Abdul Mutallib Muktar
It will really be reasonable, vital and paramount to start by citing an instance that is actually relevant to this thought-provoking article. Common sense would, in fact, tell everyone that for one to drive out darkness, one must surely use light. This shows how senseless and silly it would be when one continue to struggle against darkness by using yet another darkness instead of light. Same applicable to hatred which stands as the focal point of my writing. Hatred cannot be driven out by hatred; only love can do that, no matter how.
The stark reality shows how Nigerian 21st century era is characterised by hatred and disunity which brought up the title, 'The Era of Hatred'. It is doubtless and indisputably known by all and sundry here in this country that hatred becomes an inferno that virtually gutted everywhere. Stupidity and silliness has made us disintegrated ourselves out of ourselves. We have violently hammered the sharp nail of hatred into our hearts that are meant for love of one another.
The two major religions we have in Nigeria primarily promote peace and unity. It is however, bothersome and worrisome how a Muslim hates his Christian brother or Christian hates his Muslim brother. In this case, we degenerated to the primitive life of war and warship. What continues itching my heart is the denominations in the religions with Islam in mind. Gory tale it is to be told about the persistent hatred between Dariqa, Izala and Shia, three major creeds of Islam in Nigeria; they call themselves unbelievers. Whenever an unfortunate experience happens to one among them, others cheer and celebrate with all gusto and glee. This is more common in the North.
The Era of Hatred can only be fought by the Fighters for Love; we shall all be such fighters. We are deceiving ourselves when we erroneously believe that hatred can drive out hatred - only love can do that. Let's stop to tear the blanket of brotherhood and neighborliness. Let's stop to torture the precious peace that will only sustain us. Let's say no to hatred. Please, it is time to put the feet of the younger ones in the boots of unity, so that when they walk, they would certainly know they are with others, and for that, respect and tolerate their differences: indeed, the next generation would find itself refined and transformed. Let peace reign between Muslims and Christians and indeed other religions. Between the Islamic sects, let's give peace and unity a chance. The best way to call others to your religion or sect is by being kind and generous to them not by raining insults and rekindling the fire of hatred.
It will really be reasonable, vital and paramount to start by citing an instance that is actually relevant to this thought-provoking article. Common sense would, in fact, tell everyone that for one to drive out darkness, one must surely use light. This shows how senseless and silly it would be when one continue to struggle against darkness by using yet another darkness instead of light. Same applicable to hatred which stands as the focal point of my writing. Hatred cannot be driven out by hatred; only love can do that, no matter how.
The stark reality shows how Nigerian 21st century era is characterised by hatred and disunity which brought up the title, 'The Era of Hatred'. It is doubtless and indisputably known by all and sundry here in this country that hatred becomes an inferno that virtually gutted everywhere. Stupidity and silliness has made us disintegrated ourselves out of ourselves. We have violently hammered the sharp nail of hatred into our hearts that are meant for love of one another.
The two major religions we have in Nigeria primarily promote peace and unity. It is however, bothersome and worrisome how a Muslim hates his Christian brother or Christian hates his Muslim brother. In this case, we degenerated to the primitive life of war and warship. What continues itching my heart is the denominations in the religions with Islam in mind. Gory tale it is to be told about the persistent hatred between Dariqa, Izala and Shia, three major creeds of Islam in Nigeria; they call themselves unbelievers. Whenever an unfortunate experience happens to one among them, others cheer and celebrate with all gusto and glee. This is more common in the North.
The Era of Hatred can only be fought by the Fighters for Love; we shall all be such fighters. We are deceiving ourselves when we erroneously believe that hatred can drive out hatred - only love can do that. Let's stop to tear the blanket of brotherhood and neighborliness. Let's stop to torture the precious peace that will only sustain us. Let's say no to hatred. Please, it is time to put the feet of the younger ones in the boots of unity, so that when they walk, they would certainly know they are with others, and for that, respect and tolerate their differences: indeed, the next generation would find itself refined and transformed. Let peace reign between Muslims and Christians and indeed other religions. Between the Islamic sects, let's give peace and unity a chance. The best way to call others to your religion or sect is by being kind and generous to them not by raining insults and rekindling the fire of hatred.
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