The recent CIA disclosure suggesting that Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria’s president, is an active CIA asset should be a wake-up call, not just for Nigerians but for all of Africa and beyond. It may seem, at first glance, like an exaggerated claim—another sensational headline. But if we stop to connect the dots, the implications become deeply unsettling, revealing a disturbing erosion of Nigeria’s independence.
Consider the recent crisis in Niger Republic. Nigeria stood at the edge of a regional conflict that could have unleashed chaos across the Sahel. The situation was de-escalated, but it exposed the tense undercurrents and foreign entanglements shaping West Africa’s future. Thanks to investigative journalists like David Hundeyin, the people were alerted to the precarious balance at play.
In the backdrop, we see France—a former colonial power—losing its traditional strongholds in Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, and now Gabon. This decline in French influence is more than a geopolitical shift; it reflects a broader struggle between a new wave of African sovereignty and the enduring influence of foreign powers.
Understanding the CIA’s statement requires unpacking what it truly means to be an “asset.” In the world of intelligence, an asset is a foreign leader, government official, or influential figure who covertly serves the interests of a foreign agency. In other words, they operate within their own country while advancing the objectives of another—often to the detriment of their own nation’s sovereignty and wellbeing.
The implications here are profound. The leader of Africa’s most populous nation—the world’s largest Black nation—being under the influence of a foreign intelligence agency strikes at the heart of Nigeria’s autonomy. If any functioning democracy were to learn that its head of state was compromised in this way, it would be seen as an outright betrayal of national trust—a treasonous breach of the highest order. But in Nigeria, where institutions meant to protect democracy have been hollowed out, we’re met instead with silence and indifference from the very bodies meant to safeguard the public interest.
For Nigerians willing to look beyond tribal, religious, and political divisions, this should be a moment of reckoning. The issue isn’t merely about one individual; it’s about the integrity and future of Nigeria as a sovereign state. It’s time to move beyond any blind loyalties and recognize the grave implications of such allegations. This is about far more than partisan politics—it’s about our collective future.
Over the years, I have spoken out on Nigeria’s seemingly orchestrated decline. From a crumbling economy to rampant insecurity, these events are not isolated incidents; they are threads in a larger tapestry woven by external forces. The current state of the Nigerian economy, the persistent insecurity in the northern regions, and the destabilizing removal of fuel subsidies all suggest a country in economic warfare. This isn’t accidental; it’s part of a larger strategy aimed at weakening Nigeria’s standing and making it increasingly susceptible to foreign influence.
So, what will Nigerians do with this revelation? Sadly, the West likely already knows the answer: little to nothing. Decades of disillusionment, frustration, and eroded trust in leadership have led to a widespread sense of helplessness and apathy—a response that external powers likely anticipated.
The critical question now is whether this revelation will finally ignite a collective awakening. Will Nigerians demand accountability from those who claim to represent them, or will they continue to watch as their sovereignty slips away? This moment demands that we look beyond superficial differences and recognize the manipulation at play, reclaiming our nation from the shadows of foreign influence.
The time has come for Nigerians to stand united, to hold leaders accountable, and to demand transparency. We are at a crossroads. This isn’t just a political issue—it’s a matter of Nigeria’s very soul, its identity, and its future. Let this be the turning point where we rise as one to take back control of our national destiny and ensure that Nigeria is governed by and for Nigerians alone.
This is a call to action for every Nigerian who believes in our country’s potential, who envisions a sovereign Nigeria free from the strings of foreign puppeteers. Let us make our voices heard and reclaim the Nigeria we deserve.
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