Being a Nigerian is hard enough, and now we have to deal with a government that doesn’t care about us. We face daily struggles with poor infrastructure, inadequate healthcare, and a failing education system. 

Corruption runs rampant, and our leaders seem more interested in their own gain than in improving the lives of the people. We deserve better, but it feels like our voices are not being heard.

Nigeria became independent from British rule on October 1, 1960, with high hopes for a bright and united future. 

However, more than sixty years later, the country faces many problems, and many people believe the government has failed them. 

This research looks at the main areas where the Nigerian government has fallen short since independence, including unstable politics, poor economic management, widespread corruption, and lack of basic services like education and healthcare.

Boko Haram Insurgency:

Boko Haram is a terrorist group that started attacking people in northeast Nigeria in 2009. They’ve killed, kidnapped, and displaced many. The Nigerian government hasn’t been able to stop Boko Haram. Many people feel unsafe and believe the government isn’t protecting them properly.

End SARS Protests and Lekki Toll Gate Shooting:

The End SARS movement began to protest against police brutality, especially by a unit called SARS. Protests grew in 2020, leading to large demonstrations.

On October 20, 2020, soldiers allegedly shot at unarmed protesters at the Lekki Toll Gate. Many Nigerians feel the Nigerian government didn’t handle the situation well and didn’t take responsibility for the violence.

Economic Problems and Unemployment:

Nigeria has a lot of natural resources, but the economy is unstable, and there are high rates of unemployment.

The government has been criticized for not managing the economy well, leading to widespread poverty and many young people leaving the country for better opportunities.

Poor Infrastructure:

Nigeria’s roads, electricity, and healthcare facilities are in poor condition. Despite promises to improve infrastructure, progress has been slow. Corruption often gets in the way, and many areas still lack basic services, making life difficult for people.

Education System:

Nigeria’s schools and universities face many problems, including poor funding, bad facilities, and frequent strikes by teachers.

The government hasn’t been able to fix these issues. Strikes by university teachers disrupt students’ education, and the quality of education has declined.