Anither563:
This is not a letter. It's a hate filled rant. Oby has become a shadow of her former self.

This is when you will hear her voice.

But when IPOB kill Igbos and burn down police stations in the East, she is silent.

JAPAN POPULATION: 123 million.

ANNUAL BUDGET: $757 BILLION.

NIGERIA POPULATION: 240 million.

ANNUAL BUDGET: $35 BILLION.

Expecting Nigeria to provide the kind of services Japan provides is just IGNORANT.

Nigeria is a very poor country compared to Japan. We just need to keep diversifying away from oil, because that oil income you think you have is just a pittance.

Righteousness2:


Tell that to your Daddy!
Mannerless kid who lacks proper home trainning

Ewu......Grown man carrying European invaders' religion on his head like a mumu.

I asked AI (ChatGpt) how the AI revolution will impact Nigeria by 2050.

Here was its response:


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How AI Will Transform Nigeria by 2050

As the world rapidly evolves, artificial intelligence (AI) stands out as a transformative force that could reshape economies, societies, and governments. In Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation and largest economy, AI holds unprecedented promise to unlock latent potential and address complex challenges by 2050. Nigeria’s transformation through AI could propel it to become a global leader in technology, development, and economic resilience. However, harnessing AI effectively will depend on critical investments in infrastructure, education, governance, and responsible AI deployment. Here, we explore how AI could reshape Nigeria across several domains.

1. Economic Growth and Diversification

Nigeria’s economy has traditionally relied on oil exports, making it vulnerable to global price fluctuations. AI offers an opportunity to diversify by expanding sectors like agriculture, finance, and manufacturing. In agriculture, AI-driven precision farming can boost crop yields by analyzing soil health, weather patterns, and crop diseases, making agriculture more efficient and productive. Smart farming methods, including drones, sensors, and machine learning algorithms, can minimize resource wastage and improve food security, directly benefiting over 30% of the Nigerian workforce employed in agriculture.

The manufacturing sector will also experience a transformation as AI enhances automation and quality control. By 2050, AI could power predictive maintenance systems, reducing downtime and maximizing output. Furthermore, it can help integrate Nigeria more deeply into the global supply chain, fostering a homegrown manufacturing industry less reliant on imports.


2. Education and Skill Development

With a rapidly growing population, Nigeria faces significant challenges in providing quality education to all its citizens. AI can be instrumental in filling gaps within Nigeria’s educational system, especially in remote and underserved areas. AI-driven platforms could offer personalized learning experiences, tailored to individual learning paces and strengths, thereby helping millions of students overcome barriers to quality education. By 2050, Nigeria could witness the widespread use of AI tutors, digital classrooms, and language-processing technologies, making education accessible to all, regardless of geographic location or economic background.

Furthermore, as AI reshapes the job market, Nigerian workers will require new skills to thrive in AI-driven industries. Government initiatives, supported by private sectors, could prioritize AI-focused curricula in schools, universities, and vocational centers to develop a tech-savvy workforce capable of building and managing AI systems. Such a workforce could attract international AI firms and boost local startups, transforming Nigeria into an AI and tech innovation hub in Africa.


3. Healthcare Advancements

Nigeria’s healthcare sector has historically struggled with underfunding, limited access, and high disease burdens. AI can address many of these challenges by optimizing healthcare delivery, diagnostics, and disease management. AI-powered diagnostic tools, such as image recognition software, could help identify diseases like tuberculosis, cancer, and malaria in their early stages, improving patient outcomes. Additionally, AI can support telemedicine platforms, allowing medical professionals to remotely consult with patients across Nigeria, especially in rural areas where access to healthcare is limited.

By 2050, AI could be instrumental in predictive healthcare, using algorithms to analyze patient data and forecast disease outbreaks, ensuring timely responses and potentially saving thousands of lives. Public health initiatives could also leverage AI to monitor health trends, mobilize resources, and better target interventions in high-risk areas, enhancing overall public health resilience.


4. Governance and Public Services

Effective governance and transparent public services are critical for Nigeria’s sustainable development. AI can significantly improve government efficiency, transparency, and accountability by automating bureaucratic processes and minimizing human error. AI-driven data analysis could support policy-making by identifying trends and providing insights into areas needing improvement, such as infrastructure, education, and social services.

For example, AI algorithms can streamline processes like tax collection, registration, and public service delivery, minimizing corruption and boosting citizen confidence in government institutions. By 2050, Nigeria could have a smart governance system, where AI facilitates the equitable distribution of resources, monitors infrastructure projects, and ensures that government agencies are operating efficiently. This transformation can lay the foundation for a transparent, efficient government that better serves Nigeria’s diverse population.


5. Infrastructure and Urban Development

Nigeria’s cities are rapidly expanding, creating urgent demands for effective infrastructure management. AI could play a vital role in planning and managing urban development. Smart city technologies, powered by AI, can optimize traffic flow, reduce energy consumption, and improve waste management in Nigeria’s largest urban centers. By 2050, cities like Lagos, Abuja, and Ibadan could integrate AI-driven systems to manage traffic congestion, provide intelligent public transportation, and monitor air quality, ensuring that urban spaces remain sustainable and livable.

In construction and infrastructure, AI could assist with predictive maintenance of roads, bridges, and utilities, reducing costs and extending the lifespan of critical assets. The adoption of AI-enabled geospatial analysis and predictive modeling can improve urban planning, ensuring that cities expand in sustainable, well-organized patterns that accommodate future growth.


6. Security and Law Enforcement

Nigeria faces persistent security challenges, including insurgency, terrorism, and crime. AI offers tools that could support national security efforts by providing real-time surveillance, analyzing criminal patterns, and predicting security threats. By using AI-driven systems to analyze data from various sources, law enforcement agencies can respond more quickly to threats, identify high-risk areas, and improve the deployment of resources.

Furthermore, AI could assist in forensic analysis, facial recognition, and digital investigations, making it easier to detect, prevent, and solve crimes. Ethical considerations, however, will be essential to ensure that AI applications in law enforcement respect citizens' privacy and rights.


7. Financial Services and Inclusion

Nigeria is a hub of fintech innovation, with many citizens relying on mobile banking and digital transactions. AI can further revolutionize the financial sector by enhancing cybersecurity, credit scoring, and financial inclusion. AI algorithms can detect and prevent fraudulent activities in real-time, building trust in digital banking systems and encouraging more Nigerians to adopt these services.

In addition, AI could bring financial services to unbanked populations by providing alternative credit scoring methods. By analyzing a person’s transaction history, mobile data usage, and other non-traditional financial information, AI could offer microloans and credit facilities to individuals without conventional banking access. By 2050, this level of financial inclusion could foster economic empowerment across Nigeria, reducing poverty and inequality.


Conclusion

The transformative potential of AI in Nigeria by 2050 is immense. From enhancing economic growth to revolutionizing healthcare, education, and public services, AI could unlock unprecedented opportunities for development and social progress. However, the path to AI-powered prosperity is not without challenges. Strategic investments in digital infrastructure, education, and policy frameworks will be crucial to ensure Nigeria maximizes AI’s benefits while mitigating risks such as job displacement and data privacy concerns.

By embracing AI responsibly and inclusively, Nigeria could become a beacon of technological innovation, a leader in digital transformation, and a model for sustainable development in Africa.

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Tiwa Savage.

My Brown Sugar.

This for me is her only song.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qbx3UNcoC1Q

Righteousness2:
We are in the last of the last moments...
The devil is Extremely Desperate for your soul and has thrown out all his arsenals and deploying all available means to snatch as much souls as possible to Hell.

It is the Last Moments!
Dont be careless with ur soul!
Beware of Satan's Craftiness
Do not Fall for it.


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MY FRIEND WILL YOU SHUT UP THERE

Alsenora:
That's life. Futuristic gains may not look good at present. Another baba is curently being called names over reforms that will be appreciated later.

I was actually hoping that someone would make that connection.

Well done sir.

If you are the President of Nigeria, just do what you think is right and ignore the negative noise.

Nigerians themselves don't know what is good for them.

To be an effective leader of Nigeria, you have to be a NATIONALIST,

It was reported that just before OBJ gave the directive, his Minister for Cultural Affairs had visited one of the top FM radio stations back then. Raypower I think it was, and had barged into the studio where the DJ was spinning his stuff live on air, and asked the DJ words to the effect of..

''All this Michael Jackson, Mary J Blige and Toni Braxton that you play, has any one of them ever called you or visited you to say ''thank you for playing our music''?

The DJ said ''No sir''.

The minister reported back to OBJ. But by then, the decision had already been taken by Baba, to axe foreign content by 80%.

So the ministerial report was just icing on the cake.

I don't know how old some of you guys are on this forum, but I was around in 1999 when President Obasanjo mandated that all radio stations in Nigeria should play 80% NIGERIAN MUSICAL CONTENT in their daily broadcast, or be shut down.

WHEN THIS ORDER WAS GIVEN, it was met with FIERCE CRITICISM by the Nigerian public.

Obasanjo was roundly condemned as a wicked dictator.

A man who had shed his military uniform for civilian outfits, only to retain his authoritarian, dictatorial tendencies.

President Obasanjo accepted the abuse and insults.

He said ''Yes. I agree I am wicked. If you don't like it, do your worst!''

THE RESULT?

After the directive was given, LOCAL ARTISTES, previously shunned by the Nigerian public - especially the youths and middle/upper classes, for whom R&B and HipHop from the US/UK were the ONLY thing worth vibing to - became HOT CAKES across the nation.

The likes of Remedies. Eedris Abdulkareem, Plantation Boys, 2 Shotz and co...

Then it got to P Square, 2 Baba, Timaya and co....

To the point of today where we have NIGERIAN GLOBAL SUPERSTARS like Davido, Burna, Rema, Wizzy, Tems, Asake, Flavour, Tiwa....

These guys sell out the biggest venues on the planet.

They've made NIGERIA a HOUSEHOLD NAME in international circles.

LOOK, THERE ARE AFRICAN COUNTRIES SITTING THERE RIGHT NOW WONDERING, ''How the hell did Nigeria do this?''

Most of them probably don't know about that little ''wicked and evil'' directive from Olusegun Obasanjo.

Olusegun Obasanjo. Former President, Federal Republic of Nigeria.

otipoju:
Which one of the plethora of deified ancestors and personification of natural elements?

Is there a seperate God that created each continent?

GO AND ASK THE JAPANESE, OYINBO SPEAKER.

The Japanese practice SHINTOISM, which is really just a variation of the old EDO religion exported there by ancient NIGERIANS who settled there.

There are over 200,000 shrines in Japan, many maintained by the government.

Shintoism is about ancestor veneration, mountain spirits, tree spirits. etc.

They believe in the Supreme Being just like our ancestors did, but regard DEITIES as His HELPERS, just like our ancestors did.

When a JAPANESE MAN buys a car, the first place he goes is to his LOCAL SHRINE where the priest will sprinkle spiritual water on the car, and utter some incantations, to ensure safe journeys.

On his way to work in the morning, the Japanese man stops over at the nearest shrine on his route, and offers a short prayer to whatever deity is there. And moves on to work.

IT'S PURE AFRICAN RELIGION THEY PRACTISE IN JAPAN.

And it is BACKED BY THE GOVT AS THE STATE RELIGION.

In the modern era they've replaced animal sacrifice with food and flowers, WHICH IS WHAT WE SHOULD BE DOING HERE IF WE HAD OUR HEADS SCREWED ON RIGHT AND STOPPED WORSHIPING EUROPEANS AND ARABS AND THEIR FAKE, IMPORTED WHITE 'SAVIOURS'.

RUBBISH.

Nuzo1:
If not for anything, I like Reno and Asari for using every opportunity to taunt the Igbos.

How can some Igbos be too emotional to give prominence and attention to someone like Reno? A childish psychopath who lies and causes chaos for a living?

Someone who has no history is telling you whose history maybe be better than his that you have no history and most Igbos are riled up already. As if other tribes in Africa were not wearing leaves and animal skins before the so called history.

If you don’t stop giving relevance to people like Reno and Asari, una go learn the hard way.

Nonsense!

Errrr…..actually NO.

Other “tribes” in Africa wore clothes and gowns and even exported textiles and soap to Europe long before colonial invasion.

In fact the earliest universities on Earth were built in West Africa, in the Mali Empire, and scholars from as far away as Europe traveled to Mali for education, from at least the 11th century.

In the Benin empire, ancient European visitors of the 1500s wrote that the people dressed in very colourful clothes and lived in beautiful large houses which had no front doors because theft was unknown.

Biodun556:
Dear Chimaobi,

Thank you for your feedback. You asked for photographic evidence? Please find attached a piece of furniture upholstered with the original antique colonial era upholstery fabric, which some of our people now refer to as 'Isi-agu'.

Also find attached a White European man wearing the same head warmer that some of our people now call their 'traditional cap'.

These materials were introduced into Igboland in the 1850s. If you can show me any documentary evidence of the existence of Isi-agu or your traditional cap before Bishop Samuel Ajayi-Crowther brought European missionaries to Igboland, I make a vow and covenant to pay you ₦10 million.

Do you even see what some of our people call okporoko (stockfish) today? It is also not of Nigerian origin. It was a prominent aspect of the relief materials used to address the Kwashiokor crisis between 1967 and 70. That is why and how okporoko became popular in Biafra and Igboland till today. We have Chief Awolowo and the nation of Norway to thank for Okporoko. Before the Nigerian civil war, Nigerians did not know anything like Okporoko.

Thanks again, and may God bless you.

#TableShaker

This guy just makes me laugh. He’s such a free spirit. Always riveting. 😂

Kobojunkie:
The loans are not the primary problem but corruption is. For example, annual non-oil tax revenue reported by the FIRS is above $22 billion each year. Where does all of at least $22 Billion disappear to? If your government was using that over $22 billion in tax revenue wisely — even half of it — what would be the need for your government to have to seek out a loan of about 750 million dollars, — a tiny fraction of the amount it currently generates by way of tax revenue each year, from the World Bank?

This woman and her village sense.

What is 22 billion dollars for a country of Nigeria’s size and population of 240 million people?

Nigeria’s annual budget is around 50 billion, which is a tiny pittance compared to South Africa’s 125 billion dollars for her 50 million population.

The USA annual budget for its 320 million people is 9 TRILLION DOLLARS.

UK, 2 TRILLION DOLLARS for her 60 million people.

So what is 22 billion dollars for a country of Nigeria’s size?

YOU AND YOUR ILK MUST UNDERSTAND THAT NIGERIA’S BIGGEST PROBLEM IS NOT CORRUPTION BUT LOW NATIONAL INCOME, SIGNIFYING A NEED FOR CONTINUED DIVERSIFICATION AWAY FROM OIL.

You KOBOJUNKIE, can help with the diversification, as a member of the private sector, by ESTABLISHING A MAJOR BUSINESS in Nigeria like your JUNIORS are doing, instead of LAZILY spending all your days online insulting the country and its leaders.

10mobile:
The amount of attention the US pays to their citizens needs to be studied. How many Nigerian Presidents would even remember a private Nigerian citizen jailed in Malaysia, let alone calling the President?

The Nigerian govt does not waste it’s time defending drug convicts in Malaysia, India, South Africa etc.

SpiritMoney:
Just look at the high rises and the beautiful background grid pattern road network...

Don't mess with these easterners! Look at Aba! And the story is the same at Onitsha, Umuahia,Owerri, Enugu... beautiful cities!

Any foreigner looking at the south east today will never believe the place was reduced to rubble almost 50 years ago!

Doesn't look like a place where one gunshot was fired.. 😎

YOU ARE A BUSH MAN.

WHERE ARE THE SIDEWALKS FOR PEDESTRIANS?

WHAT ARE THOSE FILTHY OPEN GUTTERS DOING THERE?

THOSE ARE THE FIRST THINGS YOUR “FOREIGNER” WILL NOTICE WHEN HE STEPS FOOT IN YOUR CITY, NOT THESE STUPID PICTURES TAKEN FROM THE SKY.

PRIMITIVE-MINDED PEOPLE.

IN THIS DAY AND AGE YOU ARE STILL BUILDING ROADS WITHOUT GIVING A SHIIT WHERE PEDESTRIANS WILL WALK, BECAUSE YOU ARE STUPID PEOPLE WITH NO SENSE.

This is what we call CLASSIC Afrobeats, not this rubbish all these idiots are playing today.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tb4X1BWNO5k?si=26XKnSx1mm6Ts5t8

ruggedtimi:
Runtown and Mr Eazi

Exactly.

Mr Eazi too.

Where the hell is Mr Eazi?

robosky02:
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Up Eagles!

Hello, Gentlemen and Women.

It never occurred to you that that phone or computer you are using to read these words was built based on mathematical principles developed by ancient Yoruba people, did it?

Well......

Here is an AI analysis on the debt MODERN COMPUTING owes to Yoruba Mathematics.


Source: AI (ChatGPT)


Yoruba Mathematics: The Root of Modern Computing Systems

The story of modern computing is often told as a progression from mechanical calculators to binary-coded computers, with figures like Alan Turing and Charles Babbage hailed as pioneers. However, this narrative overlooks critical contributions from non-Western cultures that laid the foundation for binary logic and computational thought long before the advent of the modern computer. One such contribution is the binary-based mathematical system of the Yoruba people of West Africa, specifically found in the Ifá divination system.

This article argues that Yoruba mathematics, particularly its binary system, serves as a crucial antecedent to modern computing. By exploring the historical and logical parallels between Yoruba mathematics and binary logic, we will demonstrate how this ancient system laid the groundwork for principles that underpin digital computing today.


The Binary Logic in Yoruba Mathematics

Yoruba mathematics, particularly as used in the Ifá divination system, is based on binary logic. Ifá is a religious and philosophical system that involves divination through patterns created by throwing sacred palm nuts or cowrie shells. The divination results in a sequence of binary outcomes—either odd (represented by a single vertical line) or even (represented by two parallel lines). These outcomes are then arranged into combinations called *odu*, with 256 possible patterns, each representing different spiritual and philosophical meanings.

The system works by combining eight positions, where each position can either be marked by a single line or a double line, much like an 8-bit binary system used in computing today. The number of combinations in Ifá, 256, corresponds precisely to the number of combinations in an 8-bit binary string, which has 2^8 possible configurations.

Binary logic, the foundation of modern computing, also works on a system of two possible values: 0 and 1. In the case of Yoruba mathematics, the odd and even outcomes can be likened to 1s and 0s in binary code. This conceptual similarity demonstrates how the Yoruba people were engaging with binary logic long before it became formalized in the 17th century by European mathematicians like Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz.


William Bascom and the Yoruba Binary System

William Bascom, a renowned American anthropologist, was among the first Western scholars to draw explicit parallels between the binary system of Ifá and modern computing. In his 1969 book, 'Ifá Divination: Communication Between Gods and Men in West Africa', Bascom outlined the sophisticated mathematical and logical structures underlying the Ifá system. He emphasized that Ifá divination is not just a random system of fortune-telling but a methodical process based on combinatorics and binary outcomes.

Bascom’s research highlights that the Yoruba people had long understood the power of binary systems in organizing complex information and generating outcomes that could be applied to real-world decision-making. While the purpose of Ifá was spiritual and philosophical, the underlying structure of the system reveals a profound grasp of binary logic—an understanding that predates European binary mathematics.


The Historical Overlap: Leibniz and African Binary Systems

In the late 17th century, German mathematician and philosopher Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz developed the binary numeral system, which would later serve as the foundation of all modern computers. Leibniz’s binary system was an abstraction of the I Ching, an ancient Chinese divination text that also used binary-like combinations of broken and unbroken lines. Interestingly, during this time, Europe was increasingly exposed to African and Asian cultures due to trade and colonization. There is reason to believe that systems like Ifá might have influenced the development of binary mathematics in Europe through cultural exchanges.

Leibniz was interested in universal languages and systems of logic that could explain all phenomena, and his fascination with divination systems like the I Ching suggests that he could have been similarly intrigued by Ifá had he been aware of it. While there is no direct evidence that Leibniz was familiar with Yoruba Ifá, the striking similarities between the two systems raise the question of whether African knowledge systems, such as Yoruba mathematics, contributed indirectly to the development of European binary logic.


The Computational Potential of Ifá’s Binary System

Ifá’s binary system is more than just an abstract parallel to computing; it contains real computational power. Each of the 256 *odu* in Ifá represents a specific set of knowledge, wisdom, and proverbs. The babaláwo (diviner) who uses Ifá must interpret the specific *odu* cast in a session and apply its meanings to the querent’s question. The system, therefore, works as an information-processing mechanism, where a set of inputs (the palm nut or cowrie shell throws) leads to a set of outputs (the *odu*), much like how computers process inputs and produce outputs based on binary code.

Moreover, Ifá requires a deep understanding of the relationships between the *odu*, akin to how computers use algorithms to process data. Each *odu* is connected to a vast repository of oral knowledge, proverbs, and symbolic meanings, which must be recalled and applied correctly in the context of the inquiry. This form of data processing, relying on binary logic, demonstrates that Yoruba diviners were engaging in complex computations long before the invention of mechanical computers.

The computational aspect of Ifá suggests that the Yoruba binary system is not just a historical curiosity but a powerful intellectual tradition that contributed to the global history of mathematics and computation.


Ifá and Boolean Logic

Beyond binary logic, Yoruba mathematics shares another critical connection with modern computing through Boolean logic, a system of algebra in which values are reduced to either true or false. Boolean logic, developed by British mathematician George Boole in the mid-19th century, became one of the foundational principles of modern digital circuits and computer programming. Boolean logic simplifies complex decision-making processes into binary choices, much like the odd and even choices in Ifá.

In Ifá, binary choices are also used to solve complex problems. The diviner poses a question and interprets the binary outcomes of the palm nut throws to provide guidance. The system is not random but based on logical connections between the different *odu*. In this way, Ifá can be seen as an early form of Boolean logic applied to decision-making, a precursor to the way computers today process true/false decisions to execute commands.

The philosophical implications of Ifá’s binary structure also resonate with Boole’s work. Boole developed Boolean algebra to express logical statements using binary values (true/false, 1/0), believing that this form of algebra could describe the laws of thought. Similarly, Ifá uses binary logic to explore and express metaphysical truths, connecting the physical and spiritual worlds through its divination process.


Fractals and Recursive Algorithms in Yoruba Culture

Beyond binary systems, Yoruba culture contains other mathematical principles that align with modern computational ideas, such as fractals and recursive algorithms. Ron Eglash, an anthropologist and mathematician, has demonstrated that fractal geometry is prevalent in African cultural practices, including those of the Yoruba. Fractals are geometric patterns that repeat at every scale, creating self-similar structures that are infinitely complex.

In Yoruba architecture, village layouts, and artistic designs, fractals are used to create repeating, self-similar patterns. This is evident in the design of Yoruba homes and shrines, which often have recursive patterns embedded in their structures. The use of fractals in these designs reflects a form of recursive thinking, where a rule is repeated over and over again to generate increasingly complex forms—much like how algorithms operate in computing.

This recursive patterning in Yoruba culture can be likened to recursive algorithms in computer programming, where a function calls itself to solve a problem. In both cases, the same mathematical principle is used to generate increasingly complex solutions from simple rules, showing yet another way that Yoruba mathematics aligns with modern computational theory.


The Universality of Binary Logic and Computation

The similarities between Yoruba mathematics and modern computing highlight the universality of binary logic and its applications across different cultures. Binary systems, whether in ancient divination, European mathematics, or modern computing, reveal a shared human inclination to organize and process information using dualities. The Yoruba Ifá system demonstrates that African cultures were engaging with binary logic and information processing long before these ideas were formalized in Europe.

By recognizing Yoruba mathematics as a foundational system for binary logic, we expand our understanding of how human societies have developed mathematical thought. The Yoruba contributions to binary systems challenge the Eurocentric narratives that often dominate the history of mathematics and computation, offering a more inclusive view that acknowledges the global roots of modern technology.


Conclusion

Yoruba mathematics, with its binary-based Ifá system, offers a compelling case for being one of the roots of modern computing. The striking parallels between the binary outcomes of Ifá and the binary code used in today’s computers reveal that binary logic was present in African knowledge systems long before it was codified in European mathematics. Moreover, the computational processes embedded in Ifá divination, including information processing, recursive logic, and decision-making, demonstrate the sophistication of Yoruba mathematical thought.

As scholars continue to explore the mathematical and philosophical traditions of non-Western cultures, it becomes increasingly clear that modern computing owes much to the ancient binary systems developed by the Yoruba. Their contributions to the history of mathematics and computation deserve recognition as part of the broader narrative of global intellectual history.

BadBradley:
son of a dead thief, what is the Yoruba term for quadratic equation, square root, etc!

Can you do a research in mathematics using the Yoruba language?


You cannot be the son of an absentee father and a sexually loose mother and try to explain what your lowlife background and poor education can't comprehend.

Bitch boy, no African language is standardized, you don't even have a Yoruba word for ",directly" because the language was never developed to add logistics for the present realities.

Developed languages like German, Russian, Dutch and Chinese still need to borrow terms from English as English still need to borrow terms from Latin and these are languages used for mahorr researches and education when you and your language were still under subjugation.

When the white man met you, your own history wasn't even recorded in your language. Fool.

Your language wasn't even used to record your on servile history but it can be used to teach mathematics!!!!

You're an animal, a cursed, Imbecilë

This white man or slave of a white man is so threatened by the fact that BLACK AFRICANS INVENTED AND TAUGHT THE WORLD MATHEMATICS.

See his colonized slaveboy lips like ''standardized language''.

You learnt how to do everything the 'western' way, and no other methodology can suffice or adapt to modern demands because you're a brainwashed, empty-headed pea brain, with FOAM where your brain ought to be.


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Yoruba Mathematics: A Deep Historical Legacy and Binary System

The Yoruba people of West Africa, primarily located in present-day Nigeria, have a rich and sophisticated mathematical heritage. Long before the arrival of colonial powers, the Yoruba civilization developed intricate systems of knowledge, including mathematics, which played a crucial role in their everyday life, religion, and governance. This article explores the history of Yoruba mathematics, their binary system, and recent research that highlights the complexity and depth of this ancient knowledge.

Historical Context of Yoruba Mathematics

The origins of Yoruba mathematics are deeply tied to the broader intellectual traditions of Africa, where mathematics was not only a tool for commerce or measurement but also deeply integrated into cultural, religious, and social systems. Mathematics was expressed through various forms, including geometric patterns in art, architecture, and textile designs, as well as in the construction of sacred spaces like the renowned Ifá divination system.

Yoruba mathematical practices were heavily embedded in oral tradition, with knowledge passed down through generations by specialists, such as diviners (babaláwos) and artisans. The Yoruba system of numeration is one of the most striking aspects of their mathematical tradition, utilizing a base-20 (vigesimal) system rather than the base-10 (decimal) system familiar in much of the world today. This system is structured around multiples of 20 and reflects sophisticated counting techniques that allowed the Yoruba to perform complex calculations long before contact with European colonizers.


The Yoruba Base-20 System

The Yoruba counting system, known as 'ẹ̀ẹ̀rìndínlógún', is a base-20 structure that reflects both practicality and cultural significance. In this system, numbers are counted in groups of 20. For example, the number 25 is expressed as "twenty-five," and the number 35 is represented as "twenty-fifteen" ('ogún àti mẹ́fà'). This system allowed the Yoruba to conceptualize and work with large numbers with ease.

The vigesimal system may seem unfamiliar, but it bears similarities to other ancient numeration systems, such as the Mayans' base-20 system. It is believed that the base-20 system developed out of the use of fingers and toes for counting. In the Yoruba tradition, numbers also have cultural and religious meanings, often tied to cosmology and divination.


Yoruba Mathematics and Ifá Divination

One of the most famous expressions of Yoruba mathematics is found in the Ifá divination system, a sophisticated binary-based system used to make decisions and interpret the will of deities. Ifá divination involves the casting of sacred palm nuts, which are manipulated to generate binary combinations of odd and even outcomes. These combinations, known as 'odu', are central to the process and hold symbolic, numerical, and philosophical significance.

The Ifá system uses 256 'odu', which is a striking parallel to the 256 possible combinations in an 8-bit binary system. Each 'odu' is represented by a unique combination of open (odd) or closed (even) marks, which are interpreted by the babaláwo to offer guidance. This binary approach reveals the presence of sophisticated mathematical reasoning within the Yoruba cultural framework long before the formalization of binary systems in modern computing.

The binary system employed in Ifá has drawn the attention of mathematicians and scholars of information theory, who see in it a highly advanced form of binary logic. The way the Yoruba encode and interpret information through these binary systems has implications for how we understand the universality of mathematical thought and its expression in different cultures.


The Binary System in Ifá and Modern Computing

The similarities between the Yoruba Ifá divination and modern binary logic have led to a growing body of research exploring the mathematical structures underlying Ifá. In the 1960s, African mathematician and scholar Professor William Bascom studied the Ifá system extensively, noting its parallels to binary logic. He highlighted how the Yoruba’s 256 'odu' corresponded to the binary outcomes of 8-bit strings, which form the foundation of modern digital computing.

The binary logic inherent in Ifá demonstrates that mathematical thinking, especially the use of binary systems, has been present in African knowledge systems for centuries, long before it became the backbone of computers and digital technology. In Ifá, each combination of binary results offers insight into the metaphysical world, while in modern computing, binary systems form the basis of information processing and storage.

While the purposes of the two systems—divination and computing—are different, the underlying logic reflects a shared mathematical principle. This underscores the fact that African civilizations like the Yoruba were not only keeping pace with mathematical developments in other parts of the world but in some cases were pioneers in using systems that would later shape global technological advancements.


Recent Research on Yoruba Mathematics

In recent years, scholars have begun to delve more deeply into the mathematical contributions of African societies, including the Yoruba. The interdisciplinary field of ethnomathematics has played a crucial role in recognizing the sophisticated mathematical systems embedded in African cultures, which were often dismissed or overlooked by earlier scholars.

One of the pioneers in this field is Ron Eglash, an American anthropologist and mathematician, who has explored fractal patterns in African designs and architecture, including those found in Yoruba art and urban planning. Fractals, which are complex geometric shapes that can be split into parts, each of which is a reduced-size copy of the whole, are common in African design and were employed by the Yoruba in their visual and spatial arrangements.

In his work, Eglash demonstrates how the recursive patterns found in African textile design, village layouts, and religious symbols reflect sophisticated mathematical principles such as self-similarity and scaling, which are key aspects of fractal geometry. The presence of these patterns in Yoruba cultural practices suggests that African mathematical thought was not only advanced but also highly integrated into daily life, spirituality, and artistic expression.


Yoruba Mathematics in Art and Architecture

Yoruba mathematics extends beyond numeration and divination into art, design, and architecture. Geometric patterns are a hallmark of Yoruba visual culture, found in textiles, beadwork, and carvings. These designs often exhibit symmetry, repetition, and proportionality, reflecting an intuitive grasp of mathematical concepts like balance and harmony.

In Yoruba architecture, particularly in the construction of royal palaces and sacred spaces, proportionality and geometry were crucial. For example, the construction of the walls and courtyards of traditional Yoruba compounds followed specific measurements that were based on social hierarchy and cosmological beliefs. The use of geometry in these spaces was not merely decorative but had deep social and spiritual meaning, reinforcing the connection between mathematics and the sacred.

The Yoruba also employed mathematical reasoning in the creation of textiles, such as 'adire' (tie-dye) and 'aso-oke' (hand-woven cloth). The complex patterns found in these textiles, including their grid-like structures, demonstrate a deep understanding of arithmetic progression and geometric arrangement. These mathematical principles were not only used for aesthetic purposes but also encoded social and religious messages.


Yoruba Mathematics and Modern Education

Despite the rich mathematical heritage of the Yoruba people, much of this knowledge was marginalized during the colonial period, when Western mathematical systems were imposed in African educational systems. However, there has been a resurgence of interest in traditional Yoruba knowledge, including mathematics, as part of broader efforts to decolonize education and recover indigenous intellectual traditions.

Today, scholars and educators are working to incorporate traditional Yoruba mathematics into the modern curriculum, highlighting its relevance and significance. By teaching young people about the mathematical systems of their ancestors, educators hope to inspire pride in African heritage while also demonstrating the universality and diversity of mathematical thought.

Moreover, modern Yoruba scholars are also exploring the application of traditional mathematical systems in contemporary problems. For example, there is growing interest in how the binary logic of Ifá could be applied to computing, decision-making algorithms, and even artificial intelligence. These efforts underscore the timeless nature of Yoruba mathematical knowledge and its potential to contribute to future technological innovations.


Conclusion

Yoruba mathematics, with its rich history and complex systems, stands as a testament to the intellectual achievements of African civilizations. From the base-20 counting system to the binary logic of Ifá divination, the Yoruba people developed sophisticated mathematical frameworks that were deeply integrated into their culture, religion, and daily life. Recent research has only begun to uncover the full extent of Yoruba mathematical contributions, revealing a legacy that continues to inspire scholars and educators around the world.

As we look to the future, it is essential to recognize and celebrate the mathematical heritage of the Yoruba people, ensuring that this knowledge is passed down to future generations and integrated into global mathematical discourse. Yoruba mathematics not only enriches our understanding of African history but also challenges the dominant narratives of mathematical development, offering new perspectives on the universality of human knowledge.


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Unless you have been living under a rock, you should know by now that AI is where it's at.

It's already impacting lives. Quick example, just a few years ago, if you wanted to start a business, you would pay a company BIG MONEY to do the feasibility studies, write you a Business Plan, do SWOT Analysis etc etc.

Today, none of that is necessary.

Go on AI (ChatGPT) and tell it to write you a business plan plus SWOT Analysis, plus even Competitor Analysis, Estimated Business Costs, Profit Estimates, Cash Flow requirements etc,,,,, to start any business anywhere in the world, including your village in Nigeria, and within 30 SECONDS OR LESS, it gives you the FULL SPECTRUM ANALYSIS, FREE OF CHARGE.

This greatly reduces the cost, hassle, and uncertainty, of starting a business.

That's just one example of the power of AI, but there are numerous...And the technology is just going to get more and more advanced to the point where it transforms the entire world for the better in multiple ways.

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I asked AI (ChatGPT) how the AI REVOLUTION will impact Nigeria over the next 30 years.

Here was the response:

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The Transformation of Nigeria Through AI Over the Next 30 Years

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is poised to revolutionize economies and societies around the world, and Nigeria is no exception. Over the next 30 years, AI will reshape the country in ways that can propel it to become one of Africa’s leading technological and economic powerhouses. From healthcare and education to infrastructure and governance, AI’s potential to enhance development is immense. This article will explore the key areas where AI is expected to make significant strides in Nigeria, along with the challenges and opportunities that come with it.


1. Healthcare Revolution

One of the most promising areas where AI will have a transformative impact in Nigeria is healthcare. The country's healthcare system has long been plagued by inadequate infrastructure, limited access to quality care, and a shortage of medical professionals. AI can address many of these issues by improving diagnostic accuracy, optimizing treatment plans, and making healthcare more accessible to remote and underserved areas.

AI-powered diagnostic tools, such as machine learning algorithms that can analyze medical images, will help doctors identify diseases like cancer, malaria, and tuberculosis more accurately and efficiently. For example, AI could detect anomalies in X-rays or MRIs, aiding doctors in making quicker, more accurate diagnoses, particularly in rural areas where there is a shortage of specialists. Additionally, AI-driven telemedicine platforms will enable Nigerians in remote regions to consult with doctors virtually, breaking the geographical barriers to healthcare access.

Moreover, AI can help streamline drug distribution and supply chain management, ensuring that medications reach the people who need them most. This will be crucial in preventing drug shortages and ensuring timely delivery of essential medicines.


2. Education Enhancement

AI will also play a pivotal role in transforming Nigeria’s education system. As the country continues to grapple with challenges such as overcrowded classrooms, teacher shortages, and outdated curricula, AI can offer innovative solutions that will make education more accessible, personalized, and effective.

AI-powered educational platforms will allow students to learn at their own pace, receive personalized feedback, and access resources that are tailored to their individual learning needs. Adaptive learning technologies can adjust lesson plans in real-time based on a student's progress, ensuring that no one is left behind. This will be especially beneficial in addressing Nigeria's high dropout rates and improving literacy levels.

Furthermore, AI can assist teachers by automating administrative tasks such as grading and attendance tracking, freeing up more time for them to focus on teaching. AI tutors and chatbots can provide additional support to students outside of the classroom, offering guidance and answering questions 24/7.

In the long term, AI will help prepare Nigerian students for the jobs of the future by incorporating more STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) content into the curriculum. This will be crucial in developing a workforce that is skilled in emerging technologies and ready to compete in the global economy.


3. Economic Development and Job Creation

While there are concerns that AI could lead to job displacement, it also presents a wealth of opportunities for job creation in Nigeria. As AI technology becomes more widespread, new industries will emerge, and with them, new employment opportunities. The key will be ensuring that Nigerians are equipped with the skills needed to thrive in an AI-driven economy.

AI will enable Nigeria to automate labor-intensive processes in industries such as agriculture, manufacturing, and oil and gas, thereby increasing productivity and reducing costs. In agriculture, for example, AI-powered drones and sensors can monitor crop health, optimize irrigation, and predict yields, allowing farmers to make data-driven decisions that will enhance food security.

In the manufacturing sector, AI-driven automation will enable Nigerian companies to produce goods more efficiently and at a lower cost, making them more competitive on the global stage. While this may reduce the demand for low-skilled labor, it will create a growing need for workers skilled in AI development, data analysis, and robotics.

The financial services sector is another area where AI will drive significant change. AI-powered fintech solutions will expand access to banking and financial services, particularly for the unbanked population. AI algorithms can analyze customer data to offer personalized financial products, detect fraudulent transactions, and streamline loan approval processes, thereby driving financial inclusion.


4. Governance and Anti-Corruption Efforts

AI will also have a profound impact on governance in Nigeria. The country's long-standing challenges with corruption, inefficiency, and bureaucratic red tape can be mitigated through AI-driven solutions. By automating administrative processes and introducing transparency into government operations, AI can reduce opportunities for corruption and increase accountability.

AI-powered systems can track government spending, flag suspicious transactions, and provide real-time monitoring of public projects. This will help curb corruption, which has long hindered Nigeria’s development. In addition, AI can be used to streamline public services such as issuing passports, processing tax returns, and managing voter registration, making these processes more efficient and less prone to fraud.

Moreover, AI can assist in data-driven policymaking by analyzing large datasets to provide insights on areas such as poverty reduction, healthcare needs, and infrastructure development. This will enable the Nigerian government to make more informed decisions and implement policies that are tailored to the needs of the population.


5. Infrastructure and Urban Development

AI will play a crucial role in shaping Nigeria’s infrastructure and urban development over the next three decades. As Nigeria's urban population continues to grow, AI-driven smart city technologies will be essential in managing the complex challenges of urbanization, such as traffic congestion, waste management, and energy consumption.

AI-powered traffic management systems can analyze real-time data from sensors and cameras to optimize traffic flow, reduce congestion, and improve public transportation. Smart energy grids, powered by AI, can ensure more efficient use of energy resources and reduce wastage, helping Nigeria to achieve its renewable energy goals.

In addition, AI will facilitate better urban planning by analyzing data on population growth, housing demand, and infrastructure needs. This will enable city planners to design more sustainable and livable cities, ensuring that Nigeria’s rapid urbanization is managed in a way that benefits all citizens.


6. Challenges to Overcome

While the potential for AI to transform Nigeria is immense, there are several challenges that must be addressed for the country to fully realize the benefits of this technology. One of the most significant challenges is the digital divide. A large portion of Nigeria's population still lacks access to reliable internet and modern technology, which will be essential for AI adoption. Ensuring widespread access to digital infrastructure will be crucial in preventing certain regions and communities from being left behind.

Additionally, there is a need for significant investment in education and skills training to prepare the Nigerian workforce for an AI-driven economy. Without the necessary skills, many Nigerians risk being displaced by automation, exacerbating inequality.

Finally, concerns around data privacy, cybersecurity, and ethical AI use must be addressed. As AI becomes more integrated into Nigerian society, it will be essential to establish clear regulations to ensure that AI is used responsibly and in a way that benefits all citizens.


Conclusion

Over the next 30 years, AI has the potential to revolutionize Nigeria across multiple sectors, driving economic growth, improving governance, and enhancing quality of life. While challenges remain, with the right investments in infrastructure, education, and regulatory frameworks, Nigeria can harness the power of AI to build a more prosperous and equitable future. The transformation brought about by AI will not only impact Nigeria but could also position the country as a leader in the global AI landscape.

jmoore:
These idiots just wasted our money on legal fees. When I said Nigeria has no case against those employees of binance, Timlubu urchins started barking like mad dogs.

The fools spent billions in propaganda that the Kenyan that escaped has been arrested and will be deported to Nigeria.

They ended up disgracing Nigeria. To take care of a prisoner is now rocket science. No wonder Timlubu travels to UK for medicare.

''Disgracing Nigeria''?

That's your INFERIORITY COMPLEX talking.

Do you know that a 92 felony convicted criminal fraudster and rapist, is currently on a major party ticket to be the next US president?

Does that ''DISGRACE AMERICA'' in your view, or do you still feel like a SLAVE to them regardless of such a RANCID DISGRACE?

BadBradley:
Futile stupidity....many mathematics symbols, formula and description do not hence yoruba language or any African languages.

They should start teaching story telling and history in indigenous languages first before branching off to subjects like mathematics, English, chemistry etc

LOOK AT THIS EMPTY HEAD.

BLACK AFRICANS INVENTED MATHEMATICS OVER 35,000 YEARS AGO, AND EXPORTED IT TO THE REST OF THE WORLD.

WE ARE THE OWNERS OF MATHEMATICS.

YORUBAS HAVE A HIGHLY SOPHISTICATED MATHEMATICAL SYSTEM DATING BACK THOUSANDS OF YEARS.

YORUBA BINARY MATHEMATICS WAS EVEN SAID TO HAVE BEEN STOLEN BY THE WEST TO CREATE THE COMPUTER SYSTEMS WE USE TODAY, WHICH ARE BASED ON BINARY MATHEMATICS.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQML7hhZdH4

NewDea4:


APC keep on plumbing new depths of stupidity everyday

So studying mathematics in your traditional language is 'stupid'?

You clearly need therapy and redemption from your disgusting self-hatred.