A secular humanist critique of religion (2)
Because of this, some humanists consider it necessary to label their own version as ‘secular humanism’ or ‘scientific humanism’ in contrast to ‘Christian humanism’ or ‘religious humanism.’ For our purpose in this discourse, we shall adopt Smoker’s characterisation of ‘humanism’ as secular or scientific humanism, that is, a positive human-centred philosophy of life based on rationalism that is either atheistic or agnostic, being concerned with life in this world, not with imaginary deities or a hereafter.
Gombe increases nutritional budget from N50m to N120m yearly
Gombe State Government has increased its nutritional budget from N50 to N120 million yearly, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports.
Liverpool’s Sakho faces UEFA probe over possible doping violation
Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho is being investigated by UEFA over a possible anti-doping rule violation, the Premier League club revealed on Saturday.
Army averts another suicide attack in Borno
The Nigerian Army on Saturday prevented another suicide bomb attack on Ummarari in Borno after intercepting a suspected bomber on his way to the community.
Fire destroys over 150 makeshift structures, Customs’ warehouse in Lagos
No less than 150 makeshift structures were gutted by fire that started late Friday night at Kano Street, Ebute-Meta area of Lagos State.
NNPC distributes 1,082 trucks of PMS nationwide
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) said a total of 1,082 truck of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) were loaded and distributed nationwide on Friday.
