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Samuel Ibok
Writer @ The Handshake
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SOCIETY SAID
Whether or not you believe, the thought pattern in every clime influences the actions and inactions of its residents. It's crazy how the ideas of dead people shape our society today. In Nigeria, it's common to hear "Our people said" whenever elderly people want to advise you on something they consider to be a deviation from the norm. While it is important to understand and respect people's tradition, you must also protect your rights as a human being. Please, I'm not saying you should be unruly in your approach to a practice that doesn't suit you. I know it can be very painful most times. Sadly, you still have to tread with caution even when you're on the right side of the law because these days ANYBODY FIT COLLECT! Some of these traditions are toxic and inhibit peoples progress. However, they are widely endorsed which makes them difficult to break. We are part of the society and our voice or silence will eventually frame the realities of future generations. The question now is- WHAT WILL YOU SAY?
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