100k passport, #BBNaija’s Zita against past winners, trolling Man Utd, others

Another week, another social media roundup and sure, netizens never disappoint. They’re like those school gyrators who show up for every party but always sneak in a touch of chaos. Think of them as the life of the digital party and the instigators of the small fire that inevitably flares up.

This week served up a familiar cocktail: the serious convos that get your brain buzzing, the unserious posts that make you double-tap in laughter, the threads that defy logic (especially from those faceless accounts armed only with numbers but convinced they’re experts on everything), and not forgetting the classic government slip-ups that launch a thousand memes.

We’ve curated the best, and worst, to bring the madness straight to you. Ready? Scroll on and let’s vibe through the social media chaos together.

The social media roundup

Ruth Macaulay, the social media influencer who proudly declares a “deep love for travelling” (though the legal notice seems to limit that passion to Ghana), has called in the heavy hitters, GoodCounsel Associates, a law firm with a logo that shouts “we’re serious” (or at least “check out our snazzy letterhead”).

Their two-page legal letter, dated August 26, 2025, is a glorious tangle of legalese. The demand? Retract the statement, or brace for the might of… a very sternly worded letter complete with an NBA stamp.

Meanwhile, Hundeyin, the journalist who’s evaded Nigerian authorities with ninja-like finesse, is likely chuckling in Ghana at this attempt to drag him to court. The X responses are a comedic goldmine.

Before it got to this, an account had questioned the choices of Aunty Ruth for making interesting comparisons:

Train mis-rails too common?

In a twist that feels all too familiar on Nigeria’s beleaguered rails, the Abuja–Kaduna passenger train derailment, turned a routine journey into a harrowing spectacle of twisted metal and scattered lives, yet again exposing the fragility of a system teetering on the brink of collapse.

The incident’s chilling familiarity, marked by poor maintenance and track defects, ignites a smoldering demand for urgent reforms before the next derailment writes another chapter in this tragic saga.

Young love, funny fighting

The clash between Peller and Jarvis at Seyi Vibez’s concert is a reminder of how quickly a moment of chaos can spiral into a public spectacle, amplifying the pressures of fame and the scrutiny of celebrity relationships in the digital era.

Peller’s protective yet aggressive actions, captured in a viral clip, have ignited a broader conversation about the fine line between care and control, especially within the context of young influencers navigating their public personas.

This incident underscores the relentless cycle of online judgment, where a single frame can overshadow the broader narrative of their lives, challenging both the individuals involved and the audience to reconsider the impact of social media on mental health and personal boundaries.

Unmasking real misogyny

The post by YH vividly captures the visceral anger triggered by a real-life encounter with misogyny, starkly contrasting with the perceived “child’s play” of online debates, reflecting a deeper societal issue rooted in Nigeria’s cultural norms.

This aligns with research indicating that over a third of Nigerian women experience intimate partner violence, often fuelled by attitudes that dismiss women’s agency, as seen in the thread’s anecdotes about preferring male children. Such experiences underscore the need for addressing both overt and subtle patriarchal biases, as psychological analyses suggest misogyny often serves as a mechanism to enforce control rather than mere online rhetoric.

If you want to die shaa die alone

Chai, see how these GLE and RX350 owners dey turn Lagos highways to F1 track, only for them to speed straight into Al-Jannah faster than a danfo driver dodging LASTMA.

Abeg, next time make dem stick to jamming Seyi Vibez tunes instead of racing to meet God with innocent passengers in tow. 😂

Zita’s bold BBNaija prediction

In a sizzling exchange that set tongues wagging, Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate Zita stirred the pot by declaring that Nigerians consistently fumble the ball when picking the show’s winners, boldly predicting Mensan’s victory due to this pattern.

With a sharp jab, Zita argued that voters fixate on flashy, surface-level traits, overlooking the depth and substance that truly define a champion.

Her spicy commentary, delivered with unapologetic flair, has sparked heated debates among fans, leaving us all wondering if Mensan will indeed ride this wave of superficiality to the crown.

Digital rights in the spotlight

Festus Ogun’s lawsuit against Governor Sanwo-Olu for blocking him on Twitter marks a bold stand for digital rights in Nigeria, drawing parallels to the landmark U.S. case Knight First Amendment Institute v. Trump and highlighting the global resonance of such issues.

The case, rooted in Ogun’s criticism of the #EndSARS Lekki toll gate response, underscores the tension between governmental accountability and freedom of expression, especially as a 2023 judicial panel confirmed significant casualties contradicting official accounts.

This legal battle, supported by Ogun’s public interest focus and expertise in constitutional law, could set a precedent for protecting online dissent in an era where social media censorship is increasingly scrutinised worldwide.

Femi Otedola’s NGN172 billion debt saga sparks debate

The X post by @OurFavOnlineDoc exposes a disparity in Nigeria’s financial system, where Femi Otedola’s NGN172 billion debt, stemming from a $500 million loss during the 2008 financial crisis, earned him bank sympathy and restructuring, contrasting sharply with the aggressive tactics small debtors face from loan apps.

This is a sentiment echoed by users like @SamAbims who humuorously lament FairMoney’s pursuit over a 50k debt. General user reactions on X range from intrigue and admiration, as seen with @0esq0 encouraging book purchases, to scepticism about Otedola’s privilege, with @t0be__ noting his father’s gubernatorial background, fuelling a broader debate on nepotism and inequality.

This aligns with economic data showing preferential treatment for high-net-worth individuals and societal critiques of “nepo babies,” suggesting that while Otedola’s memoir offers resilience lessons, it also unintentionally highlights an uneven playing field that many users, like @Dressme31, find both astonishing and disheartening.

Grimsby is now a verb

So, a League Two club beat Mancester United of the Carabao Cup and have been bantered over it since then. Well, they are officially the only banter club since the 2024/25 season and may seem like the only ones for a long time. Maybe Old Trafford literally means an Old Trafford – if you don’t get it…

But, it became more interesting lately after the UCL draw. Bayer Leverkusen now coached by a former Manchester United coach tweeted and…

FG changed it for japarians

Nigeria’s federal government don’t exactly like how y’all are running away so they turned the volume for the rates. If y’all paying all of that for visas and school and to travel agents, may be they should get some of it too, right?

Well, that is what they said in their meeting and decided on. The ministry hinges on integrity of the passport blah blah blah, but we all know it is just another way of taxing Nigerians.