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I don't know if I should be happy or emotional, a man that made Nigerian to be this broken..

Anyways RIP to the dead. Let me not say he deserves it 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♂️

A glance at the 2025 Ibadan Cultural Festival was all it took to feel it: tradition in motion, pride woven into every outfit, and unity radiating against Liberty Stadium’s age-old walls.

Held last Saturday at the iconic Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, the annual spectacle brought Ibadan’s indigenes and lovers of Yoruba culture together in their numbers. Every drumbeat, every chant, every regalia whispered stories of a city whose spirit has never dimmed.

At the heart of the celebration was the Warlords’ Parade, a tribute to the city’s warrior heritage. Men and women marched in traditional war garments, channelling the courage of their forebears. Ornate shields, lion-skin tunics, and iron staffs were carried with pride, reminding all of Ibadan’s martial roots and fearless ancestry.

But the festival wasn’t only about spectacle, it was also about honour. In a moment of solemn celebration, the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) awarded notable figures who have championed culture, development, and unity.

Among the recipients were Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State, both recognised for bridging communities beyond regional boundaries.

Across the stadium, spectators wore a rainbow of native attires. Elders danced alongside youths. Strangers sang together. For a moment, Ibadan was not just a city; it was a heartbeat. The weeklong festival, curated by the CCII, has grown into more than just an annual reunion. It now serves as a living archive of Ibadan’s past glories and present aspirations. Among the standout moments were the captivating Egungun performances, ancestral masquerades cloaked in symbolic fabrics. The festival celebrates resilience, people power, and a city’s determination to keep rising again and again.

Truly, it is appointed to man once to die..

Rip!! Our deepest condolences..

Dying at 68 😥😢 way too early..

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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has said that two years into President Bola Tinubu’s administration, Nigerian workers and the masses have experienced no gains—only pain and misery. In an appraisal of the administration’s first two years, NLC President, Joe Ajaero stated that there has been nothing to celebrate since the government came into power.

According to him: “When President Bola Tinubu took office on May 29, 2023, he promised a new dawn—bold economic reforms that would rescue Nigeria from fiscal instability and set it on a path to prosperity.

But two years later, the only thing bolder than his rhetoric is the magnitude of suffering and hardship his policies have inflicted on workers and ordinary Nigerians. Far from renewing hope, his administration has recycled the same failed neoliberal experiments of the past, proving once again that you cannot cure a patient by prescribing the poison that made them sick in the first place.”

Citizens’ woes
“The sudden removal of the petrol subsidy sent shockwaves through an already fragile economy, causing fuel prices to skyrocket from N187 to over N600 per litre overnight. The government claimed it was a necessary sacrifice to free up funds for development—but where are the results?

“Instead of reinvestment, Nigerians got inflation so vicious that families now skip meals, businesses shut down daily, and transport costs consume what little remains of workers’ wages. The naira, left to the so-called ‘market forces,’ has collapsed in value, turning Nigeria into a bargain basement for neighbouring countries, while local industries suffocate under the weight of imported inflation.

“What makes this pain even more frustrating is that none of it is new. We’ve seen this script before—subsidy removals, devaluations, and IMF-approved austerity—each time sold as the bitter pill Nigeria must swallow for a brighter future. But when has it ever worked? These same policies under past administrations only widened inequality, enriched a few, and left the majority poorer. Tinubu’s version is no different—except the suffering is deeper, the anger louder, and the government’s response more brutal.

“Nigerian workers have seen their real wages obliterated. Pensioners, SMEs (facing over 150 per cent inflation in inputs), and 150 million Nigerians are now multi-dimensionally poor. It has been two years of intimidation and harassment for Labour leaders and trade unions in Nigeria. Flagrant disregard for court orders and the criminalisation of union protests and actions have become the norm. Wage award arrears at the federal level remain unpaid, despite repeated promises.

“The only notable effort is the provision of compressed natural gas (CNG) buses by the Federal Government to ease transportation for Nigerian workers—but this remains grossly inadequate, hampered by severe gas infrastructure deficits.”

No dialogue
“Promised dialogue with Labour unions has been replaced with intimidation and violence. Workers demanding a living wage are met with batons and threats, while the government wallows in luxury. The same officials who preach sacrifice travel in convoys, feast on bloated budgets, and treat public funds like personal piggy banks. Meanwhile, factories close, jobs vanish, and hunger becomes the defining feature of Tinubu’s Nigeria.

Economy
“Economic performance can only be measured by how well the citizens feel. No amount of data manipulation can explain away the massive hardship that pervades our nation. Workers and ordinary Nigerians are deeply worried about the future.

“In any case, in the surreal landscape of a nation grappling with escalating insecurity, discussing the intricacies of economic policy seems akin to debating the colour of curtains in a burning house. The pervasive threat of mass kidnappings, abductions, and banditry casts an ominous shadow over society, rendering economic discourse almost absurd in the face of urgent, life-threatening crises.

“While economic stability is undoubtedly a crucial aspect of governance, the reality of citizens living in constant fear—with lives upended by the heinous acts of criminals—demands immediate attention and action. Who will invest in such an environment except looters and plunderers?”

Insecurity
“Boko Haram and other insurgent groups have multiplied in recent years, while lives and properties are lost daily across the nation. Our nation is at war. In such a climate, the absurdity lies in the stark disconnect between bureaucratic discussions on fiscal policy and the visceral, pressing needs of a populace caught in the crossfire of insecurity.

“Citizens find themselves torn between the hypothetical benefits of economic strategies and the immediate threats to their safety and well-being. The urgency of addressing the security crisis is a stark reminder that, in the hierarchy of priorities, protecting life and liberty must take precedence over economic debate—challenging the very essence of governance in times of profound adversity.

“The truth is simple: reforms that bring only pain without gain are not reforms at all. They are deformations—deliberate assaults on the poor in service of a system that rewards the powerful. If this government truly wants to renew hope, it must abandon these cruel experiments, listen to the people, and chart a new course—one that puts Nigerians, not foreign creditors and profiteers, at the centre of policy. Anything less is a betrayal of public trust.”

Workers’ rights collapse globally, ITUC raises alarm
Workers’ rights are in free fall across every continent, according to the 2025 ITUC Global Rights Index, with Europe and the Americas recording their worst scores since the Index began in 2014. Just seven countries now have the top rating of 1 for their respect for workers’ rights, compared with 51 — or one in three — rated 5 and 5+.

If the current trend continues, no country will hold a rating of 1 within the next 10 years.

Key findings include: Three out of five global regions saw conditions worsen; the Americas (3.68) and Europe (2.78) recorded their worst scores on record. Europe continued a rapid deterioration from 1.84 in 2014 — the biggest decline seen in any region worldwide over the past 10 years, only seven out of the 151 countries surveyed (fewer than 5%) earned a top-tier rating of 1 — down from 18 a decade ago. The 10 worst countries for workers are: Bangladesh, Belarus, Ecuador, Egypt, Eswatini, Myanmar, Nigeria (NEW), the Philippines, Tunisia, and Türkiye. The worst region in the world for working people is the Middle East and North Africa, with an average rating of 6.8. Deaths of trade unionists were recorded in Cameroon, Colombia, Guatemala, Peru, and South Africa, 87% of countries violated the right to strike; 80% violated the right to collective bargaining, and Workers’ access to justice was restricted in 72% of countries — the worst level ever recorded.

ITUC General-Secretary, Luc Triangle said: “The 2025 ITUC Global Rights Index exposes the outcomes of the betrayal of the system built after World War II, founded on democracy, trade union rights, and justice. Governments have collaborated in decades of deregulation, neo-liberalism, and neglect, leading to the collapse of workers’ rights. This has disenfranchised millions and paved the way for extremism, authoritarianism, and the billionaire coup against democracy that now threatens democracy itself.

“If this pace of decline continues, in 10 years, there will be no country left in the world with the highest rating for its respect for workers’ rights. This is a global scandal, but it is not unavoidable; it is a deliberate decision that can be reversed.

“That is why the ITUC is exposing the coordinated attack by the ultra-rich and their political allies to rig economies against working people. It is not inevitable that workers’ rights will worsen in the 2026 Rights Index.

“Together, through strong, independent unions and a democracy that delivers for all, we can reclaim power, rebuild economies that serve people — not corporations — and demand international institutions that are accountable to those they were created to protect. Our movement is fighting every day for this future — and next year’s Index must show the beginning of real change.”

Other key findings: In 12 countries, conditions have deteriorated so severely — due to conflict and the corresponding collapse of the rule of law — that they now hold the lowest-possible rating of 5+. These countries are Afghanistan, Burundi, Central African Republic, Haiti, Libya, Myanmar, Palestine, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, and Yemen. Only three countries saw their ratings improve in 2025: Australia (2), Mexico (3), and Oman (3). Seven countries received worse ratings: Argentina (4), Costa Rica (4), Georgia (4), Italy (2), Mauritania (5), Niger (4), and Panama (4). 75% of countries excluded workers from the right to establish or join a trade union, 74% of countries impeded the registration of unions, 45% of countries restricted free speech and assembly. Workers were arrested and detained in 71 countries, and workers experienced violence in 40 countries.

The 2025 ITUC Global Rights Index is being released on 2 June to coincide with the start of the International Labour Conference (ILC) at the International Labour Organization in Geneva, Switzerland — the world’s parliament for work. ITUC priorities at the ILC include: Tackling rights violations through the Committee on the Application of Standards and the implementation of Article 33 measures concerning Myanmar, Advancing protections in the platform economy, addressing biological hazards at work, and promoting innovative pathways to formalise informal work by The violations exposed in the 2025 Index will contribute to this work.

The ILC will include a special session on the 2025 ITUC Global Rights Index at 13:30 CEST on 10 June. The session will feature testimonies from trade union representatives from some of the worst countries in the world for working people, as well as remarks from Luc Triangle, ITUC General-Secretary, and Paapa Danquah, ITUC Legal Director.

The ITUC Global Rights Index is a comprehensive review of workers’ rights in law, ranking 151 countries against a list of 97 indicators derived from ILO Conventions and jurisprudence. As such, it is the only database of its kind. Violations are recorded each year from April to March.

Masturbation is when an individual stimulates their genitals for sexual pleasure, which may or may not lead to orgasm. There are many myths regarding the side effects of masturbation, but the majority are false. Masturbation is common among people of all ages and plays a role in a healthy sex life.

Research has found that around 95% of males and 78% of females under 30 years masturbate. Although masturbation prevalence declines with age, 57% of males and 41% of females ages 70 to 79 years engage in masturbation. Individuals masturbate for many reasons, including pleasure, enjoyment, fun, and tension release. Some people masturbate alone, while others masturbate with one or multiple partners.

Some Masturbation Myths?
There are many myths about masturbation. While health experts have debunked many of these times, these misconceptions often resurface. Most claims about masturbation do not have scientific backing. There is no research evidence to show that masturbation causes any of the adverse effects some people may suggest.

The activity does not cause:
blindness
hairy palms
impotence later in life
erectile dysfunction
penis shrinkage
penis curvature
low sperm count
infertility
mental illness
physical weakness

Some couples worry that their relationship must be unsatisfying if either one of them masturbates. This is also often untrue. Most people continue to masturbate either alone or together when they are in a relationship or married, while many find it an enjoyable part of their relationship.

Side Effects of Masturbation?
Masturbation is harmless. Some people may experience chafing or tender skin if they are too rough, but this is typically temporary. If those with a penis frequently masturbate within a short space of time, they may experience a slight swelling of the penis called an edema. This swelling usually resolves without treatment.

Other potential side effects include:
Guilt
Some people who worry that masturbation conflicts with their religious, spiritual, or cultural beliefs may experience feelings of guilt. However, masturbation is not immoral or wrong, and self-pleasure is not shameful. Discussing feelings of guilt with a friend, healthcare professional, or therapist who specializes in sexual health might help individuals move past feelings of guilt or shame relating to masturbation.

Decreased sexual sensitivity
If individuals with joysticks have an aggressive masturbation technique that involves gripping their penis too tightly, they can experience decreased sensation. A person can resolve this over time with a change of technique. Enhanced stimulation, such as using a vibrator, may increase arousal and overall sexual function in people of all sexes.

In a 2024 study, women ages 18 to 80 years who used a vibrator for 3 months experienced improved sexual function and pelvic floor function. They also had lower rates of depression than at the start of the study.

Health Benefits of Masturbation?
Masturbation has many physical and mental health benefits. It may help with:
reducing stress
releasing tension
enhancing sleep quality
boosting concentration
elevating mood
relieving menstrual cramps
easing pain
improving sex
improving self-esteem and body image
treating sexual problems

Health experts have also identified masturbation as a strategy to improve sexual health by promoting intimacy, exploring self-pleasure, desires, and needs, reducing unwanted pregnancies, and preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV transmission. Individuals who choose to abstain from sex or who do not currently have a sexual partner may masturbate as a sexual outlet.

Masturbation also has sexual health benefits, specifically for older women, such as less vaginal dryness and decreased pain during sex.

The Federal Government, in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), has unveiled a N200 million support initiative to boost aquaculture in Nigeria.

This initiative is also expected to help meet the country’s annual fish demand.

Mr. Wellington Omoragbon, Director of Fisheries and Aquaculture at the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, spoke at the inauguration of the Scaling Fish Farming through Finance initiative (Access to input finance under the FISH4ACP project) held at the Eriwe fish farming cluster in Odogbolu, Ogun State.

Represented by Mr. Paul Opuama, Director II at the ministry, Omoragbon said the initiative aims to promote the sustainability of Nigeria’s fisheries resources.

He also commended FAO and other development partners for their support in helping Nigeria improve its fish production capacity.

Access to finance, rising feed costs hinder farmers
He disclosed that Nigeria, with its abundant water bodies, should be able to harness these resources to increase fish production.

Omoragbon explained that access to finance, particularly the skyrocketing cost of feeds, is a major challenge fish farmers face in the country.

“We know that one of the major challenges confronting fish farmers is finance, especially the soaring prices of feeds. But with partnerships like this, we will be able to support our farmers and help bridge the fish production deficit,” he said.

FAO urges end to fish importation
In his remarks, the representative of FAO in Nigeria and West Africa, Mr. Koffy Kouacou, called for urgent action to end the country’s annual importation of two million metric tonnes of fish.

He explained that the project, funded by the European Union in collaboration with other development partners, is primarily aimed at improving access to finance fish farmers to enhance local fish production.

40 farmers to benefit under pilot scheme
According to him, under the pilot phase of the project, 40 fish farmers will receive between N2.5 million and N5 million each totaling about N200 million to scale up their fish farming businesses and boost production.

“We are supporting 40 pilots, and each farmer will receive between N2.5 million and N5 million to boost their production,” he said.

He disclosed that the essence of the initiative is to strengthen the capacity of fish farmers to produce more fish locally, create additional business opportunities in aquaculture, and ultimately help end fish importation in the country.

“So, we are here at the Eriwe fish cluster, in collaboration with both the Ogun and Federal Governments, as well as partnering financial institutions, to launch this project,” he said.

“It will enable farmers to access the required financing to scale up their fish farming businesses and help bridge the country’s fish production deficit.”

Also speaking, the Programme Manager for Agriculture at the European Union Delegation to Nigeria, Mr. Hugh Briggs, noted that the FISH4ACP project is being implemented in 12 countries globally, with Nigeria receiving the lion’s share of the grant.

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gare:
Billion or trillion ?

According to the news, it's billion, but we all know they have embezzled more than that..

God save us all in this Country 🙏🙏

DaGC:
Are these guys still airing their dirty laundry outside? 🙄 Oi vey🤦🏿‍♂️

They're all bunch of Thieves and Criminals 😐😐

They've left this country in shambles..

advanceDNA:
Ordinary 3.5billion?? Yahaya bello and other Ex- governors laughing out loud in the group chat.....

He's a small boy to them 😂😂😂

Yahaya Bello is the Oga of them all.. He's even wanted by efcc..

The Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, has accused former Minister of State for Education, Nyesom Wike, of embezzling over N3.5 billion state funds.

Mr. Amaechi said the money was paid to the former minister for the execution of some contracts in the state. He said despite receiving the money, the minister did not execute the contracts, a set of classroom blocks and a road in Rivers State.

“My administration gave Nyesom Wike, the contract worth N2 billion to construct Eneka road and he disappeared with the funds,” the governor said. “I even awarded 14 classroom blocks to Nyesom Wike at the cost of N112 million each. But, as you can see, he has not built even a building.”

Mr Amaechi, who spoke on Sunday during a courtesy call on the traditional ruler of Akpor Kingdom, Orlu Oriebe, said Mr. Wike “disappeared with the money without constructing the road.”

Messrs. Amaechi and Wike were political allies with the latter serving as a Chief of Staff to the governor. During Mr. Amaechi’s political battle with the presidency, Mr. Wike, who had been appointed minister, pledged loyalty to the president, thus leading to a battle for control of Rivers politics.

Mr. Amaechi has since defected to the opposition All Progressives Congress, APC, while Mr. Wike was recently elected the River State governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for next year’s election.

“For every time he has made these accusations has failed to provide proof. He should provide evidence of the contract and hand them over to anti-corruption agencies. This particular issue has been used over and over again.

“What kind of contract do you pay the contractor N1.5 billion upfront? These are purely false allegations concocted by Mr Amaechi to divert attention from his failure as governor,” he said.

Mr. Nwakaudu also alleged that Mr. Amaechi used N19 billion of Rivers funds to finance the campaign organisation of the APC presidential candidate, Muhammadu Buhari. He said the governor has also approached the State House of Assembly for approval to get another N6 billion loan to fund the presidential campaign of the APC flag-bearer.

When asked to provide proof of these allegations, Mr. Nwakaudu said necessary documents have been sent to anti-corruption agencies for further investigations.

At the traditional ruler’s palace, Mr. Amaechi called on the people of Obio/Akpo Local Government Area, the most populated local government in the state, to vote for the APC in 2015 and ensure that President Goodluck Jonathan is voted out in the presidential election.

“He (Mr Wike) worships money, while I worship God. President Goodluck Jonathan does not like us, that is why we must vote out PDP and Jonathan back to Otuoke. I have developed Ikwerre people, even Nyesom Wike. I will not stop calling them thieves,” he said.

The governor announced that he has paid all outstanding salaries of civil servants in the state and that December Salaries would be paid between the 23rd and 24th to enable them prepare for Christmas.

Mr. Amaechi also used the occasion to lay stones at the foundation of the Akpor Traditional Centre at Ozuoba.
Thanking the governor, Mr Oriebe pledged his unflinching support for the APC and the governor.

“I appeal to you and wish to state categorically that no amount of intimidation, suppression that will make me deviate from supporting Governor Amaechi,” he said. “I have been facing a lot of opposition from the PDP. Thank God, Governor Amaechi has upgraded the Akpor stool to 1st class stool. Please, also consider other neighbouring communities.”

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I don't know if I should say this is a total waste of resources, or a plan to cover up the lootings that has been done.

30 kilometers out of 700 kilometers, not even 30%..

SHAME OO!!

Anyways, what we see is what we get and what we get is what we see 🤐

E go better, E go better.. When??

But is she not friends with Mr abi Mrs Bob Risky??

This woman and noise 5&6... She has always been a suspect from day one. She should try and leave cho cho cho 🙄😁

And her pay would also be suspended too, very good..

christejames:
Tinubu is giving us the inertia strength 😂

Abii oo 😂😂

Let’s be honest, a civil servant’s salary can’t buy that kind of car. If someone’s driving it, they either have a serious side hustle… or there’s something shady going on. So if the FG is angry about it, then they should help upgrade civil servants pay. Because if it’s really from salary alone, they’d have to save for like 5 years or more. Let’s keep it real, please.

I don’t know if it’s just me, but it feels like everyone around me is just tired.

Not tired as in “I need to sleep,” but that deeper kind — where your soul is just... exhausted. You wake up and you’re already drained. You’re going through the motions: work, school, hustle, survival — but it’s like your spirit didn’t come along for the ride.

People don’t gist like they used to. We’re not even complaining loudly anymore. We’ve become silent. Almost numb.

When last did someone genuinely laugh around you? Not that forced “lol” we drop on WhatsApp, but real laughter — the type that makes your chest shake. It’s rare now.

And I’m beginning to wonder: is this just stress? Or are we collectively burnt out as a country?

Think about it:

1. The news is always heavy. Every day it’s fuel price, food price, exchange rate, or another policy we weren’t prepared for.
2. Social media is toxic half the time.
3. Even churches and mosques are now about survival strategies, not peace of mind.

I walked past three people arguing yesterday, not about football or politics — but about how to afford bread. Bread o. Something we used to take for granted.

I don’t have answers. I’m just observing and thinking out loud. But if you’re feeling this way too — like life has quietly weighed you down — just know you’re not mad. You’re not alone.

Let’s talk.
Are you tired too? Or is it just me?

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atobs4real:
The cow looks like him ooo. we are created in twos in this world

That was so hilarious 😂

Portable twin.

Sometimes I sit and ask myself: is it supposed to be this hard just to live a normal life in Nigeria?

We're not even asking for luxury. Just peace. A steady job. Electricity that works. Security on the roads. Food that’s affordable. But somehow, even the most basic things feel like a fight.

You go to the market today and prices have changed overnight. Fuel scarcity one week, power outage the next. Then you hear news of people being kidnapped, or another protest being shut down. And in the midst of all this, you're still expected to "hustle hard" and keep your head up.

It's exhausting.

This is not even about politics anymore. It's about the fact that many of us are just tired. Mentally, physically, emotionally drained.

We’re still trying — going to work, looking for side gigs, sending airtime to parents, caring for siblings, applying for jobs abroad, praying at night — but it feels like we’re carrying a country on our backs.

I’m not here to rant. I just wanted to say if you’re feeling tired, you’re not alone. There are so many of us who feel the same way but stay quiet because we don’t want to sound ungrateful.

But let’s be honest — we deserve better. This is not what living should feel like.

I can't believe the level of inhumanity of people to their fellow kind.

God save us all 💔💔

I really don't know why people haven't started seeing TINUBU as someone with no good intention 😒😒.. But Amaechi, Atiku and Elrufai shouldn't even be an option.

I just need to share what’s been on my mind lately.

There are days when I wake up feeling exhausted, even though I’ve had a full night’s sleep. It’s not physical tiredness — it’s something deeper. Like mentally and emotionally drained, even before the day begins.

Between the hustle, family expectations, financial pressure, and everything else, life just feels like a constant race. And to be honest, I’m tired.

Sometimes I scroll through social media and it feels like everyone is ahead — people achieving so much at 23, buying cars, building houses, getting married, starting companies. Meanwhile, I’m here trying to just stay afloat and stay sane.

It really makes me wonder:

Do we have to sacrifice our peace just to make it in this life?
Is success only for those who burn themselves out?

I’m not here to preach or motivate anyone. I’m just speaking from the heart. But I’d love to know if anyone else feels this way. How do you manage the pressure? How do you balance ambition with rest? Let’s talk about it. Maybe someone else needs to hear they’re not alone.