Independence Is Meaningless Without Real Freedom
As we continue to reflect on Nigeriaโs Independence, we must remember that independence means very little if citizens cannot freely express themselves, within the bounds of the law, without fear.
Reports that some Nigerians in Akwa Ibom were arrested simply for identifying with the Obidient Movement should worry every Nigerian who believes in democracy and freedom, especially when such identification is a constitutional right.
One of the greatest tragedies of our society is that people who once described themselves as freedom fighters can become defenders of oppression when they eventually occupy positions of authority. Those who once complained about injustice can become comfortable with injustice when it is being perpetrated against people they disagree with. That must not be the Nigeria we accept.
Our independence must ultimately mean freedom from fear, injustice, intolerance and abuse of power.
Nigeria must belong to all of us. -PO
The men who gaslight themselves into excusing his behaviour cannot vet a woman
Because she will show them who she is and they will rationalise every red flag because they like her.
Stanning Ronaldo is evidence of a generalised failure in character judgment
Protecting Every Vote. Winning 2027. Together.
My fellow Nigerians at home and abroad,
Over the past months, wherever I go and in your many messages, two questions keep coming up: How will our votes be protected in 2027? And how will we win?
These are fair questions, and you deserve direct answers.
This Sunday, I will answer you directly, and more importantly, listen to you. I will join you for A New Nigeria Global Digital Townhall. We will speak plainly about protecting every vote and the path to victory.
But this is not only about speaking to you. It is about listening to you. I want to hear your concerns, your insights and your strategies. This movement has always been built by you, and your ideas will shape what we do next.
Sunday, October 4, 2026
7:00 PM WAT/GMT | 2 PM EST | 12 PM MST
Attendance is by registration: https://t.co/tBtGQWtcun
Let us continue this conversation together. A New Nigeria is POSSIBLE. -PO
In 2014, as a First-Class graduate, Peter Obi recognised and rewarded my academic achievement with โฆ1,000,000.
12 years later, in Abuja, I stood beside him again, this time as a communication professional with a voice of my own.
My support for him is deeply personal, rooted in a moment I have never forgotten. H.E Mr. Peter Obi invested so much in education that the gains of his good works still remain for all to see.
From recognition to responsibility. From the classroom to the public square. ๐ณ๐ฌ
Do not forget to join Mr. Peter Obi in a New Nigeria Global Digital Townhall on Sunday, October 4, 2026, time is 7:00 PM WAT/GMT | 2 PM EST | 12 PM MST. Attendance is by registration. Visit: https://t.co/56CzQeCgsq.
A new Nigeria is POssible.
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@Debbybruno3 Power is given to those who are humble enough to bend down and pick it up.
Ronaldo canโt bend down to pick up power.
He wants to stand up and demand it.