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PoliticsRe: We’ve Disbursed N330bn To Poor Nigerians — Finance Minister by AngelSlay: 12:01pm On Sep 18, 2025
That’s fine, but Nigerians deserve more than just figures at a press briefing. If truly N330 billion has been disbursed, can the government publish verifiable records of the beneficiaries—at least anonymized data or independent audit reports—to prove the money reached real people and not just “captured households” on paper? Transparency builds trust, and without proof, these announcements feel like political statements rather than real impact.
EducationRe: FG Reintroduces Nigerian History As Compulsory Subject In Schools by AngelSlay: 12:00pm On Sep 18, 2025
Honestly, it’s a welcome development, but we also have to be realistic. Reintroducing History as a compulsory subject sounds good on paper, but the real issue has always been implementation. If teachers aren’t properly trained, if textbooks are outdated or missing, and if the subject is taught in a boring, rigid way, students won’t connect with it.

History should inspire pride, critical thinking, and a real understanding of how Nigeria came to be, not just force children to cram dates and names. Also, “patriotism” can’t be manufactured by curriculum alone—it has to reflect in leadership, justice, fairness, and opportunities that young people actually experience. Otherwise, students may learn the stories but still feel disconnected from the nation.

So yes, it’s a positive step, but unless backed with real resources, engaging teaching methods, and a society that practices the values it preaches, it risks being another recycled policy that looks good in headlines but doesn’t change much in reality.
PoliticsRe: LASG Suspends All Reclamation Projects Across The State With Or Without EIA by AngelSlay: 11:58am On Sep 18, 2025
Many investors, developers, and workers have already committed significant resources to these projects in good faith. An abrupt stop without room for structured compliance may result in job losses, stalled infrastructure development, and wasted investments.

A more balanced approach might be:

1. Immediate suspension of only unapproved projects – especially those without EIA or drainage clearance.

2. Grace period for compliant projects – giving developers who already have approvals the opportunity to regularize documentation within a clear timeline.

3. Transparent compliance framework – establishing a public registry of approved projects, so the public can differentiate between legal and illegal reclamation efforts.

4. Stakeholder engagement – involving local communities, developers, and environmental experts in decision-making so livelihoods and investments aren’t destroyed overnight.

This way, the state protects its fragile ecosystem while also upholding fairness, accountability, and sustainable development.
Jobs/VacanciesRe: Are You Unemployed Or Even Underemployed? Please Come In by AngelSlay(op): 10:58am On Sep 18, 2025
Teachers Needed

A reputable Secondary School in Ijegun, Alimosho, Lagos is hiring teachers for all subjects.
This is a hybrid position, offering flexibility.

Subjects Needed:
Science Subjects:
Mathematics,
Physics,
Chemistry,
Biology,
Agricultural Science,
Further Mathematics,
Computer Science

Mode: Hybrid
📞 To apply or for more details, kindly contact: +234 704 265 7022
FamilyRe: People That Were Raised By Extremely Strict Parents, How Has That Affected You? by AngelSlay: 10:18pm On Sep 17, 2025
Growing up with really strict parents made me super disciplined, but also very cautious to the point of fear. I always worried about doing something “wrong” and disappointing them, so I became good at following rules but bad at expressing myself. Even now, I sometimes struggle with decision-making because I catch myself overthinking and asking, “Will this get me in trouble?”

At the same time, I can’t deny that it also gave me structure — I respect people, I take commitments seriously, and I know how to control myself. But as an adult, I’ve had to relearn freedom — reminding myself that I don’t need approval for everything and that it’s okay to just live.
BusinessRe: Aftermath Of Central Plaza Fire Outbreak In Mandilas Market, Lagos Island (Pix) by AngelSlay: 6:13pm On Sep 17, 2025
On September 16, 2025, Lagos Island was shaken by not one, but two mysterious infernos—Afriland Towers on Broad Street and Central Plaza (or possibly Emab Plaza) near Mandilas Market. While officials have yet to confirm the cause, the timing and circumstances suggest something far more sinister than mere coincidence.

1. The Back-to-Back Pattern
Two major commercial hubs caught fire within hours of each other. Random accidents? Or a coordinated strike designed to cripple business on Lagos Island’s busiest trade axis? Markets like Mandilas are not just shopping complexes—they are economic nerve centers tied to import/export networks.

2. The Rainy Season Question
Fires in Lagos typically spike during the dry season when harmattan winds make everything flammable. Yet, this disaster struck in the middle of the rainy season, a time when such infernos are least likely. Could accelerants or specialized incendiary devices have been used?

3. The Property War Angle
Central Plaza, Emab Plaza, and Afriland Towers are prime real estate. For years, whispers have circulated about powerful investors, both foreign and local, trying to acquire properties in the area to redevelop Lagos Island into a high-rise financial district. Could these fires be a deliberate “reset button”—erasing old ownership and clearing the path for new mega-projects?

4. The Shadow of Insurance Fraud
Some traders quietly claim that certain shop owners moved out valuable goods days before the fire. Was insider knowledge at play? If true, this suggests a possible insurance scheme—or at least forewarning that points to a bigger plot.

5. Geopolitical Undercurrents
Lagos Island is more than just commerce—it’s a power symbol. With Nigeria pushing to become West Africa’s financial hub, destabilizing its busiest trading quarter could serve competitors’ interests. Foreign business rivals or local political factions might benefit from creating chaos that delays development projects.

6. Digital Silence
Despite multiple eyewitness videos, reports of the fire’s exact origin (Central Plaza vs. Emab Plaza) remain deliberately muddled. Could this confusion be a tactic to blur accountability, making it impossible to trace back to the real culprits?

What the public sees is “just another Lagos fire.” But when you connect the dots—the suspicious timing, the unusual season, the valuable land, the insurance whispers, and the orchestrated confusion—it starts to look less like chance and more like an operation.

The real question is: Who benefits from Lagos Island burning?
TV/MoviesRe: BBNaijaS10: Isabella Confesses To Past Affair With Married Man by AngelSlay: 11:33am On Sep 17, 2025
SouthSouth1914:
95 percent of ladies are involved with married men, not even talking about married women involved with married men o!

Before you get married as a man, try to know your partner very well. Both ladies and gents!!
The problem is that wan a guy meets a girl that is ready to build with them, they don’t take you serious, they will think there is someone else somewhere talking care of the bills not knowing you’re doing that yourself and just trying to build a good and healthy relationship with them, that’s the main reason everyone is now going for the money instead of true love 💔💔💔
SportsRe: Lagos To Host First E1 GP Tournament In Africa by AngelSlay: 9:45am On Sep 15, 2025
Delta state sleeping 😴 with the amount of resources both human and capital, the state cannot do a quarter of what LASG is doing.
BusinessRe: Billions At Stake As Nigerians Pay For Failed USSD Transactions by AngelSlay: 8:32am On Sep 15, 2025
What's FCPC doing about it. We are damn to docile in this part of the world
FamilyRe: Married Men Take Care Of Yourselves, Don't Die Young Trying To Please Anyone. by AngelSlay: 7:39am On Sep 15, 2025
Smart 🤓 move
emmaodet:
I was once like you who was scared of the fear of unknown.
Even when the money is there, I was always scared of spending it on myself because who knows, what may come up and nobody to run to for bail out but I had to change my plans.
Dropped my cost of living down even though my wife complained about it so as to free up more disposable income.
This disposable income should be invested into safe investments like mutual funds that give regular passive incomes.
As your passive income grows, it starts taking care of you house bills while you have more income for yourself.
This plan may take 2/3 years to materialize but it's worth it.
RomanceRe: God Told Me You Are My Wife by AngelSlay: 9:18pm On Sep 14, 2025
PastorKosi:
GOD TOLD ME YOU ARE MY WIFE

“When someone says ‘God told me you are my wife/husband’, that alone is never a strong enough reason to accept a relationship or marriage proposal. God is not an author of confusion. If it is truly from Him, He will confirm it to both of you, not just one person. Remember, God does not force people into marriage—He gives us the freedom to choose. Let God also speak to you personally before making such a life-changing decision.”
Some people might say, “But God told me he/she is my spouse, so that should be enough.” The truth is, feelings and personal revelations can be very subjective. Studies in psychology show that 90–95% of people tend to interpret strong emotions or desires as “signs” or “confirmation”—even when they are not (American Psychological Association, 2022). That’s why one person’s conviction should never be the sole basis for a lifelong decision.

In fact, research on marriage outcomes shows that mutual agreement and shared vision are far more important predictors of long-term success than one partner’s conviction alone. According to a 2021 Pew Research Center report, couples who made marriage decisions together (rather than one partner leading) reported 35% higher satisfaction rates and 25% lower divorce risk compared to those where only one person felt “certain.”

From a biblical standpoint too, Amos 3:3 asks, “Can two walk together, except they be agreed?” That means both parties must hear, understand, and agree—not one person dragging the other in the name of “divine revelation.”

So while God can guide us, He doesn’t bypass your will, peace, or clarity. A relationship where only one person “heard from God” without the other’s confirmation is not divine order—it’s imbalance.
TravelRe: Flood Alert: 11 States May Experience Heavy Rain This Week – FG by AngelSlay: 6:51pm On Sep 14, 2025
Based on the latest forecasts, the following states are expected to have heavy rains, thunderstorms and elevated flood risk this week:

Delta, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, Cross River

Kebbi, Sokoto, Zamfara

Niger, Nasarawa, Plateau

FCT (Abuja)


Also, in some states the risk is stronger in particular parts (for example low‑lying areas, river flood plains, etc.).
Jobs/VacanciesRe: Jobs with accommodation or House �️ hunters by AngelSlay(op): 8:31am On Sep 14, 2025
Looking for a Housemate 🏠

Hello everyone,
I urgently need accommodation and I’m searching for someone who needs a housemate.
✅ I’ll pay my rent monthly
✅ Preferably within Ikotun, Igando, or Alimosho axis
✅ I’m ready to move in today

If you have space or know someone, kindly send me a DM 👉 @Ire_Ife on telegram
09152620205
Thank you 🙏
FamilyRe: I've Got A Fearless Daughter – How Do People Do This Gentle Parenting Thing? by AngelSlay: 7:59pm On Sep 13, 2025
You're doing more right than you probably realize. 🧡

What you’ve shared is raw, honest, and deeply relatable for so many parents—especially those trying to practice gentle parenting in real-time, not just in theory. It’s easy to talk about calm responses when everything’s calm. But when you're watching your fearless toddler bear-hug the family cat for the third time that day, instincts kick in—especially when safety's at stake.

Let’s unpack a few things gently, with the understanding that you’re not failing—you’re learning on the job, and that’s exactly what parenting is.

The Baby and the Cat Dynamic

What you're describing is very common. Toddlers are still learning how their bodies work, how much pressure is “too much,” and what it means to be gentle. They don't always connect cause and effect the way adults do—especially when it comes to animals.

Your daughter doesn’t mean to harm Kitty. In fact, it sounds like she loves her. But she’s still too young to regulate that love into safe behavior. That’s not a discipline issue—it’s a developmental phase.

What can help:

Model gentle touches. Show her how to stroke the cat with an open palm, saying “Soft hands.”

Narrate safety boundaries. "We keep Kitty safe with soft hands. Kitty says 'ouch' when it’s too hard."

Redirect instead of always separating. Try saying, “Let’s give Kitty a break and go play with your stuffed animals,” or offer a toy animal to "practice being gentle."


And when you need to protect the cat quickly—yes, you will raise your voice. That’s not a failure. That’s you being human.
RevenuesBoost:
How do people do this gentle parenting thing?🤦
Because honestly, I haven’t even started and I’m already raising my voice!🙆


I’ve had to stop Baby Light so many times from unintentionally hurting her cat.
Sometimes I’m screaming for the cat’s safety, other times, for my daughter’s.

Wherever you find Baby Light and Kitty together, just know that some rough play is about to begin.
They’re inseparable—even when I try to keep them apart.
But Light can get a bit too rough, and I often find myself yelling—not out of anger, but from panic.
I have a fearless daughter who sees loud noises as music.
Sounds that should startle most kids? Baby Light hears them and starts dancing, smiling wide like it's a celebration.

Some people say I share stories about my family for attention.
That made me laugh.
The truth? I use Nairaland as an archive.
I've even recovered lost images from it before.

I still wonder why some people are so quick to judge and downgrade others.
But I guess that's how they are.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KpbafVmjSSA
Yelling from panic isn’t the same as yelling from anger, but your daughter likely can’t tell the difference yet. She might see your panic as just more “big energy” in the room—especially since she reacts to noise with joy. That’s actually a beautiful (if tiring) trait—she’s brave, open, and expressive. But it does mean you’ll need to get creative with how you guide her.

Try this instead:

Use a strong but low voice instead of shouting when you can. Drop your tone instead of raising it. It signals urgency without the chaos.

After things settle, reconnect with her. “That scared me because I want everyone to be safe. Let’s try again together.”

On Gentle Parenting
Gentle parenting isn’t about never raising your voice. It’s about repairing when you do. It’s about the relationship, not perfection.

It means:
Explaining what happened after the moment.

Helping your child understand big feelings.

Letting them know you’re on their side, even when correcting them.

You're already doing that. You care. You're thinking deeply. You’re telling stories, reflecting, laughing at yourself, and protecting both your daughter and her furry best friend.

You’re allowed to tell your story.
You're allowed to document your family life for yourself, not for anyone else’s approval.
You're allowed to laugh, vent, reflect, and grow—publicly or privately.

People will judge no matter what. But the ones who see you, who read your stories and think, “That’s me too,”—they're quietly grateful that you had the courage to speak up.

So, from one tired, imperfect, learning-as-we-go adult to another:

You're not doing it wrong.
You're doing it honestly.
And that’s where the real strength lies.

Keep archiving. Keep telling your truth.
Baby Light and Kitty are lucky to have you. 🧡
PropertiesRe: Me And My Missing Tenant by AngelSlay: 8:35pm On Sep 12, 2025
How to Legally Evict a Tenant in Nigeria (Especially in Lagos)

Evicting a tenant can be stressful, but you must follow due legal process. Taking the law into your own hands can backfire, as Nigerian tenancy laws tend to protect tenants. Here are four practical approaches to consider:


1. Get a Lawyer (Recommended Option)
Do not take matters into your own hands. Hire a lawyer who understands tenancy law. If the tenant is on a yearly tenancy, you're required to give a 6-month Quit Notice.

This 6-month notice starts counting from the day it is served, regardless of how long the tenant has owed rent.

After the 6 months expires, if the tenant remains on the property, they are considered a "tenant at sufferance", which means they are now staying illegally.

At this point, you no longer need to issue another quit notice. Instead, your lawyer can serve a 7-day Notice of Owner’s Intention to Recover Possession.

After that period, you can file a case at the Rent Tribunal or Magistrate Court. The tenant cannot legally defend the case at this stage.

Timeline: With all the possible adjournments, court processes usually take 3 to 5 months, after which court bailiffs (sometimes with police) will lawfully evict the tenant.

2. Do It Yourself (DIY Legal Option)
If you can't afford a lawyer, you can represent yourself:

Serve the required statutory notices:

One-month Quit Notice (or 6 months for yearly tenants)

Followed by a 7-day Notice of Owner's Intention to Recover Premises

After the notices expire, file a Suit for Recovery of Premises at the nearest Magistrate Court.


At the court:

Tell the judge you’re self-representing.

Enter the witness box, explain the situation clearly.

The court bailiff will confirm they served the notices and the tenant ignored them.

The court can then grant you a possession order.

Pay the bailiff fees and police logistics.

Bailiffs and police will enforce the order: evict the tenant and remove their belongings—often to the court premises.

Note: This route requires attention to detail and time, but it's legally valid and cost-effective.

3. Government Mediation (Lagos State Only)
If you're based in Lagos, you can take advantage of the Lagos State Citizens Mediation Centre (CMC) or the Human Rights Division.

Located in most local government areas.

Filing a case costs about ₦8,000.

They mediate disputes and help enforce legal agreements or refer cases to the appropriate court. Ideal for those who prefer a neutral third-party resolution and wish to avoid court stress.

4. Street Justice (Not Recommended)
Some landlords resort to aggressive tactics, but this is dangerous and illegal. Examples include:

Sending thugs to harass tenants

Breaking into the house

Faking tenancy transfers or court appearances

These actions can lead to criminal charges, lawsuits, and police involvement against you.

My advice: No matter how frustrating the situation is, avoid shortcuts. The law is slow, but it’s safer and more effective in the long run.
Nsiehi:
Dear Nairalanders and property owners,

I wish to seek your kind counsel on to how deal with a problem posed by a tenant in my property.

I rented out a unit of 2 bedroom flat to this my tenant some 3 years ago. He is in the habit of owing bills (electricity, security, etc). House rent payment is also delayed. I do not live in this compound but do pay weekly visits to inspect the house. There are other tenants living in the compound too.

About 8months ago, I noticed an unusual absence of the tenant's wife and their 2 year old son. Some of their household items they usually kept in the balcony were gone too. I thought at this time that they may have gone on holiday. A few weeks after, he had another guy living with him whom he introduced as his brother. A Month later, I did not see the tenant nor the person he introduced as his brother. That flat has been locked for 7 months now and every effort to contact them through their 3 phone numbers have been unsuccessful. His electricity and security bills have piled up since April last year. The compound uses the estimated billing system for electricity and at the end of every month, the tenants share the bills. Disconnecting any flat here does not affect the the estimated bills sent to the compound. I have been planning to install prepaid meter but seriously financially-challenged.

The tenant's rent will expire by the end of this month and I do not have any intention to receive any renewed rent from him.

I have tried many possible means to reach him or his wife but all have been unsuccessful. I was beginning to think recently that the guy he introduced to me as his brother was a new tenant that he sublet my house to. I have not seen the so-called brother, neither does his phone number go through. I want to speak with a lawyer and also inform the police, but I do not know if this is a good decision.

Dear Nairalanders I hereby seek your wise counsel on this matter and how to prevent a future repeat.
LAWYER
Get a lawyer.. Please don't take laws into your hands, because the law tilts more in favour of tenants. get a lawyer to Give him quit notice if his a yearly tenant If the tenant is on yearly payment, it is 6 months notice that u'll give him and it will start counting frm d day you served him d notice irrespective of how many months he has not paid.

Once the quit notice has been filed validly for 6 months, any day over that 6 months notice means the tenant is holding over that property illegally and he no longer becomes a tenant but a tenant at sufferance and from there onward you dont need to issue him a quit notice again but an OWNERS INTENTION TO RECOVER PREMISES in 7 DAYS And from there onwards the tenant practically has no defence legally when the matter will be filed at the rent tribunal nearest to you.

Tops with all the adjournment within 3 to 5 months the court balliffs will personally come to serve them to eject them of the premises compulsorily.

or

DO IT YOURSELF (DIY)
If you don't want to contact a lawyer.
Let me give you a summary of what you should do .Serve him the statutory notices ie 7 days and one month,then file a suit for recovery of premises at the nearest magistrate court.

Once the case comes up tell the court you are handling the case yourself,enter witness box and tell the court what the man did and the order you are seeking from them.The bailiff will then enter the box and tell the court that he served the man but he didn't come .The court will then grant you the order you are seeking.You will take the judgement copy and go to the bailiff and pay them for policemen.

The policemen and the bailiffs will go to the man's house one early morning, break his house and pack all his properties to the court premises. I hope you learnt something today from this. Goodluck

or

GOVERNMENT
If you based in Lagos If its Lagos, go through the human right activist section or Mediation center of the State Government. They have many outlets in each local government in the state. They'll charge a fee of #8,000 and would handled the cases

or

STREETS
I don't encourage this any longer but its inevitable where a tenant things you must suffer after the initial suffer to build a house. Go to court, pay the clerk and officials and get a notice, paste on his door in his absent and snap then take notice off. Make some other person appear in court in his stead as a proxy tenant he transferred tenant ship to without your consent and get a verdict and evict him immediately as the unpreparedness will rock his life for ever. He can continue the fight from outside your house. The person that appeared is the person you have been seeing around the house and you don't know him. Simply put, he alone can provide that person.
FamilyRe: Hard Times Expose True Friends by AngelSlay: 6:37pm On Sep 12, 2025
It’s in your hardest moments that life quietly reveals who’s really in your corner. When everything is going great — money’s flowing, health is intact, and your smile is genuine — it’s easy to be surrounded by people. The laughs come freely, the calls are frequent, and the support seems real.

But the moment life throws you into a storm — maybe your finances collapse, your mental health dips, or you’re just emotionally drained — everything changes. Some of those same people who once cheered you on go silent. The calls stop. The energy shifts. Suddenly, it’s just you — and a handful, if any, who are still standing by you, checking in, offering help, or even just a listening ear.

And that’s when it hits you: loyalty isn’t loud; it’s consistent. It doesn’t always show up with grand gestures — sometimes it’s the quiet friend who keeps checking in, or the one who shows up without being asked. Meanwhile, those you once supported without hesitation might act like they never knew you, offering excuses or pretending your struggle doesn’t exist.

It hurts, deeply. But there’s clarity in that pain. Rock bottom doesn’t just break you — it reveals. It strips away the noise and shows you who’s real, who’s loyal, and who loved you for you, not for your success, status, or what you could give.

And while it’s painful, it’s also powerful — because knowing who truly stands with you is a gift, even if it comes wrapped in heartbreak.
ademijuwonlo:
You only find out who has your back when you hit your lowest point. Life has a way of testing relationships, and it is often in seasons of struggle that true loyalty is revealed.

When everything is going well, many people will surround you, offering laughter, company, and support that seems genuine. But when challenges strike whether in finances, health, or personal battles, some will quietly withdraw, while the ones who truly care will stay, offering encouragement, sacrifice, and unwavering presence.

Sadly, some friends or people you once stood by wholeheartedly may claim they can’t even remember you when you turn to them for help, showing that their loyalty was only surface-deep. Hitting rock bottom is painful, yet it strips away pretenses and shows clearly who values you for who you are, not for what you have. It is in those moments of brokenness that the strength of real friendship and love shines the brightest.
Jobs/VacanciesRe: Nigeria Customs Recruitment – A Harsh Reminder Of Our Employment Crisis by AngelSlay: 5:59pm On Sep 12, 2025
stancydg:
Succinct. Kindly permit a repost elsewhere. Thanks.
Approved.
Jobs/VacanciesRe: Can You Do A Remote Job With Your Regular 9-5? by AngelSlay: 5:58pm On Sep 12, 2025
Sandyrice:
Can you explain better the rhs search button, please?
I meant use the search button on the channel to limit your search to remote
Jobs/VacanciesRe: Project Coordinator, Lekki Lagos by AngelSlay: 5:22pm On Sep 11, 2025
5-30k per project. It is finished in Nigeria and people are rushing to fill the form.
Jobs/VacanciesRe: Nigeria Customs Recruitment – A Harsh Reminder Of Our Employment Crisis by AngelSlay: 5:19pm On Sep 11, 2025
Kalatium:
Good day, everyone.

I just came across the numbers from the ongoing Nigeria Customs Service recruitment, and honestly, it hit me hard. It’s not just about Customs—it’s about the painful reality of employment in Nigeria. Let’s break it down:

📌 Number of Applicants: 573,523
📌 Shortlisted Candidates: 286,697
📌 Available Vacancies: 3,927

Now pause and think about this. Nearly 600,000 Nigerians applied, and even after shortlisting, over 282,000 qualified candidates will still be dropped along the way.

Not because they are lazy. Not because they are unqualified. But simply because the opportunities are painfully limited.

Imagine—thousands of young graduates, parents, hustlers, and breadwinners—all chasing less than 4,000 seats. This isn’t just a recruitment drive; it’s a mirror showing us how deep our unemployment problem really is.

For every few who succeed, hundreds of thousands are left to start the search again. The system forces brilliance, effort, and dreams into a brutal lottery of chance.

This is the Nigeria we live in.
This is the crisis we must confront.

What are your thoughts, Nairalanders? Is there any real solution to this ever-growing unemployment mess? Or are we just running in circles while millions waste away in joblessness?
The numbers shared are heartbreaking, no doubt. Over half a million Nigerians chasing under 4,000 jobs? It’s a harsh reflection of where we are as a country. But while it's easy—and even justified—to feel overwhelmed or bitter, I think it's also important we ask some harder questions, both of the system and of ourselves.

Yes, the unemployment crisis is real. Yes, it's systemic. But if we keep pointing fingers without digging deeper, we’ll just keep recycling the same frustration year after year.

Here are a few things I think we also need to talk about:

🔹 Why are nearly 600,000 people chasing a single government job stream?
It’s not just about passion for Customs—it’s about stability, security, and predictability. But that tells us something: the private sector is either unattractive, inaccessible, or underdeveloped. That’s where policy needs to change, yes—but it's also where innovation and entrepreneurship need to rise.

🔹 What role does our education system play?
We’re producing graduates, but are we producing problem-solvers, builders, or creators? Not everyone will be an entrepreneur, true—but we can’t all be job seekers either. We must start pushing for skill-based education, digital literacy, and practical knowledge that can open global doors, not just government gates.

🔹 What are we doing as individuals and communities?
Are we networking smartly? Are we volunteering, freelancing, building digital portfolios, or learning high-demand skills like coding, design, writing, marketing, or even trades? Not as a magical fix—but as a strategy to stop putting our entire future in the hands of overburdened government slots.

To be clear: the government must create an enabling environment. That’s non-negotiable. But as citizens, especially the youth, we can’t wait for ideal conditions. We have to adapt, collaborate, innovate, and keep building—even in chaos.

Nigeria is hard. No one’s denying that. But if we all become passive observers in this "brutal lottery," then we’ve already lost. Let’s turn the frustration into fuel.
Jobs/VacanciesRe: Can You Do A Remote Job With Your Regular 9-5? by AngelSlay: 5:16pm On Sep 11, 2025
Sandyrice:
I dey JobZoneNG but they hardly post remote jobs.
This is not true, use rhs search button to find remote jobs on the channel or join the paid group
Jobs/VacanciesRe: Can You Do A Remote Job With Your Regular 9-5? by AngelSlay: 8:13am On Sep 11, 2025
Sandyrice:
How do I join the channel please?
Check my signature.
Jobs/VacanciesRe: Your CV Is Costing You Interviews And Jobs — Here’s How To Fix It Fast by AngelSlay: 6:39am On Sep 10, 2025
But let’s be real—your CV still matters. It’s often the first impression before you even get the chance to network. A well-structured CV shows professionalism and competence. Connections might open doors, but what you bring to the table keeps you inside the room. So, it’s not an either/or—it’s both. Build relationships, but also make sure your CV reflects your value when opportunity knocks.
9japride:
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You're right. It's all about connections these days. If a company doesn't like a person no amount of CV design can change their mind.
Networking and grace is the key.
Jobs/VacanciesRe: Your CV Is Costing You Interviews And Jobs — Here’s How To Fix It Fast by AngelSlay: 6:38am On Sep 10, 2025
free2ryhme:
LEAVE STORY IT IS NOT BY CV

ALL OF YOU PROMOTING THIS NONSESNE DONT KNOW WHAT YOU RAE SAYING
Kindly check my signature and thank me later for you showing you.
SportsRe: South Africa Vs Nigeria: 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers (1 - 1) On 9th Sept 2025 by AngelSlay: 5:21pm On Sep 09, 2025
grin
kevwemike:
Goal ooooooooooo Nigeria Done score oooo
RomanceThe Dark Side Of Nigerian Youth Lifestyle: Yahoo, Drugs, And Crime by AngelSlay(op): 5:20pm On Sep 09, 2025
The Dark Side of Nigerian Youth Lifestyle: Yahoo, Drugs, and Crime

Once upon a time, Nigerian youths were celebrated for their resilience, creativity, and drive to succeed despite economic challenges. But in 2025, a darker trend is taking center stage — the rise of Yahoo (advance fee fraud), drug abuse, and violent crime. What was once whispered about in backstreets has now become an open conversation in communities, on social media, and in the news.

What Exactly is “Yahoo Yahoo”?
“Yahoo Yahoo” is the slang for advance fee fraud — a cybercrime where scammers trick victims (often foreigners) into parting with their money through fake promises, romance scams, and business deals.

For many Nigerian youths struggling with unemployment and poverty, Yahoo has become a tempting alternative. The flashy lifestyle of “Yahoo boys” — luxury cars, designer outfits, and club spending — makes fraud look glamorous.

But beneath the glitter lies a dangerous reality: arrests, imprisonment, stigma, and a nation’s reputation being dragged in the mud.

The Role of Drugs in the Mix
Hand in hand with Yahoo culture is the rise of drug abuse. Substances like Colorado (synthetic cannabis), Loud, Molly, Tramadol, and Crack have become common among Lagos and Abuja youths.

Why the addiction?

To boost “confidence” when chatting with victims online.

To sustain long hours behind the laptop.

As a symbol of being “part of the lifestyle.”

Peer pressure from friends and influencers who normalize drug use.

Unfortunately, drug abuse has led to mental health crises, violence, and premature deaths among young Nigerians.

Crime and Violence
With the spread of Yahoo and drugs comes another menace — violent crime. From ritual killings (“Yahoo Plus”) to armed robbery, cultism, and gang wars, desperation has driven some youths into deadly paths.

Communities across Nigeria report rising insecurity linked to unemployed and drug-addicted youths who resort to crime as survival or status.

Statistics Behind the Crisis
According to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), over 14.3 million Nigerians use drugs, with young people making up the majority.

The EFCC arrested more than 6,000 suspected Yahoo boys in 2023 alone.

A 2024 report by the NBS shows youth unemployment at over 40%, fueling fraud and crime.

Studies reveal Nigeria loses billions of naira annually to cybercrime-related activities.


The Clash with Society

Parents, religious leaders, and security agencies are alarmed at the growing embrace of fraud and drugs. Sermons, campaigns, and arrests are frequent, yet the allure of fast money and “street credibility” keeps pulling more youths in.

Older generations insist on hard work, dignity, and patience, while many young people argue: “Hard work no dey pay in Nigeria. Na who sharp guy go chop life.”

The Double-Edged Sword

Critics warn that Yahoo, drugs, and crime:

Destroy the mental health and future of Nigerian youths.

Tarnish Nigeria’s global reputation.

Fuel insecurity and social instability.

Yet, some youths defend Yahoo as a “survival strategy” in a country where opportunities seem scarce.

The rise of Yahoo, drugs, and crime is a painful reflection of Nigeria’s economic struggles and shifting values. While some see it as rebellion against a failed system, the consequences are grave — for individuals, families, and the nation at large.

The question remains: will Nigerian youths continue down this dark path, or will a new generation choose innovation, creativity, and integrity over crime?
RomanceRe: Hookup Culture And The Rise Of ‘soft Life’ In Lagos by AngelSlay: 4:54pm On Sep 09, 2025
I understand your point, but painting almost every young woman with the same brush isn’t fair. While it’s true that prostitution exists in different forms and some openly advertise it, there are still many hardworking and decent young ladies who live by their values and make an honest living, despite the challenges around them.

It’s also not always just about “choice.” For some, economic hardship, lack of opportunities, or even family pressure play a role in pushing them toward such lifestyles. And yes, some may do it for fun or adventure, but generalizing makes it seem like morality has completely collapsed among women, which isn’t true.

Lastly, while prostitution may have been around for ages, calling it a “critical service” risks normalizing it instead of addressing the root causes and finding healthier solutions for society.
Abee79:
Almost every young lady is into one from of prostitutiøn (yes, that's the real name) or another. Some flaunt their services especially online. Some boldly ask for patronage. While a greater percentage are "coded", and you'll have to operate on the "frequency" to even know what's up. I agree with all those who say that young men considering marriage should do a thorough background check before they commit. There was one coded Oloshø in Abuja who got married last year. I just the pity the young man she trapped. She posted pictures of her newborn baby some months ago on Instagram 🤣

I disagree with those who blame poverty. Some of these ladies are gainfully employed and some a even "happily" married. It's a choice. Some do it just for fun, peer pressure or adventure. Yes, poverty is a major contributor, but not all poor ladies are prostitutës.

Las las, prostitutiøn is the oldest profession in the world, and would be in every society for a very long time. They provide a critical service in society.
RomanceRe: Hookup Culture And The Rise Of ‘soft Life’ In Lagos by AngelSlay: 4:45pm On Sep 09, 2025
yewit37486:
But.... how come you know so much?
He retired few months ago.
RomanceRe: Hookup Culture And The Rise Of ‘soft Life’ In Lagos by AngelSlay: 4:44pm On Sep 09, 2025
If your likes don't patronize them, there would be no OS
Fisher007:
Hmm
Where do i start from.
Cockroaches everywhere.

70 percent of the young ones are doing hookup.
Meaning your chance of marrying a retired hookup person is also 70 percent.

Terrible times ahead for those considering marriage. The endgame or time will be terrible for a lot.

Well we are all in this together.

Nobody is going anywhere.
RomanceRe: Hookup Culture And The Rise Of ‘soft Life’ In Lagos by AngelSlay: 4:00pm On Sep 09, 2025
t’s true that hookup culture isn’t limited to Lagos — Abuja, Port Harcourt, and even smaller cities all have their own versions of it. People experiment with all sorts of lifestyles now, and social media has only made it more visible.

But while it’s important to be cautious, we also need to be careful not to paint every woman with the same brush. Not every lady with a past is unworthy of a genuine relationship. Everyone has their history, and just as men want to be judged by who they are today, women deserve the same fairness.

That said, doing due diligence before entering any serious relationship is wise. Knowing your partner’s values, background, and lifestyle is part of protecting yourself from heartbreak or worse. As for casual flings, you’re right — health risks are real. Men (and women too) need to take responsibility, practice safe sex, and understand the consequences of their choices.

At the end of the day, it boils down to self-control and discernment. The choices we make in private often determine the peace or chaos we’ll live with later.
Ryda:
The hook up lifestyle is everywhere not only in Lagos. Have you had time to visit or stay in Abuja? BDSM, Scissorcing, call it any name you want. A lot is happening in Nigeria.

My advise for every man out there. Do a deep search on her background before you even ask her out.
Ask for her social media handles. Some will tell you they don't have one. Do your own research and find out. Many are wifing retired hoes and they're not aware of it.

Lastly if you're going to fornicate, have the lights tuned on. A lot of men are digging herps in the name of pleasure. You're finished especially if you're a married man. angry

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