There are some Nairalanders you as a Nairalander don't follow (you cannot follow everyone anyway), but you admire their posts. You might not agree with their views on all issues, but you respect them because of how truthful, encompassing and "mature" the posts come across.

Who could they be?

Sweetbun

I will go first;

Cococandy: I have been following her posts for more than ten years now. While I don't agree with all, I respect her views and applaud her consistency.

CaveAdullam: Pretty detailed posts.

Acidosis: He comes across as a mature man. Those days, I wondered if he was the same person as Acidtalk as both have or had (I no too sabi) conservative views. But Acidtalk was more raw. Nevertheless, 'Dosis' posts have been consistent and well-mannered. I do admire them.

Pocohantas: Obviously popular to most Nlders, I find most of her posts to be hilarious, yet honest. She is raw and doesn't care what people say about her. Overall, she is consistent, and most importantly, she is a one-woman-army. At a point, I used to imagine her punching into the air when replying to certain posts and Nlders.

LordAdam1: He comes across as a big man who has seen everything. There was a reply he gave me that changed my perspective towards entrepreneurship, which I hold till date. Na him favourite way to ending each post with "Lord" wey dey burst my head.

Gerrard59:
I will go first;

Cococandy: I have been following her posts for more than ten years now. While I don't agree with all, I respect her views and applaud her consistency.

CaveAdullam: Pretty detailed posts.

Acidosis: He comes across as a mature man. Those days, I wondered if he was the same person as Acidtalk as both have or had (I no too sabi) conservative views. But Acidtalk was more raw. Nevertheless, 'Dosis' posts have been consistent and well-mannered. I do admire them.

Pocohantas: Obviously popular to most Nlders, I find most of her posts to be hilarious, yet honest. She is raw and doesn't care what people say about her. Overall, she is consistent, and most importantly, she is a one-woman-army. At a point, I used to imagine her punching into the air when replying to certain posts and Nlders.

LordAdam1: He comes across as a big man who has seen everything. There was a reply he gave me that changed my perspective towards entrepreneurship, which I hold till date. Na him favorite way to ending each post with "Lord" wey dey burst my head.

Clearly matured people on your list.

The same reason you mentioned me is the same reason I follow you.

Your attraction towards statistics and data is what I find pleasing. Which has led me to be more considerate when picking, assimilating, and distributing discourse.

I'm really enjoying the last book you recommended: Prosperity Paradox.

Thanks.

CaveAdullam:


Clearly matured people on your list.

The same reason you mentioned me is the same reason I follow you.

Your attraction towards statistics and data is what I find pleasing. Which has led me to be more considerate when picking, assimilating, and distributing discourse.

I'm really enjoying the last book you recommended: Prosperity Paradox.

Thanks.

Thanks for the mention.

That book was what made me understand corruption is not necessarily Nigeria's problem but the over-dependence on government entities. The government has no business in the business of business. It should act as a regulatory force, not operating.

My stance on statistics is based on personal beliefs and academic background: in my field (right from undergrad), if you say anything, you must support it with facts. You cannot just say something and go like that. Expect a barrage of questions: how, why, where, what, which, why not, etc. At first, e go be as if the questionnaires hate you, but it helped me organise the way I see things. Nothing like trust me bro or I no fit lie give you or dem tell me say. That behaviour nearly cause problem with me and my departmental mates then. But with time, anyone discussing issues with me was careful at making categorical statements, because I will ask for the source.

Another moniker of mention is IbeOkehie: He made me understand Nigerians don't own land, there is still subsidy on petroleum products, and I like his capitalistic mentality. I thought I was a profound capitalist until I came across his posts.

Gerrard59:


Thanks for the mention.

That book was what made me understand corruption is not necessarily Nigeria's problem but the over-dependence on government entities. The government has no business in the business of business. It should act as a regulatory force, not operating.

My stance on statistics is based on personal beliefs and academic background: in my field (right from undergrad), if you say anything, you must support it with facts. You cannot just say something and go like that. Expect a barrage of questions: how, why, where, what, which, why not, etc. At first, e go be as if the questionnaires hate you, but it helped me organise the way I see things. Nothing like trust me bro or I no fit lie give you or dem tell me say. That behaviour nearly cause problem with me and my departmental mates then. But with time, anyone discussing issues with me was careful at making categorical statements, because I will ask for the source.

Another moniker of mention is IbeOkehie: He made me understand Nigerians don't own land, there is still subsidy on petroleum products, and I like his capitalistic mentality. I thought I was a profound capitalist until I came across his posts.

When discussing economic problems, what I have majorly come across is the burden placed on the government.

First time I'm reading a book that shifts the burden to the masses.

Notwithstanding, every analysis is based on a particular angle which leads to the same end: economic prosperity.

The government still has many functions to display. Policies, legislation, and oversight from their angle will go a long way in manifesting growth and development.

The unfortunate aspect of African politics and economy is that there is already an established template for growth and sustainability, yet we are all looking the wrong way and proudly walking on the wrong path.

That's why I always project that light will dawn on Africa maybe 100 - 1000 years from now. But as for the moment, we're still confused as a people, nation, and continent. Which will make progress be accomplished at a snail-paced.

Before that time, it's left for each individual to lift themselves from their shackles. Either through tough work and/or cooperation. Because help is far from the African continent.

Sigh.

IbeOkehie and Ednut1, are also good with their posts. Very realistic + they have the experience inside their bags.

Kudos, man.

Thanks.

CaveAdullam:


When discussing economic problems, what I have majorly come across is the burden placed on the government.

First time I'm reading a book that shifts the burden to the masses.

Notwithstanding, every analysis is based on a particular angle which leads to the same end: economic prosperity.

The government still has many functions to display. Policies, legislation, and oversight from their angle will go a long way in manifesting growth and development.

The unfortunate aspect of African politics and economy is that there is already an established template for growth and sustainability, yet we are all looking the wrong way and proudly walking on the wrong path.

That's why I always project that light will dawn on Africa maybe 100 - 1000 years from now. But as for the moment, we're still confused as a people, nation, and continent. Which will make progress be accomplished at a snail-paced.

Before that time, it's left for each individual to lift themselves from their shackles. Either through tough work and/or cooperation. Because help is far from the African continent.

Sigh.

IbeOkehie and Ednut1, are also good with their posts. Very realistic + they have the experience inside their bags.

Kudos, man.

Thanks.

What book was that? Ejor

Regex:


What book was that? Ejor

Below.

Pocohantas for me, street smart and book wise.

Off topic: pls @Gerrard59 how can I create a thread/post without getting banned by the anti spam bot?

Netizen28:
Pocoh.antas for me, street smart and book wise.

Off topic: pls @Gerrar.d59 how can I create a thread/post without getting banned by the anti spam bot?

If you spend too much writing a comment, copy the post and exit that page. Return and paste your comment then post immediately. However, this does not work always when you have quite a number of links embedded in the post.

CaveAdullam:


When discussing economic problems, what I have majorly come across is the burden placed on the government.

First time I'm reading a book that shifts the burden to the masses.

Notwithstanding, every analysis is based on a particular angle which leads to the same end: economic prosperity.

The government still has many functions to display. Policies, legislation, and oversight from their angle will go a long way in manifesting growth and development.

The unfortunate aspect of African politics and economy is that there is already an established template for growth and sustainability, yet we are all looking the wrong way and proudly walking on the wrong path.

That's why I always project that light will dawn on Africa maybe 100 - 1000 years from now. But as for the moment, we're still confused as a people, nation, and continent. Which will make progress be accomplished at a snail-paced.

Before that time, it's left for each individual to lift themselves from their shackles. Either through tough work and/or cooperation. Because help is far from the African continent.

Sigh.

IbeOkehie and Ednut1, are also good with their posts. Very realistic + they have the experience inside their bags.

Kudos, man.

Thanks.

This has been my stance over time.

And the author is about to shake my belief.

Cc. Gerrard59

I don't think I have anyone. I often follow them all.

CaveAdullam:


This has been my stance over time.

And the author is about to shake my belief.

Cc. Gerra.rd59

When Efosa promoted the book, he outlined examples of countries and instances where prosperity begets institutions. The same applies to developed countries. They had ongoing prosperity, which necessitated the creation of strong institutions as time went on. The institutions did not come before prosperity. They came after.

Gerrard59:
I will go first;

Cococandy: I have been following her posts for more than ten years now. While I don't agree with all, I respect her views and applaud her consistency.

CaveAdullam: Pretty detailed posts.

Acidosis: He comes across as a mature man. Those days, I wondered if he was the same person as Acidtalk as both have or had (I no too sabi) conservative views. But Acidtalk was more raw. Nevertheless, 'Dosis' posts have been consistent and well-mannered. I do admire them.

Pocohantas: Obviously popular to most Nlders, I find most of her posts to be hilarious, yet honest. She is raw and doesn't care what people say about her. Overall, she is consistent, and most importantly, she is a one-woman-army. At a point, I used to imagine her punching into the air when replying to certain posts and Nlders.

LordAdam1: He comes across as a big man who has seen everything. There was a reply he gave me that changed my perspective towards entrepreneurship, which I hold till date. Na him favourite way to ending each post with "Lord" wey dey burst my head.

@Gerrard59 please can You post the link to the response @ LordAdam1 gave You towards enterpreneurship I follow both of You and I always look forward to learn from both of You alongside caveadullam, acidosis, and Ednut1 and some other intelligent, practical and realistic minds sharing information on this platform

Laird:


@Gerrar.d59 please can You post the link to the response @

Unfortunately, I cannot retrieve the thread or post where we conversed.