At the age of 23/25, my wife and I were serving (NYSC).
I was not even sure of what would become of me after service.
But it took me 4 more years before I could marry her.
In the Western world, it's very common to see young men getting married at 25.
Why? Because they have a better economy and social benefits for children, etc. Most children go to public schools (primary and secondary), which are free. Health care is also provided in public hospitals for most people.
But here in Africa, and in Nigeria, the reverse is the case.
While we have public primary and secondary schools, most of them are not in good shape.
That is to show you how bad things have become.
Because I went to a public primary and secondary school, and the same applies to my wife.
In Nigeria today, most parents prefer to send their kids to private schools and also use private hospitals.
We don't have the basic social amenities or benefits that most people enjoy in the Western or more developed world.
So, in such a situation, is it advisable for a young man to get married at 24?
Is he mentally and financially prepared for the responsibilities?
Because whether you like it or not, once you're married, you must live up to your responsibilities, regardless of your age.
Which is why, even though I encourage early marriage, I still advise that 35 is not too late for you. You need a strong financial plan and buffer to be able to survive as a married man in a country like Nigeria.
Your fathers may have married at a much younger age, but we had a better country. Private schools were very scarce, and most of us went to public schools.
If our government is failing us, do not fail yourself by embarking on a journey of marriage when you're not prepared.
And if you decide to embark on it, please manage the responsibilities you take on.
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.@officialABAT claims his government opposes religious persecution.
But 12 states have Sharia law, and a Christian faces the death penalty for defending his farm from a Muslim Fulani militant who stabbed him repeatedly.
More from my @FoxNewsSunday interview w/ @ShannonBream ⬇️
Christian Genocide: A Glance at Amupitan’s Legal Brief
Without attacking his person , the article revisits Prof. Amupitan’s 2020 legal brief on “Christian genocide” in Nigeria with fairness, evidence and context. It attempts to correct the serious inaccuracies that have misled a number of politicians and clerics overseas.
Prof. Amupitan’s brief was written for foreign advocacy groups, not Nigerians. Its tone reflects that audience. I identified in it 49 statements that are exaggerated, unsupported or historically inaccurate. Many of them unfairly demonise Hausa/Fulani Muslims and distort the realities of ethno-religious conflicts in the country.
Contrary to the brief, data shows that Muslims form the overwhelming majority of victims of Boko Haram and banditry. The brief also ignored decades of documented Christian massacres against Muslims in Plateau, Taraba and Southern Kaduna especially.
These and many others items are discussed in great depth. The 49 statements that I find spurious in the brief are also listed as appendix.
In addressing our sensitive national matters, we must tell the truth that will unite us and guarantee peace for all, not sectarian narratives that defy balance, fairness and evidence.
Full article 👇
https://t.co/hBrzUfOH73
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Now that's the problem. You cannot have sharia anywhere because all those Northern States also have huge Christian populations. Sharia should be outlawed.
Beyond Trump’s “disgraced country” rhetoric and Christian evangelicals and white supremacist machinations, I see a unique opportunity to restructure Nigeria.
Northern states that want Sharia should have it.
I urge President @officialABAT to take steps to actualize this outcome
Hey JD
I speak for all Christians in Nigeria; you need to create a special category of visas for us all. We are being targeted unfairly.
The President and Vice are both Muslims and it’s not safe being here right now @JDVance@realDonaldTrump
Trump’s victory was as sure as night turning to day. You play a game of character assassination with a man who actually doesn’t care, while you also have cobwebs, you’re going to win the stupid prize. Stick to issue based campaigns.
If there is any END SARS money remaining please send to her from there too 🙏
Werey want use reverse psychology stop donations. She think say na truth or dare.
Ibadan Imbe!