power is held by the people. Under…

By Taylor Dibbert Spanish freelance journalist Marta Moreno Guerrero reports on international politics, migration, and social movements. Residing in Pristina, Kosovo today, she focuses much of her coverage on the Balkans. I spoke with Guerrero about a range of topics, including her upbringing, current reporting projects, Kosovo’s media environment, and…

Prince Gilbert Chikwado Chukwunta, philanthropist and the 2019 Deputy Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State, recently marked his 50th birthday. In this interview with Stanley Ihedigbo, he reflects on his journey so far, Nigeria’s political climate, and what the future holds. What does it feel…

Conflict resolution expert and Chieftain of Indigenous People of Biafra , Dr. Alexander Onyeka Irobi, in this interview with Nkem Ukaegbu, speaks on the continuous detention of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, infiltration of criminals into Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), and the sit-at-home order in the South-East region, among others. Thank…

General Manager of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Bakare-Oki Olalekan, a Master’s degree holder in Transport Management/Planning from the University of Lagos, speaks with selected newspaper editors about the agency’s operations, achievements, innovations, and other key issues. Stanley Ihedigbo was there. Excerpts: What has the experience been like…

Director General of the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Support Coalition Movement (BATSCM), Mayor Kingsley Okoronkwo (MKO), is a political analyst and United Nations Peace Mayor committed to supporting President Tinubu’s re-election bid. In this interview with Stanley Ihedigbo, he reveals his plans for promoting the Renewed Hope Agenda. Excerpts: What inspired…

Outgoing National President of National Institute of Marketing of Nigeria (NIMN), a former Managing Director of Samsung Nigeria, Mr Idoreyin Enang, has sat on the board of several blue chip companies. Enang in this interview with Journalists bares his mind on the challenges and triumphs in managing the activities of…

In a recent media interview, US Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency Richard Mills Jr., highlighted the new US administration’s focus on commercial diplomacy and an investment-led strategy in Africa. He emphasized the importance of building strong trade ties and addressing market reforms to improve the business environment. Stanley Ihedigbo captured…

By Taylor Dibbert and Nithyani Anandakugan Sri Lanka has experienced significant political change in recent times. The election of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in September 2024 and a parliamentary vote that followed in November emphasized people’s desire for improved governance and better economic management. Yet the lasting impacts of the…

By Anna Turns Last week, I traveled to the historic city of Perugia in Umbria, Italy. With clear blue skies, wisteria hanging over ancient Roman walls, plenty of gelato and beautiful vistas from the hilltop, the setting was pretty special. More inspiring though, were the people I spoke to during…