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Science/TechnologyRe: Moment China's Chang’e 4 lander Landed On The Far Side Of The Moon by 9jaRealist: 1:12pm On Jan 14, 2019
Meanwhile, Nigerians are busy stealing female underwear. cry
BusinessRe: NGO Seeks Details Of CBN, MTN Peace Deal by 9jaRealist: 1:04pm On Jan 14, 2019
Sorry but this “NGO” sounds rather clueless.

MTN was NEVER fined $8.13 billion, so there is NO so-called “wide margin” wrt to the reported settlement. Rather, MTN was accused of improperly reporting on CCI forms it’s repatriation of dividends (that is return on the equity investment of shareholders - its own money) to its overseas shareholders amounting to $8.13 billion over about a decade. The initial recourse sought by the CBN was that MTN return the repatriated US dollars which it bought from the banks with those CCIs in return for Naira (and presumably reprise the entire process anew), but both parties subsequently decided to settle for the reported ‘fine’. If MTN was willing to take Naira, it would have paid ZERO!
PoliticsRe: U.S., Europe may stop giving visa to Nigerian elite, politicians from tomorrow, by 9jaRealist: 12:46pm On Jan 14, 2019
Nigerians are do desperate, they will believe any fairy tale. cry
PoliticsRe: CJN: Preliminary Objection Challenging The Jurisdiction Of The CCT by 9jaRealist: 12:37pm On Jan 14, 2019
Quite frankly underwhelming... undecided

The entire preliminary objection appears anchored upon an underlying premise that the CCT process is to “remove” the CJN from office, when there is absolutely no mention thereof in the reported charge sheet. Obviously, it is NOT within the purview of the CCT (or the CCB) to remove the CJN from office, but it is certainly within its authority (and thus its substantive jurisdiction) to hear and rule on petitions brought against any officer listed in the Constitution for failure to properly declare his/her assets.

The contention of the preliminary objection is essentially akin to arguing that because only the Senate (and Senators voting in the chamber) can impeach and remove the Senate President under the Constitution, a sitting Senate President cannot be tried by the CCT for improper asset declaration. Obviously, such an argument did not prevail for Saraki at the same CCT (and even the Supreme Court upheld the CCT’s jurisdiction in the Saraki case), so why would anyone think it would in this instance?
CelebritiesRe: #10yearschallenge: Toke Makinwa Shares 10 Years Throwback Photo by 9jaRealist: 12:10pm On Jan 14, 2019
CaroLyner:
Coke and fanta
Comment of the year! grin grin grin
EducationRe: Secondary School Boys Excited As They Go On Suspension (Photo) by 9jaRealist: 12:06pm On Jan 14, 2019
Agbero culture is increasingly taking over Nigeria. cry
PoliticsRe: Falana Speaks On Walter Onnoghen Prosecution, Tells FG To Withdraw Case by 9jaRealist: 11:52am On Jan 14, 2019
iswallker:
well said. however, the executive should thread with caution while prosecuting the CJN because of the political undertone of wanting to replace a minority Christian southerner with a Muslim northerner ahead of the 2019 election. also bearing in mind that the same attorney general who has the sole right to prosecute has looked the other way in cases involving appointees of the executive arm or government. cases involving a former SGF and a former finance minister and many others readily come to mind.
Totally agree.

Technical ‘justice’ is undermined where perceived to lack moral (or popular) authority.
PoliticsRe: Falana Speaks On Walter Onnoghen Prosecution, Tells FG To Withdraw Case by 9jaRealist: 11:44am On Jan 14, 2019
Truckpusher:
What’s criminal process again ?

You guys just manufacture words from your anus to sound intelligent ,and just to defend the indefensible?
No need for the crude and uncouth personal attacks and insults, just because of a difference of opinion.

Nonetheless, in law, there are criminal, civil and administrative processes. Administrative processes (such as hearings before the Medical and Dental Council, the Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Committee, the Securities and Exchange Commission, etc) do not rise to the level of criminal (or even civil) processes. The latter are govern by statutory and/or common law, while the former is merely governed by administrative guidelines, rules and regulations. Accordingly, where there is any inconsistency, actual laws are granted supremacy (hence “supersede”). Meanwhile, no need to thank me for the free education and enlightenment ( grin)!
TravelRe: The 10 Most Influential Cities In The World by 9jaRealist: 11:30am On Jan 14, 2019
asuustrike1:
Is Singapore a city or country?
Singapore is a City-State (i.e., a city and a country).

Hong Kong used to be the same, until it became part of China in 1997.
TravelRe: The 10 Most Influential Cities In The World by 9jaRealist: 11:28am On Jan 14, 2019
Obviously, a SUBJECTIVE list. Nonetheless, cities like Dubai, Shanghai, Berlin, Frankfurt and Moscow should round up the Top 15.
TravelRe: The 10 Most Influential Cities In The World by 9jaRealist: 11:24am On Jan 14, 2019
melodyogonna:
OP where is California?
California is a state, not a city. However, Los Angeles (California) is there.
PoliticsRe: How N5bn Cardiac And Renal Facility Was Abandoned In Lagos by 9jaRealist: 11:17am On Jan 14, 2019
Simply seems as another failed CONCESSION arrangement in Lagos (like LCC, and likely Visionscape).

One recalls that the Fashola administration CONCESSIONED this Center to Renescor Health LLP (which was reported at that time by the press to be a consortium of international/foreign experts vastly experienced in cardiac/renal healthcare), and therefore the Center was never operated or managed by the Lagos State government (or the LASG Health Ministry). Obviously we are not privy to the terms of the Concession Agreement or arrangement, but if it is not working then the Lagos government should have quickly moved to revoke same.
PoliticsRe: How N5bn Cardiac And Renal Facility Was Abandoned In Lagos by 9jaRealist: 10:59am On Jan 14, 2019
chloride6:
Nope we just had to build that nonsense at Oshodi

No time for renal nonsense

or inner city roads

If you need dialysis just google my works charging your phone with the streetlight provided outside your house.
Have you seen the Critical Care Unit that Ambode built at LASUTH (headed by a professor from Howard University)? Have you seen the renovation and expansion of Ayinke House (LASUTH) by Ambode? Have you not seen the new contributory healthcare insurance scheme launched by Ambode? Look, I do not think we are getting the full story behind this Renal Centre (which I believe was actually concessioned by the Fashola administration to Renescor Health LLP, and is thus not being operated by the Lagos government), but it is certainly NOT because Mr. Ambode is negligent of health projects!
CrimeRe: Church Usher Rapes 5-Year-Old Girl In Lagos During Service by 9jaRealist: 10:26am On Jan 14, 2019
homealone00:
Igbo Amaka. grin grin Una don polute our Land Finish.
Admittedly not an expert in these primordial matters, but the name ‘Udoh’ would more likely be Efik or perhaps Ibibio rather than Ibo. cool
PoliticsRe: Falana Speaks On Walter Onnoghen Prosecution, Tells FG To Withdraw Case by 9jaRealist: 10:14am On Jan 14, 2019
iswallker:
but the supreme court has not ruled on the matter, therefore the appeal court ruling stands... huh

they should have sent the petition to the NJC.
The NJC is chaired by the CJN, and he cannot be (or be perceived) to be a judge in his own case.

Furthermore, while you are correct about the inexplicable ruling of the Court of Appeal being stare decisis for lower courts (but not for other divisions of the Court of Appeal), one would expect that decision (which is presently being appealed) to be overturned on appeal (albeit the Supreme Court is also headed by the now self-interested CJN) because the Constitution clearly conveys the prosecutorial authority of the federal government solely on the Attorney-General and no one else. In effect, any recommendation for the federal government to prosecute (or not prosecute) any person rests solely with the AG, and therefore that Court of Appeal’s ruling is inconsistent with the Constitution (and thus in violation thereof) as it effectively usurps the prosecutorial authority of the AG under the Constitution.
PoliticsRe: Falana Speaks On Walter Onnoghen Prosecution, Tells FG To Withdraw Case by 9jaRealist: 9:54am On Jan 14, 2019
The National Judicial Council is chaired by the Chief Justice. He cannot be a judge in his own case.

Furthermore, the NJC process is merely administrative, and therefore cannot supersede the criminal process.
CrimeRe: Micheal Asiwaju Shares Nude Photo And Sex Videos As He Reacts To Rape Allegation by 9jaRealist: 8:48am On Jan 13, 2019
prince3009:
Not true! It's not a color thing. Women all over do it and they do it to get attention and sympathy from society. Check out the stupid faces of the so-called "R Kelly Survivors" who accused him of rape. Every race and continent was well represented from Caucasian to Asian to Negroid!

My advice to men is this: "Start making a secret sextape with any woman you sleep with and document it well for future purposes incase their is an accusation of rape tomorrow!
While there was a whole lot of ratchetedness on the R. Kelly documentary, R. Kelly sleeping with a 15-year-old Aaliyah and the 14-year-old he pissed on is straight-on 100% Statutory Rape. It is a strict liability crime, because minors are legally deemed unable to grant informed consent under any circumstances whatsoever (which is also the reason that minors cannot enter into legally-binding contracts, and no contractual obligations of same can be held against them).
CrimeRe: Micheal Asiwaju Shares Nude Photo And Sex Videos As He Reacts To Rape Allegation by 9jaRealist: 8:38am On Jan 13, 2019
oxygenlove:
how can someone enjoy raping inside a car!!!
Because rape has less to do with sex and more with power and domination. Accordingly, raping someone in a confined space seems apt.
CrimeRe: Micheal Asiwaju Shares Nude Photo And Sex Videos As He Reacts To Rape Allegation by 9jaRealist: 8:26am On Jan 13, 2019
I don’t know if the dude raped anyone, but...

Unfortunately I sense a crude and crass backward culture of entitlement here. Accordingly, just because you VOLUNTARILY spent N500K (even N5 mil) hanging out with a woman should NEVER lead you to presume that she owes you sex (nor that she is obligated to you at all). If you are seeking such transactional sex, there are professional Olosho houses all across the Mainland. Furthermore, just because a woman may have sent you nude pictures or discussed sex on the phone with you does not equate to permission to sleep with her when you meet.

Finally, I hope folks understand that rape does not necessarily mean that the alleged perpetrator roughed the victim up. It simply means sexual contact (usually intercourse) without voluntary consent. In addition, the (alleged) victim has the right to report same whenever she (or even he) pleases. Sexual assault is never an easy thing to deal with (and each individual processes these matters in her/his own peculiar manner), especially in places like Nigeria where there is a high propensity to blame the victim.
PoliticsRe: We’ll Develop Alternatives To Road Transport In Lagos – Sanwo-olu by 9jaRealist: 5:22am On Jan 13, 2019
[quote author= post=74709364]Good way to go.
Lagos is always BLESSED with good governors.
No wonder Lagos remain the best State in Nigeria.[/quote]He had said nothing new or different from what Ambode says.
PoliticsRe: Division In Atiku Campaign As Ekweremadu Stays Away by 9jaRealist: 5:10am On Jan 13, 2019
Sunofgod:
When you get 22 houses abroad you don't need to campaign for anyone..... cheesy
grin
PoliticsRe: Division In Atiku Campaign As Ekweremadu Stays Away by 9jaRealist: 5:01am On Jan 13, 2019
ceejayMAX:
Just becos he was not selected for vp.na jealousy go kill am
grin grin grin

You also have to consider that Ekweremadu has an EFCC case pending. So perhaps he’s angling for an “Akpabio Amnesty”!
PoliticsRe: Breaking!! AbiaApcRally:Dr Orji Uzor Kalu Lands In Umuahia by 9jaRealist: 7:15pm On Jan 11, 2019
Buhari is a joke.

Your administration is trying the man in court for corruption, and yet he is leading your campaign?
CrimeRe: Man Stabs Ikeja Electric’s Technician Over Disconnection by 9jaRealist: 12:20pm On Jan 10, 2019
uuzba:
Problem without solution. We already know it is a zoo. Things are all messed up. What do we do? This is an online platform. Throw suggestions.
Sorry, I am not a zoologist. grin
PoliticsRe: Not Fighting Corruption Is More Dangerous, Kagame Tell Okonjo Iweala. by 9jaRealist: 12:19pm On Jan 10, 2019
seunmsg:
In what appears like a subtle shade, Rwandan President Paul Kagame took to Twitter to advice Ngozi Okonjo Iweala to write another book on, “Not fighting corruption is even more dangerous “.

This message also goes to all lovers of corruption like Peter Obi who feels we should concentrate on opening shops alone and allow rogues to plunder our resources without restrain. We cannot make any progress as a nation until we collective battle the menance of corruption.
It’s not quite a shade, unless you are implying that Paul Kagame has trouble comprehending basic English (or more likely never bothered to read the book), because Okonjo-Iweala book does NOT advocate against fighting corruption but merely (and correctly) warns that it’s a tough and dangerous fight.

Meanwhile, Peter Obi is right (albeit he never actually said that Nigeria should not fight corruption). There is a saying that a farmer whose farm is invaded by bush rats can either elect to become a full-time rat chasers or to fence his farm. Along those lines, the best anti-corruption weapon remains PREVENTION! Without primary attention to prevention, convicting 2 ex-Govs after 9-11 years of trial is pitiful returns.
PoliticsRe: Rex Idaminabo Flags Off "Handshake" Campaign In His Constituency by 9jaRealist: 11:55am On Jan 10, 2019
Let’s just hope his blokus does not come up missing. grin grin grin

Seriously, though, he should also use it to spread the word about basic hygiene such as hand sanitizers.
CelebritiesRe: DJ Cuppy Asks For Location For Next Performance: Fans Drop Savage Replies by 9jaRealist: 11:52am On Jan 10, 2019
She’s a decent enough DJ, but not a musician. She was lucky with her first single (thanks to Tekno) and lost perspective...

Nonetheless, the misogyny and hatred is uncalled for. She helps out with her father’s foundation and even gives her own scholarships.
CelebritiesRe: Obituary: Burial Poster Of Gbenga Akintunde by 9jaRealist: 11:42am On Jan 10, 2019
RIP
CrimeRe: Man Stabs Ikeja Electric’s Technician Over Disconnection by 9jaRealist: 11:41am On Jan 10, 2019
ZOO! undecided
PoliticsRe: I’ve Spent N200m Of My Personal Money To Run For President - Kingsley Moghalu by 9jaRealist: 11:39am On Jan 10, 2019
Narijoel:
kiss
I look forward to seeing somebody like him being president someday.
well I can advise him to test out his popularity first as a local government chairman or maybe a governor of his state.
Nigerians are not just ready yet.
hopefully we get there someday when the youths will really be "leaders of tomorrow".
See my post above.

State Governors control LG funds, so he will make virtually no impact at that level. The federal government controls electricity, taxes, security, etc., so any impact at state level will be limited. We need RESTRUCTURING!
PoliticsRe: I’ve Spent N200m Of My Personal Money To Run For President - Kingsley Moghalu by 9jaRealist: 11:34am On Jan 10, 2019
mushystuff:
I just feel these young men should have started from lower levels ie their states and regions and made sound impacts. With this amount of personal money, he should have engaged in a brand that will impact the young people positively and also be a good money making venture for all concerned. Some charity or public service would have also gone along way to building his portfolio and creating awareness. This would still be with active politicking for say the House or Reps or Senate. After about 4-8 years, he would have gathered enough clout to take the central stage. As it stands, he has just frittered away good money..I hope he recovers it somehow though.

It is unfortunate but this is Nigeria in Africa, presidency will not get handed to young persons out of the blue. They would need to have been part of the political picture for a substantial period of time unless you have a a godfather of great reckoning as far is Naija politics is concerned to lift one from obscurity to limelight at almost the snap of his fingers.
If they do, they will simply get swallowed by the corrupt murk before they can rise to national prominence (not least because they would have to rely on, and build alliances with, the corrupt old guard to climb up the political food chain). Furthermore, their “impact” at state or other sub-national level will be very limited because (barring constitutional restructuring), even basic things like electricity, ports, security (police), etc., are still constitutionally controlled at the federal level. As our people would say, if you are going to eat a frog go for the biggest one!

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