₦airaland Forum

Welcome, Guest: Register • Login • With Google • Trending • Recent • New

Stats: 3,344,289 members, 8,511,072 topics. Date: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 05:59 PM

Toggle theme

AngelSlay's Posts

Nairaland Forum › AngelSlay's Profile › AngelSlay's Posts

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ... 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 (of 49 pages)

Celebrities › Re: Burna Boy Shows Off His 8th Richard Mille Watch Worth Over $400K by AngelSlay: 7:41pm On Jul 31, 2025
Yes, Burna Boy and his peers could speak up more—but change won’t come from celebrities alone. If we turn frustration into community pressure, civic engagement, and unity, the impact will go deeper than a song or tweet.
OSUNADC:
Burna Boy should start talking against bad governance and this draconian regime. This superficial lifestyle is not helping anyone but his family member and immediate circle. I understand it is part of the entertainment but the people are hungry, labouring in vain with no respite in sight and generally attention to music is short spanned ,unlike before. I heard Olamide dropped Album, Burna dropped too, including Davido but survival and trying to be in a good stead has not made me to sit down to listen to any of their albums.

I am sure I am speaking the mind of most youths and music aficionados .
Education › Re: Acquiring Masters Degree In N.O.U.N Is It Worth It? by AngelSlay: 7:39pm On Jul 31, 2025
horlahwaley:
Hi Nlanders, I am about to seek admission into NOUN to obtain an M.Sc. in Public Health. I work for my state government and am also an entrepreneur. Due to the nature of my job being demanding. I am thinking of doing my MSc in NOUN. But what is holding me back is, is it internationally recognised. In case there is an opportunity later in future won't i be sidelined because i attended NOUN? Do conventional university recognize them assuming i want further for PhD?
NOUN is a valid and strategic option for busy professionals like you. It’s recognized, but may not carry the same prestige or automatic recognition internationally or in certain academic circles. If you are intentional about adding extra value (certifications, research, experience), you will not be sidelined—you’ll be more than prepared for future opportunities, including a PhD.
Crime › Re: Missing Person: Teenage Girl Found In Anambra State, Do You Know Her? by AngelSlay: 6:57pm On Jul 31, 2025
[quote author= post=136299134]Missing Person: Teenage Girl Found In Anambra State, Do You Know Her?

See What A Twitter User "Somto Okonkwo" Wrote As Obtained By NC BLOG Below:

Missing Person: This Teenage Girl Was Found In Anambra State. According To Her, She’s Lives In Lagos State. Those Who Found Her Took Her To The Hospital Because She Was Raped And Bleeding. Till Now, She’s Still At The Hospital Because Nobody Seems To Know Who She Is…

See Photo As Obtained By NC BLOG Below:


Source: today's fast-paced world, many parents are caught in the hustle—chasing money, careers, and social status. While providing for the family is important, a painful truth is emerging in many homes: children are being emotionally abandoned, even though their physical needs are being met. This neglect in proper upbringing, especially of the girl child, is leading to heartbreaking consequences.

The recent case of a teenage girl found raped and abandoned in Anambra State, claiming she lives in Lagos but with no family or friend searching for her, is a loud warning. It tells us that many children are slipping through the cracks—unnoticed, unguided, and unprotected.

The Cost of Parental Negligence

Too many parents have traded presence for provision. They believe paying school fees, providing food, and buying gadgets is enough. But while children may smile with a full stomach and clean clothes, many are starving emotionally—longing for love, attention, discipline, and guidance.

In this emotional void, peer pressure, social media, fake friendships, and dangerous influences begin to take root. Many girls, especially, fall victim to manipulation because no one ever taught them what self-worth looks like. No one warned them about the dangers of seeking love and validation from the wrong sources.

Why the Girl Child Needs a Father Figure

The role of a father in a girl’s life cannot be overemphasized. A loving, present, and protective father teaches his daughter how she deserves to be treated. He sets the standard for what healthy love and respect look like. He provides emotional security that helps her resist negative influences.

When a father is absent—physically or emotionally—the girl child is often left exposed. She may seek affection from boys or men who exploit her, confuse attention for love, or fall into destructive cycles of insecurity, rebellion, and poor decisions.

Peer Pressure and the Vulnerability of Girls

Girls are more exposed than ever before. With the rise of social media, influencers, and fast lifestyles, many young girls are under immense pressure to "belong" and "shine." Without strong moral guidance at home, they begin to copy what they see online, chase validation, and ignore the dangers around them.

Peer pressure now determines what many girls wear, how they talk, who they date, and even whether they attend school. Without solid parenting—especially the firm love of a father—they may not have the strength to say no.

What Must Be Done

Parents must return to intentional parenting—not just as providers, but as guides and mentors.

Fathers must be present, not just as figureheads, but as active participants in their daughters' emotional lives.

Family time must be sacred—listening, bonding, correcting, and nurturing.

Community awareness must increase, reminding parents that raising a child isn’t just about survival, but about character and destiny.

If we continue to ignore the emotional needs of our children, especially our girls, we will keep raising a generation that looks polished on the outside but is broken, lost, and hurting on the inside.

It’s time to pause and re-evaluate: Are we raising our children, or just funding their lives?
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: Jobs with accommodation or House �️ hunters by AngelSlay(op): 6:39pm On Jul 31, 2025
Urgent Short Stay Needed!

Someone needs a place to move into tomorrow for 2 weeks.
Budget: ₦45,000

If you stay on the Mainland or Island, and you’re open to this kind of arrangement, please hit me up ASAP.

Let’s help someone sort this out quickly. 🙏🏽 +234 907 168 3675
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: Jobs with accommodation or House �️ hunters by AngelSlay(op): 6:21pm On Jul 31, 2025
Room Available – Bode Thomas, Surulere

A fashion designer is looking to share her 2-bedroom self-contained apartment in Bode Thomas, Surulere.
• Rent: ₦360,000 per year
• What’s Available: One room in a 2-bedroom apartment
• Setup:
• The sitting room is used as her sewing/showroom
• She occupies one room
• The available room is private
• Shared Facilities:
• 1 toilet
• 1 kitchen

Ideal for a working-class lady or business woman

+234 907 168 3675
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: Operations Manager Needed For Immediate Resumption by AngelSlay: 1:36pm On Jul 31, 2025
THE PAY YOU OFFERING IS RIDICULOUSLY LOW AND AS SUCH CANNOT GET ANY COMPETENT PERSON
TIILEAD2WIN:
Our client with specialization in Fabrics urgently needs experienced, responsible, and dependable Operations Manager in Ikorodu.

Qualification: HND/B.Sc in any relevant field

Age: 30-40

Applicants must be resident in Ikorodu, and its environs, and must be ready for immediate employment.

Industry: Fabrics

Salary: Very Attractive

The CV should be sent to ladderupconsulting@gmail.com

You can chat us up on 07083626297
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: A Remote Job Is Needed. by AngelSlay: 1:34pm On Jul 31, 2025
Sandyrice:
Hello, can I do a remote job for you and earn? What kind of remote job do you have? I can fit in perfectly.
What's your skill set?

Let me know and have you worked remotely before if yes, share your portfolio.
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: Are You Unemployed Or Even Underemployed? Please Come In by AngelSlay(op): 1:33pm On Jul 31, 2025
House Help Needed – Iyana Ipaja, Lagos

Location: Iyana Ipaja, Lagos State
Age Range: 20 to 24 years
Gender: Female

Requirements:

Must be neat

Must be a proven Christian

Must know basic house chores

Must already reside in Iyana Ipaja

Must speak English and Yoruba

Must be able to care for a baby boy

Must be friendly, respectful, and relatable


Benefits:

Salary + Feeding

Full health check-up will be conducted


To Apply:
Send a direct message to +234 706 755 7607
Please go straight to the point.
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: Are You Unemployed Or Even Underemployed? Please Come In by AngelSlay(op): 1:33pm On Jul 31, 2025
Urgent! 5 Female Ushers Needed

Location: Victoria Island (VI), Lagos
Dates: August 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
Pay: ₦9,000 per day

Dress Code:

Black gown

Black flat shoes


Note:
Only applicants based on the Island will be selected.

To Apply:
DM 08175400037 with your details.
Please go straight to the point.
Family › Re: Must you marry? by AngelSlay: 12:52pm On Jul 31, 2025
essentialone1:
Must you marry?

Single guys and ladies need to answer this question.

Must you marry?
Must you marry — or do you think happiness and fulfillment can be found outside of marriage too?
Crime › Re: My Married Ex Girlfriend by AngelSlay: 12:49pm On Jul 31, 2025
She’s not just trying to tempt you—she already is. And the truth is, this situation has nothing to do with confusion; it’s a test of discipline, boundaries, and respect—for yourself and for others.

As a woman, this is what’s happening & what she’s doing:
1. Emotional Manipulation: Saying she "misses your something" is vague on purpose—she wants you to read between the lines and emotionally engage. She's trying to stir up old feelings without taking full responsibility for it.

2. Disrespecting Her Marriage: Regardless of whether she claims her husband is "trying," she is stepping out emotionally (and possibly wants to do so physically). That tells you a lot about her character.


3. Playing with Fire: She's married. Reaching out to an ex in this way is reckless and selfish—she’s not thinking about you, her husband, or the consequences.

Why She's Doing It:

- Boredom or dissatisfaction in her marriage.
- Curiosity or nostalgia, especially if you were her best experience.
- Validation: She wants to know she can still get your attention, even while married.
- Impulsive emotional craving—some people chase old comfort when new life realities hit.


You should be careful for the following reasons:

1. You’ll get emotionally entangled, and if caught, it could lead to drama, even violence.
2. It may seem like harmless flirting, but these things spiral—fast.
3. You’d be disrespecting not just her husband, but yourself. You're not a backup plan, a memory, or a secret side dish. If you were in his shoes, would you want someone entertaining your wife like that?


What you should do NOW

1. Draw the line: Let her know you’re not that kind of guy, and you don’t want trouble.

2. Block her number: If she continues reaching out, this is your cleanest escape.

3. Respect your peace: Don’t entertain ghosts from the past—especially married ones.

4. Watch your emotions: Don’t confuse old feelings with a new opportunity. It’s not the same—it’s just a trap.

You’re not confused. You’re just tempted, and you know it's wrong. She’s trying to blur the lines because she knows the old you might still respond. But it’s on you to show that the new you is smarter, wiser, and values peace over chaos.

Delete that number again. This time, don’t just erase it from your phone—erase it from your mind.
Sonofgod1990:
I got a call this evening from a new number. I later called the number back and i discovered it was my ex girlfriend that called. Somebody that I i have deleted her number for about 2 years ago due to because she's married.

I asked her how did she get my number she told me that she has my number offhand. I asked her what's the problem she told me that she's missing my something. I asked her what is the something and she said I should stop pretending that i know the thing. I just got tired immediately. Person wife oo someone that got married not up to 2 years. I asked her is your husband not performing well? And she said that the husband is trying but my own is sweeter. She just dey call my number anyhow. I'm just confused.

Why is this girl trying to tempt me why?
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: We're Hiring Content Creator (remote – Female Only) by AngelSlay: 10:55am On Jul 31, 2025
Kikitafrica:
Vacancy is Still Available, Send across your application.
The salary is not commensurate with the JD. Use your personal tools to shoot. No data allowance.
Travel › Re: Tulotulo Village: A Beautiful Desert And Oasis In Yobe by AngelSlay: 10:49am On Jul 31, 2025
Nigeria is blessed with a wide range of beautiful sights:

Zuma Rock (Niger State): Often called the "Gateway to Abuja," it stands at 725 meters tall — taller than Aso Rock and even Uluru in Australia.

Obudu Mountain Resort (Cross River): Located 1,576 meters above sea level, this temperate mountain area rivals European hill stations.

Ikogosi Warm and Cold Springs (Ekiti): A rare natural phenomenon where warm and cold springs meet, side-by-side.

Erin Ijesha Waterfalls (Osun State): A 7-step waterfall nestled in the rainforest — a potential eco-tourism magnet.

Olumo Rock (Ogun State): A historic monument with caves, tunnels, and a panoramic view of Abeokuta.
agbalej:
We have so many beautiful sights in our country Nigeria. We just need a government that will harness this.
Tourism in Nigeria is not a joke — it’s an untapped goldmine.
With the right policies and leadership, it can create millions of jobs, reduce oil dependence, and change how the world sees Nigeria.
Crime › Re: "Nigerians’ NINs, BVNs, Photos Still For Sale Online. I Bought 4 With Just ₦560" by AngelSlay: 10:47am On Jul 31, 2025
BeginsAtHome:
Prof Isah Pantami really screwed the entire process.

I mean, what is all thesehuh
That’s a bit unfair. While Prof. Isa Pantami may not have gotten everything right, he actually played a key role in digitizing many aspects of Nigeria's communications and identity systems. Under his leadership, initiatives like the NIN-SIM linkage, improved broadband penetration, and tech-driven policy reforms were accelerated.

Yes, there were flaws in execution and data privacy remains a concern — but let’s not ignore the groundwork he laid for digital transformation. The real issue is continuity, proper oversight, and implementation by the systems that came after him.
Crime › Re: "Nigerians’ NINs, BVNs, Photos Still For Sale Online. I Bought 4 With Just ₦560" by AngelSlay: 10:45am On Jul 31, 2025
You're absolutely right, and this is a global issue that’s deeper than most people realize. In fact, data breaches and identity theft are some of the fastest-growing cybercrimes in the world. What many people don’t know is that personal data is a hot commodity on the dark web. Emails, passwords, passport numbers, driver’s licenses, full bank credentials — all these can be purchased for as little as a few dollars.

Many of the data breaches that feed the dark web aren’t even from poorly secured local websites, but from major international platforms that store massive amounts of user information. Once breached, hackers extract, compile, and resell this information — often to fraudsters across the globe, including Nigeria.

Yahoo boys and scammers don’t always “hack” in the traditional sense — many simply buy leaked data from these dark web markets and then use phishing techniques or social engineering to scam their targets. It’s big business, and a lot of these dark web marketplaces are run by Russian and Eastern European cybercrime syndicates, or Asian blackhat groups who are extremely sophisticated.

Even with efforts by organizations like the FBI, Interpol, and Europol, every time one dark web marketplace is shut down, five new ones pop up. It’s like trying to kill weeds with scissors — they keep growing back.

So yes, as much as tech has helped the world, the downside is that our digital footprints can be exploited. People really need to be cautious about where they enter personal details. Not every website or online form is safe. Sometimes these platforms are fake fronts designed specifically to steal your identity.
PulaPower:
Not just NIN..

Passport, Bank informations are being sold on dark webs. Nigeria own is still even small compare to what USA is facing regarding dark webs..

How do you think yahoo boys do get people’s information? They do buy it. There’s no country’s passport, bank informations etc that you want to buy online that you won’t see..

These dark webs are usually own by Asians, Russians & Europeans. Fbi has tried to close down as many dark webs as they can but they’re just too plenty in circulation... As much as technology is good, it also has disadvantages and here are some of the disadvantages..

If you’re fond of using your personal informations to apply for things online, you need to be careful. Most of the time, hackers do design platforms to steal your informations and you wouldn’t know..
Crime › Re: "Nigerians’ NINs, BVNs, Photos Still For Sale Online. I Bought 4 With Just ₦560" by AngelSlay: 10:41am On Jul 31, 2025
PlasmaTV:
Our private information is literally been sold for cents under this government. This is not the first time that people are calling out this thing, and absolutely nothing has been done.

The money that has been budgeted for building databases and security has been swallowed by individuals. Millions of dollars fa.

Sometimes, I wonder why Nigeria is so corrupt. Almost every public individual has corruption entrenched. Sad
The Digital Puppet Strings – How the West is Using Social Media to Monitor and Control Nigerians

What if I told you that every time you log into Facebook, send a DM on Instagram, or tweet your frustrations on X (formerly Twitter), you're feeding a global surveillance machine carefully crafted not just to monitor—but manipulate?

Let’s go deeper…

🎯 The Theory:

1. The “Free App” Trap: Western intelligence agencies, working hand-in-hand with Big Tech, have created social media platforms that appear "free" but actually serve as data harvesting machines. Every post you like, every message you send, every photo you upload is analyzed by advanced AI. They know your interests, your fears, your political leanings—even your likely next move.

2. Digital Colonization via APIs: Through backdoors in app APIs and "agreements" with African governments, these companies have unfettered access to Nigeria’s digital bloodstream. Our national ID databases, SIM registration info, BVNs, and even NINs are slowly being funneled through compromised systems—some “accidentally” hosted on Western servers. Coincidence? Or part of a long game?

3. The Budget Laundering Loop: Here's the kicker—millions of dollars are budgeted for “digital infrastructure,” “data privacy,” and “cybersecurity.” But where does the money go? Into the pockets of elites who sign shady contracts with foreign firms. These firms, in turn, sell the same data they were supposed to protect back to intelligence networks and advertisers. It’s a loop. A digital laundering scheme dressed as progress.

4. The Silent Algorithmic Censorship: Ever notice how certain types of political content disappear faster than others? Or how whistleblowers in Nigeria suddenly get shadow-banned or "violated community guidelines"? That’s not random. It’s programmed suppression. Our dissent is being curated, filtered, and—when necessary—erased. Not always by local actors, but by algorithmic decisions made in California or London.

5. Why Nigeria? Nigeria is Africa’s largest democracy, its largest market, and one of its loudest voices online. If you can influence Nigerian opinion, you can influence Africa’s trajectory. That’s why there’s a quiet race to dominate our minds—digitally. And they’re winning.

The Goal?

Control the future without firing a single shot. Through your screen. Through your own words.

They don’t need to jail you anymore—they just need your data. They don’t need to conquer you—they just need to know what you love, hate, and fear... then they can sell it back to you, weaponized.

Stay paranoid. That "targeted ad" might be the least dangerous thing you're seeing.
Health › Re: People That Prefer Injection Than Swallowing Drugs by AngelSlay: 10:30am On Jul 31, 2025
While it's true that everyone has their own preferences, it's incorrect to generalize that most people prefer injections over oral medication. Preference often depends on context—some people choose injections because they believe it's faster or more effective, especially in emergencies. But for others, especially those with past traumatic experiences (like the repeated injections and lingering chlorine taste you mentioned), pills are far less triggering and easier to manage.

Pain—both physical and emotional—can shape our choices more than we realize. So rather than dismissing someone's preference as just "subjective," it’s more accurate to say it’s personal, shaped by experience, trauma, and sometimes survival. Not all preferences are rooted in comfort—some are rooted in coping.
xpress:
This initial assertion is just wrong. I don't like drugs, my mother doesn't like drugs. A lot of people prefer injection. Your preference is subjective

--

I think it comes down to physical and mental pain at times... +30 years and the taste of chlorine is still in my mouth haunting me anytime I think of drugs

The multiple +10 strokes I received in primary 6 are just distant memories now
Health › Re: People That Prefer Injection Than Swallowing Drugs by AngelSlay: 8:38am On Jul 31, 2025
RollinTNDA:
I had this babe that told me she rather take 3 injections than to swallow pill or drug

Till this day I dey fear that girl.
How can you say you prefer needle piercing you over just simple swallow of medicinehuh

Is this a red flag??
Does it mean she like pain or BDSM

Can someone please try make this make sense
My brother, that’s not just a red flag — that’s a whole ambulance siren.

How do you say you’d rather get pierced by 3 injections than swallow 1 small paracetamol? Is it that the pill insulted her ancestors?

Let’s break it down:

Normal person: “I hate injections o!”

Your babe: “Bring 3 needles, I can’t swallow sweet-coated pill.”
→ Who hurt her?? 😭


Now, does this mean she’s into pain or lowkey BDSM? Not necessarily.
But it does suggest:

She may have a high pain tolerance (which can be hot or scary, depending on how you look at it)

She could be traumatized by pills (some people gag or fear choking)

Or… she’s just built different


But bros, your fear is valid.
If person dey smile as needle dey enter arm, you no go lock your door well? 😭

Final thought: It’s not a red flag unless pain becomes her love language.
Until then, it’s just a very interesting preference. 😂
Romance › Re: Can You Stay In A Relationship For Five Years Without Cheating Sexually? by AngelSlay: 8:37am On Jul 31, 2025
cutecommend:
Ask yourself sincerely on this question. As a guy or lady, can you stay in a relationship for 5 years without cheating sexually? This could be marriage or relationship leading to marriage...

You may have heard people say "we have been together for 5 years" e.t.c. If so, where they faithful throughout the five years?

Rate yourself if you can stay in a relationship or marriage for 5 years.
Before you ask "Can someone stay faithful for 5 years?"—ask instead:
"Why do we assume 5 years of faithfulness is impossible?"

People brag about loyalty in friendships, jobs, even sports teams.
But when it comes to love and commitment, we suddenly treat self-control like rocket science?

Yes, 5 years is a long time. Temptations exist. Life happens.
But discipline, values, emotional maturity, and intentionality still exist too.

Let’s stop making cheating seem like an inevitable milestone.
There are men and women who stayed 5 years faithful—some 10, some 20. It’s not loud, but it’s real.

So, rate yourself not just by your urges, but by your principles.
Can you stay faithful for 5 years? If your answer is no, ask why?
And if your answer is yes, ask what systems or mindset will help you keep that promise?

Faithfulness isn't about being perfect—it’s about being committed, even when it’s hard.
Your capacity to be loyal might say more about your character than your partner.
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: Jobs with accommodation or House �️ hunters by AngelSlay(op): 7:31pm On Jul 30, 2025
Shared Room Available – Ajah (Self-Contain BQ)

A brand new self-contain BQ is available for a shared room arrangement in Ajah.

Total Rent: ₦1.2M

Your Share: ₦600,000

Type: Self-contain (BQ)

Condition: Brand new (you may need to bring your own furniture and appliances)

Landlady: Lives abroad, but her main house is in front of the BQ.



If you’re interested in getting a house in Ogwa, there’s someone here who has found a place with a total package of ₦1.2 million (₦900k rent). She’s already ready with her half.

If you’re also ready with your own half, I can connect both of you so you can meet and rent the house together.

📲 If interested, please text/call: the number on the first post
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: Are You Unemployed Or Even Underemployed? Please Come In by AngelSlay(op): 4:13pm On Jul 27, 2025
Happy Sunday 😊
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: Jobs with accommodation or House �️ hunters by AngelSlay(op): 4:10pm On Jul 27, 2025
Location: Gbagada, Lagos (Good access to the Island & major parts of Lagos)
💰 Rent: ₦2.2M
💼 Total Package: ₦3.5M (includes agency, caution, legal, etc.)

Features:
• Spacious 2-bedroom & 3-bedroom flats available
• No POP ceiling
• Not painted white (you can repaint if you like)
• Very big kitchen – perfect if you cook or meal prep a lot
• Secure and decent area

💡 Great for 2 or 3 clean, working ladies looking to split rent and stay somewhere functional.
Depending on your group, each person may pay from ₦1.1M–₦1.75M for the full package.

+234 907 168 3675
Family › Re: The Harsh Reality Of African Women In Abusive Marriages by AngelSlay: 12:45pm On Jul 27, 2025
Nnamdipapa:
My interactions with ladies, I have come to realize the reason most are stuck in an abusive marriage are due to financial reasons. That is why I always advice single ladies to take careers very seriously, more serious than religion or marriage. A successful woman always has a lot of options and if already married, hold off before having kids and learn a good skill that will bring in money and career or getting a good job before the kids start coming.

It is easier and better to go on a maternity leave and to give birth than getting a new job as a mother with kids.
Financial independence is undeniably powerful and can offer a woman more options and freedom in marriage, reducing the causes of abusive marriages primarily to finances overlooks deeper psychological, emotional, and social factors that often keep women stuck.

1. Emotional Bonding and Trauma Bonds: Many women, regardless of their financial standing, stay in abusive marriages due to emotional manipulation, fear, low self-esteem, or hope that their partner will change. These trauma bonds can be harder to break than financial dependence.

2. Religious and Cultural Conditioning: For many women, religion and culture shape their sense of duty, shame, and loyalty — making it incredibly difficult to leave, even when they can afford to. In some faith communities, divorce is heavily stigmatized.

3. Children as a Strong Anchor: It's not just about money — some women stay for the children. They fear destabilizing their kids’ lives, losing custody, or exposing them to broken family dynamics. A woman can have a six-figure income and still choose to stay because of her kids.

4. Financial Independence Isn’t Always Freedom: Not all financially independent women leave. Some high-earning women still endure abuse — whether physical, emotional, or psychological — because abuse isn’t always about money, it's about control, fear, shame, and sometimes identity loss.

5. Overemphasizing Career May Backfire: Advising young women to prioritize career over religion or marriage can unintentionally lead to imbalance. A more holistic message might be: pursue purpose, develop emotionally, build spiritual strength, and grow professionally — because success in one area doesn't immunize you from failure in others.

6. Life Isn't Always Linear or Predictable: Holding off on kids to “first get a job or learn a skill” makes sense logically, but life often throws curveballs — infertility, layoffs, illness, burnout. While planning is smart, overplanning based on fear of abuse may breed anxiety and rigidity.

In summary, financial empowerment is essential, but it must go hand-in-hand with emotional intelligence, support systems, healthy spirituality, and confidence. A woman with money but no courage, vision, or self-worth may still be stuck — and so the solution must be comprehensive, not just economic.
Politics › Re: Nigeria Now Spends Less Than 50% Of Revenue On Debt From 97% by AngelSlay: 12:32pm On Jul 27, 2025
lionshare:
Again, in the same order:

You are making assumptions without facts. Reserves are not held underground. There was a time JP Morgan disagreed with our CBN on the reserves under Emefiele. So, until a reputable outfit disagrees with the CBN's net reserve of $23B, it's only logical to stick with the CBN's figures — unless, of course, you can provide a reputable source disputing them. Besides, we have seen stability in the exchange rate, which is a testament to more robust reserves.

Companies listed on the NGX don’t operate on the moon. Their progress or decline, en masse, is a reflection of the state of the economy. Moreover, they are employers of labor, creating value for the people. They also have vendors, contractors, and SMEs who benefit from their success. Yes, inflation is high, but it has been moderating downward since the last quarter of 2024.

You are right — sentiments can move the market, but only fundamentals can drive sustained growth, as we have seen in the market since 2023.
1. On Foreign Reserves and Transparency
While the CBN claims Nigeria’s net reserves are around $23 billion, the figure itself tells only part of the story. Net reserves often include non-liquid assets, currency swaps, and encumbered funds that are not readily available for defending the naira or meeting import obligations.

This was precisely the concern raised by JP Morgan in 2022, when it estimated that only $3.7 billion of Nigeria’s reserves were truly liquid. The rest, it said, was tied up in derivatives and FX forwards. The CBN, under Emefiele, never transparently disclosed how much of the reserves were truly usable, and this lack of clarity persists today.

Until the CBN publishes audited breakdowns, it is not irrational for analysts and institutions to remain skeptical — especially given Nigeria’s history of opaque reporting.

2. Exchange Rate Stability ≠ Strong Reserves
Short-term exchange rate stability can be engineered through temporary capital controls, aggressive interest rates, or even suspension of FX demand (e.g., via import restrictions or FX rationing).

A relatively stable naira over a few months doesn’t necessarily reflect robust reserves. Forex backlogs still exist, and access to dollars remains limited in many sectors. Many importers and manufacturers still rely on the parallel market, where rates remain significantly higher than the official window — a clear sign that the market remains under pressure.

3. NGX Performance ≠ Economic Well-being
Yes, companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) are not on the moon, but equities can rally even in a weak economy. Why?

Many NGX-listed firms (e.g., Dangote Cement, Seplat, Airtel) earn foreign currency or have pricing power, making them relatively immune to local inflation.

The rally since 2023 has been partly driven by institutional repositioning, limited investment alternatives, and a search for real returns amid high inflation — not necessarily broad-based economic growth. While listed companies are important employers and contributors to the economy, over 90% of Nigeria’s labor force is in the informal sector or SMEs, most of which don’t benefit from the NGX boom and are struggling under FX volatility, energy costs, and weak consumer demand.

4. Inflation Moderation Must Be Viewed in Context
Yes, headline inflation has started moderating in late 2024. But:

Food inflation remains stubbornly high.

Real wages have declined.

Consumer confidence is still weak.

In fact, recent “moderation” is more reflective of base effects than strong economic policy results.

5. Fundamentals Still Need Rebuilding
You’re right — fundamentals drive long-term growth. But many of Nigeria’s fundamentals are still under stress:

Debt service to revenue ratio remains concerning.

Oil production is yet to fully rebound.

The power sector and security concerns continue to hamper productivity.

The trust deficit between policymakers and citizens/investors is still very real.

Progress has been made, there is no room for complacency. Market performance and temporary exchange rate stability must be seen in the broader context of structural challenges. The call is not to discredit the CBN’s figures outright — but to demand transparency, interrogate the numbers, and stay grounded in the lived economic realities of most Nigerians.
Politics › Re: Nigeria Now Spends Less Than 50% Of Revenue On Debt From 97% by AngelSlay: 12:28pm On Jul 27, 2025
Why Fuel Subsidy Removal in Nigeria Was Considered Necessary

1. Too Expensive to Sustain:
Nigeria spent ₦4–6 trillion annually on subsidies, more than education and health combined. This caused budget deficits, borrowing, and underinvestment in infrastructure.

2. Benefited the Rich More:
Wealthier Nigerians consumed more fuel and gained more from the subsidy. The poor suffered the most from the resulting inflation and poor public services. Smuggling to neighboring countries worsened the problem.

3. Corruption Was Rampant:
Fraud, ghost fuel imports, and fake companies plagued the subsidy system.

4. Global and Local Experts Warned for Years:
The IMF, World Bank, and Nigerian economists urged its gradual removal, calling it fiscally irresponsible.

5. Past Attempts Failed:
Jonathan (2012) and Buhari (2020) tried and failed to remove it fully. Tinubu removed it abruptly in 2023.

Why you and Nigerians Oppose It:

- Poor timing (high inflation, unemployment).
- No social safety nets or alternatives.
- Widespread distrust in how savings will be used.

What Should Have Been Done Differently:

- Gradual phase-out,
- Strong public communication,
- Welfare programs (cash transfers, public transport),
- Local refinery development,
- Transparent use of savings.

Subsidy removal makes economic sense, but the way it was done hurt ordinary Nigerians the most — with no cushion to soften the blow.
lexy2014:
where are you people getting this information that removal of fuel subsidy was necessary?
1. Saudi Arabia: Gradually removed subsidies with strong government support and cash transfers to citizens.

2. Iran: Still subsidizes but uses a rationing system and gives cash payments to help the poor.

3. UAE: Fully deregulated fuel prices since 2015 and invested in public transport.

4. Angola: Recently removed subsidies; now introducing cash transfers to reduce the shock.

5. Venezuela: Kept fuel extremely cheap, leading to economic collapse, smuggling, and fuel shortages.

🟩 Nigeria’s Approach (Compared to Others)

- Removed subsidy suddenly, with little or no relief programs.
- Still importing fuel, making prices very high.
- Citizens don’t trust the government to use savings well.
- No working refineries, poor public transport, and weak safety nets.

Key Lesson: Subsidy removal isn’t bad by itself — but without proper planning, support, and alternatives, it hits citizens hard. Other countries eased the pain with cash transfers, gradual timing, and real reforms. Nigeria skipped that part.
Family › Re: Why Are Mothers Like This? by AngelSlay: 12:20pm On Jul 27, 2025
wink
Aifrobeats:
Wow this made my eye teary, thank you 🙏
Family › Re: Riddle by AngelSlay: 12:20pm On Jul 27, 2025
AllBlack:
stop smoking weed
I think 🤔 you should stop taking crack
Celebrities › Re: Sometimes I Cook In Enugu And Waybill It To Lagos For My Man – Blessing CEO by AngelSlay: 7:46pm On Jul 24, 2025
Blessing CEO's gesture of sending cooked food from Enugu to Lagos may seem romantic, but it's impractical and questionable. The delivery can cost over ₦80,000 — more than some Nigerians earn monthly — and poses serious food safety risks due to long transit times. It also reinforces outdated gender roles, where women go to extreme lengths to prove love. In reality, commitment should be mutual and thoughtful, not measured by dramatic or unsustainable acts. In other news, I think she's lying.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ... 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 (of 49 pages)