LIST OF REASONS

Introduction The arrival of Christian missionaries in Nigeria during the 19th century marked a pivotal era in the nation's religious, social, and educational history. Beginning in the 1840s, groups like the Church Missionary Society (CMS) , Wesleyan Methodist Mission, Baptist Mission, and later Roman Catholic societies established bases in places like Badagry, Abeokuta, and the Niger Delta. While early Portuguese Catholic efforts in the 15th century had limited impact in Benin and Warri, sustained Protestant and Catholic missionary activity surged in the 19th century. What drove these Christian missionaries to Nigeria ? Several interconnected reasons fueled their efforts. Five (5) Reasons for the Coming of Christian Missionaries to Nigeria: Historical Motivations 1. Spreading the Gospel and Evangelism The primary motivation was spiritual: to convert Africans from indigenous beliefs to Christianity. Missionaries viewed West Africa, including Nigeria, as a vast "field ripe for h...

Introduction Nigeria's Labour Party (LP) has been embroiled in a prolonged leadership crisis since 2024, following the 2023 elections where Peter Obi emerged as a strong contender. The latest development came on January 21, 2026, when the Federal High Court in Abuja sacked Julius Abure as National Chairman and recognized Senator Nenadi Usman as the party's authentic leader. Justice Peter Lifu delivered the judgment in suit FHC/ABJ/CS/2262/2025, ordering the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognize the Usman-led caretaker committee pending a national convention .  This ruling stems from earlier judicial pronouncements and escalating factional disputes. Here are the key reasons why the court sacked Julius Abure and affirmed Nenadi Usman as the valid leader. Five (5) Reasons Why Court Sacks Julius Abure as Labour Party Chair, Names Party’s Authentic Leader 1. Expiration of Abure’s Tenure as National Chairman The court held that evidence clearly showed Abure...

Introduction Citizenship by naturalization in Nigeria allows eligible foreigners to become Nigerian citizens after meeting strict requirements under Section 27 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). Applicants must demonstrate good character, residency (typically 15 years continuous or equivalent), assimilation into local communities, useful contributions to Nigeria, and take the Oath of Allegiance. However, the President holds discretionary power to grant or deny the certificate. Denial is common and often stems from failure to satisfy core criteria or discretionary concerns. Understanding the reasons for denying citizenship by naturalization in Nigeria helps applicants prepare and highlights the process's rigorous nature. Four (4) Reasons for Denying Citizenship by Naturalization in Nigeria: Key Grounds and Implications 1. Failure to Meet Basic Eligibility Requirements Denial frequently occurs when applicants do not fulfill constitutional prerequisites. Key disqualifiers includ...