Permit
me to preface this piece by celebrating two of my friends whose
promotions provided the occasion for me to reflect again on an issue
that keeps returning to my attention, especially on the Nigerian
conundrum of development and progress. I am indeed (just like very many
in different forms) obsessed with Nigeria, and often frustrated as to
how we could be so blessed and yet so impoverished. Almost any issue
communicates significance for me on how Nigeria can regain its greatness
and empower its citizens. And in celebrating one of
