xxxx999jon: they ain't feeding the nation we should stop saying this rubbish,plus if that's the price of those items up there in kano .then to me its still expensive...
Apart from tomatoes and onions ,bean and beef.what else do they bring from up there that we consume in the south exactly..the last time the stopped their goods from coming down south under buhari..when the commodities started spoiling and the economy up north started feeling it..mad the south just switched to canned tomatoes, pepper, chicken...at that time the North knew they were not feeding Nigeria at all..it was just a ruse .
Most of Southern ppl meals are wheat..bread indomie, spaghetti,rice ...imported ,garri,fufu,yam ,amala, starch..that's cassava and yam..those are from the south not north all major fruits..are majorly from the south with honourable mention of benue ,kogi .
There's way too much carbohydrates in the Southern diet.
On the other hand, with the presence of IITA and other research institutions who have distributed improved seedlings, the retail prices of these popular Southern Nigeria crops such as yams, cassava, plantains, locally grown rice, oil palm trees for palm oil, etc, and even peppers, tomatoes and all kinds of popular vegetables are sold at high prices because the insidious middle men and retailers just want to make quick profits due to greed.The improved varieties of seedlings (NOT GMOs) from research institutes such as IITA in Ibadan are meant to boost crop outputs and crash the price of crops.
Haydens: For Misau, Bauchi tomatoes and pepper 500 go full that big black nylon. I dey buy 5 or 6 medium sometimes big size water melon for 1000. Cabbage, carrot e.t.c are very very cheap and plenty. How I wish I go relocate the market back to my place if I'm going back home.
If you see suya of 1k you go shout, dem dey even cut 8 or 9 big pieces of suya for you for 500.
tetralogyfallot: Its that time and season of the year again where we stock our refrigerators with tomatoes and pepper for a rainy day. Their prices are ridiculously cheap and affordable. This is for personal consumption. This is yankaba market in kano. Dated 06/feb/26
BlackViper: Convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein purchased sacred cloth that once covered the Kaaba, according to newly released files that include emails detailing a shipment of three framed pieces from Mecca to Florida.
The Kaaba Kiswah — or the black, gold-embroidered cloth that shrouds Islam’s holiest site in Saudi Arabia — is a revered artifact that carries spiritual meaning for Muslims worldwide.
The emails, included in the latest tranche of Epstein files unsealed Friday (Jan. 30) as part of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, show United Arab Emirates-based businesswoman Aziza al-Ahmadi working with a man named Abdullah al-Maari to organize the Kiswah shipment between February and March 2017.
"By the way the black piece was touched by minimum 10 million Muslims of different denominations, Sunni, Shia and others,” al-Ahmadi wrote to Epstein on March 22, 2017, nearly a decade after he first served time for sex crimes and two years before he was again arrested on federal charges of sex trafficking in July 2019.
The correspondence listed three pieces with pictures of the cloths and short explanations: one from inside the Kaaba, one from the exterior covering and a third cover that had not been used. The pieces were classified as “picture frames” and transported via British Airways Air Cargo, the emails show. A shipping invoice values the items at $10,980.
The files show that Epstein may have had a mosque on his St. Thomas Island. In emails to Epstein’s associates, al-Ahmadi references a mosque where the Kiswah would be hung up. The Saudi man also sent mats, tents, tables and Arab-style sofas from Saudi for use at the mosque.
Here are 3 things to know about the Kaaba and its decorative cover:
1. The Kaaba was a holy site prior to Islam.
Kaaba, meaning cube in Arabic, is considered by Muslims to be the “house of God” on Earth. Muslims believe it was built by the Prophet Ibrahim (known as Abraham in the Jewish tradition) and his son Ismail (Ishmael) as a house for monotheistic worship thousands of years ago.
The Kaaba retained its sacred status over the years. Before Islam was founded, the Kaaba housed idols and attracted a range of worshippers from Arab tribes across the Arabian Peninsula who visited for an annual pilgrimage.
The Kaaba became the focal point for Muslim worship and pilgrimage when the Prophet Muhammad and his Muslim followers returned to Mecca after exile, according to Islamic tradition.
All Muslims aspire to make the annual pilgrimage, or Hajj, to the Kaaba once in their life if they are physically and financially able. Prayer five times a day toward the direction of the Kaaba and the pilgrimage are two of the five pillars of Islam.
2. The Kiswah cover is designed by highly trained craftsmen. The creation of a new Kiswah every year is a complex operation that involves more than 200 fabric artisans, 264 pounds of silver and gold thread, and 47 pieces of silk imported from Italy, according to Islamic art blog Bayt Al Fann.
Production of the sacred cloth took place in Egypt for centuries but was relocated to Saudi Arabia in the 20th century. The process involves weaving, dyeing, printing designs and embroidering with silver and gold thread. The Kiswah, which covers over 7,000 square feet and is assembled from 47 panels, costs about $4.5 million to make.
The color of the Kiswah used to be white during the Prophet Muhammad’s life, but it changed colors over time to red, then green and as of today, black, according to Bayt Al Fann.
3. The Kaaba gets a new cover every year. Since Prophet Muhammad’s time, the cloth has been removed from the Kaaba and replaced with a new one each year around the start of the pilgrimage.
The old cloth, sometimes weighing 3,000 pounds, is treated as a highly valuable artifact. It is cut and gifted to museums, dignitaries and Muslim countries, according to the Kiswah Islamic Store. The online retailer, which claims it sells authentic Kiswah covers, says the cloth is also sometimes made available “to collectors or for purchase by verified merchants.”
Muslims consider the Kaaba a symbol of the oneness of God and the replacement of the artistic cover every year represents a renewal of faith.
The emails, included in the latest tranche of Epstein files unsealed Friday (Jan. 30) as part of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, show United Arab Emirates-based businesswoman Aziza al-Ahmadi working with a man named Abdullah al-Maari to organize the Kiswah shipment between February and March 2017.
Reserves totalling 511 billion barrels of oil, about 10 times the North Sea’s entire 50-year output have been reported to Moscow by Russian research ships, according to evidence given to the Commons Environment Audit Committee (EAC) last week.
It follows a series of surveys by the Alexander Karpinsky vessel, operated by Rosgeo – the Russian agency charged with finding mineral reserves for commercial exploitation.
Antarctica is meant to be protected by the 1959 Antarctic Treaty that bans all mineral or oil developments. The UK’s interests are overseen by the Foreign Office – but it has been accused of ignoring the emerging crisis.
WriterNig: 🇷🇺 Russia’s energy company Gazprom Neft has announced the discovery of a new oil field on the Yamal Peninsula, with estimated geological reserves of 55 million tons of crude oil - a significant boost to Russia’s Arctic energy ambitions.
The newly identified field is located in the Arctic zone of the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Area and has been named after prominent geologist Alexei Kontorovich, The Caspian Post reports.
Company CEO Alexander Dyukov emphasized that the Arctic and Eastern Siberia still hold vast untapped potential.
“Both in the Arctic zone and in Eastern Siberia, as well as in many other regions, there are still opportunities to discover new large and super-large hydrocarbon fields,” Dyukov said, adding that Gazprom Neft will continue active geological exploration across all areas of operation.
Learn how to grow okro in containers, Growing okro in pots or bags doesn’t require a lot of space and it is easy too if you complete all of the planting requirements.
Okro, which is also called lady’s finger is a warm season tropical vegetable that is also grown for ornamental purposes. Its delicate foliage and showy blooms that look like hibiscus (don’t forget okro belongs to the same hibiscus family) look amazing. Very low in calories (25 to 40 kcal per 100g), okra is a vegetable rich in vitamins A, C and P, calcium and many minerals.
Choosing a pot
Choose a pot of whatever material you like. Pot should be at least 3 gallons in size. Ideally, a 5-gallon pot that is 10-12 inches deep and similar in diameter would be perfect for one okro plant if you have got a larger pot you can grow a few plants in it. Best to choose a black colored pot as okra loves heat.
Planting Okro Seeds
The first step for growing okro is to get the seeds. Ask for the dwarf okro variety that will not grow above 5 feet tall. However, you can grow any okro variety in a pot, but it is best if you choose the dwarf one. If you live in a climate with short summers, search for varieties that mature fast. okro doesn’t transplant well that’s why you’ll have to directly plant the seeds in the container or a biodegradable pot. Sow 2-3 okro seeds 1/2 to 1 inch deep in each pot. Water with a sprayer and keep the seeds in a bright, warm place, the substrate should remain moist until seeds germinate. The germination takes 5 to 10 days after sowing. The more warmth, the faster the germination.
Requirements for Growing Okro in Pots
Position
Pick a spot that receives full sun (at least 5-6 hours of sunlight is essential). Like tomatoes and peppers, okro requires plenty of sunlight to produce well.
Soil
The soil you use must be loamy and crumbly; it must be well draining too. Opt for a soilless potting mix that is rich in organic matter. You can also add a lot of compost or aged manure to provide the constant supply of nutrients to your okro plant.
Watering
Okro requires slightly moist soil. Water regularly to keep the soil uniformly moist and particularly more from the beginning of the flowering period and until the end of production.
Temperature
The cultivation of okra plant is extremely easy but requires a lot of heat. The plant can grow above 50 F (10 C), but to flower and to bear fruit abundantly the temperature must be around 75 to 95 F (23-35 C) ideally. The plant can tolerate higher temperatures well but fails to grow when the temperature starts to touch lower levels.
Okra Plant Care Fertilization
Mix manure in soil to provide nutrients to the plant, you can also side dress the plant with it. Also, at the time of planting, you can add balanced fertilizer if you want. Once the plant has reached the height of 6 inches, apply a dose of balanced fertilizer again. Keep in mind that if the soil is nitrogen rich, it may promote vegetative growth at the expense of fruiting so maintain the balance. Later on, feed the plant with low in nitrogen fertilizer such as NPK 5-10-15 or 6-12-12.
Pollination
Okro is self-pollinating so you don’t need to care about pollination.
Pinching and Topping
As you’re growing okro in containers, dwarf varieties we consider, the plant will not exceed the height of 5 feet. In that case, you don’t need to care about pinching or topping.
Pests and Diseases
Okro is susceptible to fusarium wilt and nematode attack as well as aphids and whiteflies in pests. Mealybugs also affect the plant’s growth. However, these pests do more damage on plants grown in large quantities. As you’re growing okro in pots, you can easily control them.
Harvesting
Okro requires frequent harvesting. It blooms about two months from planting, and the fruits appear 5-7 days after flowering. The fruits/pods are harvested when they are still tender. Otherwise, they become fibrous and too hard to be eaten. Ideally, the picking length is between 3 to 5 inches. How to see if your okro are not too late to be picked? Bend the tip of any fruit and if it breaks easily this means that they are still tender and crispy and good to harvest.
SIMEONSAIDI: HM CHARIOTS BROILER FARMS ( Owners of the Brand Naija Broiler Market) - Connecting Broiler Chicken Buyers & Sellers across Lagos — One WhatsApp Group at a Time
In the heart of Nigeria’s commercial capital, Lagos, the demand for quality poultry products—especially broiler chickens—is growing at an unprecedented pace. Yet, many buyers and sellers still struggle with fragmented communication, unreliable supply chains, and inefficient market access.
We’re bridging that gap with a simple, powerful solution: a dedicated WhatsApp platform designed to bring broiler chicken buyers and sellers together in real-time.
Our Mission To simplify and streamline the broiler chicken trade in Lagos by creating a trusted, efficient, and responsive marketplace—right where everyone already communicates: WhatsApp.
How It Works Verified Group Access: Farmers, wholesalers, retailers, distributors, and food vendors are added to a curated WhatsApp group based on volume, location, and needs.
Daily Listings & Offers: Sellers post availability, prices, and delivery timelines each morning. Buyers respond directly within the group or via private message.
Real-Time Negotiations: No need for intermediaries—connect, chat, and close deals instantly. Market Updates: Receive regular insights on price trends, logistics options, demand hotspots, and poultry health tips.
Why It Matters For Sellers: Reach multiple verified buyers daily without leaving the farm or shop.
For Buyers: Find reliable, high-quality suppliers quickly and compare prices in one place.
For Both: Save time, cut costs, and build lasting partnerships in a trusted community.
Who Can Join? Poultry Farmers
Chicken Processors
Cold Room Operators
Market Traders
Restaurant & Food Vendors
Caterers & Bulk Buyers
Our Vision To become Lagos’s largest and most trusted digital marketplace for broiler chickens, empowering stakeholders through transparency, access, and technology.
Interested in Joining? Contact us today via whatsapp – 08185403844 for verification and to be added to the group that fits your needs. 📞 [Your Whatsapp Number] 📧 [Your Email Address] 📍 Operating in all major poultry hubs across Lagos.
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Abratech: How to Get Started With Snail Farming in Nigeria
Setting up a snail farm does not require a huge capital to set up and the running cost is moderate.
To get started with snail farming, take the considerations below into account.
The reality in any business or enterprise is that, without proper planning (crossing the T’s and dotting the I’s), a person could face a myriad of problems.
Of course, challenges will surface regardless of how experienced you are in the field, but those challenges won’t be overwhelming if you have anticipated them beforehand.
• Know what snail farming is
• Economics of snail rearing
• Understand snail breeds
• Take feeding into account
• Consider housing and shelter
• Know the soil type
• Prevent pests and diseases
• Plan for reproduction
• Harvest your snails
• Building the snail farm
What is snail farming?
Snail farming is called Heliculture. Heliculture describes the process of raising snails for consumption.
Each snail has female and male reproductive organs to procreate fertile eggs. Hence, it is safe to say that snails are Hermaphrodites.
As for the nutritional benefits, snails are a vital source of calcium, phosphorus, iron, and protein. Also, snails are low in cholesterol, sodium, and fats.
Considered a sustainable agribusiness in Nigeria, snail farming is highly economical. For a small start-up, you just need a little investment to receive proceeds from your snail farm. However, to get higher returns from the business, you should be ready to step up your investment to a larger scale.
Economics of snail rearing
Because snail is an export commodity, its value is especially high in countries outside Nigeria. The climate in Nigeria is particularly favorable for snail breeding.
Snail feeds are cost-effective, and you can rear your snails as a part-time job. As a result, you can easily make a lot of money from snail farming. During the dry season, snail prices increase, which means more money for you.
Here’s a realistic sample to help you:
For instance, if you want to set up a commercial snail business of about 200 snails, you will need N140,000. N40,000 out of the money will go to the snail pen, and N100,000 will be used for the seed snails. One mature snail can give you proceeds of N250 to N800 in the market based on the size and season.
Unfortunately, the African Giant Snail🐌is banned from being brought into the United States. That would have been a good export market because of the huge African Diaspora population.
SixSeven: I advise everyone to watch this interview and educate themselves. It is so sad that we have more wrong information than correct information and we are not hearing from the experts in charge.
We have the world's leading expert on treating snake bites yet no one has heard from him. E are hearing bloggers and uneducated people talking about snake bites. Chai
Chijeep: I've not for once seen a snake as big as this. This man's effrontery is a top notch. This snake meat can be compared to a full cow. Lala's absence is part of what's making NL boring today.
Glimpsetv: A Nigerian lady has been caught and publicly paraded in Lagos after allegedly stealing phones from three different shops.
According to traders, she was finally caught in the third shop while attempting to escape with another woman’s phone.
The incident reportedly happened at the Trade Fair Market in Lagos, where market traders gathered after discovering the repeated thefts. She was handed a bell and made to ring it while being paraded around the market as people watched.
Watch the video and share your thoughts in the comments.
Whyme24: Most Reliable Car brands in 2026 ranked by predicted reliability scores.
Toyota, Subaru, and Lexus top the 2026 rankings, reinforcing Japan’s long-standing reputation for vehicle reliability.
Tesla recorded the biggest improvement, climbing eight spots compared to 2025, thanks to stronger reliability scores for the Model 3 and Model Y.
Who makes the most reliable cars?
This visualization ranks the most reliable car brands in 2026 based on predicted reliability scores by Consumer Reports.
Consumer Reports calculated predicted reliability scores for nearly every new car, truck, and SUV by analyzing data from its annual member reliability surveys. These surveys collect detailed, self-reported information about problems owners have experienced with their vehicles.
For the most recent analysis, CR used responses covering roughly 380,000 vehicles, allowing them to identify patterns in reliability across brands, models, and powertrains. The aggregated results are then used to score and compare vehicles, highlighting trends such as differences between gas, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully electric models.
Japanese Automakers Lead the Rankings Japanese brands claim six of the top seven spots in 2026. Toyota leads the list with a score of 66, followed closely by Subaru and Lexus. These manufacturers are known for conservative engineering, long model cycles, and a focus on proven technology.
Rank Brand Predicted reliability score Country 1 Toyota 66 🇯🇵 Japan 2 Subaru 63 🇯🇵 Japan 3 Lexus 60 🇯🇵 Japan 4 Honda 59 🇯🇵 Japan 5 BMW 58 🇩🇪 Germany 6 Nissan 57 🇯🇵 Japan 7 Acura 54 🇯🇵 Japan 8 Buick 51 🇺🇸 U.S. 9 Tesla 50 🇺🇸 U.S. 10 Kia 49 🇰🇷 S. Korea 11 Ford 48 🇺🇸 U.S. 12 Hyundai 48 🇰🇷 S. Korea 13 Audi 44 🇩🇪 Germany 14 Mazda 43 🇯🇵 Japan ‹12›
Toyota vehicles are engineered to last well beyond 200,000 miles with proper maintenance, thanks to rigorous quality control at every stage of production and simplified powertrain designs that reduce potential failure points.
In addition to long-term mechanical durability, Toyota’s strong anti-theft reputation places several of its models among vehicles with the lowest theft risk.
Honda and Nissan also perform strongly, reinforcing Japan’s dominance in long-term vehicle dependability.
European Brands Show Mixed Reliability European automakers cluster in the middle of the rankings. BMW stands out as the top European brand, ranking fifth overall and outperforming several Japanese competitors.
In contrast, Volkswagen, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, and Volvo score in the low-to-mid 40s.
Tesla’s Big Jump Signals EV Maturation Tesla recorded the largest improvement in the rankings compared to the previous survey, moving up eight spots to ninth place. This gain is driven by strong reliability scores for the Model 3 and Model Y, which now benefit from years of incremental design refinements.
Lower-ranked brands such as Jeep, Ram, and Rivian highlight how newer platforms and performance-focused designs can face early reliability hurdles.
Whoa! Chinese car brands in the EV eco-system are missing from the list.
TheTundeMuniru: Hi Nairalanders. I purchased a fairly used Huawei phone, wiped it, installed WhatsApp and I logged in my details.
I bought the phone purposefully because of WhatsApp and Telegram. To my greatest shock, I was logged out of WhatsApp when on live chat with one of my clients. On the App, I requested for a Review, the Account was restored but only to be blocked again 2 days later.
I was so devastated thinking it was a direct WhatsApp ban for violating their terms. To my greatest surprise, my phone number have been blocked from using WhatsApp on any phone at all. I sent several messages to the WhatsApp Support , but the problem persists.
After making many efforts with little result to back my efforts. I got another line which I slotted in the same Huawei phone, only for the new line to be blocked from using WhatsApp.
The whole thing got me frustrated and I remembered Nairalanders are brilliant.
Bithumb crypto exchange which is based on Japan was running a promotion where 600 users would win prizes ranging from $1 to $10 each. But they somehow accidentally sent 1000 bitcoins to each person.
Interestingly, they never realized the mistake for 35 minutes. And some of the users were able to sell over $150million worth of Bitcoin. Only 99.7% of the money was recovered. About $150 million was lost.
What will you do if you were one of the few that quickly discovered the error?
Food › Re: See The Current Prices Of Tomatoes And Pepper In Kano (pictures) by AlphaTaikun: 9:30pm On Feb 11
