#EndSARS

I love to learn.

[#EndSARS @onye_solo]

@raheem_tola @FinPlanKaluAja1 No difference detected.

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Sad: Our Children Are Now Pawns in a Deadly Ransom Economy

It’s heartbreaking to report yet another bandit attack on a school, barely three weeks after over 40 schoolchildren and their teachers were abducted and are still languishing in the forest.

The security situation in Kogi State has taken another tragic turn with a brutal bandit attack on Government Secondary School, Iluke, in Kabba-Bunu LGA. Armed bandits disguised in military uniforms invaded the school during an ongoing WAEC examination, killed the Vice Principal, Mr. Gani Anifowose, and attempted a mass abduction of students.

Reports from the scene indicate that local security personnel and vigilantes actively resisted the attackers and frustrated their abduction attempt.

Making educational institutions soft targets is a direct assault on the nation’s future. It creates a psychological barrier to school enrolment and worsens Nigeria’s out-of-school children crisis, disproportionately forcing young girls out of formal education due to fear. There is nothing more heartbreaking for a nation than being unable to protect its children.

My heartfelt condolences go to the family of the Vice Principal, who lost his life while gallantly defending the children entrusted to his care. May God grant his soul eternal repose.-PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Exponential increase in revenue with excessive borrowing: Yet more hardship for Nigerians!

In celebrating three years of his administration, President Bola Tinubu included, among his achievements, an increase in revenue from N16.8 trillion in 2022 to N35 trillion in 2025. An increase of over 100%.

Shockingly, while Nigerians expected a reduction in borrowing with the exponential increase in revenue, the opposite is the case. In just three years, President Bola Tinubu’s government seems to be obsessed with excessive and imprudent borrowing, with our total debt currently about N200 trillion—a deeply disturbing increase of over N100 trillion.

In addition to the exponential increases in both revenue and debt, it is also important to note that Nigeria has earned far more than the budget revenue targets due to global and regional geoeconomic and political tensions.

Alarmingly, even with the astronomical increase in both revenue and debt, almost all key socio-economic and governance indicators are worse than in 2023. Multi-dimensional poverty has increased from 87 million people in 2023 to over 140 million people in 2025. Rapidly increasing unemployment and a decline in GDP per capita from $1,597 in 2023 to $1,223 in 2025, and the list goes on.

Just more and more hardship for Nigerians! The question Nigerians and even the international community are asking is, “Where did all the money go?”

Nigerians deserve a detailed and transparent explanation of what happened to our economy and financial resources since 2023, and a stop to the imprudent, unaccountable, and opaque management of our common patrimony.

A new and productive Nigeria is POssible, and Nigeria will be OK! -PO

[David Hundeyin @DavidHundeyin]

If you're an independent news creator or consumer, this concerns you.

For @Spearhead_Af, @Big_Mck examines how the empire is trying to introduce legislation to force its social media platforms to force-feed us with its state funded media.

[Dr. Ify Aniebo Rhodes-Vivour @IfyAniebo]

Many chocolate manufacturers are reducing or eliminating real cocoa and cocoa butter to cut costs. They are using cheaper vegetable oils and artificial fats instead to create "compound" chocolate products that often contain more sugar and fillers. 

This is where Nigerian and Ghanaian chocolate manufacturers get it right - using real cocoa beans and cocoa butter. I just need them to create varieties with little or no added sugar.

I am rooting for West Africa’s chocolate industry. I am excited about the shift from solely exporting raw cocoa beans to producing finished, bean-to-bar chocolate.

[Dr. Ify Aniebo Rhodes-Vivour @IfyAniebo]

This was not a “Riot". It wasn't a random outburst of violence but a sophisticated, organized, and politically motivated campaign against British colonial overreach and the "Warrant Chief" system.

This is good news, still!

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

O - Organized
B - broad-based
I - Inclusive
D - democratic
I - international
E - excellence-driven
N - Nigerians from every ethnic group.
T - Transparency in governance. -PO

[Alex Otti @alexottiofr]

I am sincerely humbled by the outpouring of love, kind wishes, and prayers on the occasion of my birthday. Your thoughtfulness means more to me than words can express, and I do not take it for granted. From the bottom of my heart, I say thank you. May God bless you all abundantly.

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Nigeria Needs Our Love in Action

My dear young people of Nigeria,

This Valentine’s Day, let us celebrate with responsibility. St. Valentine reminds us that love is not just emotion; it is sacrifice, discipline, and commitment to what is right — honesty, compassion, respect, and devotion to the common good.

To all Nigerians, let us renew our love for one another and our nation. Like a living being, a country flourishes when nurtured with care and dedication. Loving Nigeria means promoting fair elections, rejecting vices like corruption, greed, division, and mediocrity, and supporting only those with capacity, commitment, and character.

True patriotism also means pointing out faults and proposing solutions, while promoting human and developmental values — justice, competence, transparency, and investment in education and healthcare. Where corruption destroys opportunity, integrity restores it; where division breeds conflict, unity fosters progress.

On this Valentine’s Day, let us embrace love that strengthens families, communities, and our nation. A new Nigeria is possible when love becomes action.

Happy Valentine’s Day to you all. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Remembering Ayo Adebanjo

One year ago, we lost a great pillar in the struggle for a new Nigeria, Pa Ayo Adebanjo. A life devoted to justice, equity, and truth, his unwavering commitment to a united and progressive Nigeria left an indelible mark on our nation.

I remain personally grateful for his guidance and support during my presidential campaign. His endorsement was more than political - it reflected his belief in fairness, inclusiveness, and the greater good. His words, “Always stand on the path of justice,” remain a guiding principle in my life.

As we honor his memory, let us not only celebrate a life devoted to service, integrity, and unwavering principle, but also recommit ourselves to the ideals he championed. May his legacy continue to inspire all who strive for justice, equity, and the relentless pursuit of a better Nigeria. -PO

[Onye Nkuzi @cchukudebelu]

There are 4.5–4.6 million people of European descent, in South Africa alone.

There are 30 - 35 million Brazilians of Italian descent. (15 - 20% of Brazil's population).

There are 20 - 25 million Argentinians of Italian descent. (60 - 65% of the population of Argentina is of Italian descent, including the late Pope Francis).

There are 16 - 18 million Americans of Italian descent.

Immigration is a fact of life, part of the human history. There is no point to this nonsensical speech.

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Helping Inmates in knowledge and skills acquisition

Today, I was approached by representatives sent by inmates from correctional centres across Anambra State. They delivered a letter outlining their needs.

They explained that the National Examinations Council (NECO) is working to assist the inmates by allowing them to participate in the ongoing exams, provided that the fees are paid within the agreed timeframe. Without payment, the inmates will be barred from continuing beyond Monday. Unfortunately, funding remains a major challenge. They have reached out to several institutions for support, but all have declined. I was deeply moved by their appeal.

According to the figures they provided, a total of 148 inmates are registered for the exams: 50 in Awka, 36 in Onitsha, 25 in Nnewi, and 37 in Aguata. The cost per student is ₦30,050, with an additional ₦2,000 for logistics, bringing the total required to ₦4,741,400. I will write to the representatives on Monday, guaranteeing that the fees will be paid so the inmates can sit for the exams. I also assured them that I would work with friends and well-wishers to help cover the costs.

Earlier in April, I had the honour of visiting California State University, Sacramento. I was inspired by the university's transformative programs, including the "Guidance Scholars Program," which supports children from foster homes, and "Project Rebound," which rehabilitates formerly incarcerated individuals and helps them reintegrate into society.

Witnessing these initiatives reinforced my belief that inclusive, compassionate leadership—which values every human life and provides second chances—is essential for building a society where everyone can thrive.

My concern, however, extends beyond Anambra State. Do inmates in other states have access to similar opportunities? Many who end up in correctional centres turn to crime due to a lack of education. These centres are meant to be places of reformation, and a key component of that mission is to provide opportunities for learning and skills acquisition—something that should ordinarily be the government’s responsibility. When individuals complete their terms, they must be equipped to contribute positively to themselves and to society. These young men deserve a real chance to turn their lives around and become productive members of the community.

A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Inibehe Effiong @InibeheEffiong]

President Tinubu’s Ambassadorial list has reinforced the painful fact that we live in a country that constantly rewards criminality and misdeeds.

Those who have contributed to Nigeria’s destruction are largely the ones nominated to be the image and voice of our country abroad.

It is a travesty.

The quality of a country’s ambassador is an indication of the country’s direction.

Most of the names on President Tinubu’s list are career politicians who have failed to deliver in their previous roles, sycophants, and morally challenged individuals.

I find it particularly upsetting, that the same discredited Prof. Mahmoud Yakubu, who supervised a highly disputed and rigged election in 2023, has now been rewarded with an ambassadorial position.

No country on earth has prospered through a shambolic, corrupt and discredited leadership recruitment process.

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Celebrating 25 Years of ActionAid in Nigeria

Yesterday in Abuja, I was honoured to join ActionAid Nigeria as it marked twenty-five years of consistent service, principled advocacy, and commitment to building a fairer and more just nation. Your journey over the past two and a half decades remains a powerful reminder of what becomes possible when institutions act with integrity, place people at the centre of their mission, and remain committed to measurable impact.

Yesterday’s event was a celebration of purpose, resilience, and measurable results. Since the year 2000, ActionAid Nigeria has demonstrated that when we invest in human capital, stand with the poor, protect the vulnerable, and hold leadership accountable, our society becomes stronger and our democracy more meaningful. Your interventions in social justice, human rights, poverty reduction, women’s empowerment, and community development continue to exemplify the values that should guide our national development.

Yet, as we reflect on the current state of our nation - marked by deep systemic challenges, rising inequality, declining productivity, insecurity, and a widening trust deficit - it becomes clear that although ActionAid Nigeria has achieved so much over the past twenty-five years, in truth, your real work has only just begun.

The situation in our country today demands even greater advocacy, deeper engagement with communities, and stronger partnerships to push for the Nigeria we desire and deserve.
A Nigeria where governance is people-centred, where accountability is non-negotiable, and where progress is measured not by rhetoric but by the tangible improvement in the lives of citizens.

As we mark this important milestone, it is evident that the future of Nigeria depends on strengthening institutions like ActionAid, deepening transparency, and building a country where every child, regardless of birthplace, has access to education, healthcare, and opportunity. This must remain our collective mission.

I congratulate ActionAid Nigeria for your steadfastness, your courage, and your commitment to nation-building. I encourage you to continue speaking truth to power, continue empowering communities, and continue reminding all of us that governance must be about service, sacrifice, and measurable outcomes.

Together, we can build a Nigeria that works for all - a Nigeria where justice is not a slogan but a lived reality; where no one is left behind, and where every citizen has the opportunity to thrive.

Congratulations once again, and thank you. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Yesterday, I was a Guest Speaker at Imperial College London on the theme “Bridging Worlds: Leadership and the Power to Inspire Change.”

At the event, I met talented Nigerian students abroad, who always remind me of the resilience and brilliance that our nation continues to produce. I told them that they live daily as a bridge between two contrasting realities: the Nigeria that nurtured them and the functional systems they now experience abroad.

The real question before us is how to take the innovation, discipline, and efficiency they see abroad and channel them meaningfully into rebuilding our nation.

For me, leadership begins with character, with who you are when no one is watching. When people ask how we were able to save money or cut waste during my time in office, the answer remains the same: I treated public funds as a sacred trust, because that is what they are. Integrity is not something you switch on when convenient; it is a way of life. Every leader must first build a bridge between their private values and their public actions.

Nigeria is a challenging system, but no system transforms simply because we talk about its failures. They change when men and women with competence, courage, and integrity step forward and insist on doing things differently. Real change is not driven by noise; it is driven by example. When you choose to act differently, you shift expectations. When you refuse to cut corners, you raise the standard. You cannot transform a system you have already given up on, transformation begins with demonstrating that better is not only possible, but achievable.

Your education here is a privilege, one that millions of Nigerians may never have. The critical question is: What will you do with what you have learned? Whether you return home or contribute from abroad, Nigeria needs your creativity, your discipline, your global exposure, and your belief in what is possible. Functional societies are not accidents; they emerge from deliberate, consistent choices made by people who value progress.

“This is how things are done in Nigeria.” Do not accept it. Wrongdoing is not culture. Corruption is not identity. If you lose your values, you lose your power to inspire change. Stand firm. Lead by example. You may be surprised by how many others are waiting for someone, anyone to show that integrity is still possible.

You are the bridge between Nigeria’s potential and its present reality; between what you experience here and what you know is achievable back home. And remember: bridges do not argue, they connect. Your task is to connect Nigeria to a brighter future through your ideas, your discipline, your values, and your leadership.

I remain confident that Nigeria is always in your heart, but I urge you to carry your values in your actions. That is how nations are rebuilt.

A new Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[David Hundeyin @DavidHundeyin]

No I didn't. Posterity has recorded that I damn near lit myself on fire in 2023 to stop this CIA stooge from becoming Nigeria's president, and I nearly lost my life in the process.

Have you ever fought for anything so hard that the National Intelligence Agency sends a jet with trained field operatives to look for you in another country so they can abduct you and take you to Abuja?

Have you ever had to record and post a video appeal begging the other country's president not to cancel your passport because you had become a diplomatic inconvenience? Have you ever fought so hard that you were invited to speak about the situation via video link in front of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva from a tiny hideout on Ngong Road, Nairobi?

Have you ever applied for the same UK visa you've been getting since you were a child only for the Home Office to put you through 1 month of enhanced security vetting because this fight you have carried on your head has made you a person of interest to the people who own Mr Bola Ahmed? Have you found yourself living in a safe house with armed men patrolling outside before?

And if your answer to all these things is "No," then you can entirely miss me with that "you allowed him too" nonsense. You've not earned the right to use the word "we." We are not the same. When I believe in a mission, I follow through to the end regardless of what it costs me. At a point it was looking like Tinubu stole my girlfriend or I was the only person in Nigeria who cared that much - all of you motherfuckers couldn't WAIT to "move on" and start yapping about "Peter Obi" and "2027" as if that's going to happen.

Nah G, you people already made your bed. Your best case scenario now is that you avoid a US military invasion and you use the same scooping-petrol-from-fallen-tanker energy to stage a nationwide revolt to drive this gang of foreign stooges with US criminal records out of power. But since you and I know that is not happening, and you are stuck with Mr Bola Ahmed until at least 2031, the least you can do is leave me to speak my truth, and don't inject any of that "we" shit.

I'm not a coward like you people and I have the scars to prove it.

[NaijaFarmer @Nig_Farmer]

Nothing to fear ke😅😅😅
Abeg ooo

[Arnaud Bertrand @RnaudBertrand]

An interesting angle on this narrative is that it seems to originate from a separatist movement - the so-called "Biafran separatists" - in the South of Nigeria who last year hired former U.S. Congressman Jim Moran as a lobbyist to push for their movement.

On the very website of Jim Moran's lobbying firm - Moran Global Strategies - he posted last year that he was taking them as clients and intended "to lobby to gain US support for Biafra’s independence" under the angle of "raising the alarm on the persecution of Christians": https://t.co/DK7Ynn1QeC

Which is quite an ironic angle in the case of the Biafra area because it's located in the South of the country, which is overwhelmingly Christian (Nigeria is actually the country in Africa with the most Christians), and is the safest part of the country for Christians.

They're apparently paying Jim Moran "under a $10K per month contract" (again, according to Moran himself on his website) which, assuming this is indeed what spurred Trump's sudden passion for Nigerian Christians, would make it perhaps the greatest ROI in lobbying history: shaping US foreign policy for the cost of a small startup's marketing budget.

[#EndSARS @onye_solo]

@SlickHttp @DavidHundeyin Well, the man who ignores morality should be ready to loose his "interest" in an amoral society.

[David Hundeyin @DavidHundeyin]

On Saturday November 1, my sophomore book 'Breaking Point' was awarded the ANA 2025 Literary Prize for Non-Fiction.

Grateful to the Association of Nigerian Authors for the recognition, to my publisher @Abibiman_Publis, and my distributor @Rovingheights 🙏🏿
https://t.co/ZViA5R1f6U