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CareerRe: Fake Interview? by MattChidi(m): 3:45pm On Jul 31, 2021
Please help me check if this is legit job invite.

CareerRe: List Of Fake Job Companies/venues In Nigeria by MattChidi(m): 3:36pm On Jul 31, 2021
I got this invitation for interview, I want to ascertain if they're genuine or fake.

EducationRe: OSU Lecturer Shed Tears As Students Surprise Him With Gifts On 60th Birthday by MattChidi(m): 3:26pm On Jul 31, 2021
I have some lecturers I'd love do this for God's willing... Make everything stew first.
PoliticsRe: Abba Kyari Assembles Team Of Lawyers, Threatens To Expose Others If Extradited by MattChidi(m): 3:24pm On Jul 31, 2021
It's interesting to note. Let's wait and see.
CrimeRe: 6 Reasons Why People Engage In Yahoo Yahoo Internet Fraud - FATTKAY by MattChidi(m): 11:23am On Jul 24, 2021
zinaunreal:
Oya start mentioning the thousand and one ways before i strangle you. Nonsense
E-commerce
Affiliate Marketing business. I know one sure plug.
Jobs/VacanciesRe: Lafarge Africa Graduate Trainee Programme 2021 – Full Time by MattChidi(m): 11:21am On Jul 24, 2021
SHILIINZ101:
Was once a Lafarge trainee left and currently work for Dangote. I applied for Lafarge graduate programme because I av seen how well they treat them and the offer they were given. They are currently training the previous set at Lagos Business school in order for them to fill into Managerial position... Great Offer await us all �
Wow, that's awesome. Thank you.
Jobs/VacanciesRe: Lafarge Africa Graduate Trainee Programme 2021 – Full Time by MattChidi(m): 11:20am On Jul 24, 2021
SHILIINZ101:
Lol... Am glad I enjoyed my sleep overnight and my COD this morning.. Success to us all.. 150% Believe.. You guys are in for a great offer at the end of the process.
A big Amen
Jobs/VacanciesRe: Lafarge Africa Graduate Trainee Programme 2021 – Full Time by MattChidi(m): 10:39am On Jul 24, 2021
Thank God for everything. We don do our best. Let God do him own.
FamilySniper Is Not Killing People!!! by MattChidi(op): 5:36am On May 24, 2019
If not that we were indoctrinated while growing up that if you take your own life you will go straight to hell, the rate of suicides in Nigeria would've been so alarming. I must tell you, that's only what is holding a lot of folks not to end it all. It has gotten that worst. Most of the suicide cases we hear occasionally are of folks who damned the consequence.

Phew...

Some people are of the opinion to ban "Sniper." To tell you the truth, Sniper is not what is killing these people, there's more to it than just banning that substance.

Banning that substance is more like treating just the surface symptoms. If we ban it, people would find other means to die.

Instead of clamouring to ban Sniper, we should focus on getting rid of the root cause of people commiting suicide in our society. These we can do. It is a collective work.
So how can we do this?

First, we need to practice 'empathy' in our respective lives. Reach out to people around you and offer help in any way you can to alleviate what they're passing through. I must tell you smiles conceal a lot. Beautiful picture upload hides people suffering deeply. Many are hurting and dying silently. Some are at the brink of taking sniper. Life has become so meaningless and distasteful for them.

So when next you ask someone "How are you", enclose in a bracket: "Be Sincere". I believe this would open them up to pour out what's really going on in their lives. And when they do, please don't abuse it, do what you can. What you can do might be to offer monetary gift, material, a piece of information, a piece of advice, recommendation, a listening ear, shoulder to lean on, an encouragement, wise counsel, little care etc. Anything you can do please do. Your little act of empathy and kind words can uplift their spirits and give them a glimpse of hope to hold on to life and thus, heal the very causes of suicide.

Secondly, I'll call on parents, teachers and the clergy to teach people under their care how to handle rejection, a no, disappointments, failures, heartbreaks, difficulties and set-backs. It is evident that as we go through life we'll be faced with one of any these one time in our life. Teach them to understand that this Life is not all about succeeding or it being always easy.

There would be days we'll fail, your plans won't work out, whether you're religious or not. These are harsh realities of life. If they are equipped with these facts, when it eventually happens, frustrations wouldn't kick in, depression would be so far away from them.

When one is equipped with the right knowledge on how to handle these life's inevitable circumstances, they'll do much better not to let it get to them or make them slide into depression that might lead one to consider suicide. A person with this knowledge will understand whatsoever pain or situations they're going through is only but a phase, it will pass too.

Finally, is there something troubling your mind? Are you feeling depressed? Seek help. Seek for a therapist or a doctor. Speak to a friend. Stop dying silently. Don't let shyness or shame deprive you of help. There are people willing to help but they can't read your mind. When you speak out you get helped. There is this soothing relief that comes from airing out what's troubling you. Suicide don't end pain. Hold on pain ends. Your life can get better again. Things can turn round for good. It will only take a while. Please choose life over suicide. I'm always here anytime you need a friend.

It is our collective job to end this scourge in our midst before it gets worst. I call on you to help out as much as you can. Let's collectively be "the saving grace(s)" of people around us. Show genuine love, care and concerns and you'll forever remain blessed.

Thank you for accepting to do the best you can to make our world free from suicides.

Much love from #MattCares�
Etumnu Matthew Chidi

RomanceRe: She Cheated With Her 'Cousin'. I'm Finding It Hard To Forgive Her by MattChidi(m): 4:46am On Mar 21, 2019
forgive and take her back wholeheartedly. She truly loves you.
FamilyDear Parents by MattChidi(op): 11:50am On Nov 07, 2018
Dear Parents,

If you tell your kids; 'Do not talk while eating.' Let them not find you doing the same thing.

If you advise them to pray before and after bed. Let them watch you do it every now and then.

If you tell them to be respectful. Please let them see you respect everyone you come in contact with, including your maids, staffs, gate-man, driver, receptionist etc.

If you want them to love their spouse tomorrow, shower your own spouse with love and care.

If you want them to be hardworking and smart, let them see you display it.

If you want them never to come home after 8:00 O'clock, please never come home late.

If you want them to be truthful, honest and diligent, please let them see you practice these.

No matter how many times you talk to them or teach them, the best way they learn is by seeing you live through what you've been teaching them about.

Leading by example is the best form to school children.

The point I'm trying to make is; Your children are the reflection of whom you are.

One of the things I learnt from my dad is being cautious of 'time.' My dad hate to go to any where late. He will always arrive on time and not in time. If an occasion or program was slated to start let's say by 10 am. My dad will start making preparations some hours before the time. He also hate misuse of time. He held the belief that there is time for everything and one should make the most of it.

From my mum, I learnt from to be calm, have good relationship with friends and relatives, take good care of things I own, give my best in whatever I engage in, and take my time to do whatsoever that is worth doing, well.

These traits are not inherent. It is learnt over time from what you grow up witnessing.

One thing I've observed for quite some time now is that some children from rich homes turn out to be a big problem to their parents.

The cause is not far fetched. It started when they were little. Those times when the kid was given everything they demanded without objections. They (parents) thought they were doing the child good not knowing they were simply breeding someone who would turn out to be a thorn in their flesh.

Many of the drug addicts, cultist and people with wayward lifestyles we see today are children from rich homes. Though, with exceptions.

Some parents thinks that providing money for food and school fees is enough for kids. Hell no! Your work doesn't stop there.

O yes, "Money answers all things," but can money buy morals, virtues or values? It can't.

Such are learnt over time and they need to be honed.

You as a parent need to get involved with their life (not left for just one gender alone).

You need to be there for them,
love them,
talk to them,
encourage them,
befriend them,
treat them with respect,
expose them to interesting things,
organize their time,
teach them about sex and sexuality,
discipline them fairly and raise them in a strong stable family.

Always treat them in a way that they will be open to you to talk about almost anything and be free with you.

You owe them these...

And above all, lead by example. For your kids tends to mirror your lives.

One secret of building a better society lies in hands of the family unit. You as a parent plays a critical role in making this a reality. Do your part well and you'll definitely see its ripple effect in our dear society.

Thank you.

Etumnu Matthew Chidi

#MattCares
PoliticsRe: FFK Congratulate Atiku As He Won PDP Presidential Primary by MattChidi(m): 12:58pm On Oct 07, 2018
congratulations
RomanceRe: I Love My Boyfriend But I Am So Scared Of Lending Him 700k by MattChidi(m): 2:33am On Sep 24, 2018
give him. You won't regret it.
FamilyRe: POF: My Marriage Is About To Be Ruined Becaus Of A Secret I Kept From My Husband by MattChidi(m): 6:58pm On Sep 14, 2018
Tough one .. please quit the job, for the sake of peace. also tell him you're truly sorry for not telling home initially and it will be unfair for him to rub it on your face besides there's nothing too hard for God to do. It is well
Foreign AffairsRe: Kofi Annan Is Dead by MattChidi(m): 11:25am On Aug 18, 2018
Rest in peace
FamilyRe: 10 Cogent Qualities To Instill In Your Little Children by MattChidi(m): 2:20pm On Aug 05, 2018
This is beautiful... I love it
EducationRe: My Experience Playing Virtual. How I Broke The Addiction by MattChidi(m): 3:29pm On Jul 08, 2018
Greenarrow01:
Good morning, folks
First of all, don't mind the English, be more concerned with the message I am trying to pass across.

Base on a front page topic this morning, I decided to share my experience and I hope one or two will learn from it.

My sincere apologies to my dad(a nairalander) bae and all my friends who are nairalanders and may see this

I was a good gentle man full of business ideas and a good dreamer before I met virtual.  I was (am) good with stuffs.. was a reader.. I know a lot of stuffs about history, about religion, about politics, about technology and whole lots of stuffs.  my mates could attest to the fact that I was super intelligent. And in vogue.   my mechanic dad nd trader mum had high hopes.. been the first to get admitted into a university in my extended family (paternal).
I made friends and the my future looked promising..
Got admission into the university 2012.




 2015, I started gambling.. after I failed to convince my friends to allow us to be the first set of people to open a virtual shop in my city then.
I did something crazy then.. got a winning formula I discovered and used then, i didn't tell anyone while playing real games.. until 1960bet packed up.. so i forayed into virtual. Spent all my savings and pocket money on virtual..
Betting... no be me and you
EducationRe: My Experience Playing Virtual. How I Broke The Addiction by MattChidi(m): 3:16pm On Jul 08, 2018
What an inspiring story. I'm intrigue by it. I believe slot of folks would learn from it. if you don't mind I would love to share this story to a series I'm conducting on Facebook, it's tagged #ShareYourStorySeries. my objective is to let our stories be a guilding light unto others path. Using our stories to motivate and inspire others. Reach out to me, let's know if you would love to remain anonymous or I should add your name to it. Thanks once again for this.
CrimeRe: 6 Reasons Why People Engage In Yahoo Yahoo Internet Fraud - FATTKAY by MattChidi(m): 12:46pm On Feb 19, 2018
Nothing whatsoever justifies fraud. There are thousands and one way to earn legitimately online.
FamilyEnquiry Oo... by MattChidi(op): 8:02am On Aug 01, 2017
Abeg, na who start this 'Happy New Month' thing? I really want to see the person o.
PoliticsRe: Lekki Floods: Babatunde Adejare Visits Lekki Area After Hours Of Rainfall. PICS by MattChidi(m): 11:10pm On Jul 09, 2017
medicine after death.... nonsense
Car TalkRe: CEO Of Mercedes Sits Inside Benz To Take The Gun Shots In His Bullet Proof Car by MattChidi(m): 9:14am On Jul 07, 2017
wow, this is confidence in what you give out to people to use. Meaning it will definitely serve it's purpose
Car TalkRe: Volvo To Go All Electric With New Models From 2019 by MattChidi(m): 4:05pm On Jul 06, 2017
Nigerian government needs to start being proactive towards this news. Diversifying should be our big focus now...
HealthRe: Sandra Musujusu Discovers Treatment For Cancer Of The Breast by MattChidi(m): 3:51pm On Jul 06, 2017
Wow, this is laudable. More strength Lady. thumbs up
PhonesRe: AfriOne First To Deliver N-Power Devices (Photos) by MattChidi(m): 3:42pm On Jul 06, 2017
This is good news I must say. This is a way to go. It's high we start producing what we use. it will sure boost our economy. we'll get there walking in the right path.
PoliticsRe: Crowd At Maitama Sule's Funeral Prayer (Photos) by MattChidi(m): 2:44am On Jul 05, 2017
Rest in peace
BusinessRe: Diamond Bank Staff Wear School Uniforms To Celebrate Children's Day (Photos) by MattChidi(m): 7:21am On May 27, 2017
hilarious and interesting
Nairaland GeneralRe: Chukwuemeka Afigbo, Nigerian Who Works With Facebook (Photos) by MattChidi(m): 9:23pm On May 21, 2017
Well-done bro.... keep flying our flag high
PoliticsRe: #NEPAWahala Is Trending On Twitter: Funny Tweets And Memes by MattChidi(m): 5:02pm On May 20, 2017
Hahahahahahahaha

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