Oluyomi Ola-David Insights

In a true democracy, the powerful voice of a united citizenry rule the polity. In a false democracy, the ideas of self-interested state captors may guide the polity. In a rejuvenated democracy, citizens hold a stake in every aspect of national life, embrace their duties, and are free to enjoy their rights without crowding out others. Which one of the above depicts your country's current experience? I sincerely commemorate Nigeria's Democracy Day (12th June, 2022) with these few thoughts of mine. Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria! ...

One of the things I was delighted to experience during my graduate internship at the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) was the practicality of united diversity. If my memory serves me right, behind my desk was an European and by my right was a Cameroonian, while on the left was an Asian who did not compromise weekly karate classes. In front of my desk there was a row of Africans and Latinos.  Outside of my workspace, I worked closely with a uniquely meticulous Ugandan in furtherance of my assigned projects. The Indian lady down one hallway could graciously adorn her signature sari and forehead dot, and a Kenyan consultant looked ever so gorgeous in her native attires and beaded accessories.   Everyone could just be present to add value to the broad unifying objectives of the workplace community. Here is my bottom line: the United Nations system presents a model of what is plausible when people with varied ethnic nationalities, native penchant, and skills cooperate to achieve un