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“I’ve Lost Hope In Nigeria” – Blaqbonez Sparks Reactions With Emotional Statement.
Nigerian rapper Blaqbonez has shared his thoughts on Nigeria’s political system, revealing that he has never participated in any election in the country.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
he music star made the disclosure during a recent appearance on the Off The Record podcast, where he expressed frustration over the state of the nation and his fading belief in meaningful change.
According to Blaqbonez, years of hoping for improvement without seeing tangible progress have left him disillusioned about Nigeria’s future.
He explained that many of the expectations he once had for the country were never fulfilled, which gradually made him emotionally detach from the system.
The rapper also argued that the country’s leadership challenges reflect the mindset and behaviour of the people, adding that he no longer sees significant differences between political parties.
Speaking during the interview, he said: “I haven’t voted before. I kind of feel like I clocked out of Nigeria. Too many things that I hoped would have happened haven’t happened, and I’m just like, this country is just bound to be like this. I feel like our leaders are a representation of us. I don’t see any difference regardless of the party.”
He further stated that deep structural changes would be needed before he could regain confidence in the country’s direction.
Blaqbonez also questioned why younger candidates rarely emerge in leadership positions, arguing that real transformation in African countries would likely come from the younger generation.
A two-year-old pupil, Christianah Akanbi of Yawota Baptist Nursery and Primary School, is among dozens of victims abducted during last Friday’s terrorist attack on communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Community leaders confirmed that a total of 46 people were kidnapped during the assault.
The victims include seven teachers and 39 pupils drawn from Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele, and Yawota Baptist Nursery and Primary School.
The attackers also reportedly stole four motorcycles belonging to residents. Three were taken from the Yawota community, while one belonged to a resident in the high school community.
Abducted Teachers Include:
- Mrs Alamu Folawe – Principal, Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele
- Mr Ojo Jonathan – Vice Principal
- Mr Olatunde Zacchaeus – Teacher
- Mr John Olaleye – Teacher
- Mr Michael Oyedokun – Teacher
- Mrs Oladeji – Teacher
- Mary Akanbi – Teacher, Yawota Baptist Nursery and Primary School
From Ahoro-Esinele Community:
- Rashida Tajudeen – 11 years
- Ahmed Ramoni – 8 years
- Abdulsalam Toyib – 4 years
- Baraka Abioye – 16 years
- Fatimo Jimoh – 15 years
- Hassan Azeez – 14 years
- Joshua Adeleke – 13 years
From Yawota Community:
- Samuel Oyedele – 7 years
- Emmanuel Oyedele – 4 years
- Idowu Taiwo – 4 years
- Christianah Akanbi – 2 years
- Juwon Sunday – 7 years
- Sikiru Salami – 3 years
- Soliu Salami – 4 years
- Ojo Joseph – 8 years
- Lydia Adewole – 8 years
- Testimony Jacob – 5 years
- Kehinde Kaosara – 7 years
- Sewa Seyi – 7 years
- Waliya Bello – 4 years
- Lydia Olohunloluwa – 7 years
- Damilare Oderinde – 8 years
- Deborah Adebowale – 5 years
- Aisha Oguntowo – 10 years
- Lege Taiwo – 12 years
- Balkis Ayanwale – 8 years
- Asa David – 10 years
From Oniya Community:
- Shuaibu Aliyu – 10 years
- Ahmed Aliyu – 7 years
- Muiz Aliyu – 5 years
- Jomiloju Ogunlola – 6 years
From Alawusa Community:
- Agune Noah – 8 years
- Elizabeth Abadi – 5 years
- Tosin Abadi – 9 years
- Pius Stephen – 5 years
- Hannah Ojo – 14 years
- Habidat Ayanwale – 7 years
- Mary Gabriel – 6 years
- Jacob Gabriel – age not specified
A chieftain of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Rabiu Kwankwaso, has expressed optimism about clinching the party’s vice-presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
News reports that Kwankwaso made the remarks during an interview on Premier Radio over the weekend.
The former Kano State governor said securing the position would be a major step toward positioning Kano State for the presidency in the future.
According to him, “By God’s grace, the next election will be unlike anything that has ever happened in our state and country, especially if I secure the ticket and my name is on the ballot.”
He lamented that Kano has never produced a vice president since the First Republic, describing the situation as disappointing, but expressed confidence that it would change.
“Kano State will rightfully secure this position, which will open the door for our state to eventually produce the president of this country,” he said.
Kwankwaso also urged political actors in the North-West to be strategic ahead of the elections, warning that poor decisions could have long-term consequences.
He added that some southerners were already aligning with his party, stressing the need for the North-West to act wisely in its political choices.
Former lawmaker Kabiru Lawal has thrown his support behind Desmond Elliot’s bid for a fourth term in the Lagos State House of Assembly, representing Surulere 1 Constituency.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Lawal described Elliot’s leadership style as sincere, transparent, and impactful, saying his performance has benefited the constituency.
He noted that although he once lost the party ticket to Elliot, the decision has since been justified by the lawmaker’s track record.
“People say the ticket was taken from Kabiru Lawal for Desmond, and at that time Kabiru was doing quite well. It is true, but there was a reason for it,” he said.
“But today, I say boldly that Desmond, who came into office then, has performed better than Kabiru Lawal.”
The former lawmaker urged party leaders to support Elliot for another term, arguing that Surulere would gain more from his continued representation.
He added that replacing Elliot at this point would not serve the constituency’s interest.
“Barakat is already in the cabinet. Let her remain there and allow Desmond to go for one more term, after which it can end,” he said.
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