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15/05/2025

This Is Not for Civil Servants: A Mockery Masquerading as Marketing

There is a rising phrase in the marketplace of modern Nigeria. It is not born out of wit or wisdom, but from the dark wells of mockery. “This is not for civil servants.” That is the line, now stamped on car ads, promoted in social media skits, and tucked beneath the lips of the self-satisfied elite. It began with an Abuja car dealer who, in his bid to sell exotic cars, decided to insult an entire class of working Nigerians. What he called a catchy line is in fact a sneer, a slap in the face of decency.

Yesterday, I watched a video that pushed the mockery even further. A young man stood before a pen of rams, advertising them for the upcoming Eid celebration. The prices he mentioned were obscene, starting at 3.5 million naira. For rams, not elephants. With confidence soaked in arrogance, he smiled at the camera and said, “This is not for civil servants.” And the crowd laughed. People reposted the clip. Some added emojis. No one seemed to pause and ask, “What exactly are we laughing at?”

We are laughing at our nurses. At our teachers. At our clerks and secretaries. We are mocking those who keep government schools open, who record files, who monitor roads, who issue documents, who teach children how to write, read and think. We are laughing at those who have served this nation with decades of loyalty and have almost nothing to show for it. It is not funny. It is cruel. It is psychological torment clothed in humour.

More disturbing than the mockery is the mindset it reveals. It reflects a culture obsessed with wealth at all costs. We now measure human worth by bank balance, not by value, virtue, or contribution. It is the reason prices of basic things are bloated intentionally. It is the reason many now sell products not to meet needs but to manufacture social classes. A ram becomes a symbol of status. A price tag becomes a tool of humiliation.

What message are we sending? That honest work leads to disgrace? That civil service is a punishment? That the only way to earn respect is to become a millionaire, no matter how?

The damage is deep. When the phrase “this is not for civil servants” becomes a national joke, we are saying that labour is laughable, that discipline is a mistake, and that only crookedness deserves comfort. If this continues, a time will come when even the air we breathe will be branded, "Not for civil servants."

We must reject this culture. We must remind ourselves that wealth is not virtue. That ridicule is not wit. That every man who earns honestly deserves honour, not pity. The civil servant may not wear designer suits or drive a foreign car, but his place in the nation’s story is sacred. His sweat oils the engine of the country.

We need to stop laughing and start thinking. Above all, we need to start correcting. If civil servants cannot afford this or that, it means many things are wrong. Hopefully, someday soon, they won’t say, “This babe is not for civil servants. He cannot marry her.”

11/05/2025

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10/05/2025

PUBLIC MESSAGE
UTME Results: A Wake-Up Call for All Nigerians
Written by: Musa Ibrahim Jamoh
Over 75% of candidates who sat for the recent UTME scored below 200. This means only 1 in 4 students scored high enough to be considered academically competitive. Alarming? Perhaps. Surprising? Not at all.
We are witnessing the results of years of systemic neglect, misplaced priorities, and cosmetic fixes in our education system. We have mistaken school fees for academic excellence, buildings for learning, and certificates for competence. We are raising children in uniforms but not in knowledge. We prioritize appearances over outcomes.
And when the cracks begin to show, what do we do? We shift the goalposts. We lower the cut-off marks. We silence the warning bells. We pretend.
But reality cannot be masked by policy shortcuts.
Every time we reduce standards instead of raising performance, we weaken the foundation of our future. We send thousands of unprepared students to universities, where many will struggle, drop out, or graduate without the skills to thrive. Then we point fingers—at ASUU, at lecturers, at the economy.
The truth is, our educational crisis begins at home, is nurtured in the classroom, and is neglected by leadership.

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ACADEMIC RECOVERY AND GROWTH

🔹 For Parents:

Stop outsourcing your child’s education entirely to schools. Supervise, engage, and invest your time.

Limit distractions like excessive screen time and encourage reading and critical thinking.

Choose schools based on the quality of teaching—not infrastructure or prestige.

🔹 For Teachers & Schools:

Prioritize learning outcomes over exam results.

Use active teaching methods that promote understanding, not memorization.

Provide mentorship and remedial support to underperforming students.

🔹 For Government & Policy Makers:

Increase funding to public schools and invest in teacher training and welfare.

Enforce quality control in private and public schools alike.

Implement policies that emphasize educational equity—not shortcuts to boost enrollment numbers.

🔹 For Students:

Take responsibility for your learning. The future is yours to build.

Set personal academic goals beyond cut-off marks.

FINAL WORD

Nigeria cannot move forward if its next generation is left behind academically. We must raise the bar—not lower it. We must rebuild the system—not just repaint it.
Let’s confront the truth. Let’s act with courage. Let’s protect our children’s future.
— Musa Ibrahim Jamoh
Educational Advocate and Concerned Nigerian

06/05/2025

One Ratel Down... Ratel Gang members must receive sense by force.

04/04/2025

Allah ya karbi shahadar Shaykh Muhammad Awwal Albani Zaria Da Shaykh Idris Abdulaziz

04/04/2025

Allah ya gafarta ma Dr. Idris Abdulaziz yasa Aljannah ce makomansa

10/03/2025

NIGERIA UPDATE: Onwards to the future

As a founding member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), I have fond memories of working with other compatriots to negotiate the merger of political parties that created the APC. It had been my hope since 2013 that my personal values and that of the APC will continue to align up to the time I choose to retire from politics.

Developments in the last two years confirm that there is no desire on the part of those who currently control and run the APC to acknowledge, much less address, the unhealthy situation of the party.

On my part, I have raised concerns in private and, more recently, in public regarding the capricious trajectory of the party. Therefore, at this point in my political journey, I have come to the conclusion that I must seek another political platform for the pursuit of the progressive values I cherish.

Founders rightly feel attached towards institutions they helped create, but one must be pragmatic enough to admit when a divergence appears unbridgeable. I have diligently served the APC and made my contributions to its viability as a political platform, but I recognize that the party has since strayed and left me stuck in the vision of its well-meaning founding fathers and mothers.

As a loyal party man, I worked to help secure the APC’s election victories in 2015, 2019 and 2023. I was one of the many governors elected on the party’s platform in 2015 and 2019, that stood for certain democratic and progressive principles to advance nation-building. My eight-year tenure in Kaduna State was devoted to implementing progressive policies to advance human development in education and healthcare, as well as expand infrastructure, promote equality of opportunity, create jobs and attract investments. These records count for little in the current APC that has castrated its organs and treated its membership with contempt in the last two years. I find this no longer acceptable.

Today, 10th March 2025, I have submitted a letter resigning my membership of the APC to my ward in Kaduna, effective immediately. Prior to this step, I had concluded consultations with my mentors, colleagues and loyalists across the country about the future. I have now decided to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP), and adopt it as the platform for our future political engagements and activities.

Without prejudice to this decision, as a member of the SDP, I will focus on engaging with and persuading other opposition leaders and parties to join us and congregate under a unified democratic platform to challenge the APC in all elections and bye-elections between now and 2027 by the Grace of God. I therefore call on all our supporters and other persons concerned about our country’s future to join us in the SDP in the journey towards making Nigeria flourish as a beacon of pride for Africans and the Black Race.

Thank you and God Bless the Social Democratic Party.
God Bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Nasir Ahmad El-Rufai, CON
Abuja, Nigeria
10th March 2025

05/03/2025

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25/02/2025

This is commendable...

An advocate for peace, education, and gender equality, Zuriel Oduwole, has been nominated for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize.

24/02/2025

15 Lessons from the book titled: Happiness Is the Way by Dr. Wayne Dyer

Happiness isn’t something you chase—it’s something you choose. In Happiness Is the Way, Dr. Wayne Dyer shares profound insights on how to live a fulfilling, joyful life. He emphasizes that happiness isn’t found in external achievements, material possessions, or the approval of others. Instead, it is a state of being that comes from within. By shifting our mindset, letting go of fear, and embracing the present moment, we can experience true contentment. Dyer’s wisdom serves as a guide to living with purpose, love, and inner peace, reminding us that happiness is not a destination—it’s the way we travel through life. Here are lessons from the book:

1. Happiness is a Choice, Not a Result
You don’t need to wait for the “perfect” circumstances to be happy. You can choose to cultivate joy in the present moment, regardless of external conditions.

2. Detach from External Validation
Seeking approval from others only leads to disappointment. True happiness comes from being authentic and living in alignment with your own values.

3. Let Go of the Past
Holding onto past regrets, pain, or grudges keeps you stuck. Happiness flourishes when you release what no longer serves you and focus on the present.

4. Live with Purpose and Intention
A meaningful life isn’t about wealth or status—it’s about living with purpose. When you align your actions with what truly matters to you, happiness follows.

5. Embrace the Power of Now
Worrying about the future or dwelling on the past robs you of joy. Happiness exists only in the present moment, so make the most of it.

6. Shift Your Perspective on Challenges
Struggles are not obstacles but opportunities for growth. Viewing difficulties as lessons helps you stay positive and resilient.

7. Forgiveness is Freedom
Holding onto anger and resentment hurts you more than the person who wronged you. Forgiving others (and yourself) creates space for peace and happiness.

8. Love Yourself Unconditionally
Self-love isn’t selfish—it’s necessary. Accepting yourself as you are, without judgment or comparison, is the foundation of lasting happiness.

9. Give Without Expecting in Return
Acts of kindness and generosity create deep fulfillment. When you give freely—whether love, time, or support—you enrich your own happiness.

10. Happiness is the Journey, Not the Goal
There is no final destination where happiness magically appears. It is a way of living, a mindset, and a practice that you cultivate every day.

Happiness Is the Way is a powerful reminder that joy isn’t something to be found in the future—it’s something you create in the present. By shifting your mindset, embracing love and graitude, and living with intention, you can experience true happiness every day.