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The Ohafia youths have once again proven that the warrior blood of their ancestors still runs strong!

Ohafia in Abia State is historically renowned as a land of mighty warriors.

Their ancestors were feared and respected for their bravery in battle, a heritage proudly celebrated through the iconic Ikpirikpi Ogu (War Dance), which symbolizes courage, strength, and victory. From generation to generation, the Ohafia people have carried this spirit of fearless defense of their own.

Recently, when bandits kidnapped two young girls and demanded a ₦20 million ransom, the youths of Ohafia did not fold their hands or wait helplessly. They mobilized, entered the bush, tracked the kidnappers, rescued their sisters alive, and even apprehended some of the suspects.

This act of courage is a direct echo of their warrior heritage.

While it is not the duty of ordinary Nigerians to go into the bush to rescue their daughters and sisters, this bold action also shows that security is a collaborative effort between the people and the government.

If these youths had hidden behind cowardice and waited for the police or soldiers, those girls would most likely have been r***d multiple times and possibly murdered.

Kudos to the Ohafia youths! Your bravery gives hope in these difficult times.
We still demand better from our security forces. True peace will come when government rises to its responsibility while communities remain vigilant.

The moment I saw this caption on the Internet, I had to check for the full video just to understand Mr Olakunle Soriyan's context or thought process.

In my opinion, that quote displays a surface-level take that sounds intelligent but misses deeper historical knowledge.

If you’ve ever read any books on Nigeria’s history (I’ve read a couple and can recommend a few to you on request), you’ll know that the transatlantic slave trade and eventual colonization did not happen because traditional African spiritual systems were “powerless.” It was largely because our ancestors were actively complicit in the trade.

Long before the Portuguese arrived in the 15th century, there was the Trans-Saharan slave trade (from the 7th century onward), where enslaved Africans were transported across the desert to North Africa and the Middle East. The Kanem-Bornu Empire, for example, built much of its wealth and power through raiding its neighbors for captives and controlling these trade routes — exporting thousands of slaves annually in exchange for horses, salt, and other goods.

These neighbors included various groups around the Lake Chad basin, such as the Bagirmi, Wandala (Mandara), and non-Muslim communities to the south and west. There were also complex interactions (raids, trade, and conflicts) with Hausa city-states and the Jukun Kingdom. The Jukun, for instance, were both raided by Bornu forces at times and engaged in their own raids and slave trading with Hausa states.

When the Europeans came, many African kingdoms and middlemen (chiefs, merchants, and warlords) supplied captives — often from rival groups — in exchange for guns, textiles, and other goods. This internal African participation helped fuel the trade for centuries.

He mentioned Lord Lugard and why someone didnt just summon his spirit using juju. Its quite funny though, but The Indirect Rule (introduced by Lord Lugard) was the British colonial strategy of governing through existing traditional rulers and structures rather than direct administration. They co-opted local emirs, kings, and chiefs, allowing them to handle day-to-day affairs while the British controlled key levers like the military, taxation, and foreign policy. This made colonization cheaper and more effective. It was these same chiefs, local emirs, and kings who were directly responsible for selling captured slaves or kidnapped victims which were sometimes indigenes to the Europeans in the Bight of Benin and the Bight of Biafra.

Reducing complex historical tragedies to “your voodoo/spiritual system failed you” is simplistic and unhelpful. It frames everything within a Western lens — which is a subtler form of cultural colonialism that persists today. We demonize our roots to embrace something else. Yet we wonder why we struggle to become the best versions of ourselves.

I am not sure the success of colonisation had anything to do with the powers of our ancient spirituality, but it had so much to do with the greed and avarice that is intrinsic to human nature. Some groups, especially the elite class, profited immensely from indirect rule.

These kinds of debates easily slide into religious rivalry. Someone else can easily ask: “Where was Christian power when worshippers were massacred in a church in Kwara State?” or during other atrocities like the menace of banditry and ISWAP that is bedevilling the nation today. Aren’t they already taking over villages and local government areas, some of which can be classified as Christian-majority areas? The reason why it hasn’t been curtailed for over 20 years is because — just like in the time of our fathers — a certain group of people are profiting from the pain of others, leading to complicity among the military and other institutions of government.

Disparaging one belief system rarely builds unity — it deepens divides.

True strength lies in honest historical self-examination without self-hatred, and in building a future that draws wisdom from all our heritages — traditional, Christian, Muslim, or otherwise — instead of weaponizing them against each other in the name of talking on social media.

📍Spot on.

This is the real talk we need! Emotions aside, the Constitution is the Constitution. Building strong structures beats just jumping from one party to another. Tinubu has shown he is a true builder. 2027 is not going to be won by mere talk!

What’s your take? 👇

A lot of Nigerians may think the deregistration of the African Democratic Party, Accord Party, and three others is politically motivated—and they may be right. It is also plausible that the main target is the ADC, while the others are mere “fall guys.” Some believe the ruling APC has identified the Presidential candidate of the ADC as a formidable opponent and will do just about anything to weaken their structure.

But let’s examine the merit of the issue rather than merely reacting and crying foul based on sentiment.

To begin with, Section 225A of the Constitution demands proof of national spread and relevance. Bearing that in mind, how many of these political parties have actually met this simple constitutional requirement?

For reasons best known to us as a people, even when the law is clear, we are drawn more to optics than to substance. Our perception of truth often weighs heavier than the truth itself. This is why I won’t be surprised if some people disagree with this piece.

Merely jumping into the political ring by registering or adopting a party just to contest elections is a political blunder. You can already see what is happening with the NDC. Due diligence is not optional; it is survival. A political vehicle without roots, without verifiable national structure, and without sustained performance beyond media noise is not an asset — it is a liability waiting to be weaponised.

Never hand your opposition an undue advantage or a convenient loophole. When parties fail basic constitutional tests, they gift the ruling power the perfect narrative — one that can be spun as “rule of law” while simultaneously allowing the deregistered parties to cry persecution, victimhood, and “rigging by other means.” That cry often finds fertile ground in public sentiment and ignorance, turning regulatory failure into political capital. We have seen this script too many times.

Life itself — God’s gift — is not fair, yet somehow we expect politics (man’s idea) to be fair?

In the long game of Nigerian politics, the crowd that complains loudest about deregistration is often the same one that neglected the hard work of genuine party-building. Has anyone asked why these politicians left the already established parties they belonged to and hopped into new ones in the name of coalition? PO will blame Julius Abure, Atiku will blame Wike, and gullible Nigerians will echo “yes!”

Whereas the real intelligence lies in reading the board before making a move — anticipating how every weakness can and will be exploited.

Survival does not belong to the loudest or the most aggrieved. It belongs to those who master the architecture of power without leaving obvious doors open for their adversaries. How many Nigerians have actually read the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria from cover to cover? We think its a job exclusively for Lawyers.

In politics, as in chess, you do not lose because the opponent is stronger. You lose because you created the opening.

This is why I still maintain, without equivocation, that the incumbent President Tinubu will flawlessly win the 2027 elections, even though its against my typical choice. He has shown that he is a builder, not a scatterer — a man of reach, depth, and ruthless intelligence.

BREAKING BETRAYAL: Senate passes Electoral Act Amendment 2026 but K1lls mandatory real-time e-transmission to IReV! (Rejected Clause 60(3) amendment on Feb 4). No forced instant upload from polling units—results stay "as INEC prescribes," opening doors to manual snatching, alterations & rigging in collation.

The President of the Senate's damage control: "We didn't reject electronic transmission" — but they DID reject making it compulsory & tamper-evident. This is pure self-preservation by the political class, a slap on democracy, & denial of Nigerians' right to see votes count LIVE without interference. It weakens transparency ahead of 2027 when we need it most!

With every problem comes a solution: We call on Nigerian youths and patriots to FLOOD PVC registration centers NOW! Register en masse, mobilize family & friends. In 2027, we track ballots unit-by-unit, collation-by-collation—eyes wide open, agents on ground, live updates everywhere. Our collective power & vigilance will expose & defeat this anti-people agenda. The future belongs to us—let's claim it!

Happy 50th to Our 1976 Powerhouse States! 🇳🇬

Today, we join the nation in jubilant celebration as Bauchi, Benue, Borno, Imo, Niger, Ogun, and Ondo mark a golden milestone—50 incredible years since their creation on February 3, 1976, by the visionary General Murtala Ramat Mohammed!

These seven states were born from a historic moment of courage and foresight, designed to reshape Nigeria for fairness, progress, and true federal strength. Half a century later, they stand tall as enduring symbols of resilience, cultural pride, and unbreakable Nigerian spirit.

From the vast savannas of the North to the fertile lands of the Middle Belt, the ancient heritage of the Northeast, the vibrant heart of the East, the hydropower heartland, the industrial gateway, and the sunny Southwest—these states have grown, adapted, and contributed immensely to the Nigeria we love.
Whether you've danced at their festivals, savored their foods, studied in their schools, or built your dreams within their borders, today we say: Thank you for 50 years of grit, beauty, and greatness!

To every son and daughter of these golden states: Raise your voices high! This is your moment to shine, reflect, and look forward with even greater hope.

Happy Golden Jubilee to Bauchi, Benue, Borno, Imo, Niger, Ogun, and Ondo! You've made Nigeria prouder, stronger, and brighter.
Murtala's legacy lives on through you. Here's to the next 50 years of even more glory!

What does this 50 years mean to you?

Fellow Nigerians, proud members of the NaijaPride360 family, and all who carry the unyielding spirit of our great nation in their hearts. NaijaPride360 isn't just a hashtag or a fleeting trend; it's a movement rooted in justice, equity, honesty, and unbreakable national pride. It's about reclaiming our destiny as a cohesive, developed Nigeria, led by a generation that's done waiting on the sidelines. Let's unpack this vision with the urgency it deserves, especially as we gear up for the pivotal years ahead, including the 2027 elections.

With a population where over 60% are under the age of 30 (as confirmed by the National Population Commission in their 2025 World Population Day reports and demographic analyses), Nigerian youths aren't just the future—we are the present. We represent the numerical majority, the vibrant energy, and the innovative minds that can reshape this nation. But numbers alone mean nothing without action. We've seen too many cycles of potential squandered: from the brain drain of our brightest talents to the daily struggles of unemployment and underemployment that plague millions. According to recent data from the National Bureau of Statistics, youth unemployment hovers around 40-50% in many states, fueling insecurity, social unrest, and a loss of faith in our systems. This isn't just a statistic—it's a crisis that's eroding the fabric of our society. As NaijaPride360, we refuse to let this define us. We must take responsibility for our future, harnessing this demographic dividend to build a Nigeria where every young person thrives, not just survives.

It's high time the youth, seize control of the political rudder and steer Nigeria toward prosperity. For too long, young Nigerians have been passengers in a ship captained by those disconnected from their realities. NaijaPride360 stands firm: we should boldly demand 50% representation in government at all levels—from local councils to the National Assembly. Our elders have laid foundations, but the youth must now build the skyscrapers. Imagine state houses of assembly buzzing with young innovators tackling climate change, digital economies, and education reform. Picture a National Assembly where half the seats are occupied by under-35 leaders pushing for policies on job creation, mental health support, and anti-corruption measures.

Nigerians have mastered the art of digital activism. But endless online outrage—tweets, threads, and viral videos—alone won't uproot our deep-rooted problems. Unemployment leaves graduates hawking on streets; underemployment traps skilled workers in menial jobs; bad governance breeds corruption scandals that siphon billions; and insecurity turns our neighborhoods into war zones, with banditry and kidnappings claiming innocent lives daily. These issues require more than keyboard warriors. We need to convert that fiery online energy into tangible, real-world power: seats in the National Assembly, influence in state houses, and control over local government councils. NaijaPride360 is about bridging that gap—turning virtual voices into votes, policies, and progress.

So, how do we make this happen? NaijaPride360 isn't about vague promises; we're about actionable strategies. Here's a roadmap to get us from tweets to streets, and ultimately to seats:
1. Register Your PVC Today

2. Join or Build Political Movements: NaijaPride360 is partnering with youth networks to train aspiring leaders on grassroots organizing, policy drafting, and campaign strategies. We've seen successes like young reps in Lagos and Kano; let's multiply them nationwide.

3. Demand Accountability Now: NaijaPride360 will host monthly accountability forums, both online and offline, to amplify these demands.

4. Engage in Governance, Even If Not in Politics: Not everyone wants to run for office, and that's fine. But stay deeply invested in governance—the processes, decisions, and oversight that affect daily life. This is where true power resides: the ability to demand transparency from the political stewards we elect. Join civic groups, monitor elections, and push for reforms like digital voting to reduce rigging. Remember, governance is everyone's business; apathy is the real enemy.

At NaijaPride360, our ethos is clear: a Nigeria where justice prevails, equity lifts all boats, and honesty rebuilds trust. This year, 2026, we're ramping up: workshops on civic education, youth summits in major cities, and a national registration drive (link in comments). By 2027, we'll have a cadre of prepared youth candidates ready to contest and win. This isn't just politics; it's patriotism in action.

The European Union has officially removed Nigeria from its high-risk list for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) – effective January 29, 2026! This comes hot on the heels of our exit from the FATF grey list in October 2025.

This is huge for every Nigerian at home and in the diaspora! Here's what it truly means:
1. Cheaper, faster remittances from family and friends in Europe – fewer extra checks, lower fees, and quicker access to funds for school fees, hospital bills, house rent, and daily family support.
2. Smoother international transfers and payments – whether for overseas education, medical trips, online purchases from EU sites, or receiving freelance earnings.
3. Stronger global trust in our financial system → more investment, better trade, job opportunities, and economic stability rolling in over time.

Shoutout to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's leadership, the reforms driven by strong political will, and the tireless work of NFIU, CBN, regulators, law enforcement, and all stakeholders who made this possible.
Naija rising stronger every day! This is proof that with focus and unity, we can achieve global standards and build a brighter future for all.
Let's keep the pride alive! 🇳🇬

To Nigerian parents and guardians

Today, January 15, 2026, we proudly mark Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day — a solemn yet proud occasion to honour the valour, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication of our Nigerian Armed Forces! 🇳🇬

This day commemorates the end of the Nigerian Civil War on January 15, 1970, while celebrating both our fallen heroes who paid the ultimate price and our serving men and women who continue to defend our nation's unity, peace, and sovereignty.

To our brave soldiers, officers, veterans, and families: Thank you for your courage in the face of adversity. Your sacrifices secure Nigeria’s future, foster unity, and protect every citizen.

As this year's theme goes — Valour, Sacrifice, and Unity: Honouring Our Heroes — let's wear the remembrance emblem with pride, support our troops, and pray for enduring peace.
May the souls of our fallen heroes rest in perfect peace. God bless the Nigerian Armed Forces! God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria! 💚