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Someone called Tony Elumelu “Tony” at an event and the internet has been giving takes ever since.
Was she disrespectful? Was he too harsh? Should first-name culture apply in the Nigerian workplace?
Everybody has an opinion.
And look, in Yoruba culture, and really across Nigerian cultures, you greet your elders properly. E no matter if na boardroom or bus stop. There are things respect requires of you, and young people have to learn them.
But the part I don’t want us to miss is this:
A young woman opened her mouth and spoke in a room full of people who could easily have intimidated her into silence.
Correct the greeting.
Protect the courage too.
Don’t correct a young person so hard that the next time they have something to say, silence feels safer.
Nigeria needs young people who understand respect.
We also need young people who are not afraid to speak when they finally get into the room.
Teach them both.
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I see tweets like “avoid people who can’t differentiate between where and were, there and their,” and I’m always a bit surprised.
The irony is that the real owners of the English language don’t discriminate the way we do.
I’ve had classmates who couldn’t speak polished English but scored perfectly in exams because the professors understood what they were trying to communicate and graded them accordingly.
I’ve also seen people land well-paying jobs and lead rooms confidently without sounding particularly eloquent.
Fluency is not the same as intelligence, competence, or leadership.
Language is a tool, not a measure of worth.
If we paid more attention to clarity of thought and less to accent or grammar slips, we’d understand people better and judge them less.
Sometimes, a little grace goes much further than perfect English.
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Here is why I am happy I pay taxes to the Canadian government..
As a Canadian citizen:
Firstly, if you understand what true citizenship is all about, then read below....
Upon completing 700 insurable hours of work and you lose your job through no fault of your own (for example, due to shortage of work, or otherwise, bro and sis, you will be automatically entitled to apply and receive employment insurance benefits up to 55% for your previous pay for a period of 52 weeks till you get a new employment.
They want to force taxes on you, ask them what they ever offered you as a Nigerian if you ever lost your job since you attained 18 years...Ask them 🤔 Nothing....
Secondly, ask those paid tax propagandists and agents of Nigerian government how many homeless, low-income earners and families receive housing benefits if there is anything like that ....
When my wife had our last baby, Mofiyinfoluwa, my wife received free antenatal care and birthed her through CS for free in a top class hospital without paying a dime which ordinary could be up to 50,000 for non-Canadian citizens and continuous follow up to be sure her and the baby are doing well. That's what true citizenship enjoy and its all about...
My kids enjoy free and compulsory education and the school bus take them to and back from school for free. Only pay a token for school supplies..
I have never been stopped by a police or law enforcement officer in the last seven years. No one ever asked me "wetin you carry for your trunk." None asked me make I see your paper."
Police officers will talk to you like normal being because they get well paid and treated well compared to the Nigerian police officer who guide criminal political class who end up looting their pension and gratuity....
No politician dare loot public funds or taxes because he knows he will face the full wrath of the law and no judges to bribe or buy over...
No government officials or province premier will go welcome the Prime Minister with the taxpayer funds. They know that is a precious waste of time and human resources compared to Nigerian governors who don't value time and derive pleasure in wasting public funds that could be judiciously used..
Let me stop here....
When they tell you as a Nigerian that you will start paying taxes from next week, ask them questions 🙄
What have they done in the last 10 years with all the budget allocation for education, health, security, sports, agriculture, defense and many more..... 😳
Hence, I never enjoyed anything for free as a Nigerian before migrating to Canada, can Oga Taiwo and its agent tell Nigerians why do we have to trust them and what are the benefits of paying taxes in Nigeria if not that it will be used to fund the political class and make some criminals richer???
Again, no responsible, empathetic and caring government tax the citizens where the majority are poor.
That is purely evil and wickedness....
Sensible Nigerians didn't bargain for this evil government 🙄 😒
No be life we dey live for Nigeria, no let anyone gaslight you oooo
#EndTaxLaw in Nigeria now! – at Winnipeg, Manitoba
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My Ten Commandments for anyone planning to come to Canada to study in 2025 and beyond:
1) Prioritize In-demand areas when choosing the program to do in Canada (use the new field of study list released by IRCC as a guide even if you’re coming for a level of study that does not require field of study requirements to apply for a study visa).
2) Prioritize provinces where your own experience, education, and area of study are in-demand.
3) Don’t do a program that is not eligible for PGWP (except it’s a program with a guaranteed employment and employer support, and a direct PR pathway).
4) If you’re able to, try to get 6 months of work experience in one of the priority category based occupation before even coming to Canada. And make sure that reflects in your study permit application.
5) If your profile is not well positioned for permanent residency, don’t do a program that will give you just a one year postgraduate work permit. (Especially if your plan is to stay back in Canada long term). Things to put into consideration are age, level of education, previous work experience, language test scores, etc.
6) Make sure any previous experience, education, and family members you intend to use for permanent residence applications, or claim points for are also clearly indicated in your study permit application. And maintain good relationship with your previous employers (you may need documents from them for your permanent residence application).
7) You can do student jobs when still in school to survive, but make sure your priority is well defined for the type of jobs to focus on once you graduate. This is important especially if you intend to use Canadian experience or Canadian job offer in your PR or provincial nomination applications. Any job can pay your bills, but not all jobs can get you permanent residence.
8) Come to Canada with relevant skills or build relevant skills (in your field) as you earn your degree. This is important for your career. The future of jobs is not just about having certificates/degrees alone. Be employable.
9) Have money, have money, and have more money. Have enough funds to cater to your study. For over 5 years, I’ve always said that students must have enough to take care of their fees in at least the first year without having to work in Canada. Many students come back to thank me for this. It’s a life saver. Your funds can be scholarships, grants, or personal funds. Have this well mapped out.
10) Your education and study is an investment, invest wisely.
Check out the free resources we have at bit.ly/OJCposts. All the best in the application process.
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🚨💣 BREAKING: Benjamin Šeško to Manchester United, here we go! 🔴
Agreement club to club reached with RB Leipzig for €76.5m plus €8.5m add-ons.
Šeško agreed terms until 2030.
Šeško made clear on Tuesday that he wanted #MUFC, deal now reality.
New striker for Amorim 🇸🇮
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Different strokes for different folks. Long-distance relationships aren’t for everyone and that’s okay.
But for those who share values, communicate openly, and respect the boundaries and expectations of an LDR, it can work beautifully and allows both parties to be more productive especially at a time in their lives when they need space to build.
It all comes down to mutual understanding and commitment. It can be a committed, mutually faithful and beautiful experience too.
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How many can you count? Nigeria's got 10! 🤩🇳🇬
#TotalEnergiesWAFCON2024
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🇳🇬 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐀𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐀 🇳🇬
The Super Falcons make it 𝐓𝐄𝐍 final wins out of 𝐓𝐄𝐍 🏆🔥
#HereForHer | #TotalEnergiesWAFCON2024
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Russia's President Vladimir Putin bans
Genetically Modified Foods (GMO) and labels anyone who grow one a terrorist.
GMO's are poisonous to the human DNA.
Fear our return. Infact make I go renew that EPL subscription 🥰
🚨💣 BREAKING: Bryan Mbeumo to Manchester United, here we go!
Green light from Brentford and club to club agreement reached for £70m package, as @TheAthleticFC reports.
Contract agreed weeks ago with Mbeumo as he only wanted Man United move.
After Cunha, Mbeumo next for #MUFC.
Congratulations PSG
#UCLfinal
