Fubara and the Stockholm Syndrome of Nigerian Politics

In trying to decode the curious conduct of Siminalayi Fubara since his reinstatement as governor of Rivers State—after serving a six-month suspension imposed by the “headmaster” of Nigeria’s democracy, President Bola Tinubu, and his “class captain,” Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, Minister of the FCT—I found myself revisiting the term Stockholm syndrome. The phrase dates back to […]

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NPA Targets Globally Competitive Port System, Digital Transformation by 2026

The Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, has announced that the Authority is working to establish a globally competitive port system designed to enhance trade facilitation, attract Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), and boost investor confidence in Nigeria’s economy. Speaking at the ongoing United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) while presenting a […]

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Rihanna and A$AP Rocky Welcome Baby No. 3 — Meet Their Daughter, Rocki Irish Mayers

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky have added another little star to their growing family! The power couple recently announced the birth of their third child, a baby girl named Rocki Irish Mayers, and fans everywhere can’t stop talking about the sweet meaning behind her name. The 37-year-old singer, who has seamlessly balanced her career in music, […]

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Beyond the Stars: Why Creative Exits Are Reshaping African Music

Introduction – Why Talk About Creative Industry Exits in Music? For too long, African music has been framed only through its superstars — Wizkid, Burna Boy, Davido, Ayra Starr. But behind the fame are companies, contracts, and strategic deals that actually shape the industry’s future. A merger, acquisition, or joint venture isn’t just about “selling […]

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