The Channel’s Return
Aisha Yesufu announced the remarkable restoration of her YouTube channel, after its permanent deletion on 29th May 2023. The channel, a platform where Aisha Yesufu discusses a range of topics from politics and governance to financial literacy and family, had been under constant attack by what she describes as “government e-thugs.” Aisha Yesufu’s YouTube Channel is restored after 3 months.
The Impact of the Channel
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 elections, received ardent support from Aisha Yesufu. He certainly recognised the significance of the channel’s restoration. Swiftly taking to Twitter, Peter Obi couldn’t hide his delight at the channel’s return. “The significance of Aisha’s YouTube was indeed enormous,” he began, “especially recalling the pivotal role it played, as highlighted in the European Union Election Observation Mission Nigeria 2023 final report,” he concluded in his tweet.
A Testament to Democracy
Peter Obi further elaborated on the channel’s role in the democratic process, stating, “That was a great testament to the role the YouTube handle has played in deepening the democratic evolution of our dear country. It therefore underscores the importance of diverse views and opinions and why they must be allowed to grow in our dear country.”
The European Union’s Recognition
Aisha Yesufu became aware of the impact her channel had made during the campaign only after the European Union’s report came out. The EU’s final report on the 2023 elections in Nigeria highlighted the channel’s significant role, making its restoration even more crucial for the democratic discourse in the country.
A Victory for Free Speech
The restoration of Aisha Yesufu’s YouTube channel represents not just a personal victory for her, but also a triumph for free speech and democracy in Nigeria. This situation serves as a reminder of the importance of hearing diverse voices in a democratic society. It also highlights the power that these voices can hold.
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