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Looking at the current political landscape, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appears positioned for a landslide victory, not necessarily because Nigerians are fully satisfied, but because the opposition still looks fragmented, disorganized, and unable to build a strong united coalition capable of challenging the ruling structure.

Beyond party politics, there are deeper issues many Nigerians quietly talk about every day:
Corruption.
Elite capture.
Ethnic dominance.
Suppression of minorities.
Weaponization of poverty.
Weak institutions.

Many citizens now seem psychologically exhausted and politically defeated. A lot of people no longer believe elections can truly reflect the will of the people. To some Nigerians, it feels like the country has reached a point where citizens either:

Vote peacefully and voluntarily for Tinubu,
OR
Watch victory forced through the familiar cycle of intimidation, vote buying, snatching and manipulation.

This is not even about supporting or hating one man anymore.
It is about whether Nigerians still believe the system can produce genuine democratic change.

But maybe I am wrong.

What do YOU honestly think?

• Can the opposition still unite before 2027?
• Do Nigerians still believe their votes truly count?
• Is Tinubu genuinely unbeatable politically?
• Are Nigerians adapting to hardship or simply surrendering to it?
• What must change before elections can truly reflect the people’s will?

WizardOfNG:
Lol. Some of you guys are amusing with how you believe others can't work out your rudimentary mischief.

Is that not you below conclusively showing prejudice against Tinubu? You now demand I show you examples of solutions Tinubu has delivered?

Try your luck with other posters.

Anything wrong in highlighting the solutions the Tinubu government has delivered since the assumption of office?

At least, let people who can't see be informed.

Has the present government shown any seriousness in solving the problems of this country?...at least in areas i highlighted when you asked me for the way forward.

truthera:
You are right about the dire state of Nigeria but the only issue with your submission is your belief that things will get better under "One Nigeria"..... The systemic rot, exacerbated by bad leadership can only truly be curtailed when Nigeria is totally decentralized under a new people backed constitution or dissolved to pave the way for regional smaller countries. You said it yourself, many people uphold their tribal and religious agendas when it comes to national issues. The northern fulani conquerors won't support any national leader who won't protect their bloody expansionist Islamic sharia agenda. The south west yoruba man won't support an igbo national leader who may want to liberalize Lagos state as a non-ethnic owned commercial state, same applies to the south east igbo man who doesn't want to stay in the same country with Fulanis and some other tribes. You can see that no genuine progress or unity can be made under an atmosphere of systemic betrayal, subjugation and injustice which is what Nigeria represents. For any progress to be made, Nigeria in it's current form has to end. It is only when the majority come to this realization and demand for their freedom through a referendum can Nigerians make genuine lasting progress....

Historically, countries facing deep internal divisions have usually moved in one of three directions:

Centralized control continues: The Center tries to preserve unity through stronger federal authority, which often lead to recurring instability if grievances remain unresolved.

Radical decentralization or restructuring: Regions gain far more autonomy over security, resources, taxation, and governance while remaining one country.

Peaceful separation: Splitting after prolonged political deadlock. However, successful separations usually require broad consensus, legal frameworks, economic planning, and nonviolent negotiation. Without those, fragmentation can trigger prolonged conflict, displacement, or economic collapse.

If we all agree that we need to put an end to "One Nigeria", which of these three path do you think will be easy to take? Do you think the political jobbers, our oppressors will let go without any radicalization?

Your emphasis on referendum and popular consent aligns with the principle that political legitimacy should come from the people rather than forced unity. The critical issue is ensuring that any push for restructuring or self-determination remains democratic, lawful, and nonviolent, because once violence overtakes political reform, ordinary citizens usually suffer the most.

WizardOfNG:
Tell us the way forward then. Suggest solutions for our major problems.

Nigeria’s crisis is not just political, it’s a value problem. A society that glorifies money without questioning its source creates leaders who buy loyalty instead of earning trust. Poverty and survival have made people accept short-term gains over long-term accountability, while integrity and competence are sidelined.

Moral leadership must emphasize accountability over donations. We must teach that prosperity without integrity is failure, not success. We need a systemic change. Society rewards outcomes (money, status) more than process (honesty, effort)

As 2027 approaches, real change will not come from new faces alone, but from new values, where truth matters more than tribe, integrity more than wealth, and accountability more than personal benefit.
Until Nigerians stop worshipping money and start questioning it, the cycle of bad leadership will continue.

Survival doesn’t erase awareness, it distorts incentives. Many Nigerians know when leadership is failing. The issue isn’t always ignorance; it’s trade-offs. When someone is choosing between principle and feeding their family, short-term survival often wins. That’s not moral failure, it’s economic pressure shaping behavior.

We must put an end to a systems that don’t punish bad behavior. We need Stronger institutions: Laws, courts, electoral systems that function regardless of who is in power. Economic stability reduces manipulation. When people aren’t desperate, they’re harder to buy with rice or cash.

As individuals, we should strive to stop vote buying. Religious and traditional leaders must publicly reject inducements. We young Nigerians should join political parties early (not just during elections), Influence candidate selection at the primary level. Support credible local candidates, not just presidential figures.

As for 2027, here is the kind of president we need:

1.A system builder, not messair. Not someone who promises to fix everything but one who have policies that would strengthen institutions. It's weak systems that allow bad behavior to thrive.

2. Someone that is economically competent. A president who understands inflation, jobs, debts and productivity. Example, tough decisions like subsidy removal should come with clear plans and transparency.

3. A president that is free from Godfatherism and money politics. Can make decisions without paying back hidden debts. Many pas Presidents have ideas too but can't across path with power interests.

4. Someone that is courageous but accountable. Can take tough decisions and also accept scrutiny, criticism and transparency.

5. President that is unifying without exploiting tribe or religion. Personally deciplined. Lives by clear ethical standards and doesn't openly glorify corruption and excesses.

Parachoko:
So whho's your Candidate?

This isn't about who is my candidate. I am highlighting the systemic failure in our society. And how we are experiencing an internal neocolonialism.

Our present situation is somehow preprogrammed. And it seems like we all have been defeated.

Talking about candidates, we need someone who isn't a comformist. Who will do things differently. Our systems, values have failed woefully. Obviously, we can't continue to do things the same way and expect different result.

One of the most painful realities in Nigeria today is not just bad leadership, it is how many citizens now defend, celebrate, and even worship the same systems and individuals responsible for their suffering.

This did not happen overnight, it is the result of decades of psychological conditioning, economic hardship, institutional failure, and survival-based thinking. Many Nigerians are no longer fighting for justice. They are simply trying to survive. And when survival becomes the priority, people begin to adapt to oppression instead of resisting it.

Poverty has been weaponized so effectively that basic necessities are now treated like favors from politicians rather than rights of citizens. A bag of rice, temporary cash gifts, or political appointments suddenly become enough to buy loyalty and silence criticism.

At the same time, education has been deliberately weakened. An enlightened population asks questions, demands accountability, and challenges corruption. But a struggling and poorly informed society is easier to manipulate emotionally, tribally, and religiously.
This is why tribal and religious sentiments are constantly used to justify incompetence and defend failure.

Instead of asking:
“Is this leader effective?”
People ask:
“Is he from my tribe?”
“Does he attend my church or mosque?”
“Can I benefit from him personally?”

Survival has replaced ideology.

Many people no longer support leaders because they believe in vision or competence. They support whoever can provide temporary protection, connection, or crumbs from power.

Meanwhile, meritocracy continues to die. Hard work, intelligence, and honesty are increasingly ignored, while corruption, manipulation, and political loyalty are rewarded. Justice itself is often manipulated to protect the powerful while intimidating the weak.

Public institutions that should defend the people are weakened and undermined. Security agencies that should protect citizens are sometimes used for personal intimidation and suppression of opposition.

Over time, people begin to normalize injustice. They start praising those who oppress them because they believe resistance is hopeless or dangerous. And slowly, society loses its moral direction.

Today:
Lies are accepted as truth.
Jealousy is seen as strength.
Praise is often given to those who cause pain.

Sadly, the fight is no longer for justice or freedom. It is often just a fight to replace those currently in power. And once many get there, they repeat the exact same oppression they once complained about. That is the cycle destroying Nigeria.

True change will only begin when Nigerians stop glorifying oppression, stop defending failure because of tribe or religion, and stop repeating the same destructive patterns. A nation cannot heal when victims become future oppressors.

The real revolution starts when truth matters more than loyalty, competence matters more than connections, and justice matters more than personal gain.

Only then can Nigeria truly move forward.

happney65:
Dey play. An ordinary Ibadan North LG in conjunction with the state government will dethrone the olubadan and nothing will happen.

The same with other kings Nationwide.

However the Ibadan kingship process is unique and it gives no room for rancour. But it doesn't say if the government wants to remove a king they can't do so

Just saying bro

Again, you need more know about the Ibadan kingship system. Except the stool will be left vacant, no one among the Olubadan in council can become Olubadan when Ladoja is still alive.

Softmirror:
What I meant was by poke nosing into politics. Mind you, he got the approval of the state governor and almost all those who have been in the position are not seasoned politicians. There is a first in everything, it will only come as a surprise.

The state Governor's approval is just a mere formality as the ascension to the throne of Olubadan is uniquely merit-based, deeply hierarchical, and built on a centuries-old military and civil chieftaincy ladder. No appointment whatsoever is involved. Either the sitting Governor likes the next in line or not...he must approve his installation.

Except the throne will be left empty, the Governor can not appoint another Olubadan while Ladoja is alive.

Softmirror:
Ladoja may end up becoming like Sanusi Lamido Sanusi.

No Government, Governor or President can dethrone the Olubadan, No government appointment him. Only death can take him away from that throne. This emphasize how strong, powerful and unique the kingship system in Ibadan is.

Many people are not familiar with the stereotypes in our academia. You won't understand until you get in. With your background. You are a mechanical engineer in Nigerian academic environment and not a mathematician. Even the fluid Mechanics you specialized in is an option under mechanical engineering. You will never be regarded as a mathematician as applied mathematics is limited when compared to all aspects of pure mathematics (data science/financial mathematics, statistics, actuaries, mathematical modelling, Numerical/Complex analysis, programming etc) . With your specialization, they see you more like a mathematical physicist .

Don't get me wrong, I am not saying you're not a mathematician and can't lecture any mathematics course. In fact, you will be taught almost all aspects of mathematics while study mechanical engineering at your first degree. It is just what it is in Nigeria.

In Nigerian academia, your first degree matters a lot and will determine how you are regarded/treated. It's easier for someone who studied mathematics or physics to switch to engineering because they believe the Engineering PGD will remedy the deficiencies before the person enroll for masters.

You are better off applying in mechanical engineering departments.

Did you make any mistake? No . That is just the situation.

PS: I studied Mechanical Engineering too.

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