Topic: Proposal For Naija (Nigeria LB) Sub-Boards Creation - page 4. (Read 1061 times)

Thank you Agbe for bringing this up, i see naija local board increasing in activities ever since the approval of the local board, now it's unto the next phase to help see the local board going well organized by how it members post on the board, I've also seen two or more cases of postings that are not perfectly on topic which some of the members take advantage of the unavailability of the sub board to post anyhow topic, now when there's three to five sub boards under the local board, each thread will finds its appropriate board it is well fitted in, else other contrary threads will be moved to off topic because they are not fit in anywhere.

If this request is granted, i see it to be one of the means to reduce spamming and off topic threads created indescriminately by some members, this will also encourage for more quality post when each aspect of discussion is having a designated board expected to have all related discussions, it will also be easier to locate any off topic or low quality post to be reported to the moderator if any is found.

Lastly, thanks to Hugeblack who had made it a commitment in identifying unmerited quality posts from local boards, this is one of the reasons we also hope that the two local board merit source applications be considered to help encourage other quality posters and also compliment cryptopreneurbrainboss who is the only merit source, while his own monthly allocations too can increase, thanks to all other active naija local board bitcointalk members for the good works on the local board and for bringing this initiative to request for sub boards.

GoodLuck all the way.

Let me be specific, Nigeria local board consists of many quality posters. Also this thread is about the need for child boards.

Some people prefer to use Pidgin, while some people prefer to use English, while some people prefer to use both.

If the board is spam, it will be muted, locked. Locals can continue their spamming before the board is locked.

Use report to report spam posts because it's responsibility of local members who ask for the local board.

The board is in English and global moderators, current moderators who can use English can moderate it. All moderators in Bitcointalk can use English well and all of them can do this.

We are going to later ask for a moderator, but the need for other boards (especially other discussion which is meant for off-topic) is imminent. If there is a moderator moderating that board, he will not be able to delete many of the posts which some people see as spam, because many are not spam but belonging to off-topic board. Unless the moderator just want to be harsh. It is worth mentioning that moderators have fast response to the posts that I have been reporting on the board.

I have also noticed an increase in the participants of the Naija local board as can be seen in the sharp increase in post count of the board. I can actually attest to the fact that navigating through the local board can be challenging most times considering the way topics and discussions are arranged in the Nigerian local  board. If we have sub-boards, it will really help in organising discussions and accessing information.

For a board that is less that a year, the growth noteworthy and should be supported as a way of pushing Bitcoin penetration and the spread of this amazing technology, of which Nigeira is playing a key role.

We appreciate the efforts of those who do make it time to check on the Naija local board and also support in many immeasurable ways. We do not take likely, the support of Hugeblack, EFS amongst others. Approval of a few merit sources will also help encourage quality posters to do more to keep the board going.

While we hope this request will be considered, it is important to note that we appreciate having a local board in a forum like this.

I think it would be much more beneficial for you to ask for a local moderator. You have several very active members who, if they are ready to accept responsibility, should perhaps apply for local mod positions.
Merit source applications to reward quality posts more are okay, but spam removal is perhaps more important for maintaining the forum. In the end, it will be easier for you to discuss if your board is spam-free.

Calvary Greetings from the Nigeria Local Board to theymos and other dignitaries in the forum. The primary reason for starting this topic is to create sub-boards in the LOCAL BOARD. A local board is created for the forum's users to use their native language. Nigerians have been in the forum for about 8 years, and at first we were all in one thread making comments and creating topics, but as the number of participants increased to a point where the thread became congested, a Local Board was requested, and on January 1st, 2023, the Local Board was created as a surprise package for Nigerians.  And as time passes, the board expands faster, and the population grows by the day. We have spent around 11 months since the creation of the BOARD, and the board is growing quickly, therefore we are requesting theymos to look into the board and create sub-boards so we may split up the discussions accordingly.


With over 100+ monthly active posters, the board becomes congested, making it tough to browse through a slew of off-topics and copy-and-paste local news pieces generated by newbies. We are not suggesting that local news is not important, but it should be of general interest rather than personal interest. Because this is a bitcoin discussion topic, all users are required to have a basic understanding of bitcoin. As a result, when child boards are created, other discussions will be on their sub-boards, while bitcoin discussions will be on the board's home page.

• Congestion. Too many threads and difficult to navigate through and topics are easily buried.
• To minimize spams: Since there is no local moderator at the moment, the child board will separate the trash, spamming and unrefined posts from the main board.

• Naija Politics & Society: Topics that'll be of interest to bitcoiners in relation to politics and the society in general.  
• Other Discussions: Other topics that might be of interest to bitcoiners.

This list is compiled from last month to this month.
Some of the Politics and Society's Threads found in the Board
Add to Charles-Tim list:  When Godfather-ism becomes a problem in Nigeria
Naija and godfatherism
When Godfather-ism becomes a problem in Nigeria
Supreme Court Justices a Shame or Praise
Federal Government 3 Million Technical Talent Programme for Young Nigerians
SCAM: Fake Nigeria Portal for Household cash transfer Program
Ghana preparing to supply Nigeria electricity.
Tinubu Asked To Resign Before He Is Disgraced Out Of Office By FBI, CIA
What really happened to Nigeria Economy
Joe Biden Appoints Two Nigerians As Special Advisers
Government Really Value Our NYSC?
Nigerian gov supports AI initiatives with $290K in grants
Historical Nigerian True-Life Story of a Man Who Lost His Five Sons in One Day
The president certificate and how it affects us crypto-currency enthusiast

Some of the Other Discussion Threads Found in the Board
Add to Charles-Tim list:  
Come wetin we see about some Nigerian youths wey use smoking do work of they lif
One crazy thing that most Nigerians do that affect our savings over time
Lionel Messi win 8th ballon d'Or
How close are you to your father?
Nigerian parents and spirituality.
The pressure to last long in bed and the increased use of manpower drugs
Why we too de abuse moments of celebration?
MARRIAGES TARGETED ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Quick money wahala
Your take on buying an expensive phone like iPhone 15
[Weekly Akawo] Naija Friends

Increase in merit allocation to the Naija (Nigerian board)
Increase in Cryptopreneurbrainboss allocation:
Approval of additional merit source:
1. From Charles-Tim: Charles-Tim merit source application + Nigerian local board
2. From Igebotz: Igebotz Nigerian Local Board Merit Source Application