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Homes and Development

Homes are the foundations of society Homes are the engines of economy Homes are the security of security Homes are the hope of wholesome development Our society needs a new stream of homes that matter - Christian Homes. I am reminded of the lyrics of this prayer hymn. ... God give us Christian Homes! God give us Christian homes Homes where the Bible is loved and taught Homes where the Master's will is sought Homes crowned with beauty Your love has wrought God give us Christian homes God give us Christian homes God give us Christian homes Homes where the father is true and strong Homes that are free from the blight of wrong Homes that are joyous with love and song God give us Christian homes God give us Christian homes God give us Christian homes Homes where the mother, in caring quest Strives to show others Your way is best Homes where the Lord is the honoured Lead God give us Christian homes God give us Christian homes God give us Christian homes Homes where the children are led t

Branch-Carbon-Fair

I am a debtor of sort With patience I shall pay all I owe I am a creditor of sort With mercy I look on all I see I am a currency of sort With worthy anchor and goods, value soars I am a net debtor in gratitude  With thoughtful melody, I shall overflow ... Finance is a language I shall understand it Debt is an instrument I shall own it

COP27 and Inclusive Climate Governance

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As we brace up for COP27, amid Europe's energy crisis and the food inflationary episodes triggered in part by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the need for an inclusive climate governance approach is urgent. Moreover, since humans drive most institutional frameworks, we can intentionally prioritise and incentivise a behavioural change and cultural approach to climate action. From the agency of individuals who choose to litter public spaces to the agency of business and state actors, no one must be left behind. Some of my questions include: ■ What perspectives and culture need to be entrenched so that individuals would prefer and choose not to litter public spaces? ■ What mechanisms may influence a restructure of energy mix for household production? ■ What policy positions may compel large companies with linear production systems to transform into circular firms, that incentivise proper sorting, disposal and recycling of plastic waste? ■ How can we galvanise actions towards

Musings: I am Princely

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I am a Name Call me with honour Send me with purpose Guard me with counsel Share me with eternity I am a Territory Conquer me with faith Rule me with wisdom Build me with cornerstones Maintain me with excellence I am a Youth Conceive me with values Birth me with holy beauty Grow me with fruits Sustain me with truth I am a Story Line me with truth Read me with care Write me with vision Tell me with wholeness I am a Seed Plant me with hope Water me with words Feed me with light Prune me with trials I am a Forest Fill me with trees Consume me with zeal Refresh me with rain Flood me with peace I am a Mission Drive me with Christ Ride me with goodwill Teach me with depth Study me with humility I am a Business Open me with diligence Keep me with gratitude Run me with patience Ruin me with greed I am a Pauper Visit me with good tidings Shower me with mercy Court me with trade Leave me with blessings I am a Princess Crown me with prudence Host me with dignity Lead me with insight Follow me wit

Nigeria is a Host!

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Nigeria is not a private property. Nigeria is our collective heritage. It is NOW Nigeria's turn to win. So, we are winning! We are moving! We are rising! We are shining! We are expanding! All Nigeria's enemies will testify! 2023: Nigeria Wins!!! I am a Nigerian. #Nigeria #2023

Nigeria: Changing Narratives at 62

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Shouldn't Nigeria seek recolonisation...perhaps, Germany or France should colonise us in the next round? This was the agitating question posed to me by a brilliant young mind after a recent 'History and Structure of the Nigerian economy' class. Clearly, nation-building and sustainable development requires much more than a formal declaration of national sovereignty. The question mirrors the deep frustration of youth with the status quo since Nigeria gained her Independence from colonial rule in 1960. They wonder why fate had not granted them the priviledge of witnessing the 'golden' era of colonial governance and post-independence regional governments.  Need we blame colonial rule and decades of military dictatorship for the devastating blows to the ruling constitution and culture of the Nigerian people? I think not.  Singapore, also a former colony of Britain, transformed from a third world underdeveloped nation to a developed market economy, led by a military, impe

Musings: I am Nigeria

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I am Nigeria Build me with wisdom Litter me with mercy Tidy me with truth I am Nigeria Farm me with care Grow me with strength Still me with contentment I am Nigeria Lift me with grace Know me with honour Teach me with insight I am Nigeria Leave me with treasure Guide me with light Follow me with prudence I am Nigeria Order me with vision Clothe me with people Open me with zeal I am Nigeria Drive me with justice Fill me with good Secure me with trade I am Nigeria Save me with faith Equip me with love   Plow me with hope I am Nigeria  Hail me with work  Heal me with prayer Wound me with honesty I am Nigeria Change me with culture Call me with dignity Heed me with time I am Nigeria Humble me with words Release me with duty Bind me with liberty I am Nigeria  Shower me with goodness Prepare me with seeds Showcase me with forests I am Nigeria Handle me with caution Restore me with unity Invade me with peace ..

Resilience and Mobility

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Brain drain is a present-day reality. In recent years, favourable immigration policy reforms in developed countries has proved true as a magnet for global talent. In Nigeria, the rising rate of skilled-migration among the youth and middle-class is termed the #japa movement.  For many skilled workers in developing countries, international migration is perceived to be a veritable pathway to human capital development, wider work opportunities, social protection, soul peace, and a steady rise in living standards. Moreover, emerging tales of quantum leaps in migrants' wellbeing heap up demonstration effects that stimulate bandwagon effects in domestic communities.  Are you are a resident, citizen, or keen observer of any developing country in Africa, stifled by rising inflation rates and inequality of opportunities? If yes, to which of the following countries or regions have your skilled acquaintances, work colleagues, neighbours, or family members migrated temporarily or permanently in

Musings: Are you still...?

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Still Riding through my journey Holding on to ancient sign posts And keeping house Still Learning through the night Singing a joyful melody And lighting up my day  Still Racing through my present Smelling just lovely flowers And plucking fruits from history Still Sleeping through the sail Rising early to calm any contrary wind And never losing faith  Still Playing through the match Scoring only needful points And staying active until whistle blows Still Sifting through every speech Shielding my nose from filth And feasting plainly on truth Still Grazing through green pastures Trusting only the most high  And leaning on his solid rock Still Leading through a servants' towel Walking around available fig trees And building a winning team Still Looking through the book Mapping out loving routes And taking quantum leaps Still Blooming through the thorns Preparing for prepared place And keeping the peace Still Gliding through the currents Testing every feather And knowing when to renew S

I Choose With Accountability

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In a true democracy, the powerful voice of a united citizenry rule the polity. In a false democracy, the ideas of self-interested state captors may guide the polity. In a rejuvenated democracy, citizens hold a stake in every aspect of national life, embrace their duties, and are free to enjoy their rights without crowding out others. Which one of the above depicts your country's current experience? I sincerely commemorate Nigeria's Democracy Day (12th June, 2022) with these few thoughts of mine. Long live the Federal Republic of Nigeria! ...

Homes, Doors and Floormats

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To every slave driver, any method that can yield a profitable outcome is always right - lies, half-truths, intimidation, and truths combined. Their end eventually justifies their process. To every empire builder, everyone is a tool and resource. Use them while they are useful, and dump them when they grow useless. To every nation builder, everyone is a travelling gift. Truly value their company while you play host to them, empower them to journey, and uphold them heartily until eternity. To every truthful and reasonable royal bird, the homely mountain is only a temporal tent. Observe and learn, shed weak and worn wings, watch and pray, and live ready to soar to the next Wind-assigned height.

The New Nigeria Has Won!

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In Nigeria, the era for colonial rule came to pass. The golden years of visionary founding fathers also fizzled into the air. The periods of military rule came to pass. The rule of money-peddling democracy has now come to pass. In the new #Nigeria, the citizens overcome! #Peace I am a Nigerian. I am not willing to sponsor any of the chips and/or puppets off the old block and stock with my vote. Only the new and wholesome breed without greed has won my consideration. Only the radical opposition to corruption deserves my attention. Only the truly visionary leader with a unifying nation-building ethos qualifies for my vote support.  Only the personality that maintains contact without contamination will truly fix Nigeria. Only the genius, who understands the multiplicities and intricacies of the Nigerian conundrum, has my stage. Only the servant-leader, who stoops to serve and rises to conquer, has won the race before it begins. Long live the Nigeria of my dreams!!! @oluyomioladavid