it's me, Tosin ✨

Tosin Ayodeji Adewuyi-Kotti; blended Tosaadec
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Tosaadec and the World 🌍
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[Amy Mek @AmyMek]

The jumpers started at 8:46.

Networks had the tape. They hid Americans choosing the air over the fire.

Then they spent 25 years treating the word Islam like a crime. The footage was “too graphic.” The truth was forbidden.

This day is stamped in my heart forever...

[Boston Radio Watch®️ @bostonradio]

It was 21 years ago today.

Tuesday, September 11, 2001.

8:46am.

🇺🇸 #911neverforget

[it's me, Tosin ✨ @tosaadec]

@Its__Muze More money more problems, you know that?

[Africa Facts Zone @AfricaFactsZone]

African Artists' Highest Grossing Concerts

1. Burna Boy - $6.147 million | London Stadium 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

2. Burna Boy - $4,528 million | Stade de France 🇫🇷

3. Fally Ipupa - $3.16 million | Paris La Defense Arena 🇫🇷

4. Burna Boy - $2.86 million | Paris La Defense Arena 🇫🇷

5. Burna Boy - $1.724 million | Capital One Arena 🇺🇸

6. Burna Boy - $1.592 million | TD Garden 🇱🇷

7. Burna Boy - $1.58 million | Madison Square Garden 🇺🇸

8. Burna Boy - $1.56 million | Ziggo Dome 🇳🇱

9. Burna Boy - $1.43 million | Capital One Arena 🇺🇸

10. Burna Boy - $1.4 million | Scotiabank Arena 🇨🇦

11. Burna Boy - $1.4 million | Scotiabank Arena 🇨🇦

12. Burna Boy - $1.394 million | State Farm Arena 🇱🇷

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14. Burna Boy - $1.347 million | O2 Arena 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

15. Burna Boy -$1.338 million | Co-op Live 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

16. Burna Boy - $1.224 million | BMO Stadium 🇺🇸

17. Davido - $1.201 million | O2 Arena 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

18. Tyla - $1.175 million | Ariake Arena 🇯🇵

19. Burna Boy - $1.117 million | Qudos Bank Arena 🇦🇺

20. Burna Boy - $1,089 million | Mercedes-Benz Arena 🇩🇪

21. Wizkid - $1.002 million | Madison Square Garden 🇺🇸

22. Burna Boy - $965,000 | Hard Rock Live 🇺🇸

23. Wizkid - $958,489 | O2 Arena 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

24. Wizkid - $958,489 | O2 Arena 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

25. Wizkid - $958,489 | O2 Arena 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

26. Burna Boy - $952,000 | Centre Bell 🇨🇦

27. Burna Boy - $952,000 | Centre Bell 🇨🇦

28. Asake - $916,954 | Scotiabank Arena 🇨🇦

29. Burna Boy - $905,024 | State Farm Arena 🇺🇸

30. Burna Boy - $885,278 | Oakland Arena 🇺🇸

31. Davido - $884,147 | Capital One Arena 🇺🇸

32. Asake - $866,409 | Barclays Center 🇺🇸

33. Asake - $860,761 | Madison Square Garden 🇺🇸

34. Asake - $823,316 | Capital One Arena 🇺🇸

35. Burna Boy - $822,939 | Hallenstadion 🇨🇭

36. Davido - $809,689 | Madison Square Garden 🇺🇸

37. Burna Boy - $805,250 | Sidney Myer Music Bowl 🇦🇺

38. Rema - $793,707 | Madison Square Garden 🇺🇸

39. Burna Boy - $781, 236 | Sportpaleis 🇧🇪

40. Davido - $695,845 | Merriweather Post Pavilion 🇺🇸

41. Burna Boy - $674,283 | Wintrust Arena 🇺🇸

42. Burna Boy - $644,871 | RAC Arena 🇦🇺

43. Burna Boy - $636,923 | Addition Financial Center 🇺🇸

44. Davido - $599,343 | State Farm Arena

45. Davido - $580,424 | Amalie Arena 🇺🇸

46. Burna Boy - $559,332 | American Airlines Center 🇺🇸

47. Burna Boy - $556,874 | Entertainment Centre 🇦🇺

48. Davido - $552,825 | Barclays Center 🇺🇸

49. Tems - $547,697 | Radio City Music Hall 🇺🇸

[Idris Busari @ohunilu]

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[it's me, Tosin ✨ @tosaadec]

@ohunilu @officialABAT @bosuntijani @3MTTNigeria @Google @mtnnigeria @AirtelNigeria Congratulations, sir 👏🏾

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Kanu’s Conviction: At a Time Like This.
The news of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu’s conviction should compel every well-meaning Nigerian to pause and reflect. This is coming at a time when our beloved nation is facing severe economic hardship, insecurity, and the consequences of poor governance.

Rather than reducing tension, this unfortunate development may well only aggravate it.
I have always maintained that Mazi Kanu should never have been arrested. His arrest, detention, and now conviction represent a failure of leadership and a misunderstanding of the issues at stake.

For years, I have consistently argued that dialogue, constructive engagement, and inclusive governance offer the path to lasting peace. Coercion becomes necessary only when reason has been exhausted. In this case, I submit that the reason was not only not exhausted, but was probably not explored at all, or not fully explored.

The concerns Kanu raised were not unheard of. The issues for which he demanded solutions were not insoluble. It only required wisdom, empathy, and a willingness to listen. In any functional society, such grievances are met with dialogue and reforms aimed at strengthening unity.

The government’s approach has only deepened mistrust and created an avoidable distraction at a time when citizens are overwhelmed by harsh economic realities and insecurity. While some may insist that “the law has taken its course,” leadership often demands more than a strict, mechanical application of the law. Nations around the world resort to political solutions, negotiated settlements, and even amnesty when legal processes alone cannot serve the broader interest of peace and stability. Nigeria is not an exception.

The handling of Kanu’s case mirrors the government as a man trapped in a hole but who, instead of looking for a way out, keeps digging deeper. It worsens not only the government’s predicament but also the nation's collective condition.

If we truly desire a new Nigeria - a united, peaceful, and progressive one, our leaders must choose healing over hostility, reconciliation over retaliation, and dialogue over division. Only by addressing grievances with justice, fairness, and compassion can we move towards a future where every Nigerian feels heard, valued, and safe.

My ultimate call at this time, without prejudice to how anyone feels about the decision of the court, is for us to be optimistic for peace and reconciliation which will come in the end. I am also saying, thereby, that the Presidency, the Council of State and credible statesmen who love this country and who are interested in cohesion and inclusivity, should rise to the occasion, for a lasting solution. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Wike versus Naval Officer: A Lesson for National Reflection

The recent needless altercation between the FCT Minister, HE, Barr. Nyesom Wike and a Naval officer are yet another unfortunate reflection of the growing institutional disorder in our country. What should ordinarily be a routine civic encounter has, once again, become a national embarrassment— a typical example coming out of a 'disgraced country'

Beyond the personalities involved, this incident raises fundamental questions that demand honest national reflection:

Should the military be used for purely civil operations? If proper protocols were in place, should a Minister's intervention in such a matter be in such an indecorous manner?
Shouldn’t there be clear boundaries between administrative authority and the duties of security agencies?
What does this say about our respect for institutions and the separation of powers? Why are our men and women in uniform so often drawn into civilian disputes? Why has the culture of due process and civility given way to public spectacle and confrontation? If our institutions worked as they should, would tempers flare in situations that should be handled by clear procedure and hierarchy? Above all, what example do incidents like this set for our younger generation about leadership, discipline, and the rule of law?

These are not just questions about one incident - they go to the very heart of how our nation is governed. When public officials act beyond institutional norms, and when security agencies are used in ways that blur their professional boundaries, we weaken both governance and public trust.

We must learn from this episode. It is time to rebuild a nation where institutions are stronger than individuals; where public office is exercised with humility and restraint; where the dignity of our uniformed officers and the rights of every citizen are upheld.

A country that aspires to greatness and feels insulted when referred to as a disgraced nation must replace the culture of impunity with the discipline of law, order, and respect for due process.
Repeatedly, I have maintained that to occupy an office and be referred to as His Excellency, Distinguished or Honourable, how we get to such an office and our character and behaviour while holding it or out of it should reflect such exemplary titles in all ramifications.

A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

The recent pronouncement by the US government declaring Nigeria a ‘Country of Particular Concern' (CPC) and indicating possible military action should give every well-meaning Nigerian serious concern.

There is no doubt that Nigeria is experiencing an unprecedented level of insecurity with attendant carnage and the most shocking loss of lives and property. According to Amnesty International, over 10,000 people have been killed in Nigeria since May 2023 and as I have repeatedly lamented, the unwarranted and unprovoked killing of Nigerians is most condemnable, and all efforts must be made to bring it to a stop. It is equally important to state that the terrible situation is significantly avoidable with competent leadership and governance.

While the insecurity did not start with the present government, what is most unfortunate is the lack and absence of competence, commitment, prudent use of resources, patriotism and passion on the part of APC APC-led government/leaders to effectively govern, galvanise and lead Nigeria where no one is unwarrantedly oppressed and killed, a Nation where peace, truth and justice reign!

As democracies, Nigeria and the US have long been strategic partners committed to regional peace and security. That relationship should not falter. The present situation calls for constructive diplomatic and any other plausible engagement by both nations aimed at addressing the prevailing and disturbing security concerns. Both countries must work in concert and expeditiously towards that purpose. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

A Great Nigeria is Still Possible

Statement by Mr. Peter Obi, Labour Party Presidential Candidate in the 2023 Presidential Election, on the Occasion of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, 1 October 2025

Fellow Nigerians,

Today should be a day of joy and remembrance, a day to celebrate the struggles of our heroes who fought to free Nigeria from colonial rule. It should be a day for gratitude to Almighty God for His blessings on our nation.

On 1 October 1960, Nigeria gained independence to global acclaim as an emerging African economic and political power. Such was our potential that Time Magazine predicted the rise of a true African superpower that would lead the continent with pride. Our founding fathers fought for independence with confidence, passion, and determination to build a prosperous Nigeria that would stand alongside the world’s most advanced nations.

Unfortunately, tragic failures of leadership derailed this vision. Yet despite these setbacks, Nigeria has always shown resilience. In 1999, we overcame military dictatorship and restored democracy, beginning a renewed journey toward prosperity, freedom, and justice. That journey helped us build Africa’s largest economy and strengthen democratic institutions. But over the last decade, under the APC’s incompetent, divisive, and corrupt leadership, Nigeria has been greatly diminished.

By the end of 2007, our total debt was about N2.5 trillion, only 10 percent of GDP, after President Obasanjo’s government secured debt forgiveness of over 30 billion dollars. By 2014, Nigeria had become Africa’s largest economy and was primed to achieve middle-income status. In 2015, for the first time, a ruling party was defeated in a presidential election, marking another milestone for our democracy.

Today, the picture is bleak. Our total debt stands at about N175 trillion, nearly 50 percent of GDP, without any improvement in productive sectors. Nigeria has fallen to the fourth-largest economy in Africa, behind South Africa, Egypt, and Algeria. Our democracy is now described as “undemocratic.” In just one year, this administration pushed over 15 million Nigerians into acute poverty. Today, more than 150 million Nigerians lack access to basic healthcare, education, water, and sanitation. This number grows daily under an APC government that pursues brutal revenue-driven policies while ignoring the welfare of its people. Nigeria now ranks among the lowest in the world on human development indicators.

This government taxes struggling citizens and small businesses heavily, while indulging in extravagance. Billions are spent on new presidential jets, yachts, and luxury cars that cost more than the entire 2024 budget for primary healthcare. The Vice President’s residence was renovated at a cost of N25 billion, more than the combined capital budgets of six major federal university teaching hospitals. Over N10 billion was allocated for car parks and canteens for the National Assembly, more than the capital budget of the Ministry of Science and Technology at a time when science is crucial to national growth.

Meanwhile, Nigerians pay more for everything and receive less. Passports, permits, electricity, petrol, food, rent, and healthcare all cost more. Yet power supply remains unreliable, food insecurity deepens, and UNICEF and WFP project that 33 million Nigerians will face acute hunger in 2025.

This government borrows recklessly, not for investment in productive infrastructure but for wasteful consumption. Insecurity has further crippled our economy. Nigerians now live in fear of travelling by road. Kidnapping has become rampant, with billions paid in ransom. Incompetence in security management has turned our country into one of the most terrorised and unsafe nations in the world. Cronyism, corruption, and disregard for the rule of law have scared away investors, while other African nations overtake us as preferred investment destinations.

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Making Recovered Funds Impactful

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission's(EFCC) announcement that ₦853 billion has been recovered from crime proceeds within one year is a step in the right direction. The Commission deserve our commendation for this effort, even though we are aware it's just a tiny fraction of the funds looted from the public treasury by the Leaders.

Beyond this recovery therefore, what truly matters is the utilisation of these funds in a verifiable and accountable manner, specifically in the critical areas of development, health, education, and poverty alleviation to benefit the people.

Nigerians want to see impact. We must be able to trace where and how these recovered funds are invested.

Currently, we have over 20 million out-of-school children in the country, the highest in the world. Similarly, we have the highest number of acute poor in the world, over a hundred million.

In both cases, it is worse in the North, and all efforts toward reducing the situation remain imperative. If these recovered funds and subsequent ones are strategically invested, they would immensely contribute to breaking the cycle of poverty, illiteracy, and insecurity.

For example, the Federal Government 2024 operational budget for Universal Basic Education contribution is about #251.47 billion, so to triple this sum will be an additional #503 billion. The remaining #350 billion can be shared directly to 19 Northern provinces for lending micro credit to the poor. Most of these states have long been applying for as little as #2 billion of similar funding from our development banks.

Let this not just be another announcement of recovery. Let it be the beginning of a new era of accountability, where every kobo retrieved is turned into classrooms, hospitals, skills, and opportunities for ordinary Nigerians.

A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

₦ 142 Billion for Bus Terminals: Another Evidence of misplaced Priority

The difference between the success and failure of the development in any nation is how you prioritise your scarce resources.

The recent announcement that a sum of ₦142 billion has been approved by the Federal Government for the construction of one bus terminal in each of our six geopolitical zones further affirms the lack of competence, lack of focus and poor leadership.

In the 2024 budget, which is the operational budget today, the entire budget of all the teaching hospitals across all the federal universities in the country, as well as the federal psychiatric centres, is under ₦100 billion, yet the government has approved ₦142 billion for bus terminals.
This is disturbing, considering that Health is one of the most critical areas of development, which is deteriorating and remains grossly underfunded. WHO recently reported that over 20 million Nigerians are living with mental health issues.

This is not only a misplaced priority but a tragic irony of our country.
This is not governance.

A New Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

My One-Term, Four-Year Vow Is Sacrosanct

One of the greatest American Presidents, Abraham Lincoln, served only four years, yet his legacy endures as a model of principled leadership. Another iconic figure, John F. Kennedy, did not even complete a full term, yet his vision and ideals continue to inspire generations. In Africa, Nelson Mandela, revered globally as a symbol of justice and reconciliation, chose to serve only one term as President of South Africa, despite immense public pressure to stay longer. His decision was a deliberate act of leadership, a statement that power must serve the people, not the self. Indeed, history shows that the longer many African leaders remain in power, the more likely they are to be corrupted by it. Longevity in office is not a mark of success; rather, it is purposeful, accountable service - however brief - that defines true statesmanship.

It is within this context that I reiterate my vow: I will serve only one term of four years if elected President. And that vow is sacrosanct.

I am fully aware that the decay in our society has made trust one of the scarcest and most sceptically viewed commodities. Many Nigerians, understandably, no longer take politicians at their word. But even in this climate of cynicism, there are still a few whose actions have matched their words - whose integrity is built on verifiable precedent.

Recently, I became aware of two statements aimed, albeit indirectly, at my vow to serve only a single four-year term. One person remarked that even if I swore by a shrine, I still wouldn’t be believed. Another suggested that anyone talking about doing only one term should undergo psychiatric evaluation.

I understand the basis of their scepticism. They are judging me by their own standards - where political promises are made to be broken. But they forget, or perhaps choose to ignore, that Peter Obi is not cut from that cloth. I have a verifiable track record that speaks louder than speculation.

In my political life, my word is my bond. When I entered politics in Anambra State, I made clear and measurable promises to the people: to improve education and healthcare, to open up rural areas through road construction, and to manage public funds with prudence. I fulfilled each of those promises without deviation. I did not swear by a shrine, nor have I been certified mentally unstable as a result of honouring my word.

My vow to serve only one term of four years is a solemn commitment, rooted in my conviction that purposeful, transparent leadership does not require an eternity.

If making such a promise qualifies me for psychiatric evaluation, then we may as well question the mental fitness of those who framed our Constitution, which clearly stipulates a four-year renewable tenure.

I maintain without equivocation: if elected, I will not spend a day longer than four years in office. In fact, I believe that service should be impactful, not eternal.

We must rebuild trust in our country. I have dedicated my public life to demonstrating that leadership with integrity is not a myth. I have done it before, and I do not intend to betray that trust under any circumstances.

Forty-eight months is enough for any leader who is focused and prepared to make a meaningful difference. In that time, I intend not merely to make an impression, but to deliver on concrete promises to:

sanitise our governance system;
tackle insecurity through effective and accountable use of national resources; prioritise education, healthcare, and poverty alleviation;
catalyse small businesses as engines of growth ; and combat corruption with unflinching resolve.

Above all, I will dedicate myself to transforming Nigeria from a consuming nation into a productive one, where agriculture, technology, and manufacturing replace rent-seeking and waste as our national anchors.

These are not utopian dreams. They are realistic, actionable goals that are achievable within four years.

A new Nigeria is POssible. -PO

[Alex Onyia @winexviv]

Have you ever wondered why Nigeria never moves forward?

University researches are dumped immediately after defense.

There is no Nigerian invention.

Education is not regarded.

[Peter Wanchukwu. @_Petertech]

Key Points from PO's Message:

1. Gratitude: PO thanks everyone for the birthday wishes, especially Nigerian youths, the Obidient family, and the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.

2. Personal Principle: He does not celebrate birthdays personally.

3. Redirecting Gifts:

Declined a ₦120 million house; funds were used to build classrooms.

Turned a ₦20 million party into a donation of 200 computers for schools.

Converted a celebration into donations of buses for institutions.

4. Consistent Approach: Uses birthdays to promote public good, not personal celebration.

5. National Concern: The suffering in Nigeria makes personal celebrations inappropriate.

6. Call to Action: Encourages well-wishers to support the poor and improve health and education sectors.

7. Spiritual Reflection: Spent his birthday in Rome, praying for Nigeria and its leaders.

8. Renewed Commitment: Reaffirms dedication to serving the public and supporting impactful institutions.

[Peter Obi @PeterObi]

Thank You All

From the bottom of my heart, I sincerely thank everyone for the outpouring of goodwill and birthday wishes I received worldwide. I remain deeply grateful to all who marked the day in one way or another, not to mention Nigerian youths, the Obidient family and the members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, renowned for their apostolate to the poor.

As for me, while I deeply appreciate the gestures of celebration, I must once again reiterate that I do not personally celebrate birthdays. I recall vividly when I turned 50, during my time as Governor. Many institutions and individuals approached me with elaborate plans for the occasion.

One institution generously offered to build a house for me in the village. When I asked for the estimated cost, they said it would be ₦120 million. I humbly requested that the funds be redirected to build classrooms in three educational institutions at Agulu, Ekwulobia and Abatete. They obliged—and the impact was far-reaching.

Another group had budgeted ₦20 million for a lavish party. I graciously asked them to consider using the funds to purchase desktop computers for schools. Their eventual donation of 200 desktops was distributed to schools across the state, enhancing learning for many students.

In a similar spirit of redirection, another organisation—whose intention had originally been to celebrate me—ended up donating buses, which we distributed to institutions in need, including one that went to the legendary Old Rangers Association.

This has been my consistent approach over the years. On each birthday, I use the opportunity to redirect goodwill towards causes that uplift others.

As I turned 64 years old yesterday, I must confess that the current state of our nation makes the idea of personal merriment even more difficult to contemplate. The scale of suffering and deprivation among our people weighs heavily on the conscience. This is why I have once again requested that all those who wish to celebrate me should instead channel their resources towards helping the poor or supporting our struggling health and educational institutions.

On my part, I have chosen this day to renew my personal commitment to continue supporting the institutions of state in the best way I can, especially those that directly serve the people.

Providentially, I was in Rome, at the Basilica of Saint Mary of the Angels and the Martyrs, and my birthday coincided with this visit. I used this sacred opportunity, as I always do when I am in Nigeria, to remember you all in prayer. I especially prayed for our beloved country, Nigeria—that God may touch the hearts of our leaders, and awaken in them the realisation that public funds are meant for the public good.

May we all find strength and grace to keep striving for a more just, compassionate, and equitable society.

Thank you, once again. -PO

[Nandi 🤍💜🤍 @pallnandi]

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[it's me, Tosin ✨ @tosaadec]

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