Life is full of packaging. We live in a world where appearances have become currency, and the shinier the wrapping, the more value we assign to it — forgetting that the real worth lies inside, not outside. That man with the charming smile, poetic campaign jingles, and sweet promises? Might also be the reason your road has been “under construction” since Obasanjo’s first term — and will probably still be a muddy swimming pool in your grandchildren’s time. He will attend every church harvest, wear the same jersey as your football club, and dance with the market women when cameras…
Author: TheStories
In Nigeria today, the political elite will go to great lengths to frustrate and suppress young people who dare to rise — especially those bold enough to present themselves as credible alternatives to the recycled, failed leadership the country has endured for decades. Recently, Youth President Amb Aliyu Bin Abbas had his X (formerly Twitter) account reported and targeted — a move he describes as a clear attempt to silence his voice and diminish the growing influence of a new generation determined to speak truth to power. “But while they may succeed in disrupting platforms, they will never succeed in…
More than the shenanigans of Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde Marshall (K1) and the somewhat hasty and speedy taxiing for takeoff by the pilot of the Value Jet plane, the biggest blame for the near tragedy at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, lies squarely with the security apparatus of the airport, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), and the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). What happened was an abysmal failure of security and a dereliction of responsibility by the managers of Nigeria’s second most important aviation hub. Those responsible for security, along with key…
The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, on Thursday hosted the United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Richard M. Mills, at the Ministry of Defence headquarters, Ship House, Abuja, to discuss ways of strengthening bilateral defence relations. The meeting focused on enhancing collaboration in counterterrorism, defence procurement, intelligence sharing, and military training. Abubakar commended the US for its continued support in building the capacity of Nigeria’s Armed Forces. Both sides acknowledged the growing complexity of security challenges in West Africa and expressed readiness to pursue coordinated responses through existing bilateral frameworks and upcoming technical consultations. The talks also align with President…
The fight against open defecation in Nigeria’s Northwest has entered a new phase, with seven state governments pledging to make sanitation a priority in their 2026 budgets. At a regional conference in Sokoto, delegates from Sokoto, Kebbi, Kano, Jigawa, Kaduna, Zamfara, and Katsina committed to funding programmes that will expand household toilets, intensify hygiene campaigns, and support communities most in need. The two-day meeting, hosted at Dankani Guest Inn and supported by UNICEF’s Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) programme, focused on scaling up the Sanitation Voucher Initiative—a scheme that helps vulnerable households build or improve toilet facilities. For Zamfara’s Commissioner…
Oluremi Tinubu, on Tuesday launched the Women Economic Empowerment Programme in Niger State, reaffirming her commitment to grassroots development through female entrepreneurship. The event, held under the Renewed Hope Initiative, was organised in partnership with the Tony Elumelu Foundation and marks a significant step towards boosting financial independence for women across the state. Addressing participants during the flag-off ceremony, Mrs Tinubu underscored the importance of empowering women as key players in Nigeria’s development. “This initiative is more than just financial assistance — it’s a pathway to inclusive economic growth. Our women deserve the opportunity to thrive, and this platform is…
A post has been making rounds across social media—one that lists the new directors appointed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) under Governor Yemi Cardoso. The names, sixteen in all, have been dissected with surgical precision, and the conclusion that’s gone viral is this: ten are Yoruba, while the Hausa and Igbo share the remaining six equally. And with that, the ever-familiar cry resurfaces—Tinubu’s government is nepotistic, or, as some have mockingly put it, he is “the president of the Oduduwa Republic.” In truth, verifying the exact ethnic identities behind every name is tricky. But the appointments did happen—around…
“Programme-based budgeting promotes efficiency, effectiveness, and accountability in public expenditure. This training marks a turning point in the preparation of Sokoto’s 2026 budget and aligns with the principles of the State Fiscal Transparency Accountability (SFTA).”
A curious story made its rounds on social media recently: the son of Datti Baba-Ahmed, vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party in Nigeria’s 2023 elections, was reportedly celebrated for graduating from a foreign university. This wouldn’t be remarkable—except Datti himself owns Baze University in Abuja. The irony was not lost on critics, who saw it as yet another case of “do as I say, not as I do,” a hypocrisy so familiar it almost feels cultural. The post—shared widely across WhatsApp, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter)—has no verified coverage in mainstream news, and Datti has neither confirmed nor denied it.…
Team Muqaddas, in collaboration with Tukur-Tukur Youth for Political Progression, has celebrated the two-year anniversary of Dr. Abbas Tajuddeen as Speaker of the House of Representatives. Speaking as the Guest Speaker at the event, Abdul Azeez Suleiman recalled that when Tajuddeen Abbas ascended to the esteemed position of Speaker, the political landscape was marked by uncertainty and division. He noted that Nigeria needed a leader who could bridge divides, foster dialogue, and unite diverse voices under a common purpose. According to Suleiman, the Iyan Zazzau has not only risen to the occasion but has also redefined leadership through integrity, compassion,…