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Education / Re: I Beg To Differ: Is Debating A Dead Culture In Nigerian Schools? by tolajay: 12:47pm On Mar 24, 2022 |
Interesting to read of your experience and interest in resuscitating the debating culture. Depending on the amount of resources you're willing to commit to the cause, you reach out to a local school in your community or bigger level like radio stations. I presume there are NGOs who are involved in organising public speaking and debating in schools as well. Well done! DoctorOlasDesk: |
Family / Is The Debating Culture Dead In Nigerian Schools? by tolajay: 12:41pm On Mar 24, 2022 |
Growing up, participating and attending debates were a norm, right from the primary school. I recall the day I blanked out at the Local Government Secretariat with the LG Chairman in attendance. I goofed big time, but I'm better off today. grin grin (You sef share your experiences below). From the nomination process to the preparation, preliminary rounds, local governments rounds and state levels, school debates were always moments to expect and explore. However, over the past 20 years, I haven't noticed much of such socio-academic activity. I had concluded that the debate culture in primary and secondary schools (perhaps nationally) had died in the country. But guess what! This month - March 2022 - has been intriguing with a good line-up of student debates. Thanks to Nigeria Info Lagos, Paystack, Printivo, RLG, Obywezy and other partners I can't remember. shocked NB: This is NOT a promotional piece. I don't know any of the organisers nor partners. But I think it's noteworthy to mention them, cos without their support the show would not be aired. I have been wowed by the display of intellectual sagacity and eloquence by a crop of Secondary School students in Lagos who have been participating in the 'I Beg To Differ' debate challenge on Nigerian Info, Lagos. Some have been exceptionally starling, while others tried to get along. In all, I am wowed by their foundation and what they can individually achieve in life given their mental state. Do you think the culture of debate is dying or already dead in Nigeria? What can be done to resuscitate this important culture for social development? Lalasticlala Mynd44 Dominique OAM4J Fynestboi Richiez olawalebabs 1 Like |
Romance / Re: Couple Take Pre-Wedding Photos On BRT Bus, Said Their Love Started There (Pix) by tolajay: 12:34pm On Mar 24, 2022 |
" YES! There are wrong decisions. People make those decisions, and live the consequences. All the realities you see around you today (good or bad) are a product of people's decisions - right or wrong. The OP has rightfully analysed his situation to know he missed that opportunity. That is the first path to correcting the wrong decision if presented with such opportunity again. For your friend who's regretting relocating to Canada, you can simply ask if he had all the legit documents, right character, skill and frame of mind. His would be 1-in-100 cases unlike Nigeria. The probability of succeeding in a developed country is way higher than what's obtainable in Nigeria: no basic social amenities, infrastructure, systems, laws and policies. And you're comparing Canada to Nigeria. Yes, Canada and other developed countries aren't the best we can have, but they are better than Nigeria. Blablamalala: 2 Likes |
Education / I Beg To Differ: Is Debating A Dead Culture In Nigerian Schools? by tolajay: 11:46am On Mar 24, 2022 |
Growing up, participating and attending debates were a norm, right from the primary school. I recall the day I blanked out at the Local Government Secretariat with the LG Chairman in attendance. I goofed big time, but I'm better off today. (You sef share your experiences below). From the nomination process to the preparation, preliminary rounds, local governments rounds and state levels, school debates were always moments to expect and explore. However, over the past 20 years, I haven't noticed much of such socio-academic activity. I had concluded that the debate culture in primary and secondary schools (perhaps nationally) had died in the country. But guess what! This month - March 2022 - has been intriguing with a good line-up of student debates. Thanks to Nigeria Info Lagos, Paystack, Printivo, RLG, Obywezy and other partners I can't remember. NB: This is NOT a promotional piece. I don't know any of the organisers nor partners. But I think it's noteworthy to mention them, cos without their support the show would not be aired. I have been wowed by the display of intellectual sagacity and eloquence by a crop of Secondary School students in Lagos who have been participating in the 'I Beg To Differ' debate challenge on Nigerian Info, Lagos. Some have been exceptionally starling, while others tried to get along. In all, I am wowed by their foundation and what they can individually achieve in life given their mental state. Do you think the culture of debate is dying or already dead in Nigeria? What can be done to resuscitate this important culture for social development? Cc Lalasticlala mynd.44 |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by tolajay: 2:35pm On Mar 19, 2022 |
Let's not mix up the issues: Outsourcing isn't plagiarism. May I ask you; Are all outsourced work plagiarised? Are all plagiarised work outsourced? Is it possible to outsource and be fully prepared to defend same? I have no support fibre for plagiarism but outsourcing a project/assignment for whatever reason isn't out place, in as much as you can follow through on the process, review and defend your outcome. claremont: 2 Likes 1 Share |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by tolajay: 2:29pm On Mar 19, 2022 |
First, revert to the primary conversation to understand the context of my comment. Secondly, read through the line and realise that I simply use outsourcing as a example. If monitoring and evaluation isn't necessary, even the school/lecturer wouldn't have detected the plagiarism. Yes, plagiarism is wrong but to play the devil's advocate: do you think everyone who graduated from school did their assignments and projects themselves - both in the developed and developing countries? We can establish the morality or otherwise of outsoucing assignment, but has and would it change anything? LagosismyHome: canadaishome: Santa2: 1 Like 1 Share |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by tolajay: 1:07am On Mar 19, 2022 |
There's nothing wrong with outsourcing. It's more like delegation, however, one must supervise/review the process/outcome. Your brother's friend is super lazy. The least he could have done was to check for plagiarism and errors. Endlessgrace: |
Travel / Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 7 by tolajay: 11:19am On Mar 16, 2022 |
Not really. It's a case of misunderstanding. The lead paragraph confirms it. And generally, mainstream media aren't encouraged to bait or sensationalise news content. Mannymanny: |
Travel / Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 7 by tolajay: 9:48pm On Mar 15, 2022 |
So untrue...UK has only suspended priority visas. This is another spotlight on quack journalism in Nigeria. The reporter and editor are bereft of comprehension. The official press release headline clearly used the word "priority", but reporter chose to aggravate public tension by implying the suspension of the whole visa scheme. One really has to be careful of the information one consumes. Journalism in Nigeria has gone to the dogs. anayolity: 12 Likes 1 Share |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by tolajay: 11:10am On Mar 08, 2022 |
"Everyone"? You inclusive? Sweeping generalisation isn't apt for a country of over 150million youths. humblemoi: 1 Like |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by tolajay: 9:52pm On Mar 07, 2022 |
Truly, you're a "young" man. Lexusgs430: 10 Likes |
Travel / Re: Accessing Nigerian Bank Funds While UK Based by tolajay: 8:47pm On Mar 06, 2022 |
Yes! I'll suggest you speak to your account officer or bank for their advice. lucky987: |
Travel / Re: ILR Application (SET M) by tolajay: 9:21pm On Mar 04, 2022 |
Congratulations, everyone. It gets better with time. 1 Like |
Travel / Re: Accessing Nigerian Bank Funds While UK Based by tolajay: 8:56pm On Mar 04, 2022 |
Do you have the mobile app of your bank on your phone and can you access it? If yes, then you're clicks away from exchanging your Naira to Pounds. Contact Omopapa or Lexusgs430. They are tested and trusted with exchanges. You'll send the Naira to their Naira account and they'll credit your UK Account with the equivalent pounds, after you two must have agreed on a price. If you need further assistance on living in the UK as a Nigerian, then follow this thread: https://www.nairaland.com/6719932/living-uk-life-immigrant-part-2/297 Best wishes. lucky987: |
Travel / Re: The Adventures Of A New UK Migrant by tolajay: 11:07pm On Mar 02, 2022 |
You're a lovely story teller. I hope you're doing well anywhere you are right. We never see your break light in years. LMay: 1 Like |
Travel / Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 7 by tolajay: 2:48pm On Mar 02, 2022 |
It matters nothing. Since she didn't change her last name after wedding, then you maintain the status quo. Just have supporting documents that you are both married and in a relationship. Inyas2015: |
Health / Re: 6 Pack In 6 Months? by tolajay: 8:27pm On Feb 21, 2022 |
Interesting intro. Was looking out for the updates, but no where to be found. It's 2022, what's your current weight and how are your packs? pappilo: |
Foreign Affairs / Re: Storm Eunice: Four dead and others injured as 120mph winds batter UK (Pics, Vid) by tolajay: 10:42pm On Feb 19, 2022 |
What is the relevance of your biblical references to this disaster? Content without context is contaminated. Righteousness2: |
Travel / Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 7 by tolajay: 3:47pm On Feb 14, 2022 |
Your vituperation reveals so much of who you are: an uncivil, uncouth fellow. Your sense of assumption (lowest form of knowledge) is grossly disturbing. You think you know, but your ignorance is glaring even from your writing pattern. To help your curiosity, I'm not a student neither did I emigrate through the study route. Bring your evidence to prove otherwise. On a final note, I'm not sure why you're so pained by an issue I didn't quote you on, perhaps, you're a culprit. I won't dignify you any further with a response. You and your lot can live your lives any how you deem best. Peace! sweetoma: 3 Likes |
Travel / Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 7 by tolajay: 11:18am On Feb 14, 2022 |
Hello, Sorry, I'm unable to see and reply. I can't access the email account. You can create a thread and mention me with the issue. You can also use a dead thread. Thanks Cc goify1 joerem1: |
Travel / Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 7 by tolajay: 9:34pm On Feb 13, 2022 |
Your points are valid and a corroboration of my position; For every Nigerian, exploration is essential to survival, right now. My worry is simply about those who really don't calculate the full cost of such migration but hop in with scanty or no information/funds. It's unreasonable to start what one can't finish, or even finish and then realise its uselessness. You can follow the trail of my response to be sure of how this conversation has evolved. My position: some Nigerians are better off in Nigeria or any other country than travelling to the UK for Studies, only to realise they've wasted time and resources. I see a couple of fund-raising mission for Nigerians to go study courses like Business Admin/International Relations...in the UK, and I laugh about the market viability of such courses. However, some of them think going out for studies is the way to leave and never return but it's not as simple as that. Many are acting out of fear, desperation and ignorance. Check data: what's the retainership level of Africans students in the UK? How many of them eventually get sponspored, ILR and all? Yes, optimism is good. But optimism without realistic projection is sheer self-deceit. Best wishes! ensamy: 7 Likes 2 Shares |
Travel / Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 7 by tolajay: 9:23pm On Feb 13, 2022 |
I am unsure what your grouse is, but you've evidently become too emotional about a logical issue. First, my comment wasn't an attack on anyone but a sympathetic analysis of some Nigerians' plight who think luck and insha is all they'll need to function in a structured society like the UK. Let me ask you, have you seen or heard many Nigerian students stranded abroad because they didn't do their due diligence before leaving but were simply optimistic that anyhow anyhow dem go survive? Well, I see and hear it everyday. Shy away from it for all you want, it doesn't change the obvious truth. There are consequences for every action and inaction. Another angle: do you know the number of UK-schooled Nigerians who returned home with/to almost nothing? Well, I know, see and hear this a lot. Most of them would have been better off if they stayed and invested those money in themselves back home...Sad truth! Just last week, a Nigerian student was all over the internet seeking accommodation. Someone had to warn him because he was flaunting a major immigration declaration on accommodation. Also, did you hear of Nigerian who couldn't his tuition after nine months, and the school asked him to withdraw and reported to the home office? May I ask what assistance you've given to these ones? See, you may not like facing the truth, it still doesn't change the truth. Your sense of entitlement and worldview is grossly abashed by the Nigerian society. You need to reshape. Lastly, how did you conclude that we are on the same pedestal because of a couple of post on a faceless forum? Gullibility is no excuse for underachievement. You really need to expand your mental scope. I wish you the best...Tap me when you're in the UK. sweetoma: 5 Likes |
Travel / Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 7 by tolajay: 5:25am On Feb 13, 2022 |
Higher education is really expensive in developed countries. Most natives don't even attend because of their inability to pay the high fees. I'm in constant awe of how much Nigerians spend to school in the UK. Yet, many say they're poor. Unfortunately, many of our people running there do not have the resources to comfortably pull through. No clear plans for their future but simply want to travel. Sadly, schooling isn't the best pathway to relocating to a country like UK. The most disturbing one are those who move their entire family to the UK for their 18 months course, howbeit, they do not have the resouces to take care of them. Na God go help us for Naija ooo. toyolax: 2 Likes |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by tolajay: 4:59am On Feb 13, 2022 |
Greetings, house. Please, I need IT industry-insight on the following career moves to function effectively in the UK. 1. Is Scrum (CSM) a good market-entry certification/skill to have in the UK? 2. Which of the Business Analysis certification is more recognised in the UK: BCS or CBAP (IIBA)? 3. Is it worth it to take the British Computer Society (BCS) HEQ IT Certification exam? Switching from an art/humanity background to IT. Thanks. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Travel / Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 7 by tolajay: 3:41pm On Feb 10, 2022 |
Hmmm! Would your worry eventually result in the upload? Just relax...Don't panic. Max, they will contact you to request for the doc. Raheemot: |
Travel / Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by tolajay: 6:04pm On Feb 08, 2022 |
Welcome. But I'm almost certain you won't get a family space for your budget. sweetoma: |
Car Talk / Re: Which Filling Station Sells Good Petrol In Your Area? by tolajay: 5:59pm On Feb 08, 2022 |
Kai...Kpele. Exactly what I'm trying to avoid. You can trade off the old ones since they were not exactly faulty. Larwin: |
Car Talk / Re: Which Filling Station Sells Good Petrol In Your Area? by tolajay: 5:57pm On Feb 08, 2022 |
I've decided not to buy till the brouhaha clears. I'm optimistic that two persons in my circle will gift confirm fuel sha...They manage filling stations. Till then, i ain't risking my car and gadgets. 1 Like |
Politics / Re: Is Fuel Scarcity Returning To Lagos? (Photos) by tolajay: 4:07pm On Feb 08, 2022 |
Politics / Re: Be Careful Of The Fuel, You Buy In Lagos by tolajay: 3:55pm On Feb 08, 2022 |
Na wah ooo. I'm not buying any fuel till this madness is over. Can't risk damaging my car and other gadgets cos of negligence and corruption. Ehailing and okada will suffice for now. |
Travel / Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 7 by tolajay: 11:10pm On Jan 31, 2022 |
Nope! It'sa direct flight to the UK. PCR isn't required for Virgin Atlantic and British Airways. BolaT53: |
Travel / Re: Uk Student Visa/tier 4 Pbs - Your Questions Answered Part 7 by tolajay: 10:48pm On Jan 31, 2022 |
1. Yes, your spouse can apply for dependent visa. 2. You need to be ready/committed to honouring the terms of the scholarship/contract. Be prepared to return at the completion of your course as agreed. There are a couple of ways to go around it, though; 1. Let your spouse get a Tier 2-sponsored job while in the UK. Then he changes from Tier 4 dependent visa to Tier 2 holder, then you can apply as his/her Tier-2 dependent upon the completion of your course. 2. You can return home then apply for Tier 2-sponsored jobs from here...Since you're pretty sure you'll get a job with your certification. Best. TheLasyBuddha: |
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