Nigeria in Crisis? Insecurity, Hardship, Politics & Viral AI Scandal Shake the Nation | The Rund

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:00:20 +0000

Nigeria is currently facing a wave of pressing national issues — from rising insecurity and school abductions to the growing cost of living and heated political developments ahead of the 2027 elections. In this episode of The Rundown, we break down the biggest stories shaping public conversation across the country.

We begin with reactions from Nigerian celebrities speaking out over the abduction of school children in Oyo State and the wider insecurity crisis affecting communities. We also examine the sharp rise in kerosene prices and what it means for everyday Nigerian households struggling with inflation and energy costs.

On the political front, we look at early positioning for the 2027 elections, including developments within major political parties and public reactions to viral videos involving alleged political giveaways.

We also dive into one of the most controversial digital stories of the week — the viral AI-generated voice note allegedly linked to President Bola Tinubu, and the fallout involving activist Very Dark Man (VDM), raising serious questions about misinformation, AI manipulation, and trust online.

Finally, we explore trending social media reactions to viral incidents, including student-teacher conflicts and unusual arrest stories making waves across Nigerian platforms.

This is a deep dive into the stories Nigerians are talking about — politics, economy, security, and social media trends all in one place.

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