The legal and investigative turmoil surrounding the Dharmasthala allegations has taken a dark and complex turn, drawing in figures from across the state and creating a climate of intense fear. At the center of this firestorm is a woman who has found herself unexpectedly and aggressively embroiled in a narrative she claims is entirely fabricated. She recently took the step of filing a formal police complaint in Davanagere, alleging that individuals associated with the Sri Kshetra Dharmasthala Rural Development Project (SKDRDP) publicly harassed and abused her. Her account paints a chilling picture of intimidation, claiming that her life has been…

For decades, the narrative that Nigeria’s 1999 Constitution was a “military decree” imposed upon the people has dominated our national discourse. However, in his newly released autobiography, Call of Duty, former Head of State General Abdulsalami Abubakar (retd.) has stepped forward to challenge this perception, offering a deeply personal and historical account of how the document actually came to be. Celebrating his 84th birthday, the retired General clarified that he was not the architect of an enforced military document, but rather a steward who listened to the collective voice of Nigerians during a volatile transition period. He asserts that the…