Hunger and the Insensitivity of Mr. President
I watched with deep concern the statement made by President Bola Tinubu to the Catholic Bishops who visited his office, that there has always been hunger in Nigeria, even before he was born.
While it is true that hunger has been a part of human life and has existed in our country for decades, such a statement appears insensitive to the plight of the millions of Nigerians who face worsening economic hardship today. More importantly, we must focus on the facts and the measurable outcomes of governance.
Before the present administration assumed office in 2023, an estimated 17 million Nigerians were facing acute food insecurity, primarily caused by insecurity, armed conflict, widespread banditry, and devastating floods. Today, less than three years later, that number has risen to about 35 million Nigerians. Instead of improving the situation, the crisis has worsened significantly under the current administration.
The same trend is evident in poverty. Before this government took office in 2023, Nigeria’s extreme poverty was estimated at 87 million people. Current projections suggest that this number is approaching 140 million people, making Nigeria home to the largest population of people living in extreme poverty anywhere in the world.
No one disputes that this administration inherited serious challenges. However, leadership is measured not by the challenges inherited but by the results achieved. The government must honestly acknowledge that its response has fallen far short of what the situation demanded, with millions more Nigerians pushed deeper into poverty and hunger.
The combination of persistent insecurity, poor economic management, fiscal indiscipline, wasteful public expenditure, and inadequate investment in productive sectors has compounded the suffering of ordinary Nigerians.
A responsible government must prioritise investment in education, healthcare, agriculture, security, and small businesses while pursuing policies that create jobs, expand production, and lift people out of poverty. That remains my commitment to the Nigerian people.
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Behind every strong movement are individuals who give their time, energy and unwavering commitment.
Our able @YunusaTanko has been one of those pillars, tirelessly engaging Nigerians and promoting Peter Obi's vision across the country.
His dedication deserves appreciation, respect and recognition.
Nigeria will be OK.
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In the United States, the population breakdown for these groups is approximately 58% non-Hispanic white, 19% Hispanic or Latino (Espanol), and 13% Black or African American.
“With Peter Obi’s overwhelming popularity across the South-East and Nigeria at large, it is time to give an Igbo president a fair and equal opportunity.”
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I am Delighted to welcome you as Dir of Diaspora of the OK Movement. Your commitment to credible democratic participation make you an outstanding addition.
Looking forward to the impact you’ll make engaging our global Nigerian community.
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REVEALED: Ethnic Bigot Temmy Okanlomo Advocated “South Africa-Style” Expulsion Of Igbos From Yorubaland As More Terror-Like Details Emerge From His Facebook Profile https://t.co/Q0xZel1KM4
Today is the anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid.
How does the Trump administration respond?
Cutting these taxpayer benefits to make it harder for you to get healthcare.
Time for the extremists to go.
The fake news claiming that @YunusaTanko has been sacked is false and should be ignored.
If you don't know, let me educate you....
Dr. Yunusa Tanko has sacrificed his time, energy and resources to build and strengthen the Obidient Movement. He has remained steadfast in advancing the ideals of a better Nigeria.
Political disagreements should never be an excuse for spreading falsehoods or disrespecting those who have made genuine contributions.
If you cannot appreciate his sacrifices, at least respect them.
At least 30 Christians were killed in an attack on their village in Kaduna State in Nigeria on Sunday. Truth Nigeria reports the number of killed actually exceeds 60 people, citing multiple attacks. LATEST COVERAGE: https://t.co/OQCizdN71t
US-Based Nigerian Man Temmy Okanlomo Reportedly Orders His Community People To Kill Any Igbo Person That Owns A House In Yorubaland https://t.co/21r5oP90D8
This is Dr. Von Batten. Two weeks ago, when I brought to Congressman @RepRonnyJackson's attention the @TheJusticeDept heroin trafficking allegations against Nigerian President Bola Tinubu (@officialABAT), Congressman Jackson told me during our discussion that Nigeria has become the new hub for South American drug traffickers.
That statement and the article below should concern every Nigerian and every American. #Nigeria should be known as the Giant of Africa, not as a center for international drug trafficking. If Members of the United States Congress now view Nigeria through the lens of drug trafficking and transnational organized crime, it is a warning that the country's international reputation is being severely damaged.
The Nigerian people deserve better, and the United States has a shared interest in ensuring that criminal networks do not use Nigeria as a gateway for trafficking throughout West Africa and beyond. This is why I believe Nigerians should support former Vice President Atiku Abubakar (@atiku) for President. Unlike current President #Tinubu, there is no U.S. government record linking Atiku, @PeterObi, or any other Nigerian presidential candidate to drug trafficking. That shameful distinction belongs solely to President Bola #Tinubu
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The biggest dolt is the one who believes that Governors do not reject Commissioners of Police and they are reposted. That dolt can be forgiven because he or she has not worked in government.
The next biggest dolt is the one that believes that when @PeterObi said all his Commissioners of police are either from the north or Muslim he meant civil commissioners.
There are many dolts calling out imagined dolts on Nigerian twitter space.
Asked why he’s breaking with President Trump on plans to deport Haitian migrants, Ohio’s Republican governor, Mike DeWine, cited his ancestors, who he said came to the U.S. in the 19th century after fleeing the famine in Ireland.
“History tells us that this country was built with immigrants,” DeWine told @camiloreports.