Imagine me, a Nigerian, using "gallivanting" in a sentence. A word almost all Nigerians know of in primary school because at one point, our headmaster/mistress used it. Then you'll tell me I used AI for it. Waka!
So, that cheap fuel in Libya isn't even within the reach of average consumers? This is starting to make more sense! Perhaps matching international prices is the only way to keep fuel smugglers from turning petrol stations into export businesses. Harsh but fair, no price gap, no smuggling jackpot!
It’s not as if these countries that we call “Saner climes” are not corrupt oo. The difference between these countries and Nigeria is the sense of accountability at the very least.
In Nigeria, there is no regard for law and order. From the impunity in the senate, to the shamelessness and abuse of power by security agents, to the total lack of regard for the Nigerian people, everyone is free to act as irresponsibly as they wish so far they have power or money.
The real problem we have is the zero consequence for actions. The rot in this country will continue to eat deep because no matter the gravity of the offense you commit or the amount of Nigerian lives that are at risk because of the reckless behavior of a few, money, power and influence will wash the guilty as white as snow.
You’re about to overcome something you’re dealing with. Your mind and heart will soon be at peace again. You’re going to start feeling lighter. Things are about to get clear. Breathe through it. Be patient with yourself. Trust that you will make it and everything will be okay.
The best way to neutralize our natural impatience is to cultivate a kind of pleasure in pain – like an athlete, you come to enjoy rigorous practice, pushing past your limits, and resisting the easy way out.”