Nigerians, please if youre going to revolt, march to your nearest registration center and register to vote to participate in the upcoming elections. [...]

Tunisia & Egypt - Lesson learned: Nigeria Should Revolt & Vote!

It is a crucial time in Nigeria as the 2011 elections are fast approaching. Although the diaspora votes will not be included this year doesnt mean those of us far from home will be at a standstill. Hence, the Vote or Quench DC Chapter decided to host a Dial-4-Change Brunch Telethon. Our goal? To make sure that even though our votes would not be [...]

Vote or Quench Dial-4-Change Brunch Telethon USA

On Tuesday, January 11th, 2011 we are asking that you donate your status on any social media vehicle you see fit, from Twitter/Facebook/ Blackberry Messenger/Google Buzz and let people know what change can come to our country #IfNaijaVotes. We are not asking for much, just a little bit of typing. You can run with this one, [...]

January 11, 2011: #IfNaijaVotes

With all the negative press surrounding Nigeria, and actual negative reality, its easy to gloss over the good that is happening. Young Nigerians are taking matters into their own hands, and creating the change they want to see. By highlighting the efforts of these young braves we hope to inspire you where ever you are, [...]

Naijadvocate: 5 Questions for Nmachi Jidenma

Psychologists would tell you that the best therapy for dealing with pain is to forget and let it go. Its a no-brainer why this is so. In that moment you forget, you are numb to memories, immune to despair and deaf to worries; you can put up a smile and actually be convinced that it [...]

Our Beautiful Amnesia

It seemed like the day would never come. I had talked about leaving with everyone I knew, said farewells, even cleared out my apartment, but the thought of boarding an airplane not looking back seemed far fetched. Here I am though, a month later feet firmly planted on Nigerian soil, staring destiny in the face. [...]

Diary of a Returnee: Entry# 1

An attempted bombing last year placed Nigeria – and more importantly, Nigerians – on a watch list, with rather unfortunate consequences. At the time, and in months that followed, Nigerians hoped that the attempted flight bombing would be revealed to be a one off. Arent we after all, among the worlds happiest people? Arent we [...]

About those Independence day bombings

We were blessed to have a young Nigerian submit her expression of her desire for change. Toyosi Kekere-Ekun submitted original photographs which speak a thousand words. Join the movement. Contact us at to have your work published on our site.

Toyosi Faridah Kekere-Ekun Expresses Her Need for Change

I have enormous tracts of land and vast volumes of water, but cannot feed myself. So I spend $1 billion to import rice and another $2 billion on milk. I produce rice, but don’t eat it. I have millions of cows but no milk. I am 50, please celebrate me. I drive the best cars in [...]

Guest Blog: I am 50 Please Celebrate Me

This is a post from a guest blogger that prefers to remain anonymous. Contact us for the chance to have your blog post published on Vote Or Quench.

Guest Blog: What Are We Celebrating with Nigeria at 50?

Does it seem like problems affecting you as a Nigerian youth always go unaddressed? Ever wish you had a platform where you could make your voice heard? Well we would like to give you a place to air out your frustrations; and ask our Presidential candidates: “What Would You Do If You Were President?” Here’s how it [...]

New Initiative: What Would You Do If You Were President?

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"What Would You Do For Me, Mr. President?"

Does it seem like problems affecting you as a Nigerian youth always go unaddressed? Ever wish you had a platform where you could make your voice heard?

Well we would like to give you a place to air out your frustrations; and ask our Presidential candidates: "What Would You Do for Me, Mr. President?

Here's how it works:
Send us a one to two minute video stating your name, where you reside, followed by a problem with Nigeria that affects you on a daily basis. This applies to both Nigerians living at home or abroad. It doesn't have to be professional quality; you can record it on your cell phone, your digital camera, or camcorder. It just needs to be visible and audible.

Send the video by email to .*

This is your chance to let our leaders know what they need to do to get your vote. Start recording!

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