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TOPCRUISE:
If the President is of Northern extraction will this kind of military operation to free the school children in the south happen.

QuinQQ:
Video or village people?

QuinQQ:
Who says it can't be juju or village people? We don't know the whole story

dre11:
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/06/state-police-bill-how-nass-caged-governors/

GlobalNews2020:
The Olodo Uprising: Is Social Media Celebrating Anti-Intellectualism?

- Beyond Peller: Is Nigeria Rewarding Ignorance?

By Miracle Oyewale | Global News International

Nigerian social media has been divided following comments by rapper YCEE, who claimed that Nigeria is experiencing an "Olodo Uprising." Using social media personality Peller as an example, YCEE argued that society increasingly rewards ignorance over education and intellectual excellence.

Social Media platforms have since buzzed with debate. While many citizens agree that there’s indeed an Olodo Uprising in Nigeria, pointing to creators like Peller as evidence. Others argue that targeting specific individuals is an unfair attack, shifting the blame instead to a failing educational system, amongst other drivers.

The Main Question: Is there an Olodo Uprising in Nigeria?

The term ‘Olodo Uprising’ captures a society that praises and elevates ignorance, anti-intellectual content, and viral media clout over formal education, educative content, and excellence. Since it seems an insult, it’s the reality we find ourselves in. Many critics argue that some influencers prioritize sensational content over educational or informative material. They often post low-value and insignificant content on social media to gain traction and chase engagement.

Are Peller and others to be blamed for the Olodo Uprising?

The root of this social-cultural crisis lies with the government. A persistent failure to provide good, stable employment, empower the youth, and adequately fund the educational system has created the perfect environment for this shift.

No one is entirely illiterate or dumb. Traditionally, olódò refers to someone perceived as academically weak or slow to grasp concepts, not necessarily someone who lacks intelligence altogether. Not someone who is completely dumb. Over time, it has been proven that intelligence is dynamic and varied; not all are book smart but can utilise their intelligence in other areas and parts of the world.

Another contributing factor is what many describe as the "Hushpuppi effect", the growing desire for quick wealth and instant fame without the patience required for education or long-term career development.

For many young people, the appeal of instant wealth and online fame has begun to overshadow the slower rewards of education and conventional career paths.

They desire quick fame and success and avoid academic progress because of the lifestyles being displayed by affluent people online. This has driven many individuals to produce bizarre or sensational content in pursuit of quick money and online fame.

Social media platforms also play a role in shaping this culture. Algorithms reward engagement, not necessarily quality. As a result, controversial, humorous, or sensational content often reaches larger audiences than educational material. This creates incentives for creators to prioritize virality over value.

Peller and many other creators are simply trying to earn a living in an economy where legitimate opportunities are increasingly scarce. They operate within a system that makes legitimate success increasingly difficult to attain. Instead of these individuals venturing into crimes like armed robbery, internet fraud, and lots more, they choose to display odd and eccentric behaviors.

We have enablers, these are the people who constantly support this odd content and give relevance to it, rather than value-added content. We blame the government and content creators; however, those engaging with the content often give them the impression that what they are doing is right and helps in achieving their aim. When audiences like, comment, share, and cheer, they actively normalise the very anti-intellectualism they complain about, turning societal decay into mainstream entertainment.

Recently, the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, highlighted a grant programme supporting small businesses, including food vending. While entrepreneurship deserves support, many graduates may wonder whether such opportunities reflect the full promise of years spent pursuing higher education.

If Nigeria hopes to build a knowledge-driven economy, then education, innovation, and critical thinking must once again become qualities worth celebrating. Until then, viral fame will continue to compete with academic excellence, and the "Olodo Uprising" will remain more than just a social media catchphrase—it will reflect a deeper national challenge.

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spencekat:
Just have an open mind. It is just a phase.

chatinent:
You mistakenly innocently fart and they start seeing you as the worse Hitler to ever exist.

meedoLock:
All these will really not be necessary if we takes some steps backward and reset the template of this country.....this will enable all regions to man their business and grow at their own pace - instead of taking a stand with any politician, the gospel of restructuring should be on everyone lips.

2027 to me will be a repetition of our previous futile exercises, they will all end up disappointing every Nigerians.
My 2 cents..

"DO NOT DIE IN THEIR WAR"

Princedapace:
Have u taken out time to read the rules of the game? Staging a walk out is prohibited and u will lose the match.
if that is not done that way, everyone will stage a walk out once officiating is sensed to be bad towards them. And bad is relative in football.

newnigerdelta1:
You are sick very very sick. If na poor man he carry for Moto will you guys sue him