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By Walter Duru, Ph.D In the political arena, the adage "keep your friends close and your enemies closer" is often wielded as a shield against potential adversaries. However, for President Bola Tinubu, it seems the true enemies may not be those openly opposing him, but rather those who remain silent in the face of critical issues. The ongoing Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) strike presents a crucial litmus test, revealing the concealed adversaries that surround the Nigerian President. It is no news that President Tinubu, a...

…ORDERS WATERTIGHT SECURITY, APPEALS FOR CALM The Acting Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has expressed deep concerns about recent developments regarding planned nationwide protests by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC). While being mindful of the right to peaceful protest, as enshrined in the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the IGP urges all parties involved to ensure that the planned demonstrations are conducted peacefully to prevent being hijacked by miscreants, owing to the previous ugly experiences of such protests in most major...