Show Kindness It took me about three weeks before he finally agreed to our meeting. For the sake of professional courtesy and my persistence, he decided to grant me an audience. I didn't want to give up easily. Everyone has been beaten hard this 2020 and personally, this meant a lot to me and I didn't want to lose it, so I was ready to try everything humanly possible. My meeting with him was for 11:00am but by 10:15am, I was already waiting in the reception area. I anxiously…
Experience As a child growing up, my civil servant mum made sure a lot of things followed a particular routine and that included early morning devotion by 5:00am before she leaves for morning mass. The issue here was getting me to sleep early. Since I became conscious as a human, I have remained a night crawler, going to bed really late and waking up early. I still get to function well with minimal sleep but my elder sister is always on my neck till date. She keeps telling…
What a friend This guy is nice. We became friends because of his funny and easy going nature. The ladies love him, and he loves a lot of them too. My friend has introduced three different ladies to me as his girlfriend within a space of two months. I asked him why. "Son of Nebu, we need to keep the engine running from all angles. Do you care for one babe? I can arrange for you." "No thanks." "Beck Beck, my cool and shy guy." I laughed real hard. If only he knew how I run…
About last weekend The freezer became empty during the weekend and I wanted to cook, but pressing matters in the polity kept me busy. So that evening/night, I decided to cook and restock for some days, because I don't have strength to cook much this period. So I prepared; 2 pots of soup, 1 pot of turkey, 1 pot of white rice, 1 big pot of stew and 1 pot of beans. Frying plantain would be easier for me or I can leave Lightyboo to take care of that. I know I enjoy cooking, but…
Be helpful “I met the boy in black few months ago when he arrived here in Lagos. He often wore his traditional clothes to come out here and search for menial jobs to do. I liked him and took pity on him, so I bought this black polo and a jean for him. I sell memory cards of different sizes and I’m saving my money. We have become good friends and I am helping him to settle in well into the city. If anyone in this area comes around to intimidate him, I tell them to leave him…
Why I supported Trump in 2015 There has been claims and counter-claims in a lot of quarters as to why Donald J. Trump was the worst of two bad choices for Americans. While some believe Americans were outrightly stupid for voting Trump, some others believe he was a better option to Hillary. I was of the opinion that with Trump and Clinton on the cards, Americans were sandwiched between the devil and the deep blue sea. But I preferred Trump all the same! People thought I was…
Tales of Nigeria parenting "I want to be a policeman!!!' he said gleefully" "Eh! Ha! Policeman ke? Yeh! Mo daran!" "You had better shut your mouth there, before I shut it for you !" Let's call him Sean. "Jesu! Ori awon ota mi buru" 🙆 Sean ki lon so lenu e yi" ( Jesus!, my enemies must suffer, Sean what are you saying from your mouth?) "Can't you hear all the things your mate's are saying?? Doctor, lawyer, engineer, chef, e.t.c" Other onlookers were looking at the mother's…
Life in Lagos Nigeria I thank for God for his blessings and I believe this testimony my friend shared with me awhile ago can be put to writing here. 💚 An older friend of mine invited me for lunch. He is always edified by the way I share my real life experiences. So he wanted to let me in on a little of his personal journey and testimony of God's goodness. This man wasn't born with any spoon, so don't worry about silver. When he first came to Lagos, he lived in a one bedroom…
Managing Emotions You may feel you are a hard person till it happens to you and you realize how vulnerable you are. I felt same for myself as well. I had a friend who was really close to me and we shared alot together. I don't enjoy having any issues with my close friends because they are a handful; less than 10 people. And I try to keep tabs on them and show genuine interest in their lives. One of them started feeling funky one certain time and wanted more than just…
A look at criminal justice system in Nigeria I once had great interest in criminal litigation and the criminal justice system of Nigeria. In fact when my former boss appraised my skill set and placed me rightly in his IT, IP and legal research team, I made a fuss. Why doesn't he want me to be out there as a criminal defence attorney? He looked me dead in the eyes and told me I'll come back one day to thank him for putting me in my place. That didn't take long. Couple of…
My encounter with a client today My colleague called me yesterday morning and pleaded I helped him check out a property he wanted to buy for a client. He had gone there himself to meet with the young man who was selling and had also sent people to inspect it too. But since I was around, it won't hurt to use my eyes as well. He sent me the address and contact of the vendor. I called, introduced myself and told him I was on my way to the house. The young man told me to call…
Legacy of Pennsylvania America has always been defined by its many crises, some of which are mild. Mild in the sense that however condescending, some crises moments lack the capacity to extinguish the ideals at the heart and soul of America. However, there have been defining moments in history, a make-or-break moment when America was at a cross-road, such that if she failed to get it right, she might have gone in the way of the wind. A look into history strongly indicates…
Mouth odour There's always that one colleague that can keep u laughing again and again until all work is done No matter how hectic, stressful and risky d shift maybe. Such is Bro. Bayo( not real name), although today was d first day we happened to be on d same shift. I couldn't help it but laughed to my ribs forgetting d fear of coronavirus. How, d story began: We came to start our normal shift but learnt that moment that we will all have to be on mask because everyone is on…
Pulse of the Nation. Penultimate weeks, social media was agog with the statement credited to the IPOB leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu about the "stoning" of any South Eastern politician who is doing nothing to ward off the incursion of the killer herdsmen into the Igbo heartland. Yes, Ohamadike in his passing remarks in Radio Biafra London literally mentioned Chief Nnia Nwodo, though, a statement which he withdrew amidst pleadings and intervention from Chief Senator Enyinnaya…
Destiny Destroyers Destiny is your purpose in life as ordained or predestined by God. God has already completed and concluded your destiny. No one is predestined by God to fail unless you put yourself to shame. Those whose destiny is of God know no shame. Everyone that's called of God is a warrior. Put on the whole amour of God. (Ezekiel 6) God purpose for your life is to rule. Anything God says must not fall to the ground will not fall. Genesis 1:28 The original man created…
The crazy world we live in The crazy world we live in. The world is crazy.It has always been.Those who are yet to realize this obnoxious fact are probably crazier.This craze actually have different shades. From ethinic to religious and the beat goes. Somehow enormous efforts are required to keep our sanity as one generation changes the dynamics of our society and leave the previous struggling to catch up with the realities of the times. If you are a 70's kid like me, you…
If I perish I perish She was initiated into Marine world when she was 4years... And she started her full operation immediately,where she killed many breadwinners... And destroyed many homes and marriages ... At midnights, she stood in the middle of the roads and cause accidents... In school, she bought 'chewing gum', initiating her fellow students... And anyone that ate those gums they got from her saw themselves in her coven in that same midnight ... But to the glory of…
A great lesson for today After paying for my cable subscription this evening, I stopped by his church on my way back to the house. This pastor is a good friend and often pays me for consultancy in relation to his investments. He was walking to his car park followed closely by Mary, his chef whose culinary abilities is out of this world. I've eaten her jollof rice, semo and okro soup at different times. I exchanged greetings with the pastor. "my brother. You didn't care to…
Honesty is the best Policy (No Secret) What can we call a secret? A secret is any knowledge that is hidden and intended to be kept hidden. It is important to note that in your relationship the way you handle secrets can either build it or destroy it. Secrets can and will ruin your relationship if not properly handled. It is very wrong to meet someone and that same day, you start telling the person the story of your life without first trying to know how the person really feel…
Never give up on yourself Two years ago, a friend's shop got burnt. He taught me that money making is an art. And if you've learnt it, no matter what happens to the physical paper, you'll always bounce back. He proved that. But when the tragedy happened, I also talked about his girlfriend who left him. It was gloomy dealing with a broken heart and business. But I always knows people who are drilled to last in tough places. He was one of them. Out of the blues last week, his…
Life in Nigeria Exactly a month ago today, around midday on October 20th 2020, in the heat of the #EndSars protests across the country and especially at the Lekki toll gate, the Lagos State government announced a 24-hour curfew to begin by 4:00pm same day. It spread panic and backlash as people scampered to get home in time. The government later moved up the enforcement time to 9:00pm. While people struggled to escape traffic, secure their children and get home safely, an…
That meal (Abacha) I have not eaten abacha close to four (4) years now or more, so I decided to satisfy my craving of it this evening. I was enjoying a cool evening reading at the car park when it arrived, so I decided to eat it out here so nature can enjoy with me. The story of how this abacha craving started for the Son of Nebu was something else. During the lock down, a friend uploaded a picture on her WhatsApp status of a tasty homemade abacha she prepared for herself…
Hope and Faith Text: Romans 5:1-2, 1st Thessalonians 1:3. Objectives: 1. It is understanding the relationship between hope and faith. 2. We will understand the difference between hope and faith. 3. We will understand what it takes ti shift between hope and faith. Scriptures clearly show that hope and faith are vital necessities to the life and destiny of the child of God. The Bible also makes it clear that hope travels in the company of faith. Hope and faith move together.…
Intro to Forex Forex is the largest financial markets in the world. When I mean *MARKET* . It is not the local market in your country or community. The meaning of forex is *FOREIGN EXCHANGE* . So when you hear about forex or fx, it means foreign exchange. A person who travels to another country must in one way or the other practice forex trading. Trading the financial market can be done anywhere irrespective of the country of your residence allows you to trade in the market…
My experience "I work with a private construction company as a manson. We are placed on monthly salaries and other allowances. 3 months ago, we had a board meeting with our director and in the meeting, he told everyone that there would be a 3 percent reduction in our salaries due to the economic state of the country and because the company barely gets contracts as before. When he first said that, my mind was relaxed because all I had in mind was that we might be relieved of…
CNN Endsars protest and the burden of truth The same CNN through their franchise and allies serving as the media wing of Democrats saw the removal of President Goodluck Jonathan from office. He publicly said that and the video is out there for any to watch. Most of their notable allies that fought that battle have fallen out with the current government. I don't want to mention names, if you are familiar with Nigerian politics you should know them, from Lagos to Kwara to…
A word of Hope I am sharing this for younger people who may have become despondent or lacking a purpose in life for different reasons. ASUU was on their yearly bazaar of strike in 2013 proudly sponsored by their unfaithful spouse, the federal government. So I couldn't resume school and staying at home sometimes, I got used to watching pictures of events from different newspapers my mum often brought home after mass every Sunday. She often bought newspapers published by…
The fear of the Lord I pray for you and I and our family, Any souls that delight to do evils that is now after our lives and our family, by the power in the name of JESUS I command them to run mad and die, in the name of JESUS Proverbs 20:6-7 Most men will proclaim every one his own goodness: but a faithful man who can find? The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him. Proverbs 14:26-27 In the fear of the Lord is strong confidence: and his…
Mount Zion Winning Wednesday Gloria Bamiloye Evangelist, wife to Mike Bamiloye, mother to Damilola, Joshua and Darasimi. All these defines Gloria Bamiloye and more. Gloria hails from Ilesa in Osun state but grew up in Lagos and Ibadan as she schooled in both cities. She is 55 years of age. Gloria was born into a muslim family but got introduced to Christ through her elder brother who got born again and became an influence to her life. Growing up, Gloria admired pastors and…
Marriage story "I see what is happening in marriages today, wives killing husbands and I am sad and angry. Sad because I know what it feels like to be in a violent marriage and angry that these women choose to kill and pay for it rather than just leave. My troubles started shortly after marriage. He wanted me to be a full-time housewife and so he forced me to resign my job. Going to the market, the church or visits were strictly regulated . After weaning my last child, I…
Learn from experience “I didn’t think anybody would be so mean to play such trick on a child. I think I was ten years old then and helped my sister to manage my mum’s shop anytime our mother goes to the market to buy goods. I was the younger one but I knew the price of all items in my mum’s shop and I always rushed to attend to anyone who needed any item. Sometimes my sister and mum would leave the shop for me to manage while they go to the market to buy stuff for our shop.…
Prevailing the wonders of pennysylvania According to sworn affidavits, as released by head of Trump's legal team Rudy Giuliani in the Commonwealth state of Pennsylvania; 1,823,148 Absentee and mail-in ballots were issued. Approximately 1.4 Million were returned. But during presidential election count 2.5 Million were registered. The information was on the website of the state till yesterday 24th of November that it was removed. 22,286 Mail-in Ballots were RECIEVED the same…
Young Preacher The Waist that Wasted Many. One thing you must fear more than the devil you are praying against, casting and biding everyday is the waist of that your daughter shaking round the whole church and especially during praises. Young Preacher, nothing waste anointing like the waist of a woman. It will dry every drop of oil on your head and your ministry will be history in your very presence. Listen; not every Daugter is your daughter some are doors leading to your…
Control your mouth We have So many Spiritual men without Spiritual principles.......#selah Learn to control your mouth if you must live long. I have chosen to mind my own business, I have chosen to run my own race, I have chosen to stay focused on my assignment. For we will give account to God on how we spent our lives while on earth. Stop Fighting for God focus on pleasing God on ur own first before you correct someone else. Stop running around looking for who to spoil,…
Dealing with household enemies TEXT: GENESIS 37:1 20 Genesis 37:4,11 And when his brethren saw that their father loved him more than all his brethren, they hated him, and could not speak peaceably unto him. And his brethren envied him; but his father observed the saying. The great enemy's that human beings can fight and praying to wins over them is a battles from households Enemies from households is the enemies that knowing you and he they do you Joseph his brethren envied…
Sex for mark I remember vividly what happened back then in school,year 2010. I think I was in 500 level. The story goes thus: It was about 7pm when I got a call from an unregistered number, I picked it gleefully as it's my usual practice. The caller who I was yet to know introduced himself as one of my lecturers and asked that I should come around. I didn't hesitate, so I told my hostel mates what just transpired as I hardly go out without letting someone know my whereabout,…
Good friends Some people are good like that including my friend. 💚 When she reached out to pay back the money she borrowed in 2014, I was wowed in a good way. She reached out in 2018 and I'd already forgotten I gave her anything. I told her to forget about paying back, but the son of Nebu was curious how she was able to remember. So I asked her. She said after collecting the money, she went home and entered it in her records. While going through her stuff after getting…
Years of accomplishments In one of his famous comedy movies, Nkem Owoh (Osuofia) played the part of Barrister Athanacius Enyi, a UK trained attorney who returned to his native village in eastern Nigeria to advocate for his people and received payments in lands, goats and yams. Though filled with many contrasts, the movie pointed out the vital role legal practitioners play in society. Vital roles that needs to be filled at all times to make sure society functions effectively.…
Marriage issues "Our marriage was arranged so I didn't have much time to study him coupled with the fact that I didn't have much city exposure. I was naive and complacent. I took whatever he said as right and could hardly stand up to him. Over the years, as no child was forthcoming, he insulted me at will and even hit me a few times. Since I had nothing doing but followed him to his shop in the market, I had no personal funds. I cowered and lost whatever self esteem I had. I…
Journey of a foreign mom The first time I landed foot in Nigeria was at age 18, from the warm pleasantries I received at the airport, to the beautiful people and atmosphere generally, i was already in love with the country.. the last eighteen years of my life was spent in Birmingham United Kingdom.. my Mom, a British but my dad a Nigerian which makes me a proud Nigerian too.. For years I have been eager to travel to Nigeria.. honestly i found it quite fascinating that while…
Greed As we get ready for church tomorrow, let us reflect on greed this night. I joined the couple and their kids to attend children's church. I sat beside their cute daughters; one is 13 years old and the other is 10 years old. Towards the end of the church activities, church attendants shared biscuits to all the kids in the church. Don't ask me if I collected any. The 10 years old daughter collected one biscuit while her elder sister collected 3 packets. Of course, they…
What if I show you a knife, will that change your mind? Hmm...all my life I can't remember facing a terrifying moment like the one I experienced on 28/11/2020. Though I have been in a near death experience, during one of my numerous trip when I was serving as the Executive Personal Assistant of the then Commissioner for Education back in 2014. I and my Principal was riding in the official Hilux heading to Ajaokuta from Lokoja, when our driver did a wrong overtaking at a…
Trust and believe in God I was searching for an item inside a drawer when I saw these ₦2 coins again. I got them from Shoprite a while back. The coins ought to be ₦10 but I gave out one coin. Each time I want to spend them, nobody is willing to accept. For a fare of ₦50, I once gave a tricycle driver ₦40 in ₦20 notes and completed it with ₦10 in these coins. The man looked at me like I was crazy and angrily told me to alight from his tricycle. I had to give him a ₦100 note…
A visit after lockdown I met this tricycle driver at Ajah one rainy afternoon after the movement restriction was lifted here in Lagos. When I got to the junction, rain had messed up the inner road so I needed to take a tricycle. I didn't want to wait for one to load according to turn, so son of Nebu negotiated with a driver for charter. The sky was already cloudy, so I quickly rushed in, reached a price and told him to drive. This is where things start to get interesting.…
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