₦airaland Forum

[quote author=Ochi_Agha link=topic=572993.msg7389296#msg7389296 date=1293031656]Most US lawmakers go to private parties. That is due to security situations, in which their security has to be mindful that there are many crazy people who have a problem with American politicians. However, US lawmakers still party. They just do not go to such clubs. I tell you if you find a US lawmaker in a club, he or she will get a lot of points from the American people, because it shows that they have fun. Heck, you even have US presidents who go to bowling alleys or drink beer at a bar from time to time.

And maybe I am coming from an American point of view, in which I have rarely seen crossover clubs. I only know of one club in my area that could be classified as such. But the days that it is a strip club is different from the dance club days.[/quote]Private parties are different from night clubs and I don't think lawmakers are such securities risk that going to clubs will attract breach of security. No, Americans may look that way on the surface but when it comes to business, they will vote your behind out.

[quote author=Ochi_Agha link=topic=572993.msg7389192#msg7389192 date=1293030936]You are not making any sense. How can you compare a strip club with dance club? They are completely opposite. One shows the degradation of women, while the other is for adults to enjoy themselves and dance. Your logic is warped. Try again please.[/quote]Are you aware there are so many cross over clubs depending on the country?. Nigeria is one of those countries where the line between night clubs and strip clubs are not clearly drawn. If I may ask, how many US lawmakers have you seen or heard bouncing her behind in night clubs?.

There may be nothing clearly wrong or illegal with this behavior but it is very UNETHICAL.

VOTE PLZ

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2010 MTN Project Fame Winner, Chidinma Ekile

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Face of Vovi cosmetics Africa, Sheila Kwanboka

blacksta:
deluded logic (in order to support your own faulty views)  - comparing apples with orange.

Which is my view here if I may ask?

alj harem1:
i believe this is good at least they are having fun instead of looting the country

Is it not places like this that they spend your money they looted?.

I keep telling those who waste their precious years trying to get common paper after series of dissertations to chill and go look for cash money first. With cash money, you can buy that PHD, honorary or not, it doesn't matter. The next in line for BoyLoaf is Nobel price for peace.

[quote author=Ochi_Agha link=topic=572993.msg7389105#msg7389105 date=1293030166]I see no problem with this. Just because she is a senator means that she cannot have fun? That is weird way of thinking. Elected officials are people as well. Let her enjoy life. Some of you need to enjoy your life as well, just like this woman is doing.[/quote]Is it appropriate to see GEJ in strip clubs?.

And the governor will want another 25%, then contractors will take another 25% and the state will only be run with 25% of its resources.

[size=14pt]Inter-tribal marriage: What pain, what gain?[/size]


Written by Abiodun Awolaja
Monday, 20 December 2010

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•Love beyond tribal affiliation: Radiant Chinyere and Adeyemi on their wedding day

Despite advances in education and modernity, time-honoured strictures against other tribes have remained among Nigerians. In some cultures which even education has not touched, some Nigerians consider inter-tribal marriage an anathema, while others celebrate it as a potent factor for national development. Abiodun Awolaja takes a light-hearted look at the situation.

WHEN the country fought a civil war between 1967-70, the slogan on the mouths of the federal troops and everyone else on the federal side was, “to keep Nigeria one is a task that must be done.’’ Forty years since the end of the war, some Nigerians still deplore inter-tribal marriage, which is one of the potent weapons for welding the country together. These critics of inter-tribal marriage among Nigerians cite the traditional myths against other tribes in the country, and mouth verbal strictures against other tribes without let.

For instance, among many of the indigenes of Plateau State, myths have it that the Yoruba are unusually skilled juju practitioners who could do almost any evil imaginable with black medicine. It is also said that the Yoruba are very dirty people who go to the toilet without cleaning themselves up properly. Parents of mwaghavul, merniang and berom girls are often found relating the misadventure of their women who married among the Yoruba. Interestingly, a Bini food vendor at a motor park in Jos, Plateau State, who heard details from an interaction between this writer and a merniang girl over the phone charged this writer thus in Yoruba: “Ah, e ma fe omo awon ara biyi o. Asewo won ti poju. Iranu won po gan ni. Té ba de Ibadan, e lo wa omobinrin gidi fe. (Ha, don’t marry from this tribe. Their girls are neck deep in prostitution. When you get to Ibadan, go and look for a decent girl to marry).

Among the Yoruba, the Igbo are derided as ajokuta ma mumi (those who eat stone without drinking water), while the Igbo refer to the Yoruba as akintola, the name of an obstructive weed. Again, they refer to the Yoruba as ndi ofe nmanu (people who are fond of eating oily soup), thus ridiculing Yoruba culinary preferences. They also refer to the Yoruba as Yoruba Yoruba, due to their perception that Yoruba people use the adverbial item, ni gbati (when) frequently. Indeed, it appears that the Yoruba fare better than the Hausa among the igbo, who refer to Hausa people as ndi na kpo isi n’ala, meaning people who are fond of hitting their heads on the ground, a practice the Igbo deplore since they are, like many other southern Nigeria tribes, overwhelmingly Christian.

Again, while the Hausa dismiss the Yoruba as berebe, the Yoruba refer to the Hausa by the pejorative term Gambari, hence the wisecrack: Gambari pa Fulani, ko lejo n nu (Gambari kills Fulani; case dismissed). Indeed, one Yoruba joker was so malicious as to claim that in a certain motor accident, “two human beings and two hausa died in the accident.’’

Interestingly, even among people of the same tribe, sub-ethnic preferences obtain during marriage. For instance, other Yoruba tribes dismiss Akure girls as prostitutes who refer to all men as “Ogaa mi,’’ the implication being that Akure girls disguise their sexual promiscuity by referring to their lovers as ‘my master.’ Among the Ondo people, the Oyo people are referred to as koololo, meaning people who do not want their children sent on errands. Thus, Ondo girls would often ask rhetorically : e saa fe koololo? (Who will marry koololo?)

Remarkably, linguistic considerations are often cited against inter-tribal marriage. For instance, a few years ago when this writer was returning from national service in Plateau State, a Merniang girl whom he had jokingly asked whether she would love to go to Yoruba land with him turned down the offer, with the excuse that “if I go to your markets, I won’t understand what the people are saying.’’ The lady, who said she loved the writer, stated that she would marry the writer if he decided to settle down in her town.

Apparently for the lady, who had no opposition to inter-tribal marriage per se, the linguistic isolation which the inter-tribal marriage could precipitate was the decisive cautionary factor.

It is also often claimed that during wars, inter-tribal marriage could prove very dangerous indeed. For instance, stories abound of brutalities visited on Ife women by the Modakeke, and vise versa, during the fratricidal crisis which engulfed Ile-Ife, particularly in the late 1990s. “The cultural barrier is also another problem, and you can see that even the Nigerian men who marry American girls often run into problems,” said Mrs Azeezat Ajadi, a cosmetician. She added: “The Yoruba call it ayojuran and oju kokoro (one deliberately fishing in trouble water) when you marry from distant tribes.’’

Recent Experience
A couple, Adeyemi Adenaike and Chinyere Udodinma, who were recently joined together (Novenber 6, 2010) at the Latter Rain Assembly church, Lagos, told their uplifting story to the Nigerian Tribune.

Hear Adeyemi: “ I didn’t have a problem with the fact that we were not from the same tribe, but she did. She said that she needed to check if that was what God was saying (that they should marry) and if it would be fine with her parents. It didn’t take us long to overcome the challenge because God showed the father through a vision that we were meant for each other.’’

And Chinyere: “My parents said no to a Yoruba man but God being who He is and doing things in His own way, today we’ve had a breakthrough.’’

So then, young man, if your wife is in Afganistan, surely you will go there. And, girl, you may find love in Burundi. Perhaps the time has come when the argument of Martin Luther King (Jnr) should take root: that we should judge a person by the content of his character rather than the colour of his skin.

It’s December. Let the wedding bells toll. Let them toll, please.



http://tribune.com.ng/index.php/features/14937-inter-tribal-marriage-what-pain-what-gain

[size=14pt]Former Militant Leader, Bayloaf Bags Doctorate Degree[/size]
Font size: THEWILL. 20/12/2010 22:07:00

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PHOTO: FORMER MILITANT LEADER, MR VICTOR EBIKABOWEI BEN (GENERAL BAYLOAF) (R) DURING HIS SURRENDER IN BAYELSA AND EMBRACE OF THE AMNESTY PROGRAMME.

ABUJA, Dec 20, (THEWILL) - The Institute of Arts and Science of The Commonwealth University Belize, has awarded the Doctor of the University in Humanities to Mr. Ebikabowei Victor Ben (alias Boyloaf) for his contributions in Peace and Conflict Resolutions in Nigeria’s Niger Delta Region.

Dr. Michael Addison, Principal of the Albion College London and Chancellor of the Commonwealth University Belize made the presentation at a colourful award presentation during its Graduation and Convocation Ceremony which took place in Dubai over the weekend.

“Dr. Ebikabowei Victor Ben’s devotion to the advancement of peace in the Niger Delta, his tested resolve to the use of non-violence in resolving differences, his belief in democratic freedom and the defense of fundamental human rights endeared him to the Senate of the University,” Professor Duncan of the college was quoted to have said.

In a citation read before his investiture, Professor Bruce R. Duncan, Provost of the London Graduate School, Albion College, said the significance of the Niger Delta resistance led by General Boyloaf as he was then known was creation of the Niger Delta Ministry, increased and adequate funding of the Niger Delta Development Commission and most important the increased participation of Niger Deltans in the affairs of Nigeria, which led first to the selection of a Niger Delta Son as the running mate to the late President of Nigeria, Alhaji Umaru Musa Yar’Adua and subsequent election into the office of Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

In the aftermath of the Federal Government unilateral declaration of ceasefire and proclamation of amnesty, when most Niger Delta Resistance Fighters doubted the government’s sincerity, Boyloaf was the first Niger Delta freedom fighter to come out to embrace the amnesty.

The public surrender of his war chest and demobilization of his soldiers was the much needed fillip that spurred other MEND Commanders to embrace the amnesty programme.

The Honourable Minister of State for Niger Delta, Mr. Sam Ode was also awarded a Doctorate Degree of the Commonwealth University.

http://thewillnigeria.com/general/6955-Former-Militant-Leader-Bayloaf-Bags-Doctorate-Degree.html

PLZ VOTE

Tuesday, December 21, 2010
[size=14pt]Spotted: Sen Florence Ita Giwa partying at a night club[/size]


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The 64 year old, who was recently conferred with a chieftaincy title by the Obong of Calabar, knows how to enjoy herself o jare, good for her, lol.

Pics thanks to Abiola Aloba

http://lindaikeji..com/2010/12/spotted-sen-florence-ita-giwa-partying.html

Sunday, December 19, 2010
[size=14pt]Women can't seduce me because I don't go out -Kola Odunlade, Best Yoruba actor[/size]

Aishat Jimoh


Adekola Odunlade, the current Best Yoruba Actor of the Year, tells Aishat Jimoh how piracy has affected the growth of the movie industry and how he handles his female fans


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Kola Odunlade



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What was your growing up like?

My parents are from Otun Ekiti (in Ekiti State) but I was brought up in Abeokuta, Ogun State. I attended St. Peters College, Olomore and obtained an Ordinary National Diploma in Business Administration at the Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta.

How did you get into acting?

When I left school, I was never enthusiastic about choosing acting as a career, although I always participated in church drama, especially during festive periods. I noticed that I always captivated my audience while on the stage because anytime I got on stage, people would be rooting for me. They always looked forward to my own part because I entertained and made them laugh.

Are you also a comedian?

No, I'm not a comedian, but I make people laugh because of the way I play my role, especially when I cry. My facial expression is enough to make you laugh. But the way I express any role given to me is always as a result of reading, understanding and digesting whatever role I am given to play. I express it the best way I feel it should be.

When did you start professional acting?

I got into acting through my friend, Tunde. We were living together in the same area Abeokuta He introduced me to the leader of the drama group, which he belonged to at the time. He told them about me; he advertised me to the group. They invited me and that was how I met Brother John, who was the leader in 1996. In 1998, I joined the Association of Nigeria Theatre Practitioners, where I started learning the professional aspect of acting as different from what I had been doing in the church.

What was your first role and how did you feel?

I can't remember right now. You know, I have been doing it before and more so, filming was not popular then, and most films were acted on stage or shown at the cinemas or the cultural centre. So it was just raw theatre I started with, but I didn't see it as something new because I was familiar with the whole thing.

How did you meet your wife?

I met her sometimes in 2005. Immediately I saw her, I liked her and I quickly told her my mind, but she thought it was a joke. I knew she was close to one brother, so, I sought the support of that one but he also said no way because I was a theatre man and he did not want to see me with the lady. I made my intention clear to both of them that I was not joking. That was how the journey started. We got married in 2006.

How do you cope with female admirers?

Well, I love them because they are my people, my fans; they are the people watching our films. Naturally, I'm a very cool and gentle person. When I'm not on set, you can hardly see me outside my home because I'm a bit shy as well. That is why it will be difficult for any woman to think they can harass me or seduce me. It is when they see you that they will run after you. One must use his brain wisely rather than chasing women.

What is your relationship with other artistes?

I'm very close to them; all of them are my people and the female ones are my good friends too. I enjoy working with my colleagues; they are part of what keeps me motivated.

What inspires you?

My source of inspiration comes from my fans and my colleagues. They so much believe in me despite my status. They don't see me as a small boy or that I'm not well educated or not rich. That's why I strive so hard so as not to disappoint them.

http://odili.net/news/source/2010/dec/19/807.html

[size=14pt]Kogi lawmakers ask for 25% of 2011 budget
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From Shola Oyeyipo in Lokoja, 12.20.2010

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

In a reminder of the ongoing debate on National Assembly's share of the national budget, the Kogi State House of Assembly has demanded that not less than 25 per cent of the N85.5 billion budget for 2011 - which is N21.375 billion - should be allocated to it.

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Speaker of the House, Chief Clarence Olafemi, made the appeal yesterday at the presentation of the 2011 budget to the House.

He stated that "as a priority, we want an increase in the financial allocation to the house but which should not be below 25 per cent of the total budget of the state for both recurrent and capital expenses.

"Like any other government establishment, the state Assembly is not immune to problems. Our problem as you may already known is poor funding. The money accruing for the management and running of both overhead and capital responsibilities is still grossly inadequate.

"I must commend the understanding of my colleagues who continue to endure under a very critical condition to perform their legislative duties. There is no gain saying the fact that Honourable members need a decent accommodation to work."

He, however, assured Governor Ibrahim Idris that the House was ready to pass the budget without delay, urging government officials to respond with dispatch to defend their sector allocations before the various committees.

Idris had presented a N85.5 billion 2011 budget, which he said would ensure the completion of ongoing projects, to the state House of Assembly.

The governor, who was at the House, noted that with the passage of the budget, his administration hoped to improve on the state's internally generated revenue, payment of counterpart funds, the completion of all ongoing projects and enhancement of public-private partnership as a way of facilitating development in the state.

He noted that out of the said sum, N18.8 billion would be expended on the transport sector; education, N5.1 billion; while agriculture, health, housing, administration, information and sports development, commerce and industry, water supply and energy would gulp N2.3 billion, N3.4 billion, N780 million, N8.2 billion, N1.9 billion, N1.030 billion, N3.6 billion and N615 million respectively.

The governor, who emphasised that his administration successfully implemented the 2010 budget, promised that the 2011 budget would be implemented in a manner that it would deliver more dividends of democracy to the people of the state.

The Speaker assured him that the budget would enjoy accelerated passage by the House as a way of fast-tracking the development of the state.

Meanwhile, the Kogi State government has ordered that traders that have paid for the allocation of shops at the Kogi State International Market, Lokoja, should move to location latest by December 31, 2010 or forfeit their allocations.

The Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, Alhaji Abdulkareem Abubakar, who made the declaration in a chat with journalists at his office in Lokoja yesterday, stressed that the market had not been functional following the refusal of the traders to move to the market that was inaugurated by President Goodluck Jonathan.

On the issue of rent, which is believed to be on the high side, he said the state government had reduced it to between N12,000 for open shops and N40,000 for the small lock-up shops, while the bigger shops now cost N80,000 per annum.

On the allegation that the shops at the international market were allocated to political office holders in the state, Abubakar said it was not true and that the allocation of the shops was done by the Kogi Loans and Savings Limited without government interference.

[size=14pt]Man beats wife to death in Lagos[/size]
News Monday, December 20, 2010


By Albert Akpor & Ifeanyi Okolie

POLICE in Lagos have arrested a middle-aged man for allegedly beating his wife to death. The man simply identified as Kunle Adeola reports say, was in the habit of beating his wife to a state of coma for any slight provocation.





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The deceased wife, Mrs. Oluwatoyyin Adetola, who lived with his estranged husband on 107 Community Road Bariga, had prior to her death complained bitterly to her father that she was opting out of the relationship for lack of love and battery. The father was said to have told her to go back to her husband promising to speak to the husband.

However, trouble was said to have ensued between the deceased and her husband on December 15, leading to a heated argument during which the husband allegedly pounced on her and dealt several blows on her. She reportedly slumped and died on the spot.

Sensing danger, the husband took to his heels and went into hiding while concerned residients and sympathisers went to report the case to Bariga Police Station. A search party was set up, which led to his arrest Monday.

RICHIE BOI:
another avenue to loot. what happened to the existing national ID card being used? one of our greatest problem in this country is sustainability.

It is not sophisticated and encrypted and cannot stop the PDP from forgey. We need a new one asap.

Tuesday, December 7, 2010
[size=14pt]Australian Man Marries His Pet Dog[/size]

An Australian man has taken marrying your "best friend" to a whole new level. He's now hitched to his dog.

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Joseph Guiso, 20, married his 5-year-old golden Labrador Retriever named "Honey" in an elaborate wedding ceremony at a park in Toowoomba.

Thirty of Guiso's friends and family attended the ceremony, which concluded with the groom getting down on one knee and planting a kiss on his four-legged bride.
"You're my best friend and you make every part of my day better," Guiso told Honey, according to the New York Daily News.

Animal rights groups in Australia have disapproved of the wedding.

Guiso says the relationship is purely platonic and that the wedding was a light-hearted way to celebrate with friends.
Source: Telegraph
http://lindaikeji..com/2010/12/australian-man-marries-his-pet-dog.html

Tuesday, December 7, 2010
[size=14pt]Building a bottle house in Abuja[/size]
Please keep your plastic bottles to be turned into affordable housing.

We aim to collect 300,000 bottles to build a two-bedroom house. We hope that this project will encourage others do to the same – thereby providing decent accommodation and cleaning up a major pollutant.

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I will be storing the bottles at our home; House 29, Shell Imani Compound, Madeira Street.

Please give me a call if you have a supply of bottles and would like me to collect them: 07057626282.

Sincerely


Katrin Macmillan
http://lindaikeji..com/2010/12/building-bottle-house-in-abuja.html

Tuesday, December 7, 2010
[size=14pt]Kanu Nwankwo shops for N5 billion for Cardiac Centre[/size]


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Kanu with his cardiac kids

Retired Super Eagles captain and Postsmouth FC of England strike, Kanu Nwankwo, is shopping for N5billlion to build a cardiac center in Abuja. The proposed centre will boast of a well equipped 40-bed hospital, with a state-of-the-art facilities for corrective heart surgeries. Kanu Nwankwo says he's doing this because he's not pleased with the rise of cardiac patients in Nigeria and its attendant cost of going to Europe and India for surgeries. He explained that the surgeries cost abroad costs N2million per patient, adding that "In a situation where we have over 480 heart patients and above 500 other related patients on a waiting list, it is going to be a huge sum of money for the foundation

http://lindaikeji..com/2010/12/kanu-nwankwo-shops-for-n5-billion-for.html

Tuesday, December 7, 2010
[size=14pt]Panic At The Synagogue, As Knife-Wielding Man Targets T.B. Joshua On The Pulpit[/size]


There was panic at the Ikotun, Lagos-based Synagogue Church of All Nations last Sunday when a man with a knife forced himself through the crowd of worshippers and attempted to stab the controversial pastor, Prophet T.B Joshua, on the pulpit while he was preaching.

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The 43-year old intruder, identified as Louise Mberi, P.M.NEWS gathered, armed himself with a knife and attempted to stab the prophet during a church service but was stopped by ushers and other security personnel before he could reach T.B.  Joshua.


Louise allegedly hid the knife in his waist and was heading for the altar where T.B.  Joshua was preaching when vigilant ushers suspected his moves and stopped him. When he was searched by the security men, a sharp knife was found on him and was promptly handed over to policemen.

The discovery caused panic in the church as security was beefed up around the prophet who continued his sermon despite the development. When he was interrogated by policemen at the Ikotun station, Louise claimed that he  was going to the altar  to seek prayers from T.B. Joshua for his poor health. He  could not, however, explain why he armed himself with a knife.

The police later charged him before the Ejigbo Magistrate’s Court, Ikotun, for an  attempt to stab and distrupt service at the Synagogue Church of All Nations. The charge sheet reads: “That you, the defendant on the same date, time and place  did attempt to stab by concealing a knife in your waist in order to cause havoc,  panic and disturb peace during the church service at the Synagogue Church of All  Nations,” an offence contrary to Sections 508 and 80 of the Criminal Code, Cap. 17,  Vol.2, Laws of Lagos State of Nigeria, 2003.

He pleaded not guilty to the charge and the magistrate, Mrs. M. B. Folami, granted  him bail in the sum of N25,000 with two sureties. The court ordered that the sureties must be a blood relation of the accused. The magistrate also ordered that the defendant must be taken to a psychiatric  hospital for mental evaluation.

The matter has been adjourned till 20 December, 2010. The defendant was later remanded in prison custody at Apapa, Lagos, pending the  fulfilment of his bail conditions. A member of the Synagogue Church of All Nations who spoke on the incident with  P.M.NEWS expressed shock at the incident and wondered why anyone would want to harm  the prophet he described as a philantropist.

By Cyriacus Izuekwe - PM News.

http://pmnewsnigeria.com/2010/12/06/panic-at-the-synagogue-as-knife-wielding-man-targets-t-b-joshua-on-the-pulpit/

[size=14pt]Nigerians to get new ID cards[/size]
By Elor Nkereuwem
December 6, 2010 01:58AM



After 10 years, Nigeria is set to launch a fresh set of national identity cards and as early as January next year, people may be required to line up for the new bio-data registration process. The National Identity Management Commission which is in charge of the scheme assured Nigerians that the new cards will be different from the ones issued between 2001 and 2006.

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Sources at the commission told NEXT that the project involves the creation of a new identity database and goes beyond merely providing citizens and legal residents with an identity document as was done in the previous 2001 SAGEM project.

“The National Identity Management System is a quantum leap from the SAGEM project which was initiated in 2001 to provide an integrated card production facility.

This 2001 technology did not offer a unique identification number or a secure platform to assert one’s identity without a card. SAGEM produced cards, but not an identity system. This database is one of the three components of the emerging national identity management system, the other two being a secure identity document and a system for authenticating and verifying identity,” a source within the commission, who asked not to be named, said.

Anthony Okwujafor, the spokesperson for the Commission, confirmed that new ID cards will soon be rolled out. “The new ID card will have a unique number for every person and would be usable anywhere in the world,” he said.

A more secure system

The National Identity Management Commission said one of the benefits of the new arrangement is that it will provide a common database from which other government agencies and the private sector can find an authentic identification process.

“At this pace, NIMC is driving the prompt achievement of the presidential directive on the fast-track harmonisation and consolidation of biometric projects in government agencies. When completed, the national identity management system will ensure that every registered person has unique national identification number that will enable that person to assert his or her identity even in the absence of a card. The system will also ensure that its database is linked to those of key agencies such as the FRSC, immigration, while a verification service will enable third-parties (banks, employers, schools) to verify the identities of the persons they are transacting business with. The fibre optic link between the national identity data centre and the relevant government agencies has been commissioned by NIMC,” our source said.

Officials also disclosed that the commission has already begun test running the project using some specific government agencies and ministries.

“NIMC and its private sector partners have already completed the biometric registration of civil servants on behalf of the office of the Head of Service. This civil service database is fully integrated with the national identity database. The biometric harmonisation for government agencies is going well. The commission has also worked with INEC on the standards and specifications for the voters’ register so that it can meet the harmonisation requirements for the databases held by various government agencies.”

http://234next.com/csp/cms/sites/Next/Home/5650309-146/nigerians_to_get_new_id_cards.csp

lawrentt:
What do u mean AKPOS??
U ARE THE ONE INSULTING ME FOR NO REASON NA WAO FOR TROUBLE MAKERS IN NL OO

I am not insulting you please. I simply said that Akpos digital photos who shot the picture in your profile did not do your beauty justice. You are very very pretty but the photographer didn't finish the picture very well and you are busy advertising his business for him. You misunderstood me.

Outstrip:
Maybe the first wife is not dead either. It looks like he has a habit saying his wives are dead.

What sort of dirty habit is that?. He is probably telling their children the same story too.

Saraki defines himself as Fulani, another man defines him as Egba. It's like you claim to be from Ekiti but I can claim you are Ebira. Which one should people likely believe?.

P.S.
I also believe that Saraki is Yoruba no matter how hard he denies it.

afam4eva:
Whether it was for free or they purchased it it's all good. At least they're patronizing a Nigerian company. Charity they say begins at home.

So, they have dumped Anamco that is indigenous to Enugu for Innoson which is Anambra company?. Charity begins at home.

ikeyman00:
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oya fashola turn

What concerns Fashola with Innoson?.

lawrentt:
In the western world, GAYS and LESBIENS couples are now seen as normal couples. They get married and all  thier family memebers and friends celebrate with them.
They have the right to adopt kids etc, so u can see the world we are living in. All i know is that God is not sleeping, is words must surely come to pass AMEN.

Lesbian.

Also tell Akpos who shot that picture of yours to update his game. You are very pretty but Akpos made you look like a monkey on leash.

calyx:
I believe very very strongly without any apologies that Soludo is still one of the very few people in this country today that can put forth ideas to develop the economy of this country.

Wharreva

Wetin church dey cause.