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Religion: Africa’s Oldest Weapon of Enslavement and the Forgotten Truth
Religion: Africa’s Oldest Weapon of Enslavement and the Forgotten Truth.
By George Omagbemi Sylvester | Published by SaharaWeeklyNG.com
The day Africans stop worshipping their OPPRESSORS’ gods is the day true freedom begins.
Introduction: Chains Broken, But Minds Still Bound.
The history of Africa is incomplete without acknowledging the dual weapons that tore through its body and soul: the physical chains of slavery and the psychological shackles of religion. While the chains of iron rusted and fell off, the chains of the mind (enforced through CHRISTIANITY and ISLAM) remain deeply embedded in the African consciousness. Africans today reject the brutality of slavery, yet cling to the very tools that justified and sustained their oppression.
Religion in Africa, particularly Islam and Christianity, did not arrive as benevolent gifts of spiritual enlightenment. They were imposed, force-fed and institutionalized through violence, coercion and cultural destruction. The Trans-Saharan slave trade spread Islam across North, East and West Africa, while the Transatlantic slave trade embedded Christianity in Central and Southern Africa. Both were instruments of conquest, designed to dismantle African identity, demonize indigenous spirituality and create a submissive, divided people.
The Forgotten Prophets of Africa.
Before the arrival of Arab slave traders and European colonizers, Africa was not without its spiritual compass. The continent was rich with systems of belief rooted in ancestral reverence, herbal medicine, astronomy and moral codes handed down from sages and seers. These men and women were CUSTODIANS of TRUTH; the true prophets and visionaries of Africa.
When the foreign religions came, these prophets were branded as witches, pagans and devil worshippers. They were hunted, imprisoned and executed. Temples of knowledge (the schools of Kemet – ancient Egypt- and Kush) were either destroyed or appropriated. The herbalists who understood the earth’s healing were demonized; the diviners who read the stars were silenced. In their place came the holy books of the slave masters, which demanded blind faith, obedience and loyalty not to the ancestors but to foreign gods.
As the Kenyan scholar John S. Mbiti observed, “Religion was not brought into Africa; it was found in Africa. Africans were religious before the Europeans and Arabs came.” Yet the narrative taught today erases that truth, convincing Africans that their salvation must come from outsiders.
Religion as a Tool of Slavery.
To understand how religion was weaponized, one must confront the history:
Islam and the Trans-Saharan Slave Trade:
From the 7th century onward, Arab traders exported millions of Africans across the Sahara and Indian Ocean. Islam became the cloak under which Africans were told slavery was divinely sanctioned. Quranic justifications were twisted to brand black Africans as “FIT FOR SERVITUDE.” This trade persisted for over 1,000 years; longer than the Atlantic trade.
Christianity and the Transatlantic Slave Trade:
By the 15th century, European powers (Portugal, Spain, Britain, France) embarked on a mass kidnapping campaign that displaced over 12 million Africans. The Bible was the silent whip. Slaveholders cited verses like “Servants, obey your masters” (Ephesians 6:5) to sanctify brutality. Churches were not just silent bystanders; they owned plantations, profited from slavery and baptized captives before shipping them to death across the ocean.
Professor Chinweizu, the Nigerian critic of neo-colonialism, warned: “The white man’s God was never your God. He was invented to enslave you.”
King James and the Bible of Chains.
The King James Bible, often treated as holy scripture in African churches, has its own dark origins. King James I of England was a monarch deeply enmeshed in the politics of empire and colonization. His version of the Bible (1611) was commissioned not as a neutral spiritual text but as a political instrument to unify his kingdom and justify authority.
King James granted the Royal African Company its charter, enabling English merchants to dominate the Atlantic slave trade. This made him not only a ruler but a slave trader. As historian Edward Rugemer notes, the Bible under King James was deployed to discipline slaves, teaching them that obedience was a Christian duty. Africans who glorify this text without scrutiny fail to see the blood-soaked ink in its pages.
Jesus: The White Man’s Idol or the Black Messiah?
Perhaps the deepest deception lies in the image of Jesus. The “white boy with blue eyes” worshipped in Africa today was the creation of European Renaissance art, modeled on Cesare Borgia, the son of Pope Alexander VI. This image became propaganda, replacing the historical Jesus; a dark-skinned, woolly-haired man from the line of David.
The Book of Revelation 1:14-15 describes him plainly: “His head and his hairs were white like wool, as white as snow; and his feet like unto fine brass, as if they burned in a furnace.” This is not the image of a pale European, but of a Black man.
As Marcus Garvey thundered: “We Negroes believe in the God of Ethiopia, the everlasting God. God the Son, God the Holy Ghost, the one God of all ages. That is the God in whom we believe, but we shall worship Him through the spectacles of Ethiopia.”
The Book Jesus Spoke About.
When Jesus asked his disciples, “Have you not read? Is it not written?” he was referring not to the King James Bible, which did not exist, but to the ANCIENT SCROLLS of the TORAH, the PSALMS, and PROPHETIC WRITINGS. Africans must ask themselves: why are we handed a colonial compilation of texts while our own sacred writings (the PAPYRUS SCROLLS of KEMET, the ORAL TRADITIONS of IFA, the HIEROGLYPHIC WISDOM of NUBIA) are discarded as “pagan”?
Dr. Yosef Ben-Jochannan, the eminent Egyptologist, said: “The Bible is a rewritten book of African spiritual writings. What was stolen in Kemet became holy in Europe.”
The Psychological War: Why Africans Still Cling to Religion.
If religion was a weapon, why then do Africans still cling to it? The answer lies in psychology. After centuries of enslavement, colonial education and missionary indoctrination, religion became synonymous with morality, civilization and hope. To reject it feels like rejecting identity itself.
This is the illusion. As Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o warns in Decolonising the Mind: “The most important area of domination is the mental universe of the colonized.” The colonizers may have left physically, but they left behind a spiritual operating system designed to keep Africa submissive.
The Call for African Awakening.
True liberation for Africa begins not in politics or economics, but in spirituality. Until Africans restore respect for their ancestral wisdom, the continent will remain trapped in foreign systems of thought. The task is not to erase faith but to redefine it, to honor the AFRICAN PROPHETS, HERBALISTS and SAGES who were silenced and to reclaim the spiritual traditions demonized by slave masters.
As Cheikh Anta Diop, the Senegalese historian, put it: “The African who loses his culture loses himself.”
Africa’s Last Awakening: Breaking the Final Chain.
The chains of slavery were visible; the chains of religion are invisible; but both are real. Africa cannot rise while bowing to the idols of its oppressors. To pray to the image of a white Christ while rejecting the wisdom of our ancestors is to spit on their struggle.
The day Africans wake up and realize that their dignity lies not in imported religions but in the reclamation of their own divine heritage, that day the continent will stand tall again.
The final battle is not fought with guns or protests, but with the awakening of the African mind.
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United Kingdom of Atlantis Sends Security Notification to Nigerian President, Proposing Task Force
*United Kingdom of Atlantis Sends Security Notification to Nigerian President, Proposing Task Force
A self-described “Decentralized Sovereign Kingdom” known as the “United Kingdom of Atlantis” (UKA) has sent a formal “Security Notification” to the Nigerian government, sparking curiosity and concern among officials. The letter, addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu via his Security Advisor, is dated September 15, 2025, and bears multiple official-looking stamps indicating its receipt by various government offices, including the Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) and the Chief of Naval Staff Secretariat.
The letter, signed by Dr. Mike E. Kelechi, identified as the “Executive Prime Minister, UKA Decentralized Government,” makes sweeping claims about the organization’s legal and international standing. It states that the UKA is a “Sovereign Kingdom, acknowledged by the First Republic Registrar Foundation (FRRF)” and is “listed as part of the Moorish Empire.”
The document further asserts a litany of impressive, if unverified, credentials, stating: “We are Member, International Court of Justice (ICC), Certificate No:28526847-006. We are Member, United Nations (UN) under Moorish Empire, UN Charter Seat No:215/93. We’re Member, International Police Commission (IPC): which is a MEMBER UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL NO:122023 DA 05222020 UN Consultative UN-ECOSOC(A-1 ROSTER) etc.”
The core of the message is a proposal to introduce a new security force. The letter explains: “This is to notify your Authority’s and the Government of Nigeria, on the presence & functions of UKA SPECIAL TASK FORCE & UKA SPECIAL RESCUE SQUAD, which was set up by My Authority to protect UKA’s Name, Asset’s & Personalities.”
The head of this new task force is identified as IRUKAEZE OREGBU, described as “a retired Senior Police Officer.” The letter explicitly outlines the group’s mandate: “They are saddled with the duty of Protecting UKA good name, ensure effective flushing out of bad eggs among us, protect our personal’s & guide our assets.”
One of the most striking parts of the letter is the direct request for cooperation with the Nigerian government. It concludes with a call for partnership, stating: “Its our sincere expectations that you’ll give us your usual hand of fellowship. Our Men of the force are directed to bear arms, for the defense and protection of the same while we last.”
The letter also lists several of the UKA’s “assets,” including the “Atlantian Crown (ATC), E-Currency of UKA” and the “United K of Atlantis Limited (UK) Certificate No:15701943.” The document is carbon copied to a wide range of top Nigerian officials, including the heads of the military, police, state security, and the EFCC, underscoring the sender’s desire to be recognized at the highest levels of government.
The lack of any public comment from Nigerian authorities on this highly unusual letter leaves its true purpose and the government’s response unknown.
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NNPP Chieftain, Ajadi Pays Homage To Olubadan Designate, Ladoja At His Bodija – Ibadan Residence
NNPP Chieftain, Ajadi Pays Homage To Olubadan Designate, Ladoja At His Bodija – Ibadan Residence
Johnson Akinpelu
The Southwest Chieftain of New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo on Thursday has paid homage to the Olubadan designate, Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja at his Bodija – Ibadan residence.
Ajadi, a businessman cum politician, who said the visit became necessary ahead of Ladoja’s coronation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland described Ladoja as a father and lover of mankind.
Speaking with journalists during the courtesy visit, Ajadi said the impact of Ladoja’s quality leadership in Ibadan, Oyo State and Nigeria can not be overemphasized.
According to him, Ladoja’s experience as former Senator, former governor and now Olubadan will go a long way towards the development of Ibadanland, Oyo State and Nigeria as a whole.
He said, “Baba Ladoja is a father to all of us, many people like him and love to relate with him, I’m happy to be in his house today.
“He is a special creation and I’m here to tap his anointing of success, being a God’s special creation who has impacted positively on Ibadan, Oyo State and Nigeria as a whole”.
He called on all Nigerians to pray for the success of Oba Ladoja’s coronation coming up next week Friday.
“Oba Ladoja’s coronation as the 44th Olubadan next week Friday is a great event which must be witnessed by many prominent Nigerians. I want everybody to pray for the success of the coronation”, Ajadi said.
In his remarks, Oba Ladoja who prayed for political aspiration of Ajadi to come to pass, stated that politics is a good thing, saying that it is not a dirty game as some people called it, unless politicians want to dirty it.
The Olubadan designate called on politicians to have something doing aside politics, warning that they should not take politics as source of living.
He urged Ajadi not to join politics because of what he wanted to gain but to always put the interest of the people at heart.
The monarch said it is not a bad thing to go into politics, calling on Ajadi to be sincere as a politician.
He however thanked Ajadi and his entourage for the visitation, urging him to abide with his word of wisdom.
Nigeria’s Endless Circle of Failure: Citizens’ Silence Feeds Corruption.
By George Omagbemi Sylvester
Published by SaharaWeeklyNG.com
History shows nations rise when people refuse injustice. Nigeria remains trapped in poverty and misrule because too many endure what others fought to change.
Introduction.
Nigeria’s greatest challenge has never been government alone; it is also the citizens who condone and normalize its failures. For more than six decades, the country has been trapped in a vicious cycle of corruption, mismanagement and betrayal by leaders. Yet the deeper tragedy lies in how Nigerians quickly adjust to suffering, excuse incompetence and allow mediocrity to become the national culture.
This dangerous tolerance has created a fertile ground for political recycling. Leaders fail, loot and mismanage with confidence, knowing that after a few weeks of public outrage, citizens will quiet down, move on and even reward them with RE-ELECTION. The consequence is clear: Nigeria remains a paradox; RESOURCE-RICH yet POVERTY-STRICKEN, where leadership failure is matched only by citizens’ complacency.
According to the World Bank, 46% of Nigerians lived below the poverty line in 2024, despite the country being Africa’s largest oil producer. This contradiction cannot be explained by corrupt governance alone; it is equally about a people who no longer demand accountability.
How Nigerians Enable Failure.
A telling example is the ₦70,000 minimum wage law passed in June 2024. More than 20 state governments have refused to implement it, claiming empty treasuries. Instead of citizens uniting to demand compliance, silence and excuses dominate. By tolerating such disobedience, Nigerians indirectly empower leaders to keep breaking promises without fear of backlash.
The same pattern played out after the fuel subsidy removal in 2023. Fuel prices tripled overnight, transportation costs skyrocketed and food inflation hit record highs. By mid-2024, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reported food inflation above 35%, the worst in two decades. After brief protests, Nigerians adjusted to the pain and carried on, leaving government unchallenged.
The imposition of mandatory identification systems further demonstrates this passivity. From BVN (Bank Verification Number) to NIN (National Identification Number) and now TIN (Tax Identification Number), Nigerians are forced through chaotic rollouts that deny millions access to financial services and business operations. Instead of demanding efficiency and fairness, citizens simply comply, regardless of the exploitation involved.
To make matters worse, in 2025 the government introduced a 5% fuel tax, compounding the suffering of a people already bleeding from subsidy removal. After some murmurs of discontent, Nigerians once again accepted it in silence.
“Corruption thrives not in the halls of government, but in the quiet acceptance of those it is meant to serve.” ~ George O. Sylvester.
This culture of quiet endurance sends a dangerous message: leaders can impose any burden on the masses, and they will endure it without organized resistance.
Lessons from Nepal: Citizens Who Refused to Accept Failure.
To grasp the heavy cost of Nigeria’s complacency, one must look at Nepal. For centuries, Nepal endured an absolute monarchy where power was concentrated in the hands of kings who ignored the people’s needs. Corruption, inequality and suppression of freedoms left citizens desperate and disillusioned.
The turning point came with the People’s Movement of 2006 (Loktantra Andolan). Millions of Nepalis poured into the streets, demanding democracy, justice and freedom. Despite military crackdowns, arrests and bloodshed, they refused to retreat. The Maoist insurgency, ongoing since 1996, merged with civil protests, creating unstoppable pressure. By 2008, the monarchy was abolished and Nepal became a republic.
This historic revolution proves a timeless truth: change is never handed down by leaders; it is demanded and often forced, by the people.
Other Nations That Rejected Failure.
Nepal’s story is not isolated. History is filled with examples of nations where citizens refused to condone injustice and compelled leaders to change course.
South Korea (1987): After decades of military dictatorship, millions of South Koreans flooded the streets demanding free elections. Despite violent crackdowns, their persistence paid off. Democratic reforms followed, laying the foundation for South Korea’s transformation into one of the world’s most advanced economies.
Tunisia (2011): The Arab Spring began in Tunisia after Mohamed Bouazizi, a street vendor, set himself ablaze in protest against corruption and police harassment. The people erupted in mass protests and within weeks, President Ben Ali (who had ruled for 23 years) was forced into exile. Tunisia became the first Arab country to topple a dictator in that wave of uprisings.
Sudan (2019): After 30 years of Omar al-Bashir’s iron-fisted rule, Sudanese citizens mobilized in unprecedented protests against economic hardship and political repression. Despite brutal crackdowns, they persisted until the regime collapsed. Bashir was ousted, proving yet again that united citizens are stronger than entrenched rulers.
These examples highlight one truth: GOVERNMENTS ONLY RESPECT CITIZENS WHO REFUSE TO REMAIN SILENT.
Why Nigerians Remain Silent.
If history shows the power of resistance, why do Nigerians remain trapped in silence? Several factors explain this dangerous pattern:
Ethnic and Religious Divisions – Many defend leaders from their tribe or faith, even when those leaders fail spectacularly. This toxic loyalty recycles incompetence across elections.
Weaponized Poverty – Nearly half of Nigerians live in poverty and politicians exploit this vulnerability by distributing food or cash during elections, buying silence at a cheap price.
Fear of Repression – Decades of authoritarian crackdowns have instilled fear in Nigerians. Yet history proves that tyrannies collapse when citizens resist together.
Resigned Helplessness – After endless cycles of betrayal, many Nigerians believe change is impossible. This resignation feeds the system, ensuring nothing improves.
The Heavy Price of Silence.
The consequences of this citizen silence are devastating:
Mass Exodus of Youth: Between 2022 and 2024, over 2 million Nigerians emigrated legally and illegally, according to the African Union. This brain drain is stripping the country of its most productive citizens.
Persistent Insecurity: Boko Haram, kidnappings and banditry continue because leaders mismanage security resources while citizens adjust to living in fear.
Economic Stagnation: Nigeria has earned over $1 trillion from oil since independence, yet it ranks among the poorest nations globally in per capita income.
Silence has turned Nigeria into a paradox: RICH IN RESOURCES, POOR IN REALITY.
Nepal’s Revolution vs Nigeria’s Complacency.
The revolutions in Nepal, South Korea, Tunisia, and Sudan contrast sharply with Nigeria’s passivity:
Unity Over Division: Citizens in those countries set aside ethnic, tribal and sectarian divides to fight for a common cause. Nigerians remain trapped in divisions that weaken collective action.
Persistent Action: Protests in those nations continued until victory was secured. Nigerians often protest for a few days, then return to routine, giving government room to recover.
Clear Mission: Nepalese, Tunisians and Sudanese citizens demanded specific goals (democracy, justice, freedom) and achieved them. Nigerians lack a unified demand, drifting between complaints and resignation.
Until Nigerians learn persistence, unity and clarity of purpose, their protests will remain fleeting and their silence deafening.
Final Word.
Nigeria’s endless circle of failure is not sustained by corrupt leaders alone; it is fueled by citizens who excuse corruption, tolerate mediocrity and endure suffering without demanding accountability. Whether it is unpaid wages, exploitative taxes, chaotic identification schemes or destructive fuel policies, Nigerians have learned to adjust instead of resist.
“A nation does not fail because of bad leaders alone; it fails when its people choose to remain silent in the face of injustice.” ~ George O. Sylvester
The lesson from Nepal, South Korea, Tunisia and Sudan is simple yet powerful: change comes only when people stop condoning failure. When citizens unite with one voice, no government can resist transformation.
The choice before Nigerians is clear: remain silent and watch the nation decay further; or rise, as others once did and rewrite history.
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