"You have no light at the airport and I have to fly back in the next 10mins"
-Bola Ahmed Tinubu, 2026
Nobody should be telling you to vote Tinubu out at this point.
Nigeria In Focus: At The Roundtable in Paris, France
Today, I participated in a roundtable discussion at the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) office in Paris, France.
The dialogue brought together policymakers, diplomats, development experts, representatives of international organisations, and members of the international media to discuss Nigeria’s future and its role in an increasingly interconnected world.
Our discussions focused on development cooperation and the need to strengthen bilateral partnerships that can accelerate economic growth, improve the lives of our people, create productive opportunities, and support sustainable national development.
I reiterated my firm belief that Nigeria possesses the human and natural resources required to become a united, secure, prosperous, and globally competitive nation. What we need is competent, accountable, and compassionate leadership that prioritises investment in people, education, healthcare, productive enterprise, the rule of law, and strong institutions over a politics of consumption.
Nigeria’s future is bright, but realising its promise requires deliberate choices. We must move from consumption to production, from poverty to prosperity, and from wasted potential to shared progress.
Through good governance, fiscal responsibility, and mutually beneficial international partnerships, we can build an economy that works for all Nigerians and restore our nation’s rightful standing in the comity of nations.
A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO
Catholics around the world can relate to this.
Every devout knows the powers in the Blessed Sacrament, especially Adoration & Benediction.
The consecrated Host (the Holy Communion) is placed in a monstrance. This is the point when the Heavens open, the moment that limitless powers fill the room. At this moment, ask & you shall receive. This liturgical rite has saved & healed me more times than I can remember.
It is a high ritual, the divinity can only be explained by the one whose eyes have been opened. The ambience around the altar is celestial, it’s almost as if the clouds opened & angels came down, hovering around the altar.
The direct connection you feel is powerful, it feels out of this world, as if you’ve dimensioned to another realm. There is power in October Devotion as well. In the Church, October is dedicated to the Holy Rosary, a time when the faithful engage in special prayers & devotions centered on the Virgin Mary & the Rosary.
The Rosary is a sure bet. It is a super boost, it comes with 1 trillion guaranteed ROI. Mother Mary, the Blessed Virgin Mother, has never failed me. Not once! There are powers in the Church; it takes a pure heart to harness them.
Saying your daily Rosary & reciting the Litany unlocks a different level of blessings. It could save you from mishaps & untimely deaths. It can heal you as well. Wonders have been started with just reciting the Litany of Loreto (the Litany of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary).
As a Catholic, there are powers even you do not know. It takes a certain type of eye to see. Battles have been fought with the Rosary. Demons have been exorcised & cast into the abyss. You take dominion with the Rosary.
You step on powers even satan himself cannot compromise. The Five Powerful Mysteries have moved mountains for me, & I’m truly grateful:
Luminous Mysteries — Thursdays.
Joyful Mysteries — Mondays & Saturdays.
Sorrowful Mysteries — Tuesdays & Fridays.
Glorious Mysteries — Wednesdays & Sundays.
Virgin most powerful.
Virgin most merciful.
Virgin most faithful.
Mirror of Justice.
Seat of wisdom.
Cause of our joy.
I know my mother & she knows me.
Prayers for PO.
Day 10/100
For the sun shall not smite Peter Obi by day neither the moon by night. The Lord shall preserve PO and his family from all evil. He shall preserve his going out and coming in. In Jesus name! Amen!
After my engagements in Manchester, I honoured another impromptu engagement in Birmingham, UK, with a group of Nigerians having their annual general meeting.
Our discussions centered on achieving our collective purpose of building a New Nigeria that works for all, which is centered on tackling corruption and electing competent leaders with capacity, character, compassion and commitment, to unite, secure, and move the nation from consumption to production.
A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO
I promise you, there used to be a time…
The nation is poor and bleeding.
About ten years ago, once it’s November, you’d begin to smell Christmas on the streets, in the local shops, in churches, even in schools.
A lot has been stolen from us, basic things now feel like luxury.
BUILDING A NEW NIGERIA – OUR COLLECTIVE RESPONSIBILITY
Today, I honoured an impromptu invitation to interact with fellow Nigerians in Manchester, United Kingdom. I had the pleasure of sharing fraternal moments with some of our compatriots in the diaspora. I spent time listening to their concerns about our nation and was encouraged by their passion and desire to build a New Nigeria for all.
The task of building a New Nigeria remains our collective responsibility, and there is no better time to roll up our sleeves and get to work than now. Our nation is standing on the brink of a precipice, and we must not shrink from the arduous task ahead of us.
Massive corruption and accumulated leadership failures remain the bane of our national progress and development. I explained to them that Nigeria remains one of the most blessed countries in the world and would have taken its place among the most developed countries if not for corruption and the leadership failure bedevilling it.
No nation, as I have always maintained, can rise above the character, competence, capacity and commitment of those entrusted with its leadership. That is why we must approach the coming general elections as a race for national survival rather than another routine exercise. It is our collective battle. The nation is ours to save for the birth of a New Nigeria that is POssible and OK. -PO
There’s absolutely nothing wrong with working or affiliating with the government.
Take their money, defend them, sing their praises. That’s all within your prerogative. But when the government you’re choosing to affiliate with is responsible for mass hunger, pains and suffering then you’re very well in the wrong and there’s no amount of gaslighting and manipulation tactics you want to deploy, you simply cannot erase the realities of the people who have suffered at the hands of the reforms and “tough decisions” this government has made.
I don’t think we truly realize that people can no longer afford to live.
I’ll give you an example.
My mechanic is at Obalende, Lagos Island. So whenever I go there, I like to eat street food. That tiny meat we used to decorate the top of our plate was once N20. Now it’s N200. A spoon of beans is now N500 and the cheapest amount of jollof rice you can buy is N500.
Now I should be able to afford food and eat till I’m satisfied if the government is working, right? Sadly, that’s not the case. People now rationalize what they eat, when they eat. Balance diet is out the window, that means on an average, we are all unhealthy.
Let’s do the maths.
Jollof 2 spoons 1,000
Beans 2 spoons 1,000
1 egg is 250
2 beef is 400
Takeaway pack is 150
Bottled water 200
Before you submit your rebuttal, go to your kitchen and put 2 spoons of rice and beans in a plate and look at the quantity. If you don’t have rice at home, then why exactly would you want to attack this? Can’t you see the problem?
It costs approximately N3,000 to feed. If you have to eat twice that’s N6,000. Multiply this by eating everyday in a month. That’s N90,000 for one person without any dependents. It now costs 90k to eat an unbalanced and unhealthy meal in a month. Minimum wage is 70,000 and this covers every aspect of life including feeding. The alternative is shortening your ration. I’m losing my mind as I’m typing this because this is actually unbelievable.
Now, I’d spend more than 3k at Obalende because I’m able to afford it. But there are millions of Nigerians who can’t, who earn lower than the minimum wage. That means if they’re reading this, seeing someone spend 3k on a meal would be considered a waste because asides all the other things they need money for: transportation, bills, emergencies and other psychological needs, spending three thousand naira out of the money they’ve labored for to eat, is just ridiculous. This is the reality today.
It is okay to defend this government, freedom of choice and expression, but asides from the mobilization fee you’ve gotten this period, Nigerians (including yourself) as a whole have not benefited from this government and there’s no logical reason why this government should return.
So let me ask, why are you so invested in the success of a wealthy politician, as opposed to fighting for your rights and your own survival?
Please Everyone, I need your help.
From the accident, she has fractures in her hand, leg, and pelvic region. The doctor said the surgery will cost about ₦5 million. It is extensive and will be done in two phases.
First they will operate on her hand and leg. When she recovers from that, they will do the pelvic region.
It has been a painful experience. We have already spent so much on drugs and medications just to keep her stable this far. The pain is still there every day.
A lot of you have followed this from the day of the accident. You have seen the updates. You know what this has been like.
Please, if your heart can move you, even ₦1k, ₦2k, ₦5k, ₦10k, or ₦20k from you will help us. Every little bit carries weight right now.
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A Gentleman Officer’s Reflections on Service and Security
Today, I began my day in Onitsha, Anambra State, with a visit to the Clarissan Missionary Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament as they celebrated their Golden Jubilee.
Later, I was honoured to join other leaders at the public presentation of Beyond the Bullet: Policing Terrorism in a Democratic System, authored by the former Inspector-General of Police, MD Abubakar, PhD, CFR, at the Police Resource Centre, Jabi, Abuja.
As IGP, he was remarkably accessible, always available to us around the clock and impressively responsive to emergencies.
Having known him as a fine and exemplary officer, I am confident, even though I have yet to read the book, that it reflects deep professionalism and offers valuable insights into securing our nation while upholding the rule of law and human dignity.
I once again congratulate the retired IGP and wish him greater success in his future endeavours as he continues to contribute to the development of our great nation.
I encourage others who have served this country faithfully to share their experiences, which will undoubtedly contribute to building a New Nigeria that is POssible and OK. -PO
Celebrating the Clarissan Missionary Sisters: A Legacy of Faith and Service
Heartiest congratulations to the Clarissan Missionary Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament on the momentous celebration of your jubilees, which commenced with Holy Mass today at the Basilica of the Most Holy Trinity, Onitsha.
I rejoice with you on this special occasion as you celebrate decades of faith, dedication, and selfless service to humanity.
Reflecting on our shared commitment to uplifting society through education and human development, I fondly recall my support for your school, Maria Inés College, Obosi, through the provision of buses and computers to enhance mobility and facilitate learning among your students.
As you continue your apostolate of forming minds, nurturing character, and empowering young people, I encourage you to remain steadfast in your mission. I firmly believe that education is one of the most powerful instruments for building a just, prosperous, and inclusive society. By investing in our people, especially the younger generation, we are laying the foundation for a Nigeria where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Together, through faith, service, and a shared commitment to human development, we can build the new Nigeria of our dreams. A new Nigeria that is POssible and OK. -PO
The NIGERIAN 🇳🇬 Sitting government, rulers, leaders from the top man to the least God is not pleased with you all at alll!
THE PASTORS supporting this government and their harsh treatment of the Nigerian 🇳🇬 people GOD is NOT PLEASED with you!
THE KINGS supporting this government and their harsh treatment of the Nigerian 🇳🇬 people God is NOT PLEASED with you!
THE WEALTHY supporting this government and their harsh treatment of the Nigerian 🇳🇬 people GOD is NOT PLEASED with you
Those benefitting from this government whether you are CITIZEN or an GOVERNMENT OFFICIAL and because of what you are benefitting are supporting this government GOD is NOT PLEASED with you!
Hardship everywhere, hunger everywhere, anger everywhere, poverty everywhere, pain everywhere, weeping everywhere corruption everywhere!
And before you come and say they inherited these problems, this same government boldly said that they helped and put the previous government in power so they should take responsibility!
The common things to better the life of the citizens that should be your focus is not your focus, yet you are campaigning to lead again!!
HEALTH CARE which is so important to the preserving of life is a total mess! Hospitals are on strike!! See the man that slummed and was rejected by several hospitals because hospital are on strike! How can hospitals be on strike, doctors are not happy! Hospital facilities are worn out!
INSECURITY we are so porous as a nation right now! Just surviving on the mercy of GOD!
EDUCATION- the quality of our educational system is poorer than poor! If some private schools are struggling then you be the judge of the public schools!
The citizens should flourish and prosper because they have leaders not shrink and shrink till there is no more space to breath!
GOD DOES NOT CARE ABOUT ANY POLITICAL PARTY AND I DON’T CARE EITHER!
GOD CARES ABOUT THE FLOURISHING OF HIS PEOPLE! The lives HE has created no matter their TRIBE OR TONGUE!
GOD has been shouting repentance! We have refused!
GOD CANNOT & WILL NOT BE MOCKED!!!
We can’t stand the wrath of GOD no matter who we are! And we will incur it if we don’t REPENT!!!
GOD IS NOT PLEASED!!!