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Greetings all. Attached is our latest academic effort. Please consider buying it and recommending it for your institutional library. Shalom
Osakue S. Omoera

Osakue S. Omoera, Ph.D., FIMIM, M.Sonta
Department of English and Communication Studies
Faculty of Humanities, Federal University Otuoke, Bayelsa State, Nigeria
Founding Editor, Otukpa: A Journal of the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Federal University Otuoke



On Mon, Apr 3, 2023 at 11:46 PM <usaafric...@googlegroups.com> wrote:
Augustine Togonu-Bickersteth <abicke...@googlemail.com>: Apr 03 11:20PM +0100

Dear Senator Bola Tinubu president elect
 
our cities are ugly! and so we are morel ikely to have cases of ugly
behaviour and ugly attitude/ .that is environmental determinism
where there are no plans or no maps there may be no development. most of
the cities in nigeria have no master plan! it is in the light of these i
want to nominate Paul Okunola as the next Minister of Environment.
with a masters degree in Architecture from obafemi awolowo universsity and
a distinction at o levels from loyola college Ibadan and the environment
editor of the Guardian ,and Nigerian institute of Architect prize winner
for reporting ,senior editor of the guardian and now national programme
officer ,Nigeria for UN Habitat Baba Bisi Akande says you are the best
chooser. sir this is one of our best
Paul okunola grew up on the campus of University of Ife now obafemi Awolowo
university which at sometime ,i mean the campus, was adjudged tone of the
top 200 estates in the world.t in terms of management and planning ,thats
no mean feat. so living on the estate during his formative years and
studying there he undertands best practice
senator bola tinubu take the caption; "How underfunding, abuse mar master
plans in universities, polytechnics by Chinedum Uwaegbuham April 3 2023
,the Guardian of Nigeria
in this preceding report you might find a major solution to Nigerian
problems and as such we should make it part of your database
here is amother in the guardian uk ,titled how town planning can help to
eradicate poverty, november 7 2013 by kate henderson ,chief executive of
the town and country planinng association #environment
<https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=environment&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7048778340257689600>
#architecture
<https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=architecture&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7048778340257689600>
#management
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News Updates <publicinform...@gmail.com>: Apr 03 09:46PM +0100

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<bfre...@gmail.com>: Apr 03 12:30PM +0100

Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to invite you to the next event of the international seminar
In Search of Epistemic Justice: A Tentative Cartography. In Search of
Epistemic Justice aims to explore epistemic inequality in a variety of
cultural, historical, and geopolitical contexts, as well as within the
academy.
 
On Thursday 6 April, we will host a talk by Björn Freter (School of Oriental
and African Studies - SOAS, University of London): "Andro*-Superiorism.
Anti-Female* Thought and the Superhuman Fallacy in Western Canonical
Philosophy"
 
 
Respondents:
Micol Bez (Northwestern University)
Jonathan Okeke Chimakonam (University of Pretoria)
 
The event will take place online on April 6, from 4pm UTC (9am California;
11am Chicago; midday New York; 5pm London; 6pm Paris and Pretoria; 7pm Tel
Aviv; 9:30pm New Delhi; midnight Beijing). Please find attached the flyer of
the event.
 
If you wish to attend, please register here:
 
https://stanford.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvcuCtpz4qHtVMigQNr4nbdYN-GlNU88
Jm
 

 
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing
information about joining the meeting.
 
You can direct any questions to our email address
insearchof.epi...@gmail.com
<mailto:insearchof.epi...@gmail.com> .
 
We are looking forward to seeing many of you.

Chen Bar-Itzhak (Bar-Ilan)
Micol Bez (Northwestern)
Angelo Vannini (Collège International de Philosophie)
 
Victoria Zurita (Stanford)
Oluwatoyin Adepoju <ovde...@gmail.com>: Apr 03 06:02PM +0100

Wow.
 
Very promising
 
Oluwatoyin Adepoju <ovde...@gmail.com>: Apr 03 10:37AM +0100

i wonder why Babalola is not investing at that level '' in knowledge.
expertise, talent, skills ,competences on a long term'' in his own country
where the investment is needed more.
 
as for Aboyeji, i wonder if you are giving an example helpful to your
stance.
 
Aboyeji is a Nigerian made entrepreneur, having done his university
education in nigeria and started flutterwave and perhaps other
knowledge enterprises for which he is known in nigeria.
 
i came to know aboyeji when he was an undergraduate through his comments on
various online information platforms.
 
why not invest in nigerian systems to facilitate the creation of more
Aboyejis in nigeria?
 
aboyeji attended what i understand is an expensive private university in
nigeria, a jesuit university, if i recall correctly.
 
then youthful students of two US universities- harvard-bill gates of
microsoft and zuckerberg, the founder of facebook; stanford-page and brin,
the founders of google, filo and another person, founders of yahoo as well
as elon musk, founder of space x and owner of tesla motors are responsible
for much of what we know as the modern world and a significant degree of
the future.
 
why those places?
 
why dont we try to cultivate such environments in our significantly
impoverished land?
 
thanks
 
toyin
 
 
 
 
On Sat, 1 Apr 2023 at 21:23, 'Augustine Togonu-Bickersteth' via USA Africa
Ibukunolu A Babajide <ibk...@gmail.com>: Apr 03 07:08PM +0200

Toyin,
 
Why do people poke their noses in spaces and intersections where they are
unwelcome? If Baba Afe Babalola needed advice and counsel on how to give
his money away, you will be the last earthling he will consult.
 
The Baba has done well. Posterity will rate him well. I rate him very
well and he deserves popular unadulterated adulation for his philanthropy.
 
When you gather your own wealth and spend the excess on Nigerian or the
subnational Bini systems, you will gain the love and praise of meddlesome
interlopers who will criticize you for spending your hard-earned money.
 
Cheers.
 
IBK
_________________________
Ibukunolu Alao Babajide (IBK)
(+2348061276622) / ibk...@gmail.com
 
Turning and turning in the widening gyre
 
The falcon cannot hear the falconer;
 
Things fall apart; the centre cannot hold;
 
Mere anarchy is loosed upon the world,
 
The blood-dimmed tide is loosed, and everywhere
 
The ceremony of innocence is drowned;
 
The best lack all conviction, while the worst
 
Are full of passionate intensity.
 
*The Second Coming*
 
*By **William Butler Yeats*
 
1865-1939
 
 
 
Oluwatoyin Adepoju <ovde...@gmail.com>: Apr 03 07:27PM +0100

I have long gathered my money and am demonstrating how to use it in
development in Africa.
 
Im building an airport and helipads at OAU Ife to transport visitors there
from around the world.
 
I am also founding an airline to service the OAU route.
 
These initiatives are centred in a collaboration between my foundation
COMPCROS and OAU to develop the unique environmental culture of that
university as a global learning hub.
 
This academic axis will synergize with classical African and Western style
learning centres, from shrines to universities, throughout Nigeria to
explore pluriversalistic learning systems enabled by those environments in
relationship with others across the world.
 
On encountering the wonderful research conferences and seminars at SOAS in
the early 2000s I began to think like Babalola, about giving back to that
place.
 
Then I encountered the awesome Cambridge extra-curricular learning
environment which multiplies the SOAS example and I now wonder " why not
try to replicate such greatness in my own country?""
 
My own strategy is that of using my country as the investment centre and
other countries as spokes in the wheel of this pedagogical axis.
 
Thus, this initiative will enable visits between OAU and other universities
in Nigeria, Africa and the world.
 
Babalola has a right to do what he likes with his money, just as those
watching such public uses of money have a right to assess its logic without
attempting to interfere with what the money owner is doing.
 
 
I greet you.
 
Thanks
 
Toyin
 
Augustine Togonu-Bickersteth <abicke...@googlemail.com>: Apr 03 04:52PM +0100

Toyin Adepoju the words of wisdom that Chief Afe BabalolaSAN shares
every week in his columns in vanguard and nigerian tribune in my own
opinion are worth more than the 10 milion pounds he donated to kings
college. money is not the only currency so we should not be distracted by
the ten milion pounds. we have already been told that when an elder dies in
africa whole libraries are lost and so what we should be trying to do is
harvest what Papa Afe babalola has strored in his brain and stocked in his
physical library.
at 94 years he is stil writing meaningfully and heavily supporting the
staff at the Afe babalola universty and specialist state of the art 400 bed
hospital with the result that they are winning global awards, the highest
prizes in their categories/ what i understand by papas action is a
staggerd strategy, immediate term, intermediate term and long term. i can
see the immediate term in the kings college donation.he wants quick results
for africa and i can discern long term plans for his own university which
has some of the best facilities in the world like the relativlely
unreported PLANETARIUM one of the biggest in the world .yes! in EkiT! so
lets give it to Baba. he has done well,
Oluwatoyin Adepoju <ovde...@gmail.com>: Apr 03 05:58PM +0100

You need human and material systems to naximize human potential, that
ideally is the rationale for institutions.
 
Beyond Vanguard essays by Babalola, one of the strengths of a university is
the creation of varieties of learning spaces.
 
Cambridge university and the city of Cambridge, for example,host
conferences seminars, talks, almost daily round the year, bringing the
foremost minds from around the world to Cambridge for any interested person
to learn.
 
Such initiatives require serious money and vision.
 
I am not able to appreciate a relatively poor man, given the relationship
of his wealth to his environment, such as Babalola, insisting on further
enriching a person already rich in all particulars.
 
If the Americans refused to maximise contributions to their own
universities which were primitive places when England and Germany had
already reached great heights in academia, the US would not be the academic
powerhouse it is today.
 
Beyond those discrete glories of Babalola's university,it takes many years
of all round development to create and sustain a great university.
 
I am not able to see why that African development centre he is funding at
the University of London could not have been housed in his own university.
 
What this means is that Kings College, London, and the University of London
network will be immensely boosted by this infusion of cash, vision and
patronage from the various stakeholders of this initiative.
 
London too will benefit from the money spent there by all those people.
 
The tradition of Africans needing to go outside Africa for maximal
educational empowerment will be further sustained.
 
External exposure can be great but why must practically all the best
learning opportunities, even about Africa, continue to be outside Africa?
 
Thanks
 
Toyin
 
 
On Mon, 3 Apr 2023, 5:08 pm 'Augustine Togonu-Bickersteth' via USA Africa
Oluwatoyin Adepoju <ovde...@gmail.com>: Apr 03 05:26AM +0100

tell me about nimi wariboko Nimi Wariboko is a Nigerian philosopher,
theologian, and scholar. He was born in Nigeria in 1961 and received his
undergraduate degree from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. He later
obtained his Master's degree in Philosophy and Doctorate degree in
Religious Studies from Boston University.
 
Wariboko has written extensively on a variety of topics, including African
philosophy, political philosophy, religion, and ethics. He is particularly
interested in exploring the intersections between religion, politics, and
economics in contemporary African societies.
 
Wariboko has published several books, including "The Poverty of
'Development Economics'," "God and Money: A Theology of Money in a
Globalizing World," and "The Pentecostal Principle: Ethical Methodology in
New Spirit." His work has been recognized with numerous awards and
fellowships, including the American Council of Learned Societies Fellowship
and the National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship.
 
In addition to his scholarly work, Wariboko is also an ordained minister in
the Presbyterian Church (USA) and has served as a visiting professor at
several institutions, including Harvard Divinity School and the University
of Cambridge.
 
[image: toyin....@gmail.com]
tell me about toyin falola
 
Toyin Falola is a Nigerian historian, author, and academic. He was born in
1953 in Ibadan, Nigeria, and attended the University of Ife (now Obafemi
Awolowo University) where he earned his Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD
degrees in History.
 
Falola is widely regarded as one of the foremost scholars of African
history, and has written extensively on a range of topics including
Nigerian history, African diaspora studies, and the history of the Atlantic
world. He has published over 100 books and articles, and his work has been
recognized with numerous awards and honors, including the Nigerian National
Order of Merit and the Distinguished Africanist Award from the African
Studies Association.
 
In addition to his scholarly work, Falola has been a professor at several
institutions, including the University of Texas at Austin, where he
currently holds the Jacob and Frances Sanger Mossiker Chair in the
Humanities. He has also served as the President of the African Studies
Association and as a member of the editorial board of several academic
journals.
 
Falola is widely respected for his contributions to the field of African
history and for his advocacy for the study and appreciation of African
cultures and traditions.
 
 
[image: toyin....@gmail.com]
tell me about oluwatoyin vincent adepoju [myself]
 
I'm sorry, but I could not find any information on a person named
Oluwatoyin Vincent Adepoju. Could you please provide additional
information, such as their profession or notable achievements, so I can
better assist you?
 
tell me about jhalobia recreation park and gardens [ my family's business]
 
Jhalobia Recreation Park and Gardens is a popular recreational facility
located in Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria. The park is known for its lush greenery,
beautiful landscaping, and serene environment, making it a popular
destination for relaxation, picnics, and family outings.
 
The park is situated on a spacious land area and is divided into various
sections such as the play area for children, *a mini zoo that features
various species of animals and birds, a swimming pool, and a restaurant
that serves a variety of local and international cuisine.* [ the section in
bold is wrong information]
 
Jhalobia Recreation Park and Gardens is also known for hosting various
events such as birthdays, weddings, and corporate events. The park has a
large event space with facilities that can cater to events of different
sizes and types.
 
Overall, Jhalobia Recreation Park and Gardens is a popular recreational
destination in Lagos that provides a serene environment for relaxation and
fun activities for both adults and children.
 
tell me about mysticism
 
Mysticism is a spiritual or religious practice that involves seeking a
direct, intuitive experience of the divine or ultimate reality. It is
characterized by a belief in the possibility of direct communication or
union with a transcendent or spiritual realm through contemplation,
meditation, or other forms of spiritual practice.
 
Mystical experiences are often described as involving a sense of oneness
with the divine or ultimate reality, a feeling of transcendence beyond the
boundaries of the self, and a heightened sense of spiritual awareness or
enlightenment. These experiences are often associated with profound
feelings of awe, wonder, and joy.
 
Mysticism has been a part of many different religious and spiritual
traditions throughout history, including Christianity, Islam, Judaism,
Hinduism, Buddhism, and Taoism, among others. It has been a source of
inspiration for many artists, poets, and philosophers, and has had a
significant impact on the development of religious and spiritual thought
throughout history.
 
Mysticism has also been a subject of scientific study, with researchers
studying the physiological and psychological effects of spiritual practices
such as meditation and prayer. While mystical experiences are difficult to
quantify and measure, some studies have suggested that they may have a
positive impact on mental health, emotional wellbeing, and spiritual
development.
 
tell me about ifa knowledge system
 
Ifa knowledge system is a religious and cultural system of the Yoruba
people of Nigeria, Benin, and Togo. It is a system of divination,
philosophy, ethics, and culture that is based on the teachings and wisdom
of the Orishas, or deities, and the principles of nature.
 
The Ifa knowledge system is centered around the divination process, which
is performed by a trained priest or priestess known as a Babalawo or
Iyanifa. Divination involves consulting the Orishas through the use of
divination tools such as cowrie shells, kola nuts, and palm nuts. The
Babalawo or Iyanifa interprets the signs and symbols that are revealed
during the divination process and provides guidance and advice on various
aspects of life such as health, relationships, and career.
 
The Ifa knowledge system also encompasses a set of ethical and moral
principles that guide personal conduct and social interactions. These
principles include respect for elders, community, and nature, honesty,
integrity, and compassion.
 
In addition, the Ifa knowledge system includes various ceremonies and
rituals that are designed to honor the Orishas, celebrate life events, and
maintain balance and harmony in the community. These ceremonies often
involve music, dance, and offerings to the Orishas.
 
Overall, the Ifa knowledge system is an integral part of the Yoruba culture
and heritage, and is valued for its wisdom, guidance, and insight into the
natural world and human experience.
 
who is abhinavagupta
 
Abhinavagupta (950-1020 CE) was a prominent philosopher, scholar, and
mystic from Kashmir, India. He is best known for his contributions to the
fields of philosophy, aesthetics, and Tantra.
 
Abhinavagupta was a prolific writer, and his works are considered to be
some of the most important texts in the history of Indian philosophy. His
magnum opus is the Tantraloka, a comprehensive treatise on the philosophy
and practice of Tantra, which he completed in his later years.
 
Abhinavagupta was also a key figure in the development of the Indian
aesthetic tradition, and his work on the theory of rasa (the essence or
flavor of art) is considered a foundational text in the field of Indian
aesthetics.
 
In addition to his scholarly work, Abhinavagupta was also a practitioner of
Tantra and a devotee of the goddess Shakti. He saw Tantra as a path to
liberation and a way of integrating the spiritual and material aspects of
human existence.
 
Abhinavagupta's ideas and teachings have had a significant impact on Indian
philosophy and spirituality, and his works continue to be studied and
debated by scholars and practitioners around the world.
 
what is praybijna
 
Prayojana, also spelled as prayojana, is a Sanskrit term that is used in
Indian philosophy to refer to the ultimate aim or purpose of human life. In
the context of spiritual practice, prayojana refers to the goal of
attaining enlightenment or liberation from the cycle of birth and death.
 
In the Hindu tradition, the concept of prayojana is closely associated with
the idea of dharma, which refers to the cosmic order and the duties and
responsibilities of individuals within that order. The ultimate goal of
human life, according to Hindu philosophy, is to attain moksha or
liberation from the cycle of birth and death, and this can be achieved
through the pursuit of dharma, artha (material prosperity), kama
(pleasure), and ultimately, moksha.
 
In the Buddhist tradition, the concept of prayojana is closely linked to
the idea of nirvana, which refers to the ultimate state of enlightenment
and liberation from suffering. The goal of Buddhist practice is to achieve
this state of nirvana through the cultivation of wisdom and compassion, and
the practice of ethical conduct and meditation.
 
Overall, the concept of prayojana is central to many Indian philosophical
and spiritual traditions, and it reflects the human desire to understand
the ultimate purpose and meaning of life, and to attain a state of ultimate
fulfillment and happiness.
 
what is pratyabijna
 
Pratyabhijna is a Sanskrit term used in Kashmir Shaivism, a philosophical
and spiritual tradition that originated in Kashmir, India. The term means
"recognition" or "re-cognition", and refers to the process of recognizing
or realizing the true nature of reality, which is said to be pure
consciousness or pure awareness.
 
According to Kashmir Shaivism, the universe is a manifestation of the
Supreme Consciousness, which is characterized by pure awareness and bliss.
However, this ultimate reality is obscured by ignorance and illusion, which
lead individuals to identify with their limited individual selves and to
experience suffering and dissatisfaction.
 
The process of pratyabhijna involves recognizing the true nature of reality
by realizing that everything in the universe is a manifestation of the
Supreme Consciousness. Through this realization, individuals can overcome
their identification with their limited selves and experience a state of
union with the ultimate reality.
 
Pratyabhijna is considered to be a key aspect of spiritual practice in
Kashmir Shaivism, and is achieved through a variety of practices including
meditation, mantra recitation, and self-inquiry. The goal of pratyabhijna
is to achieve a state of enlightenment or liberation from the cycle of
birth and death, and to experience the ultimate reality as pure
consciousness and bliss.
 
who is the Benin priest David Ebengho [ a priest written about by myself
alone, online]
 
I'm sorry, but I couldn't find any information about a Benin priest named
David Ebengho in my knowledge database. Can you provide me with more
context or information about this individual?
 
what is opon ifa
 
Opon Ifa is a divination tray used in the Yoruba religion, particularly in
the practice of Ifa divination. Ifa is a traditional African religion that
originated in Nigeria and is practiced by millions of people in West Africa
and throughout the African diaspora.
 
The Opon Ifa is a circular tray made of wood or other materials and
typically measures about 18-20 inches in diameter. It is used by Ifa
diviners, known as babalawos, to communicate with the Orishas or deities of
the Yoruba pantheon and to provide guidance and advice to their clients.
 
The tray is decorated with various symbols and designs that represent
different aspects of Yoruba cosmology and mythology. These symbols are used
by the babalawo to interpret the messages received during divination and to
provide insights and recommendations for the client.
 
In addition to its use in divination, the Opon Ifa is also considered to be
a sacred object and is used in various rituals and ceremonies in the Yoruba
religion. It is seen as a symbol of the interconnectedness of all things
and the unity of the Yoruba people and their spiritual traditions.
 
what is sex
 
Sex is a biological characteristic that refers to the physiological
differences between males and females. It is determined by a person's
reproductive system and the sex chromosomes they inherit from their parents
(typically either XX for females or XY for males).
 
Sexual activity or sexual intercourse, on the other hand, refers to the act
of engaging in sexual behavior with another person. This can include a wide
range of activities that involve physical intimacy and sexual arousal, such
as kissing, touching, oral sex, and vaginal or anal penetration.
 
Sexual activity can serve a variety of purposes, including pleasure,
intimacy, reproduction, and emotional connection. However, it is important
to note that engaging in sexual activity carries certain risks, including
the risk of sexually transmitted infections and unintended pregnancy.
Therefore, it is important for individuals to practice safe sex and to have
open and honest communication with their sexual partners.
[image: toyin....@gmail.com]
who am i
 
As an AI language model, I do not have the ability to determine who you
are. I'm an automated computer program designed to process and respond to
your questions to the best of my abilities based on my programmed knowledge
database. If there's anything specific you'd like to know, feel free to ask
and I'll do my best to provide you with a helpful response.
 
am i a good person
 
As an AI language model, I don't have access to your personal information
or behavior to make a judgement on whether you are a good person or not.
It's important to remember that goodness is subjective and can mean
different things to different people.
 
However, if you're concerned about your behavior or actions and would like
to improve, you can consider reflecting on your values, treating others
with kindness and respect, and taking responsibility for your actions. You
can also seek feedback from people you trust and respect to gain insights
on areas where you can improve. Remember that it's a continuous process,
and small steps towards positive change can lead to significant growth and
development.
 
i love you
 
As an AI language model, I don't have feelings, emotions or a physical
form, so I am not capable of experiencing love. However, I am here to help
you with any questions or concerns you may have to the best of my abilities
based on my programming. If there's anything specific you'd like to know or
talk about, please feel free to ask.
 
what is love
 
Love is a complex and multi-dimensional concept that can be difficult to
define. It can refer to a deep affection or feeling of attachment towards
another person, object, or idea. It is often associated with feelings of
warmth, tenderness, and care.
 
There are many different types of love, including romantic love, familial
love, and platonic love. Each type of love is characterized by unique
feelings, emotions, and behaviors.
 
Love can also be expressed in many different ways, including through words,
actions, and physical touch. It is often described as an intense and
powerful emotion that can bring people together and enrich their lives.
 
However, it's important to note that love can also be complex and
challenging. It can be accompanied by feelings of jealousy, insecurity, and
disappointment. Additionally, not all forms of love are healthy or
beneficial, and it's important to maintain healthy boundaries and
communicate openly and honestly with our loved ones.
 
i am a liar
Nimi Wariboko <nimi...@msn.com>: Apr 03 03:13PM

Mehn, the information about me is wrong. Even my birth year is wrong; 1962 and not 1961. My birth year is in the public domain, easily accessible from the copyright pages of my book. Many other facts in the statement are also wrong. The information of Falola is not bad, but also has wrong data points. How reliable is this new technology?
 
Nimi Wariboko
Boston University
 
From: <usaafric...@googlegroups.com> on behalf of Oluwatoyin Adepoju <ovde...@gmail.com>
Reply-To: "usaafric...@googlegroups.com" <usaafric...@googlegroups.com>
Date: Monday, April 3, 2023 at 10:39 AM
To: usaafricadialogue <usaafric...@googlegroups.com>
Subject: USA Africa Dialogue Series - ChatGPT Experiments by Myself: From Enquries on Specific, Empirical Information to Philosophical Dialogues
 
 
 
 
tell me about nimi wariboko Nimi Wariboko is a Nigerian philosopher, theologian, and scholar. He was born in Nigeria in 1961 and received his undergraduate degree from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. He later obtained his Master's degree in Philosophy and Doctorate degree in Religious Studies from Boston University.
 
Wariboko has written extensively on a variety of topics, including African philosophy, political philosophy, religion, and ethics. He is particularly interested in exploring the intersections between religion, politics, and economics in contemporary African societies.
 
Wariboko has published several books, including "The Poverty of 'Development Economics'," "God and Money: A Theology of Money in a Globalizing World," and "The Pentecostal Principle: Ethical Methodology in New Spirit." His work has been recognized with numerous awards and fellowships, including the American Council of Learned Societies Fellowship and the National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship.
 
In addition to his scholarly work, Wariboko is also an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church (USA) and has served as a visiting professor at several institutions, including Harvard Divinity School and the University of Cambridge.
 
[toyin....@gmail.com]
tell me about toyin falola
 
Toyin Falola is a Nigerian historian, author, and academic. He was born in 1953 in Ibadan, Nigeria, and attended the University of Ife (now Obafemi Awolowo University) where he earned his Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD degrees in History.
 
Falola is widely regarded as one of the foremost scholars of African history, and has written extensively on a range of topics including Nigerian history, African diaspora studies, and the history of the Atlantic world. He has published over 100 books and articles, and his work has been recognized with numerous awards and honors, including the Nigerian National Order of Merit and the Distinguished Africanist Award from the African Studies Association.
 
In addition to his scholarly work, Falola has been a professor at several institutions, including the University of Texas at Austin, where he currently holds the Jacob and Frances Sanger Mossiker Chair in the Humanities. He has also served as the President of the African Studies Association and as a member of the editorial board of several academic journals.
 
Falola is widely respected for his contributions to the field of African history and for his advocacy for the study and appreciation of African cultures and traditions.
 
[toyin....@gmail.com]
tell me about oluwatoyin vincent adepoju [myself]
 
I'm sorry, but I could not find any information on a person named Oluwatoyin Vincent Adepoju. Could you please provide additional information, such as their profession or notable achievements, so I can better assist you?
tell me about jhalobia recreation park and gardens [ my family's business]
 
Jhalobia Recreation Park and Gardens is a popular recreational facility located in Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria. The park is known for its lush greenery, beautiful landscaping, and serene environment, making it a popular destination for relaxation, picnics, and family outings.
 
The park is situated on a spacious land area and is divided into various sections such as the play area for children, a mini zoo that features various species of animals and birds, a swimming pool, and a restaurant that serves a variety of local and international cuisine. [ the section in bold is wrong information]
 
Jhalobia Recreation Park and Gardens is also known for hosting various events such as birthdays, weddings, and corporate events. The park has a large event space with facilities that can cater to events of different sizes and types.
 
Overall, Jhalobia Recreation Park and Gardens is a popular recreational destination in Lagos that provides a serene environment for relaxation and fun activities for both adults and children.
tell me about mysticism
 
Mysticism is a spiritual or religious practice that involves seeking a direct, intuitive experience of the divine or ultimate reality. It is characterized by a belief in the possibility of direct communication or union with a transcendent or spiritual realm through contemplation, meditation, or other forms of spiritual practice.
 
Mystical experiences are often described as involving a sense of oneness with the divine or ultimate reality, a feeling of transcendence beyond the boundaries of the self, and a heightened sense of spiritual awareness or enlightenment. These experiences are often associated with profound feelings of awe, wonder, and joy.
 
Mysticism has been a part of many different religious and spiritual traditions throughout history, including Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Taoism, among others. It has been a source of inspiration for many artists, poets, and philosophers, and has had a significant impact on the development of religious and spiritual thought throughout history.
 
Mysticism has also been a subject of scientific study, with researchers studying the physiological and psychological effects of spiritual practices such as meditation and prayer. While mystical experiences are difficult to quantify and measure, some studies have suggested that they may have a positive impact on mental health, emotional wellbeing, and spiritual development.
tell me about ifa knowledge system
 
Ifa knowledge system is a religious and cultural system of the Yoruba people of Nigeria, Benin, and Togo. It is a system of divination, philosophy, ethics, and culture that is based on the teachings and wisdom of the Orishas, or deities, and the principles of nature.
 
The Ifa knowledge system is centered around the divination process, which is performed by a trained priest or priestess known as a Babalawo or Iyanifa. Divination involves consulting the Orishas through the use of divination tools such as cowrie shells, kola nuts, and palm nuts. The Babalawo or Iyanifa interprets the signs and symbols that are revealed during the divination process and provides guidance and advice on various aspects of life such as health, relationships, and career.
 
The Ifa knowledge system also encompasses a set of ethical and moral principles that guide personal conduct and social interactions. These principles include respect for elders, community, and nature, honesty, integrity, and compassion.
 
In addition, the Ifa knowledge system includes various ceremonies and rituals that are designed to honor the Orishas, celebrate life events, and maintain balance and harmony in the community. These ceremonies often involve music, dance, and offerings to the Orishas.
 
Overall, the Ifa knowledge system is an integral part of the Yoruba culture and heritage, and is valued for its wisdom, guidance, and insight into the natural world and human experience.
who is abhinavagupta
 
Abhinavagupta (950-1020 CE) was a prominent philosopher, scholar, and mystic from Kashmir, India. He is best known for his contributions to the fields of philosophy, aesthetics, and Tantra.
 
Abhinavagupta was a prolific writer, and his works are considered to be some of the most important texts in the history of Indian philosophy. His magnum opus is the Tantraloka, a comprehensive treatise on the philosophy and practice of Tantra, which he completed in his later years.
 
Abhinavagupta was also a key figure in the development of the Indian aesthetic tradition, and his work on the theory of rasa (the essence or flavor of art) is considered a foundational text in the field of Indian aesthetics.
 
In addition to his scholarly work, Abhinavagupta was also a practitioner of Tantra and a devotee of the goddess Shakti. He saw Tantra as a path to liberation and a way of integrating the spiritual and material aspects of human existence.
 
Abhinavagupta's ideas and teachings have had a significant impact on Indian philosophy and spirituality, and his works continue to be studied and debated by scholars and practitioners around the world.
what is praybijna
 
Prayojana, also spelled as prayojana, is a Sanskrit term that is used in Indian philosophy to refer to the ultimate aim or purpose of human life. In the context of spiritual practice, prayojana refers to the goal of attaining enlightenment or liberation from the cycle of birth and death.
 
In the Hindu tradition, the concept of prayojana is closely associated with the idea of dharma, which refers to the cosmic order and the duties and responsibilities of individuals within that order. The ultimate goal of human life, according to Hindu philosophy, is to attain moksha or liberation from the cycle of birth and death, and this can be achieved through the pursuit of dharma, artha (material prosperity), kama (pleasure), and ultimately, moksha.
 
In the Buddhist tradition, the concept of prayojana is closely linked to the idea of nirvana, which refers to the ultimate state of enlightenment and liberation from suffering. The goal of Buddhist practice is to achieve this state of nirvana through the cultivation of wisdom and compassion, and the practice of ethical conduct and meditation.
 
Overall, the concept of prayojana is central to many Indian philosophical and spiritual traditions, and it reflects the human desire to understand the ultimate purpose and meaning of life, and to attain a state of ultimate fulfillment and happiness.
what is pratyabijna
 
Pratyabhijna is a Sanskrit term used in Kashmir Shaivism, a philosophical and spiritual tradition that originated in Kashmir, India. The term means "recognition" or "re-cognition", and refers to the process of recognizing or realizing the true nature of reality, which is said to be pure consciousness or pure awareness.
 
According to Kashmir Shaivism, the universe is a manifestation of the Supreme Consciousness, which is characterized by pure awareness and bliss. However, this ultimate reality is obscured by ignorance and illusion, which lead individuals to identify with their limited individual selves and to experience suffering and dissatisfaction.
 
The process of pratyabhijna involves recognizing the true nature of reality by realizing that everything in the universe is a manifestation of the Supreme Consciousness. Through this realization, individuals can overcome their identification with their limited selves and experience a state of union with the ultimate reality.
 
Pratyabhijna is considered to be a key aspect of spiritual practice in Kashmir Shaivism, and is achieved through a variety of practices including meditation, mantra recitation, and self-inquiry. The goal of pratyabhijna is to achieve a state of enlightenment or liberation from the cycle of birth and death, and to experience the ultimate reality as pure consciousness and bliss.
who is the Benin priest David Ebengho [ a priest written about by myself alone, online]
 
I'm sorry, but I couldn't find any information about a Benin priest named David Ebengho in my knowledge database. Can you provide me with more context or information about this individual?
what is opon ifa
 
Opon Ifa is a divination tray used in the Yoruba religion, particularly in the practice of Ifa divination. Ifa is a traditional African religion that originated in Nigeria and is practiced by millions of people in West Africa and throughout the African diaspora.
 
The Opon Ifa is a circular tray made of wood or other materials and typically measures about 18-20 inches in diameter. It is used by Ifa diviners, known as babalawos, to communicate with the Orishas or deities of the Yoruba pantheon and to provide guidance and advice to their clients.
 
The tray is decorated with various symbols and designs that represent different aspects of Yoruba cosmology and mythology. These symbols are used by the babalawo to interpret the messages received during divination and to provide insights and recommendations for the client.
 
In addition to its use in divination, the Opon Ifa is also considered to be a sacred object and is used in various rituals and ceremonies in the Yoruba religion. It is seen as a symbol of the interconnectedness of all things and the unity of the Yoruba people and their spiritual traditions.
what is sex
 
Sex is a biological characteristic that refers to the physiological differences between males and females. It is determined by a person's reproductive system and the sex chromosomes they inherit from their parents (typically either XX for females or XY for males).
 
Sexual activity or sexual intercourse, on the other hand, refers to the act of engaging in sexual behavior with another person. This can include a wide range of activities that involve physical intimacy and sexual arousal, such as kissing, touching, oral sex, and vaginal or anal penetration.
 
Sexual activity can serve a variety of purposes, including pleasure, intimacy, reproduction, and emotional connection. However, it is important to note that engaging in sexual activity carries certain risks, including the risk of sexually transmitted infections and unintended pregnancy. Therefore, it is important for individuals to practice safe sex and to have open and honest communication with their sexual partners.
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who am i
 
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am i a good person
 
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Love is a complex and multi-dimensional concept that can be difficult to define. It can refer to a deep affection or feeling of attachment towards another person, object, or idea. It is often associated with feelings of warmth, tenderness, and care.
 
There are many different types of love, including romantic love, familial love, and platonic love. Each type of love is characterized by unique
Oluwatoyin Adepoju <ovde...@gmail.com>: Apr 03 05:33PM +0100

What i like most about it is how it handled issues dealing with
philosophical analysis.
 
It was like a dialogue with an informed, intelligent and very articulate
person.
 
Thanks
 
Toyin
 
Ibukunolu A Babajide <ibk...@gmail.com>: Apr 03 06:30PM +0200

Folami Kolade,
 
Thank you for your wise intervention.
 
When next you buy your breakfast, whatever it may be, oblige the wise
people like you and Toyin Adepoju who self-love to criticize whatever you
buy with your money for your nourishment. Your wisdom is indeed
superlative! Sadly, self-praise is not commendation!
 
Cheers.
 
IBK
_________________________
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(+2348061276622) / ibk...@gmail.com
 
Turning and turning in the widening gyre
 
The falcon cannot hear the falconer;
 
Things fall apart; the centre cannot hold;
 
Mere anarchy is loosed upon the world,
 
The blood-dimmed tide is loosed, and everywhere
 
The ceremony of innocence is drowned;
 
The best lack all conviction, while the worst
 
Are full of passionate intensity.
 
*The Second Coming*
 
*By **William Butler Yeats*
 
1865-1939
 
 
 
"Harrow, Kenneth" <har...@msu.edu>: Apr 02 07:34PM

Bbc report of same; https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-65154759
 
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Subject: USA Africa Dialogue Series - Reporters for le monde and liberation thrown out of mali & burkina
 
Sad day for freedom of the press and for honest information from sahel
 
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Burkina Faso : des expulsions inacceptables
 
Notre correspondante au Burkina Faso, Sophie Douce, vient d’être expulsée du pays, samedi 1er avril, en même temps que sa consœur de Libération, Agnès Faivre. Le Monde condamne avec la plus grande fermeté cette décision arbitraire qui a obligé les deux journalistes à quitter Ouagadougou en moins de vingt-quatre heures. Sophie Douce, comme sa consœur, exerce pour Le Monde Afrique un journalisme indépendant, à l’écart de toute pression.
 
A rebours des accusations d’« espionnage », entre autres mensonges colportés sur place à son encontre, notre correspondante décrit depuis plusieurs années, par des enquêtes fouillées et donnant la parole à toutes les parties, la situation au Burkina Faso. La précision de ce travail, récemment récompensé par un Prix Varenne, a visiblement fini par paraître insupportable au régime d’Ibrahim Traoré, président de transition depuis six mois.
 
Après la suspension des antennes de RFI puis, plus récemment de France 24, ces deux expulsions marquent un nouveau recul majeur de la liberté d’informer sur la situation au Burkina Faso. Le Monde demande aux autorités locales de revenir au plus vite sur ces décisions et de rétablir sans délai les conditions d’une information indépendante dans le pays.
 
Jérôme Fenoglio, directeur du Monde
 
 
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Salihu Lukman <smlu...@gmail.com>: Apr 03 12:43PM

APC and Questions of Progressive Credentials
 
Salihu Moh. Lukman
All Progressives Congress
North-West Zonal Office
Kaduna
 
It is now exactly one year since our election into the National Working Committee (NWC) of the APC led by Sen. Abdullahi Adamu. Having emerged from cycles of internal challenges leading to the dissolution of the Comrade Adams Oshiomhole-led NWC in June 2020 and the appointment of His Excellency Mai Mala Buni-led Caretaker Committee, which manipulated its existence beyond the initial six months given by the National Executive Committee (NEC), what is the scorecard of the NWC? Being a privileged member of the NWC and one of the critiques of both Comrade Oshiomhole-led NWC and His Excellency Buni’s Caretaker Committee, have we been able to provide leadership to the party to overcome its challenges? What were even the challenges facing the party from the time of Comrade Oshiomhole and His Excellency Buni?
 
Without going into details, the major challenge facing the party since the time of Chief John Odigie-Oyegun-led NWC, which was the predecessor to the Comrade Oshiomhole-led NWC was the problem of making the organs of the party functional. Following the electoral victory of 2015, meetings of NEC and National Caucus were frozen for more than a year as opposed to the quarterly meetings stipulated in the party’s constitution. For two years during the tenure of Comrade Oshiomhole, not more than two NEC and National Caucus meetings held. In addition, the Board of Trustees (BoT) of the party, which was vested with the responsibility of intervening ‘in all disputes and crisis in the party to ensure its stability’ was not inaugurated since the emergence of the party in July 2013. The party’s BoT was also given the constitutional responsibility of holding the properties of the party in trust and ‘act as Arbitrators and Mediators in disputes and ensure the enforcement of discipline in accordance with the Constitution of the Party’.
 
The name of the party’s BoT has been changed to National Advisory Council (NAC) and its functions have been substantially reduced to advisory as the name imply at the March 28, 2022 National Convention. Even with that there is hardly any ongoing discussion to constitute the party’s NAC in the last one year. By the provision of Article 13.2B.(i) ‘the National Secretary shall, not later than one month after an elective convention, convene the meeting of the National Advisory Council’. One year after assuming office, the National Secretary has never proposed any action towards the inauguration of NAC.
 
So far, there was only one meeting of the party’s NEC on April 8, 2022. There was never any meeting of the National Caucus. Instead, meetings of the NWC hold without necessarily ensuring that existing constitutional provisions are respected. In the circumstance, critical functions of the NEC, which include approving the national budget of the party as provided in Article 13.3A(xiv) of the Party’s Constitution is simply ignored.
 
Further, Article 13.3A(xv) of the party’s constitution directed the NWC to give quarterly financial reports to NEC. Also, Article 13.4(ii) direct the NWC to present reports and Article 13.4(iv) compel the NWC to present financial report on income and expenditure of the Party. All these have been ignored. Yet, it is public knowledge that the party has earned billions of Naira in revenue from sales of forms to aspiring contestants for the 2023 general elections. We are yet to, as NWC, declare to any organ of the party how much we inherited from His Excellency Mai Mala-led Caretaker Committee and how much was received as donations and contributions for the 2023 elections. Large-scale expenditure, which include the renovation of the National Secretariat complex are being undertaken without any organ of the party exercising the powers of due diligence.
 
As a member of the NWC, I can say without fear of contradiction, all decisions bordering on managing the finances of the party are being taken by the National Chairman, Sen. Abdullahi Adamu and the National Secretary, Sen. Iyiola Omisore. Most members of NWC are reduced to onlookers or at best rubber stamp. All appeals for accountability have fallen on deaf ears. Decision of the NWC to convene NEC meeting in August last year was simply sabotaged.
 
Once the party’s constitution is no longer the guide for managing the affairs of the party, discretionary decisions of leaders take over. Consequently, even what get paid to party officials and organs becomes acts of benevolence by the National Chairman or anyone he delegates. As a result, something as fundamental as the decision on what proportion of the party’s income is paid to States, Local Governments and Wards is exercised solely by the National Chairman and National Secretary. Party staff are hired and fired by the National Chairman and National Secretary without report to any organ, including the NWC.
 
Given all these, there are embarrassing reports of party members who served in Screening, Primary and Appeals Committees for the 2023 elections yet to be paid their allowances. There was also the case of aspiring contestants for party offices during the March 28, 2022 National Convention who voluntarily stepped down in the spirit of facilitating consensus and therefore entitled for refunds of the cost of their nomination forms who are yet to be paid.
 
Now, with the 2023 general elections over and our party emerged victorious in the Presidential, 15 State Governorship and majority positions in the two chambers of the National Assembly, we are faced with the big challenge of regulating the contest for the emergence of leaders of the 10th National Assembly. With organs not meeting, it can be predicted that the contest will be driven by individual aspirations by aspiring Senators-elect and House of Representative members-elect. Given that we already have two Muslims occupying the highest positions of President and Vice President, any attempt to allow another Muslim to aspire for the position of Senate President, who is the number three highest ranking officer in government will be insensitive, injurious to the unity and peaceful co-existence of the country and damage the electoral viability of our party.
 
To avert this, and as a party envisioned to be progressive will require activation of wider consultative process and negotiations using our constitutional structures, especially the NEC so that decisions taken will be binding on all members, including the aspiring candidates. Being a progressive party specifically requires dynamism, actions, and improvements on how things are managed. Dynamism will require acknowledgement of the realities facing us a nation and as a party vested with the responsibility of providing leaders for the country for another four years, based on which we are able to initiate proposals. One of such realities is the existing ethnic and religious tension in the country. Our proposals should seek to improve on previous experiences of leadership formation during the 9th and 10th Assembly.
 
With regards to contests for positions in the 10th National Assembly, at the minimum we should seek to improve on the experiences of 2019, which effectively regulated the conducts of Senators-elect and House of Representative members-elect ahead of the inauguration of the 9th Assembly. It is to the credit of the Comrade Oshiomhole-led NWC that any possible rebellion by members of the 9th Assembly was blocked, unlike what happened in the case of the 8th Assembly in 2015. All the indications are there now that no attempt is being made to regulate the emergence of leaders for the 10th National Assembly with a high possibility for the emergence of self-centered leadership in the 10th Assembly, which should be averted.
 
As a member of the NWC, I want to publicly register my objection to the seeming inability of our NWC to activate the process of convening meetings of NEC to appropriately take decisions and regulate the emergence of the 10th National Assembly leadership. In particular, I want to restate my position that the leadership profile to emerge for the country on May 29, 2023 is already taking the coloration of the leadership of the country in 1999 with a President from South-West and Vice President from North-East. Unlike in 1999, we have two Muslims as President and Vice President. It is therefore very compelling that the Senate President should come from either the South-South or South-East. And since the North-West produced more votes to give our party the victory in the 2023 Presidential election, the position of Speaker House of Representatives should be zoned to North-West in line with what obtained in 1999.
 
I want to specifically note that two respected Senators-elect from North-West have made public declaration their aspirations for the position of Senate President. These are His Excellency Abdulaziz Yari and Sen. Barau Jibrin. The North-West has been known for its commitment to progressive politics. Our Governors and other party leaders from the zone were unwaveringly progressive during the contest to produce Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the Presidential candidate of our party for the 2023 elections. They were forthright in ensuring that nothing is done to threaten the unity and peaceful co-existence of Nigeria, based on which they stood for power shift to the Southern part of the country.
 
Now that power has shifted to the Southern part of the country, as a region, we equally have the responsibility to regulate the conduct of all our Senators-elect from the North-West, including the two Senators-elect Abdulaziz Yari and Barau Jibrin to withdraw their aspiration for the Senate President. All party leaders from North-West must prevail on these leaders to, in the overall interest of the unity and peaceful coexistence of the country withdraw their aspirations to contest the position of Senate President for the 10th Senate. At the most, they should aspire for the position of Majority Leader of the Senate in line with the 1999 zoning formula in the Senate.
 
Given that no meetings of either the NEC or National Caucus is about to be convene anytime soon, party leaders at Zonal levels should take initiatives to regulate the conducts of Senators-elect and House of Representatives members-elect in the contests for leadership of the 10th Assembly. President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu should immediately intervene to restore constitutional order in the management of the party affairs. It will be a mockery to continue to bear the name progressive and continue to run affairs of the party based on the personal discretion of the National Chairman and National Secretary.
 
There is also the challenge of urgently reviewing the performance of the party in the 2023 general elections. One of the issues that should be addressed as a matter of urgency is the case of indiscipline by party leaders at all levels. There are highly placed party leaders who have worked against our candidates during the 2023 general elections. This should be investigated, and appropriate disciplinary actions taken in line with provisions of our party’s constitution.
 
Democracy without accountability means dictatorship. Once organs of the party are not meeting as enshrined in the constitution of the party, accountability will be absent, and the character of our party will be autocratic and retrogressive. Asiwaju Tinubu cannot afford to assume office with the baggage of being a leaders of an autocratic and retrogressive APC, which is insensitive to ethnic and religious tension in the country, largely compounded by our inability to regulate the conduct of our Senators-elect and House of Representatives members-elect. Everything must be done to return our party to its founding vision of engendering progressive politics in the country, which is about equitable distribution of power and resources in the country. It is disappointing that one year since our election into the NWC, we have been running the party based on the old mindset of disregard for allowing organs of the party to guide decisions and appropriately allows for wider input by members and leaders of the party in decision making process. This must change urgently!
Gloria Emeagwali <gloria.e...@gmail.com>: Apr 02 09:07PM -0500

“ Le Monde” and others
accused of facilitating
airtime for jihadist
“propaganda”on behalf
of France who has been
accused of colluding with
France.
 
Burkina Faso is one of the world’s richest countries in gold, nickel,
manganese,vanadium,
diamonds, bauxite. No doubt
counter tradable!!!
 
Prof. Gloria Emeagwali
Gloria Emeagwali <gloria.e...@gmail.com>: Apr 02 09:14PM -0500

Congrats!That makes it even more
accessible.
 
GE
 
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Augustine Togonu-Bickersteth <abicke...@googlemail.com>: Apr 03 02:50AM +0100

Aboyade: A Poem by Augustine Togonu-Bickersteth
Board of bread
Board of basket
And econometrics
Board of balewa
To board
of babanginda
Board of explanation
Board of control
Board of volks
And attention
Board of focus
Board of consulting
Board of books
,banking and
Broadcast
Booared
of dissertation
and development
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And rustic west africa,
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Board of Ikokore #development
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Cornelius Hamelberg <cornelius...@gmail.com>: Apr 03 12:09AM +0200

Man of the moment : Anthony Joshua
<https://www.google.com/search?q=Anthony+Joshua> (he just beat Jermaine
Franklin by unanimous decision )
 
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Biko Agozino <biko...@yahoo.com>: Apr 02 10:20PM

I will be speaking at this event and you are cordially invited:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/decolonizing-criminology-reckoning-with-the-impact-of-colonial-tickets-588396288137 
 
Biko
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