Politics › Re: Akwa Ibom Governor, Pastor Umo Eno Having Nice Time With His Family (Video) by favour32(m): 12:43pm On Jun 02, 2025 |
Why that man dey congratulate am because him wife died? Nothing wey you no go see for this country. |
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Politics › Re: Reno Omokri Shares Video Evidence Debunking Natasha Akpoti’s Sexual Harassment by favour32(m): 11:00am On Jun 02, 2025 |
Omo d monkéy, wey pastor and Uduaghan don settle with huge amount of money,still dey bring out head, wey matter nor consign you again. |
Politics › Re: Workplace Bribery: Reps Weigh Seven-Year Jail Term For Offenders by favour32(m): 12:12am On Jun 02, 2025 |
Dome like structure of national assembly is something else. That structure is related to mosque. What do you think? |
Politics › Re: Lockdown: Edo Sanitation Task Force Beats Pregnant Woman, Others To Pulp by favour32(m): 1:40pm On Jun 01, 2025 |
When a man,in his life, never thought of being a P.A to rich business man becomes a governor of a state. What do you think? Power drunk! |
Politics › Re: Be Patient With Me, Tinubu Begs Nigerians by favour32(m): 7:41am On Jun 01, 2025 |
bcomputer101: From Hunger to Hope: Reflecting on Nigeria’s Journey Since “Ebi n Pawa”
“Ebi n pawa!” That expression — “We are hungry” — wasn’t just a complaint two years ago. It was a cry from the soul of a nation. It echoed from Lagos to Kano, Port Harcourt to Maiduguri. You didn’t need a microphone to hear it; it was in the faces of mothers at the market, fathers at the bus stop, young men on the streets, and children waiting for meals that never came. It became the anthem of pain, the chorus of a people grappling with the shock of sweeping reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in his very first week in office.
Nigeria was in turmoil, not because the policies were necessarily wrong, but because their timing hit a society already living on the edge. So the question we now face — two years later — is both urgent and fair: Are we still that hungry?
Back in May 2023, when Tinubu took the reins of power, the foundation of the Nigerian economy was cracked. No, not cracked — shattered. The nation was drowning in debt, most of it incurred not for building railways or factories, but for paying salaries, maintaining a fuel subsidy that lined the pockets of the rich, and defending an artificial exchange rate that stifled growth.
What the new president inherited was more than a moribund economy; it was a ticking time bomb. Oil had already been sold forward, meaning Nigeria was effectively broke. There was no money coming in from crude exports — our primary source of income — because it had been mortgaged in advance.
The previous administration of Buhari had quietly printed money, devaluing the naira without the courtesy of telling the public. But Tinubu couldn’t cry foul too loudly — some of those who caused this mess were his political allies.
He could have chosen the path of least resistance, the usual Nigerian way: kick the can down the road and pretend everything was fine. But he didn’t. In one of the boldest opening acts in Nigerian political history, he removed the fuel subsidy.
Suddenly, the price of fuel tripled. Transporters raised fares. Traders hiked prices. Even sachet water vendors felt the pinch. The people who were already struggling now felt like they were suffocating. The frustration was real, and so was the anger. Social media went ablaze. Protests flared. Opposition voices got louder. “Ebi n pawa!” they cried — and rightly so.
But that wasn’t the end of the storm. Next came the unification of the exchange rate. Nigeria had operated a dual-rate system for years, one for the privileged few who accessed dollars at official rates, and another for the rest of us who scrambled for forex in the black market. It was a system ripe for corruption, creating billionaires overnight while choking real businesses.
By merging the rates, Tinubu wiped away a major incentive for fraud. It wasn’t smooth — it never is. The naira plunged. The cost of imported goods spiked. But this was the price of honesty, of facing the truth about how things really were.
So, yes, we were hungry. But that hunger wasn’t just about food. It was about the pain that comes with correction — the sting of necessary surgery. The old system was bleeding us dry, and for once, someone decided to stitch the wound instead of just covering it up with another bandage.
Fast forward two years, and the picture is beginning to shift. No, it’s not yet paradise. Inflation is still biting. Prices of rice and garri still bring tears to the eyes. But compared to the chaos of 2023, we’re not where we used to be. Take a closer look — not with emotions, but with the eyes of understanding — and the signs of progress become clear.
Today, Nigeria has exited the IMF debtors’ list. That’s not just a statistic — it’s proof that we are no longer borrowing just to survive. The Tinubu administration cleared a $1.61 billion debt and restored Nigeria’s credibility on the global stage. Foreign investors are watching, and they’re starting to return. The stock market is booming. When he took over, the All Share Index stood at 55,738 points. Now, it’s over 103,000. Market capitalization has crossed ₦63 trillion. That’s not magic — it’s investor confidence fueled by clearer, bolder policies.
And what about infrastructure? The fuel subsidy money is no longer going into the pockets of oil marketers. It's now being used to build things we can see — roads, rail lines, and power projects that matter to everyday life. The Renewed Hope Infrastructure Fund is not just a slogan; it’s real. The foundations are being laid for a stronger, more connected Nigeria.
Tinubu's federal government has embark on major road construction and rehabilitation projects across all geopolitical zones, from the Abuja- Kaduna-Zaria-Kano Dual Carriageway, the 9th Mile-Oturkpo-Makurdi Road, the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, Abuja-Lokoja-Benin Road, Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, Oyo-OgbomosoRoad, Sokoto-Badagry Road, Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway, Second Niger Bridge Access Road to Bodo-Bonny Road among hundreds of ongoing road projects across the country.
Let’s talk food. Yes, hunger still exists. But the grip of the grain cartels — those faceless hoarders who manipulated scarcity for profit — has been broken. When the price of rice soared beyond ₦100,000, Tinubu’s team didn’t just watch. They acted. Tariffs on food imports were suspended. Mechanized farming equipment was imported from the US, Brazil, and Belarus. Local farmers received incentives.
Gradually, food production is rising. The goal is clear: Nigeria must feed itself. The youth have not been left out. From the Skill-Up Artisans Programme to the National Youth Talent Export initiative, young Nigerians are being prepared to compete globally.
NYSC members now earn ₦77,000, up from ₦33,000. That’s not just a raise — it’s dignity restored. And for those struggling with tuition, the Student Loan Scheme now offers real hope. No one should drop out because they can’t afford fees, and that’s the message this administration is sending.
Even the average Nigerian can now dream of owning appliances or even a car through the Consumer Credit Corporation. Over ₦200 billion has been set aside so that ordinary citizens can buy goods and pay over time. For a country where “cash and carry” was once the only way, this is revolutionary.
Security is still a challenge, yes, but there’s movement. The military has been better equipped. Inter-agency coordination has improved. Kidnappings haven’t disappeared, but many sleeper cells have been dismantled. The approach is shifting — not just guns, but intelligence and strategy. Revenue?
In just six months of 2024, government revenue rose by ₦9.1 trillion. That’s more than double what we had in the same period the year before. And for the first time, all three levels of government — federal, state, and local — are receiving steady, increased allocations. That means more power to the grassroots, where change is most visible.
Wages have gone up too. The new national minimum wage stands at ₦70,000. Not everyone in the informal sector is feeling it yet, but it's a signal — that this government recognizes the dignity of labor and is ready to walk the talk.
Still, let’s not pretend that all is well. Many Nigerians are tired. The pain of the past two years is real. Prices are still high. The naira still needs more stability. And the wounds from the fuel subsidy removal are still fresh in many homes.
But transformation is never painless. It comes with dislocation. It requires sacrifice. And it demands patience. What Nigeria is undergoing is not just reform — it’s a full-blown economic reset. We’ve moved from illusion to reality, from quick fixes to long-term solutions. It hurts now, but it heals later.
And so we return to that haunting slogan: “Ebi n pawa.” Are we still hungry? Not in the same way. We are no longer hungry because of hopelessness; we are hungry because we are in transition. We are adjusting. We are healing. And we are learning to live in a system that finally tells the truth.
The hunger of 2023 was panic — confusion in the face of sudden change. The hunger of 2025 is different. It is the hunger of a nation finding its feet, discovering its strength, and realizing that growth is a process. But processes need time. Buildings need completion. Foundations need walls and roofs. We cannot afford to abandon the journey at halftime. President Tinubu has started something bold — something rare in our history. He didn’t play to the gallery. He played for the future. Now that we see the first fruits, do we go back to the same policies that brought us to the brink? Or do we press on?
Let’s be honest with ourselves: for any meaningful reform to succeed, continuity is key. Interrupting this process in 2027 would be like removing a doctor halfway through surgery and expecting a miracle. Nigeria cannot afford to go back to subsidy games, dual exchange rates, and lazy borrowing. The path is tough, yes. But it’s also clear. And with Tinubu at the wheel, the destination is visible.
So, no — we are not as hungry as we were. We are still hungry, but now with hope, with direction, and with purpose. We are no longer lost. We are no longer blind. We know where we’re going. And if we truly want to see the end of this hunger — not just a temporary fix but a lasting solution — then we must let this government finish what it started.
Come 2027, we must not change direction for the sake of change. We must hold on to the one leadership bold enough to break the old and build the new. Because what Nigeria needs is not just another election — what it needs is consistency, courage, and continuity. Copy and paste! Una go kpai and rotten with lies one day! People in the streets,on the roads know the truth about Tinubu government. |
Politics › Re: Death Of Cop, CSP Ekene Nwosu Sparks Wild Testimonies In Akwa Ibom (Photos) by favour32(m): 7:33am On Jun 01, 2025 |
Live well o! This man na Satan brother. Look dey many people dey confirm say e wicked die!
Tinubu government bad o!
Many families na survival mode them dey since come on board. |
Politics › Re: Tinubu Destroyed Everything He Met On Ground Within Two Years – Peter Ameh by favour32(m): 6:19am On Jun 01, 2025 |
bcomputer101: I pray this government should. It's as if you don't understand the damage previous government has done to Nigeria.
From Hunger to Hope: Reflecting on Nigeria’s Journey Since “Ebi n Pawa”
“Ebi n pawa!” That expression — “We are hungry” — wasn’t just a complaint two years ago. It was a cry from the soul of a nation. It echoed from Lagos to Kano, Port Harcourt to Maiduguri. You didn’t need a microphone to hear it; it was in the faces of mothers at the market, fathers at the bus stop, young men on the streets, and children waiting for meals that never came. It became the anthem of pain, the chorus of a people grappling with the shock of sweeping reforms introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in his very first week in office.
Nigeria was in turmoil, not because the policies were necessarily wrong, but because their timing hit a society already living on the edge. So the question we now face — two years later — is both urgent and fair: Are we still that hungry?
Back in May 2023, when Tinubu took the reins of power, the foundation of the Nigerian economy was cracked. No, not cracked — shattered. The nation was drowning in debt, most of it incurred not for building railways or factories, but for paying salaries, maintaining a fuel subsidy that lined the pockets of the rich, and defending an artificial exchange rate that stifled growth.
What the new president inherited was more than a moribund economy; it was a ticking time bomb. Oil had already been sold forward, meaning Nigeria was effectively broke. There was no money coming in from crude exports — our primary source of income — because it had been mortgaged in advance.
The previous administration of Buhari had quietly printed money, devaluing the naira without the courtesy of telling the public. But Tinubu couldn’t cry foul too loudly — some of those who caused this mess were his political allies.
He could have chosen the path of least resistance, the usual Nigerian way: kick the can down the road and pretend everything was fine. But he didn’t. In one of the boldest opening acts in Nigerian political history, he removed the fuel subsidy.
Suddenly, the price of fuel tripled. Transporters raised fares. Traders hiked prices. Even sachet water vendors felt the pinch. The people who were already struggling now felt like they were suffocating. The frustration was real, and so was the anger. Social media went ablaze. Protests flared. Opposition voices got louder. “Ebi n pawa!” they cried — and rightly so.
But that wasn’t the end of the storm. Next came the unification of the exchange rate. Nigeria had operated a dual-rate system for years, one for the privileged few who accessed dollars at official rates, and another for the rest of us who scrambled for forex in the black market. It was a system ripe for corruption, creating billionaires overnight while choking real businesses.
By merging the rates, Tinubu wiped away a major incentive for fraud. It wasn’t smooth — it never is. The naira plunged. The cost of imported goods spiked. But this was the price of honesty, of facing the truth about how things really were.
So, yes, we were hungry. But that hunger wasn’t just about food. It was about the pain that comes with correction — the sting of necessary surgery. The old system was bleeding us dry, and for once, someone decided to stitch the wound instead of just covering it up with another bandage.
Fast forward two years, and the picture is beginning to shift. No, it’s not yet paradise. Inflation is still biting. Prices of rice and garri still bring tears to the eyes. But compared to the chaos of 2023, we’re not where we used to be. Take a closer look — not with emotions, but with the eyes of understanding — and the signs of progress become clear.
Today, Nigeria has exited the IMF debtors’ list. That’s not just a statistic — it’s proof that we are no longer borrowing just to survive. The Tinubu administration cleared a $1.61 billion debt and restored Nigeria’s credibility on the global stage. Foreign investors are watching, and they’re starting to return. The stock market is booming. When he took over, the All Share Index stood at 55,738 points. Now, it’s over 103,000. Market capitalization has crossed ₦63 trillion. That’s not magic — it’s investor confidence fueled by clearer, bolder policies.
And what about infrastructure? The fuel subsidy money is no longer going into the pockets of oil marketers. It's now being used to build things we can see — roads, rail lines, and power projects that matter to everyday life. The Renewed Hope Infrastructure Fund is not just a slogan; it’s real. The foundations are being laid for a stronger, more connected Nigeria.
Tinubu's federal government has embark on major road construction and rehabilitation projects across all geopolitical zones, from the Abuja- Kaduna-Zaria-Kano Dual Carriageway, the 9th Mile-Oturkpo-Makurdi Road, the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, Abuja-Lokoja-Benin Road, Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, Oyo-OgbomosoRoad, Sokoto-Badagry Road, Enugu-Port Harcourt Expressway, Second Niger Bridge Access Road to Bodo-Bonny Road among hundreds of ongoing road projects across the country.
Let’s talk food. Yes, hunger still exists. But the grip of the grain cartels — those faceless hoarders who manipulated scarcity for profit — has been broken. When the price of rice soared beyond ₦100,000, Tinubu’s team didn’t just watch. They acted. Tariffs on food imports were suspended. Mechanized farming equipment was imported from the US, Brazil, and Belarus. Local farmers received incentives.
Gradually, food production is rising. The goal is clear: Nigeria must feed itself. The youth have not been left out. From the Skill-Up Artisans Programme to the National Youth Talent Export initiative, young Nigerians are being prepared to compete globally.
NYSC members now earn ₦77,000, up from ₦33,000. That’s not just a raise — it’s dignity restored. And for those struggling with tuition, the Student Loan Scheme now offers real hope. No one should drop out because they can’t afford fees, and that’s the message this administration is sending.
Even the average Nigerian can now dream of owning appliances or even a car through the Consumer Credit Corporation. Over ₦200 billion has been set aside so that ordinary citizens can buy goods and pay over time. For a country where “cash and carry” was once the only way, this is revolutionary.
Security is still a challenge, yes, but there’s movement. The military has been better equipped. Inter-agency coordination has improved. Kidnappings haven’t disappeared, but many sleeper cells have been dismantled. The approach is shifting — not just guns, but intelligence and strategy. Revenue?
In just six months of 2024, government revenue rose by ₦9.1 trillion. That’s more than double what we had in the same period the year before. And for the first time, all three levels of government — federal, state, and local — are receiving steady, increased allocations. That means more power to the grassroots, where change is most visible.
Wages have gone up too. The new national minimum wage stands at ₦70,000. Not everyone in the informal sector is feeling it yet, but it's a signal — that this government recognizes the dignity of labor and is ready to walk the talk.
Still, let’s not pretend that all is well. Many Nigerians are tired. The pain of the past two years is real. Prices are still high. The naira still needs more stability. And the wounds from the fuel subsidy removal are still fresh in many homes.
But transformation is never painless. It comes with dislocation. It requires sacrifice. And it demands patience. What Nigeria is undergoing is not just reform — it’s a full-blown economic reset. We’ve moved from illusion to reality, from quick fixes to long-term solutions. It hurts now, but it heals later.
And so we return to that haunting slogan: “Ebi n pawa.” Are we still hungry? Not in the same way. We are no longer hungry because of hopelessness; we are hungry because we are in transition. We are adjusting. We are healing. And we are learning to live in a system that finally tells the truth.
The hunger of 2023 was panic — confusion in the face of sudden change. The hunger of 2025 is different. It is the hunger of a nation finding its feet, discovering its strength, and realizing that growth is a process. But processes need time. Buildings need completion. Foundations need walls and roofs. We cannot afford to abandon the journey at halftime. President Tinubu has started something bold — something rare in our history. He didn’t play to the gallery. He played for the future. Now that we see the first fruits, do we go back to the same policies that brought us to the brink? Or do we press on?
Let’s be honest with ourselves: for any meaningful reform to succeed, continuity is key. Interrupting this process in 2027 would be like removing a doctor halfway through surgery and expecting a miracle. Nigeria cannot afford to go back to subsidy games, dual exchange rates, and lazy borrowing. The path is tough, yes. But it’s also clear. And with Tinubu at the wheel, the destination is visible.
So, no — we are not as hungry as we were. We are still hungry, but now with hope, with direction, and with purpose. We are no longer lost. We are no longer blind. We know where we’re going. And if we truly want to see the end of this hunger — not just a temporary fix but a lasting solution — then we must let this government finish what it started.
Come 2027, we must not change direction for the sake of change. We must hold on to the one leadership bold enough to break the old and build the new. Because what Nigeria needs is not just another election — what it needs is consistency, courage, and continuity. Na ya stomach survival you dey work hard for. Common people wey dey street know the truth. |
Politics › Re: Tinubu Destroyed Everything He Met On Ground Within Two Years – Peter Ameh by favour32(m): 6:14am On Jun 01, 2025 |
Sirianese: The dogs of slavery will soon be here to start barking in support of their master Na animals in the form of y and h initials and their z@mbie like. |
Romance › Re: Why Is It That Relationship In Nigeria Is Always All About Her by favour32(m): 8:51pm On May 31, 2025*. Modified: 7:47pm On Jun 01, 2025 |
A man loves. A woman don't love but only has self interest in a man of value. |
Politics › Re: Crisis Brews In Edo As Okpebholo Defies Court Rulings On Sanitation Lockdown by favour32(m): 8:35pm On May 31, 2025 |
The so called governor, doesn't know the meaning of constitution.
This is what you get when, an academically deficient person is made a governor through manipulation of electoral result. |
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Crime › Re: Enugu Ritualist: I Still Can’t Believe It- Uche Kingsley (Uche Agumba), You Too? by favour32(m): 2:15pm On May 30, 2025 |
From time immemorial, persons have been caught living double life. You wey get single life without crime or ritual, thank God and manage your situation. All that glitters is not gold 🪙🥇
When you unearth,so many people secret eh....
you go fear fear. |
Foreign Affairs › Re: After 114 Days, Elon Musk Is Officially Leaving The White House by favour32(m): 10:48am On May 30, 2025 |
Aaronsrod: Plz use discernment.
How can God ever live Heaven?
Elon Musk is saving South Africa.
Donald Trump is saving America.
The two of them are like John the Baptist and his cousin Jesus Christ.
Together they are saving the world in the name of the Most High God Yahweh. If na Moslem matter you talk this physically,dem for don remove ya head. |
Crime › Re: Native Doctor Levi Onyeka Obu, Arrested While Fleeing Nigeria by favour32(m): 2:44pm On May 29, 2025 |
Watch his social media handle. That's why many things are hidden behind the scene. Social media life is mostly virtual.
Wickedness! |
Science/Technology › Re: Giant Elephant Seal Enters South African Town, Crashes Car - PICTURES by favour32(m): 2:32pm On May 29, 2025 |
If na Nigeria, different people soups and stews for full with the seal dissected body parts.😁😁😁😁 |
Romance › Re: A Month Later I Still Can't get her Off My Head. by favour32(m): 12:03pm On May 29, 2025 |
What made you left her is understandable. I don't subscribe to any lady that is happy in piercing her nose or leg chain. If she can move on as freedom, why cant you? |
Romance › Re: A Month Later I Still Can't get her Off My Head. by favour32(m): 11:58am On May 29, 2025 |
Brimstone77: ...
I have tried to. Time will heal you.Dont be in a hurry. Some guys have gone through what you presently going through and came stronger. You will get another no in time but don't take regret or bitterness along. |
Romance › Re: This Is How Yahoo Yahoo Started!!! by favour32(m): 8:02am On May 29, 2025 |
Na Fred Ajudua,chief Ebube Dike and others, nai be the pioneer of yahoo (419) for Nigeria. |
Travel › Re: Billboard Collapses On Tricycles In Aba During Rainfall, Many Trapped (Video) by favour32(m): 7:53am On May 29, 2025 |
yarimo: The environment is looking very dirty  You nor get anywhere you fit claim say nai you come from, as na OS born you. |
Romance › Re: A Month Later I Still Can't get her Off My Head. by favour32(m): 7:06am On May 29, 2025 |
Fill that vacuum with something else. You won't miss her. |
Literature › Re: James Ngugi Wa Thiong'o Dies At 87 by favour32(m): 9:22pm On May 28, 2025 |
Rest in peace Ngugi!
Weep not child!
This generation won't understand. |
Career › Re: Industrial Machine Kills Employee In Ogun Factory by favour32(m): 9:18am On May 28, 2025 |
Safety measures are not strictly monitored in this country. Why? |
Politics › Re: Bad Economy: "Nigerians like Free Money, not Used To Working Hard" - Orji Kalu by favour32(m): 5:26am On May 28, 2025 |
Nothing dey this man head. |
Politics › Re: No Safe Haven For Corruption In Nigeria - Tinubu Pledges by favour32(m): 9:21pm On May 27, 2025 |
Go tell... **Banks wey dey kolobi person money through frivolous charges. **EFCC wey know wetin dey. **NAFDAC wey dey kolobi 700K per head fine as over 1000 people don pay as if na court e be. **NEPA wey kolobi people money through estimated bills. **Police wey dey kolobi through roja. **Inec wey kolobi people vote come arrange am to their taste.
How many we go talk? |
Politics › Re: NAFDAC Denies Extortion At Onitsha Market, Says Fine Was Imposed by favour32(m): 9:02pm On May 27, 2025 |
NAFDAC na thief o! |
Politics › Re: Coalition: Atiku Draws Battle Line With PDP Govs, Ignored Osun Gov During Visit by favour32(m): 2:36pm On May 27, 2025 |
If Atiku becomes the normal presidential candidate. Then, landslide victory for Tinubu,👍 |
Politics › Re: "Yahoo Boys Have Caused Nigeria National Shame” - EFCC Chairman, Past Olukoyede by favour32(m): 12:32pm On May 27, 2025 |
Game of thrones! Most politicians are worse off compared to yahoo boys. |
Politics › Re: Now We Know Wike Has Boss: Dele Momodu Hails Tinubu For Stopping Abuja Property by favour32(m): 10:37am On May 27, 2025 |
We think say Wike nor get oga o💪💲😁😊 |
Christianity Etc › Re: Ladies Who Wear Leg Chains Are Prostitutes,’ Says Pastor Ibiyeomie by favour32(m): 7:47am On May 27, 2025 |
For Nigeria, leg chain mean something. Most families go discourage their sons from marrying a leg chain girl. Ask yourself why? |
Romance › Re: I'm Dating An 18 Year Old Girl And I'm 33. Is The Age Gap Too Much? by favour32(m): 1:23pm On May 26, 2025 |
You go correct pikin tire.
E get why! |