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A shepherd’s rod is ordinary. It’s a tool—safe, predictable, and limited. It represents skill, livelihood, and control. Moses understood it.

But when God intervenes, that same rod becomes a snake—something alive, unpredictable, and dangerous. Now Moses runs from what was once in his hand.

That shift matters.

God takes what is familiar and turns it into something that stretches, even scares, the one who carries it. Not to destroy him—but to show that the power is no longer his.

The rod becoming a serpent is not just a miracle—it’s a test:

Will Moses trust God when what he “owns” becomes something he can’t control?

Will he still obey when his gift becomes uncomfortable, even frightening?


Snakes are not neutral. Every part of them carries risk. You don’t casually handle a serpent the way you handle a stick. So when God tells Moses to pick it up—by the tail, no less—it’s a call to trust beyond logic.



God can take what is yours—your ability, your gift, your “rod”—and transform it into something far greater, even unrecognizable. It may no longer feel safe or predictable.

It may even intimidate you. But it is still yours in assignment, even if the power behind it is no longer yours.

When Moses grabs the serpent, it turns back into a rod. That tells you something important:

The source is God

The vessel is still you


You don’t lose your place in the story—you just lose the illusion of control.

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Some days ago, I was at a football viewing centre around my area. It was one of those noisy evenings — men arguing about tactics, young boys shouting, a few girls watching quietly, and children running around. I would guess many of the kids there were between 6–12 years old.

My team lost woefully that day. Very painful loss!

At half-time, many people usually step outside for fresh air. I noticed a father with his two daughters — maybe around 8–12 years old — The man left his seat to go outside leaving the girls inside . A few other children were there as well.

Then suddenly, the channel switched.

For a brief moment, an adult scene appeared. Very brief, maybe 20–45 seconds. But long enough.

People reacted differently. Some men quickly turned their eyes away. A few hissed loudly. Others giggled and made very crude jokes. The volume was turned down, but the channel itself was not changed immediately.

And the children?

Their eyes were still fixed on the screen.

What does that mean for them?

Some people may say, “Oh it doesn’t matter.” Others may shrug and say, “Kids these days already know these things.” That excuse is very common. But it is also very dangerous.

Ladies and gentlemen, this was just a viewing centre. A public place.

But think about what is happening inside our homes… on phones… on tablets… on laptops… where nobody is watching.

Dear parents, the truth is simple — the internet today is not the same internet of the early 2000s where we used Opera mini to open and 10mb to operate.

Back then, many Nigerian homes had one television. Sometimes the father controlled the remote like a king guarding his throne! Children watched what the family watched.

If something questionable appeared, someone would quickly shout:


"Change that channel!"
"Cover your eyes!"
"Go and wash the Car!"

And the matter ended there. No questions ever asked.

We played outside more. We read story books. We played Ludo, Ayo, draft, and card games and we slept more.

If someone said they were going online, it meant going to a cyber café with slow internet that made you think twice before wasting time.

But today?

A small phone in a child's hand can open the entire world — the good, the bad, and the very ugly.

And it is not only adult content parents should worry about.

There is cyber bullying — children insulting, mocking, or humiliating other children online. Words typed on a screen can wound a young heart deeply.

There is cyber stalking — strangers secretly watching, messaging, or manipulating children through the internet.

There are abusive and gory contents — violent videos, disturbing images, and harmful trends that children do not yet have the maturity to understand.

There are also fake lifestyles and unrealistic expectations.


A child watches too much online and suddenly feels their own life is not good enough.

Little by little, these things shape their thinking.

In Nigeria we have a proverb that goes like this

"When a child washes his hands clean, he may eat with elders."


But another proverb reminds us that

"A child who is not guided will burn the house just to see how the fire looks."


Children are curious. That curiosity is not evil. It is natural. What you don't tell them, they will find out. They are constantly learning, observing, testing and experiencing so many things.

But without guidance, all of this can lead them into places they were never meant to enter.


Before the last holidays, I even heard of a JSS1 student being suspended from school for watching pornography on a phone with his Classmates . JSS1! Honestly I was speechless and I am not even Michael Jackson.

This is the reality parents are facing today.

Government regulations on internet use for children may take many years to fully happen, especially in many countries like ours. But while we wait for policies and systems, our children are already online every single day.

And let us not even start with AI

So the question remains

Are we watching what our children are watching?

Because in the digital world, danger does not always knock before entering.

You see "The goat that is allowed to roam freely may end up in the lion’s den."

Now, before someone says “Ah ah… are we now supposed to sit beside our children every second?” — no. That is not the point.

Parenting has never been about control, it has always been about guidance.


So calm down for a moment!

In the old days — early 2000s — many of us remember how parents simply created boundaries. Not perfect boundaries, but very cllear ones with water canes, belts or Slippers.

You knew there was a time for TV.
You knew there was a time to go outside.
You knew there were programs that were not meant for children.

Very Simple.

Today things are more complicated, yes. But the truth is still the same parents must stay involved.

Teachers Can't Do It All, The Religious Bodies Can't Do it All

So what can we actually do?


First, open child-friendly accounts for your kids.


Most apps today have versions designed specifically for children. Platforms like video sites, learning apps and even some social media provide kids accounts that filter harmful content automatically.

Is it perfect? No.
But it reduces many dangers.

Second, install anti-spam and anti-adult software where possible.


Many phones, tablets and routers now allow parents to block certain websites and adult material. Some can even control screen time or show what type of content a child is trying to access.


Third, pay attention to program ratings.

Many shows come with ratings like PG, 13+, or 18+. These are not decorations. They are warnings. N S L V PG13, 18+

Sometimes we ignore them because “ah it is just a movie.”

Sometimes we ignore them because we don't think about them while we are holding the remote.

But those labels exist for a reason.


If a program is marked 18+, it means the content may include adult themes, strong violence, sexual material, or language not suitable for younger minds.

Fourth, replace empty entertainment with value-adding programs.


Not every screen time must be useless time.

There are wonderful documentaries, cooking shows, nature programs, science channels, travel programs and educational series that can open a child’s mind. There used to be a Math based channel on DSTV then I used to watch.

Things that spark curiosity in a good way.

A child who watches how the ocean works, how food is made, how inventions happen — that child begins to ask better questions.

Fifth, talk to your children about sensitive topics.

Yes, even topics like sex, gender, relationships, identity and growing up.

Many parents feel shy about these conversations. Understandable. Our culture sometimes avoids these talks.

But silence leaves the internet to become the teacher.


And the internet does not care about your child’s wellbeing.

If children do not hear explanations from parents, they will hear it from strangers online, classmates in school, or random videos.

And not all those voices are good voices.


Sixth, spend real time together.


Read books together. Tell stories. Play simple family games.

Remember Monopoly, Scramble, Chess, Ludo, Ayo, card games? These things may sound small but they create connection.

A child who feels connected to their parents is more likely to share what they see online.


But a child who feels alone will hide things.

And lastly — regulate phone use.


Not every moment needs a screen. Some homes now have simple rules like:

No phones during meals.
No phones late at night.
Phones stay in the living room after a certain time.

These small boundaries protect sleep, protect mental health, and protect young minds.

Technology is powerful. It brings learning, opportunity, and connection.


But without guidance, it can also bring confusion, pressure, and exposure that children are simply not ready for.

Parents do not have to be perfect. No one is.

But we must be present.

Because in this digital age, raising children requires not only feeding their stomachs and sending them to school…


Now we come to something even more important than apps, filters, or phone rules.

Trust

Because at the end of the day, no parent can watch a child every second. One day that child will be in school, with friends, in a hostel, in a bus, in a cyber cafe, or simply alone with a phone.

What then?

This is where trust and guidance begin to matter more than control.

Many children today are very smart with technology. In fact, some of them can bypass phone restrictions faster than their parents can install them! That is the reality.

So the real question becomes:

Have we built a relationship where the child feels safe to talk to us?

If a child sees something disturbing online, will they come and say:

"Mummy, Daddy… I saw something strange today."

Or will they hide it out of fear?

Think About This!

My Ten Years of Private School Teaching: Candid Advice for Newcomers

Some years ago, having come from a line of educators myself, I fell in love with teaching. I loved being around children, guiding them academically, and giving them the kind of support I once received. Teaching felt meaningful. It felt noble.

Fast forward ten years later.

Having taught in nine different private schools, I have seen many sides of the education system — the inspiring, the exhausting, the rewarding, and sometimes the disappointing.

If you are new to private school teaching, here are some honest lessons I wish someone had clearly told me earlier.




1. Go With the Mindset of an Investor, Not an Applicant

One of the biggest mistakes new teachers make is approaching teaching jobs like desperate applicants instead of thoughtful investors.

Before accepting a teaching job, ask yourself:

Why am I doing this?

Some people enter teaching because they want to grow, learn, and build a career in education.
Others enter because they simply need to survive at that moment.

Both reasons are valid — but they lead to very different choices.

When you take a teaching job, you are investing:

Your time

Your knowledge

Your energy

Your health

Your relationships

Your emotional strength


Teaching is not just a job; it demands sacrifice. Because of that, you must treat every school you join like an investment decision.

Ask yourself:

What will I gain here?

What will this school add to my professional value?

How long should I realistically stay here?


They Need You, Remember That!

2. Understand the Difference Between Survival Schools and Growth Schools


In my experience, many private schools fall into two categories:

Survival Schools

These schools help you stay afloat, but not necessarily move forward.

They pay just enough to keep you going. They keep you busy enough that you remain employed. But they do not invest in your growth, and often there is no real path for advancement.

These schools are often easier to enter, especially for beginners.

There is nothing wrong with starting here — but the danger is staying too long.

Survival schools should help you find your balance, not become your permanent destination.



Growth Schools

Growth schools are different.

They expect more from you, but they also value skill, professionalism, and expertise. They are harder to get into, and sometimes you must be patient while searching for them.

But these are the schools that help teachers build real careers.

If you want to succeed in the education system, you must eventually aim higher and move toward these environments.

Do not settle too early, do not settle for anything




3. Ask Yourself: What Do I Actually Bring to the Table?

Education, like many professions, is also a marketplace.

In any marketplace, value matters.

The question every teacher should ask is:

What exactly do I offer that others cannot easily replace?

There are generally two types of teachers:

General teachers

Specialist teachers


General teachers can handle multiple subjects and most commercial or art subjects fall in this category. This is also common, especially in primary schools.

But specialists are different. They have deep expertise in specific subjects.

Examples include teachers skilled in:

Mathematics

Sciences

Languages

ICT

Special education

Examination preparation


Specialists are often harder to replace — and therefore more valued.

If you want to increase your professional value, become excellent at something specific.




4. Keep Expanding Your Knowledge


One thing that strengthened my own teaching journey was learning new things beyond my original comfort zone.

For example, I began exploring subjects like French and Mathematics more deeply. This helped expand my skill set and made me more versatile as an educator.

Teachers should never stop learning.

Consider:

Online courses

Professional certifications

Subject mastery programs

Teaching methodology training


The stronger your knowledge bag becomes, the more confidently you can walk into opportunities.

Education rewards those who keep learning. People don't hire you for what you can do, they hire for what you have done most times. It is why you go to interviews with a CV.



5. Never Allow Yourself to Be Easily Replaceable

In many schools, teachers are sometimes treated as easily replaceable staff.

This happens especially when a teacher's skills are too general or when they do not continue developing themselves.

Your goal should be to build a professional profile that makes people say:

"It will be difficult to replace this teacher."

You achieve this by:

Deep subject mastery

Strong classroom management

Exam preparation success

Professional development

Reliability and consistency


When your value becomes clear, your voice also becomes stronger.



6. The Standard You Bring Is the Treatment You Receive

One important truth about schools is this:

School owners observe people very quickly.

From your first interactions, they begin forming opinions about you.

They notice:

How you speak

How you carry yourself

Whether you appear desperate

Whether you appear professional

Whether you set boundaries


If you present yourself like a beggar, you may be treated like one.

If you present yourself like a professional, people tend to treat you with professional respect.

This is why it is important to:

Be clear about your responsibilities

Understand your job description

Clarify your salary and duties before accepting an offer

Avoid vague agreements

Avoid words like ".. And other responsibilities" lol


Many teachers hope that unclear conditions will "improve later."

Unfortunately, they often do not. I know a bit about this in my own experiences.




7. Set Clear Boundaries Early

In teaching, responsibilities can quietly expand.

You may be hired to teach one subject, but gradually you may find yourself handling:

Extra classes

Administrative work

Event planning

Student supervision

Tasks unrelated to teaching


Helping occasionally is normal in a school environment.

But there is a difference between assisting and absorbing extra roles permanently.

The moment assistance becomes an unspoken permanent responsibility, you must politely but firmly address it.

Remember this principle:

What you accept repeatedly becomes what people expect from you.



8. Clarify Everything Before You Say Yes


Before accepting a teaching job, it is wise to discuss key details clearly:

Salary structure

Subjects you will teach

Class levels

Work hours

Additional duties

Leave policies


Clarity prevents resentment later.

A professional agreement protects both you and the school.


Grab your cup of tea (or that flask of tea that mysteriously finishes before first break). Let’s continue.




9. Follow the Chain of Command (Yes, It Actually Matters)

Schools have structure.

There is usually a Head of Department, Head Teacher, Vice Principal, Principal, and sometimes the owner who appears only when there is a problem.

Many new teachers ignore this structure and go straight to the top for every issue.

This is a mistake.

Every school has a chain of command, and respecting it makes your professional life smoother.

If you have a concern:

1. Speak to your HOD first


2. Then the Head Teacher or Vice Principal


3. Escalate only when necessary



Breaking this chain can make people feel bypassed — and schools, like families, remember these things.

Respecting structure does not mean you lack confidence. It simply shows professional maturity.




10. Avoid Staffroom Gossip Like It Is a Contagious Disease

Now let’s talk about something very common in schools:

Gossip.

Teachers talk. It comes naturally. After all, people who spend all day explaining things tend to keep explaining things… even when they should not.

The staffroom can sometimes become:

A news station

A complaint center

A rumor factory


Be careful.

You can be friendly with everyone, but you don't need to know every story about every colleague.

The safest position is what I call “friendly neutrality.”

Smile.
Greet everyone.
Be polite.

But when conversations begin to sound like:

"Did you hear what happened between..."

That is your signal to suddenly remember you have exercise books waiting for you somewhere.

And very importantly:

Never gossip with students.
Never gossip about colleagues to students.

Students have amazing memory when it comes to adult drama.




11. Be Professional With Your Students

Students are wonderful, funny, dramatic little humans. They will tell you everything — sometimes even things you did not ask for.

But teachers must keep professional boundaries.

You can be kind and approachable without becoming their gossip partner or personal therapist.

Once students see you as someone who shares adult conversations, they may lose the healthy respect that helps classrooms function well.

Be warm.
Be supportive.
But remain the adult in the room.



12. Dress the Way You Want to Be Treated

Let’s talk about something simple but powerful: dressing.

Your dressing communicates before you even say good morning.

You don’t need expensive clothes. Many teachers start with very few outfits — I certainly did.

But what matters most is:

Cleanliness

Neatness

Simplicity

Confidence


Even if you have one good skirt or one pair of trousers, make sure it is always:

Clean

Well pressed

Presentable


Students notice.

Parents notice.

School owners definitely notice.

Dressing neatly sends a silent message:

"I take myself seriously."

And when you take yourself seriously, people tend to do the same.



13. Responsibility Is Often the First Sign of Promotion

Years ago, I used to complain about something many teachers complain about:

"There is no promotion in private schools."

Then something interesting happened.

I started receiving more responsibilities.

Suddenly I was involved in:

Academic planning

Administrative duties

School coordination tasks

Things that went far beyond classroom teaching


At first, I thought:

"Why are they giving me extra work?"

Later I realized something important.

Sometimes responsibility is the system's unofficial way of saying you are trusted and capable.

However — and this is important — responsibility must eventually reflect in your value.

If your responsibilities grow, your compensation and recognition should also grow.

Otherwise you may find yourself doing the work of three people while earning the salary of one.

Balance is important.




14. Know the Difference Between Helping and Being Used

Helping your school is part of being a good teacher.

But there is a thin line between helping and being permanently overloaded.

You might hear statements like:

"You are the only one who can do this well."

Which sounds flattering — until you realize it means you will now be doing it every week.

So learn to ask yourself:

Is this temporary assistance?

Or is this becoming my new job description?


Remember the principle again:

What you repeatedly accept becomes what people expect.




15. Part-Time Teaching Is Not Always the Easy Option

Many teachers think part-time teaching is the perfect solution.

In reality, part-time teaching often means:

Teaching in multiple schools

Constant movement

Multiple lesson plans

Double stress


You may find yourself carrying books from one school to another like a traveling library.

It has benefits — especially for flexibility — but it can also be exhausting.

Personally, after doing it many times, I learned to prioritize my health and energy.

If possible, consider remote tutoring opportunities. These are growing and can sometimes offer better balance.




16. If Education Is Not Your Passion, Be Honest With Yourself


Teaching is not an easy profession.

It requires:

Patience

Emotional strength

Consistency

Genuine care for students


If after some time you discover that education is not truly where your heart is, that is okay.

But be honest with yourself.

Find your balance and move toward work that suits you better.

There is no shame in changing direction.

The only problem is staying somewhere long after you know it is not right for you.




My Conclusion

After ten years in private school teaching, one thing is clear to me:

Teaching can shape lives — including your own.

But like any profession, you must enter it with awareness, boundaries, and purpose.

Teach well.
Learn constantly.
Protect your dignity.

The Jokes were expensive then but it was worth it. It was education, it was cultural, it was intelligent we didn't have to laugh at proto laugh at their jokes and when we did laugh at the people (klint the drunk) we did it with respect. Good old days!

There was a time in Nigeria when laughter was not just entertainment—it was an experience, a movement, a cultural reset. At the heart of it all stood one iconic event: Night of a Thousand Laughs. It wasn’t just a show; it was the show. The arena where kings of comedy were crowned, legends were made, and audiences left with aching ribs and unforgettable memories.

The Golden Era of Nigerian Stand-Up

Before skits, before viral clips, before algorithms dictated what was funny, there was the stage. And on that stage stood giants.

Names like I Go Dye, Klint the drunk, Basket Mouth, I Go Save, and Gordons didn’t just perform—they commanded. Add to that powerhouse performers like Basketmouth, AY Makun, Julius Agwu, and Bovi, and you begin to understand the magnitude of what Nigerian comedy once looked like.

These were not 60-second punchline merchants. These were storytellers. Social commentators. Masters of timing. They built tension, controlled silence, and delivered jokes that stayed with you long after the lights went out.

And the audience? Fully present. No scrolling. No distractions. Just pure, shared laughter.

The Experience: More Than Just Comedy


A ticket to Night of a Thousand Laughs was a ticket into another world. Theatres filled to capacity—sometimes beyond. The anticipation alone was electric. You’d hear the hum of conversations, the occasional shout, the DJ spinning tracks that would set the mood.

Then, somewhere between transitions, a familiar beat would drop—
🎶 “Who let the dogs out?” 🎶

That iconic track by Baha Men became more than a song—it was a signal. A cue. A shared cultural moment that tied the night together. DJs spoke over it, hyping the crowd, bridging acts, keeping the energy alive.

It wasn’t just comedy. It was theatre. Music. Culture. Community.

Comedy That Reflected Society


What made this era special wasn’t just the laughter—it was the depth behind it. These comedians spoke about:

- Nigerian politics
- Power outages and NEPA struggles
- Church culture
- Relationships and family dynamics
- Everyday survival in Nigeria

And they did it with intelligence and relatability. You didn’t just laugh—you nodded in agreement.

Gordons, for instance, brought a unique blend of church satire and moral commentary. I Go Dye infused activism into humor. Basketmouth mastered observational comedy with precision. Each comedian had a voice, a lane, and a message.

The Business of Laughter

Let’s not ignore the economics. Stand-up comedy at the time was lucrative. Sold-out shows meant real revenue. Corporate sponsorships flowed. DVDs were produced and sold. TV rights mattered.

Comedy was not “content.” It was craft.

Young comedians looked up to these pioneers not because they had followers, but because they had substance. You didn’t go viral—you earned your spot.

The Beginning of a Shift

But as with many golden eras, change was inevitable.

The rise of the internet. Cheaper smartphones. Social media platforms. Suddenly, comedy didn’t need a stage—it needed a camera.

What used to take months to prepare could now be recorded in minutes. What required a live audience could now reach millions instantly.

And slowly, subtly, the culture began to shift.

Theatres didn’t empty overnight—but the attention did.


This is where the story begins to turn.

Because the question is not just what happened…
It’s how did we move from depth to speed, from stages to screens, from timeless sets to disposable clips?

And more importantly—what did we lose along the way?


As smartphones became cheaper and platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and later TikTok took center stage, comedy in Nigeria found a new home. Not on grand stages, but in living rooms, streets, cars—anywhere a camera could record.

From Stage Kings to Screen Stars

A new generation emerged—talented, creative, fast. Names like Mr Macaroni, Broda Shaggi, and Taaooma built massive audiences without ever needing a sold-out hall.

And to be clear—they are brilliant.

But the system changed.

- Speed over structure
- Virality over depth
- Consistency over craftsmanship

A joke no longer needed to last 10 minutes. It just needed 30 seconds—and a share button.

What Was Lost… and What Was Gained

Modern comedy democratized laughter. Anyone could try. Anyone could blow. Geography no longer mattered.

But something else faded:

- The discipline of long-form storytelling
- The electricity of live audience reactions
- The communal experience of laughing together

Skits make you laugh.
Stage comedy made you feel.

Why the Stage Struggled

Events like Night of a Thousand Laughs didn’t necessarily fail—they were outpaced.

High production costs, changing audience habits, and the comfort of on-demand entertainment made it harder to sustain the magic. Why buy a ticket when your phone delivers endless comedy for free?

And so, the spotlight dimmed.

Not gone—but no longer central.

End of an Era… or Evolution?

Maybe it’s not an ending.

Maybe it’s a transformation.

Because every now and then, when a comedian takes the stage and holds a crowd spellbound, you’re reminded—this art form is not dead. It’s just waiting for a revival.

A balance between stage and screen. Depth and reach.

Above all, one question still lingers in the echoes of those legendary nights, between DJ banter and roaring laughter:

Who let the dogs out?

What were your favourite moments and who were your favourite comedy stars?

Let’s talk honestly. Periods are already doing the most every month

— cramps, mood swings, cravings, and sometimes the sudden urge to fight everybody in the house. 😅

But there is normal period discomfort, and then there is pain that is not normal.

One condition many women don’t know about is Endometriosis.

And yes, many Nigerian women are silently dealing with it without even knowing its name.




1. First, What Is Endometriosis?

Inside your womb (uterus) there is a lining called the endometrium. This lining builds up every month and then sheds during your period.

With endometriosis, tissue similar to this lining grows outside the womb — where it is not supposed to be.

It can grow on places like:

The ovaries

The fallopian tubes

Behind the womb

The bladder or intestines


Now imagine this:
Every month, that tissue outside the womb also reacts to your menstrual hormones.

But here is the problem…

Unlike your normal period, the blood from those areas cannot leave your body easily.

So what happens?

It causes:

Inflammation

Swelling

Pain

Scar tissue


That is why many women with endometriosis say their period pain feels like “someone is squeezing their insides.”




2. “Isn’t Period Pain Normal?”

Yes… but not all pain is normal.

Many Nigerian girls grow up hearing things like:

“All women suffer during period.”

“Just drink hot water.”

“You are overreacting.”

“Take Ibruprofen and sleep.”


But if your period is stopping your life, your body might be raising a red flag.




3. Common Signs of Endometriosis

Here are symptoms many women experience, they are

Very painful cramps

Heavy periods

Pain in the lower stomach or back

Pain during sex

Doctors call this dyspareunia — meaning painful intercourse.

Stomach problems during your period

Some women experience:

bloating

diarrhea

constipation


they may not be exaggerating.

Pain when urinating or passing stool during periods

Difficulty getting pregnant

Endometriosis can sometimes affect fertility.




4. Here Is the Shocking Part

About 1 in 10 women worldwide have endometriosis.

Yet many women spend years without diagnosis because people keep telling them:

“Period pain is normal.”



Meanwhile their body is shouting:

“Sis, something is wrong!”



5. The Important Thing Every Girl Should Know

If your period pain:

makes you miss school or work

makes you vomit or faint

keeps you in bed for days


Please see a gynecologist (women’s health doctor).

Your body is not being dramatic.

It may be something like endometriosis.



Your period is not a punishment.

Pain that destroys your quality of life is not something you must endure quietly.

Talk to someone and if possible go see a gynaecologist.

Walk into many schools in Nigeria today and you will notice something interesting.

Some pupils look like little bankers.
Some look like they are going to a wedding.
Some look like they are attending a fashion show.

Blazers.
Suits.
Ties.
Waistcoats.
Different coloured socks.

It raises a simple question.

What exactly is the purpose of a school uniform?

Pause.

School uniforms did not start as fashion.
They started as a symbol of equality.

Across the world, school uniforms were created to send a message.

“We are one here.”

Whether a child came from a rich home or a struggling family, once they wore that uniform, they belonged.
No competition.
No pressure.
Just learning.

In many countries, uniforms are simple.

A shirt.
A skirt or shorts.
Sometimes a sweater when the weather is cold.

Nothing dramatic.
Nothing stressful.

Because the focus is school… not appearance.

But in many modern Nigerian schools today, things are changing.

Some schools now have four, five, even seven different uniforms.

Monday uniform.
Sports wear.
Cultural day wear.
House wear.
Friday wear.
Blazer day.
Club wear.

Pause again.


Is this still about education… or about appearance?

Now let’s talk about suits and blazers for children.

Many school owners say suits make children look smart.
Professional.
Disciplined.

And yes, there are some arguments for suits.


Reasons some schools like suits

1. They create a formal environment.
Children feel they are in a serious place.


2. They prepare children for professional settings.
Some believe it builds confidence early.


3. They make the school look prestigious.
Photos look beautiful.
Marketing becomes easier.



But pause again.


Looking good is not the same as learning well.

Now let’s look at the other side.

The challenges of suits for children in Nigeria

First… the weather.

Nigeria is hot.
Very hot.

Especially in places like Lagos, Ogun, Port Harcourt, or Abuja during dry season.

Now imagine a 12-14-year-old child wearing:

A shirt.
A tie.
A blazer.

By 10am the child is already sweating, yes most schools do have air Conditioning systems but still...

By break time the blazer is hanging on the chair.

By closing time it is stuffed inside the school bag.

So we ask again.

Is the suit serving the child… or stressing the child?

Second… children move a lot.

They run.
They jump.
They play.

Suits are not designed for playgrounds.

They are designed for boardrooms.

Third… the cost.

Blazers and suits are expensive.

And children grow fast.

A blazer bought this term may not fit next term.

For many families, this becomes a silent burden.

Especially when schools insist that uniforms must be bought only from the school.

Pause.

Another thing to think about is the meaning of uniform itself.

The word uniform comes from two simple ideas:

Uni — one
Form — appearance



One appearance.

But when a school has too many uniforms, the purpose begins to fade.

Instead of unity, it creates pressure.

Parents start calculating.

“Which one have we bought?”
“Which one are we still owing?”
“Which one is for Wednesday again?”

And the children feel it too.

Some have everything.
Some do not.

The very thing meant to reduce differences… starts to highlight them.

Pause.

So here is the real question for school owners.

What message is your school uniform sending?

Is it saying:

“Here we focus on learning”?

Or is it quietly saying:

“Here we focus on appearance”?

Uniforms should make children feel comfortable, confident, and equal.



Not hot.
Not pressured.
Not burdened.

In the past, many Nigerian schools kept uniforms simple.

One main uniform.
One sports wear.



And that was enough.

Children still became doctors.
Engineers.
Professors.
Leaders.

So today we must ask honestly.

Have we improved the system… or complicated it?

What is your take on this?

Please this is strictly for Christians who have a Christian Movie recommendation. or want to get one. Kindly share your faith and your Movies

It’s funny how we can quote scripture, preach truth, and sing deeply… yet many of us haven’t revisited some of the very visual stories that once shook our hearts.

When last did you watch The Passion of the Christ?

I and my wife recently watched the passion of christ by Mel Gibson recently and it was just so extraordinary and powerful.

These movies in a world where entertainment becomes a medium of certain agenda. Are what we need to see and recommend for our spiritual growth

That movie wasn’t just a film—it was an encounter. A reminder of the weight of sacrifice, the brutality of love, and the price that was paid… fully, intentionally, for us.

Over time, we’ve become used to hearing the story. Familiarity can sometimes dull sensitivity. But seeing it—really seeing it—has a way of awakening something deeper. It confronts you. It humbles you. It brings you back.

And it’s not just that one. There are so many powerful Christian movies and series—old and new—that can stir faith, strengthen conviction, and even answer silent questions in your heart.

Think about stories like War Room, The Shack, or series like The Chosen… each carrying something unique, yet pointing back to the same truth.

Maybe it’s time we become more intentional about what we watch—not just for entertainment, but for edification.

Let’s build a thread 🙌🏾
Drop the names of Christian movies or series—old or recent—that impacted you. The ones that made you pause, reflect, pray, or even cry.

Someone might need that recommendation more than you know.

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Still Herr

Thank you for reading, I had hoped to share what I felt was an abundance of knowledge but I can't argue with anyone. My opinions and beliefs are sacred.

Know my title was meant to be something of an irony as well which I would have revealed at the end.

God's word is standard of Truth and Goodness


A fact can be a lie or a truth. If a man has failed a job interview for ten times. It's a truth that he has failed if he accepts it. This is what the devil does. Tries to make you accept a fact as a truth. Thanks and see you soon. I will be releasing something on David soon

Dtruthspeaker:
From his book of lies to lie against the bible

Feel free to attack, it doesn't take anything from me. And you can't incite me into a debate. I have no interest

Dtruthspeaker:
You can not end an argument and debate you started when whilst objections and counter arguments are still coming in.

And most especially as we can all see that you did not respond to the opponents who countered your allegations of Lies.

So clearly this looks like you have seen that you are in grievous error and you are fleeing because you can reasonably and validly prove your Lies.

Especially as we all see and know what the devil does which is to Lie outright Lies 'that part which is mine' Luke 4:6

Or using the most dangerous Lie of all which is in using truths and facts to Lie. And this type of Lie is called "Half Truths".

A half-truth is the most cowardly of lies" — Mark Twain

"A half truth is a whole lie" Yiddish proverb

A half-truth is even more dangerous than a lie. A lie, you can detect at some stage, but half a truth is sure to mislead you for long.
Anurag Shourie,

So op, you are doing exactly as Satan in Lying just like him and even using Truth to Lie!

I pray you repent

I don't enjoy quarreling or debating my beliefs, thank you and God loves you.

Your Gear Five fit be somebody gear one but no Worry, nah who get God as he driver Nah him dey always finish first.

So i am going to draw a curtain on this discussion with my original answer.

The devil doesn't tell lies, he tells facts. He uses your experiences, thoughts, ideas, others whom you accept to portray something that looks true and reasonable.

Most Christians are too smart for lies, remember the devil quoted the Bible, do we say the Bible is lying? No.

The devil doesn't just use lies he uses facts, and these days more and more people can not distinguish facts from the truth.

Facts is backed up by what people accept

The truth is backed up by God's words.

Thank you.

God words have two things in common, purpose and timing.

My next case study is the Man Job another story i so much love talking about.

gohf:
Whatever the devil says is a lie because it is not God's word and it contradicts God's word.

yet it is not the opposite of God's word. Disobedience is.

Can I ask you a question? Have you been in a court proceedings before?


When two lawyers argue out a case? Presenting evidences and witnesses to compare and contradict. And one eventually wins. Do you say the other lawyer told a lie and that's why he lost? Would you call the judge corrupt or bias rather? Would you say the lawyer evn though he has just freed a criminal was telling the TRUTH?

What makes a LIE AND WHAT IS THE TRUTH? And what makes God's word different?

Please join me on reading on this. I hope to show something profound, if i do miss it though then i can take my words back but my aim is to expose something else much powerful than lies that the devi uses against Christians and non Christians.

Biqsahm:
Bro, Jesus called the devil the father of all liars I believe ur teaching will be more insightful if u can kindly change ur topic, it screams error bro #peace#

Hah interesting, please note my work is in three parts sir. I have not started yet. Perhaps if you are patient enough to read the entire work you will agree with me on what I am saying. For now keep reading.

Truthseeker10:
So when the serpent told Eve in Genesis 3:4 that she would not die, was it telling the truth?

Hah very good question.. But the answer was quite obvious... Did she die from eating the fruit?

Remember The Devil wasn't the first to say this... Gen 2:17 there the "courter - quote" originated from.


To answer this, Take the quote from Gen 2:17 I will explain it

"If man ate of the fruit just as he became he aware of his unclothedness, eating the fruit of knowledge would make him know death, he would became aware of death and life"

Goto Gen 2:22 "This fact was why he (man) was driven out. He was now aware of Death and Life and to prevent and maintain God's word. Man had to go. The tree of life would no longer be safe.

So the answer? the serpent wasn't lying still, He was using the knowledge yet to it's advantage once he realized EVE was less informed about the TREE than ADAM.


Goto Gen 3:19 The punishment of man as many see it but I call it the consequences of man's disobedience..... Did you realize it

God says.... TILL YOU RETURN TO THE EARTH? Meaning Man was never to live eternally, we were blessed to live long but immortality was not part of the deal. God was going to sustain man and woman in the garden.

Fun fact: People are more scared about how they would die than the death itself. Man became aware of death.


Here is an extra tip: remember the tree of life was in the garden but only the tree of good and evil had a warning to it? So man had access to it but never bothered about it even though he was told if he ate of the tree he would die he didn't know what death is therefore the tree of life did not serve him a purpose, to ADAM it was just another tree until he ate the fruit of good and evil and became aware of what death was.

Art is not mine please

I will also be sharing about the stories of David and Joseph, and how sin grows in the heart of man. David's story happens to be one of the most exciting stories in the Bible. But don't be shocked about his one little sin. It happened many chapters even before it did.

Many a time, I have heard this phrase having come from a strong church going family, emphasis on the church going. I realize as I get older that this phrase "The devil is a liar"... Well is a lie.


Three years ago, I began to really grow in my faith. Thanks to a change of environment and I began to realize so many things i never knew.

One of these happen to be the title of this little post of mine.

THE DEVIL DOESN'T LIE


Hold on, let's really talk about this, I will provide FACTS and Bible readings as led and you can agree or disagree.


I am only going to bring up three very important encounters where we could in the Bible read about the devil talking to people.


Genesis 3: 1- 24 (The fall of Man)


Now the serpent was more cunning than any beast of the field which the lord God made. And HE said to the woman.

"Has God really said you shall not eat of every tree of the garden"

Now this question, is quite cunning, read again. It's a question, very simple one yet it's answer had great consequences for man.

For this question.. Was to test the knowledge of Eve. In fact The serpent would never have been able to ask Adam this question and if HE did. He would get a straight and simple answer. "NO"

I remember a very effective opera modus of scammers. They get you to do little stuffs over the phone. By asking questions, once they weigh your response and find out you are gullible, they swoop in. And that was what EVE did. Her reply was not DEFINITIVE.


The snake more than EVE knew the answer. (this is how every temptation comes about to manifest, it probes men, first it is a small insignificant little flirty thought but entertain it a bit, it becomes a monster)

WHATEVER YOU ALLOW, MASTERS YOU.


Now back to our research. Eve's reply became the hook. What the snake was testing was her knowledge.

Genesis 3:5 NIV

[5] “For God knows that when you eat from it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God, knowing good and evil.”

This was the reply of the serpent.

Now remember already

*Man was already created in God's image.
*Man was given dominion over the earth
*He was made high and a little lower than the angels
*Man communed with God already. There was a fellowship.

*In Psalm 82:1 which was quoted in John 10:32 I believe by Jesus (Although this verse is usually read out of context) even confirms seemingly something of this divine nature of man.

"I said, ‘You are gods; you are all sons of the Most High."

Now I wondered was the serpent telling a lie, wrong? This was not a LIE but before you react

I CAN ALSO TELL YOU IT WAS NOT THE TRUTH


In verse 6 ( We see the second thing, a temptation attacks man with) the power of sight.

Even Jesus had to shown something.

Temptation works hand in hand with the power of sight. First it was the mind. The serpent convinced her already.

Then she had to convince herself too. For this to happen, she needed to see to not accept.

7. Goes to show us the result of eating the fruit.

Remember the serpent promised them the knowledge of Good and Bad but When they ate it. All the fruit did was reveal to them their unclothedness.

KNOWLEDGE WHETHER GOOD OR BAD IS A WASTE IF YOU DON'T KNOW HOW TO USE IT.

They saw their unclothedness and decided they needed LEAVES

But if you go to Genesis 3:21

Genesis 3:21 NIV

[21] The Lord God made garments of skin for Adam and his wife and clothed them.


You will realize the greatest scam of all. Because even with the knowledge, they couldn't do what GOD did for them.

WHEN MEN SEW LEAVES TO WEAR, GOD MAKES TUNICS FOR THEM.

They got played real big time, would you not say?



So whilst the fruit gave knowledge it did not grant them wisdom. Wisdom is how you make use of knowledge effectively.


THE OPPOSITE OF GOD'S WORD IS NOT A LIE, OR TRUTH, IT IS DISOBEDIENCE.

AND THAT IS WHAT KNOWLEDGE BROUGHT INTO THE WORD.

Imagine a cow suddenly realizes it can eat meat and survive, it automatically would now be able to decide between eating grasses and meat.

But imagine you as a human seeing that cow eating meat. Of course you would say, this is no longer a cow.


DISOBEDIENCE DERAILS MAN'S PURPOSE.




TO BE CONTINUED..

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