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Nigeria Is Not a Dead Country: Our Politics Is Rotten, But Our Potential Is Limitless
Nigeria Is Not a Dead Country: Our Politics Is Rotten, But Our Potential Is Limitless.
By George Omagbemi Sylvester | Published by SaharaWeeklyNG.com
Nigeria is not a dead country. That truth must ring louder than the lies sold by cynical politicians and echoed by frustrated citizens. Nigeria is not a failed state; it is a hijacked one. It has been captured by a parasitic political class from top to bottom, soaked in corruption, nepotism, mediocrity and selfishness. Let us be clear: Nigeria still breathes. It still beats with the rhythm of resilience, talent and untapped greatness. As the legendary Fela Kuti said, “My people are scared of the air around them, they always have an excuse not to fight for freedom.” Even in our disillusionment, hope still shines.
It is not that we don’t have problems. We have plenty. Nigeria is plagued by chronic insecurity, unemployment, poor infrastructure, epileptic power supply, tribal divisions and a broken educational system. Our leaders, past and present, have largely failed us. They loot without shame and govern without vision. Whether in Aso Rock or in the state houses, most of them treat public office like a buffet table; eat as much as you can while it lasts. But despite all this, we must not write off our nation. Our problem is leadership, not a lack of national potential.
“Talent No Be By Region, E Dey Inside Person”
There has been renewed talk about restructuring and regional government. Fine. But we must not fall into the trap of thinking structure alone will save us. Leadership is not about location; it’s about capacity, vision and moral integrity. As AY the comedian once joked, “If dem give some people heaven, dem go still sell the golden gates!” The truth is, if you give a dullard a well-structured system, he will still crash it. A leader without direction is like a plane with no pilot; you’re headed for disaster no matter how fine the aircraft is.
We need to stop romanticizing systems without addressing the characters we put into those systems. Regional government without competent leaders is like pouring water into a basket. From federal to local level, bad leadership has been the virus spreading across our land. From fake credentials to forged NYSC certificates, padded budgets to phantom projects, corruption has been the thread that ties many of our so-called leaders together.
It would be dishonest to say all is lost. We still have exceptional Nigerians doing amazing things at home and abroad. In tech, entertainment, sports, science and medicine, Nigerians are winning. From Burna Boy selling out stadiums globally, to Tobi Amusan breaking records in athletics, to Nigerian tech startups attracting global investments (this country is pregnant with brilliance. It’s not the people who have failed Nigeria) it is the political system and those who manipulate it for selfish ends (stomach infrastructure).
A Country of Dreams Trapped in a Nightmare of Governance
Nigeria is the only country where talented youths are told to pray more than they plan. The same pastors cum politicians who don’t provide jobs ask you to “sow seed” for breakthrough. The same people who steal your future tell you to “believe in God’s time.” As Falz rapped in his protest anthem “This is Nigeria,”
“There’s plenty Wahala sha, but we dey manage am, corruption and greed still dey carry am.”
Why must the average Nigerian suffer because a few people at the top lack EMPATHY, CONSCIENCE and COMPETENCE? Why should a country blessed with oil, gas, cocoa, bitumen, gold, arable land and etc still depend on importation of fuel and food? Why should we be in 2025 still talking about ELECTRICITY like it’s a LUXURY? Even Somalia is stabilizing its grid. Yet Nigeria, the so-called “Giant of Africa,” remains a DWARF in DEVELOPMENT.
Youths Are Not Lazy; They Are Angry
The average Nigerian youth is not lazy. The average Nigerian youth is angry. Angry that our universities are shut down for months due to strikes, while politicians send their children abroad. Angry that N-Power and other schemes are just political Ponzi programs. Angry that we get blamed for not being patriotic while those in power loot the nation dry and fly out for medical treatment.
The truth is, we cannot build a new Nigeria with the same old mindset. As comedian Bovi once said, “Nigeria is the only country where the poor fight themselves while protecting the rich who are oppressing them.” And he is right. We need to stop idolizing thieves in agbada and begin holding them accountable; whether they are in PDP, APC, LP or any other POLITICAL GANG masquerading as a PARTY.
We must change the culture that celebrates criminals and shames the honest. We need new leaders not recycled bandits in suits. And above all, we must believe in Nigeria; not the government, not the politicians, but in the country itself and what it can be with the right people at the helm.
Our Strength Is in Our People
From ABA to ZARIA, from LAGOS to ENUGU, Nigerians are hardworking. Our ENTREPRENEURS don’t wait for government handouts. Our ARTISTS, TECH FOUNDERS, FARMERS and MARKET WOMEN/ MEN show resilience every day. Despite having little support, they keep going. That’s why we must not let the political rot define us. We are more than our politicians. We are not a people of failure, but are a PEOPLE SURVIVING and THRIVING in spite of failure.
In the words of Burna Boy: “My country people suffer, suffer… dem dey pray for blessing, but them no dey plan.” It’s time we stop PRAYING alone and start PLANNING, ORGANIZING, VOTING WISELY and DEMANDING ACCOUNTABILITY.
We must return to the idea that patriotism includes demanding better, not blind loyalty to leaders who treat governance like a family business. We must understand that Nigeria’s salvation lies not in any messiah, tribe or religion; but in an informed, united and determined citizenry.
No Region Is Better; No Tribe Holds the Key
Whether Igbo, Yoruba, Hausa, Itsekiri, Ijaw, Tiv, Urhobo or Idoma, no group has a monopoly on intelligence or stupidity. The notion that leadership will improve if a certain region rules is pure FALSE. We have had presidents from the North. West and the South, Christians and Muslims, military and civilian; and yet Nigeria remains on the SAME SPOT, sometimes worse.
The problem is not where our leaders come from, but what they bring with them. If they come with empty heads and corrupt hearts, the result will be more pain. This is not rocket science. Nations don’t develop by magic; they develop by vision, discipline and courageous leadership.
We Must Reclaim Our Narrative
Let’s stop saying Nigeria is DEAD. Let’s stop the DOOMSDAY TALK. That’s the narrative they want to sell so we give up and let them continue to ruin us. Nigeria is alive, but in a coma of BAD LEADERSHIP. We must be the OXYGEN. We must be the VOICE that wakes her up. As Mr Macaroni says in his skits, “You are doing well… NOT!” that sarcasm is the daily reality of Nigeria. We are not doing well and pretending we are won’t fix anything. Neither will despair.
It’s time to RISE, to THINK, to SPEAK and to ACT. Nigeria is our country (not their estate. We don’t need saints in office) we need sensible people. Not angels (just accountable humans. Not perfect systems) just functional ones with transparency and fairness.
Final Word
Nigeria is not dead, but she’s being strangled slowly by those who were meant to protect her. We cannot continue to watch in silence. We must SPEAK, ACT and DEMAND BETTER, if we don’t, we are ACCOMPLICES to our own DOWNFALL.
Leadership is not about tribe, religion, political party or region; it is about VISION, DISCIPLINE and ACTION. And if the person no get am, no be regional government go give am. If e no dey, e no dey!
Let’s build a Nigeria that reflects the strength of her PEOPLE and not the greed of her politicians.
By George Omagbemi Sylvester | Published by SaharaWeeklyNG.com
Ramadan: Adron Homes Felicitates Muslims, Preaches Hope and Unity
Adron Homes & Properties Limited has congratulated Muslim faithful on the commencement of the holy month of Ramadan, urging Nigerians to embrace the virtues of sacrifice, discipline, and compassion that define the season.
In a statement made available to journalists, the company described Ramadan as a period of deep reflection, spiritual renewal, and strengthened devotion to faith and humanity.
According to the management, the holy month represents values that align with the organisation’s commitment to integrity, resilience, and community development.
“Ramadan is a time that teaches patience, generosity, and selflessness. As our Muslim customers and partners begin the fast, we pray that their sacrifices are accepted and that the season brings peace, joy, and renewed hope to their homes and the nation at large,” the statement read.
The firm reaffirmed its dedication to providing affordable and accessible housing solutions to Nigerians, noting that building homes goes beyond structures to creating environments where families can thrive.
Adron Homes further urged citizens to use the period to pray for national unity, economic stability, and sustainable growth.
It wished all Muslim faithful a spiritually fulfilling Ramadan.
Ramadan Mubarak.
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Underfunding National Security: Envelope Budgeting Fails Nigeria’s Defence By George Omagbemi Sylvester
Underfunding National Security: Envelope Budgeting Fails Nigeria’s Defence
By George Omagbemi Sylvester | Published by saharaweeklyng.com
“Fiscal Rigidity in a Time of Crisis: Lawmakers Say Fixed Budget Ceilings Are Crippling Nigeria’s Fight Against Insurgency, Banditry, and Organized Crime.”
Nigeria’s legislature has issued a stark warning: the envelope budgeting system; a fiscal model that caps spending for ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) is inadequate to meet the country’s escalating security challenges. Lawmakers and budget analysts argue that rigid fiscal ceilings are undermining the nation’s ability to confront insurgency, banditry, kidnapping, separatist violence, oil theft and maritime insecurity.
The warning emerged during the 2026 budget defence session for the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) at the National Assembly in Abuja. Senator Yahaya Abdullahi (APC‑Kebbi North), chairman of the Senate Committee on National Security and Intelligence, decried the envelope system, noting that security agencies “have been subject to the vagaries of the envelope system rather than to genuine needs and requirements.” The committee highlighted non-release or partial release of capital funds from previous budgets, which has hindered procurement, intelligence and operational capacity.
Nigeria faces a multi‑front security crisis: persistent insurgency in the North‑East, banditry and kidnappings across the North‑West and North‑Central, separatist tensions in the South‑East, and piracy affecting Niger Delta oil production. Despite declarations of a national security emergency by President Bola Tinubu, lawmakers point to a “disconnect” between rhetoric and the actual fiscal support for agencies tasked with enforcement.
Experts warn that security operations demand flexibility and rapid resource allocation. Dr. Amina Bello, a public finance specialist, said: “A static budget in a dynamic threat environment is like sending firefighters with water jugs to a forest fire. You need flexibility, not fixed ceilings, to adapt to unforeseen developments.”
The Permanent Secretary of Special Services at ONSA, Mohammed Sanusi, detailed operational consequences: irregular overhead releases, unfulfilled capital appropriations, and constrained foreign service funds. These fiscal constraints have weakened intelligence and covert units, hampering surveillance, cyber‑security, counter‑terrorism and intelligence sharing.
Delayed capital releases have stalled critical projects, including infrastructure upgrades and surveillance systems. Professor Kolawole Adeyemi, a governance expert, emphasized that “budgeting for security must allow for rapid reallocation in response to threats that move faster than political cycles. Envelope budgeting lacks this essential flexibility.”
While the National Assembly advocates fiscal discipline, lawmakers stress that security funding requires strategic responsiveness. Speaker Abbas Ibrahim underscored that security deserves “prominent and sustained attention” in the 2026 budget, balancing oversight with operational needs.
In response, the Senate committee plans to pursue reforms, including collaboration with the executive to restructure funding, explore supplementary budgets and ensure predictable and sufficient resources for security agencies. Experts warn that without reform, criminal networks will exploit these gaps, eroding public trust.
As one policy analyst summarized: “A nation declares a security emergency; but if its budget does not follow with real resources and oversight, the emergency remains rhetorical.” Nigeria’s debate over envelope budgeting is more than an accounting dispute; it is a contest over the nation’s security priorities and its commitment to safeguarding citizens.
Rev. Mother Kehinde Osoba (Eritosin) Celebrates as She Marks Her Birthday
Today, the world and the body of Christ rise in celebration of a rare vessel of honour, Rev. Mother Kehinde Osoba, fondly known as Eritosin, as she marks her birthday.
Born a special child with a divine mark of grace, Rev. Mother Eritosin’s journey in God’s vineyard spans several decades of steadfast service, spiritual depth, and undeniable impact. Those who know her closely describe her as a prophetess with a heart of gold — a woman whose calling is not worn as a title, but lived daily through compassion, discipline, humility, and unwavering faith.
From her early days in ministry, she has touched lives across communities, offering spiritual guidance, prophetic insight, and motherly counsel. Many testify that through her prayers and teachings, they encountered God in a deeply personal and transformative way. Near and far, her influence continues to echo — not only within church walls, but in homes, families, and destinies reshaped through her mentorship.
A mother in every sense of the word, Rev. Mother Kehinde Osoba embodies nurture and correction in equal measure. As a grandmother, she remains energetic in purpose — accommodating the wayward, embracing the rejected, and holding firmly to the belief that no soul is beyond redemption. Her life’s mission has remained consistent: to lead many to Christ and guide them into the light of a new beginning.
Deeply rooted within the C&S Unification, she stands tall as a spiritual pillar in the Cherubim and Seraphim Church globally. Her dedication to holiness, unity, and prophetic service has earned her widespread respect as a spiritual matriarch whose voice carries both authority and humility.
As she celebrates another year today, tributes continue to pour in from spiritual sons and daughters, church leaders, and admirers who see in her a living reflection of grace in action.
Prayer for Rev. Mother Kehinde Osoba (Eritosin)
May the Almighty God, who called you from birth and anointed you for His service, continually strengthen you with divine health and renewed vigour.
May your oil never run dry, and may your prophetic mantle grow heavier with greater glory.
May the lives you have nurtured rise to call you blessed.
May your latter years be greater than the former, filled with peace, honour, and the visible rewards of your labour in God’s vineyard.
May heaven continually back your prayers, and may your light shine brighter across nations.
Happy Birthday to a true Mother in Israel — Rev. Mother Kehinde Osoba (Eritosin).
More years.
More anointing.
More impact.
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