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IslamRe: Despite The Propaganda, Why Is Islam Still The Fastest Growing Religion? by xmasgift(op): 1:42am On Feb 07
Well, there's nothing anyone can do about someone who is bent on mischief. You have been corrected but remain adamant. I don't have to dwell on that.
Kobojunkie:
What I find in the Quran is the word mu'minun (believers), which we are told was later tweaked to the new word Muslim(one who submits) with a different meaning. 🥱🥱

Anyways, I am not a muslim, so I am not bound in any way to referring to you by what you prefer. I know you lot as Mohammedans(those who worship Mohammed). 🥱🥱🥱
IslamRe: Despite The Propaganda, Why Is Islam Still The Fastest Growing Religion? by xmasgift(op): 1:06am On Feb 07
For someone who claims to have read the Qur’an and Hadith, you surely haven't learnt one of the most basic words you should know, have you?
Kobojunkie:
Look up the meaning of the term in the dictionary if this is your first time seeing it. 🥱🥱
IslamRe: Despite The Propaganda, Why Is Islam Still The Fastest Growing Religion? by xmasgift(op): 12:19am On Feb 07
Nothing like that in Islam. A follower of the religion of Islam is a Muslim. I thought everyone knew that basic information.
Kobojunkie:
Followers of Mohammed are referred to as Mohammedans. 🥱🥱
IslamRe: Despite The Propaganda, Why Is Islam Still The Fastest Growing Religion? by xmasgift(op): 12:15am On Feb 07
Mohammedans? What's that?

Kobojunkie:
I have been reading the Quran and the Hadiths(including the Mishnah and the Talmud, given that the Quran quotes those books instead of the Torah and the Injeel), and I can tell you that Mohammedans don't trust their Quran or religious books as much as they claim. I wonder why.

Mohammedans claim the Quran is holy, but the moment elements from the Quran and associated Hadiths are posted for their review, they begin to argue against the contents as if to suggest that Mohammed's Allah made some sort of mistake or forgot what they were really going for as far as the true message. undecided
IslamDespite The Propaganda, Why Is Islam Still The Fastest Growing Religion? by xmasgift(op): 11:59pm On Feb 06
On one side, there’s constant negative framing of Islam in media and online spaces: cherry-picked events, bad actors treated as representatives, fear-based narratives, and outright misinformation. That stuff sticks because outrage travels faster than context.
On the other side, that same noise actually pushes some people to look deeper. When people slow down and read the Qur’an, talk to Muslims they trust, or study Islamic history and ethics, many realize the caricature doesn’t match the reality. Curiosity kicks in. For some, that curiosity turns into genuine conviction.
A few things can be true at the same time:
Some people want Islam to look dangerous or backward. Media incentives reward sensationalism over accuracy.
Islam emphasizes discipline, meaning, community, and purpose, things a lot of people feel are missing. When people investigate for themselves, propaganda loses power. History shows this pattern a lot: the more something is attacked, the more scrutiny it gets and scrutiny doesn’t always help the attackers.
Why Islam gets so much hostility:
A few forces stack on top of each other:
1. It refuses to assimilate quietly
Islam isn’t just a private belief system; it shapes daily life—prayer, diet, modesty, finance, family. Secular societies are fine with religions that stay symbolic. Islam doesn’t do “background mode,” and that makes power structures uncomfortable.
2. Colonial hangover + geopolitics
A lot of today’s narratives are leftovers from colonial eras, later reinforced by modern wars and global politics. When states need public support for conflict, it’s convenient to flatten an entire religion into a villain.
3. Bad actors + lazy framing
Every group has extremists. Islam is one of the only religions where extremists are routinely framed as representative. One crime → entire faith questioned. That double standard is doing a lot of work.
4. Islam critiques the system Islam challenges:
- unchecked materialism
- interest-based economies
- sexual commodification
- moral relativism
When a belief system says “not everything you desire is good for you,” people who benefit from the opposite narrative push back hard.
Why people still keep converting
This part is actually fascinating.
1. Clarity in a confused world
Islam is very clear about:
who God is
why you’re here
what’s right and wrong
what responsibility looks like
For people drowning in “everything is subjective,” that clarity feels like oxygen.
2. Direct relationship with God
No intermediaries. No inherited guilt. No mystery Trinity math. Just you and Allah. That simplicity hits hard for a lot of seekers.
3. Discipline = freedom (paradoxically)
Prayer, fasting, limits—on paper it looks restrictive. In practice, many converts say it gives them structure, peace, and self-respect they didn’t have before.
4. Community that actually shows up
Mosques, charity, shared rituals. Especially in individualistic societies, that sense of belonging is powerful.
5. Propaganda backfires When people are told “don’t look there”, some inevitably do. And once they read the Qur’an themselves, the cartoon villain falls apart.
The irony
The loudest critics often know Islam only through headlines.
Many converts come in hostile, skeptical, even Islamophobic—and convert because they checked the sources themselves.
So yeah:
People try hard to give Islam a bad name.
And somehow, it keeps spreading anyway.
Foreign AffairsRe: Trump Deletes Controversial Video Depicting Obamas As Monkeys by xmasgift: 11:52pm On Feb 06
IQ? Hmmmm....0. Na people like this propaganda dey catch. Just put it on TV or social media and watch their sponge-brain soak it all up and regurgitate.
Freshandfitpod:
I don't need to go there I have seen it on television it's a shithole
PoliticsRe: Tinubu Launches National Halal Economy Strategy To Tap Global Market by xmasgift: 11:38pm On Feb 06
You lot were born to complain. It's in your DNA.
Freshandfitpod:
And it even a partnership with Turkey one of the world sponsors of terrorism world wide.
SportsRe: Cristiano Ronaldo Warned By Saudi Pro League Over Transfer Protest by xmasgift: 11:34pm On Feb 06
I would be traumatized too if I had to follow the bandwagon of ignorance.
Freshandfitpod:
islam have caused a lost of trauma to people reason people react this way.
Foreign AffairsRe: In 4 Minutes, Israelis Descended the Hills & Burned Down Palestine Village by xmasgift: 11:18pm On Feb 06
Is comprehension difficult for you or you just choose to be obtuse?
LagosOrigin:
The people bringing the country to disrepute are Islamic terrorists and the wicked souls on nairaland sympathisings with them.

In one one day, the Islamic terrorists massacred 162 people . We should clap for them and not condemn there acts according to you right ??

I supposed swearr for you but I'm civilized .
Christianity EtcRe: Re: Are Muslims Allowed To Eat Christmas Food? by xmasgift: 9:57pm On Feb 06
Religious innovation (Bida'h) is frowned upon and not encouraged by any means. You cannot add or remove from the religion because it favors or doesn't favour you or because there's a different trend so you want to go with the flow. Knowledge seeking that helps improve self and society is encouraged. Islam has nothing against technological innovation and creativity.
Example: Obligatory prayers for Muslims is 5 times a day and at specific times and manner. No one can say the prayer is now 3 times a day or 6 times or alter the recitations. These are the types innovations that are haram.
That is why Muslims world over of different races and languages can pray together in congregation without any confusion.

NaijaCowFarm:
Muslims are operating 13th-century laws as such should avoid modern-day technologies.
Islam HATES innovation and technology is HARAM!!!
They are not expected to use the following:
X or Twitter - Owners are non-muslims
Phones - Makers are Christians and non-muslims
Cars - Except mules, horses and camels
Guns - Except bow and arrows
Foreign AffairsRe: Trump Deletes Controversial Video Depicting Obamas As Monkeys by xmasgift: 9:33pm On Feb 06
Have you been living under a rock? What is so unexpected? He's staying true to character. A leopard never changes its spots.
datola:
Wow! So disappointing of a man of his status
Foreign AffairsRe: Trump Deletes Controversial Video Depicting Obamas As Monkeys by xmasgift: 9:31pm On Feb 06
Just goes to show the kind of people they are. I mean, what more would you expect from anyone who gets excited whenever there is negative news about their country?
dermmy:
The hero of many Nigerians. undecided undecided
Shame on anyone who supports and adore this man.
Foreign AffairsRe: In 4 Minutes, Israelis Descended the Hills & Burned Down Palestine Village by xmasgift: 9:24pm On Feb 06
Which one should we condemn? The one lobbyists were paid to help push some irredeemable people's agenda? Quite interestingly, people hope to sustain the claims because they're using it to seek asylum abroad and ofcourse hope those lies would destabilise the country.
God pass una. Na disgrace una go always see. Nigeria would be stronger than ever.
Any individual or group, male or female, young or old, Muslim, Christian, Traditionalist, atheist, agnostic, etc that wishes to bring this country to disrepute shall be disgraced.
LagosOrigin:
How about you start condemning the ongoing genocide on Nigeria Christians by Islamic terorists before talking about what happens in the middle east which is self inflicted.
PoliticsRe: This Is The Worst Opposition In The History Of This Country - Morris Monye by xmasgift: 9:08pm On Feb 06
I am sincerely ashamed of those who keep screaming that agents have been engaged to destroy opposition parties. I never heard the CPC, ACN, or APC make such childish complaints. Do you realize how weak this makes the present crop of opposition look?
Politics, like life, does not reward whining. When things don’t go your way, you restrategize. You build alliances around a common goal. Something has to give, there is only one presidential slot but when no one is willing to step down for the other, infighting begins, and suddenly the blame is shifted outward.
Instead of looking for imaginary enemies, why not look inward and confront the root causes of these recurring internal feuds?
BAT stood in opposition against one of the most unforgiving political forces imaginable, yet he never went crying like a baby. He stayed focused, kept building formidable alliances, opened up Lagos through infrastructure, and worked patiently toward a common objective. Love him or hæte him, one thing is undeniable: he is a master strategist.

Olu1000:
I was very sure a BATIFIED halfwit will quickly insult Obi.How is Obi your problem? Let your former drug dealer President focus on his job and leave Obi alone.Why worry about the opposition? You have already used your agents to destroy opposition parties, so worry about your rudderless government! Agbaya
PoliticsRe: This Is The Worst Opposition In The History Of This Country - Morris Monye by xmasgift: 8:45pm On Feb 06
How is he stifling them? Is he meant to teach them basic politics? If they're not seasoned enough to get their acts together, how is that his fault?
Fiscus105:
Why Jonathan allowed opposition to thrive, the tyrant on the throne chocking opposition to submission and continue shrinking.

Using all state apparatus to stiff them, yet he claimed to be thorough bred democratic.
PoliticsRe: Trump Recognises Remi Tinubu At National Prayer Breakfast (Video) by xmasgift: 9:08pm On Feb 05
They'll give the poster a big towel or bedsheets. Handkerchief isnt big enough for the job. Hahahha.
amaridigital:
Kpele, can someone help with big handkerchief pls?
PoliticsRe: Trump Recognises Remi Tinubu At National Prayer Breakfast (Video) by xmasgift: 9:06pm On Feb 05
Lie that you wouldn't like to be acquired by the US. Lol. Isn’t that what those badmouthing the country and hoping for? Trump should forget Greenland, We have more resources. Lol. Wo, the unpatriotic hâters of Nigeria never see anything yet. Nigeria will emerge triumphant. They'll swallow their words.
Helpfromabove1:
There is a game going on in the dark between Tinubu and trump

I hope Tinubu never give the whole Nigeria to trump

For trump to suddenly they honor Tinubu family member something is going on

Hope Tinubu never sign all of us give trump
PoliticsRe: Genocide On Christians: US Congress Urges Stricter Action by xmasgift: 5:38pm On Feb 05
Comprehension is extremely difficult for the ignorant. Stop writing, you keep exposing your stewpideety.
Freedom4us:
God bless you for this, that hatred speaks volumes.

They will tell you when it suits them that Jews, Christians & Moslems worship the same God.
Yet Moslems have it as a duty to kill the Jews and the Christians.

Another surah explains that allah does not mean God but a name for the islamic god.

In Surah 4:171 they say "Allah is only One God." NOT "Allah is only One Allah."

Surah 4:171
O People of the Scripture, do not commit excess in your religion or say about Allah except the truth.
The Messiah, Jesus, the son of Mary, was but a messenger of Allah and His word
which He directed to Mary and a soul [created at a command] from Him.
So believe in Allah and His messengers.
And do not say, “Three”; desist – it is better for you. Indeed, Allah is but one God.
Exalted is He above having a son. To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth.


If allah means God, than why not say "Allah is only One Allah.", instead of "Allah is only one God"?

They cant say that becos allah does not mean God but a name of the god of islam,
which is not the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.

Hence Allah is NOT God
PoliticsRe: Christian Genocide: US Congress Panel Holds New Session Today by xmasgift: 5:20pm On Feb 04
Nigeria is an unbelievably special country. She shall always prevail, and her enemies shall always be put to shame. Ignominy will befall all those citizens and collaborators alike who exploit the nation’s insecurity to advance selfish agendas. They will yet witness Nigeria rise, triumphant again and again and again..
Mark my words, despite all the treachery and deception, Nigeria would keep standing strong, solid, undeterred like the Iroko tree.
CyynthiaKiss:
https://punchng.com/genocide-accusations-us-congress-panels-hold-new-session-on-nigeria-today/?fbclid=IwZnRzaAPvvLBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe_z73uiPT0Sq4G4h7wOz0X-khcdKB6v6KIOWrX0jrSBBi6OrUoxGQ_MMANjE_aem_I2Wg8roepM1frSocEM1gDQ
PoliticsRe: US Set To Deport 79 Nigerians On ‘Worst-Of-The-Worst’ Criminal List by xmasgift: 6:17pm On Feb 03
How about parents training their children and adults behaving like responsible human beings? Wetin concern Madam Abike with people who have wilfully chosen to be stûpeed.
kolafolabi:
Beyond the individual cases, this development could affect Nigeria’s image internationally and highlight the need for better monitoring of citizens abroad. Abike Dabiri, as Chairperson of the Nigerian Diaspora Commission, should ensure programs are in place to reintegrate returning citizens, provide guidance, and promote responsible behavior among Nigerians living overseas. It serves as a reminder that personal actions can have broad diplomatic and social consequences.
TravelRe: Pictures Of Nigerians Arrested By ICE In USA by xmasgift: 8:18pm On Feb 02
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TravelRe: Pictures Of Nigerians Arrested By ICE In USA by xmasgift: 8:17pm On Feb 02
xmasgift:
These guys names were miraculously omitted. I've helped you include them.

TravelRe: Pictures Of Nigerians Arrested By ICE In USA by xmasgift: 7:11pm On Feb 02
These guys names were miraculously omitted. I've helped you include them.
LadyLegalEagle:
The iCE website lists these are The Worst of the Worst.
Here are few pictures out of many recently arrested by ICE. More photos of those arrested can be viewed on the linked ICE website:

https://www.dhs.gov/wow?combine=&field_country_of_origin_target_id=12290&field_state_value=All&page=0

PoliticsRe: IPOB Bans Emma Powerful, Goes Fully Official by xmasgift: 11:34am On Feb 01
Nothing is as pathetic as a people who always lie to themselves. The first step to finding a solution is realising that there is a problem. Someday, you guys would be humble enough to accept your mistakes and make the necessary amendments. Only then, would your land become habitable by your own people, as well as attract investors for development.
Stop cutting your nose to spite your face.
Mrexcell:
Deny all you want but the facts on ground don't lie everyone already knows the events that led to the insecurity in the south east immediately after buhari took over. Buhari was the one that started it all when he used derogatory words to describe the south east region words like five percent and a dot in a circle can easily still be remembered. He gave his fulaniherdsmen brothers a free hand to massacre igbos and ravaged igboland as they like without any major challenge from nigeria's security agents he even went further to order a full military deployment to igboland
after nmk organised igbo youths to protect igboland from fulani jih.adists that are masquerading as herdsmen something the apc led federal govt has completely failed to do.
PoliticsRe: IPOB Bans Emma Powerful, Goes Fully Official by xmasgift: 8:36am On Feb 01
Lies! You guys wanted to cause chaos in your land because you thought in your usual myopic thinking that it was going to destabilise Buhari's govt. However, it backfired and the monster you were feeding grew out of control and started to devour you in the name of ipob, esn, ugm.
You guys would learn the hard way that nothing good comes from håte and dəstruction.
Mrexcell:
It was actually apc and buhari's that destabilised igboland the whole south east used to be the most peaceful region in nigeria before the coming of the apc in 2015.
PoliticsRe: IPOB Bans Emma Powerful, Goes Fully Official by xmasgift: 8:30am On Feb 01
These statements make me feel so sorry for you guys. You never search inwards to find the root cause of your problems as well as a lasting solution. Rather, you chest beat with ignorance and arrogance, blaming others for the woes you brought upon yourselves. Accountability is something you lots have never and would never learn. Quit the blame game!
Guyman02:
The reality is that the current IPOB statements looks like something packaged by APC and many Igbos are not deceived by all these desperate press statements on Lagos Ibadan media
CelebritiesRe: Burger King: SA Tiktoker Creates Meme Mocking Nigerians As 'beggar Kings - PHOTO by xmasgift: 8:49pm On Jan 28
I agree. I blame those who left their impoverished lands to make a mess of Lagos.
Zonefree:
The troll is well-deserved.

Lagos and it's people have brought disgrace to Nigeria.
Foreign AffairsRe: Iran FM Lists Mayhem Of Recent Terrorist Operation In Iran In Reply To US V.P by xmasgift: 7:51pm On Jan 28
Most people aren't knowledgeable and need to read more and rely less on mainstream media for information.
muyico:
So Iran as Muslim nation, gat churches??
TravelRe: U.S Airplane Crashes While Taking Off, Killing 7 Aboard (Photos) by xmasgift: 9:15pm On Jan 26
Oh, so you now know human error exists because it's not Nigeria, right? How convenient!
I don't understand how a group of people can h@tɛ themselves so much. Perhaps low self-esteem?
Lzkdy:
The weather is not friendly at the moment, therefore, they should suspend flights.

What happened is human error
PoliticsRe: I’m Grateful To The Govt. Of Nigeria For Partnering With US - US Rep Riley Moore by xmasgift: 6:53pm On Jan 26
You've just stated what you wish for yourself and I hope you receive it in full.
simply22:
I didn't curse anybody out in my writing. I only mentioned what I know for a fact. If this is your response to what I wrote, I send it back to you. The blood of those victims who were murdered for no reason, will not let you know peace, and you will continue to shed tears for so long as you walk the face of the earth.

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