Here’s a breakdown of some key issues in the public consciousness:
Politics & Governance:
Veteran columnist Tola Adeniyi has warned that Nigeria is nearing an unavoidable collapse due to widespread insecurity and systemic failure. “The country known as Nigeria is about to collapse, disintegrate, and the original nations will emerge,” he said.
Works Minister Dave Umahi has declared that President Bola Tinubu and Kaduna Governor Uba Sani will complete eight-year tenures, claiming divine revelation during the Kaduna-Abuja-Kano road project launch. “I’m also a prophet… God has told me you will do 8 years,” Umahi stated, dismissing the newly formed opposition coalition as “destructive” rather than constructive.
Senator Ali Ndume has revealed alarming statistics of Boko Haram’s resurgence, reporting 252 attacks claiming over 300 lives in Borno State within six months. The lawmaker disclosed three LGAs are fully under insurgent control, with severe movement restrictions imposed statewide. “From 6pm you cannot go anywhere except in Southern Borno,” Ndume stated, describing de facto curfews across most territories.
A fresh wave of protests swept through Rivers State on Monday, following last week’s women-led demonstration in support of the suspended governor, Siminalayi Fubara. The latest protest, however, backed President Bola Tinubu’s controversial decision to impose a state of emergency and suspend key state officials.
President Bola Tinubu has pledged to complete critical road infrastructure projects nationwide, inaugurating section two of the Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano road.
Discussions are underway to develop a strategic economic and security partnership between Nigeria and the United States, following a meeting between President Tinubu and US Senior Advisor for Africa, Mr. Massad Boulos.
The Nigerian government has rejected reports made by clergymen at a US Congressional hearing regarding religious persecution, stating the testimonies misrepresented the country’s complex security challenges.
Senator Ali Ndume has urged President Tinubu to declare a state of emergency focused on security and the economy.
The Presidency has disowned campaign billboards appearing for Tinubu’s potential 2027 run.
Economy:
The Minister of Power claims grid collapses have been defeated with an additional 700MW capacity added. However, reports indicate Nigeria’s crude oil output has dropped again.
Concerns are being raised about the implementation of the student loan fund (NELFUND), with allegations that schools and banks may be shortchanging students.
The Naira reportedly depreciated at the end of last week.
An outbreak of the Tuta Absoluta virus is impacting tomato farms and driving up prices.
Security:
A roadside bomb explosion killed eight bus passengers and injured others in northeast Nigeria. Clashes and killings continue to be reported in Plateau State.
Security forces report successes against kidnappers and drug traffickers, with arrests and seizures made in Delta and Kano states.
The Nigerian Army has expressed concern over low recruitment numbers among youths in the Southeast region.
The government is rolling out flood preparedness campaigns in 30 high-risk states as northern Nigeria faces potential flood risks alongside a heatwave.
Health:
Nigeria is battling a significant meningitis outbreak that has reportedly killed at least 151 people, primarily in northern states. Over a million vaccine doses have arrived to combat the spread.
Social:
Obi Cubana has publicly apologized after his son made disrespectful remarks about Peter Obi in a viral video.
Pastor David Ibiyeomie, founder of Salvation Ministries, has stirred controversy by declaring that Jesus Christ “harbours a strong dislike for poverty” and avoided close association with the poor during His ministry. In a viral sermon, Ibiyeomie argued that scripture shows Jesus “never entered the home of a poor man,” interpreting this as divine rejection of poverty.
An uneasy calm hangs over Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial hub, particularly on the Island, as residents brace for what experts predict could be one of the worst flood seasons in recent years.
Police have confirmed the arrest of controversial singer Portable following allegations of defamation and threats.
Chess master Tunde Onakoya is attempting a Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon, aiming for 70 hours.
Seventeen-year-old Amara Nwuneli won the 2025 Earth Prize and a $12,500 award for transforming a trash-dumping ground into a playground using recycled tires and other materials. She plans to build three more parks across Nigeria.
The Delta State Command of the Nigeria Police Force has apprehended a notorious kidnap ringleader, Abubakar Usman, also known as Shehu, and killed four of his gang members during a sting operation on April 10.
Controversial singer Portable has been arrested by the Kwara State Police Command over allegations of criminal defamation, threat to life, and incitement against fellow artist Saheed Osupa. The arrest followed a petition by Osupa, accusing Portable of using abusive language capable of inciting violence. Police spokesperson Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi confirmed the singer was taken to Ilorin for investigation, with his statement recorded in the presence of legal representatives.
