“If it is not fit to live in, then our job is to make it fit.”

Fela Anikulapo–Kuti
(Afrobeat King)

Dear Active Citizen,

President Bola Tinubu returned to Abuja this week after 18 days in Paris and London — a trip described as a working visit and private retreat. But back home, Nigeria bled.

Between April 2^nd and April 15^th, more than 156 Nigerians were killed in brutal attacks across communities in Benue, Plateau, Zamfara, Kaduna, and more. Over 3,000 people displaced, homes torched, and families shattered.

In Benue State, 56 people were murdered in Logo and Gbagir in twin attacks linked to armed herders. In Plateau State, over 100 lives were lost in Bokkos and Bassa LGAs. These are not isolated incidents — they are part of a deepening crisis of insecurity that has gripped the nation.

Yet, no national address. No visit to affected communities. No urgent response from the Commander-in-Chief.

Section 14(2)(b) of the Nigerian Constitution is clear:

“The security and welfare of the people shall be the primary purpose of government.”

This is not a campaign slogan. It’s the law.

We are forced to confront a painful truth — that our leaders are not only distant but indifferent. When citizens are forced to defend themselves, the state resurfaces not to protect, but to suppress. The pattern is clear, and the silence from leadership is loud.

Mr. President, the buck stops at your table. The blood is on your hands too.

It is time for Nigerians to act, not by begging for leadership that has long abandoned its duty, but by organizing, demanding, and holding power to account.

We must:

1. Continue amplifying the stories of those affected.

2. Demand justice for victims.

3. Pressure legislators and governors to act. Find their contact details at shineyoureye.org.

4. Support community-led responses that prioritize safety and dignity.

The state may fail, but the Office of the Citizen remains active and powerful.

Who Defection Epp?

Party defection remains a regular feature of Nigerian politics. Politicians often jump ship when their personal interests are no longer protected within their party. However, it seems an all-time high as we head towards a one-party state.

Citizens, shine your eyes o!

#FixPolitics, WARDC, others task INEC on Senator Natasha's Recall CTC

#FixPolitics, WARDC, EiE Nigeria, and Transition Monitoring Group has called on INEC to provide Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan with the Certified True Copy (CTC) of her recall petition. Despite paying the required fees, INEC has failed to release these documents to the Senator, raising concerns about transparency and due process as petitioners reportedly prepare a second recall attempt.

Read the full press statement here.

Have a great weekend!
The EiE Nigeria Team.