Is it possible for a nation to grapple with its past while striving for a better future? In "A Coup Trial Without Precedent," Farooq A. Kperogi reflects on his experiences growing up in Nigeria under oppressive military regimes. He explores how the yearning for military rule reveals a collective amnesia about the harsh realities of that era. Despite the disappointments of democracy, Kperogi argues that it's crucial to address our shortcomings rather than romanticize the past. His insights challenge us to confront our history head-on and inspire a more resilient future.

How can we ensure that history aids our progress instead of hindering it?

Read more here: https://journalist101.com/2026/04/25/a-coup-trial-without-precedent/
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Is it possible for a nation to grapple with its past while striving for a better future? In "A Coup Trial Without Precedent," Farooq A. Kperogi reflects on his experiences growing up in Nigeria under oppressive military regimes. He explores how the yearning for military rule reveals a collective amnesia about the harsh realities of that era. Despite the disappointments of democracy, Kperogi argues that it's crucial to address our shortcomings rather than romanticize the past. His insights challenge us to confront our history head-on and inspire a more resilient future. How can we ensure that history aids our progress instead of hindering it? Read more here: https://journalist101.com/2026/04/25/a-coup-trial-without-precedent/ #Nigeria #Democracy #MilitaryRule #CoupTrial #SocialChange
A Coup Trial Without Precedent
By Farooq A. Kperogi I came of age in Nigeria during absolutist, totalitarian military regimes and was shaped by the anti-military rhetoric and activism that surrounded me. Although democracy hasn’t lived up to its promises, which has fueled what I c
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