Vatican Finally Breaks Silence on Alleged Christian Genocide in Nigeria.

The Vatican has finally spoken out on the growing international narrative of an alleged genocide against Christians in Nigeria.

Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican Secretary of State, addressed the issue while presenting a new global report on religious freedom by the Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) in Rome.

His comments come amid heated global debates following remarks made by Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, at the United Nations General Assembly in New York last month.

Shettima’s call for peace in Gaza sparked a wave of reactions online, with some Western voices, including American security contractor Eric Prince, alleging that Christians in Nigeria were facing genocide.

Prince had even called on “the Vatican, the Pope, President Donald Trump, and Christian leaders worldwide to ‘fund and support’ a private Christian army to ‘protect the Christian community in Nigeria.’”

However, Parolin dismissed such claims, urging caution in labeling Nigeria’s security crisis as religious genocide.

According to him, the violence in Nigeria is not exclusively targeted at Christians but has broader social and ethnic roots.

“It is not a religious conflict. Much of the violence stems from social causes such as land disputes between herders and farmers in the North-Central region,” he said.

“We should also recognise that many Muslims in Nigeria are themselves victims of this same intolerance. These are extremist groups that make no distinctions in pursuing their goals. They use violence against anyone they see as an opponent.”

"Everything Is Under Control"— Senator Ned Nwoko assures concerned Nigerians amid his marital crisis with Actress Regina Daniels.

Senator Ned Nwoko has responded publicly for the following recent allegations of domestic violence made against him by his wife, Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, and her siblings.

Appearing as a guest on a Channels TV programme , the lawmaker from Delta North was asked about the controversy that has dominated social media in recent days.

The host began by saying, “Thank you so much indeed for making time to join us. It’s good to see you your face has been all over the media in the last few days for personal reasons. I hope everything is calm and under control?”

Responding, Nwoko said simply, “It happens.”

When the interviewer noted that many people often underestimate his capacity, the senator replied, “Well, I am who I am.”

The host went on to describe him as “an Old Testament man,” to which Nwoko responded, “Yes, I am.”

Pressed again on whether everything was now under control, the Delta-born politician reaffirmed, “Yes, thank you.”

Nwoko’s brief but composed remarks mark his first public reaction since Regina Daniels’ accusations surfaced, sparking widespread debate across social media and within political circles.

FG, Senate Leaders Head to Washington to Stop US Sanctions Over Christian Genocide.

Top officials of the Federal Government and the National Assembly are set to travel to Washington D.C. in a diplomatic move to stop possible United States sanctions over alleged persecution and genocide of Christians in Nigeria.

The high-powered delegation, which includes federal lawmakers, senior military officers, and heads of security agencies, will meet with members of the U.S. Congress to clarify Nigeria’s position and counter the growing narrative of “Christian genocide.”

The trip follows an urgent resolution by the 10th Senate, sponsored by Senator Ali Ndume, who urged the government to “put the record straight” and prevent sanctions against the country.

According to sources, the delegation will present evidence to prove that the security crisis in Nigeria is not religiously motivated but rather a result of terrorism, banditry, and communal conflicts. The team is expected to depart Abuja early next week.

In recent months, U.S. lawmakers and advocacy groups have increased pressure on Nigeria over rising attacks on Christian communities. Senator Ted Cruz recently accused Nigeria of “mass murder” of Christians and introduced the “Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act of 2025” (S.2747).

The proposed bill seeks to list Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern,” a move that could trigger travel bans, arms restrictions, and other economic sanctions.

The Nigerian Senate had earlier dismissed the genocide allegations as “false and dangerous,” warning that such claims could damage the country’s image and inflame religious tensions.

Lawmakers maintained that the ongoing violence is complex and tied to criminality and resource struggles, not state-backed religious persecution.

Data from the Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project (ACLED) shows that between January 2020 and September 2025, over 11,800 civilian attacks were recorded in Nigeria. Among them, 385 incidents involved Christian victims, while 196 targeted Muslims, reflecting the widespread nature of insecurity across regions.

NANS Calls for Mandatory Drug Testing in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions.

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on the Federal Government to introduce compulsory drug testing for all students in tertiary institutions as part of efforts to tackle rising substance abuse among youths.

In a statement signed by Comrade Olushola Oladoja, NANS President, the association proposed a drug-Free Campus Initiative (DFCI) to promote discipline, improve academic performance, and protect Nigeria’s future workforce.

Oladoja described drug abuse among students as a “public health crisis” threatening learning, moral integrity, and national productivity.

“Drug abuse among students is no longer an isolated concern; it has evolved into a public health crisis affecting learning, safety, and national productivity,” NANS stated.

The association identified marijuana, tramadol, codeine, and methamphetamine (mkpurummiri) as the most abused substances, linking them to cultism, assault, and campus unrest.

“Most cases of cultism, aault, and campus unrest are traceable to substance influence. Drug abuse fuels aggression and moral decay among students,”
the group added.

NANS recommended mandatory drug testing at both admission and graduation points, supervised by the NDLEA and school health units, to ensure students “enter and leave the system clean.” It also proposed establishing drug-Free Clubs on all campuses and integrating drug education into orientation and General Studies courses.

Students identified with substance use, the group said, should receive rehabilitation and counselling rather than stigma.

Oladoja warned that unchecked drug abuse endangers Nigeria’s development and leadership future.
“The dream of a prosperous Nigeria begins with a generation of mentally sound, morally upright, and drug-free students,”

he stated, urging collective action among the Ministry of Education, NDLEA, and student unions to secure the nation’s campuses.

University Workers SSANU Demands Removal Of Suspended FUOYE Vice-Chancellor, Prof Fasina Over Alleged Victimisation, Threats.

According to SSANU, the university community, which had experienced relative peace during the Vice-Chancellor’s absence, has now descended into crisis.

The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Branch, has called for the immediate removal of the suspended Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Prof. Abayomi Fasina, accusing him of actions that threaten industrial harmony within the institution.

In a statement signed by its Branch Chairperson, Comrade Fajoye Hamzat Oyelere (popularly known as Obama), the union expressed deep concerns over what it described as the deteriorating situation at FUOYE following Prof. Fasina’s return from a six-month leave.

According to SSANU, the university community, which had experienced relative peace during the Vice-Chancellor’s absence, has now descended into crisis.

The association alleged that since his resumption, there have been incidents of victimisation of union leaders, unjust arrests, and illegal detentions reportedly carried out through state security agencies acting on the Vice-Chancellor’s orders.

The union described these alleged actions as a “gross abuse of administrative authority” and a “threat to peaceful coexistence and academic progress” at the institution.

SSANU LAUTECH urged the Nigerian government, through the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, to intervene immediately by removing Prof. Fasina from office to restore peace and confidence in FUOYE’s leadership.

The association also called on the National Universities Commission (NUC) and the Ministry of Labour and Employment to launch a thorough investigation into the alleged victimisation of union leaders and ensure justice is served.

Forgery Allegation Deepens PDP Crisis Ahead Of November Convention.

The internal crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has taken a fresh twist after the party’s National Secretary, Samuel Anyanwu, petitioned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Inspector General of Police over an alleged forgery of his signature.

In petitions dated October 15 and submitted on October 16, Anyanwu denied signing the August 29 letter sent to INEC concerning the party’s planned November 15–16 National Convention in Ibadan, Oyo State.

In his letter titled “RE: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Year 2025 Elective National Convention: Petition Against Forgery and Cloning of My Signature”, Anyanwu insisted that the correspondence purportedly bearing his signature was neither signed nor authorised by him.

He urged the DSS and the police to immediately investigate what he described as a case of forgery capable of undermining the party’s integrity ahead of its convention.

The controversy comes amid a pending suit filed by aggrieved party chieftains seeking to halt the exercise. In suit number FHC/ABJ/CS/2120/25, PDP chairmen from Imo and Abia states, Austin Nwachukwu and Amah Abraham Nnanna, alongside the South-South Zonal Secretary, Turnah Alabah George, accused the Damagum-led National Working Committee of breaching the party’s constitution and internal election rules.

Defendants in the case include INEC, the PDP, Acting National Chairman Umar Damagum, and other senior officials.

At Tuesday’s sitting, the court adjourned proceedings to October 20, after a dispute erupted over who was authorised to represent the PDP in court.

Kamaldeen Ajibade (SAN) and Chris Uche (SAN) both claimed the mandate, prompting Justice James Omotosho to order them to present proof of authorisation. He directed all parties to exchange documents by October 17.

US Presidential Adviser Dismisses Claim of Christian Genocide in Nigeria.

Senior Adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump on Arab and African Affairs, Massad Boulos, has downplayed reports suggesting that Christians are being deliberately targeted in Nigeria.

Boulos made the statement during a courtesy visit to President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Friday.

He dismissed what he described as “misleading claims” of a Christian genocide, saying the crisis in Nigeria goes beyond religion.

According to him, violence in parts of the country is driven by terrorism and insecurity, not faith.

His comment comes at a time when several U.S. lawmakers are urging Washington to list Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” over alleged religious persecution.

Responding to questions on the matter, Boulos said, “Those who know the terrain well know that terrorism has no colour, no religion, and no tribe.”

He added that insurgent groups such as Boko Haram and ISIS have killed both Christians and Muslims.

“People of all religions and all tribes are dying as a result of terrorist acts, but it’s very unfortunate,” he said.

“Contradictions Everywhere!” — Lere Olayinka Blasts Sahara Reporters Over Conflicting Claims on Minister Wale Edun’s Health


Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and New Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has criticized Sahara Reporters over what he described as inconsistent and misleading reports about the health of the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun.

In a post shared on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, Olayinka accused the online media outlet of publishing contradictory narratives regarding the minister’s alleged health crisis and recent travel activities.

He pointed out that Sahara Reporters had initially published a story on Sunday alleging that Minister Edun suffered a severe stroke, was incapacitated, and had been flown abroad for urgent medical treatment. However, just days later, the same platform reported that Edun had traveled from Abuja to Lagos on Monday via a commercial flight, and later departed for London that same day—also via a commercial airline.

Olayinka questioned the credibility of such reports, highlighting the logical inconsistency between the two stories.

“Sowore’s Sahara Desert said that the Minister can no longer use his hands and legs. Now, could a Minister of Finance, a public figure, who suffered STROKE and can no longer use his legs and hands have traveled from Abuja to Lagos via COMMERCIAL FLIGHT and also to London via another Commercial Flight and no one saw him to take his pictures?”


He argued that it was implausible for someone allegedly suffering from a debilitating stroke to manage two commercial flights in one day without any eyewitness accounts or photographic evidence emerging.

The post, which quickly gained traction online, was widely seen as an attempt to discredit Sahara Reporters and defend the integrity of the Tinubu administration amidst public concern over the minister’s condition.

While Olayinka’s statement came amid confirmation that Edun had indeed traveled to the United Kingdom for medical care, it reinforced doubts about the accuracy of earlier sensational reports claiming the minister was in critical condition.

According to official sources, Edun’s trip to London followed a brief domestic flight from Abuja to Lagos on Monday night. Though the Presidency had earlier stated that the minister was “indisposed but recuperating” in Abuja, the confirmed travel abroad suggested he was seeking advanced medical attention.

However, the key point of contention remains Sahara Reporters’ conflicting reports—one depicting a dire health emergency and the other narrating an unassisted commercial journey abroad.

Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri Resigns From PDP.

Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in what marks another major political shake-up within the opposition.

His decision comes barely 24 hours after Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah dumped the PDP for the All Progressives Congress (APC), further deepening the internal crisis and wave of defections currently rocking the opposition party.

Peter Obi faults Tinubu’s reforms, says over 50 million Nigerians plunged into poverty.

Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has taken a swipe at President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying its much-touted economic reforms have failed to reduce poverty or improve citizens’ welfare.

Citing a recent World Bank report released on October 8, 2025, Obi noted that the number of Nigerians living below the poverty line has risen to 139 million, up from 87 million in 2023 meaning that over 50 million people have fallen into poverty in just two years.

Reacting on Tuesday via X (formerly Twitter), Obi described the development as “a heartbreaking reflection of how deeply our nation is failing its citizens.”
He lamented that instead of sparking urgent dialogue on how to tackle the crisis, the government’s response was focused on rebuttals.

“What this means is that in two years under the APC regime, over 50 million Nigerians were sent into poverty,” Obi wrote.
“What is even more concerning is that this devastating revelation has not led to an emergency and national discussion on how to effectively pull millions of our people out of poverty.”

Obi argued that despite several reforms being celebrated by the Tinubu government, poverty continues to worsen because there is “no clear strategy or determination to channel gains into productive sectors.”

He urged the administration to pursue people-centred economic policies that prioritise production over consumption, support small businesses and farmers, and increase investment in education and healthcare.

“Reforms should be deliberate and strictly followed by people-focused policies that ensure government spending directly impacts the lives of Nigerians by pulling them out of poverty,” he said.
“No nation can truly rise when the majority of its people are trapped in poverty. With the right leadership, we can make Nigeria work for every Nigerian.”

Trump Admits Doubts About Making Heaven, Says He’s Tried to Make Life Better for Many.

U.S. President Donald Trump has once again expressed uncertainty about his chances of making heaven, admitting he is not confident about his eternal fate.

Speaking with reporters aboard Air Force One on Sunday, Trump said he doubted that his deeds would earn him a place in paradise.
“I don’t think there’s anything that’s going to get me into heaven,” he confessed. “I’m not sure I’ll make it, but I’ve made life a lot better for a lot of people. I don’t think I’m heaven-bound.”

The president also reiterated his belief that he could have prevented Russia’s invasion of Ukraine if the 2020 election had not been, in his words, “rigged.”
“Millions of people are dead because of a crooked election,” Trump alleged, describing his successor’s administration as “incompetent.”

Commenting on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Trump said the Israel–Gaza crisis had become “much harder to resolve” under the Democrat-led government.

This is not the first time Trump has linked his spiritual reflections to global peace efforts. In August, during a phone interview on Fox & Friends, he stated that one of his main goals for a second term would have been to broker international peace agreements as a way to “get to heaven.”
“I want to try to get to heaven if possible,” he said at the time. “I’m hearing that I’m not doing well.”

Zamfara Farmers Face N20 Million Ransom Threat Ahead of Harvest Season


Farmers in Shanawa, Jangeru, and Galadi communities of Shinkafi Local Government Area, Zamfara State, are raising alarm after bandits allegedly demanded N20 million from them to allow access to their farms ahead of the harvest season.

Residents claim the threats have disrupted farming activities, leaving many families anxious about potential loss of livelihoods. Community leaders have called on the state government and security agencies to intervene urgently to ensure farmers can work safely.

The looming harvest crisis threatens food security and highlights the continuing challenges posed by banditry in northwestern Nigeria.

“I’m Not Sure I’ll Make Heaven, But I’ve Made Life Better for Many” — Trump Speaks on Salvation and Global Conflicts


Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again expressed concern about his eternal destiny, admitting he is unsure of making it to heaven despite his belief that he has made life better for many people.

Speaking aboard Air Force One on Sunday, Trump told reporters that he does not feel confident about his salvation.

“I’m not sure I’m going to be able to make heaven, but I’ve made life a lot better for a lot of people,” he said. “I think I’m not heaven-bound.”


Trump also claimed that the Russia-Ukraine war could have been avoided if the 2020 U.S. presidential election had not been “rigged.”

“Millions of people are dead because of a crooked election,” he said, accusing his successor and the previous administration of incompetence.


The former president further criticized the current government for its handling of the Israel-Gaza crisis, saying the conflict became harder to resolve under the Democrat-led administration.

In August, Trump had also revealed his desire to secure global peace deals during a potential second term — a move he said could help him “make heaven.”

During a Fox & Friends phone interview, he lamented the devastating impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and stressed the need for a permanent ceasefire to save lives.

“I want to try to get to heaven if possible… I’m hearing that I’m not doing well,” Trump had said, hinting at his hope for divine approval through his peace efforts.


While Trump’s remarks continue to stir mixed reactions globally, they reflect his ongoing attempts to balance his political ambitions with his personal reflections on faith and morality.

Political Earthquake in Enugu: Governor Peter Mbah’s Alleged Move to APC Sparks PDP Crisis

The political scene in Enugu State is witnessing intense drama as Governor Peter Mbah’s rumored defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has thrown the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) into confusion and deep internal division.

According to a report by The Punch on Saturday, October 11, 2025, the governor’s anticipated switch has exposed sharp splits within the PDP, as loyalists are torn between following Mbah into the ruling APC or staying with the opposition party.

In a bold political maneuver, the APC reportedly dissolved its Enugu State Executive Committee and replaced it with a caretaker committee to manage what appears to be a major political merger.

The newly appointed caretaker chairman, Dr. Ben Nwoye, confirmed the governor’s readiness to defect, declaring:

“We went to the governor, and he has agreed to move with us into APC. He is not coming alone — he is coming with the whole structure of Enugu PDP.”


Nwoye revealed that the planned defection would include 260 ward councillors, 24 state House of Assembly members, National Assembly representatives, and the entire PDP executive committee, a move that could reshape the political landscape of the Southeast.

However, uncertainty clouds the move. The PDP Publicity Secretary in Enugu admitted that while Governor Mbah holds significant influence within the party, he has not officially informed the PDP leadership of any plans to defect.

Resistance is growing within PDP ranks. Chief Ray Nnaji, a former National Auditor of the party, dismissed claims of mass defection, predicting that “less than 20%” of PDP members would follow Mbah. He accused the governor of alienating local stakeholders and relying heavily on external consultants instead of the party’s grassroots structure.

Some state lawmakers have also expressed frustration, citing unpaid salaries and allowances as part of their discontent with the governor’s leadership.

As tensions rise, Enugu State — long considered a PDP stronghold — may soon witness one of the most significant political realignments in Nigeria’s Fourth Republic.

Tinubu Grants Presidential Pardon for Herbert Macaulay,  175 Nigerians

On Thursday, the Council of State approved the exercise of the presidential prerogative of mercy for 175 persons across different categories.

The decision followed a presentation by the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), who conveyed President Bola Tinubu’s recommendations based on the report of the Advisory Committee on the Prerogative of Mercy during the council meeting held at the State House, Abuja.

Although the full list of beneficiaries is yet to be released, pardons were granted to Herbert Macaulay, Nigeria’s nationalist icon, and Maj.-Gen. Mamman Vatsa (retd.), a former FCT minister, was executed in 1986 under the Babangida regime. Members of the Ogoni Nine and Ogoni Four were also named among the beneficiaries.

Macaulay, regarded as the father of Nigerian nationalism, was twice jailed by the British colonial authorities — in 1913 for alleged fund misappropriation and in 1928 for sedition following his newspaper’s publication during the Eleko of Lagos crisis. Historians have long questioned the fairness of his convictions.

Vatsa, a poet and member of the Supreme Military Council, was executed by firing squad for an alleged coup attempt, a case that has remained controversial for decades, with repeated calls for a posthumous pardon.

Of the 175 approved cases, 82 inmates received full pardons, 65 had their sentences reduced, while seven death sentences were commuted to life imprisonment.

Briefing journalists after the meeting, Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State said the decision reflects President Tinubu’s “commitment to justice, fairness, and correctional reform.”

The meeting, chaired by the President, also ratified key appointments, including Dr Aminu Yusuf from Niger State as Chairman of the National Population Commission and Tonge Bularafa as Federal Commissioner representing Yobe State. 

Both nominations were unanimously endorsed.

I Told Mandela and Bush About Obasanjo’s Third Term Ambition” — Orji Uzor Kalu Makes Shocking Revelation!


Former Abia State Governor and Senator, Orji Uzor Kalu, has stirred political discussions after revealing that he personally informed world leaders about former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s alleged third term agenda during his tenure.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with Channels Television, Kalu disclosed that he alerted global figures including former U.S. President George W. Bush, South Africa’s Thabo Mbeki, and the late Nelson Mandela about Obasanjo’s alleged plan to extend his stay in power beyond the constitutional limit.

According to Kalu, he took the bold step after realizing the seriousness of the situation, believing that involving respected international leaders was necessary to protect Nigeria’s democracy.

“I was the one who told President Thabo Mbeki that Obasanjo was running for a third term. I also told President Bush and Mandela. They all called him to confirm it,” Kalu said.


He recounted that Nelson Mandela, concerned about the implications of such a move for Africa’s democratic values, immediately summoned Obasanjo for clarification. Kalu also revealed that Obasanjo later held private discussions with Thabo Mbeki in New York during a United Nations General Assembly session to address the growing global concern.

Kalu described these interventions as a defining moment in Nigeria’s political history, noting that the exposure helped curb what could have been a serious constitutional crisis.

He criticized the culture of political denial and misinformation in Nigeria, warning that a democracy built on deceit and manipulation cannot survive.

“We must protect the truth and the constitution. A democracy built on lies and falsehood will crumble over time,” he cautioned.


Kalu’s revelation has since reignited public debate about Nigeria’s political past and the behind-the-scenes efforts that shaped the country’s democratic journey.

Reps Reject U.S. Senate’s Genocide Claim Against Christians in Nigeria.

The House of Representatives has dismissed the U.S. Senate’s claim describing Nigeria’s insecurity as genocide against Christians or state-sponsored persecutiom, saying it misrepresents the country’s true situation.

The decision followed a motion by Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, titled “Urgent Need for a Coordinated Diplomatic and Domestic Response to the Proposed Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act of 2025 (U.S. Senate Bill S.2747)”.

Kalu said the U.S. bill, introduced on September 9, 2025, which seeks to label Nigeria a “Country of Particular Concern” and impose sanctions under the Global Magnitsky Act, is based on incomplete assessments. 

He stressed that Nigeria’s Constitution guarantees freedom of religion and that insecurity is multi-causal, driven by insurgency, banditry, separatism, and communal clashes—not religion.

Lawmakers warned that the U.S. claim could undermine Nigeria’s sovereignty and strain diplomatic ties. Julius Ihonvbere called for swift diplomatic engagement, while Oluwole Oke described the claim as a “deliberate attempt to damage Nigeria’s image.”

The House reaffirmed constitutional religious freedom, condemned all forms of violence, and rejected the U.S. Senate’s portrayal of Nigeria’s crisis. 

It also directed the Foreign Affairs Ministry and the Nigerian Embassy in Washington to lodge a diplomatic protest and present factual data to U.S. and international bodies.

Kano Politician Blasts President Tinubu for Ignoring Insecurity Victims, Says “He Prefers Weddings Over Condolence Visits”


Alhaji Ibrahim Ali Amin, popularly known as Ibrahim Little — a former Kano governorship candidate and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) — has taken a swipe at President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over what he described as the president’s lack of empathy for victims of insecurity across Nigeria.

Speaking in an interview reported by Daily Post on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, Little expressed disappointment that Tinubu has failed to visit communities devastated by terrorist attacks, banditry, and communal clashes since assuming office.

According to him, the president’s absence from crisis-hit regions sends a troubling message to citizens who have lost loved ones, homes, and livelihoods. He accused the president of prioritizing attendance at weddings and funerals of political elites instead of consoling grieving Nigerians.

“In the time since Tinubu took office, he has never travelled to any region affected by Boko Haram or banditry. On the other hand, he was in Kaduna for the wedding of a senator and in Plateau for a burial,” Little said.

He added that Nigerians expect their leader to demonstrate compassion and leadership by visiting affected areas to provide moral support and renew public trust in government’s commitment to tackling insecurity.

Little maintained that the president’s approach makes it appear as though the government is detached from the suffering of ordinary citizens. He urged Tinubu to show true statesmanship by reaching out to victims of violence, insisting that such visits would go a long way in rebuilding national confidence.

“Rebuilding Trust in Nigeria: Citizens, Not Politicians, Hold the Power” — Experts Challenge Government at 31st Economic Summit

At the 31st Nigerian Economic Summit (NESG) in Abuja, top government officials, civil society leaders, and private sector experts united in a powerful call for citizen accountability, transparency, and participation in governance.

Moderated by Frank Aigbogun, Publisher and CEO of BusinessDay, the engaging panel featured Hadiza Bala Usman, Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination; Aisha Yesufu, activist and co-founder of Bring Back Our Girls; Yemi Adamolekun, Executive Director of Enough Is Enough (EiE) Nigeria; Tola Adeyemi, CEO of KPMG West Africa; and rapper and entrepreneur MI Abaga (Jude Abaga).


Government Promises Measurable Accountability

Hadiza Bala Usman defended President Bola Tinubu’s reform agenda, revealing that the administration’s Citizen Delivery Tracker is now live — allowing Nigerians to monitor ministry performance in real time.

“Every appointee must show results. Governance is no longer about promises; it’s about measurable performance,” she said.

Aisha Yesufu Fires Back: “The Arrogance in Governance Is Sickening”

Activist Aisha Yesufu countered sharply, saying government rhetoric rarely reflects citizens’ lived realities.

“Which Nigeria is she talking about? The one where leaders act like emperors and arrest those who speak truth to power?”


She emphasized that trust cannot exist without humility, urging Nigerians to stop normalizing bad leadership.


Yemi Adamolekun: “Democracy Is Not a Spectator Sport”

Yemi Adamolekun stressed that citizens must be part of the decision-making process, not just observers.

“It’s not enough to tweet outrage — we must vote, attend town halls, and demand transparency,” she said.


Corporate Insight: Trust Grows from Results

KPMG’s Tola Adeyemi argued that Nigeria’s trust deficit can only be fixed through consistent delivery and open communication.

“Citizens don’t want rehearsed talking points; they want sincerity and proof of progress,” he said.


MI Abaga: “Nigeria Must Stop Pretending”

Rapper and entrepreneur MI Abaga brought a cultural lens, describing the nation’s crisis of trust as “spiritual and systemic.”

> “We clap even when we know the truth. Integrity must start with us — from the top to the bottom,” he said.


Despite their differences, all panelists agreed that rebuilding trust requires partnership between citizens and the state — grounded in honesty, performance, and humility.

“Tinubu Must Be Judged by His Own Promise” — Analyst Warns President Over Unfulfilled Power Sector Pledge

A political affairs analyst, Destiny Enabulele, has raised serious concerns over President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s unfulfilled campaign promise to fix Nigeria’s power sector, warning that the failure could cost him re-election in 2027.

Speaking on Trust TV News on Monday, Enabulele reminded Nigerians of Tinubu’s 2023 campaign declaration, where he boldly vowed to deliver stable electricity nationwide within his first four years — and urged voters to reject him if he failed to deliver.

“President Tinubu said if he cannot provide stable electricity within four years, Nigerians shouldn’t vote for him again,” Enabulele recalled. “Almost two years into his term, even Abuja suffers epileptic power supply. How then will he campaign for re-election?”


The analyst noted that despite heavy investments and reforms, Nigeria’s power crisis remains unresolved, with citizens enduring frequent blackouts and businesses relying on generators to survive.

Enabulele cautioned that the President’s credibility and political capital are at stake if tangible progress isn’t made soon, stressing that Nigerians are more politically aware than ever before.

“We are no longer in an era where campaign promises are forgotten. Nigerians will remember what was said when it’s time to vote,” he warned.


Power supply remains one of the nation’s biggest challenges, with grid collapses, corruption, and regulatory inefficiencies crippling progress despite numerous interventions.

Enabulele emphasized that Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope” agenda must reflect in the energy sector, which he described as “the backbone of Nigeria’s economic revival.”

“The President himself invited us to judge him by his performance in this sector. Accountability must start from the top,” he added.