Ibrahim Modibbo says defections, greed and weak opposition are pushing Nigeria towards a one-party state.

Ebere Ifendu says rampant defections threaten Nigeria’s democracy and weaken meaningful opposition.

Chibuzo Okereke says only the full Senate can approve ambassadorial appointments, not committees.

Tawfiq Raimi insists thorough scrutiny, not speed, must guide Senate’s ambassadorial confirmations.

Public policy analyst Abba Kaka warns senators are rubber-stamping controversial ambassadorial nominees without proper scrutiny.

Ismail Omipidan says claims that Oyetola orchestrated Osun APC aspirants’ disqualification are politically motivated and disconnected from reality.

Kolapo Alimi says Adeleke’s political grip in Osun is tight as nearly 80% of Osun voters and workers remain firmly committed to him.

“There’s a systematic genocidal attack against many communities in Nigeria,” says Terseer Ugbor

OPAN president Alex Nwuba says festive-season fare surge is demand-driven, not airline exploitation.

Former information minister Lai Mohammed, says the move to suspend Twitter was driven purely by national interest, not Buhari’s deleted tweet.

Former UN Human Rights Adviser, Professor Uche Emelonye says prevention, not harsher punishment, is key to reducing kidnappings.

Former minister Frank Nweke Jnr says only accountable leadership and secure citizens can restore public trust.

Bernard Mikko says Governor Fubara’s defection to APC was a strategic move for security, protection, and Rivers stability.

Dr Kunle Fagbemi says Nigeria acted without proper due process, failing risk assessment and potentially serving French interests in West Africa intervention.

Former DG of ACCI, Chijioke Ekechukwu, criticises government for 70% budget rollover, citing contractor delays and borrowing concerns.

AfDB executive Oyebode Oyetunde says major power, fiscal and agriculture reforms have unlocked expanded financing for Nigeria.

Presidential adviser on finance and economy Okoli says Nigeria’s reforms are restoring investor confidence and targeting inclusive development.

Former National Secretary of the APC, Iyiola Omisore, criticises flawed process, political interference, and warns against repeating 2022 election mistakes.

Former minister of information Jerry Gana says his public service was driven by faith, ideals and people-centred leadership.

Tanimu Turaki insists his emergence as PDP national chairman followed party zoning, consensus, and established democratic processes.