The Disheartening Humiliation of Prof. Aghaji
Every day in this country, we find ourselves in a bizarre situation that we find difficult to understand: where we are and how we got to this uncivilised behaviour and rascality. Worse still, when you try to bring these abnormalities to the attention of those concerned, they resort to abuse instead of appreciation.
Just this morning, my attention was drawn to the disrespectful and humiliating circumstances surrounding the apprehension of Professor Martin Aghaji, a distinguished 74-year-old medical expert. This man was not invited, nor was any direct contact made with him. Instead, they invaded his home at Independent Layout, Enugu, in the dead of the night, at 2 a.m., to arrest him in front of his visiting daughter.
As an internationally recognised cardiothoracic surgeon, esteemed academic, and elder statesman, Professor Aghaji warrants a considerable degree of respect, both because of his advanced age and his substantial contributions to our nation. More importantly, however, every Nigerian, irrespective of status or profession, deserves to be treated with dignity and in accordance with the rule of law. After the humiliation of breaking into his house and whisking him away from Enugu to Lagos for three days, all he got was, “Sorry, we made a mistake.”
The public outcry concerning the state’s handling of Professor Aghaji’s case highlights a wider conflict between the actions of state security agencies and the imperative to safeguard professional integrity and individual dignity. Such conduct directed at a 74-year-old might not only exacerbate the critical “brain drain” but also severely damage the country’s already precarious healthcare infrastructure.
This incident brings to mind the similar mistreatment of a medical practitioner in Akwa Ibom, which prompted the Nigeria Medical Association to consider a nationwide strike. Fortunately, due to prompt intervention, a formal public apology was issued to the affected doctor.
The practice of treating highly regarded, ethical professionals - and indeed any Nigerian - like common criminals sets a dangerous precedent that undermines the rule of law across all sectors. Therefore, we must conduct ourselves with civility in the discharge of our public duties. A superior and renewed Nigeria is indeed POssible. -PO
Why do they like using this "rescue" word when it's clearly a lie.
It's better to say they "secured the release" of the kidnapped victims.
I'm glad they were able to secure their release and truly hope the security situation in the country becomes improved.
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At 5, Aisosa Agbon-Ifo became Nigeria's youngest STEM Olympiad gold medalist. Now at 6, he has secured back-to-back victories by winning the 2026 Grade 2 category.
Congratulations to the young champion from Banana Island International School! 👏🧮
After a long day of traveling across three states yesterday, we finally landed at our last destination and began the drive back.
Somewhere along the way, Peter Obi pulled out his phone, opened YouTube, and started watching one of @mrmacaroni’s skits.
As exhausted as we all were, he held his phone where everyone could see, and we ended up watching together. He laughed heartily, and it made me pause for a moment.
This, I realized, is how he unwinds. He finds joy in simple moments and makes the most of them.
Then another thought struck me: a man who genuinely spends his free time watching a content creator’s work is someone who recognizes the value of that industry.
Today, content creation has grown into one of the world’s biggest creative industries, with young Nigerians driving much of its success. Yet many creators are struggling because the cost of cameras, lenses, lighting, and other equipment has soared as the naira continues to lose value against the dollar.
As a photographer, this is one of the reasons I support a Peter Obi presidency. I believe his understanding of the economy, combined with a competent team, would focus on restoring economic stability and strengthening the naira, making professional equipment more affordable for creators.
Beyond that, I believe he would engage with stakeholders in the creative industry and recognize it as a serious contributor to economic growth and youth employment.
And perhaps most importantly, creators would know they have someone who genuinely enjoys and consumes their work. After all, what is content without an audience?
#NigeriaWillBeOk
"With the way this government is going, I may not even be alive to contest the 2027 election. Every single thing I do for a living, this government is deliberately frustrating. I face frustration every day. They recently locked my car at the airport."
—NDC presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi
El-Rufai stood before the Arewa House in 2022 & lied about Peter Obi in an effort to smear his reputation & please Tinubu.
Today, El-Rufai & his family are being humiliated by the same Tinubu whom El-Rufai fought for & lied against many people to support.
While the same Peter Obi who El-Rufai lied about, is the person advocating for El-Rufai today.
Lessons……
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@GorillaDotBas@Seattle_RT@JunaidAckroyd FSD is here. Anyone who says otherwise is not being honest. Edge cases never end. Light bulbs were invented mover a hundred years ago, still being updated today. However, no one can say light bulbs aren't here.
From Ado-Odo/Ota to Lafenwa Garage, residents are facing worsening road conditions and demanding long-term solutions to recurring infrastructure problems. @LekanOnabanjo7 reports.
Someone who couldn't eliminate ghost workers during eight years as governor is now lecturing others about fighting corruption.
Meanwhile, Tinubu, as Lagos governor reformed the state's payroll system and reportedly removed thousands of ghost workers by introducing corporate-style efficiency practices drawn from his private-sector experience.
Stupid analogy because l, wasn't Atiku frustrated out of PDP by similar dodgy tactics?
Some of you can't think beyond these primary 5 mindsets.
Your principal suffered the same thing. Was he a long buffalo, then? PDP supporters and the normal foolishness.
Peter Obi did not understand why buffaloes move in herds, wolves hunt in packs, lions in prides and fish swim in schools.
A cornered gazelle is easy picking for the hyena. A separated buffalo is food for the lone lion. He'll learn his lessons