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Friday, August 5, 2022

“Democracy, good governance and modernity cannot be imported or imposed from outside a country.”

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Emile Lahound

(16th Lebanon President)

Dear Active Citizen,It is no news that President Muhammadu Buhari’s government has confirmed its N1.14billion giveaway to the Republic of Niger. The money was to aid Niger in the acquisition of some operational vehicles.

Nigeria’s debt servicing is higher than our revenue, ASUU is on strike, kidnapped train victims are still held captive, 102 #ChibokGirls are still in captivity since 2014, and nowhere in Nigeria can be declared safe. Yet Buhari has been delivering speeches on how to tackle insecurity in other countries.What kind of fake life is this?

According to Section 14 (2)(b) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) “the security and welfare of the people shall be the primary purpose of government."The Buhari government has failed on both counts, no?

Showers of Medals

Tobi Amusan's record breaking win has opened up the doors to the gate of medals for our dear country. Team Nigeria increased its medal haul at the ongoing Commonwealth Games in Birmingham with two podium finishes in the Women’s Discus Event.

Phenomenal Onyekwere Chioma grabbed the Gold medal after a series of outstanding throws while another bright light, Obiageri Amaechi finished on the podium with a Bronze medal in the same event.

Kenya Elections 2022

On August 9, 2022, 22.1 million registered Kenyans will go to the polls to elect the country’s fifth president and successor to the incumbent Uhuru Kenyatta.Even though the focus is mostly on the high-profile presidential contest, across the 47 counties, the electorate will also cast votes for county governors, parliament representatives and other positions.

#BringBackOurGirls!

We remain unflinching in our demands for the remaining girls!Join us every Saturday at Falomo Roundabout, Ikoyi from noon - 1pm.

Opportunities

WE ARE HIRING 📢 📢 Do you have what it takes to fill the following roles? Then, we need you to join our team. To apply, click here.

Stay safe this weekend.The EiE Nigeria Team