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jesusjnr2020:
I've always said "the fear of death is the beginning of wisdom for most atheists".

This is yet another proof of that.

What i find really hard to understand though is why they have to wait til that critical point of their lives before realizing themselves, because not many get the chance to make amends.

This is one of the few lucky atheists that did.

Thank God he realized himself and repented before it was too late.

I hope other atheists get to learn something from his story.

God bless.

CodeTemplar:
It may take some civil servants 100 years to afford a hajj slot. The assumption for elective offices is that majority of the people are making the best choice. I cant fault an SSCE holder finding himself in HoR or Senate.
The comparison is a lil bit off. How many professors have truly advanced the body of knowledge they are suppose to? Ask them to look inwards for extra revenue and you start hearing about pure water and bread factories as ideas.

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LegendHero:
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We’ve always heard from Ibo people that they want another country. Shouldn’t they be happy that someone is helping them fulfil their ambition by telling them to leave the SW?

Only Lagospedia spoke and south east leader had to go beg Atiku to help them beg the SW governor. Their senators, ohaneze, and now house of rep leaders are panicking and running about in fear.

What did they do when Ibo told Fulani to go the other time? Did they condemned it?

Salewa97:
E no go better for these lawmakers and their victim mentality.

Same law breakers are constantly begging FG to release that terrorist Kanu even upon the Yoruba hate and killings of his kinsmen the terrorist perpetrated.

Wy are they shaking?

Halo22:
I have been trying to contain my disgust over the life threatening lifestyle of my landlord and his house hold, but then, it has reached the brim. I would like to make the story short cos I humbly want to seek advice on the best way to tackle this issue at hand.

I live in an environment where we are not that populated in the compound. Every person or household minds his or her business in order to maintain peace and tranquility as well as oneness as was literally advised by the landlord in his preaching of novel peace which has completely been foiled by himself in particular. He has a wife with female children who are all adults. What still baffles me is how the daughters will end up being wives in future. That would be topic for a later day.

Fast forward to early this year, I noticed a leak in the pipe that connects to their own house's toilet and quickly alerted the wife on the need to fix it so it won't deteriorate. When I saw the woman couldn't do much to fix the breakage, I organized some of my neighbours, particularly men, to talk with the husband (landlord). Lo and behold, the man apologized for the inconveniences caused and promised to fix it Asap. Two months down the line in April, we politely met him again to remind him of the dangers of the odour that oozes out of the pit, he again promised to fix it and up until now, the pipe remains unfixed and has completely gone bad, emanating irritating odour all over the compound whenever it rains, mostly my own corner of the building.

At first, I thought about parking out of the compound, but I still have about 6 months' rent running and starting afresh to look for house, the stress, extra payment and all that are not worth engaging in right away. Please what is the best step to take in this situation considering the fact that the wife is a nice and considerate person, just that the husband influences her negatively. I don't want to have issues personally with them. I humbly ask please.

loffyloffy:
Comparing the two prolific Nigerian writers, Wole Soyinka and Chinua Achebe, is subjective as both have made significant contributions to African literature. Here are some points to consider about each writer:

Wole Soyinka:
Known for his plays, essays, and poetry.
He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1986.
Soyinka's works often delve into political and social issues.
Famous works include "Death and the King's Horseman" and "A Dance of the Forests."
Chinua Achebe:
Renowned for his novels, particularly "Things Fall Apart."
Achebe is considered one of the fathers of African literature.
His writing often explores the impact of colonialism on African societies.
"Things Fall Apart" is a classic in African literature and has been translated into many languages.
Both writers have had a profound influence on African literature, and the choice between them as a better writer often comes down to personal preference based on the themes and styles of their works.

[[b]b]Achebe authored a renowned literary work that explores the dynamics between the Igbo people and their British colonial rulers. While it was a significant contribution, it fell short of securing him the Nobel Prize.

In comparison, Achebe's other works are considered less remarkable, with limited public recall or discussion. His writings consistently center on the Igbo perspective.

On the other hand, Wole Soyinka's literary achievements were deemed worthy of the Nobel Prize. His works exhibit greater diversity, encompassing a broader range of themes and genres. Soyinka's literary output addresses a wider spectrum of life's aspects and issues, surpassing Achebe's narrower focus. Additionally, Soyinka's linguistic prowess is exceptional and comparable to the highest global standards.

Drawing an analogy to sports, it is akin to observing a team that defeated the eventual champion during the regular season but ultimately failed to secure the championship title.

The consensus within the literary community is that Wole Soyinka is the superior writer overall, while acknowledging Achebe's notable contribution with his work "Things Fall Apart."[/b][font=Lucida Sans Unicode][/font][b][/b]

loffyloffy:
Comparing the two prolific Nigerian writers, Wole Soyinka and Chinua Achebe, is subjective as both have made significant contributions to African literature. Here are some points to consider about each writer:

Wole Soyinka:
Known for his plays, essays, and poetry.
He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1986.
Soyinka's works often delve into political and social issues.
Famous works include "Death and the King's Horseman" and "A Dance of the Forests."
Chinua Achebe:
Renowned for his novels, particularly "Things Fall Apart."
Achebe is considered one of the fathers of African literature.
His writing often explores the impact of colonialism on African societies.
"Things Fall Apart" is a classic in African literature and has been translated into many languages.
Both writers have had a profound influence on African literature, and the choice between them as a better writer often comes down to personal preference based on the themes and styles of their works.

[[b]b]Achebe authored a renowned literary work that explores the dynamics between the Igbo people and their British colonial rulers. While it was a significant contribution, it fell short of securing him the Nobel Prize.

In comparison, Achebe's other works are considered less remarkable, with limited public recall or discussion. His writings consistently center on the Igbo perspective.

On the other hand, Wole Soyinka's literary achievements were deemed worthy of the Nobel Prize. His works exhibit greater diversity, encompassing a broader range of themes and genres. Soyinka's literary output addresses a wider spectrum of life's aspects and issues, surpassing Achebe's narrower focus. Additionally, Soyinka's linguistic prowess is exceptional and comparable to the highest global standards.

Drawing an analogy to sports, it is akin to observing a team that defeated the eventual champion during the regular season but ultimately failed to secure the championship title.

The consensus within the literary community is that Wole Soyinka is the superior writer overall, while acknowledging Achebe's notable contribution with his work "Things Fall Apart."[/b][font=Lucida Sans Unicode][/font][b][/b]

confusedlady:
This is hilarious 😂 😃 😄
So your go to is chat gpt....lol

I read the books....so I know what I am talking about.....
And by the way that your chat gpt,there is a way I will craft that question and that damn machine will say Soyinka is the better author....lol

I gave up on you when you concluded that the Achebe is better because he out sold Soyinka according to you.....lol...pulp fiction writers like Harold Robbins,James Hadley Chase,Jackie Collins and Sidney Sheldon,have probably also sold more books than Soyinka but it doesn't make them better writers....lol..

I repeat NO student of literature in English will ever say Achebe is a better writer than Soyinka....NEVER....

Soyinka has a vast range of Prose,poetry and dramatic plays....these cover politics,society,philosophy,racism,governance, religion and the absurdity of its leaders,monarchy,colonial rule,the Nigeria/Biafra conflict,military rule and other ills that affect society. The man even has dramatic musical albums.....

This will be my final response to you on this issue.....

confusedlady:
Oga,

Soyinka is heads above Achebe in literature. In subject,analysis and content....there is no debate on this among literature students on this issue except you are a tribalism......

In fact Soyinka transcends African literature because of the range of his works and the varied subject matter of his works....his work covers the absurdity of religious leaders,colonialism,racism,politics,traditional rulership,society, the aberration of military rule in Africa,the Biafra problem,and a lot more....
There is just no basis for comparison because Achebe's range of writing is too limited....

Raf4:
That's a statement of facts.
Was Achebe father of African literature?

confusedlady:
How someone can ever compare Achebe to Soyinka beats me hollow....
In fact no proper student of literature can ever do this because Soyinka transcends all genre of literature while Achebe is grossly limited in his range.


Soyinka writes prose,poetry and drama.

Achebe is limited to prose and a few poems....

In fact while Soyinka was at the University as a lecturer,his books were being used as basis for awarding doctorate degrees to professors.

Achebe is a good prose writer but Soyimka writes prose,poetry and drama. This is a no brainer. There is just no basis for comparism.

melow666:
Let's ask chat GPT, i believe it is neutral enough and has the objectivity to tackle this.

seunowa:
I think you are getting it wrong somewhere especially in that direction you are always hammering on. Writing a book with complex English grammar is not the reason one is being given a Nobel prize. It also encompasses other genres of literature such as drama, poem, prose, playwright and others alike.
I immensely appreciate both works. They are exceptional and distinctly different in the way their writings are projected to targeted audience. These targeted audience are different on the basis of their cognitive capacity.
Soyinka wrote plays and acted in drama. He even directed many songs. It is not just about writing novels but embracing other genres.
Those who sat on the committee of Nobel prize were not just random fellows but global intellectual icons in literature fields.

seunowa:
Well, I quite respect your submissions but I don't wholly agree with you.

seunowa:

Both are great in their field of endeavors. One channelled his works on story- telling which he did brilliantly while the other one embraces all genre of literature such as poem , prose , playwright, drama etc.
Soyinka's works are not all meant for secondary school students because they lack cognitive prerequisite to convey its meanings but for professors and advanced learners in higher institutions.
Soyinka is far apart from Achebe just as advanced chemistry text books is far apart from Ababio chemistry for secondary school students.
Saying the writer of Ababio chemistry for secondary school is more knowledgeable than the writer of advanced chemistry for higher institutions is just absolute absurdity.
Popularity and simplicity of one's works don't win Nobel prize award but inherent intelligence does.
This was exactly what the committee on Nobel prize saw in Soyinka's works.
I just think Achebe should have been given bestseller award.

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Good day nairalanders, thank God this site is a faceless forum... Few weeks ago my dad told me he is HIV positive, when he told me I was disappointed but I made sure I didn't show it and I encouraged him... Him and my mother has been sick for a while and I certainly know he has transferred it to my mum.... My dad was very promiscuous when he was younger even after he married my mom he was still promiscuous. I am the only child and I have been footing the bills for their medical cares I am just 26 years old and I have spent so much and there is more spending still to come.... My father only told me, my mother is not aware of her health status all she thinks it's just a normal sickness happening to her. I have no one to talk to, I don't trust any friends because I believe when I tell them, they will certainly spread the news and you know the stigmatization against HIV patients, it's not good... I am frustrated, depressed and financially drained, sometimes I stay in my room and cry.... To avoid thinking, sometimes I just drink some alcohol... This issue has been in my heart for several weeks I just had to put it on Nairaland to ease my pain. My father just called me today that my mom has been admitted to the hospital, she was too weak to even walk.... Another spending and I am running out of cash, don't know what to do anymore. It wouldn't be this severe if they found out earlier, it's almost late. May God help me and my parents.

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