Lamido, Aliyu and the politics of survival – Salisu Suleiman
Jigawa state governor, Sule Lamido is a towering figure. Standing at over six feet, with his long cap and flowing babbariga, he can be intimidating. But beyond his physical size,[…]
Category: Analysis
Poverty and Rising Food Prices
Should we be concerned that over the last six (6) months rising food prices have been the single most important cause of the upward movement in headline inflation numbers? The[…]
The futility of the Arab World War – Salisu Suleiman
In early 2003 during a trip to the Middle East, I ran into Umar Bello Haliru, an old friend who is a professional based in the region. In the course[…]
Economic Headwinds and Policy Responses
You do not have to be a close watcher of the Nigerian state to conclude that the short stretch of road ahead (until the next fork in February, next year)[…]
What next for Marwa, Ribadu? – Salisu Suleiman
Politics can be as enthralling as it can be atrocious. It can bring fame and fortune, just as it can lead to dearth and dishonour. It can make one a[…]
The Economics of the Planned Ban on the Consumption of “Ponmo”
A clear trend is emerging in the thinking around the best way to manage our economy. It is unashamedly mercantilist. In response to the question, “How do we accelerate domestic[…]
Matters Arising: The Ponmo and The Logo – Feyi Fawehinmi
The Ponmo A rather delicious debate has broken out on the internet over the government’s alleged plans to ban the consumption of ponmo (cow hide) by Nigerians in a bid[…]
Still on Buhari and the northern elite – Salisu Suleiman
The next presidential elections may still be five months away, but the tempo in political activity – at least going by the frenzy created by the more than 8,000 groups[…]
Should Alarm Bells Be Ringing For The Economy?
One of the more risible aspects of the recent re-basing of domestic economic output numbers was the attempt by pro-Jonathan administration types to pass the higher GDP numbers, which emerged,[…]
Atiku Abubakar’s Ominous Silence – Salisu Suleiman
One costly mistake a politician can make is to underestimate the opposition. Conversely, one of the smartest acts of subtlety a politician can pull off is playing dumb, and getting[…]