The Journal of Impactful Communication (TJIC)

  By Ishola Ayodele The best word to describe the state of Nigeria right now is ' Kupenga’ . ‘Kupenga’ is a word from the Shona language of Zimbabwe, which means "to be on the verge of breaking or falling apart. We are sitting on a keg of gun powder waiting to explode if critical issues are not strategically addressed as the wounds of ethnic and religious divisions brought about by the rhetoric, actions and inactions of politicians before, during and after the 2023 presidential election in Nigeria have left deep scars that continue to threaten the unity and progress of the country. It is essential to heal these wounds and rebuild trust among different communities to move the country forward. The incoming administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu has a crucial role to play in this regard. In order to unite the country, gain the trust of the people, and foster cooperation, the administration must take the following quick decisive steps to address the key challenges facing the country ...