ELIZABETH ODUWAIYE LIFESKILLS COUNSEL

I have witnessed conversations of how people place curses on this nation and her leaders too many times. Though I correct such errors immediately, I can't help but shake my head at people who engage in such dastardly acts. We need to be responsible enough and do something. What can you do? You can START by praying… YES, pray; NO MATTER WHAT. It is Biblical to do so. I just hope this pandemic ‘era’ has really taught people that there is really NO PLACE LIKE HOME. The truth is there is nowhere else to go (when you dispute this, remember the truth is bitter). If you travel far and wide, it does not change the fact that THIS IS HOME. Okay, so our leaders are corrupt, greedy, self-seeking and the list is almost endless. But the question is: WILL CURSING THEM MAKE THINGS BETTER OR WORSE? When it is time to replace leaders, DO THE NEEDFUL! But for now, the fact that they are still in power: WHETHER YOU LIKE THEM OR NOT, PRAY FOR THEM! When you do that, by extension you are praying for yo...

When was the last time you prayed for Nigeria? I'm tired of hearing complaints about this country from her citizens. Complaining changes little or nothing, it is action that changes things. In your little corner, what efforts are you making to make Nigeria a better place? Do you still pour your waste in the gutters, do you still litter the streets, or knock the security lights down? (etc) STOP IT NOW; that is how to start to make Nigeria better. Do it, if not for your self, for your children's children who will decide to be 101% patriotic...by choosing to stay here. Interestingly, people who do nothing to improve the situation of the nation are the ones who complain most. USE YOUR TIME PRODUCTIVELY . The time you use in complaining about OUR nation, use it to pray for her. Remember, the elections are fast approaching! VOTE WISELY: don't let anything or anyone influence your vote! Instead of complaining, play your part by placing your vote on someone who deserves ...