Fhemmmy:

I would only adviced that they invest in newer model trains and not the used ones that gives Torontonians problems . . . . .  But good start

A.Chigozie:

[size=20pt]WTH are you talking about?  What do former enslaved people settling in Liberia or Sierra Leone have to do with this topic?  Some of you people are all over the place, can't you focus?  [/size]

A.Chigozie:

Yes, I know, but it is my name.  If I marry, I will keep my name, because more than likely my future husband will be like 99.9% of AA and carry the name of the family who enslaved his ancestors.  

ekt_bear:

Is what Fashola buying worse than what they use in Washington, DC:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Washington_Metro_rolling_stock

Or worse than what is used in Boston:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green_Line_(MBTA)


Look, if you don't like the cars, no wahala. I'm sure over time they'll upgrade to newer ones. But to START this project, what is wrong with doing it affordably? Why must brand-spankin new rail cars be bought?

2mch:

rotflmao. Imagine the nonsense being spewed here. I know some of them are working for their pay checks, but they should spare us the bullshit. At the end of the day, we know a newer equipment is far cheaper in the long run than an old one. Only common sense. Nigerian's and their okrika mentality. If it is too expensive for the state, then concentrate of roads and bridges until they can afford it. No more short cuts, or cheap alternatives. It always costs us dearly in the end.

2mch:

rotflmao. Imagine the nonsense being spewed here. I know some of them are working for their pay checks, but they should spare us the bullshit. At the end of the day, we know a newer equipment is far cheaper in the long run than an old one. Only common sense. Nigerian's and their okrika mentality. If it is too expensive for the state, then concentrate of roads and bridges until they can afford it. No more short cuts, or cheap alternatives. It always costs us dearly in the end.

ekt_bear:

Per capita, Nigeria is probably #1 on earth when it comes to haters and bad belle people

These same people complaining that he got affordable cars will be the same ones complaining that the rail is too expensive when it comes out.

Smh
Carry go, Fashola

Augustine is considered an influential figure in the history of education. He introduced the theory of three different categories of students, and instructed teachers to adapt their teaching styles to each student's individual learning style. The three different kinds of students are: the student who has been well-educated by knowledgeable teachers; the student who has had no education; and the student who has had a poor education, but believes himself to be well-educated. If a student has been well educated in a wide variety of subjects, the teacher must be careful not to repeat what they have already learned, but to challenge the student with material which they do not yet know thoroughly.

With the student who has had no education, the teacher must be patient, willing to repeat things until the student understands, and sympathetic. Perhaps the most difficult student, however, is the one with an inferior education who believes he understands something when he does not. Augustine stressed the importance of showing this type of student the difference between "having words and having understanding," and of helping the student to remain humble with his acquisition of knowledge.

Donlittle:

w=, what am i saying, what are you saying?? now i know and sure you drop out of school
u were probably raised in the usa but had african parent,
spoilt little brat
time to ignore your backside

Don't get mad because you are incapable of staying on topic.  

2mch:

rotflmao. Imagine the nonsense being spewed here. I know some of them are working for their pay checks, but they should spare us the bullshit. At the end of the day, we know a newer equipment is far cheaper in the long run than an old one. Only common sense. Nigerian's and their okrika mentality. If it is too expensive for the state, then concentrate of roads and bridges until they can afford it. No more short cuts, or cheap alternatives. It always costs us dearly in the end.

ekt_bear:

Is what Fashola buying worse than what they use in Washington, DC:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Washington_Metro_rolling_stock

Or worse than what is used in Boston:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green_Line_(MBTA)


Look, if you don't like the cars, no wahala. I'm sure over time they'll upgrade to newer ones. But to START this project, what is wrong with doing it affordably? Why must brand-spankin new rail cars be bought?

A.Chigozie:

[size=20pt]
Don't get mad because you are incapable of staying on topic.   [/size]

ekt_bear:

What difference does it make whether it is light rail or subway? I actually don't even know what the difference is myself. Does it matter?
What would you have suggested they do? Go for the more expensive option? If so, where do you get the money for it?

A.Chigozie:

[size=20pt]What is a "okrika mentality"? I sis the same as a slave/colonial mentality?  [/size]

Gekko:

Honestly i'm no transportation expert so am i'm eager for someone knowledgeable to weigh in but i've ridden light rails in several cities from San Francisco to Madrid and they look nothing like those cars being inspected.
with that said, from my observation, generally light rails are suitable to mixed traffic use which is why they are more they are more sleek in design since they need to operate in an existing street environment.  

Gekko:

Honestly i'm no transportation expert so am i'm eager for someone knowledgeable to weigh in but i've ridden light rails in several cities from San Francisco to Madrid and they look nothing like those cars being inspected.
with that said, from my observation, generally light rails are suitable to mixed traffic use which is why they are more they are more sleek in design since they need to operate in an existing street environment.  

2mch:

Yes actually. Nigerian's believe new and shiny things, that are efficient and life saving should only be reserved for Oyinbo people and rich people. These rich people are their politicians who steal their money and will never ride these old dinosaur train cars if their life depended on it. But will go to foreign countries and enjoy the benefit of good and transparent government. They also believe that they should go the cheapest route, even if it is okrika or second hand, so that other people our countries can believe they have some sort of infrastructure. They also do not know how to maintain anything. This is the honest truth. People, we have to do better, and emancipate ourselves from okrika culture. Because regular people are going to ride these trains, doesnt mean they deserve a molue.

Donlittle:

you didnt stay on the question, where do you get the money to buy the newer ones? arent there money projects to deal with?
if he goes to world bank for money, you same people will complain his own is too much again, haha kilode  

2mch:

Yes actually. Nigerian's believe new and shiny things, that are efficient and life saving should only be reserved for Oyinbo people and rich people. These rich people are their politicians who steal their money and will never ride these old dinosaur train cars if their life depended on it. But will go to foreign countries and enjoy the benefit of good and transparent government. They also believe that they should go the cheapest route, even if it is okrika or second hand, so that other people our countries can believe they have some sort of infrastructure. They also do not know how to maintain anything. This is the honest truth. People, we have to do better, and emancipate ourselves from okrika culture. Because regular people are going to ride these trains, doesnt mean they deserve a molue.

2mch:

rotflmao. Imagine the nonsense being spewed here. I know some of them are working for their pay checks, but they should spare us the bullshit. At the end of the day, we know a newer equipment is far cheaper in the long run than an old one. Only common sense. Nigerian's and their okrika mentality. If it is too expensive for the state, then concentrate of roads and bridges until they can afford it. No more short cuts, or cheap alternatives. It always costs us dearly in the end.

2mch:

That boston thing is a street car. It is preserved because it has a historical and cultural significance. Kind of like the New Orleans street cars. They aslo have other types of rails. Ekt Bear is a liar and an exaggerator. rotflmao.

Gekko:



I dont care if they buy old or used, my concern is that the technology they are inspecting is different from their presentation.


http://www.lagosrail.com/_downloads/Lagos%20Blue%20Line%20Project%20Briefing.pdf

seanet02:

and how does it give Torontonians Problem?
Tell me, lemme know

2mch:

[size=14pt]Obama: US Moving Toward High-Speed Railways[/size]


   * Obama Heads to Mexico to Discuss Border Security, Drug War
   * Obama's Upcoming Speech at Notre Dame University Draws Criticism

President Barack Obama wants the United States to join other industrialized countries in having an extensive high-speed rail system. The president has unveiled his plan to accelerate the development of high-speed rail in the U.S.

President Obama says high-speed rail could do for America what it is already doing for other countries, including China and Spain.  

"A high-speed line between Madrid and Seville is so successful that more people travel between those cities by rail than by car and airplane combined.  China, where service began just two years ago, may have more miles of high-speed rail service than any other country just five years from now," he said.

High-speed rail only serves America's Northeast corridor, between Washington, D.C. and Boston, Massachusetts.  But plans are under way to extend the rapid transit to other areas of the country.

Before leaving for Latin America, Mr. Obama outlined his two-part strategy for accelerating those plans.

http://www.voanews.com/english/news/a-13-2009-04-16-voa32-68813507.html

Nigeria is the only country always appreciating dinosaurs. rotflmao. Everybody is moving ahead

You can keep arguing if you feel like it but I think its sort of waste of time.

how can you compare lagos state with United State of A.

U smoke ganja?

Donlittle:

lmao, geico or geko wateva your name is, u dnt care, more like u care bout the cause but not the effect??
damn, were do u come from
if the effect start affecting lagosin u will be the first to come on here, and start abusing fasola, kilode

and what is their presentation, and how does it differ from their inspection, nonsense

Gekko:



I dont care if they buy old or used, my concern is that the technology they are inspecting is different from their presentation.


http://www.lagosrail.com/_downloads/Lagos%20Blue%20Line%20Project%20Briefing.pdf

Comparison to other rail transit modes

With its mix of right-of-way types and train control technologies, LRT offers the widest range of latitude of any rail system in the design, engineering, and operating practices. The challenge in designing light rail systems is to realize the potential of LRT to provide fast, comfortable service while avoiding the tendency to overdesign that results in excessive capital costs beyond what is necessary to meet the public's needs.[15]
[edit]Rapid rail transit
For more details on this topic, see Rapid transit.
Light rail vehicles (LRVs) are distinguished from rapid rail transit (RRT) vehicles by their capability for operation in mixed traffic, generally resulting in a narrower car body and articulation in order to operate in a traffic street environment. With their large size, large turning radius, and often an electrified third rail, RRT vehicles cannot operate in the street. Since LRT systems can operate using existing streets, they often can avoid the cost of expensive subway and elevated segments that would be required with RRT.

DAY11.:

You can keep arguing if you feel like it but I think its sort of waste of time.

how can you compare lagos state with United State of A.

U smoke ganja?

Bawss1:

Reading this thread is like watching a tag team battle on Tekken or Ninja Storm. I'm loving the way ekt_bear and Eko Ile take on A.Chigozie and 2mch.