₦airaland Forum

Botragelad:
The wisdom of ageism!
Let me tell you, dear sage, your notion that a 20-year-old cannot contribute meaningfully to parliament is a hilarious relic of a bygone era. Youth is not synonymous with ignorance. In fact, research suggests that younger brains are more adaptable, and more innovative. But hey, who needs science when we have your expertise, right?

You then went ahead with your nonsense assertion that a few years after a first degree, maybe, just maybe, someone might be worthy of a seat at the table is condescending, to say the least. Do you know what someone with a fresh perspective, unjaded by the cynicism of age, can bring to the table?

And please, spare me the "life experiences" talk. As if the only valid experiences are those accumulated by wrinkling one's face and graying one's hair. What about the experiences of a young adult, grappling with the challenges of their generation? Are those not valid or valuable enough?

This arbitrary age brackets are nothing more than a flimsy excuse to dismiss the potential of an entire generation. I'll have you know, some of the most impactful contributions to history were made by individuals in their 20s. Need I remind you of Alexander the Great, Mary Shelley, or Steve Jobs?

So, no, every sane person won't be swayed by your patronizing views on youth and leadership. The truth is, age is not a determinant of wisdom, and it's time you folk stopped perpetuating that myth.

MartinCorridon:


All these "records" mean zilch.

At age 20, it's doubtful she can make any concrete contributions to the parliament.

25 years old, few years after first degree, maybe, but still not advisable.

30 - 40 years old is what i believe is the appropriate age for a youthful representative... tertiary education completed + some life experiences + young age (fresh perspectives)

mrvitalis:
People get PhD at 17 but you think it's mere parliamentary discussion that a 20 year old wont be able to do?

By 20 I was almost a graduate in my final year

crestedaguiyi:
crestedaguiyi to his father
Speak for yourself dummy

NSNO:
First of all, which field of study gave you empirical evidence that Africans are inferior?

Please be as specific as possible.

franchasofficia:
South African blacks are super lucky


See how white South Africans built a working country with solid foundation for them?

Nigerians it is time we start a program to attract White people from Germany, Australia, Norway, etc into Nigeria to become citizens.


If we are able to get 5 million pure European whites to become naturalized Nigerians, believe me things will begin to turn around for Nigeria in few years to come.


We can amend our constitution to reserve some key positions for their best. Positions like:

Chief Justice of Nigeria
Inspector General of Police
INEC Chairman
President of Court of Appeals
Chief of Army Staff
Commissioner of Police
Chief of Justice of States
CBN Governor
Minister of Finance
Vice Chancellors of key federal and state universities

MartinCorridon:


All these "records" mean zilch.

At age 20, it's doubtful she can make any concrete contributions to the parliament.

25 years old, few years after first degree, maybe, but still not advisable.

30 - 40 years old is what i believe is the appropriate age for a youthful representative... tertiary education completed + some life experiences + young age (fresh perspectives)

franchasofficia:
What is the meaning of "inferior"? Who said Africans are inferior? This is where you blacks get it wrong.

I never said Africans are inferior.

In life, every human have his area of competitive advantage.

Some humans are good in high jump while others in long jump, another in football, others in weight lifting. Some are expert in boxing, others are in singing. While some are amazing dancers, etc, etc, that is how this works.


Glaring everyday evidences abound all over the world to prove that black people are not as gifted in certain areas of life as the white folks.

Blacks lack leadership skills when compared to whites. Yes some blacks may have exceptional leadership skills like the whites but it's not common among blacks, so we are looking at the majority, the dominant factor.


Whites are more gifted in science, technology and innovation than blacks. Remember, some blacks are also gifted in this area but they are few and not the majority when compared to whites.


I can go on and on, but we all know the truth that without white people, this world would have been unliveable for us, let's try and be honest and appreciate the truth.

Accepting your weakness is not a weakness but a greater form of intelligence and the number one step towards finding a working solution.

Knowing your weakness and refusing to accept it is one of the greatest form of foolishness and arrogance which can also be classified as senseless egocentrism.


Are blacks inferior to whites or any other race? NO! But white people do have some enviable traits we blacks lack and that is why they have been the race championing global innovation and advancement in virtually all fields of life, I cherish white people a lot.



I know I may still end up having a mixed breed child with a pure Caucasian woman, maybe because I so much love to whites for their innovation and advancement

Botragelad:
The wisdom of ageism!
Let me tell you, dear sage, your notion that a 20-year-old cannot contribute meaningfully to parliament is a hilarious relic of a bygone era. Youth is not synonymous with ignorance. In fact, research suggests that younger brains are more adaptable, and more innovative. But hey, who needs science when we have your expertise, right?

You then went ahead with your nonsense assertion that a few years after a first degree, maybe, just maybe, someone might be worthy of a seat at the table is condescending, to say the least. Do you know what someone with a fresh perspective, unjaded by the cynicism of age, can bring to the table?

And please, spare me the "life experiences" talk. As if the only valid experiences are those accumulated by wrinkling one's face and graying one's hair. What about the experiences of a young adult, grappling with the challenges of their generation? Are those not valid or valuable enough?

This arbitrary age brackets are nothing more than a flimsy excuse to dismiss the potential of an entire generation. I'll have you know, some of the most impactful contributions to history were made by individuals in their 20s. Need I remind you of Alexander the Great, Mary Shelley, or Steve Jobs?

So, no, every sane person won't be swayed by your patronizing views on youth and leadership. The truth is, age is not a determinant of wisdom, and it's time you folk stopped perpetuating that myth.

MartinCorridon:


All these "records" mean zilch.

At age 20, it's doubtful she can make any concrete contributions to the parliament.

25 years old, few years after first degree, maybe, but still not advisable.

30 - 40 years old is what i believe is the appropriate age for a youthful representative... tertiary education completed + some life experiences + young age (fresh perspectives)

MartinCorridon:


All these "records" mean zilch.

At age 20, it's doubtful she can make any concrete contributions to the parliament.

25 years old, few years after first degree, maybe, but still not advisable.

30 - 40 years old is what i believe is the appropriate age for a youthful representative... tertiary education completed + some life experiences + young age (fresh perspectives)

Botragelad:
The wisdom of ageism!
Let me tell you, dear sage, your notion that a 20-year-old cannot contribute meaningfully to parliament is a hilarious relic of a bygone era. Youth is not synonymous with ignorance. In fact, research suggests that younger brains are more adaptable, and more innovative. But hey, who needs science when we have your expertise, right?

You then went ahead with your nonsense assertion that a few years after a first degree, maybe, just maybe, someone might be worthy of a seat at the table is condescending, to say the least. Do you know what someone with a fresh perspective, unjaded by the cynicism of age, can bring to the table?

And please, spare me the "life experiences" talk. As if the only valid experiences are those accumulated by wrinkling one's face and graying one's hair. What about the experiences of a young adult, grappling with the challenges of their generation? Are those not valid or valuable enough?

This arbitrary age brackets are nothing more than a flimsy excuse to dismiss the potential of an entire generation. I'll have you know, some of the most impactful contributions to history were made by individuals in their 20s. Need I remind you of Alexander the Great, Mary Shelley, or Steve Jobs?

So, no, every sane person won't be swayed by your patronizing views on youth and leadership. The truth is, age is not a determinant of wisdom, and it's time you folk stopped perpetuating that myth.

MartinCorridon:


All these "records" mean zilch.

At age 20, it's doubtful she can make any concrete contributions to the parliament.

25 years old, few years after first degree, maybe, but still not advisable.

30 - 40 years old is what i believe is the appropriate age for a youthful representative... tertiary education completed + some life experiences + young age (fresh perspectives)

LegallyBlunt:
We will be dedicating you soon. You lack competent sense.

franchasofficia:
South African blacks are super lucky


See how white South Africans built a working country with solid foundation for them?

Nigerians it is time we start a program to attract White people from Germany, Australia, Norway, etc into Nigeria to become citizens.


If we are able to get 5 million pure European whites to become naturalized Nigerians, believe me things will begin to turn around for Nigeria in few years to come.


We can amend our constitution to reserve some key positions for their best. Positions like:

Chief Justice of Nigeria
Inspector General of Police
INEC Chairman
President of Court of Appeals
Chief of Army Staff
Commissioner of Police
Chief of Justice of States
CBN Governor
Minister of Finance
Vice Chancellors of key federal and state universities

MartinCorridon:


All these "records" mean zilch.

At age 20, it's doubtful she can make any concrete contributions to the parliament.

25 years old, few years after first degree, maybe, but still not advisable.

30 - 40 years old is what i believe is the appropriate age for a youthful representative... tertiary education completed + some life experiences + young age (fresh perspectives)

NOTE : my posts require a minimum level of intelligence. Please don't feel bad if you don't understand them.

MartinCorridon:
From your contributions here.... you probably graduated from a miracle center.

No offence.

Botragelad:
The wisdom of ageism!
Let me tell you, dear sage, your notion that a 20-year-old cannot contribute meaningfully to parliament is a hilarious relic of a bygone era. Youth is not synonymous with ignorance. In fact, research suggests that younger brains are more adaptable, and more innovative. But hey, who needs science when we have your expertise, right?

You then went ahead with your nonsense assertion that a few years after a first degree, maybe, just maybe, someone might be worthy of a seat at the table is condescending, to say the least. Do you know what someone with a fresh perspective, unjaded by the cynicism of age, can bring to the table?

And please, spare me the "life experiences" talk. As if the only valid experiences are those accumulated by wrinkling one's face and graying one's hair. What about the experiences of a young adult, grappling with the challenges of their generation? Are those not valid or valuable enough?

This arbitrary age brackets are nothing more than a flimsy excuse to dismiss the potential of an entire generation. I'll have you know, some of the most impactful contributions to history were made by individuals in their 20s. Need I remind you of Alexander the Great, Mary Shelley, or Steve Jobs?

So, no, every sane person won't be swayed by your patronizing views on youth and leadership. The truth is, age is not a determinant of wisdom, and it's time you folk stopped perpetuating that myth.

mrvitalis:
mrvitalis to his useless father
Well internet gives Nobodies opportunities to talk down on people they can't even look at in real life

Flame333:
At age 20 she had ideas, knowledge that she was able to use to convince our constituency to vote for her and they were okay with that not minding her age

franchasofficia:
South African blacks are super lucky


See how white South Africans built a working country with solid foundation for them?

Nigerians it is time we start a program to attract White people from Germany, Australia, Norway, etc into Nigeria to become citizens.


If we are able to get 5 million pure European whites to become naturalized Nigerians, believe me things will begin to turn around for Nigeria in few years to come.


We can amend our constitution to reserve some key positions for their best. Positions like:

Chief Justice of Nigeria
Inspector General of Police
INEC Chairman
President of Court of Appeals
Chief of Army Staff
Commissioner of Police
Chief of Justice of States
CBN Governor
Minister of Finance
Vice Chancellors of key federal and state universities

WannaHowzit:
The upcoming seventh democratic Parliament of South Africa is set to feature a broader spectrum of age groups among its representatives, as well as the youngest Member of Parliament (MPs) in South Africa’s democratic history.

This comes as female representation shows a slight decrease compared to the previous administration.

All eyes are now focused on the forthcoming make-up of the 400-seat National Assembly (NA), who according to chairperson of the Electoral Commission (IEC) Mosotho Moepya “reflect the choices, hopes, and aspirations of millions of citizens who exercised their democratic rights.”

Moepya revealed that the NA can expect a slightly younger average Parliamentary fleet compared to that seen in the sixth administration, with members ranging from 20 to the eldest at 76.

According to information provided by the IEC, the youngest incoming parliamentarian is Patriotic Alliance youth activist Cleo Wilskut, who turned 20 on 27 April.

Wilskut will follow in the footsteps of the ANC’s Itumeleng Ntsube, who, at 21, previously became South Africa’s youngest MP in 2019.

Notably, these young political leaders are debuting in parliament as some of the highest-paid individuals in the country, with MPs now earning over 100,000 rands a month (8-million naira) following president Cyril Ramaphosa’s approval to hike salaries by 2.5%.

This makes all MPs—young and old—top 3% earners in the country.

Looking broadly at the seventh National Assembly’s composition compared to that of South Africa’s population, the 20 to 29 age demographic has the largest discrepancies in representation, sporting a 3% NA makeup when the cohort is nearly 18% of South Africa’s total population.

South Africa's new MPs will be sworn in on Friday, 14 June.

Talks to form a Government of National Unity continue since the ruling ANC failed to garner an outright majority in the May 29 general elections.

I want to marry her

Botragelad:
The wisdom of ageism!
Let me tell you, dear sage, your notion that a 20-year-old cannot contribute meaningfully to parliament is a hilarious relic of a bygone era. Youth is not synonymous with ignorance. In fact, research suggests that younger brains are more adaptable, and more innovative. But hey, who needs science when we have your expertise, right?

You then went ahead with your nonsense assertion that a few years after a first degree, maybe, just maybe, someone might be worthy of a seat at the table is condescending, to say the least. Do you know what someone with a fresh perspective, unjaded by the cynicism of age, can bring to the table?

And please, spare me the "life experiences" talk. As if the only valid experiences are those accumulated by wrinkling one's face and graying one's hair. What about the experiences of a young adult, grappling with the challenges of their generation? Are those not valid or valuable enough?

This arbitrary age brackets are nothing more than a flimsy excuse to dismiss the potential of an entire generation. I'll have you know, some of the most impactful contributions to history were made by individuals in their 20s. Need I remind you of Alexander the Great, Mary Shelley, or Steve Jobs?

So, no, every sane person won't be swayed by your patronizing views on youth and leadership. The truth is, age is not a determinant of wisdom, and it's time you folk stopped perpetuating that myth.