I guess the dominant culture in Nigeria is also Anglo/English culture because a large population of Nigerians bear English names

KnowAll:

Maybe 95% of igbo's bear colonialist first names,  Yorubas always have a Yoruba first name, middle name and surname. We are not part of that colo mentality that is common in the East. However, in England or the USA, Yoruba's have adopted to their new environment by bearing  English Christian name as their first name, names such as John Salako or John Fashanu are names common amongst Yoruba settlers  in the towns and cities of the UK.  

This is a clear evidence of migrational attitudes, behavior and mannerism that only goes to put credence to my theory of ethnic migrants to the USA and UK adopting anglicize names in other to amalgamate with the host community which is understandable.

Speaking with both sides of your mouth. First you say Americans are adopting Anglo/English names. Secondly you say people tend to keep their native names

JoyIsa:

What's really sad is that Nigerians can't spell Indigene.

ChinenyeN:

Some are here trying to argue how they think it should be, when the reality of the situation is that this indigene vs settler thing is a very real phenomenon, and one that will not be dissipating anytime soon, no matter the 'constitution' in Nigeria. We all know this. So, just be realistic about all this, and stop trying to sound "progressive". It's irritating.

Abagworo:

Hwea I di ika gbo o budi ngiri?Ika maka ala Ngwa ka obu ala Nigeria.

ChinenyeN:

Some are here trying to argue how they think it should be, when the reality of the situation is that this indigene vs settler thing is a very real phenomenon, and one that will not be dissipating anytime soon, no matter the 'constitution' in Nigeria. We all know this. So, just be realistic about all this, a[b]nd stop trying to sound "progressive". It's irritating[/b].

ChinenyeN:

Some are here trying to argue how they think it should be, when the reality of the situation is that this indigene vs settler thing is a very real phenomenon, and one that will not be dissipating anytime soon, no matter the 'constitution' in Nigeria. We all know this. So, just be realistic about all this, and stop trying to sound "progressive". It's irritating.

ezeagu:

The Igbo are actually the most strict when it comes to the difference between indigene and settler. There are women centuries ago who returned to their fathers compound after a problem in their marriage and their children are still considered 'ndi mbiambia' hundreds of years later. Most of the people talking about Nigeria is for Nigerians would be the first pushing out a large migration into their villages.

Abagworo:

Maybe you meant to refer to your own village gan.Those Igala,Nri,Bini,Aro and Awka migrants in your village,can you actually tell their differences from the earlier settlers?

All these things started with colonialism.

ChinenyeN:

do you feel more ngwa or american? -- Ngwa. I don't even consider myself American. I just live here. That's all.
if you intersted in politics were will you face ngwa or america? -- Ngwa
do you evr believe you will ever settle in ngwa later in life? -- Yes.

ezeagu:

I don't really understand what you're saying, but if you are saying that Igbo villages, which are just extended families, cannot trace certain lineages to check whether a family are diala or not, then I will tell you you are wrong and that villagers can tell the difference. If they can tell the difference in cast they can tell the difference in lineage. Women who come back to their fathers house with children will have her descendants branded as migrants. The idea of 'Diala' did not start with colonialism.

Abagworo:

Origin of Igbo Etiti

One of the engaging topics in the book is the gallant attempt made by contributors to trace the origin of the various communities in Igbo-Etiti: Ikolo, Onyohor and Ukehe trace their origin from communities in present Udi area. Onyohor and Ikolo are said to be descended from Ugwunye and therefore blood relations of Affa, Egede and Nike, while Ukehe is one of the seven children of Ojebe Ogene (Ebe, Abor, Ukana, Awhum, Okpatu, Umulumgbe and Ukehe). Udueme claims Igalla paternity while Aku and Ekwegbe claim to be a mixed race of Igbo and Igalla.  A majority of Aku are said to be of Nshi (Nri in Awka) origin while some Ohemje people are said to be of Igalla.  In the case of Ekwegbe, part came from Akpugo, Ikem, Agulu (Awka) and Igalla. It is instructive that the black-smiting village in Ekwegbe answers Agulu (Eguru) while all black smiths are called Umu Eguru (Agulu).  Diogbe and Umunko claim to come from Eha-Amufu and Ikem (Isi-Uzo) respectively.  Ohodo claims to be blood relations of Obimo and Ogbodu Abba while parts of Ozala claim to come from Nkitiba Udueme. Ochima claims to be the father of all Igbo people so that Ochima is the central locus of dispersal of all Igbos. It is claimed that Ekwegbe formed part of the Igalla descendants of Aku from where they moved to their present position through Umunna.

Every sentence in your post has FIGHT in it. Must there always be fight and why will Igbos from Enugu want to attack Lagos. Even if they do it will be people of Enugu attacking people of Lagos not Igbos attacking Lagos. Now do the math. That will answer your question.

Why won't 3rd generation igbos fight along Lagosians if they are considered Lagosians and given equal right and opportunity to contribute to both the development and defence of the city.

When people are living among you and you still consider them migrants after 2nd, 3rd, generation, they will begin to think that and will not owe allegiance to the state.

Genuine nationalism is understanding what is good for the state, contributing to the state and protecting the interest of the state.

It is a known fact that no society.culture can survive in isolation

There must be interraction with other people. But you have to give these people rights and sense of belonging

42. (1) A citizen of Nigeria of a particular community, ethnic group, place of origin, sex, religion or political opinion shall not, by reason only that he is such a person:-

(a) be subjected either expressly by, or in the practical application of, any law in force in Nigeria or any executive or administrative action of the government, to disabilities or restrictions to which citizens of Nigeria of other communities, ethnic groups, places of origin, sex, religions or political opinions are not made subject; or

(b) be accorded either expressly by, or in the practical application of, any law in force in Nigeria or any such executive or administrative action, any privilege or advantage that is not accorded to citizens of Nigeria of other communities, ethnic groups, places of origin, sex, religions or political opinions.

(2) No citizen of Nigeria shall be subjected to any disability or deprivation merely by reason of the circumstances of his birth.

(3) Nothing in subsection (1) of this section shall invalidate any law by reason only that the law imposes restrictions with respect to the appointment of any person to any office under the State or as a member of the armed forces of the Federation or member of the Nigeria Police Forces or to an office in the service of a body, corporate established directly by any law in force in Nigeria.

43. Subject to the provisions of this Constitution, every citizen of Nigeria shall have the right to acquire and own immovable property anywhere in Nigeria.
http://www.nigeria-law.org/ConstitutionOfTheFederalRepublicOfNigeria.htm#Chapter_4

15. (1) The motto of the Federal Republic of Nigeria shall be Unity and Faith, Peace and Progress.

(2) Accordingly, national integration shall be actively encouraged, whilst discrimination on the grounds of place of origin, sex, religion, status, ethnic or linguistic association or ties shall be prohibited.

(3) For the purpose of promoting national integration, it shall be the duty of the State to:

(a) provide adequate facilities for and encourage free mobility of people, goods and services throughtout the Federation.

(b) secure full residence rights for every citizen in all parts of the Federation.

(c) encourage inter-marriage among persons from different places of origin, or of different religious, ethnic or linguistic association or ties; and

(d) promote or encourage the formation of associations that cut across ethnic, linguistic, religious and or other sectional barriers.

(4) The State shall foster a feeling of belonging and of involvement among the various people of the Federation, to the end that loyalty to the nation shall override sectional loyalties.

(5) The State shall abolish all corrupt practices and abuse of power.
http://www.nigeria-law.org/ConstitutionOfTheFederalRepublicOfNigeria.htm#Chapter_2

17. (1) The State social order is founded on ideals of Freedom, Equality and Justice.

(2) In furtherance of the social order-

(a) every citizen shall have equality of rights, obligations and opportunities before the law;

(b) the sanctity of the human person shall be recognised and human dignity shall be maintained and enhanced;

(c) governmental actions shall be humane;

(d) exploitation of human or natural resources in any form whatsoever for reasons, other than the good of the community, shall be prevented; and

(e) the independence, impartiality and integrity of courts of law, and easy accessibility thereto shall be secured and maintained.

(3) The State shall direct its policy towards ensuring that-

(a) all citizens, without discrimination on any group whatsoever, have the opportunity for securing adequate means of livelihood as well as adequate opportunity to secure suitable employment;

(b) conditions of work are just and humane, and that there are adequate facilities for leisure and for social, religious and cultural life;

(c) the health, safety and welfare of all persons in employment are safeguarded and not endangered or abused;

(d) there are adequate medical and health facilities for all persons:

(e) there is equal pay for equal work without discrimination on account of sex, or on any other ground whatsoever;

(f) children, young persons and the age are protected against any exploitation whatsoever, and against moral and material neglect;

(g) provision is made for public assistance in deserving cases or other conditions of need; and

(h) the evolution and promotion of family life is encouraged.
http://www.nigeria-law.org/ConstitutionOfTheFederalRepublicOfNigeria.htm#Chapter_2

ChinenyeN:

You think those quotes settle the matter, Tsiya?

T9ksy:

Quote from:Tsiya on: February 05, 2011, 01:02 PM Who asked them? Abegi, make dem go contribute to the development and defence of their region 1st.I don’t see them asking for equal rights and opportunity in Kano, Kaduna or Kafanchan.Abi , dem no get 3rd generation igbos in these areas? Or have they all being wiped out by the indigenes.

Quote from:Tsiya on: February 05, 2011, 01:02 PM Once again, i repeat,Who ask them? Yes o, they are still migrants despite the fact that they are 3rd, 4th or even 10th generation. If they don’t like it they don’t have to stay. When you are in rome, you behave like the romans else the romans will send you packing from rome.

Quote from:Tsiya on: February 05, 2011, 01:02 PM Did I just read you right? Genuine nationalism in Nigeria? Where was this authentic nationalism when a drawn cartoon of a religious leader from the Arab world by a white man necessitate the killings of Nigerians by fellow so-called Nigerians?
here's a quote from the northern house of assembly in 1964:


Quote from:Tsiya on: February 05, 2011, 01:02 PMThat is a matter of opinion o, my brother. If a society decides to stay in isolation, of what concern is that to you?


Quote from:Tsiya on: February 05, 2011, 01:02 PMYeah, like the northerners has been interacting with the igbos since 1945. I beg carry go, jo.who the hell are you to determine for others that they MUST interact with their neighbours.

Tsiya:

no.

Somebody was looking for constitutional support and I humbly provided.

There are 150 million Nigerians, they are the one to settle this matter.