I have been an ardent follower of Nairaland for say 6 years now, but have never really been commenting on issues posted. I have noticed a pattern that new members who try to comment on topics are either celebrally shown that they are rookies or/and completely shunned out. This pratice must be discouraged. Nairalanders if am wrong, can someone tell me the otherwise. Pls and pls no hate intended and no abusive words on this thread.

Maybe its the culture here.

I've 1st hand experience. Look at my very 1st post and see what a saga it turned into... In any case you cannot teach old dogs new tricks poster. You will see the responses they might throw @ you.

I think it's mainly an issue of "sizing you up". It's like being the new kid in class. No one knows how you're going to turn out to be, and the older guys try to make a powerful impression on you. I've witnessed this myself a few times and I equally agree that it's wrong.

If you would like to participate in a discussion, you are free to despite what anyone says. Be bold and stand your ground.

It's a mind thing. Some feel they've been here for so long and wouldn't tolerate a newbie bringing a change or bringing back done and dusted topics. The funny thing about internet is invisibility. That a person registers today doesn't mean he's not being following a forum for years. It's just a matter of choice to register at his own time.

Buh seriously tho, some newbie ought to be spanked for being too lazy to use the search bar. :PIt's a mind thing. Some feel they've been here for so long and wouldn't tolerate a newbie bringing a change or bringing back done and dusted topics. The funny thing about internet is invisibility. That a person registers today doesn't mean he's not being following a forum for years. It's just a matter of choice to register at his own time.

Buh seriously tho, some newbie ought to be spanked for being too lazy to use the search bar.

odumchi: I think it's mainly an issue of "sizing you up". It's like being the new kid in class. No one knows how you're going to turn out to be, and the older guys try to make a powerful impression on you. I've witnessed this myself a few times and I equally agree that it's wrong.

If you would like to participate in a discussion, you are free to despite what anyone says. Be bold and stand your ground.

Well said

Mustay: It's a mind thing. . .The funny thing about internet is invisibility. That a person registers today doesn't mean he's not being following a forum for years. It's just a matter of choice to register at his own time.

True.

Mustay: It's a mind thing. Some feel they've been here for so long and wouldn't tolerate a newbie bringing a change or bringing back done and dusted topics. The funny thing about internet is invisibility. That a person registers today doesn't mean he's not being following a forum for years. It's just a matter of choice to register at his own time.

Buh seriously tho, some newbie ought to be spanked for being too lazy to use the search bar. :PIt's a mind thing. Some feel they've been here for so long and wouldn't tolerate a newbie bringing a change or bringing back done and dusted topics. The funny thing about internet is invisibility. That a person registers today doesn't mean he's not being following a forum for years. It's just a matter of choice to register at his own time.

I agree, I'm here since 2009 but really active since last year, and yes I've noticed some people don't linke change, but my dear let's impose yourself if you have something to say or to notice just go ahead because you'll never been appreciated by everyone

Do you also know that if a section has an 'active poster' or 'usual suspects' and some newbie comes with awesome delivery of his/her messages, there's this 'ITK beefing'?

Well, am of the opinion that inasmuch as we want to have fun, some people taking the internet personal never pays. There was a time I was once active but I've not been able to 'get back to that form' for some time or too 'busy' to post or enjoy just reading up views (people do this a lot). So, for those who wanna carry an internet forum thread, they're kindly advised to GET A LIFE!

I find this funny, well OP i guess it is in every society this happens

Ok,people for real get intimidated by online strangers?Folks that would probably not stand you one on one make one cry online?
Fvck me sideways!

OP,its a freaking internet.FEAR NO ONE!

Well said people! This is about the most intelligent responses I jhave since in a long while. I must insist that change is inevitable and must be embraced. Don't look down on people based on frivolities,Remember God does it all

the IQ level of the op on nl is worrisome.

and yes, i'm a new member just like the poster.

i've been "following nl" for longer than him or her.

'It's lie!'

In my frequent days of nairalanding, I sabi dat tpia name wella. maybe u were banned or something

^you seem familiar.

So you can see me eh? Omo, dey fear spirit o.

Your name sounds and 'reads' familiar.

^^explain yourself nah.

post relevant links, etc.

you frequent religion [muslim] section, right?

The quiet guy? I think I remember you now. Correct me if I'm wrong.

Ok you're right in most parts. My eyes deceived me initially, thought I saw "you used to fight in the religion section". Aint from Kano but I once moderated the section.

^I dont remember you fighting in religion section, but if you think you did. . . . . . . . .well, just turn over a new leaf, that's all. . . . . . .unless you'd rather continue fghting. . . . . . .

That's what makes me 'quiet'. 'Cos people 'can like' to cause wahala and encourage fanaticsm

^^so, where have you been all this while?

did you take a break from nl?

i havent been seeing you in the muslim section for sometime now.

tpia@:
^^so, where have you been all this while?

did you take a break from nl?

i havent been seeing you in the muslim section for sometime now.

Tpia have you no shame ?-openly flirting with a guy on NL.

Mustay guy be careful. Ever heard of the black widow spider or the praying mantis and what they do to their consort?

@OP
Indeed some members of this forum think they have superior wisdom bc they have been here longer. All that is nonsense and should be ignored. Debate issues and not personality unless if personality becomes the issue.

^^dont let bad belle kill you nah.

are you gaay or something?

you want him?

No u can have him. But I am not sure he wants you

I could take u, If u ask nicely!

Pennywise:

Tpia have you no shame ?-openly flirting with a guy on NL.

How does that concerns you?

Hello dear friends:
I am fairly new to the forum. I registered in November 2011.
If we add that do not speak English, because I am a foreigner, I must admit that all I have been very well received. It is logical that a forum has discussions, and sometimes even anger, but that is part of the essence.
I think the key is not to offend, and not disqualify the other.
Do not forget that hard with whom we are discussing today, possibly tomorrow we agree on another topic. Let's take the word "tolerance" and not say what we not like to be told.
I had the good fortune to meet friends, I have no enmity with anyone and I do not have anyone with me.
I think it is very wise friend said Odumchi:
"If you would like to Participate in a discussion, you are free to despite what anyone says. Be bold and stand your ground"
This thread is interesting.
I would like to take this opportunity to greet all with special affection.

Ptolomeus:
Let's take the word "tolerance"

I have no enmity with anyone and I do not have anyone with me.

Agree. It's not worth it and moreso, having e-fights. LIVE simply.
Life
Is
Very
Easy

@OP
Ehn, get used to it. Funny thing is, its the same in just about any other forum out there. Newbie comes along, says something and breaks some silent ''rule'', and the entire rat-pack decends on him/her.
In any case, its a measure of your self-confidence... and general knowledge. I mean, if you actually know what you're talking about, you wouldn't get phased easily, eh?

OP
You'll get used to it. It is just the way Nairaland operates.

Thank you. I will and should

Chibuzo-Ikenna:
I have been an ardent follower of Nairaland for say 6 years now, but have never really been commenting on issues posted. I have noticed a pattern that new members who try to comment on topics are either celebrally shown that they are rookies or/and completely shunned out. This pratice must be discouraged. Nairalanders if am wrong, can someone tell me the otherwise. Pls and pls no hate intended and no abusive words on this thread.

Do not be intimidated. It is the internet after all. Most Nigerians have a big filthy mouth online but if they meet you face to face, they become quiet as a mouse. I have been on this forum for several years lurking around but then finally decided to create an account. I post my opinion and then walk away. I have no time to argue back and forth with any faceless stranger/forumite because I have better things to do with my time. So, state your opinion and that is it. Alot of Nigerians are very rude online but they know they can't attempt that rubbish in a real life face to face situation or they gonna get hurt, literally!