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"666:" Symbolizing Life, Resilience, And Growth

“666:” Symbolizing Life, Resilience, And Growth

February 12, 2024 4:04 am

Rethinking the number “666” involves a significant paradigm shift from its deeply entrenched negative connotations, especially those anchored in Christian eschatology, where it is often depicted as “the mark of the beast.” This exploration seeks to illuminate an alternative perspective, proposing that 666 embodies a symbol of success, transformation, and a profound celebration of the intrinsic nature of carbon-based life, the very essence of human existence and all known life forms on our planet.

Traditionally, the number 666 has been associated with fear, superstition, and a wide array of negative imagery, deeply influencing cultural narratives and personal beliefs across various …

How Nigerian Politicians Loot Recklessly 'In God's Name'

How Nigerian Politicians Loot Recklessly ‘In God’s Name’

December 4, 2023 4:03 am

In Nigeria, a troubling trend has emerged among some political figures who exploit religious sentiments to mask corrupt practices. This article delves into how these politicians use the cloak of piety to justify or obscure their actions, often looting state resources while proclaiming their faith in God. This phenomenon reflects a complex interplay of religion, politics, and corruption in a country struggling with governance challenges.

The intricate interplay of religion and politics in Nigeria provides a fertile ground for this form of corruption. In a country where religious identity often intersects with political allegiance, some politicians have found a …

The Illusion Of Prosperity: Faith Vs. Human Flourishing

The Illusion Of Prosperity: Faith Vs. Human Flourishing

September 18, 2023 2:30 am

At the crossroads of tradition and faith, Africa finds itself enmeshed in a complex web of spirituality, economics, and cultural identity. As towering minarets and sprawling megachurches punctuate the skies across the continent, the narrative of spiritual abundance often overshadows an unsettling truth: the exponential rise in organised religion has both a cost and a consequence. Megachurches and grand mosques are not just edifices of faith; they are economic juggernauts that amass considerable wealth and social influence. Yet, their ascendance comes at a time when over 40% of Sub-Saharan Africans live below the poverty line, according to World Bank statistics. …

Organised Religion In Africa: A Masked Fraudulence

Organised Religion In Africa: A Masked Fraudulence

July 31, 2023 3:30 am

Africa, a land revered for its cultural richness and historical complexity, finds itself quietly ensnared in a financial paradox of epic proportions. From 2013 to 2022, a ten-year span, African countries have poured an astronomical $26.5 billion into religious pilgrimages, as revealed by the Pew Research Center. This startling expenditure starkly contrasts with the reality of 460 million Africans living below the poverty line, barely managing to afford basic necessities. The time has come to peel back the layers of organised religion in Africa, a seemingly untouchable institution that, upon closer scrutiny, appears as a carefully constructed façade of exploitation, …

Religious Bigotry Why El-Rufai Must Be Duly Prosecuted

Religious Bigotry: Why El-Rufai Must Be Duly Prosecuted

June 12, 2023 4:30 am

As fraudulent as organised religion is, it is clearly the bane of Nigeria’s journey to development. Rather than positively affecting the struggling country, it is one factor that has ensured that it has kept Nigeria stunted in every facet of development.

Since Nigeria became self-ruing, the country has remained a slave to organised religion. Armed with this knowledge, dubious politicians have mastered the wicked act of manipulating and weaponising the sentiments accruing from it to secure the sympathy of the people at every election cycle.

Due to the emotive conditioning of Nigerians, they have remained pawns in the hands of …

Africans Must Destroy Their Inferiority Complex

Africans Must Destroy Their Inferiority Complex

June 5, 2023 2:28 am

Sometimes, the captives get so used to captivity that they miss their chance to leave. Like victims of Stockholm syndrome, Africans cannot see themselves any other way except for the way their ‘white’ oppressors and abusers see them. Their belief is simple ‘White is right and black is wrong’ ‘White is perfect and black is flawed’.

But how did we get here? How did the inferiority complex eat so deeply into the system of Africans that they forget to look within or even around them to see the wonderful things that Africans have done and are still doing?

It all …

Don't Vote Along Religious Lines – Tinubu Urges Christians

Don’t Vote Along Religious Lines – Tinubu Urges Christians

October 24, 2022 6:04 am

Ahead of next year’s general election, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Ahmed Tinubu yesterday in Kano, called on the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) to eschew religious sentiment and vote for him in the 2023 presidential election, insisting that he is the best candidate to give Nigeria good leadership.

Tinubu made this known while speaking during an interface with CAN leadership in Kano led by the state chairman, Rev. Samuel Adeyemo.

Speaking at Africa House, Government House, Kano, the APC presidential candidate, reminded the Christian leaders that he is married to a pastor, insisting that …

Why 2023 Election Is A 'Big Deal' – Cardinal Okogie

Why 2023 Election Is A ‘Big Deal’ – Cardinal Okogie

October 14, 2022 7:27 am

In face of the challenges of worn-out public infrastructure, neglect of education and health care delivery, humongous cost of governance, youth restiveness, and abject poverty and misery on the increase, the Archbishop Emeritus of the Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos, Anthony Cardinal Okogie, has described the 2023 election as a big deal for the country.

In an article entitled which was obtained by Africa Daily News, New York: ‘2023: That Nigeria’s Tomorrow May be Alright,’ the former president of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), noted that Nigerians cannot afford to get it wrong even as he set an agenda …

Muslim-Muslim Ticket Nigeria Needs Experienced Leader - Gumi

Muslim-Muslim Ticket: Nigeria Needs Experienced Leader – Gumi

September 13, 2022 6:06 am

Kaduna-based controversial Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has described the Muslim-Muslim ticket as deceit, saying what Nigeria need is an experienced politician to lead it in the 2023 general election.

He advised that Nigerians should do away with ethnoreligious politics in this 21st century, and come together as one united people for the progress of the country.

In an interview on the forthcoming general election and the state of the nation, Gumi said there was nothing wrong with politicians contesting elections several times, seeking victory.

He warned that if an inexperienced politician is voted into power, he would find …

2023 Vote Beyond Religion, APC PWDs Pleads With Nigerians

2023: Vote Beyond Religion, APC PWDs Pleads With Nigerians

September 3, 2022 4:12 am

Members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) who identify as individuals with disabilities called on Nigerians on Friday not to be influenced by political parties that take advantage of religious cracks and a cloud of division to campaign in the 2023 general election.

This information was made known in a statement by Tolu Bankole, the national leader of the APC PWDs, following their monthly media discussion on Friday in Abuja.

According to Bankole, the country shouldn’t pass up the chance to support the APC’s tried-and-true candidates in the elections of 2023, who also noted that this was the most …

How Religion Affects The High Maternal Mortality In Africa

How Religion Affects The High Maternal Mortality In Africa

August 19, 2022 10:05 am
The insensitivity of most religious leaders on the issues of pregnancy and childbirth has greatly contributed to the high maternal mortality in Africa as most pastors and religious leaders ignorantly pray for their pregnant members to deliver like the Hebrew women while praying against cesarean section.
Some women go far as to hide their delivery method and lie while dedicating their babies to the church.
This has contributed to the total rejection of c-sections as a medical intervention during childbirth thereby leading to high maternal and neonatal mortality.
Today, we shared some life stories and events that show how religion
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Nigeria’s Problems Are Bigger Than Religion – Oshiomhole

Nigeria’s Problems Are Bigger Than Religion – Oshiomhole

August 5, 2022 2:58 am

As reactions continue to trail the Muslim-Muslim ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC), the former Chairman of the party, Mr. Adams Oshiomhole, has faulted criticism against the party stressing that Nigeria’s challenges are beyond religion.

Oshiomhole made this assertion when he spoke with newsmen in Abuja on Thursday, stressing that rather than talk about religion, Nigerians should discuss what each presidential candidate has for the country.

He also said that the criticism against the party’s ticket by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) was blackmail.

‘Those who are speaking and leading the campaign in the APC family, if they …

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