In a powerful and moving Easter message delivered on Holy Saturday, the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Matthew Hassan Kukah, issued a passionate plea to President Bola Tinubu to rescue Nigerians from the deepening crises plaguing the country. Drawing on the Christian metaphor of the cross, Kukah painted a sobering picture of a nation bleeding under the weight of insecurity, poverty, and disillusionment. Titled “Mr. President: Please Bring Us Down from This Cross,” the message likened the suffering of Nigerians to the crucifixion of Christ, asserting that while Tinubu did not create the crises, he now bears the…

Former Minister of Defence, Retired General TY Danjuma, has renewed his call for Nigerians to take proactive steps in defending themselves, warning that the country’s security crisis cannot be resolved by the government alone. Speaking during an Easter gathering held in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State to appreciate his staff, partners, and affiliated companies, Danjuma stressed that the rising tide of violence from bandits and terrorists demands a collective response. “If our people do not stand up and defend themselves, bandits and terrorists will take over our society,” Danjuma warned, urging citizens to adopt self-defence measures as a…

A new study by the Edelman Trust Barometer, released in Lagos on Wednesday, reveals widespread discontent among Nigerians, with 70% accusing the government of deliberately misleading citizens. The report also highlights growing resentment toward the wealthy, with 74% blaming the rich for exacerbating the country’s economic struggles. The annual survey, which measures public trust in government, businesses, NGOs, and media, found that 62% of Nigerians believe the wealthy evade fair taxation, while 52% now support aggressive activism to drive systemic change. A Crisis of Trust and Grievance Marking its 25th anniversary, the 2025 Edelman Trust Barometer—titled “Trust and the Crisis…

The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar, has likened social media to a "terrorist organisation," calling for decisive action against its role in spreading misinformation. His remarks come amid repeated efforts by the Nigerian government, particularly the National Assembly, to impose stricter controls—and even criminal penalties—on social media usage. Speaking on Tuesday at the seventh executive committee meeting of the Northern Traditional Rulers’ Council in Maiduguri, the Sultan warned that fabricated stories circulating online could worsen Nigeria’s fragile security situation. "What happened has happened. It can’t come and be through social media. That’s one terrorist organisation…social media. Social media is…