Tag: Reuben Abati
The last time Nigerians felt like this was under Abacha –...
The various reactions on Independence Day yesterday can only compel us to ask one question: what does Nigeria mean to you or me? I...
The Mark Zuckerberg visit, by Reuben Abati
Mark Zuckerberg’s two-day visit to Nigeria has done a lot for the country; it is a pity no government official or agency has tried...
Why it is difficult to please Nigerian voters, by Reuben Abati
One other outcome of our democratic experience since 1999 is how demanding and insatiable the Nigerian voter has become, and because political office holders...
Let’s talk Turkey about Turkey, by Reuben Abati
I was shocked by the trenchant reaction to my piece on the July 15 attempted coup in Turkey from at least two persons. The...
Theresa May, Melaye and the leader’s wife, by Reuben Abati
“Have you been to Bourdillon? Or rather I should ask when are you going to Bourdillon?”
“What’s happening?”
“I hear people are paying solidarity visits to...
Two lives and other stories, by Reuben Abati
Two lives lost recently in the creative industry convey useful messages in terms of the import of their careers and the circumstances of their...
Ambode and the street traders of Lagos, by Reuben Abati
I am writing this piece after holding a series of conversations with Lagos street traders and hawkers who seem not to be aware of...
The stolen pot of soup, by Reuben Abati
“I am depressed, my brother.”
“You are always depressed. I am actually used to that. I can’t remember when last you were not choleric, depressed,...
The national brain in recession, by Reuben Abati
“Have you eaten today? If not, let me show you this new restaurant. Good food, the service girls specially attractive, the Madam herself is...
The Niger Delta Avengers, by Reuben Abati
Niger Delta Avengers is the name of a new group of militants in the Niger Delta who claim to be different from the former...