₦airaland Forum

Pastors have stopped preaching against immorality and sin, and instead have started advising people to marry within their financial means. However, after giving such advice, they still ask for offerings and tithes from their congregation, making it seem like they're just saying what the congregation wants to hear in exchange for money.

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The more Nigerian women participate in politics and governance the more they prove say dem sabi steal pass men.

During match make dem dey remind am say na Striker him be now Ooo. Before dem pass am ball make he go mistakenly dive catch am.

NOETHNICITY:
I’m seriously pondering whether to embrace the conversion to CNG or not.

The problem with Nigeria is we will never what exactly resulted in the explosion so others can learn

It's like contemplating whether to commit suicide or to remain alive. The ball is in your court.

Jestin:
Get a girl pregnant and start cohabiting. Marriage is not for everyone

I understand that marriage might not be for everyone, but is the girl you want to impregnate and cohabit with aware of your plans during the course of your relationship? If she's unaware, you may have ruined her life. Generally, only evening newspapers who are older and not seeking marriage consider settling for casual partnerships. Attempting to lure a young girl with money and trapping her with pregnancy is an insensitive thing to do. Even in a cohabitation situation, you will still have responsibilities. Since marriage is about commitment and responsibility, why not take the bold step to legalize your union?

The institution of marriage is weakening because we Africans are abandoning our culture in favor of Western ideals. Marriage is one of the key elements that separate humans from other animals. Without it, we're not that different. These days, you see women with children, and you don't know who the father is. Asking about the father is considered offensive, much like it would be pointless to ask a she-goat about the father of her kids. Fathers who refuse to marry and take full responsibility for their families are acting like he-goats interested only in sex, not commitment or responsibility. Note that sending child support to your baby mama monthly doesn't make you a responsible father; fatherhood involves much more than financial support.

In your case, cohabitation may seem like an attempt to take responsibility, but deceiving and trapping your partner with pregnancy is heartlessness. Taking the bold step to legalize your union won't hurt you; it's about being responsible and committed to your partner and family.


Peace!

Pochettino:
When it is built, it's "Lagos"
When it spoils, it's "Nigeria"


Ok

Just like when Igbos abroad make us proud, they are considered Nigerians, but when they are caught with drugs, they are labeled as Biafrans or Ndi develōpers.

Naija and poor maintenance.

naijapikin2:
Oga OP there is nothing like "staffs"

Just remove the last letter S.

Staff no get plural o
Thank you

It's also correct. Check "Longman Dictionary".
The plural form "staffs" is occasionally used to refer to multiple groups of staff, especially in the context of different departments or locations. For example, "The staffs of the London and Paris offices will collaborate on this project." Another instance of this usage can be found in the phrase "head teachers and their staffs," which refers to the collective groups of employees working under each head teacher.

In the case of the Ministry of Women Affairs, which is divided into several departments, each with its own staff, using "staffs" to describe the collective employees of these departments would be accurate. While this usage is not as common and may be considered "less formal", it can still be found in certain contexts.

Peace!

AntiChristian:


May Allah guide our leaders!

Make Allah guide the followers first.

Manny21:
Remember to sack Minister of Hunger and Hardship.

He forgot to sack The Minister of Hunger and Hardship. Wahala dey Ooo.

Afonja44:
Foolish married man spotted

I'm not yet married. But the fact that I don't share the same opinion with you shows that I'm not suffering from the same mental health issues or psychological problems you're struggling with. Once again, I hope you find healing soon!

Peace!

Afonja44:
Only a foolish man gets married to begin with

That's not a kind thing to say. Individuals like you facing serious mental health issues or psychological problems may believe they are acting wisely or making sound decisions, but their actions may appear as foolishness to others who are not experiencing the same struggles. It's unfortunate that your parents have had a negative impact on your life. However, don't make the mistake of allowing "random street girls" to bear your children just to avoid marriage; this could potentially harm your children's lives as well. I hope you find healing soon.

Peace!

Librason:
Hausa language written in Arabic is definitely equal to = Arabic, what's the difference?

Ok let me write "I love you" English language, in Arabic letters and so that's not Arabic ?😡 mtcheew!


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Although you're right that the text on the army logo is standard Arabic (as mentioned in my previous comment), but the script on our naira notes is not. As an educational psychologist who can speak and write Arabic fluently, I'd like to share some insights on the topic.

The script used on naira notes is called "Ajami," which is an adaptation of the Arabic alphabet for writing Hausa. It was developed because Hausa has additional sounds not found in Arabic. Similarly, after accepting Christianity, Yoruba and Igbo people adopted the English/Latin alphabet with modifications to accommodate their unique sounds.

For instance, in our N100 naira note, "Naira ofu nari" is Igbo written in the basic Latin alphabet, "Ogorun Naira" is Yoruba also written in Latin alphabet, and "Naira dari/نَيْرَ طَرِى" is Hausa written in the English-based "boko" script and "Ajami" respectively. While these scripts may use alphabets from other languages, they represent the indigenous languages they were adapted for, not the original language of the alphabet. So, even though the Ajami script on naira notes resembles Arabic, it's not the Arabic language. Just like an English speaker wouldn't understand the modified English alphabets used to write Igbo or Yoruba, a native Arabic speaker may not be able to read properly or understand Ajami either. This is why the other guy said the Arab he showed our naira note couldn't understand the "Ajami" that's because Ajami is not Arabic.

Moreover, if the situation were reversed and Yoruba hadn't adopted Christianity or learned English, if you're Yoruba, you might incorrectly claim that "Naira dari" (which means N100 naira) written in the "boko" writing system is "English" and tied to Christianity and therefore it should be expunged from our naira notes. This highlights how misconceptions can arise from a lack of understanding of linguistic adaptations and their historical context.

Lastly, the Ajami script on naira notes represents a part of Nigeria's history and cultural heritage, showcasing the diverse linguistic influences in our country. This is why it hasn't been removed from naira notes. It serves as a reminder of our history and the development of language and writing systems in Nigeria. Our children may ask about it, and we can share the story of our linguistic journey as a nation.


Peace!

Kukutente23:
Crap. Total crap
If polygamy and breeding like a rat works for you, kindly embrace it instead of this fake apologetics you're attempting

Lol, if this na exam for school, you go don fail am already. This case or analogy is open-ended, and the conclusions you draw depend on your interpretation. But the fact that you resorted to hurling insults instead of sharing your perspective paints an unfavorable picture of you.

If you had explained your viewpoint and outlined why polygamy isn't an option, we could have had a more productive conversation. I might have shared a broader perspective, since your conclusion might not be the only one that could be inferred from the analogy. However, it seems you're not ready for a constructive discussion that could broaden your horizons, so I'll leave you to your beliefs.

I don't understand why some Nairaland members who claim to be educated struggle with having productive conversations. Their limited thinking prevents them from seeing beyond their own limited perspective. I believe you can do better than this next time.

Peace!

riczy:
you got this statistics from where bro, I could decipher it! One can't marry more than 1 wife in this Timibulization

You claimed that you could decipher it, but it's clear that you couldn't. I won't explain it for you; I'll leave you to your own understanding until you admit that you need clarification.

Peace!

Kingpele:
RIP sir.... I hope you didn't vote tinubu but decided to kill yourself ....to avoid the consequences for voting an arrogant emperor...I just hope so

For Nigeria, who u vote no matter because nothing go change. Our yesterdays dey better pass our tomorrows.

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Children: 47
Grandchildren: 86
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I am not saying anything. It is up to you to give your own interpretation. Na wah Ooo. I come in peace!✌️

We still dey searching for am and we never see am Ooo. Abi the colorless Dangote petrol na for rich men?

airsaylongcome:
It's not Arabic. It's Hausa written in Arabic letters. A native Arabic speaker will not understand what's written on the Army logo. FACT

In English it means: Victory is from God alone.


And it's secular not circular

The text written on the Army logo is in Arabic, and it's actually a quotation from Quran 61:13. It states:
وَأُخْرَىٰ تُحِبُّونَهَا نَصْرٌ مِّنَ اللَّهِ وَفَتْحٌ قَرِيبٌ وَبَشِّرِ الْمُؤْمِنِين
"And [you will obtain] another [favor] that you love - victory from Allah and an imminent conquest; and give good tidings to the believers."

So, in the Arabic phrase “نَصْرٌ مِّنَ اللَّهِ” (nusru min Allah), "نَصْرٌ" (nusr) means "victory," and "مِّنَ اللَّهِ" (min Allah) means "from Allah." Together, the phrase translates to "victory from Allah."

Peace!

..."the senator’s house was being used as a drug joint for drug dealers and users,"...
So, this Senator dey among those wey dey sell drugs to Ndi developērs?

I no get RIP to waste for cultists. Good riddance to bad rubbish!

huptin:
What nonsense is this? Even Moslems call themselves slaves to Allah. What other evidence is there to prove that Quran encourages slavery.

You as a Moslem are you a child or slave of Allah?

Answer!

Slave of Allah ❎
Servant of Allah (Abd-Allah or Abdullah) ✓

In Arabic, "Abd" has multiple meanings: it can refer to a "slave," a "servant," or even the act of "worship." The word "Ibadah," which comes from the same root word, means "worship" and not "slavery." This shows that the concept of "Abd" possesses multiple meanings more than just referring to slavery.

It's important to note the difference between a "slave" and a "servant." You might want to look up these terms in a dictionary for a clearer understanding. In religious contexts, you'll rarely hear Muslims or Christians referring to themselves as "slaves of God"; instead, they use the term "servant of God". In Arabic, this is expressed as "Abdullah," while in Hebrew, it is "Abdiel."

From the second and third meanings of "Abd," we can understand that we are servants of our Creator, not slaves. We serve, worship, obey, and follow God's will because we owe our existence to our Creator. It's similar to how children serve, obey, and honor their parents' wishes because they gave birth to them. This service to our Creator and parents shouldn't be mistaken for slavery or servitude.

Moreover, slavery is a human-made concept, not something created by God. It's a result of stronger individuals exploiting the weaker ones, where a person is held in servitude as the property of another and is subject to his or her owner's control and demands.

Shalom!

NetbizBoss:
Bible and Koran that promoted slavery and doesn't see anything wrong in slavery. That's the manual they want you to keep reading so as to remain a loyal slave to them forever

The Qur'an doesn't explicitly promote or abolish slavery, rather it implicitly discouraged it. It seems like God's intention was to communicate with people based on their understanding at the time, and back then, slavery was considered normal. Trying to fight or abolish it would have faced strong opposition. However, the Qur'an does provide some guidelines to improve the conditions of slaves and indirectly discourage slavery. It suggests freeing slaves, especially those who believe in Islam (Q. 2.177). The Qur'an recognizes the unfairness of slavery, putting the act of freeing slaves on the same level as feeding the poor.

The Qur'an encourages freeing slaves in several ways: through the owner releasing them, or by a third party buying and freeing them. Releasing slaves is seen as a kind act and a way to make up for one's sins. The Qur'an mentions in verse 5:89: "So, for its atonement is feeding (Ten) needy persons from the average of what you feed your families, or clothing them, or freeing a slave neck. So, whomever did not find (The means of this) so he shall fast three days. That is atonement for breaking your oaths when you have sworn them. So, keep your oaths."

Prophet Muhammad also emphasized the importance of freeing slaves, saying: “Whoever frees a believing slave, for each of (the slave's) limbs Allah will free one of his limbs from the Fire…” (Narrated by Muslim, 2777). Furthermore, Quran 24:33 outlines a manumission contract that allows slaves to buy their freedom in installments.

Therefore, your claim that the Qur'an promotes slavery and sees nothing wrong with it is incorrect. As for the Bible, I'll leave that to Christians to discuss.

Peace!

GBTYO:
So he wasn't doing collabo with God when he was governor of his ancestral home state of Anambra .

Lol, you asked the right question!
I don't understand why so many young people still believe that one of these corrupt politicians will make Nigeria better. Remember when Buhari sympathized with the poor and even cried for them, only to turn around and make things worse once he got into power? Peter Obi is fighting for the presidency because it's his lifelong ambition, just like Buhari and others before him. And if he wins (unlikely), nothing will change—we'll just be stuck with another corrupt politician who once posed as our savior, and the cycle will continue until we receive sense eventually. Gosh, Nigerians are just too gullible!

Peace!

But light dey where I dey now Ooo. Abi no be Nigeria I dey?

adolfHitler1934:
Is he not from the West? That's what they are known for. Don't trust any of them, never!
Anyone from that tribe shouting Tinubu this, Tinubu that, is just a smoke screen. They all support him 1000% because he is their own.

Ndi` Ofeman.u`

Lol, we all know politics is driven by "selfish or personal interests". Nigerians can support any party or leader they want, just like Reno Omokri is backing Tinubu's government. And by the way, Reno isn't even Yoruba!

You can't single out one ethnic group for being biased just because they have political power. No tribe is perfect. For instance, during Buhari's time in power, did the Hausa people remove him because of his poor performance? Nope, they let him finish his eight years, despite all our complaints and lamentations. If an Igbo man were to be in power and things weren't looking up, it's likely that Igbo people would still support him. A testament to this fact is the hype around the Igbo candidate Obi, even though his track records doesn't match Tinubu's, Atiku's, or Kwankwaso's. It's mainly because his supporters, mostly Igbo people, want him to win.

All major tribes play this tribal politics game, and honestly, that's a big reason Nigeria hasn't progressed much since independence. We need to move beyond these tribal divisions if we want to see real change.

Peace!

Another opportunity for Pandōra Obi to campaign. If you know, you know!

Lol, Nairaland reporting the collapse of Cuba's national grid before addressing our own. It almost seems like an attempt to justify or excuse the state of our grid's collapse. Seun, could it be that you've also started recieving...?

DannyEze:
Wow wow wow

This brand really wants to take the Phone world by storm.

Welcome Realme to Nigeria. The phone is already looking very demure. Will love to try it out

Na how much dem pay you for this?

Lungs:
APC supporters can any of you alight highlight just two achievement of Mr Tinubu A.K.A T-Pain as the president since he assumed office ?

Fixed.

Nonexisting:
And he had to wear isiagu for just marrying an Igbo girl?

Yes na. He's now one of the develōpers.