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
Yesterday, I was in Umuahia. On our way from Aba, it rained all through the journey until we arrived in Umuahia.
When we got there, I stopped at the New Bus Terminal (Nnenna Oti Bus Terminal). Because of the rain, I quickly went into the terminal to take shelter before heading to my destination.
Since it was my first time there, I had to ask a few questions. From the gate to the waiting hall, I was directed to where I needed to go based on the service I came for. I must say that the reception was warm, from the security personnel to every staff member I met.
While waiting in the terminal hall with other passengers, I decided to get my card for the electric bus since I plan to use it subsequently . The process was smooth and straightforward.
A few things I noticed:
1.The card is quite affordable.
https://t.co/UCG6lEpSJ9 only need your ABSIN number. If you don’t have one, you can get it right there at the terminal.
3.If you’ve forgotten your ABSIN number, it can also be retrieved on the spot.
4.After that, you proceed to get your card, load it with any amount of your choice, and you’re ready to access the electric bus at a discounted rate.
I was genuinely impressed by how easy and organized the process was.
Thank you to the Abia State Government for putting the welfare and convenience of the people into consideration. I am super proud of my state. ❤️
God bles Gov Alex Chioma Otti
God bless Ndi Abia
God bless Nigeria
~ Obiaka Ezinne
“I am using this opportunity to make a difference and stand with the victims of Oyo state currently suffering in the hands of bandits please share and make a difference”——woman at the Arsenal parade …
@ChuksEricE Evangelism like this should be every everyday, after work, lunch break, on your way to work and back home since your salary isn't even enough to get you home. let's go preach the reality of the day to the grassroots while bundles are prepared for the grassroots.
@Scholarea@rare_crown@Magixlamy_ Some people are just hard at understanding. Sometimes this could just mean they lack intelligence 😕
They aren't worth the time