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Giigglee:
They are beautiful...they make sense

You're head dey there

FashionStyleGla:
Why don't people call the fire service when Christians are screaming and shouting fire at the top of their lungs on Sunday ?

When the Holy Spirit descended on the apostles it was like cloves of fire. No disciple got burnt.

When the Holy Spirit descended on Jesus He descended like a white dove.

Maybe Christians need to focus on how Jesus recieved the holy spirit. Jesus did not make any sound or start shouting.

Jesus is the Author and Finisher of Christianity, not his disciples or David.

Jesus is the Standard

Omo na so...
. Hilltop of Fire and Deliverance

Kobojunkie:
He signed peace treaties and those magically kept the land of Israel from being ravaged by many of his enemies? Are you folks for real? 🤔🤔

Solomon, by way of his many treaties, ended up with 300 wives and 700 concubines, who eventually led him away from the worship of the YHWH of Israel towards the worship of Idols costing him his part in the covenant of salt promised by YHWH of Israel to his father, David. In addition to that, Solomon's actions led to the fracturing of the original nation of Israel into two different nations shortly after his death. 🤔🤔

Solomon was not necessarily a better king that his father, even with his immense wisdom. That is what is actually recorded in the book which many of you refuse to read for your own selves. 🤔🤔

Read the Bible first about Solomon and come back and talk

chariiks:
What's Tinubu scared of? There's life after power. No one remains in power forever. Tinubu will give an account of how he used the power he grabbed and ran away with. If your legacy is good, why cripple opposition? I'm bewildered by his actions

Welcome to Nigeria, how long will you be staying sir ?

FashionStyleGla:
How much do customized t-shirts cost.
Like how much do Customized Tee-shirts Printing with African Designs like the ones Hypno of Hypnotised used to make around 2002 cost ?

High Quality

if you’re looking for a customized t-shirt with a traditional African mask printed on it in Lagos, you’re not really just shopping for a piece of cotton. You’re stepping into a whole ecosystem of hustlers, artists, print technicians, market uncles, Instagram entrepreneurs, and cultural curators, all orbiting around one of the most creatively chaotic cities on earth. Lagos doesn’t do things halfway. If you want it custom, you want it loud, you want it to carry weight, and you want it to survive third-mainland-bridge traffic and a sudden downpour without peeling off. So where do you actually go? Well, grab a bottle of chilled Maltina, pull up a chair, and let’s walk through it together.

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First off, why a traditional African mask? Because it’s never just a graphic. Whether it’s the sweeping curves of a Yoruba Gelede, the geometric intensity of a Dan or Senufo piece, the ancestral gravity of Igbo Mbari figures, or the bronze-stylized faces inspired by Benin court art, these masks carry centuries of storytelling, spirituality, and craftsmanship. Slapping one on a t-shirt isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about wearing a fragment of heritage in a modern language. And in a city like Lagos, where tradition and trend constantly remix each other, a custom print becomes a walking conversation. But getting it done right? That’s the real Lagos adventure.


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Your first instinct might be to head straight to Balogun Market or Oyingbo, and honestly, that’s not a bad place to start. Walk past the fabric stalls, the wholesale electronics, the mountain of secondhand jeans, and you’ll eventually stumble into the printing alleys. They’re tucked away behind shops selling everything from phone chargers to wedding aso-ebi, but they’re there: rows of heat-press machines, manual screen-printing frames, and guys who can knock out fifty shirts before lunch. You can buy blank tees in bulk right next door, hand them a high-res image of your mask, and walk away with a custom piece in a few hours. The energy is raw, the prices are negotiable, and the experience is pure Lagos. But here’s the catch: quality control is entirely on you. Screen printing struggles with fine mask details and gradients. Heat transfers look sharp on day one but crack after three washes. Ink quality varies wildly, and cotton GSM is rarely discussed unless you ask. If you go this route, bring your own pre-shrunk blanks, ask to see a test print on scrap fabric, and don’t be shy about walking away if the registration looks off. Bargain, yes, but don’t squeeze so hard they cut corners on ink or press temperature.

If you’d rather trade the market sweat for something a bit more curated, your next stop should be the creative corridors of Yaba, Surulere, or Lekki. Yaba, in particular, has quietly become Lagos’s unofficial design and tech incubator. Above the buka joints and co-working spaces, you’ll find small-batch print studios and independent fashion collectives that actually treat customization like a craft. Many of them run direct-to-garment printers, which are essentially giant inkjet machines that spray water-based ink straight into the cotton fibers. Direct-to-garment printing is ideal for African mask designs because it captures fine linework, shading, and subtle tonal shifts that screen printing flattens out. You walk in with a PNG or vector file, they run a digital mockup, suggest fabric options, and print on demand. Turnaround is usually two to four days. Prices are higher than the market, but you’re paying for consistency, colorfast ink, and someone who actually cares about the final product surviving your washing machine. Many of these spots don’t even have street-facing storefronts; you find them through Instagram, WhatsApp, or word-of-mouth. Search tags like CustomTeeLagos or DTGPrintNigeria, and you’ll quickly see whose work holds up under scrutiny.

Then there’s the fully digital route, which basically runs on WhatsApp Business and delivery apps. Type custom t-shirt printing Lagos into your phone and you’ll get flooded with vendors operating out of Ikeja GRA, Ajah, or even mainland residential apartments. Some are legit studios with professional color profiling and pre-treatment stations; others are one-man operations with a cheap Chinese printer and a dream. The difference is communication. A serious vendor will ask about your mask’s copyright or cultural origin, recommend the right print method for your design complexity, send you a digital proof with exact color matching, and tell you straight up whether heat transfer, direct-to-garment, or screen printing will serve you best. They’ll also quote delivery fees upfront and give you a realistic timeline. Red flags include vague pricing, no fabric specs, or pressure to pay fully upfront without a contract or receipt. Always pay at least half on confirmation, keep the chat logged, and ask for a photo of the actual printed shirt before dispatch.

Now, let’s talk about the mask itself, because this is where things get culturally interesting. African mask is a massive umbrella, and not all motifs are created equal. Some designs are tied to specific rites, communities, or spiritual practices. If you’re commissioning something, do a little research. Are you using a publicly archived museum illustration? A contemporary artist’s reinterpretation? A stock vector that’s been floating around the internet for years? If it’s the latter, you might end up with a generic, culturally flattened graphic that looks more like festival merch than heritage wear. Better yet, collaborate with a local illustrator or graphic designer who understands the visual language of West African carving. Many Lagos-based artists already work in vector, understand print bleed and DPI requirements, and can adapt traditional forms into something respectful, sharp, and uniquely yours. You’ll pay a bit more, but you’ll also get a shirt that doesn’t just look good, it means something.

Practically speaking, here’s what I would tell anyone actually doing this run in Lagos. Bring or source one hundred percent cotton blanks. Polyester blends repel water-based ink and make the print sit on top instead of bonding. Ask for pre-treatment Printing confirmation if going with direct-to-garment printing. Without it, colors wash out fast. For screen printing, limit yourself to three to four colors max. Intricate masks will blur. Request a physical test print or at least a high-res photo under natural light. Phone cameras lie. Wash instructions matter: inside out, cold water, no bleach, hang dry. Lagos humidity plus hard water equals print enemy number one. If you’re ordering multiple, start with one. Lagos vendors scale fast, but quality drops if you skip the prototype stage Stickers.

So where do you actually buy it? There’s no single answer, and that’s kind of the point. If you want the unfiltered, high-energy, negotiate-until-you-sweat experience, hit the printing corridors of Balogun, Tejuosho, or Ojuelegba. If you want reliability, crisp detail, and someone who’ll actually talk you through DPI, fabric weight, and ink curing, book a session with a direct-to-garment studio in Yaba, Lekki Phase One, or Ikeja. If you’re short on time, ordering via a vetted Instagram vendor with transparent reviews, clear policies, and local dispatch is your safest bet. And if you really want it to sing, commission a Lagos-based designer to adapt the mask thoughtfully, then print it through a shop that treats cotton and ink like they matter Banners.

In the end, walking around Lagos in a custom tee with a traditional African mask on it isn’t just about fashion. It’s about carrying a visual archive on your chest while navigating a city that’s constantly rewriting itself. The shirt will fade slightly over time. The edges might soften. But that’s how tradition works anyway: it doesn’t stay frozen. It breathes, it moves, it gets worn. And in a place like Lagos, where the old and the new are forever shaking hands, that’s exactly how it should be.

brain54:
Vote for youths (young leaders) see the result...


I'm even surprised Desmond got a second and even 3rd tenure?

Vote for Youths....... The reality is vote for Integrity, Ideas and track records of implementation

ZUBY77:
Ambassador of Iran's war, let me educate you a little concerning the war going on in Iran.

Do you know who the current president of Venezuela is? It's Donald Trump.
It means all Iran's friends won't have alternative flow of oil. Venezuela was taken care of before flipping Iran's Page.

First, Trump said he would Bomb Iran. Iran panickednand started moving their missiles all over the COUNTRY, They started moving money to Russia too. Mossad followed them up closely.

When they were done with missile movements, Trump announced that he won't bomb Iran again. They rejoiced and started gathering together to discuss new plans, then boom, the sky fire started falling.
Khameni and hundreds of other regime leaders gone in few hours.

Donald Trump is the best war strategist in the world at the moment. USA does not need Strait of Hormuz to function, China, Japan, UK etc does.
Mining Strait of Hormuz strangles Iran itself, where are they going to move their oil from?
Stop following Al Jazeera to massage your emotions. Iran is being decimated on daily basis.
Israel is dealing with Hezzbolla in Lebanon currently. Gaza is down. Houthis will receive their shortly. Egypt already said they don't want to join the war.
Turkey with all their noises won't do a shit. Iran intentionally sent a missile to Turkey to drag them into the war, but Turkish people are smart, they warned Erdogan to stay off. Saudi Arabia is planning to create a new canal already.

An average US citizen in Washington is going about his business daily, some don't even know there is war going on. Can you say same thing about Tehran?


At the end, Iran will be destroyed.

All I can say with the amount of public information out there even from mainstream sources is ........


Yaba Left or Aro Abeokuta

FashionStyleGla:
I totally agree as early as 2000 it took just one Post to get 2,000 views. Now to get 2,000 views you need close to 60 comments. The predictability of the front page is shocking. You cannot focus on what people will like you need to focus on what people can learn. It's like going to mama put, once she is not including new dishes her joiht will die.

Japa reloaded

KobolanderSegun:
My Gee Giigglee how about this shoe ?. Is this shoe bad ?

Omo.... those things are totally beautiful.. beautiful shoes

erniok:
Solomon didn't have to fight. King David had subdued the other nations.

Read your Bible again

Inspiration2017:
Here are the key deductions from this situation:

**What actually happened**

An AP video shot in Hanoi on May 25, 2025 shows Macron's plane door opening to reveal him standing in the doorway. Brigitte's arms then emerge, she places both hands on her husband's face and gives it a shove. The president appears startled but quickly recovers, turns, and waves at the press. She remains concealed by the aircraft body, and notably did not take her husband's offered arm as they descended the stairs. [CBS News](https://www.cbsnews.com/news/brigitte-macron-emmanuel-macron-wife-france-president-hanoi/)

WHAT ACTUALLY HAPPENED

An AP video shot in Hanoi on May 25, 2025 shows Macron's plane door opening to reveal him standing in the doorway. Brigitte's arms then emerge, she places both hands on her husband's face and gives it a shove. The president appears startled but quickly recovers, turns, and waves at the press. She remains concealed by the aircraft body, and notably did not take her husband's offered arm as they descended the stairs. [CBS News](https://www.cbsnews.com/news/brigitte-macron-emmanuel-macron-wife-france-president-hanoi/)

THE OFFICIAL RESPONSE — AND ITS INCONSISTENCY

Macron's office initially denied the authenticity of the images, before they were confirmed as genuine. [CBS News](https://www.cbsnews.com/news/brigitte-macron-emmanuel-macron-wife-france-president-hanoi/) This is a significant deduction point — the first instinct was denial, not explanation. An Élysée official later said it was "a moment when the president and his wife were relaxing one last time before the start of the trip by having a laugh." [NBC News](https://www.nbcnews.com/world/europe/macrons-brigitte-video-wife-pushing-face-rcna209049) Macron himself called it playful bickering.

WHAT EXPERTS AND CONTEXT SUGGEST

A psychology professor at Northeastern University noted it is impossible to determine what actually happened without knowing what led up to the moment, since the plane door obscures the context. She cautioned that none of the visible signals alone should be used to make a firm inference — whether embarrassment or something more serious. [Northeastern Global News](https://news.northeastern.edu/2025/05/29/emmanuel-macron-plane-wife-video/)

TRUMP'S EXPLOITATION OF IT

Trump's comment — framing it as Brigitte "treating him extremely badly" and Macron "still recovering from a right to the jaw" — is a clear exaggeration designed to mock and diminish a geopolitical rival. It weaponizes a private couple's moment, amplifying it well beyond what the footage actually shows.

BROADER DEDUCTIONS

1. Geopolitical optics — Leaders are scrutinized even in unguarded private moments. What happens in the plane doorway can travel faster than any diplomatic statement.
2. Information warfare — Russian troll accounts and state media outlets seized on the video to spread disinformation about the French president, consistent with a pattern of targeting Macron. [TikTok](
https://www.tiktok.com/video/7509079969817988374) Trump's comment fits the same playbook, regardless of intent.
3. The age and power dynamic — The Macron marriage's unconventional origin (student-teacher, 24-year age gap) makes it a perpetual target. Any tension between them is more easily sensationalized because of that backdrop.
4. Denial before truth — The Élysée's initial denial of authentic footage is itself a deduction-worthy moment: it suggests a reflexive PR instinct that can backfire and deepen suspicion.

In summary, a private marital moment — ambiguous in nature — was turned into an international talking point, illustrating how personal vulnerabilities of leaders are exploited in modern information warfare.

At least he never went to Epstein island

JuanDeDios:
Well, I haven't seen that. But trust me, if he was regretting he would have divorced her long ago. Oyinbos don't carry marriage in their head like that.

He probably enjoys it. The dude is way ahead of himself when it comes to foreign policy he ranks as one of Europe's greatest leaders.

To oppose America so many times is Greatness.

Leepeak:
When kid speak elder knows
The macro that is not smarter win elections back to back I will consider him smart than DT
Na only woman he don win all he life
Biden flog trump, if na man trump want to contests for na flog Dem go flog am for elections,
DT lose one win
But macro win consecutively so which is a better leader?

Omo fear Macron.... Young man whey chase him teacher. The fact that a young man chased his teacher shows the guy is a bahd boy. The guy is basically the leader of Europe now because he comes up with solutions faster than other leaders.

madridguy:
Joke aside, Trump get bad mouth Macron will forever regret his actions for marrying his teacher

Meanwhile, no amount of insult will make Macron deploy his soldiers for Israel's war. Benjamin Netanyahu want war with Iran so badly, so let him deploy the IDF and Mossad to Iran for fight and stop looking for who will fight their war.

Word. Most guys don't understand, Macron was the one that chased her, he chased her like his life depended on it. Macron is not a small boy.......I feel sorry for Trump, you do not mock people in public. The problem with Trump is he doesn't understand human psychology, the quiet ones, the kind ones are the most wicked. Look at how he tried to snatch it and grab it Greenland. He thinks because Europeans are quiet that they are foolish. Look at NATO saying they will not get involved..... And you are mocking Macron....

ALLNIGERIANSMAD:
Trump is insuring world safety, Islamic regime can't be trusted, they only understand language of force. Trump needs to finish the Job

It is not hard..... Why don't you contact him on Twitter and offer to go to Iran since you believe so strongly in getting the job done. You can actually do it yourself. They say if you really want something done you should do it yourself

Giigglee:
If one wants to buy a Tee-shirt what is the best way to go about it ?

Where can I buy a t-shirt with African Designs on the Tee-shirt and what is the Price of a T-shirt with African Designs on the T-shirt.

More Than Just Fabric: The Story Behind the Custom Mask Tee

There are the basic blacks, the greys, the logo tees from brands that everyone else is wearing, and maybe that one shirt you got on vacation five years ago that's seen better days. But there's no soul in it. It's all mass-produced, cut from the same cloth, literally and figuratively. We live in a world where fast fashion tells us what to wear, and half the time, you walk into a party and someone else is wearing your outfit. It's the ultimate fashion faux pas, but honestly, it's just boring.

That's exactly where I was at a few months ago. I was craving something that felt like me, but I didn't want to design something from scratch if I didn't have to. I wanted collaboration. I wanted art. And somehow, through the deep dive of Instagram algorithms and late-night scrolling, I fell down the rabbit hole of customized, hand-painted t-shirts. Specifically, ones featuring African masks, paired with custom names and numbers on the back by Oloko Designs.

Now, I know what you're thinking. African masks on a t-shirt? With a jersey number? That sounds like a chaotic mix of a sports uniform and a museum exhibit. And you're not wrong. On paper, it's a wild combination. But when you actually hold one in your hands, when you see the brushstrokes and feel the weight of the design, it clicks. It makes a weird kind of perfect sense.

Some Unilag University of Lagos Students are among the free spirited and they wear t-shirts with African masks .

Here's the thing about African masks. They aren't just decorative objects. In their original contexts, across the vast and diverse continent of Africa, these masks are spiritual vessels. They represent ancestors, spirits, community roles, and stories that have been passed down for generations. They have power. They have eyes that seem to follow you. They have textures that look like weathered wood, even when they're painted on cotton. So, taking that imagery and putting it on a garment is a bold move. It's not just a graphic print; it's wearing a piece of history, reinterpreted through a modern lens.

But adding the name and number? That's where the personalization kicks in. It bridges the gap between ancient art and modern streetwear culture. Think about a sports jersey. You put your name on the back to claim your identity on the field. You pick a number that means something to you—maybe it's your birthday, maybe it's lucky, maybe it's just the only one left. Now, imagine that same energy, but instead of a team logo on the front, you've got a hand-painted Dan mask or a Dogon sculpture staring out from your chest. Some people even go as far as putting their phone numbers on Tee-shirt ie 08023057616 by Oloko Designs

The process of buying one of these was an experience in itself. This wasn't like clicking Add to Cart on Amazon and getting a package two days later. I had to reach out to the artist. We had to talk. I told them what I was looking for. I said, I want something earthy. Ochres, deep browns, maybe some charcoal black. I want it to look like it's been around. The artist sent me sketches. We went back and forth on the placement. Did I want the mask centered? Off to the side like a pocket print? Giant and covering the whole torso? Some people even want there email address on their t-shirts.

I decided to go big. I wanted the mask to be the statement. On the front, a large, intricate mask with high cheekbones and a serene but powerful expression. The paint wasn't flat; you could see the texture. The artist used a technique that made the fabric look like wood grain in certain spots. It was wild. Then came the back. I chose a nickname that my friends call me, lettered in a font that looked like it was carved out of stone, and the number 7, which has always been my lucky number.

When the shirt finally arrived, the anticipation was real. I tore open the package, and honestly, it smelled a little bit like acrylic paint. That might sound weird to some people, but to me, that smell was the scent of authenticity. It meant a human being had touched this shirt. A machine didn't just stamp ink onto it; someone sat down with a brush and steady hands and created this.

Putting it on for the first time was a trip. Usually, when I put on a new shirt, I check the fit in the mirror. Do my arms look okay? Is it too tight? With this shirt, I found myself staring at the art. I felt different. There's a psychological thing that happens when you wear art. You stand up a little straighter. You feel like you're carrying a narrative. The mask on my chest felt like armor. It wasn't aggressive, but it was protective. And seeing my name on the back? It felt like I was part of a team of one. It was my uniform for navigating the concrete jungle.

I wore it out to a casual dinner with friends a few days later, and the reaction was immediate. People don't usually comment on plain tees. But this? This stopped conversations. One of my friends asked, Where did you get that? Is it vintage? When I told them it was custom-painted, the vibe shifted. It became a conversation piece. We ended up talking about the origins of the mask designs, the artist's process, and why I chose that specific number. It broke the ice in a way that a branded polo never could.

But I also want to touch on the weight of wearing something like this. There's always a conversation to be had about cultural appreciation versus appropriation. When you wear symbols from a culture that isn't your own, you have to do it with respect. For me, buying from an artist who specializes in this, who understands the significance of the imagery, felt like the right way to do it. I wasn't buying a cheap knockoff from a fast-fashion rack that was mass-producing sacred symbols for profit. I was commissioning a piece of art. I was acknowledging the beauty of the design and supporting the creator. It's about honoring the aesthetic while making it your own.

There's also the durability aspect to consider. Because these are hand-painted, you treat them differently. You can't just throw them in the wash with your heavy-duty towels on a hot cycle. You have to wash them inside out, cold water, hang dry. It forces you to care for the garment. In a world where we throw clothes away the second a thread comes loose, having a shirt that demands a little bit of care makes you value it more. It becomes a keepsake.

I've started thinking about getting another one. Maybe a different style of mask. Maybe a different color palette. There's something addictive about the customization. It's like you realize that your clothing doesn't have to be static. It can evolve. You can have a shirt for your mood, a shirt for your heritage, a shirt for your favorite hobby, all rolled into one.

The combination of the name and number adds a layer of sportiness that balances the solemnity of the mask. It keeps it from feeling like a costume. If it were just the mask, maybe it would feel too formal, like something you'd wear to a gallery opening. But slapping a 04 or a surname on the back grounds it. It says, Yes, this is art, but I'm also going to wear this to grab a burger and play pickup basketball. It merges the sacred and the profane, the high art and the street culture.

In the end, buying a customized t-shirt like this isn't really about the fabric. Cotton is cotton. It's about the statement. It's about rejecting the idea that we have to look like everyone else. It's about wearing a story. When I walk down the street in that shirt, I'm carrying the legacy of the mask designs, the skill of the artist who painted it, and my own identity stamped on the back.

It's a small thing, right? It's just a t-shirt. But in a world that feels increasingly digital and disconnected, holding something tangible, something made by hand, something that bears your name and an image that has survived centuries of history… that feels significant. It reminds you that you're an individual. It reminds you that art belongs on the streets, not just behind glass. And honestly, it just looks cool. There's no feeling quite like catching your reflection in a shop window, seeing that mask staring back, and knowing that nobody else in the world has a shirt exactly like yours. That's the kind of custom fit you can't buy off the rack. That's the kind of style that sticks with you.

FreeStuffsNG:
Smh.

You are completely clueless about the dynamics of the Middleast.

Take it easy he is young... He will grow out of it

KobolanderSegun:
In this our economy, linen t-shirts cost a fortune

Like an arm and a leg. Cotton is good enough either a Price T-shirt or a Fruit of the Loom. Only God knows how much a Hanes will cost that is if they are still in the Nigerian market

Baddest0007:
Iran is bombing Israel right left and center now

What's happening today in the middle east ?

KobolanderSegun:
I clicked like to your comment. It was a nice comment even though it does not apply here

Ko le ye wan

KobolanderSegun:
Some men always complain that Women love mumu maga , moi moi men and women use Men and dump them.

But who does not " love " a Mumu and a Maga ? Let's assume an internet site is providing you free of charge what other sites are asking you to pay for.

Is that site not a mumu site ? When the internet site finds out their business plan is faulty and they start asking for people who used it for free to pay. Like the 10 lepers only one out of 10 will come forward and pay for the services while the remaining 9 will walk away looking for another mumu maga website that will offer what they want free of charge.

Those 9 will dump the website. Only one will start paying.

So when women use and dump men understand we live in a world of use and dump.

I can see your point

KobolanderSegun:
How King Solomon Brought About Peace with His Enemies: Biblical Perspective

According to the Bible, King Solomon established and maintained peace with his enemies through several divinely guided strategies. Here are the key methods, supported by Scripture:

1. God's Promise of Peace Fulfilled

Before Solomon even reigned, God promised David that his son would be "a man of rest" and that God would "give him rest from all his enemies round about" (1 Chronicles 22:9). This divine promise set the foundation for Solomon's peaceful reign.

2. Diplomatic Alliances Through Marriage

"Solomon made a marriage alliance with Pharaoh king of Egypt. He took Pharaoh's daughter and brought her into the city of David..." (1 Kings 3:1, ESV)

Solomon secured peace with Egypt—a major regional power—through a strategic marriage alliance. This diplomatic move neutralized a potential threat and opened trade routes.

3. Treaties with Neighboring Kingdoms

"Now Hiram king of Tyre sent his servants to Solomon... for Hiram had always been a friend of David." (1 Kings 5:1, ESV)

"The Lord gave Solomon wisdom, just as he had promised him. There were peaceful relations between Hiram and Solomon, and the two of them made a treaty." (1 Kings 5:12, NIV)

Solomon honored his father David's friendship with Hiram of Tyre and formalized it into a binding treaty. This alliance provided materials for the Temple and secured Israel's northern border.

4. God-Given Wisdom in Governance

Solomon famously asked God for wisdom to govern justly (1 Kings 3:9). God granted this request, and Solomon's wise decisions prevented conflicts and earned respect from surrounding nations:

"Men of all nations came to listen to Solomon's wisdom, sent by all the kings of the earth, who had heard of his wisdom." (1 Kings 4:34, NIV)

5. The Result: Comprehensive Peace

"For he ruled over all the kingdoms west of the Euphrates River, from Tiphsah to Gaza, and had peace on all sides." (1 Kings 4:24, NIV)

"During Solomon's lifetime Judah and Israel, from Dan to Beersheba, lived in safety, everyone under their own vine and under their own fig tree." (1 Kings 4:25, NIV)

6. A Spiritual Principle: Righteous Living Brings Peace

While not exclusive to Solomon, this proverb reflects the principle behind his success:

"When a man's ways please the LORD, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him." (Proverbs 16:7, NKJV)

Solomon's early reign demonstrated that when a leader walks in obedience to God, even former adversaries can become peaceful neighbors.

While Solomon enjoyed peace for most of his reign, the Bible also records that later in life, "the LORD raised up adversaries against Solomon" due to his disobedience in marrying foreign wives and worshipping their gods (1 Kings 11:1-14).

This serves as a sobering reminder that peace with enemies is maintained through continued faithfulness to God, not merely political strategy.

Solomon's peace was not achieved through military conquest alone, but through a combination of divine favor, wisdom, diplomatic alliances, and righteous leadership—all rooted in his early devotion to God.

BACK TO REALITY. Snapping my fingers.

I'm not saying you should marry wives like Solomon did and I seriously doubt God told Solomon to marry wives.

The key to achieving peace is find out what your enemy loves and supply him with that by doing that the hatred he has for you will reduce.

In the case of Iran the sanctions should only have been around Nuclear Weapons. Iran should have gotten internet and technology also, Things like AID, Community Development should have been given to them, Gifts and presents should have flowed,

Crushing Sanctions do not work. You sanction in one area and you over compensate in other areas.

You must never look like an Enemy

Wars Start when people think they are Enemies. So don't be an Enemy.

In the case of Active Terrorism like the one in Africa you have to teach the region UAE , Saudi Arabia Religion that has Peace and Development at its core. For Violent Pro active terrorism there has to be fighting because those terrorists are hyper fanatical and only think about fighting

Finally Never Ever start a War. Be like Iran Wait for War.

Peace in the Middle East

Okoroawusa:
If you don't vote Tinubu in 2027 you have made the greatest mistake of your life

After 4 years of nothing special, it's time to give someone else 4 years

WriteerNg:

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Ignorance is a disease.

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A heavy one. Where was the Almighty God during the atrocities in World War 2 ? I know where He was. Can the religious please give me an answer.

Wizardslayer:
America will remain a world power as long as she backs Israel.

Israel will surely come out stronger and more dominant.

Where was God during World War Two ?

TravelSun:
This is a very interesting topic.

In hot weather, I think fabric is more important than style.
Lightweight cotton feels much better than polyester, especially if you stay outside for a long time.

Do you prefer cotton or linen in hot weather?

It deepens on the type of Linen you are talking about. There is linen that is even thicker than Cotton and there is soft linen.
I think you are referring to soft linen.

Soft linen has its benefits in hot wearer but it also has its challenges. One thing to look for in hot weather is not to think too much of the fabric but in the looming of the fabric.

If fabric is very closely loomed from thread it's pores will be too small meaning air will find it hard to pass through the fabric of get out of the fabric.

If the looming is not too close then the fabric will be more breathable since air will pass through at a much faster rate cooling the wearer.

In general getting linen for the African weather is tricky since linen is more expensive than Cotton.

Considering alot of factors like originality of the linen, availability of Linen, I would say Cotton because that is what is more available.

But in extremely hot weather Linen is far better than Cotton because it allows for two way ventilation. Cottons ventilation is largely one way. Also Linen is by far more expensive than Cotton like 8 times more expensive in most cases. But in extremely hot weather Linen is better. Just make sure the Linen is not too thick in fabric since thicker fabric automatically means heat Generation

IyaTola:
Every Nigerian doesn’t need graphs or statistics to know something is wrong with the economy—we are living it.

Take the woman selling frozen fish in my neighbourhood. Before the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, she could afford to buy three or four cartons every morning. Her business was stable. She had confidence—confidence that she would sell, restock, and still have something left to take home.

Today, that same woman struggles to buy even one carton. Not because she has become lazy or careless, but because the cost of fuel, transportation, and goods has risen beyond her reach. She now dips into her savings just to stay in business. And even then, profit is no longer guaranteed—it is survival.

And her story is not isolated.

Parents now stand in markets calculating what to remove from their shopping list, not what to add. Meals are reduced, not out of choice, but necessity. School fees have become a burden heavier than ever, forcing difficult conversations at home—some children are asked to wait, others quietly drop out.

Students feel it too. Transport fares have doubled or tripled, making it harder to attend lectures regularly. Feeding has become a daily struggle. What used to last a week now disappears in days. The focus is no longer just on education, but on how to endure.

For employed Nigerians, salaries remain the same while everything else rises. The money that once covered rent, food, and small comforts now barely lasts the month. There is a constant pressure—a silent anxiety that follows them to work and back home.

For the unemployed, the situation is even harsher. Job opportunities are scarce, and the cost of even searching for work—printing CVs, transportation, data—is rising. Hope begins to feel expensive.

Business owners, especially small traders, are squeezed from all sides. Higher fuel prices mean higher transportation costs, which means higher prices for goods—but customers can’t afford those prices. So sales drop. Businesses shrink. Some close entirely.

And the elderly—those who should be resting after years of labor—are forced to stretch limited pensions or depend more heavily on struggling family members. Their dignity is quietly eroded by rising costs they cannot control.

This is what people mean when they say the economy is “bad.” It is not theory. It is not statistics. It is the daily reality of Nigerians measuring their income in real terms—what it can actually buy—and realizing it buys less and less.

That is a language everyone understands.

Please Copy these Words of yours and paste on all your handles you can even do a video by allowing ai to do the talking. Wole Soyinka or Gani Fawehinmi could not have said it better.

IyaTola:
Every Nigerian doesn’t need graphs or statistics to know something is wrong with the economy—we are living it.

Take the woman selling frozen fish in my neighbourhood. Before the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, she could afford to buy three or four cartons every morning. Her business was stable. She had confidence—confidence that she would sell, restock, and still have something left to take home.

Today, that same woman struggles to buy even one carton. Not because she has become lazy or careless, but because the cost of fuel, transportation, and goods has risen beyond her reach. She now dips into her savings just to stay in business. And even then, profit is no longer guaranteed—it is survival.

And her story is not isolated.

Parents now stand in markets calculating what to remove from their shopping list, not what to add. Meals are reduced, not out of choice, but necessity. School fees have become a burden heavier than ever, forcing difficult conversations at home—some children are asked to wait, others quietly drop out.

Students feel it too. Transport fares have doubled or tripled, making it harder to attend lectures regularly. Feeding has become a daily struggle. What used to last a week now disappears in days. The focus is no longer just on education, but on how to endure.

For employed Nigerians, salaries remain the same while everything else rises. The money that once covered rent, food, and small comforts now barely lasts the month. There is a constant pressure—a silent anxiety that follows them to work and back home.

For the unemployed, the situation is even harsher. Job opportunities are scarce, and the cost of even searching for work—printing CVs, transportation, data—is rising. Hope begins to feel expensive.

Business owners, especially small traders, are squeezed from all sides. Higher fuel prices mean higher transportation costs, which means higher prices for goods—but customers can’t afford those prices. So sales drop. Businesses shrink. Some close entirely.

And the elderly—those who should be resting after years of labor—are forced to stretch limited pensions or depend more heavily on struggling family members. Their dignity is quietly eroded by rising costs they cannot control.

This is what people mean when they say the economy is “bad.” It is not theory. It is not statistics. It is the daily reality of Nigerians measuring their income in real terms—what it can actually buy—and realizing it buys less and less.

That is a language everyone understands.

People like you should be at the helm of Affairs. These your Words are like Sun shine

chucks185:
God punish corrupt and old politicians who want to steal the future of their children children

Amen. Amen ..God Bless PO. PO is our choice

FashionStyleGla:
Omo you can talk for Africa upload pictures make we see

I'm trying to educate you now. Make your parents school fees no waste

amaridigital:
Imagine a Roman Catholic Pope preaching the true gospel while the fake Righteousness2 of Nairaland who called himself a Chosen is always supporting bloodshed.
The Pentecostal movement could arguably be the greatest fraud in Christendom since the death of Christ.

The Pentecostal movement had a K LEG from the very start. Look at when Jesus recieved the Holy Spirit when John the Baptist Baptized him, Jesus did not say a word, God was his Hype Man " This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased ".

Look at how the apostles received the Holy Spirit after Jesus Died, They made a lot of noise that people thought they were drunk.

Look at how Jesus preached. He did not preach in the city he preached by the mountain side and by the sea shore or beach.
Look at how the apostles preached, the preached in the city making noise and uproar in the city

If people copied Jesus Christ the noise level and fanatism of Christianity will die down.