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Religion / Re: For All The Friends And Foes Of Rosicrusian Order(amorc) by nitch(m): 7:37pm On Feb 20, 2012 |
omosexy1: You new here? |
Religion / Silly Christians by nitch(m): 12:25pm On Oct 18, 2011 |
But Paganism is idolatry; Paganism is satanism; Paganism is evil; Paganism is going against God; According to Christians , Oh! wait, Christianity itself is Paganism!
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Politics / Opinion: Should Nigeria Spilt Up? by nitch(m): 10:58am On Aug 31, 2011 |
By Yusuf Pappa Tomiwa These thoughts have been gathering at the back of my mind for a while now. Like dust, they haven’t exactly settled together in a place but i’ve decided the dawn of birth has set upon them. Talk of Nigeria dividing/ separating whichever word best describes ‘secession’ has been ongoing long before i knew it’s meaning and lately it’s been ringing everywhere. In Mosques, Churches, Schools, and even in my small head. Initially, the debate was on what would divide the country fastest; Tribalism or Religion? Now, stemming from incessant bombings by ‘You-know-who’ in the North (mostly) all fingers seem to be pointing towards the religious perimeter. Last Thursday (August 25th), some ‘gun-men’ struck just about 25 minutes drive to where i was then. They killed 4 Policemen, a Soldier, several civilians and robbed two notable banks. It made the news, not just locally because i later saw it on Yahoo news. It was easily concluded to have been the work of ‘You- know-who’ judging by their modus operandi. I shouldn’t nauseate you with more gory tales here but this isolated incident got my brain-box in overdrive. Questions came flooding in naturally like mosquitoes in rainy season. Could it have been ‘You-know- who?’, What was their overall plan? Was it division? If yes, along what parameters; religious or tribal? A lot of people are already clamouring for separation emphasizing that it’s the best panacea for Nigeria’s problems. I always disappoint most when I disagree it’s not. Here’s what I think; * Nigeria is foremost a ‘political’ entity not a tribal or religious one * Political entity translates into ‘united by politics’ which in reality means ends, means, resources etc or to be precise crude ‘oil’ economics * Tribalism and religion divides rather than unites us as a people. Incessant ethno-religious conflicts in the country attests to this fact (e.g perennial Jos crisis). Even with Massob, Arewa, Omo O’dua etc it is as glaring as day that there’s still factionalism within these groups and the tribes they claim to represent. * I also believe the same reason Nigeria won’t split is part of why NYSC hasn’t been scrapped. So, in the event of separation (if it ever were possible) by any tribe, i foresee, division after separation, followed by fragmentation and then eventual dis-integration. This leads me back to thoughts of ‘You-know-who’ and their elusive overall motive. At best, their stated grievances/goals/ agenda are flimsy and untenable. Their virulence seem to be directed at ‘Western influence’ with emphasis on ‘Islami-sation’ of the country. I don’t doubt it’s a bad idea but they should answer this question first; Should we do away with Western influence/ education but retain the bombs, ammunitions, weaponry, and motorcycles used by them in their operations yet were manufactured by Western influence/education? I’m waiting… Seeing as their actions/activities belie their ’cause’, i’ve arrived at these ‘thoughts’ about them. * I would like to think they are copycats of MEND or arose from the pursuits of similar interests i.e recognition from FG. * I also think secession is not the overall goal (and i think choosing this option would enrage them further just like the strong arm measures currently in place e.g JTF) * I think creating a ‘war hysteria’ (condition of general insecurity) had been part of the plan all along. * I think they are not as ubiquitous and organised as they make believe. * I think ‘copy-cat miscreants’ are thriving in the ‘war hysteria’ created by ‘You-know-who’. It’s a mutual relationship beneficial to both parties. (I still think last Thursday’s incident and some others before it were copy jobs not ‘You-know-who’) * I think the fact that FG’s not giving them recognition, or considering amnesty/official pay- off for them but is doing/did the same for MEND is part of what irks them most. * I think withdrawing the JTF even temporarily would give a clearer picture of what they want and are really about. * I think finding out why their erstwhile leader was ‘silenced’ abruptly in custody would be a good place to start getting tangible results. Invariably, these are just conjectures/theories and i do not claim to have the best understanding of these issues raised here, afterall, I’m just one head in 162 million! Source: www.cp-africa.com/2011/08/31/opinion-should-nigeria-split-up-2/
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Politics / Re: ‘Nigerians Should Expect More Bombings’ by nitch(m): 11:11am On Aug 30, 2011 |
Considering the high level of insecurity of lives and properties across the country, am not sure this geographical expression known Nigeria would survive for another ten years. |
Politics / Nigerian Mind And Innovation. by nitch(m): 10:09am On Aug 17, 2011 |
Ahmed, 15 years old, with his generator self made car along Airport road, Abuja. Source: www.nigeriansfornigeria.org
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Autos / Nigerian Mind And Innovation by nitch(m): 10:05am On Aug 17, 2011 |
Ahmed, 15 years old, with his generator self made car along Airport road, Abuja. Source: www.nigeriansfornigeria.org
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Politics / Is Nigeria A Police State? by nitch(m): 10:29am On Aug 15, 2011 |
Comment objectively please.
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Politics / Re: Police To Employ Graduates, Change Uniform. by nitch(m): 9:21pm On Jul 30, 2011 |
This wont be bad for our muslim sisters.
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Politics / Re: Police To Employ Graduates, Change Uniform. by nitch(m): 6:07pm On Jul 29, 2011 |
executinal: I do appreciate your inpute; however, you should do a little more careful research. When you do, you will be on the same page with me .
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Politics / Re: Police To Employ Graduates, Change Uniform. by nitch(m): 8:19pm On Jul 25, 2011 |
, And this for the women.
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Politics / Re: Police To Employ Graduates, Change Uniform. by nitch(m): 8:14pm On Jul 25, 2011 |
How about like this for the men ,
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Politics / Police To Employ Graduates, Change Uniform. by nitch(m): 3:13pm On Jul 25, 2011 |
Police will soon embark on the recruitment of graduates of higher institutions for better policing system, the Minister of Police Affairs, Navy Capt. Omoniyi Olubolade (rtd), has promised. Speaking at the weekend at the palace of the Ewi of Ado-Ekiti, Oba Rufus Adeyemo Adejugbe, the minister also said police uniform would soon be changed as part of a general overhaul of the force. Olubolade, who described the Nigerian policing system as defective, said he would embark on litany of restructurings to reposition the force and make it a pride to Nigeria. Apart from being holistic, the restructuring would be to change the face of the Nigerian police, which would include overseas training, to make the policeman proud. He said the image of the police would be redeemed under his watch by ensuring that the men of the force keep to the tenets of best practices obtainable in advanced climes. The minister said the police needed serious restructuring at this crucial time when the Boko Haram was posing a serious threat to the security of Nigeria. He expressed regret over the damage the sect had done to the corporate image of the country, promising that all hands would be on deck to nip the situation in the bud. He said it was now a sin for the police to disclose the identities of informants to the public, admitting that this had been hindering the performance of the force. He appealed to members of the public to always volunteer useful information in the interest of peace. Responding, Oba Adejugbe hinged the rot in the police to long years of military interregnum in the country. He accused past military regimes of deliberately marginalising the force due to perceived rivalry between the police and the military. The monarch said: “The military deliberately marginalised the police for 25 years to suffer and this I think caused the rot in the police force. The military thought if they should empower the police, it would be a potent force that can challenge them and this they didn’t want.” www.thisdaylive.com/articles/police-to-employ-graduates-change-uniform/95650/ |
Politics / Re: Boko Haram Sect Splits by nitch(m): 12:19am On Jul 22, 2011 |
Da Doctor: Speaking like a Military Man! |
Religion / Was Jesus Christ A Muslim? by nitch(m): 5:46pm On Jul 20, 2011 |
Please comment elaboraltly and objectively.
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Politics / Re: Nigerian Army Begins Local Construction Of Assault Boats by nitch(m): 11:09am On Jul 19, 2011 |
Great initiative. Lots of respect for the General. |
Autos / Was Jesus Christ A Muslim? by nitch(m): 6:22am On Jul 19, 2011 |
Comment objectively please.
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Music/Radio / Re: Illuminati? There Is Nothing Like "Illuminati"! by nitch(m): 2:28am On Jul 18, 2011 |
Anyone swallowing the gambit of it (illuminati) not being real dosn't have the critical thinking skills to make an informed decision. |
Romance / Are Men Polygamous In Nature? by nitch(m): 2:00am On Jul 18, 2011 |
Comment elaborately please. |
Religion / Is the Bible, the words of God or the words of men about God? by nitch(m): 9:57pm On Jul 17, 2011 |
Comment please.
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