The abduction of the Chibok girls in 2014 triggered a global movement. One school abduction was enough to unite Nigerians, attract international attention, and place enormous pressure on the government through the #BringBackOurGirls campaign.
Yet, what has happened since then should trouble every Nigerian.
Under President Buhari's eight years in office, Nigeria witnessed about ten school abductions. Under President Tinubu's administration, in just three years, we have already recorded over ten school abductions.
Despite these repeated tragedies, there has been neither sustained national outrage nor significant international attention comparable to what followed Chibok.
This raises an important question: have we become so accustomed to insecurity that what once shocked our national conscience is now treated as normal?
At a time when millions of Nigerians are grappling with insecurity, poverty, and hardship, it is deeply troubling that those in power appear more focused on political calculations and preparations for the next election than on addressing the urgent challenges confronting our people.
It is, therefore, no surprise that some observers have labelled us a "Now Disgraced Nation". While we do not agree with any attempt to define our great country by its present difficulties, we must acknowledge that persistent insecurity, economic hardship, and leadership failure have damaged our reputation and standing among nations.
The answer is not denial, propaganda, or political distraction. The answer is leadership that is competent, compassionate, accountable, and genuinely committed to the welfare and security of the Nigerian people.
The Nigerian youth must not become indifferent. We must all refuse to normalise failure.
Young Nigerians - Take back your country!
A New Nigeria is Possible. -PO
Everyone is complaining about how to raise money. Please, if you want to raise money as a Nigerian business and you have between N100m and N1B in revenue, you're profitable, and have at least 3 years of financial records please send an email to [email protected]
We would like to speak to you.
In your email include the name of your company, the location and what it does.
We have many people in Nigeria and diaspora willing to give you money.
Don't say we never did anything for you.
(Please retweet for reach. Thank you).
Dear Young Nigerians,
One lesson from the 2023 elections, particularly in Lagos, should never be forgotten.
In the period following the presidential election and leading up to the governorship election, we witnessed a troubling shift in public discourse. Conversations that should have focused on competence, governance, development, and the future of our nation were gradually diverted towards tribal sentiments, ethnic divisions, and unnecessary suspicion among citizens.
Many sincere and well-meaning Nigerians participated in these conversations without realising that they were being drawn into narratives carefully designed by others.
Throughout history, whenever politicians find it difficult to compete on ideas, performance, character, or vision, some resort to exploiting the fault lines of ethnicity, religion, and identity. Their calculation is simple: a divided people are easier to manipulate than a united people.
Today, I see similar efforts emerging again, sometimes in more subtle and sophisticated ways. Narratives are planted, amplified, and circulated, often by individuals who genuinely believe they are defending a worthy cause, without recognizing the broader agenda behind such campaigns.
Let me state clearly that Pastor Enoch Adeboye remains one of the foremost fathers of faith in our nation. For decades, he has consistently preached the virtues of peace, prayer, love, reconciliation, and national unity. Even when faced with provocation, his response has always reflected humility, restraint, wisdom, and grace.
At 84 years of age, it would be unfair for young and able-bodied Nigerians to transfer to him responsibilities that properly belong to them. The task of building a better Nigeria rests primarily on the shoulders of the younger generation. It is their duty to lead the conversations, champion the reforms, and drive the positive change our nation urgently requires.
We must be careful not to become instruments in the hands of those who secretly nurture division while publicly preaching unity. In most cases, their target is not the individual being attacked; instead, it is the person who is attacking. Their real objective is to weaken the bonds that hold us together as one people and one nation.
I therefore urge all young Nigerians: do not allow anyone to recruit you into hatred. Do not allow anyone to weaponise your ethnicity, your faith, or your admiration for respected leaders.
Question every narrative. Verify every claim. Follow the facts. Resist manipulation.
The Nigeria of our dreams can only be built by citizens who refuse to be divided, who choose unity over hatred, and who place our collective future above narrow interests.
A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO
Hi. Over the last 24 hours we had three separate small incidents that affected Codex reliability. Those are three too many and we are taking active steps for them to not reproduce.
I have reset usage limits for Codex across all paid plans. May the tokens flow again.
Please release these children for the sake of our shared humanity
I am deeply shocked and heartbroken by the condition in which these abducted school children are, as seen from their flagellated bodies. It is a painful reminder of the depth of insecurity in our land.
I have always made it clear that the society we abuse today will take its revenge on our children tomorrow. When I first began making that statement, some of these children were not even born. This is a classic example of how the abuse of governance and society today can produce devastating consequences long after the abusers are gone.
It is on the same line that I argue that the loans our leaders take today will hurt our children in the future, as many of them will mature for repayment and consequences long after we are gone.
To those holding these children, I make a direct appeal to your conscience. Remember that these are innocent children - sons and daughters of people who have placed their hopes, dreams, and entire future in them. In every one of them, you will find reflections of your own children, your own family, and your own humanity.
No grievance, no hardship, no justification can ever outweigh the sanctity of a child’s life and innocence. Whatever path has led to this moment, there is still room for remorse, for humanity, and for a change of heart.
I therefore appeal to your sense of mercy: release these children immediately. Let them go. Return them safely to society to reunite with their families. -PO
I realised it, grieved it, took a pen and my diary and wrote everything down brainstormed a future plan envisioned where I see myself and spent hours planning. Completed 06 courses in 02 months- interned learned and paved my path. You have to do it. Realisation is only first step
For designers getting their hands dirty with AI and code:
You don't need React for everything.
HTML, CSS, and a little JavaScript can take you surprisingly far. Not every prototype, tool, or side project needs a framework, a build step, or an npm run dev.
Sometimes the simplest stack is the fastest way to get an idea into users' hands. 😅
Welcome to June! We have some updates for you 🥳
1.Universal Pro mockup frames exports are now fixed.
Your video now shows up in the final MP4 ,not just in the editor. Thank you for your feedbacks. Come on board https://t.co/zXHnNyeUrq
Day 1 of 30 👩🏽💻
Task: Recreate this Koffi page. Add interactions and bring it to life. The second image should have a card-overlap effect.
Deadline: 18 hours.
Use whatever works for you. Keep the same design, but feel free to approach it your own way.
When you’re done, quote this post with your version…..👇🏽
I am deeply disturbed by the ongoing plight of the abducted students and teachers, kidnapped from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.
Like many other victims still in captivity, they have endured prolonged hardship, missing precious moments including the recent festivities with their families and loved ones.
It is imperative that the government treats their rescue as a matter of urgent priority, while taking decisive steps to prevent such incidents from recurring.
Nigeria must break free from the chains of insecurity. The dignity and sanctity of every human life must be protected. - RMK
Day 1 of 30 👩🏽💻
Task: Recreate this Koffi page. Add interactions and bring it to life. The second image should have a card-overlap effect.
Deadline: 18 hours.
Use whatever works for you. Keep the same design, but feel free to approach it your own way.
When you’re done, quote this post with your version…..👇🏽
And I tell you, it's the same level of excitement. He probably the same level of fufliment winning that small cup. Football is crazy. Our pursuit of happiness and the things that bring us joy is immense. It's a special mental wiring.
When I was in Primary school, we played an inter-class tournament. One of my classmates whose dad worked as a roadside mechanic brought this piece that looked like a cup. His dad poured oil inside it. It had a handle.
We played for that cup like our lives depended on it. Everyone hustled for the same ball. We wanted to win. If I ask most of my primary school mates. They still remember that tournament.
At home, our trophy — the tournament tens and hundreds of people lined to watch us play was an empty tin of milk wrapped in shiny paper from cigarettes. We'd puncture a hole on the top of the tin and put a light bulb in and wrap it in that shiny paper too. It was special for us.
When we got better, we made wooden trophies with two handles and would almost die on the pitch for them.
For anyone who loves football, the opportunity to play for anything is just enough motivation. Such a special sport.