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SportsRe: England Vs Argentina: World Cup 2026 Semi-Finals (1 - 2) On 15th July 2026 by brainpowerng(m): 8:53pm On Jul 15
2022: Argentina vs France (1st and 2nd positions)
2026: Argentina vs France (3rd and 4th positions)
SportsRe: England Vs Argentina: World Cup 2026 Semi-Finals (1 - 2) On 15th July 2026 by brainpowerng(m): 8:50pm On Jul 15
First to score wins the match
SportsRe: Portugal Vs Spain: World Cup 2026 Round Of 16 (0 - 1) On 6th July 2026 by brainpowerng(m): 9:44pm On Jul 06
Spain will score first but Portugal will win the match
PoliticsMy One Cent On Kemi Badenoch by brainpowerng(op): 10:49am On Aug 03, 2025
There’s an old Yoruba proverb:
Omo to fi owo osi juwe ile baba e, omo ale ni.”
(A child who uses the left hand to point at their father’s house is a bastard.)

It’s not really about the left hand. It’s about respect. It's about home. It’s about not spitting where you once drank water.

Kemi Badenoch — born in the UK but raised in Lagos — recently declared that she does not identify as Nigerian.

And this isn’t her first time. Over the years, she has taken every chance to remind the world of everything wrong with Nigeria — but never what made her who she is.

You see, she may hold a British passport now, but Nigeria raised her. Not just with food and shelter, but with fire and grit. Lagos taught her how to walk into rooms and command them. We all know what that city does to you — it sharpens your tongue, your instincts, your resilience. That is the same Lagos that shaped the woman who now pretends her blood doesn’t carry the smell of our soil.

There's another Yoruba proverb:
“Ti a ba n bọ’lẹ lori esin, ká rántí ibi tí a ti gun.”
(When you get off a horse, don’t forget where you started the ride.)

It’s okay to grow. It’s okay to move on. You don’t have to dance around with a Nigerian flag or sing the national anthem at every opportunity. But why go out of your way to deny your origin?

Nobody is saying Nigeria is perfect. Far from it. Most of us carry frustrations so deep we don’t know whether to cry or laugh. But still — we don’t use the left hand to describe our father’s house.

Because at the end of the day, home is not about perfection. It’s about connection.

Let me say this gently, to Kemi and anyone else who has decided to erase their roots in public:

You may sit at Pharaoh’s table today, but a time will come when a new Pharaoh will rise — one who does not know Joseph. And when that day comes, the passport won’t save you, and the accent won’t shield you. Only your roots will remind you who you are.


And the elders have warned us again and again:

“The river that forgets its source will run dry.”

The applause may be sweet now, but when the lights go out — when history turns — the only question that will matter is: "Did you honor the house that raised you?"

You don’t have to live in the house forever. But don’t point at it with your left hand.
CelebritiesRe: Transgender, Jay Boogie Apologises To Nigerians. Shows Off New Bum (Pics/Video) by brainpowerng(m): 1:13pm On Dec 06, 2023
Wasted birth!
CareerRe: Have You Hawked Before? by brainpowerng(m): 4:11am On Feb 11, 2022
I started hawking in 1991...

Started when dad was making soap and then polythene bags. The soap wasn't selling well so my sister started cooking rice, wrapped in leaf and I'll hawk into Oje market in Ibadan. At some point, we ate our working capital and nothing to hawk again. Sometime in primary 3 or so, myself and my immediate younger brother started hawking cassava peel "epo ege". I would hawk in my secondary school uniform even though I was a prefect. Hawked handkerchief and envelopes at Winners Chapel in Alimosho Lagos and Canaanland. Worked as houseboy, salesboy too and the list is almost endless.

I've slept on the road, in the market and with the strangest of strangers. I've fed from dog's plate, worked without pay, ate only coconut and garri for months till my poop turned whitish oily.

Today, I still hawk not going about with a tray of cassava peel on my head but using well articulated skills to help people solve property related problems.
SportsRe: Nigeria Vs Egypt: AFCON 2021: (1 - 0) On 11th January 2022 by brainpowerng(m): 6:47pm On Jan 11, 2022
These Nigeria players cannot run... Too much garri, chai!
SportsRe: Nigeria Vs Egypt: AFCON 2021: (1 - 0) On 11th January 2022 by brainpowerng(m): 6:37pm On Jan 11, 2022
If I were you, I'll bet on draw or Egypt.
PoliticsRe: Buhari Sets Up Health Reform Committee, Appoints Osinbajo As Chairman (See List) by brainpowerng(m): 12:43am On Sep 07, 2021
Another trap!
CareerRe: Business Or Building A House by brainpowerng(m): 6:43am On Aug 10, 2021
Proverbs 24:27

Don't build your house and establish a home until your fields are ready, and you are sure that you can earn a living.
FamilyRe: Help Anytime I Get Angry I Destroy Things by brainpowerng(m): 6:54am On Dec 22, 2020
Your help is not on nairaland, find a psychiatrist fast.
FamilyRe: Have You Ever Regretted Being Married To Your Partner? by brainpowerng(m): 2:10pm On Dec 06, 2020
I believe I'm eligible to offer you my one cent on the above-mentioned topic.

I've been married for more than 10 years to a woman I love always. I can tell you a lot about women because I have a grandmother, a mother, a sister, a wife and even a daughter. They are uniquely created by God in a special way.

You see, a lot of people will always get it wrong when it comes to marriage because they entered into it without a purpose. They got married just to get a license to fornicate! But I tell you this, a time is coming in your marriage when sex will stink to you, your spouse will beg for it and you won't have any urge at all. But what keeps the marriage going? Purpose!

I got married to my wife because she perfectly complements my inadequacies as I am to her her. I saw that we could work/walk together to attain my purpose/set goals in life and Walla! we're married.

Has my marriage been the bed of roses? Far from it! I've once felt like running away before, yes you read me right!

Every marriage is a work in progress, your abilities would be tested, it's a journey and not destination in itself. Do you want me to shock you? There are some levels of attainment in life that would be impossible without a woman pushing you.

Above all, build yourself an impeccable character, know what you want and pursue it for without a purpose, abuse is inevitable.

I could write for all eternity on my experience in a 10-year old marriage, but let me rest here.
Nairaland GeneralRe: The Snake I Killed In The Toilet This Night by brainpowerng(m): 7:09am On Mar 02, 2020
That snake has been living in your house since it was a baby. They are excellent at living among humans and can hide a lot. Your house was become unconducive and it tried escaping. It's a very venomous snake.

It's either you are:
1. Living within a newly developed neighborhood
2. You have a poultry nearby
3. Your environment is mashy or waterlogged

P.S: If bitten by this snake accidentally, eat raw onions (about 3) as quickly as possible. The effect is magical!

There may be more lurking around your apartment than you know.

Be careful!
RomanceRe: Couple Rocks Underwear In Pre-wedding Pictures by brainpowerng(m): 8:55pm On Feb 02, 2020
Please how are they "couple" when they still taking pre-marital pictures? �
EducationRe: Henry Suubi: Viral Photo Changed Makerere University Student's Life In Uganda by brainpowerng(m): 2:08am On Oct 26, 2019
If this story was shared in a church as a testimony, many people will not believe it. God can use ANYTHING to enthrone or dethrone ANYONE.

obamartins:
Have You Ever Witnessed Someone's Life Fully Change In One Instant? See This.

God can turn your mockers' attempt to ridicule you to a blessing. Don't allow people to put you down, no matter what. Now here is the Story.

Meet Henry Suubi. The boy who reported to university with only a empty metallic case and racksack.

August 2019 this poor boy reports for his first day at Makerere University, the main University in Uganda and one of the biggest in Africa. He arrives carrying his luggage to his attached hall of residence, while other kids are being dropped off.

Henry is not aware that his life is about to change dramatically. Coming from a poor background, deep down in the village, he is the third born in a family of eight children raised by a struggling single mother. Henry is lucky to have scored well in his high school exams and the government awarded him a scholarship to study Bachelor of Science in education. Upon Henry's uncool arrival at campus another cool kid takes his photo and then uploads it on social media to mock this village-belly to earn likes and comments. Well, the photo goes viral!

That's how Henry Suubi met God.

A Ugandan senior journalist employed at BBC commits to run a campaign on twitter to change Henry's life. From then up to now, Henry is still receiving gifts. Let me outline a few I have on my fingertips

First, he is invited to the chancellor's office and the chancellor promises him any parental help he will ever need while at university

- A private company has offered to pay for his dream course (Bachelor of science and mechanical engineering) for all the three years

- Restaurants and hotels have committed to give and deliver him lunch and dinner all his three years of the university.

- Several companies have promised and given him shopping

- Henry received over 10 laptops from individuals and companies including his first smartphone

- Designer boutiques have given him clothes and shoes and they promise to do this all through his campus life

- Did I mention that Henry has already got a job, oh engineering companies promised him jobs and internship even before his first university assignment

- The French embassy and ambassador have given him a fully paid trip to Paris whenever he is ready

Well, the list is endless, including getting free sponsorships for his young siblings at home.
I hope I have answered your question. He later met with the boy who took the photo.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sg7A-ucLO8g

Story Source: Chris Bamwine.
https://www.quora.com/Have-you-ever-witnessed-someones-life-fully-change-in-one-instant-What-happened
Christianity EtcRe: The Non-Christian Chatbox ( sticky ) by brainpowerng(m): 6:55pm On Dec 08, 2018
Mannie92:
The god that was scared of his creation cos they were building a tower that will ascend into heaven grin grin grin so he had to scatter them with different languages grin grin grin grin
What A scared God.... Only Fools believes this to be true tho
Why do you believe there's no God?
EventsRe: Photos Of US Gay Couple's Wedding In Paris Goes Viral by brainpowerng(m): 12:39am On Oct 07, 2018
Oh Jesus, when are you coming back nau? Let the angels blow trumpet or whistle jare.
InvestmentRe: Invest In This, And Thank Me Later!. by brainpowerng(m): 9:35am On Jun 10, 2018
What's it about? Tell us more
PropertiesTO LET: A Room Self Contained Apartment In Oluyole Main Avenue, Ibadan by brainpowerng(op): 8:36am On Feb 27, 2018
Facilities are:

Tiles all through
Kitchen with cabinets
Toilet with WC
Water running in the house
Very secured and quiet neighborhood

08032413204

PropertiesAn Exquisite Newly Built 3 Bedroom Flat TO LET In Oluyole Estate, Ibadan by brainpowerng(op): 2:51am On Oct 05, 2017
An exquisite newly built 3 bedroom flat in Oluyole, Ibadan

Facilities available are:

1. All en suite rooms with P. O. P Ceiling
2. Cozy visitors' toilet
3. Fully interlocked compound floor
4. Strategically located generator house
5. Security Guard's house
6. Regal sized ceramic tiles
7. Well spacious kitchen with imported cabinets
8. Kitchen store
9. Beautiful interior design and room Decoration
10. Borehole water supply
11. Prepaid meter for each flat

Drop a message for inspection today.

Would love to see more options, please visit our office here

https://www.facebook.com/commerce/products/1441645852609000/

And more.

08032413204

InvestmentRe: Think Homewards, Oil Magnet, Prince Eze Tells Anambra Youths by brainpowerng(m): 6:20am On Feb 02, 2017
Abeg correct the title, "oil magnet" ke Haba!
LiteratureRe: Please, Recommend a good book for a depressed fellow. by brainpowerng(m): 7:08am On Dec 01, 2016
Let me tell you the truth. No book can cure or alleviate depression because the depressed would not have motivation to read in the first place.

However, the best bet is to visit a psychologist or psychiatry department in any hospital.

But, Holy Book (Bible or Quran) has been sources of tremendous help. It may be the only book that would be the very present help in time of need.

Untreated depression has caused untold hardship to the patient and we'll wishers. Suicide may result from it as well.

Depression should not be take lightly. My one cent!
SportsRe: Nigeria Vs Algeria 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 3 - 1 (Full Time) by brainpowerng(m): 6:17pm On Nov 12, 2016
WATCH NIGERIA VS. ALGERIA FOOTBALL LIVE ONLINE: START TIME, STREAMING VIDEO LINKS FOR SATURDAY’S WORLD CUP QUALIFYING MATCH


http://fas.li/2lKJs
PoliticsRe: Ekiti Court Sentences Herdsman To Two Years Imprisonment For Grazing by brainpowerng(m): 6:48pm On Sep 19, 2016
There will soon be a prison break in Ekiti.
RomanceRe: A deeper look into the act of masturbation. by brainpowerng(m): 10:50am On Aug 28, 2016
Is @Toks2008 masturbating or not? if no, why not?
Jobs/VacanciesRe: How Reliable Is Peace Corps Of Nigeria Job? by brainpowerng(m): 7:10pm On Jul 31, 2016
As for me, I cannot ascertain if peace corps would be absorbed by Federal Government or not. But my concerns are these:

1. The federal government is currently struggling to pay existing workers and we think adding more workers would solve the problem?

2. Even if Fed Govt was to absolve peace corps, the commandant general might have employed more than necessary number of applicants than government can handle.

3. The fact that the draft has passed the second reading does not necessarily mean it would be adopted.

PS. Peace Corps is an international VOLUNTEER organisation.
PropertiesVery Nice 2 Bedroom BQ TO LET At Aare, Oluyole Estate, Ibadan by brainpowerng(op): 4:39am On Jul 30, 2016
This apartment is a boy's quarters to a the main 3 bedroom bungalow within a well screeded compound.

Features:
1. Very neat compound
2. Borehole water supply
3. Well secure compound
4. Serene environment
5. PVC tiles everywhere
6. Rooms with wardrobes
7. Gatehouse
8. Generator house
9. Just two (2) occupants in the whole big compound.

P.S: The sitting room is relatively small.

Total Package: 270,000

PropertiesA Room In A Flat TO LET For Corps Members In Bodija Onipako Area, Ibadan by brainpowerng(op): 9:26am On Jul 26, 2016
A room within a 2 bedroom flat TO LET strictly for corps members.

Facilities:
Water (pumping machine)
Tiles everywhere
Each room is ensuite
Water heater in each room
Large sitting room
Well secure environment
The house is well fenced and gated
Power supply is good.

For inspection: 08032413204.

Thank you
PropertiesJoint Venture Opportunity For Residential Property At Idi Ishin GRA, Ibadan by brainpowerng(op): 2:22am On Jul 15, 2016
The Federal Government of Nigeria just released 402 acres of land to the original owners of a parcel of land at the very heart of Idi-Ishin GRA, Ibadan. The entire size of the land is 402 acres and we are currently seeking a Joint Venture for Residential Property Development with both Private and Corporate bodies.

Kindly contact:

CityProperty Nigeria
3 Kobomoje Street,
Behind Wallan Hotel,
Ring Road Ibadan.

Or Call
Ademola: 08032413204 for further information.

P.S: All the legal documents as pertaining to the release of the land are available. Also, there is a Global CofO, Layout Plan of the entire lot.

Thank you.

BusinessWe Are Recruiting! by brainpowerng(op): 3:27pm On Jul 06, 2016
We are looking for 3 people to participate in a 45min remote interview.
Date: Saturday 7/9/16, Sunday 7/10/16
Requirement: Skype on Laptop/Computer (no smart phone/tablet) Language: English
Incentive: We pay out an incentive of € 20 within 10 working days
To check if you match all criteria, please click on the link below.

https://www.testingtime.com/en/screener/YGRnNOUd/r/tiIoihEx
PropertiesA Room And Parlour TO LET In Oluyole Estate, Ibadan by brainpowerng(op): 12:40am On Jul 05, 2016
An exquisite 2 bedroom flat within Located within Oluyole Estate. This property is newly built within a very neat and senere environment that you would love to live.

Features include:
1. Large sitting room
2. Ample parking space
3. House fitted with modern fittings
4. Borehole water available 24/7
5. Very secured, serene and clean environment
6. Security man available 24/7
7. Prepaid meter for each flat
8. Concreted compound floor
9. Floor tiles everywhere
10. Kitchen cabinet (both suspended and floor placed)
11. En suit rooms
12. A visitor's toilet

Total Package: 230,000 naira

08032413204

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