r231:

Guys,

We have 3 positions left

the criteria for these positions are -

Notes:
- 5, 6 and 7 must be Nigeria-based
- Not to be sexiest but must be at least 2 females and a guy
- Must be able to donate some of their precious time to go out and investigate cases
- To physically confirm and lead projects; must be in Nigeria, ready to devote time for the exercises
[b]- Must be a regular poster on Nairaland NOT once a week poster
- Member since at least 2007 as there will be a lot money involved

oludashmi:

@r231
This is a good idea
But I am suggesting alj harem, does he fit into the criteria, I think he should be considered among the 3 remaining pple. . .but that is if he likes to.
Just my opinion

4real:

Da Doctor your reply is the mean reason why we dont have people helping out in charity works, i tried to start one two years ago to raise money for charity houses but all i heard was what was there share of the money, even so called big stars who i would mention there names when the time is right where asking for money, if you want to help do if na hunger they catch you say so and we will place you on the list of people who would need help, in the uk alone they riase at least over 500,000,000 yearly for charity, that is why our nation would never move forward because we dont give, a begger would never ever get bigger then the giver until he or she turns to a giver if you cant give your money give your time if you cant give any shout the bleep up

ifyalways:

@Afam4ever and Radiant,I understand where you guys are coming from in regards to giving Mr Obuh every dime raised for him but i've got to say this:

As it is now,the Obuh's family is good to go and have everything they need to make a success out of their lives.What happens or would it amount to anything to hand them raw cash and watch them mis-manage it?We have not washed our hands off them,we'd be monitoring them and ready to offer them the big brother lending hands when needed in future.We can't baby feed the Obuhs forever,it won't even help them,now is the time for Monday to rise as a man and take care of his family,that way he'd learn to be responsible.

I still suggest that we look for another family/individual that we can help build.The challenge has been thrown open(not for NGO'S) to every nlder to bring forward any geniue case of someone/family that are in dire need.Rather than keeping money(the bal from the Obuh's) we can as well help uplift another family.

Radiant:

First of all, the issue of partnering with an NGO should be waved aside. It's always messy. Let us just do things OUR own way. We've done very well so far. NGO's have enough sponsors.

In other words, the Obuhs are made already? Why didn't we set a target amount and once we hit it tell people to stop donating? We kept welcoming donations for the Obuhs and now you say we keep their money for when again? There's nothing like helping in the future. They need all that money donated. Not because they have a roof over their head and a shop then ohh they're sorted. This is a family not just one person. The new baby is coming, you said the lady can't do much 'cause of her hearing issues. So it means that the shop is their only source of income.(As it is now) They need to sort out other issue that we probably don't know about. May be they're even owing people money. Or you think it's only the pure water business that kept them alive for 2 years? And many other problems and even health issues we know nothing about.

We are not spoiling them if that's what you're thinking. It's God's favour on them. People have been touched by their story and donated money. You can't decide to keep their money. It is their money either you agree or not. It's almost beginning to look like scam. You ask people to donate towards one thing and then you turn around and tell them you'll use the money for another? I don't think this will encourage people to give in the future.
It's always good to set targets and once target is met to stop. You shouldn't welcome more donations for one thing and don't use it at the end of the day.

I don't understand what you guys mean by "monitoring" them. Like if they don't do well what will do We've done our bit. What they decide to do is totally up to them. We can only wish them the best.

Menek, wasn't "monitored". Yet he's doing well enough today to join in helping this family.

It's their blessing please. Let's give them their money. This is how God embarrasses us with blessings. This is their testimony.

My 2p as usual. If you guys think otherwise, good luck.

Radiant:

First of all, the issue of partnering with an NGO should be waved aside. It's always messy. Let us just do things OUR own way. We've done very well so far. NGO's have enough sponsors.

In other words, the Obuhs are made already? Why didn't we set a target amount and once we hit it tell people to stop donating? We kept welcoming donations for the Obuhs and now you say we keep their money for when again? There's nothing like helping in the future. They need all that money donated. Not because they have a roof over their head and a shop then ohh they're sorted. This is a family not just one person. The new baby is coming, you said the lady can't do much 'cause of her hearing issues. So it means that the shop is their only source of income.(As it is now) They need to sort out other issue that we probably don't know about. May be they're even owing people money. Or you think it's only the pure water business that kept them alive for 2 years? And many other problems and even health issues we know nothing about.

We are not spoiling them if that's what you're thinking. It's God's favour on them. People have been touched by their story and donated money. You can't decide to keep their money. It is their money either you agree or not. It's almost beginning to look like scam. You ask people to donate towards one thing and then you turn around and tell them you'll use the money for another? I don't think this will encourage people to give in the future.
It's always good to set targets and once target is met to stop. You shouldn't welcome more donations for one thing and don't use it at the end of the day.

I don't understand what you guys mean by "monitoring" them. Like if they don't do well what will do  We've done our bit. What they decide to do is totally up to them. We can only wish them the best.

Menek, wasn't "monitored". Yet he's doing well enough today to join in helping this family.

It's their blessing please. Let's give them their money. This is how God embarrasses us with blessings. This is their testimony.

My 2p as usual. If you guys think otherwise, good luck.

afam4eva:

Well said

I still think all the money be given to the Obuh family. They're not kids. They'll know how to use the money. Afterall it's theirs. let's not cause unnecessary confusion.

Odunnu:

Most if not everybody who contributed money to help the family of Mr Obuh doesnt know him, cant pick him out from the crowd. People who contributed did so because there was a need and they believed they could jointly help accomplish that need. Fine. As it stands now, Mr Obuh and his family cannot be named again as 'needy in the society'. Thanks to the joint effort. Having laid this foundation, I think it would be unwise to give that family all the money collected,it would be more useful if we are able to set up another needy family who least expected it, that way, Mr Obuh would have even contributed to the rising of another family. What we are all against is giving it to someone who doesnt need it, but if we can restore another family with the exceess from the Obuh's, I dont think anything is wrong with it.

afam4eva:

Just give him all the money that was contributed for him. is it too much to ask. I don't know why Nigerians don't like doing the right things. The money was contributed for Mr A right? Then give it to Mr A.

Odunnu:

Stop making it seem like there's something Odunnu would gain from giving or not giving it all to Mr Obuh.
We raised money for a poor Mr Obuh, that Mr Obuh is very comfortable, maybe more comfortable than some who dropped their naira. Nothing in the book says you cant use the excess fund to help another genuine guy who is in helplessly in need

Odunnu:

Stop making it seem like there's something Odunnu would gain from giving or not giving it all to Mr Obuh.
We raised money for a poor Mr Obuh, that Mr Obuh is very comfortable, maybe more comfortable than some who dropped their naira. Nothing in the book says you cant use the excess fund to help another genuine guy who is in helplessly in need

OAM4J:

Moving Forward.

We have decided to raise field workers/volunteers as the need arise for each and every project.

But this 10 man working committee shall be managing the affairs of this organisation and all the projects.

1. R231 --------- Coordinator
2. RONKEBP
3. IFYALWAYS
4. OAM4J ---------- Ast. Coordinator
5. JAYBEE
6. JARUS -------- Accountant
7. YAMAKUZA ---------------- Secretary
8. FREIBURGER
9. OLOWOTEE
10. CHAIRCOVER

Again I want to ask: If anyone has any reason or reasons why any of the above cannot be trusted, let him speak now or for ever hold his/her peace.

We need to conclude on the name of this charity organisation. Can we have suggestions please?

Also anyone is free to bring to our attention any situation requiring the support of this organisation, we will take as much as we can in a year but one at a time.


Please all the committee members above should please send an email (preferable yahoo mail) to nairalandcharity@gmail.com . We are trying to set up an effective means of communication.

Freiburger:

i heard you mentioned Odunu the last time, but i can't find her name on the list. Is she no longer interested in in working with the committee?
Can someone help me with an answer?

Odunnu:

Permit me to be among the council of elders here,lol, more like a nominal partner reason being that I have a lot of charity organisations and NGOs my man and I are already indebted to. Taking up an active role here might be a conflict of interests. Dunno if I made sense with this excuse