Remembering the Lekki Toll Gate Shooting: 3 Years On
On October 20, 2020, Nigerian security forces opened fire on unarmed protesters at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos, Nigeria. The shooting, which occurred during the #EndSARS protests against police brutality, killed at least 12 people and injured many more. Read more about Politics Three years after the Lekki Toll Gate massacre, it is […]
The Choices Before Us in the 2023 Presidential Election
In less than 24 hours, the 2023 presidential election will be upon us. The long-expected date, the 25th of February, would be a reality, and for the majority of Nigerians, it is expected to be an auspicious day. However, the bottom line is the fact that the die is finally cast. All talking points should […]
Youth Power: The Zikist Movement (Part 1)
Since Nigeria gained independence from the British in 1960, leading figures like Nnamdi Azikiwe, Obafemi Awolowo, and Ahmadu Bello amongst others have been celebrated as freedom fighters and dominated the Nigerian mainstream history. However, there are various unsung heroes of Nigeria’s independence – the youths. There have been opinions that the Nigerian youth were nowhere […]
Lekki Massacre: The Black Content Of Lagos State Government White Paper
The just-released White Paper of the Lagos State Government in response to the Judicial Panel Report on the Lekki Shooting has sparked several outrages across the country. The White Paper which was released on Tuesday night of November 30, 2021, was full of many contradictions and inconsistencies as given by the earlier-released Report. Read […]
#EndSARS: Lagos Judicial Panel Of Inquiry Presents Its Report
After long months – over a year – of painful wait by the victims of the #LekkiMassacre and the rest of the world, on the 15th of November, 2021, the Judicial Panel of Inquiry and Restitution on the Lekki Toll Gate Shooting Incident and Cases of Police Brutality handed over a 309-page report on the infamous […]
One Year After Lekki Massacre: What Has Changed?
20 October 2020 remains fresh on the minds of Nigerians and the world at large. It was one of the darkest moments in Nigeria’s history. On the night of this day, at about 6:50 pm, members of the Nigerian Army opened fire on peaceful protesters at the Lekki toll gate in Lagos State, Nigeria. […]
20th October 2020: One Year Later
Today, 20th of October 2021 is the one year anniversary of the infamous event of 20th of October 2020, otherwise known as the #LekkiMassacre. Read more about Politics The month of October 2020 will forever be a memorable month in the socio-political history of Nigeria. A month in which Nigerians from all extractions came together, […]
Social Media Influencer Of The Week: Rinu Oduala
Rinu Oduala is a brand influencer, community organizer, and self-described advocate for humanity. She’s a well-known figure on social media, and particularly on Twitter, where she’s taken the name Savvy Rinu. Read more about Social media influencers Since joining Twitter in 2018, she’s been involved in several corporate and humanitarian campaigns. In that time, […]
Nigerian Women In Governance: Challenges/Solutions
It’s International Women’s Day and it is a day worthy of reflecting on the place of women in governance in Nigeria. Over the past few decades, so much has been said about getting women to walk on the same footing as men in leadership spaces, yet the goal is barely achieved. So much funding […]
The Deification Of Mr Macaroni (Debo Adedayo)
A fast-rising skit comedian and actor, Mr Macaroni (whose real name is Debo Adedayo) may have been the most recent win against the Nigerian police. Mr Macaroni is not a stranger to fighting for human right causes as he was a student leader while in university. Read more about Politics His most recent encounter […]
14th Headies: Bovi Makes The Most Significant Fashion Statement Of The Night
The much anticipated 14th Headies has come and gone with new winners emerging and some surprising snubs. All in all, so many musical acts who put in the work through the course of last year, were honoured for their artistic excellence. Read more about Fashion Due to the menace of COVID-19 and adhering to health […]
2021 Time 100 Next Features Five Nigerians
Times Magazine released its list of the 100 Next, an expansion of its Time100 franchise. The list celebrates an emerging group of leaders who Time deems to be setting the tone for the future across the world. The list is only in its second year and features five Nigerians who achieved prominence in the past […]
Analysis: The Struggle To Install Lekki Toll Gate As A Memorial
Whether the powers that be liked it or not the Lekki toll gate has become a memento for remembering all of the victims of police brutality nationwide as well as the massacre at the toll gate on 20th October 2020. Read more about Politics In a renewed protest on 13th February, some protesters moved […]
Rudderless Leadership: #OccupyLekkiTollGate
‘A leader is a dealer in hope.’ Napoleon Bonaparte Now more than ever, Nigeria is in need of true leadership. A leader that is compassionate and patriotic. One who understands that his allegiance is to the people of Nigeria and not just to those who voted for him. This great nation yearns for a leader […]
Fact Friday: #EndSARS Protestors’ Account Unfrozen By Court Order
It was revealed on Wednesday, 10th February 2021, that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has been ordered to unfreeze the bank accounts of 20 members of the #EndSARS movement – a movement which took root last year. Read more about #EndSARS The #EndSARS protesters and promoters targeted in this case by the CBN […]
Top 10 Social Media Influencers Of 2020
As 2020 comes to an end, we look at a number of social media influencers who were active every step of the way and leveraged their platforms efficiently. Read more about Social Media Influencers Here are Connect Nigeria’s top 10 social media influencers of 2020. DJ Switch Obianuju Katherine Udeh, popularly known as DJ […]