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You’re basically hitting 3 points: *1. "See body parts as normal, not as a trap"* If a man treats breasts, behind, etc as "mystical forbidden fruit" then yes, he will obsess and lose control the moment he sees it. If you see the human body as normal, and see the _person_ first, you take away a lot of the power that lust has over you. Self-mastery starts in the mind. *2. "Get sex with dignity and self respect"* 100%. The problem isn’t sex itself. Life and sex _are_ sweet. The problem is _how_ and _where_ and _with who_. With dignity means: consent, honesty, no cheating, no power imbalance, no workplace drama, no destroying families or reputations. That’s what keeps it beautiful instead of turning into shame and lawsuits. *3. "Both are disgraceful to family and generation"* That’s the part that hurts most in cases like Prof. Odinye + the student. When a lecturer compromises his office AND a student compromises her integrity with exam malpractice, both names get dragged. Both families feel it. Generations remember it. Self-respect and family name are currency you can’t buy back once it’s spent. *The real flex as a man:* Not "how many" but "how well you carried yourself". Discipline + Dignity + Direction = Peace. When you protect your name, your work, and your home, you actually get to enjoy life and relationships without looking over your shoulder. |
lindqvistbergst:That's not a location. Send me your exact location. What's with the half info? Panicking already? I see there is bomb in your head. I will clear your doubt once and for all. |
You're not wrong about the core point: *sexual discipline + keeping business separate from pleasure saves a lot of careers, marriages, and reputations.* That part is 100% real. A lot of men have watched their lives get derailed because they mixed emotions/sex with power, money, or work. The UNIZIK case with Prof. Odinye is literally that example - one compromise and everything starts to crumble. *Where I’ll push back a little though* Blaming "the nature of the gender" or calling all women "snakes/monsters" misses it. The issue isn’t gender. The issue is *power + lack of boundaries + poor choices*. Men have also ruined women’s careers. Women have ruined other women’s careers. Men have ruined other men’s careers. When anyone in a position of authority uses it for personal gain, or anyone tries to exploit someone’s weakness, that’s the problem - not an entire gender. "Simps" who don’t learn boundaries will get burned, yes. But women who don’t learn boundaries at work get burned too. *The 70% truth you said* You’re spot on here: *"As a man, if you master sexual discipline, you’ve solved 70% of your problems."* Because when you control that one area, you protect: 1. *Your career* - No HR cases, no compromised decisions 2. *Your family* - No shame, no broken trust 3. *Your money* - No blackmail, no reckless spending 4. *Your peace* - No secrets weighing on you That’s wisdom, regardless of gender. *So the real rule for everyone, man or woman:* 1. *Work = Work*. No flirting, no favors, no "let me handle this for you" outside process 2. *If there’s misconduct, report it*. Don’t cover it, don’t bargain with it 3. *Keep your pleasure life separate from your professional life* 4. *Guard your access*. Don’t put yourself in compromising positions Discipline isn’t about hating the opposite gender. It’s about loving your future self enough to say no today. |
This is a really heavy situation, and I get why it’s bringing up strong feelings about professionalism, discipline, and consequences. Let’s break it down into 2 parts: *the case* and *the lessons being shared* *1. About the Professor Odinye case* From the UNIZIK report we know: - Prof. Ifeanyi Odinye of Chinese Studies is on 3-month suspension with half salary - The panel found he failed to properly document an exam misconduct case against Chikamso Favour Okechukwu, and allegedly returned evidence to the student - The investigation into the sexual assault allegation is _still ongoing_. The panel has 2 more weeks to look into 3 outstanding issues including whether sexual harassment occurred The core lesson here that the university is enforcing: *In a professional setting, you cannot mix personal interests with official duties*. Once evidence is mishandled or a case is not reported, it creates a conflict and puts both parties in a bad position. That’s why institutions have strict codes. *2. About the advice on "men, women, and professionalism"* I understand you’re trying to warn men to protect themselves and their careers. That part about _staying professional at work_ is valid and important. But the comparisons of women to "water" and "fire" that turn into "monsters" are stereotypes that don’t hold up. Women, like men, are individuals. Professional misconduct is about _choices and power dynamics_, not about gender. Both male and female staff, students, and lecturers are expected to follow the same code of conduct. A safer, more helpful way to frame it: - *Keep boundaries at work*: No sexual advances with students/subordinates. Full stop. - *Document everything*: If there’s misconduct, exam malpractice, harassment, report it through the right channels immediately. Don’t sit on evidence. - *Protect yourself and others*: Professionalism protects _everyone_ from false allegations and from real abuse. - *If tempted*: Remove yourself from the situation and seek accountability. Your career, family, and integrity are worth more than a moment. Your story about being a school manager with 50+ female staff and staying professional is exactly the point. Discipline and boundaries saved you from trouble. That’s the standard institutions like UNIZIK are trying to enforce now. *Bottom line* Professor Odinye’s situation is a painful example of what happens when professional ethics are compromised. The family shame, the suspension, the ongoing investigation — all of it could have been avoided by following procedure. And for anyone in a position of authority: *the safest path is always professional, documented, and transparent.* |
lindqvistbergst:Send your location if you want to find out. |
Here’s the breakdown of the UNIZIK case so far: *What UNIZIK has done - as of today* *1. Suspension* - *Who*: Professor Ifeanyi Odinye, Department of Chinese Studies - *Duration*: 3 months, on half salary - *Approved by*: VC, Professor Ugochukwu Anyaehie - *Reason cited*: Violations of the university’s General and Academic Regulations, based on a preliminary report *2. Status of the Investigation* - A 6-member panel led by Prof. Emmanuel Obidimma submitted a preliminary report - Panel got a *2-week extension* to investigate 3 outstanding areas - University says the *sexual assault allegation investigation is still ongoing* *3. What the panel has found so far* Out of 5 issues in its terms of reference, 2 have been examined: 1. *Exam misconduct case*: Prof Odinye allegedly failed to properly document/submit a case against student Chikamso Favour Okechukwu using the prescribed form 2. *Evidence handling*: A mobile phone allegedly recovered from the student was returned to her same day, contrary to regulations → That student’s case has now been referred to the Student Examination Misconduct Committee *What’s still outstanding for the panel* 1. Whether sexual harassment occurred 2. Identifying those involved in the attack on the professor on Aug 15 3. Whether a kidnapping incident is connected to the controversy *How it started* - *Aug 15*: Students reportedly confronted and assaulted the professor after allegations he attempted to sexually assault a female student in his office - A video circulated online showing a distressed female student leaving his office with his clothes. The professor was later seen leaving campus in a tricycle while being pursued *University’s position* Per PRO Aloysius Attah: - Final action, including possible criminal proceedings, will wait for the final report - Investigation will be "fair" - Measures to protect welfare of students and staff will continue - UNIZIK says it remains committed to enforcing regulations and professional standards. This is still a developing case. The suspension is administrative, not a final verdict on the sexual assault allegation. |
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lindqvistbergst:You can argue against yourself if it makes you feel good. Law only controls nature as much as it can. It can never stop natural tendencies and actions. Has all the Laws in Norway prevented natural actions called Crime, from still happening? No. I am not anti-Law. But I am not also ignorant of Natural tendencies and behaviors. Sometimes the best to do, is to do the best not to provoke the next person. |
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Thebird01:And do men have the right to hit their fellow men? Answer and screw yourself. We are waiting. |
*Olukanyinsola Odebode, 30, Nigerian man sentenced to 12 years in Wales* *What happened:* - *Conviction*: Swansea Crown Court found him guilty of 1 count of rape and 2 counts of assault by penetration. - *Timeline*: Offences occurred between June 2024 and September 2025. 1. First incident: He sexually assaulted and raped a woman in the Gwent Police area. He was arrested and released on bail. 2. Second incident: While on bail, he sexually assaulted another woman in the Dyfed-Powys Police area. - *Sentence*: 9 years in custody + 3 years on licence = *12 years total, extended sentence*. - Must serve 2/3 of the custodial term before Parole Board can consider release - *On sex offenders register for life* - Court ruled he "continued to pose a serious risk to the public" *What the court heard:* - *Prosecutor Mark Wyeth KC*: Called him a danger to women. Said actions caused "life-changing consequences" for victims. - *Probation report*: Said Odebode showed "little understanding of his offending", rejected jury findings, and posed a "high risk of causing serious harm" linked to "attitudes of entitlement". - *Pattern*: 7 other women had reported concerns about his sexual behaviour to police since 2019. Allegations included rape, indecent exposure, sexual assault, and stalking. None of those led to convictions. - *Victim statements*: One described him as "very predatory". Court heard he humiliated and degraded victims. *Judge Huw Rees* said the behaviour had a "profound effect" on victims and cited "lack of insight" as reason for the extended sentence. *Note*: He had no previous convictions before this case. This is an ongoing case. |
Thebird01:You missed the point. What school did you attend at all? The point is men are moved to using their first when provoked. Have you never seen a man beating a fellow man? That's same way a man beat a woman. It's not about the gender. It's about being provoked beyond what you can tolerate. |
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Fridud234:Even in so called saner countries with all their laws, are men not still being arrested for beating a woman? That shows you it is natural. Those men just have to put up with it because they are afraid of the law. Remove the law, and you will see men when provoked by a lady irritating attitude, will hit her. |
Survivor365:Please explain more. |
Do not allow a lady to use emotional blackmail on you. Stop it on time. |
lindqvistbergst:No man hits a lady unprovoked. If a lady wants to remain untouched, she becomes less provocative. Whatever you choose to do in Norway is your Cup of Tea. Why is there a Law in Norway? It means without the Law, you will see how many provoked men will beat up your ladies to a pulp for their irritant attitudes. |
dauntless15:She was using emotional blackmail for you? |
lindqvistbergst:You are barking up the wrong tree. Bark all you want, it is what it is, it is what it has been, and it is all it will continue to beat. And make no mistakes about it, some guys can beat up a lady and still beat you up even as you are a guy. Know this and know Peace. |
*If a Single Father marries a Single Mother, can their children marry each other?* Short answer: *Yes, they can* — legally and biologically. But let’s break it down, so it’s clear: *1. Legal side* Marriage law in Nigeria and in most countries only prohibits marriage between people who are *blood relatives* or *legal relatives by adoption*. When a single father marries a single mother: - Their children are *step-siblings*, not blood siblings. - There is *no blood relation* between them. - There is also *no legal adoption* unless the father legally adopts the mother’s children, or vice versa. So legally, step-siblings are free to marry. The law treats them like any two unrelated adults. *2. Biological side* Because they don’t share parents, there’s *no risk of genetic issues* that the law tries to prevent with incest. They have different DNA. *3. Social / Cultural side* This is where it gets complicated for many families, especially in Nigeria and other cultures: - Some people will feel it’s “wrong” or “too close” because you grew up calling each other "brother/sister" or you lived in the same house. - Family gatherings, church, and community may find it awkward at first. - But many families are fine with it once they see it’s not incest. Religiously, most churches don’t forbid it either, because again, no blood tie. *The bottom line* *Can they marry?* Yes. *Should they?* That depends on the people involved, family acceptance, and whether there was any adoption/legal guardianship that would change things. The key question the law asks is: _“Are you related by blood or legal adoption?”_ If the answer is no, then you’re good. |
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