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Inibehe Tears Down Tinubu’s Speech
Human rights activist, Effiong Inibehe has consigned President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Sunday broadcast to the dustbin.
He asserted in a statement on his verified handle on micro-blogging site, X, that the president served “a pack of empty words”
The legal practitioner maintained that “Those who wrote it, and Mr. Tinubu who read it out, have succeeded in justifying the reasons for the nationwide protest.”
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He wrote, “President Tinubu’s speech is just a pack of empty words and a time wasting load of irrelevancies.
“It is a confirmation of my long held view, that we are dealing with a fatalistic political class that is intentionally deaf and willfully blind to the sufferings and yearnings of Nigerians.
“This President is disconnected from the reality of the everyday Nigerian. He’s living in an imaginary Nigeria that only exist in his head. The speech couldn’t have been more meaningless and aimless.
“Those who wrote it, and Mr. Tinubu who read it out, have succeeded in justifying the reasons for the nationwide protest.
“It is appalling that despite what we have witnessed across the country in the last three days, the President did not deem it necessary to speak to the specific demands of the protesters.
“A government is only useful if it serves the interest of the governed. This government is anti-people.
“Tinubu made no mention of electoral reform, no reversal of his horrible and devastating economic policies, he made no attempt to cut down the over bloated size of his government.
“Tinubu made no concessions.
“This President only did what despots do; ignore the agitations of the masses.
“Great leaders make sacrifices for their country, but terrible leaders like Tinubu only know how to sacrifice the country for their interest.
“It is not his voice that people wanted to hear, people wanted him to speak directly to their demands. His call for dialogue is in bad faith. He did not address the mindless killing of protesters by security agencies in any meaningful way. He also did not set up any credible machinery for a purposeful dialogue.
“Tinubu is preoccupied with the ridiculous idea that the protest is being sponsored by his political adversaries. This provocative arrogance by Nigerian politicians will be ended one day by Nigerians, one way or the other.”
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, along with celebrities and other dignitaries, will be attending the fifth annual Bodex Social Media Hangout.
According to a statement released on Saturday by the event’s convener, Bodex Hungbo, the gathering is set to take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the Landmark Event Centre in Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos.
With the theme “Social Media: The Influence, Power and Impact,” Hungbo stated that the event promises fans, leaders, trendsetters, fashionistas, and celebrities a vibrant day of fun, learning, and excitement.
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The statement read, “Prepare for an unforgettable experience at the fifth annual Bodex Social Media Hangout (BSMH), which promises fans, leaders, trendsetters, fashionistas, and celebrities a vibrant day of fun, learning, and excitement! Taking place on Saturday, 7 December 2024, at the Landmark Event Centre, Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos, this festival is free to attend and requires no registration, welcoming everyone to join in the celebrations and immerse themselves in an extraordinary day of unforgettable experiences.
“This year’s edition celebrates the growth and resilience of our community. After six years of dedicated effort – excluding our COVID hiatus – we are thrilled to offer this milestone experience to everyone who has been a part of our journey.
“With high-profile appearances from influencers, celebrities, stakeholders, political figures, and artists, this event is set to be a star-studded spectacle.
“Expected to join the festivities are the Executive Governor of Lagos, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, along with other esteemed political figures, technocrats, and information managers.”
Nollywood actor and film producer Kunle Afolayan has announced the passing of his mother, Omoladun Afolayan, who died at the age of 81.
Kunle shared the news on his Instagram page, expressing that his mother lived a fulfilling life and is now at peace.
He wrote, “It is hard to accept, but she surely lived a good life. Our mother, Maami Omoladun Ayanladun Afolayan, has gone to rest. (1943-2024).
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“She is survived by children and grandchildren. Please keep us in your prayers. Omo re a gbeyin gbogbo wa.”
His brother, actor Gabriel Afolayan, also mourned their mother, sharing, “Home is not cool. We lost a very dear one.
“You’d be greatly missed, big mummy (Iya Oyo). We all love you to bits. I will miss my gist and dance partner. Rest on #maami. Big love to my sibs #kunleafo #aremumimostwantedlikecrudeoil.”
In a landmark decision, Justice Obiora Egwuatu has granted bail to 67 minors arrested during the August 2024 “End Bad Governance” protests.
The minors, all under 15 years old, were among 76 young protesters arraigned for allegedly participating in nationwide demonstrations spurred by economic hardship.
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Bail was set at N10 million for each minor, with the requirement of one civil servant as a surety.
The protests, which ran from August 1 to 10, saw citizens in multiple cities—including Abuja, Kaduna, Gombe, Jos, Katsina, and Kano—demanding government reforms and relief from economic struggles.
The 76 detained minors and young adults were part of larger demonstrations that swept across the country, sparking widespread debate on governance, accountability, and economic justice.
In addition to the minors, another 87 adult protesters, predominantly from Kaduna State, are currently being arraigned on severe charges including treason and conspiracy to commit a felony with intent to destabilize Nigeria. The charges, according to court records, fall under Sections 96 and 97 of the Penal Code, which deal with treasonable offenses. If convicted, the penalties could be severe.
Inside the courtroom, the young defendants appeared frail, with several looking visibly malnourished. Four minors, reportedly too weak to stand, had to be assisted out of the courtroom for medical attention, underscoring the difficult conditions they’ve faced since their detention.
This case highlights both the scale of frustration within Nigeria and the complex response by authorities. With economic conditions at the heart of the protests, the fate of these young protesters is being closely watched as a barometer of how Nigeria’s judicial and political systems handle widespread calls for change.
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