LGBT

I have always thought - does my liberal judgements make me a saint or sinner?

Until recently, I have come to realise that I inadvertently delay judgement in order to cope with the increasing pressure to bow to controversial populist views of the status-quo; or empathize with victims of marginalization.

On the issue of the recent anti-gay legislation in Nigeria, once again, I delay my judgement.

However, I wish to remind those openly supporting or disavowing  the polity, to be aware of the risk that this law might pose to the freedom of the many other minorities that make up Nigeria.

Because it seems to be a popular legislation, does not mean that we should sacrifice other hard-earned civil liberties alongside it. Everybody must be carried along.

It can be argued that there are other equally popular views in Nigeria that are yet to be legislated, or enforced, but seem to be blatantly ignored, why this one...why now?

For the absolute 'rule of law' to prevail in our democracy, populist, or any segmented views or interpretations must be secondary.

If we refer to the constitution as base for our laws, we must refrain from celebrating, or condoning any misplaced, or contradicting laws that serves only to promote political, religious, and/or cultural views and agenda while; rubbishing the basic constitutional  and human rights of Nigerian citizens.

2015 seems too soon, It appears that we have given up our right to decide our fate, as a democratic nation. We also stand a risk of eventually losing a lot more!
Popular guys with misplaced priorities, who gamble with the basic needs of the majority and; seem oblivious to the importance of protecting the rights of the minorities, must not win this war.

It is high time that well meaning, new-generation Nigerians be actively involved in managing the diversity of cultures, religions, and all the complexities that makes up Nigeria.
Stop sacrificing your rights and freedom to popular theories and mediocre politicians.The risk of being mere observers and complainers, as we often come to realise, is too far too severe to be ignored!