RedOfTheNorth

Sixteen years on, history still speaks. For Nigeria, Umaru Musa Yar'Adua is not just a memory, he is a defining chapter. On May 5, 2010, the nation stood still as a leader of rare humility and quiet strength took his final breath. It was not just the passing of a President, it was the closing of a moment in our democratic journey that continues to shape our politics even today. President Yar’Adua was not driven by noise or theatrics. He was guided by principle. His respect for the rule of law was not a slogan, it was a standard he lived by. In an era where power often seeks dominance, he chose restraint, believing firmly that institutions must be stronger than individuals. He carried the burden of leadership with dignity, always conscious of Nigeria’s fragile unity and the need to protect it. His vision was clear: a country governed by systems, not personalities. For many of us, he was more than a leader. He was a reference point. A reminder that integrity in public office is not an illusion, but a choice. Sixteen years later, his absence is still felt. The questions he raised about governance, accountability, and nation-building remain as relevant as ever. Today, we remember not just how he died, but how he lived. We honour a man who chose decency in power, humility in leadership, and faith in Nigeria. Life is fleeting, but legacy endures. May Almighty Allah SWT continue to grant his soul eternal rest in Al-Jannah Firdaus. - AWT

Nigerians are buying fuel for #1,400, and everyone is quiet, like it’s normal???? What is Tinubu doing with our subsidy money??? In a country where minimum wage is 70,000 naira?? You people don’t know how insane that is. If I earn 100k a month nd it takes 4 litres of fuel daily to get to and fro work, I’ll spend 112k on fuel alone every month. U don’t believe me? Let’s do the math. Price of 1 litre of fuel = ₦1,400 Fuel per day = 4 litres Daily fuel cost = 4 × 1,400 = ₦5,600 5 days a week for 4 weeks in a month: Working days per month = 5 × 4 = 20 days Total fuel cost = ₦5,600 × 20 = ₦112,000 So if I dey use 4ltrs go work everyday, I go spend 112k, a month!!! How are Nigerians surviving? How many people even dey use 4ltrs go work everyday? Tinubu has ruined the country, and there are people still campaigning for that piggg!!!

Mutane sun dage kawai soyayya suke, kaman ma basa jin yunwa da zafin nan😒😒

Yadda Arewa twitter ta dauki video yarinyar nan suka dora aka,Dan haka suka dauki matsalolin Arewa da ba haka,Amma kaga su suke ta yada wa

@Aashfinn Shi Kuma gashi DAEMON TARGARYEN 😒😒

@RedOfWinterfell I agree😂

Bari in tura ma saurayi na

@abbakarrrh Nigeria fah mu har yanxu a wanni fannin a jahiliya period muke

Bro to Bro: prioritize leaving this country. You deserve to see the world. You deserve to escape from a shit hole

@sadiqGsadiq I want to be like you when I grow up 😂😂

@RedOfWinterfell Ahhh😂

My babe man, may Allah be pleased with her.

@Obrigado100 @abdool_moh The same day that brig general was cremated the vice president and other key officials were in Maiduguri attending a wedding FFS

@RedOfWinterfell @abdool_moh I mean someone can kill à military general and it will be negotiated and the killers termed repensant wahabi fighters.

I have theory that if we switch locations with people from advanced countries and we give them Nigeria with all the Almajiris, they will fix it. They will fix what we have not been able to fix for generations within a few years. Here is what they will do: They will immediately impose a childbirth limit to contain the numbers just like in China. Unlike Nigeria where the law is a joke, this will be effective because everyone must respect the law and there will be mechanisms in place to ensure that. Also, rich families will be required to adopt Almajiris and government will tax the rich and invest heavily on education of almajiri. (instead of looting the money meant for governance to buy private jets, mansions and send their kids to London, Maldives). But Nigerians would rather look away and everyone would rather look after their own children. The Almajiri you don’t send to school will one day prevent your children from enjoying that life you worked so hard to give them. We are already seeing the consequences in banditry.

When you're just born and you hear your Dad being called Honorable by everyone in the hospital. 😂

Go to many bank’s HQ on the island, you’d see dedicated staff buses moving “expatriates” from their hotels (that the banks pay for) to the office and back. Meanwhile, there’s no such provisions for their indigenous staff members. These guys get paid in dollars, don’t eat Nigerian food and send back their earnings to their country. And trust me, I’ve worked with them and I can say many of our Nigerian technical engineers are as solid. Nigerian employers don’t just rate Nigerian employees like that, it’s a common problem.

Every May 5, We remember the best to ever do it. His Excellency, President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua 🇳🇬

Bro, we are in 2026 and politicians are still talking about good road, light, water. 2026 fa!😫💔

@aa_idris911 Allah yasan damu

Ga zafin gari Ga zafin aljihu

Legacy of the Servant Leader: H.E. Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, 16 Years On Today marks 16 years since our nation lost a dear hero, an icon of integrity, a selfless patriot, and a man I was privileged to call not just my boss, but my brother and worthy partner in service. As I reflect on the passing of President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, I am reminded of the shared passion we both held for a Nigeria where justice is not a slogan, but a lived reality for every citizen. Our partnership was anchored on a common vision: to build an inclusive, united, and just nation. Yar’Adua was a man of quiet but profound conviction who believed that the strength of a country is measured by its commitment to the rule of law and the sanctity of the ballot. He did not just lead; he served with a humility that is rare in the corridors of power, often putting national stability above personal or political gain. His record in peace-building stands as an enduring legacy. He understood that true nation-building requires the courage to admit flaws and the sincerity to fix them. For leaders, the life of Umaru Musa Yar’Adua serves as an enduring lesson. His example teaches us that leadership is a sacred trust, and that progress is only sustainable when it is rooted in transparency, accountability, and a genuine love for the people. Sixteen years later, his strides continue to testify for him. As we remember this "Gentleman President," let us rededicate ourselves to the worthy causes he pursued with such passion. I pray that Almighty Allah (SWT) continues to grant him eternal rest in Al-Jannah Firdaus. -GEJ

Back then dads had 4-5 kids. Nowadays kids have 4-5 dads. Climate change is crazy.

Those uncles and aunties complaining that we don’t call them, do their own kids call our parents?

Before you speak ill about someone else, kindly take a good look in the mirror, you might find more to fix in yourself than in others.

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