tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81367252152638103982024-03-17T19:59:47.962-07:00NEWS TOWER21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.comBlogger269125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-60491064481456272532024-03-06T23:17:00.000-08:002024-03-06T23:17:34.161-08:00Why the Christian-Muslim Ticket Doesn’t Work in Plateau State<p><span style="font-family: georgia;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg07s9KSsx5N-mSWSmQuOoDC-dVObreqjwmGN6FZ_kRe9-_Pex5imGxFH2Dt7H03e0dAM2vquNQ6rAC1usxZog5re1hseBc8YtGpHn3oshUDlmdyyVTkT3QljQg173fr8JPe-kXVVDLcGaIXqqdImZSrR2reFYVy94OYtpUJqnDXbLbimB0EOJgyaZ1XHw/s700/muslim_muslim%20ticket.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="700" height="183" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg07s9KSsx5N-mSWSmQuOoDC-dVObreqjwmGN6FZ_kRe9-_Pex5imGxFH2Dt7H03e0dAM2vquNQ6rAC1usxZog5re1hseBc8YtGpHn3oshUDlmdyyVTkT3QljQg173fr8JPe-kXVVDLcGaIXqqdImZSrR2reFYVy94OYtpUJqnDXbLbimB0EOJgyaZ1XHw/s320/muslim_muslim%20ticket.png" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Muslim-Muslim Ticket of Tinubu and Shettima</td></tr></tbody></table><br />Nigerian
is a nation where politics flows along religious and tribal canals. The sitting
President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is a Muslim
and picked a Muslim running mate during his election. This is something that is
happening for the first time in the history of the democratic presidency in Nigeria.
The issue has generated tons of conversations in favour of and against. The President,
however, chose his running mate based on his calculation of how to secure
victory.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">I
saw a video of an Islamic preacher from Kaduna State talking about why Kaffirs (referring
to Christians) hate <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Mallam</i> Nasiru El
Rufai. He said that El Rufai is hated by Christians because he refused to take
a Christian running mate and still won the election. The Sheik asked why it is
expected of Kaduna when that doesn’t happen in Plateau State.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Well,
I think he acted in ignorance. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There are
three reasons why Muslims are not taken as running mates in Plateau State. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">First
reason is the fact that politicians work with numbers that will give them
victory. In Plateau State, there are about forty tribes, but five stand out as
majority. These are Berom, Taroh, Ngas, Mwaghavul, and Gomai. Since, our
politics often follow tribal lines, a gubernatorial candidate would want to
pick from any of these tribes to ensure victory. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Second
reason is the fact that the Muslims consider it distasteful, giving their votes
to a non-Muslim. In the decades since the coming of democracy in Nigeria,
Plateau Muslims prefer bringing out a Muslim candidate and casting the bulk of their
votes to him, despite knowing it wouldn’t be enough to secure victory. So, a gubernatorial
candidate wouldn’t want to pick a Muslim running mate since it doesn’t change
the opinion of his Muslim brothers. He would prefer picking from any of the
five tribes. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">The
third reason why chances of a Muslim securing the seat of a running mate in
Plateau State is difficult is the fact that Plateau people believe that, across
this country, a Plateau man has never
been chosen as a running mate (and will never be) in any of the remaining thirty-five states. So,
why should it be different in Plateau State?</span><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-4100471731291366392023-12-02T07:49:00.001-08:002023-12-02T07:49:48.160-08:00ChatGPT Admits it Can't Review My Book<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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</div>I requested TRUEGPT to do a Review of my book, How to Become a Music Maestro. This is the result : Unfortunately, as an AI language model, I am not capable of performing a book review or providing an opinion about the quality of a book. However, I can provide general information about the book, "How to Become a Music Maestro" by Yiro Abari High.</div><div><br></div><div>Based on the title, the book appears to be a practical guide for aspiring music artists who want to improve their skills and succeed in the industry. The book is written by Yiro Abari High, who is likely an experienced musician or music teacher.</div><div><br></div><div>From the title and author name, it seems like the book may focus on classical music, as the term "maestro" is often used to describe a conductor or composer in this genre. However, without reading the book, it's difficult to know for sure what topics the author covers.</div><div><br></div><div>The book may include information on music theory, instrument technique, and composition, in addition to advice on how to develop one's musical skills, stage presence, or career as an artist. It's also possible that the author may offer personal anecdotes or case studies of successful artists to provide inspiration and guidance for readers.</div><div><br></div><div>Overall, "How to Become a Music Maestro" seems like it could be a helpful resource for aspiring musicians looking to improve their craft and succeed in the music industry. As with any guide or tutorial, the quality of the information and the style of the writing will ultimately determine how valuable the book is for individual readers.</div>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-36626631891124736422023-11-28T14:14:00.001-08:002023-11-28T14:14:44.419-08:00The Threat Reggae Faces in Contemporary Times <div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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</div> </div><div> Credit : phys.org</div><div>Reggae music is a genre that originated in Jamaica in the 1960s and has since become a popular genre of music worldwide. Reggae music is known for its message of peace, love, and social justice, and has been instrumental in promoting social change and activism. However, despite its widespread popularity, reggae music is not without its challenges and dangers.</div><div><br></div><div>One of the main dangers facing reggae music is censorship. Reggae music has often been associated with controversial and subversive themes that challenge mainstream power structures. Subversive themes such as criticism of government policies or social injustices can be seen as a threat to the established order leading to censorship or outright banning of the music.</div><div><br></div><div>Jamaica, the birthplace of reggae music, has a long history of censorship and repression of music, particularly if it contains lyrics that are perceived as promoting violence or going against the cultural or religious values of the community. In 1985, for instance, the Jamaican government banned the music of influential reggae artist Peter Tosh, claiming that his lyrics were promoting violence and disrespect for authority.</div><div><br></div><div>Additionally, the worldwide popularity of reggae music has led to the commercialization and commodification of the genre. The corporatization of reggae music has led to a homogenization of the sound for the sake of wider appeal to consumers. This has led to a situation where the original meaning and purpose of the genre has been lost in the pursuit of commercial success.</div><div><br></div><div>The commercialization of reggae music has also led to cultural appropriation, where artists outside of Jamaica have taken on the reggae sound and style without understanding the culture and history behind it. This lack of understanding can trivialize the struggles of Jamaica that are reflected in reggae music and reduce it to a mere trend.</div><div><br></div><div>Another danger facing reggae music is the marginalization of female artists. Reggae music has traditionally been a male-dominated industry, with very few female artists being promoted or given equal opportunities. Women in reggae music have often been dismissed or relegated into the background, with their contributions not being recognized fully.</div><div><br></div><div>Moreover, the very nature of the music industry means that many reggae artists live difficult lives of poverty and struggle for recognition and pay. This struggle is particularly acute for those artists who have not aligned themselves with the mainstream and are more susceptible to market forces that can limit their reach and potential.</div><div><br></div><div>In conclusion, reggae music has been a powerful contributor to change and revolution in society. However, its significance continues to face challenges from censorship and commodification to cultural appropriation and marginalization of female artists. These difficulties require that steps be taken to preserve the integrity and meaning of the genre both to those who have loved it for decades as well as to those who are newly discovering it. While individual artists can use their voice to push back against commercialization and marginalization and continue to advocate for social justice, it will take a collective commitment to keep the roots of reggae alive while also ensuring it grows to reach a wider audience.</div>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-5304890392122292322023-11-27T09:02:00.001-08:002023-11-27T09:02:46.922-08:00AI Tools for Photo Editing <div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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</div>There are several artificial intelligence (AI) tools that can be used to edit photos. Here are some popular options:</div><div><br></div><div>1. Adobe Sensei: Adobe Sensei is an AI-powered image editing tool that is built into applications such as Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, and Premiere Pro. Adobe Sensei can be used for a variety of tasks, including image enhancement, object removal, and image compositing.</div><div><br></div><div>2. NVIDIA GauGAN: NVIDIA GauGAN is an AI-powered tool that can be used to create photo-realistic landscapes or scenes. It uses deep learning algorithms to analyze and combine different elements from photos to create new, highly detailed images.</div><div><br></div><div>3. Canva: Canva is a graphic design tool that uses AI to suggest different design elements and layouts based on the user's input. The tool can be used to edit images and create custom designs with minimal effort.</div><div><br></div><div>4. Prisma: Prisma is a mobile app that uses AI-powered filters to edit photos and transform them into works of art. The app uses deep learning algorithms to analyze and enhance photos and applies artistic styles to create unique visual effects.</div><div><br></div><div>5. Fotor: Fotor is a powerful online photo editor that uses AI technology to enhance images and remove blemishes, background, and unwanted objects. It has an easy-to-use interface and can be used to create collages, photo cards, and other personalized designs.</div><div><br></div><div>In conclusion, there are several AI-powered tools available that can be used to edit photos and enhance their visual quality. Each tool has its unique features and strengths, and selecting the most suitable option ultimately depends on your specific editing needs.</div>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-44424940259879023592023-11-27T08:58:00.001-08:002023-11-27T08:58:35.802-08:00Do Contraceptives Cause Infertility in Women? <div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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</div>The Relationship Between Contraceptives and Barrenness<br></div><div><br></div><div>Contraceptives are a widely used form of birth control that provides individuals and couples with an option to plan and space their pregnancies according to their needs. While contraceptives have been effective in reducing the number of unplanned pregnancies, there is a common misconception that they may cause barrenness or infertility. In this article, we explore the relationship between contraceptives and barrenness.</div><div><br></div><div>1. Contraceptives do not cause barrenness.</div><div><br></div><div>It is a common misconception that the use of contraceptives can lead to infertility or barrenness. However, studies have shown that there is no evidence to support this claim. The use of contraceptives does not cause permanent infertility or damage to reproductive organs. Instead, contraceptives provide individuals with a temporary form of birth control that ceases once the contraceptive is no longer being used.</div><div><br></div><div>2. Discontinuation of contraceptive use and temporary infertility.</div><div><br></div><div>While contraceptives do not cause barrenness, discontinuing the use of contraceptives can result in temporary infertility. This occurs because most contraceptives regulate the menstrual cycle by preventing ovulation. When contraceptive use is stopped, it can take a few months for the menstrual cycle to regulate, and ovulation to resume. Therefore, it is possible for conception to be delayed after discontinuing the use of contraceptives, but it does not cause permanent infertility.</div><div><br></div><div>3. Fertility can be restored after discontinuing contraceptive use.</div><div><br></div><div>When contraceptives are discontinued, fertility is typically restored within a few months, and conception is possible. In some cases, fertility may return immediately after stopping the use of contraceptives. Therefore, the use of contraceptives does not negatively impact an individual's fertility in the long run.</div><div><br></div><div>4. Exceptions to contraception use and fertility.</div><div><br></div><div>There are some situations where contraceptives may not be suitable for an individual or couple, and fertility may be affected. These situations include pre-existing medical conditions or a history of infertility. If an individual or couple has concerns about their fertility regarding the use of contraceptives, it is important to consult with a doctor or fertility specialist to discuss their options.</div><div><br></div><div>In conclusion, there is no evidence to support the claim that the use of contraceptives causes barrenness or infertility. Contraceptives provide safe and effective temporary birth control options and do not cause permanent damage to reproductive organs. While it is possible for the use of contraceptives to delay conception temporarily, fertility typically returns after discontinuing its use. If an individual or couple has concerns about their fertility regarding contraceptive use, they should seek advice from a medical professional.</div>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-68146894005825392572023-11-27T08:54:00.001-08:002023-11-27T08:54:16.683-08:00Diseases that are Difficult to Diagnose <div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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</div><br></div><div>There are several microbial infections that can be difficult to diagnose, either because they have nonspecific symptoms or because conventional diagnostic techniques may not be reliable. Here are some examples:</div><div><br></div><div>1. Lyme disease: A bacterial infection transmitted by tick bites, Lyme disease can be difficult to diagnose because its symptoms (fever, fatigue, muscle pain, headache, and a bull's-eye rash) are similar to those of other illnesses. Additionally, the standard diagnostic test for Lyme disease (ELISA) can produce false-negative results in its early stages.</div><div><br></div><div>2. Tuberculosis: Tuberculosis (TB) is a bacterial infection that primarily affects the lungs. Its symptoms (cough, fever, weight loss, and night sweats) can be nonspecific and resemble those of other respiratory infections, making it difficult to diagnose. Additionally, the current diagnostic test for TB (skin test or chest X-ray) may not detect all cases, particularly in people with weakened immune systems.</div><div><br></div><div>3. HIV: HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a viral infection that attacks the immune system and can lead to AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). Early signs of HIV may be mild and can be mistaken for other infections. The definitive diagnosis can only be made through specific blood tests that detect HIV antibodies or viral RNA.</div><div><br></div><div>4. Hepatitis B and C: Hepatitis B and C are viral infections that affect the liver and can cause chronic liver disease. Symptoms may be absent or mild, making it difficult to diagnose. In some cases, standard tests for hepatitis may not detect the virus, or the virus may initially remain dormant in the liver for years before causing symptoms.</div><div><br></div><div>5. Malaria: Malaria is a parasitic infection transmitted by mosquitoes. Its symptoms (fever, chills, headache, and muscle pain) can be similar to those of other illnesses such as the flu. There are several diagnostic tests available, but they may not be 100% reliable, particularly in cases of low-level infections.</div><div><br></div><div>In conclusion, some microbial infections are difficult to diagnose due to nonspecific symptoms or unreliable diagnostic techniques. It is important to seek medical attention if you experience any concerning symptoms and to inform your doctor of any recent travel or exposure to infectious agents.</div>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-62069979656150770422023-11-27T08:39:00.001-08:002023-11-27T09:07:40.506-08:00Kizz Daniel: Why a Grammy Nomination Remains Difficult <div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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</div>. Kizz Daniel. Sourced from Artist's Instagram page. </div><div><br></div><div>Why Kizz Daniel Was Not Nominated For A Grammy Award: Possible Reasons</div><div><br></div><div>In Nigeria's music industry, Kizz Daniel is undoubtedly one of the most talented and unique musicians. He is known for his distinct voice, catchy tunes, and meaningful lyrics. Despite his talent and consistent growth as an artist, Kizz Daniel has not yet been nominated for a Grammy award. This has been a source of disappointment for his numerous fans and supporters. In this article, we explore some possible reasons why Kizz Daniel has not been nominated for a Grammy award.</div><div><br></div><div>1. The Grammys don't have an Afrobeat category.</div><div><br></div><div>Kizz Daniel's music is a blend of various genres, including Afrobeat, Afro-pop, and highlife. Although Afrobeat has been growing in popularity around the world, the Grammy awards do not have a specific category for the genre. This has made it challenging for African artists to be recognized in their respective genres. Therefore, it could be that Kizz Daniel's music has not been properly classified by the Grammy awards committee.</div><div><br></div><div>2. Lack of exposure in the USA.</div><div><br></div><div>Another possible reason why Kizz Daniel has not been nominated for a Grammy award could be attributed to his limited exposure in the US music market. The Grammy awards are largely dominated by American artists, and it is rare for an artist from outside the US to get nominated, except they have significant recognition and visibility in the US. Although Kizz Daniel has a significant following in Africa and other parts of the world, his music may not have received significant attention and recognition in the United States.</div><div><br></div><div>3. Lack of campaigns for a Grammy nomination.</div><div><br></div><div>It is possible that Kizz Daniel's team has not been actively campaigning for a Grammy nomination. The Grammy awards are highly competitive, and the nominees are selected through a rigorous process that considers various factors, including an artist's achievements, their record sales, and industry recognition. Kizz Daniel's team may not have been putting in the effort to position him to be in the running for a Grammy nomination.</div><div><br></div><div>4. Competition from other African artists.</div><div><br></div><div>There are many other talented African artists who may have a better chance at getting nominated for a Grammy award. Some of these artists include Burna Boy, Wizkid, and Davido, who have had significant success in their music careers and have been recognized on the global stage. Kizz Daniel may be overshadowed by these artists in terms of recognition and exposure.</div><div><br></div><div>5. The Grammy award nomination process is selective.</div><div><br></div><div>The Grammy awards committee has a specific criterion for selecting nominees, and being nominated for a Grammy award is a highly selective process. It is possible that Kizz Daniel's music may not have met the Grammy awards committee's standards or fits within their specific guidelines for nominations.</div><div><br></div><div>Conclusion</div><div><br></div><div>In conclusion, Kizz Daniel's lack of a Grammy nomination can be attributed to various factors, including the absence of an Afrobeat category, lack of exposure in the US music market, the absence of active campaigns for a Grammy nomination by his team, competition from other African artists, and the highly selective nature of the Grammy awards nomination process. Nevertheless, Kizz Daniel has continued to thrive and achieve great success in his music career, and his fans will continue to support him.</div>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-62191309865575793582023-11-27T08:33:00.001-08:002023-11-27T08:33:25.915-08:00Roots of Political Instability in Africa <div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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</div><br></div><div>Political instability in Africa can arise from a variety of factors, including:</div><div>1. Weak institutions and governance: A lack of strong institutions and ineffective governance can result in political instability. Weakness in state institutions such as the judiciary, the police, and the electoral commission can lead to corrupt practices and abuse of power.</div><div><br></div><div>2. Ethnic and religious divisions: Africa has a diverse mix of ethnic and religious groups which can sometimes lead to conflict. Political leaders often exploit these divisions to gain support or suppress opposing groups, which can result in violence and instability.</div><div><br></div><div>3. Economic factors: Economic hardship and inequality can fuel political instability. High levels of poverty and unemployment often create social tensions, which can lead to protests and political unrest.</div><div><br></div><div>4. Foreign intervention: Foreign intervention in African politics has at times destabilized regimes and created chaos in the African continent. Some interventions have been pursued with good intentions, while others have served the interests of outside countries at the expense of African stability.</div><div><br></div><div>5. Terrorism: The emergence of militant groups such as Boko Haram, Al-Shabaab, and ISIS in parts of Africa has led to political instability in some countries. These groups perpetrate violence against civilians and government forces, destabilizing communities and forcing people to flee their homes.</div><div><br></div><div>6. Historical tensions: Some countries in Africa have a history of colonialism, civil war, and political turmoil, which can create deep-seated tensions that continue to fuel political instability.</div><div><br></div><div>In conclusion, political instability in Africa is caused by a complex array of factors, and addressing these issues will require sustained efforts to strengthen governance institutions, address economic inequality and promote social cohesion. Efforts also need to be made to address the root causes of conflicts, adopt effective preventive measures, and ensure the participation of all stakeholders in the development and governance processes.</div>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-51163643836131226272023-11-24T02:28:00.000-08:002023-11-24T02:28:26.300-08:00Why Bob Marley Never Received a Grammy<p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeik3lfd_eykZh4YuR9Eoc3owluZRDSD5V1JUAgp9bvkHbeIRyEb4AsA1Aeh5Swn60syrTfWVOzt3f-umIo-HILCljPj7NhNQd8T2aLok4weUuQuWmfgAPGn7s__LlDFFx5pnc28OTq2jQGXVOZhbP_NjiN-6ySsaidTD5DylzAjTccvSAPH0EPSNx3DM/s432/Bob%20Marley.PNG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="258" data-original-width="432" height="262" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeik3lfd_eykZh4YuR9Eoc3owluZRDSD5V1JUAgp9bvkHbeIRyEb4AsA1Aeh5Swn60syrTfWVOzt3f-umIo-HILCljPj7NhNQd8T2aLok4weUuQuWmfgAPGn7s__LlDFFx5pnc28OTq2jQGXVOZhbP_NjiN-6ySsaidTD5DylzAjTccvSAPH0EPSNx3DM/w439-h262/Bob%20Marley.PNG" width="439" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bob Marley. Credit: https://www.udiscovermusic.com<br /><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: georgia;">Bob Marley is recognized worldwide as one of the most iconic
musicians of all time, and his music has served as a source of inspiration for
various generations. However, despite his immense talent, Bob Marley never won
a Grammy award during his lifetime. While this has been a subject of debate for
many fans and music enthusiasts, there are several reasons why the reggae
legend may have been overlooked by the Grammy Awards committee.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">1. Reggae music was not widely popular in the US: During Bob
Marley's time, Reggae music was not as popular in the United States as it was
in other parts of the world like the Caribbean, Jamaica, and Europe. Reggae
music was often seen as a niche genre and was not widely played on mainstream
radio stations. This made it difficult for Reggae artists such as Bob Marley to
gain the same level of recognition in the highly competitive US music industry.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">2. Lack of representation in Grammy categories: During the
early years of the Grammy Awards, there were no specific categories for Reggae
music. It was not until 1984 that the Best Reggae Album category was
established. Prior to that, Reggae music was lumped in with other genres in the
Best World Music or Best Ethnic or Traditional Folk Recording categories. The
lack of a specific category for Reggae music may have made it difficult for Bob
Marley to earn a Grammy nomination.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">3. Political views may have been a factor: Bob Marley was
known for his strong political views and activism. He used his music as a
platform to speak out against social injustice and inequality, which made him
unpopular with some powerful interests and individuals. Some critics suggest
that Bob Marley's views may have affected his chances of getting a Grammy
nomination.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">4. The Grammy Award nomination process is selective: The
Grammy Awards are highly selective, and not all deserving artists win awards.
Several factors are taken into consideration during the selection process,
including an artist's record sales, accomplishments, and the industry's
recognition. While Bob Marley had major success outside the US, his commercial
success in the US was relatively limited during his lifetime.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">In conclusion, Bob Marley's lack of Grammy recognition
during his lifetime could be attributed to several factors such as the limited
popularity of Reggae music in the US, lack of representation in Grammy
categories, his political views, and the highly selective nature of the Grammy
awards nomination process. However, Bob Marley's legacy has continued to
transcend time, and his music remains a source of inspiration for many around
the world</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p><span style="font-family: georgia;"> </span></o:p></p>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-63710525911324075122023-11-24T02:21:00.000-08:002023-11-24T02:21:47.295-08:00Rasta Controversies Stem from Discrimination<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirPY_BDUrH3CkWG692bCQWDbFyVTZYEOPjkQnrGXLsIe13qOFEQt3MSzhqC0SYb1wA6zzahJOLAZPB_qRVuk-1vH0qiYmqfSZT4Ii4dgVlpXFsBXCxO2i1XEwUcV2MCAlwaLJkXot0RBq5TKYKEc1LsSfWh5BTeu3O8KPEphAyMOU51SWSSXJyEc3KHtM/s416/rastaman.PNG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="273" data-original-width="416" height="210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirPY_BDUrH3CkWG692bCQWDbFyVTZYEOPjkQnrGXLsIe13qOFEQt3MSzhqC0SYb1wA6zzahJOLAZPB_qRVuk-1vH0qiYmqfSZT4Ii4dgVlpXFsBXCxO2i1XEwUcV2MCAlwaLJkXot0RBq5TKYKEc1LsSfWh5BTeu3O8KPEphAyMOU51SWSSXJyEc3KHtM/s320/rastaman.PNG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: georgia;">The Rastafari faith or movement has been controversial in
some circles, mainly because of their unique beliefs and practices. Here are
some reasons why the Rastafari movement can be considered controversial:</span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">1. Use of marijuana: The Rastafari movement has long been
associated with the use of marijuana, which they consider to be a sacrament and
a means of achieving spiritual consciousness. However, the use of marijuana is
illegal in many countries, which has led to the persecution of Rastafarians.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Answer: Rastas argue that there is no religion without
controversies and that many nations are now legalizing the smoking of Marijuana
at the moment. This means that the larger society is only beginning to see its
relevance decades after Rastas had seen it. When a new culture emerges, it will
always find opposition against mainstream culture.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">2. Dreadlocks: Another controversial aspect of the Rastafari
movement is the wearing of dreadlocks, which is considered a symbol of the
movement. However, some people view dreadlocks as unprofessional or unkempt.
This has led to Rastafarians being discriminated against in schools and
workplaces.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Answer: Rasta is a belief. If you believe something to be
right, you stand by it regardless of the persecution that comes with sticking
to your beliefs.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">3. Afrocentric beliefs: The Rastafari movement is a
Pan-African movement that emphasizes African heritage and culture. Rastafarians
believe that Africa is the birthplace of humanity and that Ethiopian Emperor
Haile Selassie is a divine figure. This belief system challenges Eurocentric
views and has led to clashes with mainstream culture.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Answer: Everywhere around the world, inter-religious clashes
that leave behind huge devastation in their wake have always been witnessed.
Clashes between Rastas and the enemies are isolated when compared to what
happens between these mainstream religions.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">4. Repatriation: The Rastafari movement promotes the
repatriation of Africans to Africa, particularly Ethiopia, which is viewed as
the spiritual homeland. This belief has been called unrealistic and impractical
by some critics.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Answer: Often you hear other races telling black people to
go back to Africa. Many Rastas have
moved back to Africa. Rita Marley has been living in Ghana for more than twenty
years. Franky Paul, a Jamaican Reggae artist died in the Gambia. So, what makes
it unrealistic?</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">5. Perceived anti-establishment views: Rastafarians have
been viewed as anti-establishment because of their opposition to political and
social institutions. They believe in living outside the mainstream and living a
natural and simple life. This has led to clashes with police and governments,
who often view Rastafarians as a threat.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Answer: the establishment has always discriminated against
the black Diaspora. Take the case of Jim Crow laws in the US.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">The founders of the main religion suffered opposition while
he struggled to spread his beliefs. Jesus Christ was crucified and Prophet
Mohammed had to flee from Mecca to Medina to escape persecution.</span></p>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-25199957165268933832023-11-11T09:09:00.007-08:002023-11-11T09:09:52.707-08:00 Ember Months in Nigeria<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU8kv0kkM_5lT39bg7dlVEGNX-Z3Zy01GbLkZCdWxeORoSXc_BcbuZgfLIqU-IqIDAzT6nzA1N494yigRVyhM4xZLRNuDeNHN2sPu6S-FEb6-v-xgh9JjfFmPRSuuqIxii0lcsa0UoJfo5YhTjSRd7eRFs-0PlBEUf4dd_zeoFr-fz7PEqy4y1twR6mVk/s4160/vom%20junction.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="4160" height="285" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU8kv0kkM_5lT39bg7dlVEGNX-Z3Zy01GbLkZCdWxeORoSXc_BcbuZgfLIqU-IqIDAzT6nzA1N494yigRVyhM4xZLRNuDeNHN2sPu6S-FEb6-v-xgh9JjfFmPRSuuqIxii0lcsa0UoJfo5YhTjSRd7eRFs-0PlBEUf4dd_zeoFr-fz7PEqy4y1twR6mVk/w593-h285/vom%20junction.jpg" width="593" /></a></div><p style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">In Nigeria, what do “ember” months mean?</span><span style="font-family: georgia;"> </span><span style="font-family: georgia;">This refers to the last four months of the
year, which all end with the five letters e-m-b-e-r.</span></p><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">The Federal Road Safety Commission, FRSC, was founded to minimize
the high rates of highway crashes in Nigeria. The commission, in its survey,
realized that the high level of deaths on our highways is disproportionately
higher during the period. Every year, when the ember months come, the FRSC steps
up its battle to minimize the level of road crashes by embarking on awareness,
through media channels. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">In Nigeria, many prefer to spend Christmas in ancestral
homes. Thus, there is often a high level of migration. Such migrations are most
common to the people of the southeastern region of Nigeria. The roads are
busier, thereby escalating the possibility of vehicular accidents. Aside from that,
the high levels of migration present a window for motorists, who move people
for money. They drive at horrific speeds to make as many trips as possible. As is
often said though, speed kills. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Highway activities have, however, failed to account for a
small proportion of the strange level of deaths often recorded only during the
ember months. At the end of the year, people just want a total Christmas, one
that even deviates from what Christmas is supposed to be about. There will be
business partners who will rat on their colleagues. There will be men or women
who believe in money-making through rituals. They will kill their victims leaving
bizarre remains of the victim, after wrenching the eyes, tongues, and private parts of their victims. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">The ember month period is a perilous period of the year when
wise people are considerate of all that is pertinent.</span><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-14016102857017223442023-10-15T02:47:00.008-07:002023-10-15T03:26:24.793-07:00Could All of Us Be Polyandrous?<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Recently, a video
surfaced on social medai portraying Irigwe people as practicing polyandry, a
marriage practice where a single woman marries more than one man simultaneously,
sleeping with one husband today and sleeping with another tomorrow. The video is
offensive to Irigwe people, not for any reason other than the fact that the
video attaches Irigwe people to an identity that isn’t theirs plus the fact
that they view such a practice with scorn. </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">The Irigwes are found
in the southwestern part of Bassa in the north of Plateau State, Nigeria. A drive
from Jos, the biggest city in Plateau State, to the heart of Irigweland would
barley last for twenty five minutes. Thus, it isn’t a corner of the world that
is so remote and vague to warrant the type of parody Lerin’s video sold. </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcBQDS-WL4dakcYeUaMDgC_YL46DUTUZUGJd5RAihM6m-ZzA_X8Qah7MwSKfCq_cx1TueCNtrv9WsutRvXG8FEjkueAi1_VXqLsf2NfDLpiWU7UA-Y8lv8kuOD94EO91UUxUJArCRk3zqnYQZUDvTH93FQtB_3WIOsBMjVY1xTaZLQQPBSXbQXrMICliM/s466/lerin.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="466" data-original-width="394" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcBQDS-WL4dakcYeUaMDgC_YL46DUTUZUGJd5RAihM6m-ZzA_X8Qah7MwSKfCq_cx1TueCNtrv9WsutRvXG8FEjkueAi1_VXqLsf2NfDLpiWU7UA-Y8lv8kuOD94EO91UUxUJArCRk3zqnYQZUDvTH93FQtB_3WIOsBMjVY1xTaZLQQPBSXbQXrMICliM/s320/lerin.png" width="271" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lerin Nicodemus. credit: Gistreel.com</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table> </span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Before the coming of
Christianity to Irigweland, there was a traditional marriage practice. If a
woman marries her husband and later feels unsatisfied, the man comes back, one
day, to discover that she is gone. On inquiry, close friends will mention a
particular village she often talked about. The man sets out the next day to
find his wife and restore his marriage. He finds the man in whose house his
wife slept. The man hosts him in the conventional way you would host a guest
and then sends him off with his wife. If the woman is determined to marry that
strange man, she goes again. The husband repeats the process of restoring his
marriage until she goes the third time, when he would have given up. <span> </span>If she is still not satisfied she goes again,
to a third man. This is what Walter Sangree, an American anthropologist,
referred to as secondary and tertiary marriages in his deeply researched
writings about Irigwe people.<span> </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Could this marriage
practice be what Lerin NIchodemous referred to as polyandry in her video?<span> </span>If so, then we are all attached to polyandry,
one way or the other. Take the case of a marriage practice, in some cultures,
where a man can give his wife a double or triple divorce. When this happens,
she must be married to two or three different men (as the case may be) at different
times before meeting the criteria for remarrying her first husband. </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">There are practices
that look strange in many other cultures. Take the case of a man who offers his
wife for a night to a man that visits him. It is part of the hospitality to the
visiting man, especially if he appears handsome. </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">The Irigwes are
polygamists. A man can marry as much as four wives, if he so desires. Thus, they
cannot be polygamous and polyandrous simultaneously. </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">Lerin looked and
sounded so confident in her video that one would think she deeply researched on
the topic before posting. As said in the preceding part of this writing, Irigwe
land isn’t too far away. Thus, it is accessible. If Lerin looks around her, she
is likely going to find Irigwe neigbours, as long as it is within the borders
of Nigeria. She could also visit Irigweland and see things herself. <span> </span><span> </span></span></span></p>
21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-4308316806932068842023-10-06T03:04:00.005-07:002023-10-06T03:10:24.364-07:00Nigeria Now a Fully Capitalist Nation<p><span style="font-family: georgia;"></span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs6LUn2ibI9DqMD6pmX27tDHSSphlPlPs8K2hxnxhGkB1epKFkr3XkjAG3KIl-LrP0uLtDzgkD0tUwMB3g7m56ZXXE0tUnsB7JmYn-YKviTJ7v5Pkf-kx-vFXjcaXM5XI0-9pHpyEbd2S845PXoZ1ztawrP5H0-q7fmpeFz5Byh3hyphenhyphenxP5CDfCh6JGWSiM/s251/Tinubu.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><img border="0" data-original-height="251" data-original-width="201" height="251" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs6LUn2ibI9DqMD6pmX27tDHSSphlPlPs8K2hxnxhGkB1epKFkr3XkjAG3KIl-LrP0uLtDzgkD0tUwMB3g7m56ZXXE0tUnsB7JmYn-YKviTJ7v5Pkf-kx-vFXjcaXM5XI0-9pHpyEbd2S845PXoZ1ztawrP5H0-q7fmpeFz5Byh3hyphenhyphenxP5CDfCh6JGWSiM/s1600/Tinubu.jpg" width="201" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">President Bola Tinubu</span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: georgia;"><br />In Jamaica, Rastas insist what they practice is not
Rastafarianism. It is just Rasta, they say. They say the word “Rastafarianism”
is an invention of journalism. They wouldn’t want to be associated with any
word with the suffix “ism” since they are often associated exploitation.
Examples of such exploitations are capitalism, colonialism, nepotism, etc. </span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Today, Nigeria is now a fully a capitalist nation as
against the mix economic setting we had and which is right for a nation in our
circumstance. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">In capitalism every service provided the people is
aimed at making profits and one can rise to as high as his talent and hard work
can take him. It is considered evil because it creates a situation where a few
people have everything, while too many people have nothing, to quote Jimmy
Cliff. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">On the other side of the coin, you find the more
humane Socialism. In Socialism, there is a limit to where investors can venture
into. Government in such economic environments feel that certain basic services
like water supply, electricity, cooking gas, etc, shouldn’t be left in the
hands of people who are all out for profits. This is because a lot of poor
people may find it difficult to afford such services, despite the services
being fundamental to human existence. It was the reason why Nigeria practiced a
mix of the two, allowing people like Aliyu Dan Gote to invest in certain areas
of the economy but keeping water supply, electricity, gas, kerosene, diesel and
other basic social services to itself. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">But right now, Nigeria has withdrawn its intervention
in many of these services, and life is now agonizing. Nigeria has not only
handover electric power provision to capitalists; it has withdrawn, albeit
slowly, the subsidy it was been paying in this area. In the area of water
supply, the taps are dry and people have to resort to buying from <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">mai ruwa</i> with the health risk that such poses.
Subsidies on all petroleum products have been totally withdrawn, leaving us
totally in the hands of capitalists. This is the very decision of the
authorities that feels like a red hot knife is drilling into our hearts. It is
the aspect of government’s neutrality on social services that has inspired this
writing. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Why did the Nigerian Government pull off support to
this basic service? It is because it is eating up a huge chunk of the national
budget, not just because the refined petroleum products are imported, but
because it has provided a fertile ground for dishonesty to bloom in manner that
is terrifying. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Nigeria is about the fifth oil-producing nation in
the world. Sadly, the refined petroleum products used in Nigeria are imported,
since the refineries in Nigeria are grounded and the government has been unable
to breathe life into them again. So, the government goes to foreign nations to
buy the products at prices ordinary people in those countries buy. There will
be charges paid for shipment to Nigeria and more to serve as profits to
importers. It is important to note that Nigerians aren’t paid equally as
citizens in those nations. So, if a liter of oil in those countries is the equivalent
of seven hundred naira, for instance, it will mean nothing to the citizens of
those countries, but makes life horrible to us in Nigeria. It explains why
Nigerians prefer to go and work abroad.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">If Nigerians must be happy, its citizens must have
to be paid as high as citizens in the countries from where Nigeria imports the
petroleum products. It is either this, or the Nigerian government gets the refineries
working optimally, seal the “porous’ borders and then bring back subsidy. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">The refineries in Nigeria were the kitchen where the
food that we grow is cooked and served to everyone. Since the kitchen doesn’t work
anymore, daddy has to go and buy from restaurants. The cost is too high for him
to bear, so he decided to let every child feed himself. </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-7718865330697434162023-10-06T02:49:00.007-07:002023-10-15T03:28:12.335-07:00Minimum Wages in Some African Countries<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-element-anchor-horizontal: column; mso-element-anchor-vertical: paragraph; mso-element-frame-hspace: 9.0pt; mso-element-wrap: around; mso-element: frame; mso-height-rule: exactly; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">$40.00</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-element-anchor-horizontal: column; mso-element-anchor-vertical: paragraph; mso-element-frame-hspace: 9.0pt; mso-element-wrap: around; mso-element: frame; mso-height-rule: exactly; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">South
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21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-86844032738550612142023-09-24T01:55:00.003-07:002023-09-24T10:52:35.780-07:00Mohbad: The Difficulty of a Guilty Verdict<p><span style="font-family: georgia;"></span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4uUGy_iEvip7ALP9FdKM8G43V-LZPNWzAnQMpfBhpfzCHAx2a3sjVO0ba-Gr8zDhS1jrtFzb2yYnrYtMkRCDwr3-h26CWHneUKQKVVf0ScWX-k6NsdNXaHUjbnfh8zFL1eXOnZPfZCiufleGsjo1qTX8KOhzwB5TAE3ZUlkqUkgoyjqTrnuH-qyFOlvc/s318/Mbad.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><img border="0" data-original-height="318" data-original-width="318" height="318" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4uUGy_iEvip7ALP9FdKM8G43V-LZPNWzAnQMpfBhpfzCHAx2a3sjVO0ba-Gr8zDhS1jrtFzb2yYnrYtMkRCDwr3-h26CWHneUKQKVVf0ScWX-k6NsdNXaHUjbnfh8zFL1eXOnZPfZCiufleGsjo1qTX8KOhzwB5TAE3ZUlkqUkgoyjqTrnuH-qyFOlvc/s1600/Mbad.jpg" width="318" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Mohbad. Creit: https://www.premiumtimesng.com/</span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: georgia;"><br />Everyone expects Naira
Marley, the Nigerian Afrobeat sensation and CEO of Marlian Records, ending up on
the gallows or at least spend the rest of his life or a greater part of it in jail.
This follows the sudden death of Mohbad,
an artist signed to Marlian Records, a music recording label owned by Naira
Marley. Mohbad died in a mysterious situation at a prime age of twenty seven.</span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">By now, everyone knows
Mohbad had reported that Marlian Records tried to end his life, following a
visit he made to Naira Marley’s house. Months later, he died. Right now, the
prime suspect is Marley and his close associates, one of which is a guy named
Sam Larry. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">The point now is that,
when Mohbad died, there was no physical harm done to him –no gun shot, no stab,
no gore... What is suspected is that he performed somewhere in Lagos where juju
could have been used to end his life. But also, an ear infection is suspected.
The law works only in the real world, but not in the realm of spirits. So, the
possibility of juju as the cause of his death will definitely be thrown away.
If however, the prosecution lawyer can prove that Marley is responsible for the
ear infection or link Marley to other evidences that could come to the surface
in the course of the investigation, then Marley would have to pay for it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Surprisingly, there are
protests globally for justice –we never knew he was that famous. However, in
death he became extremely famous. Another shocking part of his story is the
fact that he has a song that talks about his death and the rumors in the
aftermath. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Some media stations –radio
and TV– have banned airing of Marley’s music, concluding that Naira Marley is
responsible for Mohbad’s death. Among them are MTV Base and Sound City. I don’t
expect that from huge organizations such as these. At most, they could have
just kept quiet but prefer not to play the songs pending the outcome of the
verdict that is sure to last for months, if not years. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Anyone can be
responsible, assuming it is a case of killing in cold blood. It could be the
Marlian Record team, but it could be someone totally unconnected to these guys.
Sometimes, when you pronounce that someone is after your life, some other
enemies could take advantage of the circumstance and strike, knowing the law wouldn’t
look in their direction.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>But it could be
Marley and his team, using people who are close to the target to get him,
using, perhaps, a biological weapon like an ear infection. But it could be a
poison on a meal Mohbad was served. As a recording label, Marlian Records has a
lot of money and could deploy that to search for advance approaches anywhere around
the world. <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Naira Marley understands
the place of evidence in judicial processes. When he was arrested for saying
that internet fraud is not really a crime, he was eventually released and went
on to sing a song with a line that says, “Am I a Yahoo boy? No evidence.” So, the
prosecution has a tall mountain to climb in order to nail Marley as the man who
ordered the killing of his former record company signee. </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-80272373178255581992023-08-15T03:14:00.005-07:002023-08-16T01:03:07.508-07:00Gwom Rwei Kuru Passes at 80<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"></span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWoURt-G1Vc0UeXxOpry2Qrd5quaPan0rOfDGaPr40PzWuBtRG6fb2vZEjnRxZqPz_cJ_ZBvQ5ZSSkFEksdG-i3Y_neS0QDUICZwXiNQbMYFSymSAXjQ8wkvvzjxY7OwwEnykMAa2hfCKsy9ODROw7ftlIqe69VJrISQ-MJR5g-PtLQHEsH_sQNIAoEUw/s1472/da%20mandung.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1472" data-original-width="1316" height="356" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWoURt-G1Vc0UeXxOpry2Qrd5quaPan0rOfDGaPr40PzWuBtRG6fb2vZEjnRxZqPz_cJ_ZBvQ5ZSSkFEksdG-i3Y_neS0QDUICZwXiNQbMYFSymSAXjQ8wkvvzjxY7OwwEnykMAa2hfCKsy9ODROw7ftlIqe69VJrISQ-MJR5g-PtLQHEsH_sQNIAoEUw/w380-h356/da%20mandung.png" width="380" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Da Patrick Mandung, late Gwom Rwei Kuru<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Da Patrick Mandung Kwis was the <i>Gwom Rwei</i> of
Kuru. Kuru is one from a cluster of communities that make up the eleven
districts of Beromland. The Berom is one of the largest ethnic groups in
Plateau State. </span><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"></span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">On Monday, 24<sup>th</sup> July, a young woman
visited Dara Mandung, seeking financial help that concerns her tuition fee –the
royal father was passionate about education. He requested her to return
the next day. When she did, he kept his promise and gave away all he had that
day. About an hour later, the royal father passed away. </span><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">The gesture of handing over all he had to a woman
that wasn’t intimately related to him, other than the fact that she is also
Berom and a subject of his domain, was an act of kindness for which he was famous
in Beromland. </span><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Before his death, Da Mandung was one of the
longest-serving traditional rulers in the whole of Plateau State, having served
for thirty-seven years. When he celebrated his thirty-fifth-year anniversary as
a royal father, there were financial gifts from wealthy individuals. The
traditional ruler shocked everyone by giving away all the donations to St.
Dennis Catholic Church Kuru, where he was a member of the laity. The money was
used to roof the church whose construction was on-going. As an act of
giving-in-return, the church ensured it completed work on the cathedral in the
three weeks before his funeral. </span><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Da Mandung radiated the humility of a child,
greeting everyone he met, young or old, tall or short, not minding his own
lofty standing in Kuru and Beromland. As if that wasn’t enough, he formed
the habit of taking part in night security patrols, until his subjects
prevailed on him to withdraw, saying: it was for them and not for him to go out
in the dark and eerie setting of nights for the sake of protecting the people. </span><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">To say the funeral of the Gwom Rwei was majestic
was to say the least. On the penultimate day to his entombment, the corpse was
taken round the towns that make up Kuru community, before it was left at his
home for a night. This was in respect of his order that he should be given, at
least, a day to enable him bid farewell to the people. </span><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Mandung belong to everyone. There was the church but
also traditionalists with Kuru overflowing with people like sand on the
seashores. There were civil servants, serving and retired. There were royal
colleagues from all corners of Beromland and beyond. There were
politicians, business people, miners and just everyone. </span><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Kuru is set in a picturesque enclosure of towering
rocks that compare to anything else like Gulliver compared to Lilliputians. The
palace where the royal father and his council sat is, in itself, set in a ring
of some of some of the topographic prominence that is the face of Plateau
State. Traditional Berom warriors, not leaving anything to chance, stood at the
peak of the mountains, for a vantage view of the surrounding areas. Down
below and beside the palace, the Gwom Rwei was buried in a mausoleum that
exemplifies skill and craft that is deserving of a man of his regal standing. </span><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Da Mandung’s successor will inherit a couple of
challenges that include how to end a nasty culture of youths dropping out of
school to pursue mining, how to end the culture of partying into late nights in
an environment replete with endless episodes of horrific and tragic night
killings, and how to end the reckless and regrettable sale of lands by
subjects.</span><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">Dara Mandung was born into a royal family in Kuru
on April 12<sup>th</sup>, 1943. He attended the Roman Catholic Mission –RCM–
Primary School, Kuru, after which he went to St. John Vianney Seminary, Barking
Ladi, hoping to become a priest, but –according to his son, Martin– his dad
didn’t end up a priest. The tide of life reshuffled events so that his dad
ended up with a mining company, despite having completed his course at the
seminary. He later left to join the Nigerian Army, serving in Lagos, Port
Harcourt and Kaduna. With time, he resigned from the Nigerian Army –where he
worked in communication and intelligence– to join Shell Petroleum. In
1985, though, he bowed to the authority of the Kuru traditional institution,
when a delegation paid him a visit, requesting him to become the District Head
of Kuru. </span><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;">He left behind nine children. </span><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;"></span></p>
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<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Author</span></b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">:
Mame Bougouma Diene and Moppa Diallo<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Country</span></b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">:
Senegal<o:p></o:p></span></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwRsBvaLxgEK9azhe7ayQUwUG3ncnSkIDZS1yQq4b5a06D_Cj5vnxO-YkIMbr9a7zfb4HqVk0GF9AYCRojvNIzvAvE_8azcxxe-aw2Q8-eAIiY7WlpKCfalq6eD3cqjY1w2njwhDp_zVdk01dz7is1R6lDXeT25TmmJpaqNbwo5gSOwtBUEY09JI1uPho/s349/woppa.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="349" data-original-width="264" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwRsBvaLxgEK9azhe7ayQUwUG3ncnSkIDZS1yQq4b5a06D_Cj5vnxO-YkIMbr9a7zfb4HqVk0GF9AYCRojvNIzvAvE_8azcxxe-aw2Q8-eAIiY7WlpKCfalq6eD3cqjY1w2njwhDp_zVdk01dz7is1R6lDXeT25TmmJpaqNbwo5gSOwtBUEY09JI1uPho/s320/woppa.png" width="242" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Woppa and Mame<br />Credit: Caineprize.com</td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; text-align: left;">For me, the French-speaking
West African nation of Senegal resonates in my mind only when there is a
political regime change or music superstar –Akon– is the subject of the
conversation, or Sadio Mane – the football superstar – is the subject. Now, A Soul of Small Places, a short story
that is shortlisted for the 2023 edition of the Caine Prize for African Writing
is the reason why Senegal is resonating in my mind, once again. </span><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; text-align: left;">A Soul of Small Places is a
short story written by the duo of Mame Bougouma Diene and Moppa Diallo. It is a story that is set in the pristine
Senegalese hinterland. It is a story of a rural town that suffers a horrific ritual
of rape that targets girls of elementary school age.</span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">When Woppa was born, her mum,
conscious of the danger she faces, decided to protect her. But the protection
itself comes with extreme sacrifice –the girl will exist, but would actually
belong to the spirits. Woppa has a kid sister by the name of Awa. So, in the
real, the mother actually has one daughter. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Woppa’s ancestors, stretching
back to her great-great-grandmother are flesh-eaters, coming in their spiritual
form to devour anyone they deem fit. When provoked, their spirits rise to
attack victims, targeting their hearts. To the flesh-eaters, blood is as tasty
as cappuccino would be with us today. This is exactly what Moppa inherited,
albeit without knowing. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Woppa is held late by a
romantic outing. She, knowing she isn’t human, says it is more of a lustful
relationship. As she and Awa walk back home, she felt Awa’s hand slipping out
of her grip. She is prompted by the whispers of her ancestors. She swings into
defensive action. The result is a scene that is crimson-red with gory remains
of human bodies and scattered bits of human flesh. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">In the process, Moppa becomes
unconscious, bouncing back only after nineteen days. She is made to believe
there was a stormy rain that unleashed a flood, wreaking havoc on the community
and throwing her into a coma. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Back in school, there is a girl
that wears a fetish pouch around her neck and sees beyond the ordinary, as a
result. She is able to see that Woppa is a flesh-eater. She uses innuendo to
refer to Moppa’s powers to Moppa’s and other kids’ hearing. Woppa confronts her
parents. They can help but admit the truth to get over it, once and for all.
From then onward, Moppa is fully conscious of her powers and her duty to
protect little girls from rapist herdsmen. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Woppa continues to defend the
girls in her village and the neighboring villages. One day, three herdsmen
tried to gain entry into a house next to hers.
She is hinted at by a chorus of voices, as usual. Swiftly, she comes out,
unleashing her powers at the men. She returns home as swiftly as she had come,
without anyone noticing. The commotion draws the attention of men on patrol,
but also her mum, who reaches the scene before the patrol team. The patrol team
arrives and mistakes Moppa’s mum as the killer. They descend on her, taking her
life. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Woppa’s father, devastated by
the circumstance of his wife’s death and the implication, –if people believe she
killed the men –commits suicide less than twenty-four hours after his wife’s
passing. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Awe is left alone, but does not
trust anybody –among her close relatives– to raise her. Her sister’s spirit
stands and watches the funeral of her parents. She whispers to birds who in
turn whisper to the wind, relaying a message to Awa and hinting her to come
over. Awa walks to the spirit of her sister who assures her that she will be going
nowhere and will be there to protect her, forever. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Mame Bougouma Diene and Moppa
Diallo’s innovative writing style delivers prose with embroidery of poetry in a
manner that is breathtaking. It announces their arrival so astonishingly that
we can’t help but notice. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">The Soul of Small Places is a
story with a strong chance to clinch the 2023 edition of the Caine Prize for
African Writing. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;"> </span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Story</span></b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">:
Weaving<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Author</span></b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">:
Yvonne Kusiima<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Country</span></b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">:
Uganda<o:p></o:p></span></p><p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; text-align: left;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFOigCptcrvTq72RGqA6ptarsEo6BF4Wsq55HJc5VqxpiWvfbIOGhIqSBCNyBtVv7xG68Xasfqi8u-wdhlV1-VH_UB6N8p9NvKkFUvzwlvpD0GK1jCMHUUtnuK4ryY5UhGOU8cC-ZbJxbD7m_hbecCFhiDvYLBwMQw5n_lgotm7GwEVFjv_B4GjLefYrQ/s443/Yvonne.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="443" data-original-width="336" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFOigCptcrvTq72RGqA6ptarsEo6BF4Wsq55HJc5VqxpiWvfbIOGhIqSBCNyBtVv7xG68Xasfqi8u-wdhlV1-VH_UB6N8p9NvKkFUvzwlvpD0GK1jCMHUUtnuK4ryY5UhGOU8cC-ZbJxbD7m_hbecCFhiDvYLBwMQw5n_lgotm7GwEVFjv_B4GjLefYrQ/s320/Yvonne.png" width="243" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Yvonne Kusiima<br />Credit: www.caineprize.com</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br />Thomasina –the younger– and
Jessica are little girls born and raised in Kampala by a wealthy mother who
suddenly dies. The two girls are compelled to move to rural Uganda to live with
a granny in a two-room shack.</span></p></div><div><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Jessica cried the day Grandma
told them they will be weaving with her. For her protest, she is exempted.
Thomasina finds herself weaving plastic mats with grandma, every day. The task
is difficult and Grandma is harsh, flogging Thomasina with every single
mistake. As a rookie knitter, it takes Thomasina a whole year to weave a single
mat, while grandma’s experienced hands finish more than a dozen within the same
period. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">It is time to market the mats
and Thomasina is made to sit under a hostile sun trying to woo buyers. It is a Herculean –most that come only watch and move on, never buying. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">An American boy, whose mother’s
charity work brought them to the village, approaches and buys everything to
please Thomasina. He gets talking to ten-year-old Thomasina about what seems like
romance to her. While she thinks that love is in the air, the American boy has lust
in his mind, only interested in a hit-and-run. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">In the evening, an American boy
walks her to the woods carrying the mat he bought from her. He puts her on
it, stealing her virginity. But then he turns back to his real love, a girl
with fully matured hips that is unmistakably adult. Thomasina is devastated.
Devastation is only a small fraction of her woe as she ends up pregnant. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Jessica and Grandma are divided
on how to deal with the pregnancy. While Jessica wishes that her sister be
allowed to keep the pregnancy and the baby, eventually, Grandma is against it
because it would mean an additional burden. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Grandma, however, had her way,
forcing Thomasina to take a native mixture that terminates the pregnancy. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Yvonne has a humble,
disciplined, and charming writing style that is sure to win her fans across the
continent. Through branches of her story, she is able to let us feel the mood
of rural Uganda: the modest understanding of rural people, the poverty,
gossip, superstition… <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">With her shortlist for the
Caine Prize for African Writing, Yvonne has pulled herself from behind the
horizon. With or without the prize, though, she has come and would shape
conversations on African literature as long as she stays in writing. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;"> </span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Story</span></b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">:
Daughters, by Our Hands<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Author</span></b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">:
Pius Ekemini<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Country</span></b><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">:
Nigeria<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEOvlN288ndLbBN6UV1EHo6Q8hdsc5F_sswLj5hNrmCJiP6bmbEfuRWwvHhSIHggFcP1NR2TrMCsG92cpcDNpfgV2LHLZoOw3tXyhuLxAu-TG6Zf5m-KAa91xrRh7pKm5lXCeOQMFoz2AFqIXeKC4_6RHax25IKfuPAPLfMBN15U5vWx8UwePrmAIdR2M/s357/ekemini.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="357" data-original-width="266" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEOvlN288ndLbBN6UV1EHo6Q8hdsc5F_sswLj5hNrmCJiP6bmbEfuRWwvHhSIHggFcP1NR2TrMCsG92cpcDNpfgV2LHLZoOw3tXyhuLxAu-TG6Zf5m-KAa91xrRh7pKm5lXCeOQMFoz2AFqIXeKC4_6RHax25IKfuPAPLfMBN15U5vWx8UwePrmAIdR2M/s320/ekemini.png" width="238" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pius Ekemini<br />Credit: www.Caineprize.com<br /><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif";">The story, Daughters By Our
Hands, written by Pius Ekemini, finds root in an imaginative theory that a
woman who can’t breed can reverse her condition if she meets another woman who is
willing to donate or sell her nail. The nail is attached to that of the barren
woman. After three weeks, there is a mix of genetics. Once the hybrid nail is inserted
into a worthless womb, it magically reverses its fortune.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">A mother, Eme, sells nine of
her ten nails. The sole nail in her kitty gives her a much-cherished daughter, Aniema,
who is cherished partly for the mundane benefits Eme expects to get from her nails.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">But the Aniema has her own
opinion as to how she intends to use her nails –they will not be sold. She prefers
to donate them to poor sterile women who wouldn’t have been able to afford the
nails. But Eme still hopes her daughter will cave in. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">One day Aniema returns home
with three of the nails gone and without money to show they had been sold. The mother
confronts her daughter who said she had donated the three to a poor woman she
met on a bus. Eme is badly hurt by her daughter’s decision, a situation that hurts
deeply their relationship. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">The poor recipient of the nail
pays a visit to her “egg” donor three years after their accidental meeting. She
came with three beautiful triplets, reminding Aniema who she is and thanking
her for her generosity. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Daughters, by Our Hands, is “clean”
and makes for speedy reading, as such. The
writer shows an amazing descriptive power that opens the reader's eyes to
possibilities he may not have believed existed. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "serif"; line-height: 115%;">Any story that makes it to the
shortlist of the Caine Prize has a chance. A lot of times, judges often
complain about how tricky it is to come to a decision on who should take the prize.
Having read the other stories, I think that the judges will again have to crack
their heads to come to a conclusion as to who takes the prize. <span style="font-size: 14pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p></div>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-66909494536780516202023-07-16T00:38:00.013-07:002023-07-16T01:03:04.278-07:00Review<p><span style="font-family: georgia;"> <b style="text-align: center;">Caine Prize for
African Writing 2023 Stories</b></span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><b>Title: </b>The Tangible Thing<b> <o:p></o:p></b></span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><b>Author: </b>Yejide Kilanko<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><b>Country</b>: Nigeria <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsdNOgD4TmdclBAFGjdseVU8YjKgoB-tXbOsn2_U6YpI8zzYd5Tgh6PbvQXL53vWUujV7TDCWRPHTXBs5W_najltvpsRz8vpgBTtnaZGN4iFoaWJiUkxz0FTS_Msnp7RO-svz-EsX7AFSXABynMuTuRBjQm2IbCy9x1LGWfr0ZHWAzTd01tiAyf0GiMbk/s353/kilanko.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="353" data-original-width="268" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsdNOgD4TmdclBAFGjdseVU8YjKgoB-tXbOsn2_U6YpI8zzYd5Tgh6PbvQXL53vWUujV7TDCWRPHTXBs5W_najltvpsRz8vpgBTtnaZGN4iFoaWJiUkxz0FTS_Msnp7RO-svz-EsX7AFSXABynMuTuRBjQm2IbCy9x1LGWfr0ZHWAzTd01tiAyf0GiMbk/s320/kilanko.png" width="243" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Yejude Kilanko<br />Credit: www.caineprize.com </span></td></tr></tbody></table><br />The
Tangible Thing is yet another powerful entry for the 2023 circle of the Caine
Prize for African Story. It is scripted by a Nigerian, Yejide Kilanko.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">This
Tangible Thing is a story of a Nigerian man who travelled home with his
daughter that was born in Canada but never visited Nigeria. She is a girl with
an identity crisis, given the racial bias, she suffers in Canada, where her
schoolmates refer to her as “a joke” –her name is Ajoke. At the same time, she
is a girl who never travelled to Nigeria to understand the culture and feel
Nigerian. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Father
travels home to Southwestern Nigeria with his daughter. A mistake that led to
the late arrival of luggage compels dad to return to Lagos. The daughter is left
with granny. While they await the return of the father, Grandma uses the chance
to get her granddaughter conversant with the Yoruba culture through folktales,
a history of the family, and everyday family rituals of the Yorubas. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">The
story plays the Yoruba firmness of upholding the culture and a strong family
discipline that is typical of educated Yoruba families. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">The
author creates imageries using simple words, albeit in a very creative manner.
However, it is common for an African to take a child home to enable him to learn
about his roots. It happens a lot of times. Thus, it introduces a tone of
ambiguity between fiction and reality. </span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></p>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-71703439531958767022023-07-16T00:31:00.017-07:002023-07-16T01:07:37.250-07:00Review<p><span style="font-family: georgia;"> <b style="text-align: center;"><span> Caine Prize for African Writing 2023 Stories</span></b></span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><b><span>Title</span></b><span>: Peeling Time <o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><b><span>Author</span></b><span>: TloTlo Tsamaase<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><b><span>Country</span></b><span>: Botswana<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;"></span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzk6J2mBRwW4CghIHhq6z9WVhmB-LvV6at27MI9Fk9GU_c1EYSQVnIgpVEAttlHjzcNXjX30LX9xzVGaGPogC0GdR1uknSPNRk_C_gVeNojjGMVfBDs6osJ4J7a7qB650gNaF6WMIrSszpb3oD5VCJeelW4hlDFQIoSzEGkGZrr6X9JPuH4cWAXGyWto4/s337/tsamasse.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="337" data-original-width="256" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzk6J2mBRwW4CghIHhq6z9WVhmB-LvV6at27MI9Fk9GU_c1EYSQVnIgpVEAttlHjzcNXjX30LX9xzVGaGPogC0GdR1uknSPNRk_C_gVeNojjGMVfBDs6osJ4J7a7qB650gNaF6WMIrSszpb3oD5VCJeelW4hlDFQIoSzEGkGZrr6X9JPuH4cWAXGyWto4/s320/tsamasse.png" width="243" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Tlotlo Tsamasse</span><br /><span style="font-size: x-small;">credit: www.caineprize.com</span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: georgia;"><br />Peeling
Time is a short story that is shortlisted for the 2023 edition of the Caine
Prize for African Writing. It is written by a Botswanan author, TloTlo
Tsamasse. <o:p></o:p></span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Motsumi
is a failed video producer who has, against the odds, refused to call it quit. He
resorts to the use of Muthi-tech to help him defy whatever forces frustrating
his success. Muthi is actually black magic that helps you achieve your goals.
In West Africa, it would have been called Juju-tech. In this case, it involves a brew that, when
taken, enables the separation of body and soul. Through this, Matsumi enters
the body of women, sucks their essence to recharge and build the power that
enables him to succeed as a movie producer. But the women will
experience problems in their lives such that anything they do fails.
Eventually, they end up on life support that drains the finances of relations.
In the end, relations cut off the life support so that everyone finds
relief. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Motsumi
believes that, given the sophistication of Muthi-tech, he is immortal. The
victims of Muthi-tech grow into a nation. They are able to find a basis to believe that Motsumi is mortal. They team up and decide to fight him. Sewela is the
most used of the victims. She leads the others to fight and overcome Motsumi. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">The author
likens the story to a song. Thus, the plot is broken into intro, pre-chorus,
verse, and so on. If a verse discusses Motsumi for instance, it is said to
feature Motsumi. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">The
story draws the strength of its fiction from Muthi-tech, which is delusory or a
conspiracy theory of sorts. The author’s creative use of words comes with a
monstrous girth and depth. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;">A
previous winner of the prize, Tope Folarin, believes the Caine Prize for
African Writing is the best short story competition in the world. It is
believed that the prize has recorded a level of success a thousand miles beyond
the dream of the founder, Sir Michael Caine.
It is stories like this that give credibility to this belief. Of the five shortlisted stories, only one
stays visible on the radar of history. The judges of the Caine Prize wouldn’t
want this story to be forgotten. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia;"> </span></p>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-52988547366438193482023-04-07T16:14:00.004-07:002023-04-11T07:58:44.820-07:00Home Remedies for Sexually Transmitted Diseases<p><br /></p><p><span style="font-family: georgia;">Sexually transmitted infections
have become wider than they used to in the past decades. When one gets
infected, it ruins not just his/her sex life, but he or she lives with the
physical and, sometimes, emotional pains that come with an infection.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Predictably, people would get
treated by taking over-the-counter antibiotics. The problem with antibiotics is
the side effects of taking them, plus the fact that some cost a lot of money. Nothing
can be as beautiful as eating and getting cured of the foods one eats.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">You will be surprised by how
effective foods are in curing bacterial infections. It leads to the
question of why can’t they be researched and documented formally so that we can
know what exactly cures what. There is a conspiracy theory that, should that
happen, a multi-billion dollar industry will collapse. So, the major drawback
of using foods to cure bacterial infections is knowing exactly what cures what.
It makes it easier to reach for a particular meal to cure your known problem.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"> It isn’t rhetorical when it is
said that foods can heal many of these bacterial infections. This is important
to build confidence in people so they can go for food when the need arises. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"> Without wasting much time, these
are the foods that are known to be curative:</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><b>Dates </b>Fresh dates (dabino in Hausa) are
known to cure certain bacterial infections. Most times, people just tell you
that dates can cure certain infections, without stressing that they have to be
fresh. The problem is that fresh dates are seasonal. In situations where you can’t find
your fresh dates, you then opt for orthodox treatment.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"> <b>Ginger/Garlic: </b>Ginger and garlic combinations
are known to heal certain bacterial infections. It is common to see people
selling juices made from crushing ginger and garlic. In some drinking parlors,
it is easy to see this juice sold alongside alcoholic beverages. Drinkers often
like to mix them with their alcoholic beverages.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><b>Moringa. </b>Moringa is sometimes referred to
as a magic plant because of the broad range of infections it cures. Luckily, it
is a common plant that one can find around him. All it takes is spreading the leaves on a tray in your kitchen (not under direct
sunlight). When dry, it can be crushed into powder. The powder is added to drinks like tea, <i>kunu</i> or ordinary water. In
supermarkets, one can find moringa teas that can serve the same purpose, but the homemade powder is preferred since it is self-made. Indoors, it takes a mere
three days to dry.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><b>Clove. </b>Clove is another wonderful spice
that is known to have antibacterial properties. It is known to cure E-Coli, a
bacterial infection that has become resistant to antibiotics. It takes pounding
it into a powder. The powder is then added to any drink and taken. Some
prefer to pour the powder into bottles of water and allow the extracts to be
extracted in a few days. The liquid is added to any drink. It is very easy to
take in teas because of its high aromatic property.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><b>Cabin
Biscuits. </b>Cabin biscuit cures a stubborn
form of yeast infection (Candida amblicans) that has been said to be
impossible to cure. This form of yeast
comes with a hangover-like weakness that makes it difficult for one to get up
in the morning, a weakness that is very similar to hangovers from drinking
alcohol. All you need is to buy cabin biscuits and just eat normally. A pack
with probably about fifty pieces of biscuits eaten within 72 hours should do. You
can also add yogurt, but it is not a must.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"> <b>Olive. </b>Olive is also known to have
curative properties for certain bacterial infections. The problem is that there
are species of olive plants and the fact that olive plants are seasonal. But it
cost nothing to just buy and eat olives when you see hawkers along the street.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"><b>Green
Tea. </b>There is a resilient form of yeast
infection that gets women scratching until they bleed. Women suffering from it
leave behind odor when they walk the street. For men, you experience itching
as well as a severe headache when infected. It is highly resistant to over-the-counter
antibiotics. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"> <b>Yogurt. </b>Yogurt is also another powerful
antibacterial remedy that can be bought and eaten to heal certain infections. Yogurt
is good because of the probiotics it contains. Probiotics or bio flora are
bacteria that are present in our guts naturally and help protect us against germs.
Even though they are present naturally, certain situations can sometimes lead to their depletion,
making one vulnerable to harmful bacteria.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia;"> <b>Cabbage. </b>Cabbage is known as an effective
remedy for ulcers. In the hospital, your doctor could prescribe omeprazole to
heal your ulcer. But the chemical substance that omeprazole brings is naturally
present in cabbage. You could blend the cabbage and drink the juice. Blending crushes
the leaf thereby allowing the chemical to be maximally extracted.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">In
conclusion, it is advised that, when you have a defiant infection, form a habit
of eating these foods.</span></p>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-35506984152372292872023-03-11T07:55:00.002-08:002023-03-11T07:55:35.761-08:00THE IGNORANCE OF HATING GWOTE AND KARKASHI<p><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://eatwellabi.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Fonio-Porridge-V2-22-720x560.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="560" data-original-width="720" height="283" src="https://eatwellabi.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Fonio-Porridge-V2-22-720x560.jpg" width="364" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Gwote. Source:https://eatwellabi.com<br /></td></tr></tbody></table></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;">Gwote is a semi-solid meal of crushed cereal and vegetable
salad.<span> </span>The cereal could be maize, guinea
corn, rice or hungry-millet, while the vegetable mix draws its sources from
spinach, cabbage, lettuce, garden eggs, spring onion, sorrel leaves, carrots,
beans, ginger, garlic, etc. The leaf sources could also be wild, but edible. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;">Gwote is native to most northern Nigerian communities. In
Plateau State, it is native to the North, mostly. When people from the central
and southern Plateau migrate to the north of the state, they often look at gwote
with scorn.<span> </span>It is the same with
Nigerians from the south. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;">Traditionally, it is prepared without adding salt. This is
the fundamental reason why people find it difficult to eat it. Cultural reasons
could also be why people could find exotic meals unattractive. What makes a
meal great? It is the taste, nutritional content and freedom from taboos. The
cereals like maize and guinea corn are universally eaten. The leaves mentioned
are also universally eaten. So, there aren't any taboos!<span> </span>And, as mentioned before, gwote is porridge
of cereal, infused with vitamins from a salad. Thus, if you like a salad for
its nutritional content, you should also like gwote. Moreover, it is not a must
that it is taken without salt and oil. There are common variants that incorporate
oil, salt and even meat. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;">During festive periods, like Christmas, when oily meals are
all over the place, people eat a lot of oil-free gwote to clean up oily (and
thus) morbid stomachs, thereby restoring cravings. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;">In Plateau State, it is mostly taken at lunch. Thus, it is
the most eaten meal on farms. A colleague from Central Plateau told me that
where he comes from, gwote is considered a token of poverty. So, I asked him
what they eat when they go to farms in their regions. He replied that they
prefer to take kunu. This underscores the irony. Tell me, between gwote and
kunu, which one symbolizes poverty? It is kunu, which is merely a suspension of
powdered cereal. Thus, this view of gwote as a sign of poverty smacks of
illiteracy. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;">So, strangers ask, "how will I take a meal without salt
or sugar?"<span> </span>It takes just getting
used to it. Though salt isn't added, some flavouring make up for its absence.
The flavouring comes from sorrel, which gives a subtle sour taste. Sour flavour
also comes from garden eggs. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;">Another northern meal that strangers find exotic is sesame
leaf soup. In Hausa, it is known as karkashi. It draws just like okra, but the
elastic property can be lost if the cook is not careful, just as in the case of
okra. The soup can be eaten with any carbohydrate swallow such as tuwo, akpu,
amala, etc. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;">In Nigeria, tribes that find karkashi exotic are mostly
Igbos and southern minorities, especially the South-south. The irony though is
that it is a meal that is very nutritious and medicinal. It can cure certain
illnesses and prevent others. Thus, it helps in cases of hepatitis, typhoid and
malaria.<span> </span></span></p>
<p></p>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-55045088217258893082023-03-01T11:30:00.002-08:002023-03-01T11:33:25.957-08:00ECWA ANTHEM - Oh God be Glorified
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"><b><span style="color: #178af0;">Verse 1.</span></b><span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">Love for
the dying and the perishing;</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">A call to
save the lost we heed;</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">Through
the raging storms and all uncertainties;</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">Our lives
we freely give…</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">And
through ECWA Your name be glorified.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">Oh God be
glorified.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"><b><span style="color: #178af0;">Verse 2.</span></b><span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">The Bible
our authority, mission our identity,</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">Touching
lives with what we preach.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">In life
and speech, faithful we shall be,</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">Drawing
hearts of men to Christ</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">And
through ECWA Your name be glorified.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">Oh God be
glorified.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"><b><span style="color: #178af0;">Verse 3.</span></b><span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">Help the
poor and homeless, clothe the weak and cold;</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">Giving
all we have for Christ.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">Our
strength and substance we will not spare,</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">We shall
draw all men to Christ.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">And
through ECWA Your name be glorified.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">Oh God be
glorified.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"><b><span style="color: #178af0;">Verse 4.</span></b><span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">The
vision of our fathers will not die in our hands,</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">Like a
candle in the dark, we shine.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">Breaking
every stronghold till the end of time,</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">Till our
Lord and King we meet.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">And
through ECWA Your name be glorified.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;">Oh God be
glorified. (2x)</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"><b><span style="color: #178af0;">Song Written by: Mr. Godfrey Alphonsus</span></b><span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"><b><span style="color: #178af0;">Adopted by: ECWA in February 2019</span></b><span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"><b><span style="color: #178af0;">Edited by: Rev.Romanus Ebenwokodi</span></b><span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium;"> </span></p>
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</p><p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"></span></span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVGem1G6itMvOTZin4AXn_abVYfEpro303PMqid6ERAq9hmF-CcACDiMZxaTAnMiaQKbB--7n4qtiJCPGHj9KvtlYYCTreDd4cN6rLW7tHcOnFMgp66LBKsEbtZejBbAGXkvirCj5DtTTKfEfBl0qVeWAzxCfw3ROb9-OT85WzaRcHLiieNAO4tKgz/s514/jagaban%20(2).png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="361" data-original-width="514" height="252" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVGem1G6itMvOTZin4AXn_abVYfEpro303PMqid6ERAq9hmF-CcACDiMZxaTAnMiaQKbB--7n4qtiJCPGHj9KvtlYYCTreDd4cN6rLW7tHcOnFMgp66LBKsEbtZejBbAGXkvirCj5DtTTKfEfBl0qVeWAzxCfw3ROb9-OT85WzaRcHLiieNAO4tKgz/w358-h252/jagaban%20(2).png" width="358" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria's President-elect.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"><br />I am an
Obedient to the core. Outside of Nigeria, you may not understand what it means
to be an Obidient. But in the heart of it, people know it refers to men and
women who are fervent about the presidential ambition of Peter “Obi,” one of
the men wishing to become Nigeria’s President in 2023. Today, though, I pay
homage to Ahmed </span><i><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Jagaban</span></i><span data-preserver-spaces="true"> Bola Tinubu who emerged victorious despite
endless man-made hurdles in his way. </span></span><p></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"> </span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span style="color: #0e101a;"> “The road to righteousness is narrow and
difficult,” says the Holy Bible. If there is a man who dragged this message to
the core of my heart, it is the Jagaban. President Mohammadu Buhari attempted
to become president three times. After the third defeat, he was about quit. It
was Bola Ahmed Tinubu who went to him and preached that deserters never win and
winners never desert. He listened and won the next election. There’s something
to learn here: Tinubu is an unbowed politician. </span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"> </span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span style="color: #0e101a;">By the time the authorities pulled the curtains open for
political activities in 2022, it seemed that clandestine forces within the All
Progressive Congress (APC), an amalgam of two old parties, wanted to backstab;
Jagaban had supported Buhari on the condition that he would be the next. He
fought his enemies within the party and, in the end, rose to the top of the
mountain and hoisted a flag of victory! </span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"> </span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span style="color: #0e101a;">If you are a Nigerian who frequently logs into Twitter,
Tik Tok, Facebook and similar sites, you will recall how Tinubu once noted that
he has stopped login into his social media handles because of mudslinging
volleys against his character. There are versions of a video of a politician
who needed people as braces in order to walk and attend political rallies.
There are photos of him snoozing while visiting a native king to solicit
support. He was alleged to be sleeping while the king gave his speech of
approval. There were videos of him praising a political party he referred to as
PD-APC. He was almost praising a rival party, the PDP when he realized it. The
worst is one of him dishing out syllables of a word that isn’t in any
dictionary on this planet. When asked questions at Chatham House, he referred
the questions to some selected members of his team. It was, in the minds of detractors,
a goof. It became one of their shells against him. </span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"> </span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span style="color: #0e101a;">As politicking built energy, the Nigerian Central Bank
declared it was redesigning the Nigerian currency, the Naira. It said that a
curious chunk of the total cash that should be in the vaults of commercial
banks had gone missing. It believed corrupt politicians had withdrawn the money
in small paltry portions to avoid snooping eyes and are planning to use the
money in deals for votes. An ugly trend of vote-buying had played during the
party primaries. This inspired a compilation of a list of politicians based on
their financial worth, with the wealthiest topmost. If you place this list side
by side with the list of contestants of primaries by votes, the two lists are
carbon copies and proof of the suspicion of vote-buying. So, in a bid to
frustrate vote-buying and usher in an era of transparent voting, the Central
Bank decided to redesign the currency. Jagaban proved it is not all about money
but about brains as well.</span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"> </span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span style="color: #0e101a;">While the political campaigns lasted, we, the Obidients,
thought we were going to win. We were the most heard on social media and had
well-wishers everywhere under the sun. We were among the most urbane and
globally trendy. We felt Obi would give an elegance we badly wished for our country.
But we failed to accept that there are a lot of ignorant Nigerians who aren’t
on social media and as such the surveys that built our convictions weren’t a
true reflection of the acceptance of the men. We saw it, albeit at dusk. </span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"> </span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span style="color: #0e101a;">The feeling of losing a presidential election is worse
than the feeling of losing someone you love dearly. It is painful to the
Obedients because, within any visible range, there doesn’t seem to be one with
the magic that sold Peter Obi to millions, one who was going to lead a shared
dream to victory. </span></span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span style="color: #0e101a;"> </span></span></p>
<p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true"><span style="color: #0e101a;">I am looking for words to comfort Peter Obi, the
Obidients and the Igbo nation. But I know that four years is not far away. At
least now, we have the structure our detractors often referred to. To the Igbo
nation, we love you and your presence in Nigeria is a source of pride to all of
us. Stay hopeful. </span></span></span></p>
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<p></p>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-56926264466381643732023-02-22T02:43:00.004-08:002023-02-22T02:48:01.727-08:00Sam Adeyemi, Prosperity Preaching and Poverty in Nigeria<p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQsY5VHhW_EsemvTmhh3jhO8jo5t_DK7yXmEsWceTWP30_UV7Ox455Eoz8ECgK2MHDefssZu8M7INqwrpt3tbks31H0mjTZYHAhVUeQQ9-iBDOhPVM7qnRyM5g7MfbtCYX3uwq2JdcS8pzUoPuEhaDvmKZP41R5s3J5Tj0Sj3zTR18FIzC4NszwLic/s482/Sam%20Adeyemi.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="383" data-original-width="482" height="254" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQsY5VHhW_EsemvTmhh3jhO8jo5t_DK7yXmEsWceTWP30_UV7Ox455Eoz8ECgK2MHDefssZu8M7INqwrpt3tbks31H0mjTZYHAhVUeQQ9-iBDOhPVM7qnRyM5g7MfbtCYX3uwq2JdcS8pzUoPuEhaDvmKZP41R5s3J5Tj0Sj3zTR18FIzC4NszwLic/s320/Sam%20Adeyemi.png" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sam Adeyemi. Source: Punchng.com<br /></td></tr></tbody></table> <span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif";"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;">I first
knew, Sam Adeyemi, when he was invited to minister at the Rock Word Church in
Port Harcourt, South-South Nigeria. He is the kind of minister whose
introduction will always be greeted with mass hysteria, every time. His niche
is Prosperity Preaching. </span>
</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;">Recently,
I watched a video footage of Pastor Adeyemi remarking on the fact that there is
something wrong with the module of Prosperity Preaching, something to which
their energies have been channelled for the past thirty years. This, according
to him, comes from recent statistics showing that Nigeria has overtaken India
as a nation with the highest level of poverty in the world. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;">This is
very humiliating, the fact that we have overtaken India in the ranks of nations
with the highest degree of poverty. I first heard about the Indian poverty
situation in a remark President Mohammadu Buhari made, sometimes during his
long power struggle. He was in India as part of his series of military
training. He remarked that every morning in India, a truck would move from
street to street, picking corpses of men and women that have died of poverty
the previous night. If this is how bad the situation was in India, it points to
the seriousness of the situation in Nigeria. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;">This,
however, is what Pastor Adeyemi needs to know. Not every indicator that comes
out is reliable. Some statistics are purposely falsified to help the author,
mostly a fraternity of powerful western nations, achieve a selfish goal.
Sometimes, there are errors in the survey because someone sits far away and
assumes certain things. We can’t be the richest African country and still have
the worst rich-to-poor people ratio. At least, trucks don’t go around picking
corpses in Nigeria. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;">Regardless
of how hard prosperity preachers work, the body with the most powerful means of
mitigating poverty is the government. It is the body worse primary duty is to
make life easier for people by way of building the groundwork. Anything
Prosperity Preachers do is complementary. Even NGOs, with the huge resources
they deploy into helping alleviate poverty, admit their role is a drop in the
ocean when put side-by-side with the roles of governments that includes the first,
second and third tiers. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;">If we come
down to the Nigerian population, poverty levels are higher among
non-Christian populations found in the north. For those that have been
following the speeches of the deposed Emir of Kano, Lamido Sanusi Lamido, you
know he is someone that has not hidden his admission that there is a high
degree of poverty among the Muslim population. He continued to give speeches to
help alleviate severe poverty by advising Muslims to shun polygamy if they know
they don’t have the resources to support large families. Remember, these
speeches are among the reason he was deposed; people hate a man who talks
against a culture they are used to and love. This is how profoundly rooted the
culture of poverty is in Northern Nigeria.<span>
</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;">But, we
also need to look deep into the pastors, congregations and the curriculum. Most
prosperity preachers seem to be working for themselves. They are among the
richest pastors not only in Nigeria or Africa but on the planet. They own
private jets and a system of schools that ordinary Nigerians can’t enrol their
kids as a result of exorbitant tuition fees.<span>
</span>According to Max Romeo, “while the Reverend drives expensive cars and
buys everything tax-free, the poor will have to sacrifice to give in charity.”
Jesus Christ, the pillar of Christianity, rode on donkeys to meet with the
congregation. The donkeys he rode on were not even his. Meanwhile, we are
advised, as Christians, to live the life that Jesus Christ lived. Jesus Christ
was a personification of love and “humility” among other things. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: small;">Perhaps,
prosperity preachers need to do the seemingly insurmountable by taking the
Gospel of Jesus Christ to the Muslim population in Northern Nigeria.</span></p>
<p></p>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8136725215263810398.post-14619190450211056322023-01-08T00:36:00.000-08:002023-01-08T00:36:01.583-08:00Obasanjo’s Letter to Nigerians on Endorsement of Peter Obi<p><span style="font-family: georgia;"> <span style="color: #111111;">Dear Compatriots and Friends,</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">MY APPEAL TO ALL NIGERIANS
PARTICULARLY YOUNG NIGERIANS<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Happy New Year! May all our national
calamities disappear this year.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">I am constrained to write this letter
to all Nigerians especially young Nigerians, friends of Nigeria globally as
well as our development partners because of the gravity, responsibility and implications of the collective decision Nigerians, both young and old, will be
making within the next two months.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">The last seven and a half years have
no doubt been eventful and stressful years for many Nigerians. We have moved
from frying pan to fire and from the mountain top to the valley.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Our leaders have done their best, but
their best had turned out to be not the best for Nigeria and Nigerians at home
and abroad. For most Nigerians, it was hell on earth.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Those of us who are alive should
thank God for His mercies, brace ourselves for the remaining few months of this
administration and pray and work very hard for an immediate better future –
future of liberation, restoration and great hope and expectation.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">We have had campaigners going up and
down the country feeding us with what they mean and what they do not mean, what
they understand and what they do not fully understand, what is possible and
what is not possible, what is realistic and what is unrealistic, what is true
and what is untrue. I believe that we need not be confused nor be gullible. Let
us be cautious, not to be fooled again.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">I have interacted with the major
contestants and I find it interesting that, in one form or the other, each of
them claims to want to do what I did during my Presidency and to take Nigeria
back to where it was at the height of my Presidency and immediately after. I
was pained that most of them do not realise that the Nigeria of today had been
dragged down well below Nigeria of the beginning of my Presidency in June 1999.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Although at that time, Nigeria was in
very bad shape and was tottering on the verge of collapse and break-up.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Even then, Nigeria was not faced with
the level of pervasive and mind-numbing insecurity, rudderless leadership,
buoyed by mismanagement of diversity and pervasive corruption, bad economic
policies resulting in extremes of poverty and massive unemployment and
galloping inflation.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">For these reasons, I kept pointing
out to them that the instruments used in 1999 to 2007 and methodology used will
grossly be inadequate for the perilous situation we now find ourselves.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Without prejudice but with greatest
respect to each individual with utmost regard for the best for Nigeria and all
Nigerians and from my personal experience, all the major contestants claim to
be my mentees. I will not deny such positions since I have worked with all of
them directly and indirectly in government.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">I have come to realise a number of
factors in character, attributes and attitude that are necessary in the job of
directing the affairs of Nigeria successfully and at a time like this. These
characteristics or attributes are many but let us be mindful of some key ones
together.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">From interaction and experience, and
as mentees as most of them claim, I will, without prejudice, fear or ill-will,
make bold to say that there are four major factors to watch out for in a leader
you will consider to hoist on yourself and on the rest of Nigerians in the
coming election and they are what I call TVCP: Track record of ability and
performance; Vision that is authentic, honest and realistic; Character and
attributes of a lady and a gentleman who are children of God and obedient to
God; and Physical and mental capability with soundness of mind as it is a very
taxing and tasking assignment at the best of times and more so it is at the
most difficult time that we are.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Let me say straight away that ‘Emi
Lokan’ (My turn) and ‘I have paid my dues’ are one and the same thing and are
wrong attitude and mentality for the leadership of Nigeria now.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">They cannot form the new pedestal to
reinvent and to invest in a new Nigeria based on an All-Nigeria Government for
the liberation and restoration of Nigeria. Such a government must have
representation from all sectors of our national life – public, private, civil
society, professional, labour, employers, and the diaspora. The solution should
be in ‘we’ and ‘us’ and not in ‘me’ and ‘I’.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Mind you, I reiterate that no human
being is an angel let alone a Messiah, but there are elements of these
attributes and on comparative basis and by measure of what we know of, and what
some of us have experienced from the front-runners, we must assess judiciously
and choose wisely.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">If anybody claims he or she has
anything to the contrary, it will be up to him or her to prove to us.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">I pray not to be proved right again
in the bad sense but rather to be proved right in the positive and glorious
sense of Nigeria becoming what God had created it to be – a land of plenty and
prosperity united for common purpose of inclusive society, common security,
shared prosperity, equity, egalitarianism, justice, and equal stake in the
Project Nigeria with leadership role of Nigeria for the black race and fair
share of global division of labour.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">One ridiculous point that has been
touted to justify unjustifiable appointments and selections is ‘competence’. In
truth and in reality, genuine competence can be found in any region or section
of Nigeria through track record and performance if only people will honestly
and sincerely look hard for people with such attainment and attribute.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Most of us in good conscience can
testify to competence when we see any anywhere. What is masqueraded as
‘competence’ is self-interest and nepotism.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">We have a unique opportunity to
correct ourselves by ourselves for the good of ourselves. Those who are
preaching division, segregation, separation, and want to use diversity for
their own self and selfish interest are enemies of the nation, no matter what
else they may disguisedly profess or proclaim.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">The Challenge Is For Nigerian Youth:<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">If we fall prey again, we will have
ourselves to blame and no one can say how many more knocks Nigeria can take
before it tips over. To be forewarned is to be fore-armed.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Future is not emotion. I challenge
the youth to arise. Let nobody pull wool over your eyes to divide you and/or
segregate you to make you underlings. Nigerian youth, wherever they come from,
North or South, East or West need education which is now denied to over 20
million children; Nigerian youth also need skills, empowerment, employment,
reasonably good living conditions, welfare and well-being.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">My dear young men and women, you must
come together and bring about a truly meaningful change in your lives. If you
fail, you have no one else to blame. Your present and future are in your hands
to make or to mar. The future of Nigeria is in the same manner in your hands
and literally so. If for any reason you fail to redeem yourself and your
country, you will have lost the opportunity for good and you will have no one
to blame but yourselves and posterity will not forgive you. Get up, get
together, get going and get us to where we should be. And you, the youth, it is
your time and your turn. ‘Eyin Lokan’ (Your turn).<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">The power to change is in your hands.
Your future, my future, the future of grandchildren and great grandchildren is
in your hands. Politics and elections are numbers game. You have the numbers,
get up, stand up and make your numbers count.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Let me say it again, loud and clear,
Nigeria has no business with insecurity, poverty, insurgency, banditry,
unemployment, hunger, debt, division and disunity. We are in these situations
because advertently or inadvertently, our leaders have made the choices. They
have done the best they could do. Let them take their rest deservedly or not
and let them enjoy their retirement as Septuagenarians or older.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">I became Head of State at 39 and at
42, I had retired into the farm. When it was considered necessary, I was
drafted back into active political life after twenty years of interregnum. I
came back at 62 and by 70, I was on my way out. Others like General Gowon and
Enahoro became national leaders at 33 and 27 respectively and General Gowon at
the helms of leadership of Nigeria at the highest level. The vigour, energy,
agility, dynamism and outreach that the job of leadership of Nigeria requires
at the very top may not be provided as a septuagenarian or older. I know that
from personal experience. And it is glaring out of our current experiences.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Otherwise, we will be fed with, “The
President says” and we will neither see nor hear him directly as we should.
Yes, for some, age and physical and mental disposition are not in tandem.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">But where and when they are with
obvious evidence, they must be taken into account for purpose of reality. And
yet it is a job in our present situation where the team leader or captain of
the team should be up and doing, outgoing inside and outside and speaking to
the nation on almost daily basis visibly and as much as possible interactively
and meeting his colleagues all over the world on behalf of Nigeria.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Youth of Nigeria, your time has come,
and it is now and please grasp it. If not now, it will be never. I appeal to
you to turn the tide on its head and march forward chanting ‘Awa Lokan’ (Our
turn) not with a sense of entitlement, but with a demonstrable ideological
commitment to unity and transformation of Nigeria.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Leave The Past, Face The Future:<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Can we let the past go? I appeal to young Nigerians to stop inheriting other people’s prejudices and enemies.
Make your own friends and stop inheriting your father’s enemies.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Let’s stop criminalising and
demonising one another on the basis of the civil war on which we are all wrong.
And let’s praise and thank God for preserving the oneness of Nigeria.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">The Scripture says that if God would
take account of all our wrongdoings, nobody would be able to stand before Him.
While not suffering from amnesia, let us stop still fighting and reacting to
the civil war in our hearts, minds, heads and our attitude acrimoniously.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Let’s stop living on our different
wrongs or mistakes of the past: treasonable felony, Tiv riot and its handling,
first military coup and its aftermath, second military coup, araba, pogrom and
the civil war, all in the 1960s. And more recently OPC, Egbesu, MASSOB, IPOB,
Boko Haram and banditry. No region can claim to be innocent or to be saintly.
And no justification will suffice. I<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">n our respective individual or
regional positions, we have done right and we have done wrong. It is therefore
not right for any of us to be sanctimonious to see ourselves as saints and the
rest as devils incarnate.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Just let us agree to move forward
together in mutual forgiveness, one accord, inclusive society, equality and
equity. Together and without bias and discrimination, fear or favour, we can
have Nigeria of one nation in diversity, in truth and in practice. Let us
honour, cherish, respect and even celebrate our diversity which is the basis of
our potential greatness and strength.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">If we will only continue to harp on
wrongs done by each of us individually or collectively, we will never be able
to stand together. If we will continue with wide brush to paint a national or
sub-national group as bad and never to be trusted with leadership because of
past error or mistakes that some of them were responsible for and treat their
offspring as inheritors, it will amount to great injustice that will surely
lead to no peace, no security and no stability for development and progress.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">First, no group is faultless; second,
for the greatness of the whole, we need one another as constituents of the
whole; third, we cannot be talking and working for Africa’s integration and for
Nigeria’s disintegration at the same time. Why for instance should I be
stigmatized or despised because of my place of origin, place of birth or where
I come from? Where I was born, by whom I was born and when I was born were not
choices made by me. They were choices and prerogatives of God.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Any antagonism against me on that
basis is unfair and is tantamount to fighting against God, the Creator. Such
derogatory attitude and mindset do not build any human institution let alone a
nation. While not forgetting the past, let us put the past behind us for it not
to continue to mar our present and our future and that of the coming
generation. We must rise above primordial animalistic instincts and behaviour.
Yes, we are human and higher than animals in the wild. Let us develop national
ethos and national characteristics that can take us collectively to the
promised.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">My dear young men and women, let me
assure you that there are only two tribes of people in Nigeria a tribe of good
people and a tribe of bad people. You are either a good Nigerian of Igbo
extraction, Kanuri extraction, etc, or a bad Nigerian of Yoruba extraction,
Ijaw extraction etc.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">I will at this juncture want to
commend the politicians as they have generally been reasonably civil in their
campaigns without making politics as a call to war against opponents.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Genuine and fair competition conveys
greater legitimacy in any political rivalry or competition. A situation where
people in authority and power assume such positions through foul and despicable
means and continue to espouse and act in ways that only engender conflict or
war by subverting legitimacy of power and authority does not augur well for the
polity and as such, the moral foundation of the government and the society will
be terribly weakened.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">May God help, save, protect and
sustain Nigeria for all Nigerians, for Africa and for the human race. We can
only continue to play politics of ethnicity, religion, region and money bags at
the peril of our country and to self-destruction. We need selfless, courageous,
honest, patriotic, in short, outstanding leadership with character and fear of
God beyond what we have had in recent past.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">None of the contestants is a saint
but when one compares their character, antecedent, their understanding,
knowledge, discipline and vitality that they can bring to bear and the great
efforts required to stay focused on the job particularly looking at where the
country is today and with the experience on the job that I personally had,
Peter Obi as a mentee has an edge. Others like all of us have what they can
contribute to the new dispensation to liberation, restoration and salvaging of
Nigeria collectively.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">One other important point to make
about Peter is that he is a needle with thread attached to it from North and
South and he may not get lost. In other words, he has people who can pull his
ears, if and when necessary.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 24.0pt; margin-left: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 24.0pt;"><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="font-family: georgia;">Needless to say that he has a young
and able running mate with a clean track record of achievement both in public
and private life.</span><span style="font-family: Times New Roman, serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p>21-90 Studioshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06258146883452316616noreply@blogger.com0