Independence day | Zikoko!

Nigerian leaders might not know how to do what citizens elected them for but when it comes to speeches and lamba, just leave the arena for them. When it comes to bangers especially, leave it for our current President. From releasing his most famous fuel subsidy banger on his very first day in office to many others, Tinubu has never disappointed us. Many Nigerians have looked forward to hearing how he would address the country considering the current state of things and as usual, he delivered. Below are some of the nuggets we picked.

Nigeria is working, your eyes are the problem

While praising our founding fathers, as usual, the President said something that struck us. In his words “Nigerians worldwide can see how well we have succeeded in realising the lofty dreams of our founding fathers.” Excuse my French but as how? Right now, Nigerians currently cannot afford to buy second hand cars, and even those who can, are paying through their noses for fuel but according to the President, Nigeria has achieved its “lofty dreams.”

Natural disasters are bowing before us

Not sure if strolling in many days after about 30 people died in the Maiduguri flood can be categorised as responding but according to the President’s speech, “our government has been responding to the recent natural disasters, particularly the flooding in parts of the country.”

You’re not the only person food is expensive for

The President acknowledged the hardship in the country but not without hinting that Nigeria is not a one-off case and that it’s not entirely his fault.

“The central concern of our people today is the high cost of living, especially food costs. This concern is shared by many around the globe as prices and the cost of living continue to rise worldwide,” he said.

Fine, yoots, we’ll give you 30 days to speak your mind

During his speech, the President announced his administration would be organising a 30-day National Youth Conference.

According to the President, this conference will give young people the opportunity to “participate actively in nation-building. By ensuring that their voices are heard in shaping the policies that impact their lives, we are creating a pathway for a brighter tomorrow.”

Not sure where I stand on it. Naturally, young Nigerians on X have quickly reacted to the news.

I still don't believe setting up a youth confab will solve any problem. This is a waste of time and resources.
We all know where the issues are. All we need is a decisive leadership that can take the bull by the horn.

Nigerians talk too much.
— FARMGRIDDZ🐔🐓 (@BashorunGa_) October 1, 2024

Nigeria is too wasteful as a Nation and I don't like it

Back in 2014, I was excited about CONFAB

10years after, no implementation

And now we want to organize Youth CONFAB?

If you didn't listen to highly successful Nigerians at the 2014 CONFAB, na young people you wan hear?
— JACK The Builder™ (@Jack_ng01) October 1, 2024

We are defeating insecurity

“On the security front, I am happy to announce to you, my compatriots, that our administration is winning the war on terror and banditry,” Tinubu said.

I’m not sure how to react to this. There might actually be a multiverse after all because in the version of Nigeria, a lot of us live in, insecurity has peaked to a level that crowdfunding for kidnap victims has become so common, the government itself has to tell people to stop. In that Nigeria, public figures regularly say Nigeria is “a war front,” and offer government advice on how to fix it, and in that version, 19 medical students were kidnapped just in August. Must be fun in President Tinubu’s own version.
Deep, heavy, negro spiritual sigh. It’s another independence day for our long-suffering country and even though we are begging the almighty to remove us from his list of strongest soldiers, we can’t help but look back on some thoughtful things our past and present leaders, activists, and celebrities have said about Nigeria on different independence day celebrations. It’s our 64th birthday after all.

Independence Day quotes by the founding fathers of Nigeria

“As we celebrate our Independence, let us not forget that the price of freedom is eternal vigilance.”

                      – Nnamdi Azikiwe, October 1, 1960

This is a wonderful day, and it is all the more wonderful because we have awaited it with increasing impatience, compelled to watch one country after another overtaking us on the road when we had so nearly reached our goal.

                                                 -Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, October 1, 1960

“Our Independence should remind us of the sacrifices made by our forebears and the hopes they had for a united and prosperous Nigeria.”

                                                         -Shehu Shagari, October 1, 1980

As we continue to move along the path of success and progress in all sectors, we should rededicate ourselves to the cause of our great Nation and attain yet greater heights in all fields of our National endeavour.

                                           – Sani Abacha, October 1, 1960

Memorable Independence Day quotes by Nigeria’s leaders in the 4th republic

All those who struggled for our independence remain our greatest heroes, in whatever way they may have contributed to the common goal. They recovered our dignity from the clutches of foreign imperialism. They inspired us with a sense of common dignity. They claimed for us, a country with much promise.

                     -Olusegun Obasanjo, October 1, 2000

We must see today’s challenges as veritable opportunities waiting to be translated into stepping stones to an assured destiny of peace, progress, and prosperity for our common posterity.

                                  -Umar Musa Yar’adua, October 1,2009

On this day, we reflect on our journey and reaffirm our commitment to building a Nigeria that is united, peaceful, and prosperous.

                                               -Goodluck Jonathan, October 1, 2013

The sacrifices of our heroes past must never be in vain. We must unite and strive to build a country that future generations will be proud of.

                                            -Muhammadu Buhari, October 1, 2015

  We have succeeded in deepening our democracy. The task before us now is peace, unity, and nation-building.

                                      -Atiku Abubakar, October 1, 2015

For our country to move forward, we must prioritize the democratization of opportunities for all Nigerians!

                       -Bukola Saraki, October 1, 2021

We must rescue and turn our country around. It is our challenge and our duty. We, therefore, cannot ignore the present deafening clarion call for change.

                                               -Peter Obi, October 1, 2022

Memorable Independence Day quotes from Nigerian activists and celebrities.

This is the country that is wholly mine. I have to give it my all to get its all.

                                                                 -Aisha Yesufu, October 1, 2015

No matter how long it has taken, someday soon, Nigeria shall attain greatness.

                                               -Oby Ezekwesili, October 1, 2017

Greatness is not far off; let’s work diligently with our leaders towards it.

                                              -Tony Elumelu, 2014

Nigeria my country! I will continue to do everything I can to let the world see how beautiful my people are

                                       -Ayodeji Balogun, AKA Wizkid, October 1, 2016

Deciding to be a part of the revolution that would positively alter the state of affairs is enough motivation for your brother, sister, friend, or partner. Being unbothered is not the answer. We have to do it together.

                                                              -Folarin Falana, AKA, Falz, October 1, 2018

Our Independence is a reminder that we are stronger together. Let’s celebrate our diversity and build the Nigeria we all dream of

                                                -Genevieve Nnaji, October 1, 2019

The true spirit of independence is in our ability to inspire change. Let us use our voices to uplift Nigeria and create opportunities for all.

                                                     -Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde , October 1, 2018

Whilst the task of a generation was to bring us an independent nation, clearly the task ahead of our generation today is to deliver freedom to an independent people.

                                                 -Fela Durotoye, October 1, 2018

Independence means freedom to be yourself and to fight for a better tomorrow. Nigeria is our home and it’s up to us to make it what we want.

                                            Damini Ogulu, AKA, Burna Boy, October 1, 2021

Memorable Independence Day quote from Nigeria’s current president.

Some people have said an independent Nigeria should never have come into existence. Some have said that our country would be torn apart. They are forever mistaken. Here, our nation stands and here we shall remain.

                                                               -Bola Tinubu, October 1, 2023

Don’t shoot me, but Tinubu, aka T Pain is still our President and even though we are mad at how bad things have gotten, we will still hear his speech today, willingly or unwillingly-sorry in advance.

Tinubu’s doings and his policies have been choking Nigerians for a long time now. From the banger he released on his first day in office to his sharp jets, the highest inflation rate the country has seen in 28 years, we just can’t keep up.

It seems as if we are in a loop because our Independence Day celebrations in recent history all look the same. Nigerians wished for better times under Buhari and after a hectic general election, we are wishing even harder but hey, it’s a public holiday and you get to spend it how you want; if you want to rock and roll in the First Lady’s legendary asoebi, go ahead. If you want to call out the government on Twitter, you have my full support. If you are not interested in any of these and are looking for options on what to do with this Capitalism-free day, I still got you. Here’s a list of activities and a quiz to help you make up your mind.

In whatever you choose to do today, make sure you eat jollof rice because as our government is not letting us breathe this is the only way we can assert dominance over our Ghanian brothers.
Every year, you send the same “Happy Independence Day Nigeria” wishes. Your customers, friends and foes are starting to get tired of the rinse and repeat you’re doing. You can switch things up a little bit to celebrate Independence Day 2024 and I’ve taken it upon myself to save everybody around you from the same old boring Independence Day messages.

Positive Nigeria Independence Day Wishes
- Happy Independence Day, Nigeria! Today is a celebration of not only our freedom, but also the strength, resilience, and vibrant spirit of every Nigerian. Together, we stand strong in resilience and continue to bring honour to our country.
- It has been 64 years of unity, progress, and hope! As we mark our Independence Day, let’s honour the strength of our diversity, the richness of our culture, and the energetic spirit that characterizes us!
- Happy Independence Day, Naija! Let’s continue to shine, break barriers, and show the world what we are capable of. From our bubbling cities to our deep-rooted traditions, the green-white-green shows no signs of ageing! Here’s to a brighter, better future for all of us!
- Cheers to Nigeria at 64! Today we pay tribute to the aspirations of our past and the promising future ahead. Let’s persist in pushing boundaries, generating opportunities, and standing tall as a nation destined for greatness. Happy Independence Day, my fellow Nigerians!
Nigeria Independence Day Wishes for Businesses
- Cheers to Independence and You, Our OGs! We’d offer you 64% off, but we’ve got something even better – our endless gratitude for keeping us in business! Here’s to more laughs, less stress, and more success together!
- Happy Independence Day To You! Nigeria might be the Giant of Africa but you, dear customer, are the giant behind our success! Cheers to another year of not carrying last!
- 64 Years of Freedom to Serve a Valued Customer Like You! Like Nigeria, you’re resilient and unstoppable, and occasionally cause us ‘small’ stress—but we wouldn’t have it any other way! Here’s to more money, more success, and more happiness!
Realistic Nigeria Independence Day messages
- Happy Independence Day if it’s necessary. I wish you success in your japa exploits.
- Happy Independence Day or happy public holiday, whichever comes first. Choose your “happy” wisely!
- Roses are red, violets are blue. Today is Nigeria’s Independence Day but all I want is to depend on you.
- Happy Independence Day. Please send me ₦200,000 if you’re feeling patriotic.
Now that we’ve gotten the boring Nigeria Independence Day messages out of the way, we need to get rid of your boring Independence Day plans too. Instead of sitting at home doing nothing, why not pretend to be a true patriot by hosting an Independence Day party like Remi Tinubu? If you’re feeling spontaneous, let this quiz determine how you should spend your day. Happy Independence Day, Nigeria (if it’s necessary).
Like everything else that has changed drastically under T-pain’s administration, Independence Day as we know it is changing too. Independence Day 2024 is not going to be just another random public holiday – it’s either going to be a competition of high-flying geles and colourful asoebi or a day full of sweat, steps, and tear gas.

Here’s a list of everything that would likely happen on October 1:

#FearlessInOctober Protest

Might come as a little bit of a surprise if you’re not chronically online but Nigerians have decided to protest against hunger and bad governance for the second time this year, just a few months after the #EndBadGovernance protests ended in violence and questionable arrests.

While the men in Aso Rock are getting ready to celebrate another Independence Day, some Nigerians are planning a “Fearless in October” protest on October 1 which is a subtle way of telling the government that there’s no independence to celebrate under President Tinubu’s leadership. I’m not sure there’s a need to spell it out but the organisers are protesting against the crazy cost of living, insecurity, and a bunch of other issues that have come up since President Tinubu took office.

But the federal government doesn’t seem to be taking the news well. While protesters are throwing subtle jabs, FG is throwing subtle threats by running the narrative that the protests will be hijacked by criminals and turned into riots.

Bayo Onanuga, the president’s special adviser on information and strategy, announced that security agencies are keeping a watchful eye on protest organisers—because nothing says “how dare you challenge T-pain’s authority?” like a little monitoring.

Judging by how quickly things got violent during the #EndBadGovernance protest, with at least 21 deaths and 1,000 questionable arrests, I’m not convinced that the Tinubu-led administration will respect the right of Nigerians to protest.

National owambe

Remi Tinubu must be devastated because it doesn’t seem like her plan to solve the country’s problems with a green-and-white national unity fabric is working out. Nigerians are making plans to protest instead of copping their 6-yards to show up and show out for the national owambe. But who knows? The First Lady is a woman of many talents so the national owambe will likely still hold. Imagine scenes where protesters hit the streets dressed in Mummy T-Pain’s fabric. Talk about a fashion statement!

Nigerians in diaspora doing the most as usual

Nobody celebrates Independence Day like Nigerians living abroad. Prepare to see all the cliches – hideous green white green outfits, X posts with captions like “Celebrating the motherland”, “No place like home” (tell anybody that posts this to come back home if it’s sure for them).

Where will you be on Independence Day 2024?

Personally, I’d have loved to be at the national owambe but seeing as the inflation rate today is the highest we’ve had in 28 years, I can’t exactly afford to buy Remi Tinubu’s fabric. Also, seeing as we have a government that would rather blow billions on fancy presidential jets than prevent tragedies like the Maiduguri flood, I’m not sure I’m in the mood for any type of celebration. I’m leaning more towards the protest direction because the cost of living is killing us. Even if I’m not there physically, I might be on posting and retweeting any #EndBadGovernance post I see. So where will you be on Independence Day? If you need any help deciding, take this quiz to find out.
Last week, the Presidency announced that Remi Tinubu, the First Lady of Nigeria, had come up with the bright idea of having a national unity fabric worn nationwide to celebrate the country’s independence on October 1. This news has caused quite a stir online so I thought I’d add extra context to help Nigerians understand why this isn’t a bad idea.

First of all, it’s important to know that Remi has a thing for sustainability and resourcefulness (I know this because she started her own farm to solve Nigeria’s food insecurity problem), so the idea that this fabric was just a show of insensitivity to Nigerian’s plight is not entirely true.

Now, here are the real reasons why the First Lady came up with this idea:

Reduce tribalism in Nigeria

You might think it’s ironic for someone whose husband centered his entire campaign around tribal differences (with slogans like “Yoruba L’okan,” or “It’s Yoruba’s turn” in English) but should the sins of a man be taken out on his wife?

If the First Lady says she’s trying to unite the country with the national aso-ebi, then allow her.

Bring back corsets/snatched waists

The country has not been the same since women started wearing fewer corset dresses. Some Nigerians may argue that this isn’t a matter of national concern but I disagree and the First Lady disagrees too. I want to see snatched waists and a united Nigeria.

Promote “wear Nigerian” culture

It’s okay when X folks use the hashtag #WearNigerian but it’s not okay when the First Lady does the same? Maybe you’re the problem. In case you didn’t know, a Nigerian designer called Mofinyinfoluwa Bamidele designed the fabric and it’s mass-produced by local manufacturers in Kano and Lagos too.

Start a new culture of celebration

The last time Nigerians went all out to celebrate Independence Day was probably 1960. Wouldn’t it be a shame to have a Yoruba woman as First Lady and not have a national owambe?

Help Nigerian tailors get their bags

The last time your tailor ate good was during the Eid celebrations. There are at least 200,000 pieces of the unity fabric so imagine how happy tailors across the country must be. Still think it’s a bad idea?

Bring back native Friday

Did you ever stop to ask yourself why Nigerians no longer wear native attires to work on Friday? Well, the First Lady has been asking those questions so you wouldn’t have to. 200,000 pieces of fabric are more than enough to restore this culture. With these few points of mine, I hope I’ve been able to confuse and not convince you that the national owambe is exactly what Nigeria needs to feed its 31.8 million citizens who can no longer afford to eat and address the other 1,001 unresolved problems bothering it right now.
Every Independence Day anniversary is a great time to be a Nigerian patriot. It’s a ~~public holiday~~ time to reflect on all the giant strides Nigeria has made in science and technology, power, oil and gas, education, health, security and justice reform, sports, social investment and poverty alleviation.

Nigeria is a land flowing with milk and honey and it deserves to be celebrated for 62 long years of killing it.

As a patriot, here’s a list of things you can do to have a memorable day on October 1st.

Watch Buhari read stuff from a teleprompter

It’s not an Independence Day celebration if the president doesn’t read a boring, pre-recorded speech about the country’s achievements into a camera for Nigerians to watch.

As a patriot, this is the perfect way to start your day because it’s scheduled for 7 a.m. Nothing like a pre-recorded statement from Buhari to kick your patriotic day off to an exciting start.

Sing the national anthem at the top of your voice

When was the last time you sang the national anthem with gusto? The assembly ground in secondary school?

As a patriot, you should be ashamed of yourself if it’s been that long. But don’t be too downcast, because Independence Day is the perfect time to reconnect with your passion.

It’s even more perfect that Buhari’s speech starts and ends with the national anthem. Stand tall and sing the national anthem at the top of your voice. Adele has nothing on you.

Buy some cake

Independence Day is a birthday for the country, which means it’s your second birthday as a patriot, or third birthday if you also live a fake life.

Since the national cake won’t get to you in time, you can get some for yourself. Order a birthday cake from your local baker and binge on it all day in appreciation of a thriving country.

Host an Independence Day party

What’s a celebration without a party? You’re Nigerian after all and every opportunity to throw an owambe party can’t be wasted. Invite your family and friends to a small get-together to eat, drink and talk about how great it is to be Nigerian and how we have the best jollof rice.

Remember not to invite those Nigerians who want to japa and abandon the country because they’re not satisfied with the skyrocketing inflation and unemployment rates.

Flaunt your green-white-green

How else will everyone and their grandparent know you’re a patriot if you don’t show it off? This isn’t the kind of relationship you soft-launch on your Instagram’s “close friends”. The world needs to know you’re committed to this relationship and what better way to do it than to show off your national colours?

This guy gets it

Ask everyone in your family to do the same because teamwork makes the dream work.

Grab a history book or two

As a patriot, it’s important to know one or two things about your country. And since the government is denying you close marking with history in schools, it’s important you seek out knowledge about your beloved country. Maybe you can find one or two disgusting genocides and a pattern of behaviour keeping the country from becoming Wakanda inside these books.

You can read one or two books about Nigerian history before your party so you can kill it when the trivia game starts.

Join a political parade

Elections are coming up and political parades are the new assembly grounds for patriots of like-minds to congregate. You can go online to find which one you want to go to and how that helps you and the people around you make the best choice when Nigerians elect a new set of leaders in 2023.

Random acts of kindness

Nigeria is hard just a little bit and as a patriot, you can’t let this be your country’s domineering narrative. Squeeze urgent ₦2k into as many hands as you can afford.

ALSO READ: What if These Nigerian Politicians Were to Be Your Co-Workers?
Citizen is a column that explains how the government’s policies fucks citizens and how we can unfuck ourselves.

Today, Nigeria turns 60 as an independent nation. But how has the journey really been, especially for people who have been there from the start? We decided to ask a few older people to take us through Nigerian at inception and Nigeria now.

1. Funke, 60/Female

I was born in 1960, in Igbara-Oke, present-day Ondo state. Things were easy back then. Everything went smoothly, and there were no thieves. You could travel from Lagos to Abuja and nobody would waylay you. We didn’t have electricity then, but it didn’t matter.

There were few private schools, and the government fed students. On Independence Day, students would line up and they would be given many souvenirs like pencils, rulers and bottles. If you were resuming school, all you had to take along was your house wear and your pail for fetching water. The rest would be provided by the government. Once you graduated from school, you were guaranteed to get a job.

During the days of Gowon, the economy was going well. If you bought rice for one kobo, you wouldn’t be able to finish it. However, as the population increased, things got harder. Now, how much is rice?

2. Akin, 60/Male

When I was in primary school around 1970, things were not bad like this. There was not much proliferation of private schools and most schools were public and well funded.

On Independence Day like this, all the schools were given free food, rulers, notebooks and many other things that students would take home.

The economy was strong. Our leaders focused on agriculture. The healthcare system was also well funded, especially under the era of the Unity Party of Nigeria headed by Chief Obafemi Awolowo.

On this Independence Day, I just want to tell Nigeria to go back to the regional system. If we go back to the regional system of government, there would be competition among the regions to be better.

3. Emeka, 60/Male

As kids, 2 kobo was enough to feed us. However, things have drastically changed.

With regards to the transport sector, there were the usual danfos, taxis and molue in Lagos state. And the transport fare was like 20 kobo or 50 kobo.

During the days of Muritala Muhammed, if you bought something for ₦20, you couldn’t finish it. However, by the time it got to Abacha’s tenure, things were changing. Still, you cannot compare those days to now. The price of fuel has increased, and it has really changed things. The price of things has become more expensive.

The inter-state journey was much safer back then, too. If you had a fault with your car on the way, you could fix it on the road. However, these days, you cannot travel at night.

Right now, my prayer is that God changes the heart of Nigerian leaders.

4. Elizabeth, 60/Female

When I was born, Nigeria was peaceful. Healthcare was better. You could walk into a government hospital and get a stress-free consultation. The hospital staff did not intimidate patients. They were friendly.

You could rent a house for as low as ₦5. However, nowadays, if you don’t have more than ₦100,000, you cannot get a decent place to live. Transport, food and housing have become very expensive.

My opinion is that Nigeria has not gotten better in 60 years. I want to tell our leaders to have the fear of God and grow genuine love for the people. If they can imbibe these qualities, I think the country will get better.

5. Dele, 60/Male

Growing up, it was on one of Nigeria’s Independence Days that I drank Coke. It was so big I couldn’t finish it. That day was such a happy day for me and my friends.

However, things have drastically changed. In Divisional Teacher’s College, Oye-Ekiti where I attended, we were paid ₦80 naira, even as students. School fees were ₦50, and it was subsidised. We had good meals because there was adequate feeding for students.

On this occasion of Nigeria’s independence, my advice for the government is that they allow themselves to feel embarrassed. They should look at how things were before and how things are running in other countries and do the needful. The government must try to make Nigeria better.

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As Nigeria marks her 60th Independence Anniversary today, there are common questions on the lips of millions of Nigerians at home and abroad – “What do we have to celebrate?”, “’What do we have to be proud of, after 60 years of independence from colonial rule?”

It is undeniable – the frustrations are enormous, the disappointments, heart wrenching. To make matters worse, the impact of the global Covid-19 outbreak seems to have upset Nigeria’s delicate progress, setting us back significantly.

However, despite the obvious hindrances, there’s one thing that is equally as obvious and just as undeniable – the resilient, unrelenting, entrepreneurial spirit that is associated with the typical Nigerian. Some call it “the hustling spirit”.

And so today, as Nigeria marks this milestone, we at Union Bank choose to celebrate YOU. We celebrate our customers, employees, and all Nigerians, who, despite all the frustrations and limitations, get up each day and continue to give their best; to push and believe that tomorrow will be better than today.

As we salute you today, we also encourage you to contribute your quota in building a better Nigeria for ourselves and generations to come. Let’s continue to do our part, and #TogetherWeRise.

This season, we’re also giving you the opportunity to celebrate that friend or family member who never gives up, no matter the obstacles. Visit celebratenigerians.com, insert their details, and we will celebrate them on our ‘Nigeria Wall of Fame’.

Also, as part of our month-long celebrations, Union Bank customers can look forward to an exciting line up of cashback rewards and other offers. Follow Union Bank on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for more details on the Independence Campaign.

Happy Independence Day, Nigerians! We celebrate YOU!
October 1st is Nigeria’s Independence day. Yay! We celebrated her 59th yesterday. Gurrrrl, you’re getting old! Who would have thunk it? You’ve survived without colonial rule for this long? Wow, you deserve some accolades babe!

Well, many Nigerians are saying there isn’t much to celebrate. Do we consider the heightened insecurity issues this year? Or the constant kidnappings? Or maybe the increase in food prices? The bad infrastructure, depreciating amenities, sorry state of institutions or the huge unemployment problems? If I think of how Nigeria handled the xenophobic attacks to her citizens in South Africa I can’t help but be saddened.

Apparently, I’m not alone in my thoughts. Some Nigerians also aired their grievances with our ol’ gal on social media;

Dear Rhoda, I really wonder myself. If this is independence then I don’t want again. Even countries which our dearest Nigeria helped to gain independence are now so far ahead. Isn’t this a case of the white hen doesn’t reckon that it’s old (adiye funfun o mo ara re lagba)?

Meanwhile, remember when President Buhari made pledges to climate change when asked the youth question at the 74th United Nation General Assembly? Well, Nigeria needs that climate change like yesterday! What with the potholes that causes traffic which leads to serious air pollution; there’s also the oil spills to think of. How about the constant flooding?

https://www.instagram.com/p/B3E2fzeHiFx/?igshid=1ot68rhieykyn

However, Falz, Nigerian artiste, gives Nigerians a message of hope while stating that there’s nothing presently to be joyous about in Nigeria…

https://www.instagram.com/p/B3E-_lEBg7M/?igshid=ogb8j92dhnnf

Akah Nnani, Nigerian actor and media personality, is even more disgruntled about the sorry case called Nigeria…

But, you know there are some people that never say die because, what is dead may never die. So, some compatriots were very enthusiastic in their spoken word delivery. Honestly, I thought some of those spoken word videos making the rounds yesterday were just pure bullshit; except this…

https://www.instagram.com/tv/B3EdaeUlDBR/?igshid=2gjci7aug8f0

Anyway, right now I’m sitting in four hours worth of snail pace traffic while writing this, so yeah, happy Independence day Nigeria. You’ve made your citizens oh so proud! You’ve also come a long way from your only problem being how to spend money to almost putting your children in penury; if not for their resilience!