₦airaland Forum

Abovebonny:
Oxford definition of "empire": a group of countries or states that are controlled by one ruler or government e.g. the Roman Empire.

Considering Benin's borders never extended beyond the Niger River, let alone outside of Nigeria's boarders, means that it does not qualify for empire status.

The Benin Kingdom was just that, a kingdom.

The map I've provided shows just how small Benin was, comparable in size and influence to the Nri kingdom.

Look at Mali, Songhai, Ghana & Akan these can be classified as empires as they fit the definition perfectly.

I still think The Benin Kingdom was a formidable and rich culture with deep spiritual and militaristic traditions, but they weren't an expansionist enterprise like the other larger west African empires.

Even Oyo, the largest Yoruba kingdom was far greater territorially than Benin.

Please stop overstating history because you have a bias towards a particular topic.

Point of correction, the chiefdom never extended beyond Bini. As for center of civilization, it's an insult.

Clowns....lmao

Vivian16:
This one follow for actors mtchww

You are very ignorant. That guy is one of the best actors in Nigeria. A Hollywood trained actor...nobi moi moi !

leicestercamper:
What the guy showed in the video was the previous works done by Ned. AMC is more or less a green city., check their 3D. And, the good thing about AMC is that they are building according to specifications and details in their colourful 3D designs. Really beautiful.

Ok , I will be here probably for another 50 years ! But , to God these negligence can't continue! Obulu ogwu ,oma nle!

None of these politicians are ready to take Anambra to world class development and infrastructures. Town planning is almost non existent. Primus Odili who is Chief of Staff to Obiano just bought a million dollars house in Tennessee. A Rev. Father from my home town knows him from seminary school...smh


Half of the money we generate goes to the pockets of few men....I want to spill the blood of these criminals. Only a person like me can bring total law , order and discipline to Anambra and slash the outrageous salaries of the people including the governor's to 100,000 naira monthly!

These people are robbing us blind and all their children are schooling abroad. These politicians don't have any love for Ndi Anambra. I want to show them total terror!

NwaAmaikpe:





When I see a couple and see their kids....I already know which one of them is a weakling in the other room.
It's obvious Davido is passionate and very good in bed and that's why all his kids look like him.

I have postulated a theory that says that it is not about dominant and recessive genes but about performance at conception.
Go and check it; a child always looks like the partner who worked harder on the day the child was conceived.

I have four kids and I can comfortably ask you to keep quiet and face your jokes.

film3four:
These are some of the projects already done by NED in Lagos and Abuja. Their homes are of high quality, tastefully finished and upscale. They are bringing this quality and excellence to Awka Millennium City..


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ImQzJDneGEs

So , where does the trees and grasses go ? smh

AmericanQuarter:
You misunderstood him. Building- 1 was bought and transformed to the building- 2.

Oh , I see. Yet , nothing spectacular. Generally our Anambra architects lack style , taste and class. I want to see some mind blowing designs and they don't cost a fortune. I think these people who are designing houses in Anambra has very little exposure to world class ideas. I remember when I was trying to build a house in Nigeria my father sent a lot of the typical Nigerian designs and told me that what everybody is building and that my taste was foreign. Why cant we create our own style using ancient Anambra art and designs. Our ancestors had more imagination than us. The ancient wooden doors , the carvings etc. Something is lacking in us. We are a lost people

[quote author= post=96528839]That former Suncity Exclusive Hotels at Regina Caeli road, it was acquired towards March this year and transformed to this new look

Below the old pictures[/quote]Idennaa, no insult but this building is very boring. I want to see spectacular structures.

AmericanQuarter:
Brand new Hilton leisure hotel and Resort Awka, just open for business yesterday. It is located along Regina Caeli road

I appreciate the effort but nothing spectacular. Golden Tulip still stand out.

Rocksvibes234:
Awka Millennium City Will be the best estate through out SS and SE legion when completed

Don't talk like this until the work is finished.

Bkayyy:
They did a nice work at that COOUTH, I was there yesterday.
I couldn't believe a state University will have a better teaching hospital than her federal counterpart in the state.
Well, nothing is impossible in Anambra

That teaching hospital is one of best work Gov. Obi did for Oraneze Omanbala. And I am glad Akpokuedike has continued to improve the institution. Omanbala erika , izu kamma na nne!

Please , as my as I love my Igala brethren the word Omanbala didn't originate from Igala town like a person here claimed. Omanbala is a common surname in many Anambra towns and we real meaning. Oma afia, Oma iru , Oma mbala all have true meaning that prove they are Igbo words. Mbala means open land /farm land

Ogene Obosi, ka emesia. Ayi ga ezu na obi Olisa.

Shittaakeem:
Utah Jazz also Drafted Udoka Azubuike Another Port Harcourt Native

Porthacourt born or native. Udoka Azubike is a proper Igbo name. He can never be an Ikwerre man. I don't know about Achiuwa.

OfoIgbo:
I fail to see the aggression in the message you were referring to. I was dishing out pure unadulterated information.

From time to time, I can get spirited especially when I notice someone getting lackadaisical about his or her ancestry, or disparaging Nri-Igbo contributions to Igbo, Benin and Igala cultural practices.
Alarm bells start going off in my mind, reminiscent of alarm bells that go off in Igbo people, when Ikwerres deny their Igboness.

It doesn't make sense when an Igbo person is annoyed with the Ikwerres for denying their Igboness, while at the same time, the same Igbo person is denying his or her NRI cultural links.

I get it and often times I would correct people but be classy about it, so , that people can respect Nri-Igbo. You are not the only one that love Nri , the descendant of this civilization are littered all over eastern or western flank. But , now , you are sounding like you have some inferior mindset due to your abrasive attitude.

JayromWrites:
cc: danielnino00

Do you actually think Iwobi can hold a 10 role ? Be serious for a minute. Scoring goals is not same as being a play maker

JayromWrites:
Etebo is a central Midfielder and he scored a few goals from left Midfield(6 goals to be precise)

there is no "tonnes" there

When he played for Warri Wolves he has a prolific scorer. With Sunday Mba , Jude Aneke and Egwuekwe Warrior Wolves were indomitable. I have been following Karo for a long time. He played as 8 and a left side midfielder.

OfoIgbo:
NRI also no longer crowns any kings, NRI used to crown every king in Igboland and Igodomigodo and Igala.

All these changed around 1910 or so, when the. British forces Eze NRI Obalike to sever the cultural links between NRI and the Igbos.
Subsequent warrant chiefs were forced to renounce Eze NRI in their oaths of office before the British recognized them.
It is a long story.

Anyway the crowning of kings was a spiritual exercise, which was why it was totally within the sphere of NRI duties

Nnaa, take it easy , you are too aggressive and boastful. Yes, Nri played a major role in shaping Igbo culture but lets slow down so that people can accord us the respect we deserve.


Also , there is nothing like Nri and Igbo! Many communities paid homage to Eze Nri as a spiritual head who administer rituals. Nri , which I am of the lineage are bonafide Igbo.

OfoIgbo:
Confirms my point. You are not Igbo.

NKWO Nnewi, how do you think it came about? Clue: Umu-Nri own all the market day shrines

No disrespect but you make some wide claims that arent substantiated. You boast and claim all sort of things you cant defend. And, yes the Okodu clan has Nri migrants but I will never talk as careless as you do. You are also very disrespectful to your brethren. Tone it down a bit

Just so we are clear on this. Etebor is not a DM neither did he have any sense modicum of DM duties. As much as I love Karo he packs alot of ATPs but he rarely undertands his primary duties as a DM and that is because that is not his wing. Rohr is so annoying! I prefer Tijani in that role than Etebo , Shehu , Awaziem and Ajayi assume Agu and Ndidi arent available. We have the talents in abundance to execute these game but we have a useless coach. I am so pissed.

It has become very apparent that our midfield is weak link. I have written many times why playing Iwobi as a 10 is a problem but they insult me. Iwobi like to play there because he thinks he can be an Okocha but he is not a cerebral player, not close. I really want to see Karo play there because he started off as a left midfielder and scored tonns of goals.

ARMADAS !!!

AsiwajuNdigbo:
You are the most useless Igbo son I have come across. I swear. Are you blind?

Other regions are consolidating and closing ranks and promoting all their states from under a regional umbrella. Why cant we?

Everytime you open thread its Anambra Anambra Anambra Anqmbra. Are you cursed? Promote the SE for a change.

You are a compound ffool ! Did you make him south east leader ? Today you people hate Anambra , tomorrow you want to famz Anambra.

Nnewi , while business savvy are not famous for their cultural intelligence. This is the same man they call Igwe n'eje uka. Papa , go sleep , biko. Nobi eveything you go open mouth talk.

aribisala0:
The problem with you folk is your approach to problems is always emotional. You do not strategize and think of a plan that will work when it comes to political issues. You rely on sentiments that are self defeating.

Will this approach get you any closer to your goal with the Ikwerres?
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lmao. Still the shameless old man that is obsessed with Igbo. Not a single proof to validate all the wild claims. You shameless Igbo hating dregg !






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smartsmith0907:
Let's just stop crying over a spilled milk ....I can assure you guys the next match will be totally different ....sierra Leone don price market and they must pay...we have learnt some lessons in the match..and such mistake won't be made in the subsequent match ....I heard a call has been forward to maja to replace osihmen..but I'll try to confirm from the other technical crew.
We move

You really think you can go to their homeland and beat them that easily. In case you dont know, they have the momentum. Super Eagles have to prove themselves with Aribo, soft leg and flash in the pan Iwobi...smh

Karlovich:
You must be joking, then tell me How many league games they play in Nigeria? So now you don't know the definition of professional careers. I'm waiting for your answer

You are kidding , right ? Are you trying to draw an argument or what.

Philosopher1979:
Rohr is not a good coach. If shehu abdulahi is that good ehy didnt he bring him to the midfield to orotect the defense.
Ola aina or ebuehi are better as right back. Maduka okoye is still inexperienced for international football.
Rohr is simply an average or below average coach. He is tactically deficient thats all. Bringing in attackers when we need to defend.

Rohr is full of sentiment. That man can invite you and keep you on the bench just because make you feel appreciated. He is too old to learn new tricks

Karlovich:
Which CB did he convert to a DM against Sierra Leone, I'm waiting for your answer?

Against Algeria and Tunisia he kept the natural midfielders on the bench while Ajayi is floundering all over the field. Again , he ignored our two best available DM/CM and played a combination of Etebo and Aribo against a west African side. I love Karo like kilode for his hardworking and passion but he is not a DM. Aribo had his real test and we can see the result.

Where did he keep Tijani and Agu ?

jihday:
He wasn't racist when he was consistently starting Shehu ahead of Ebuehi and Omeruo ahead of Balogun during last Afcon?

Omeruo was in form, and Ebuehi was just joined. Are you telling me that Akpoguma can play that wing more than a tested Awaziem ? Be serious. Don't forget he love his German boys