Let’s start with the most painful story — the fuel tanker explosion in Bida, Niger State. Over 30 people lost their lives after rushing to collect fuel from a fallen tanker. In seconds, everything went up in flames. Videos online were difficult to watch — people crying, others trying to help. It’s the same story we’ve heard too many times, and it hurts because it’s preventable. Bad roads, poor safety measures, and the kind of hardship that pushes people to risk their lives just to get a few litres of fuel. Nigerians are tired of mourning tragedies that could have been avoided.

Meanwhile, on the international front, Nigeria’s Foreign Minister, Yusuf Tuggar, made a bold statement that’s been trending. He said the US tariffs don’t affect Nigeria much, since we have other trade partners like China, India, and Brazil. Basically, he’s saying Nigeria no dey put all its eggs in one basket. It sounds nice on paper, but many Nigerians are side-eyeing that comment — because while global trade might look balanced, local prices still dey humble everybody.

And then, there’s the conversation from abroad that’s shaking the table — US Congress calling out Nigeria over alleged Christian persecution. They’re urging Trump’s government to label Nigeria as a “country of concern.” That kind of international tag can affect our image and economy. Some Nigerians agree with them, others think it’s just foreign interference. Either way, it’s sparking real debate.

From fiery accidents to foreign policies and faith issues, the country’s energy this week has been intense. But one thing remains constant — Nigerians always find strength in the storm. We rant, we cry, we laugh small, and we move again. Because if resilience had a country, it would be this one.

Written by The Gild Blog Team