Furor over Made in Aba Shoes. ChiBoy Global Investment in conjunction with a team of investors who wish to be anonymous, offers 3years donation of Shoes & Pans to Reno Omokri!

Recently, former Presidential aide Reno Omokri had been trending on social media over what ordinarily should not be: an old shoe clearly lacking maintenance and mostly likely in a state of ruin.
For one, Reno Omokri is a former aide to the highest political office in Nigeria, and as usual, Nigerians expected to see him in a state pack full of chaste and quality. We understand things are tough for everyone, and spending caution ought to be donned always. However, things quickly got out of hand when a member of the Obidient family smartly spotted what looks like a shoe in a state of ruin, and attempted to mock Reno Omokri.

We understand the bad blood between or beef between these fellows, but Reno Omokri always one to overdo and lacking restrain when issues pertaining to Igbos or Obidients is involved, attempted to belittle the mighty industrial prowess of Enyimba City cobblers aka Aba Shoe Makers.


While we appreciate the efforts, if truly, Reno Omokri makes in promoting Made in Aba Shoes, we also would like to caution him on his reckless statements which amounts to Cyber bullying of an industrial Brand, which if not nibbed is capable of attracting steep punishment if we decide to push further and press forward.

We indeed understand that every country and region of the world builds products according to the purchasing power of her citizens. It's very fair to see high quality and low quality products in China, Italy, India and even the USA....these doesn't in any way demean or devalue their production capacity, neither does it in any way restrict anyone from going, according to their pockets, for high quality products. The goods one chooses to buy is a reflection of their pocket and should not in any way be misconstrued as a generality for all products.

Made in Aba products comes in different prices and quality each targeting specific social status of the citizens, this said, if someone chooses to buy products designed exclusively for those in the lowest social ladder, that necessarily should not be the worry of our hardworking technicians or cobblers.

As part of our efforts in revamping the economy of Abia state, the South East and Nigeria in general we will like to make a modest donation of high quality made in Aba shoes and slipper products to Reno Omokri as a goodwill gesture to test the quality of our products. A pack of shoes and pans per year for three years! Perhaps, this will clear all doubts as to the quality and durability of our products!

Kindly tell pass this msg to Reno Omokri to contact us for Redemption of our donation!

God bless Aba.
God bless Abia State
God bless South East.
God bless Nigeria.

Chijindu Ogbodo
For ChiBoy Global Investments


"Dear Chidozie,

Thank you for your feedback. That is a made-in-Aba shoe that I bought to help promote the local economy in Abia State. I appealed to the public to help me get an Aba-made cobbler. It went viral. And the man made this for me.

However, if you and the many people from that part of Nigeria feel the shoes are useless, as they said in your comment section, I will defer to your knowledge about your own workmanship, and discard them and purchase made-in-Kano shoes. I am 100% certain that Nigerians from the Northwest will not mock me for patronising their products as part of my #GrowNairaBuyNaija campaign. Such acts are not in their nature.

Actually, they make better shoes, but I wanted to be nationalistic and wear something from at least one geopolitical zone. My usual hat is from the Northeast. My fabric is usually from the Northwest or Southwest. My embroidery is always done in the North-Central. My walking stick and corals are from the South-South. And my shoes used to be from the Southwest. But I now know better.

Thanks again, Chidozie, and may God bless you"

It's that time of the year when the Nordics bubbles with kaleidoscope of activities. The winter was not too harsh on residents, rather it was employers of labor that had a somewhat harsh winter economically, as the new Immigration rules means "tightened" requirements for labors employed from a so called "3rd countries" From mighty giants like Tesla experiencing while the Scandinavian is one of the best places on earth, to little known companies running up & down trying to fill in middle cadre staff from 3rd countries.

No worries. Good news is coming!

Did they not tell him to relinquish power? Did they not give him enough sign that he is not wanted in the power click? Was he not disgraced enough, but he find his feloow corrupt buddies in INEC & judiciary led by the cripple white bearded CJN......oya lead well, na to dey bulablu! What a shameless old grandpa that should at best be at a home for elders with criminal past!

bluefilm:


I have a feeling it is an economic sabotage on a larger scale on the international stage.

Just that Nigeria is caught up in the web as one of the unfortunate victims

But be that as it may, the present government is going to be blamed no matter what.

Naira is heading to 2500NGN to dollar! Asiwaju, patch patch CBN gov & his full economy at the rate they are going, will beat PwC projections by a wide margin! PwC say na by 2025 naira go hit 2500 to a dollar, but the way it appears now with these bunch of clueless misfits, naira will clock 2500 before 2024 FY ends!

Economic Statistics is different from Bulablu economics of agberoism, sycophancy, snatch, grab & run with it!

Asiwaju get mind, see wetin reach the Igbos going by way of equity, he get mind go collect am......na this one he go know say, the gentility of a tiger is never an act of cowardice!

You can use the google or search the internet...allthe best!

InfinixMine:


Hello Calm Travels,
Could you kindly assist with url links for job adverts?

Summer is fast approaching and its pertinent we double up our pace to make it! Keep the inquires coming!!!!

The Swedish Migration Agency recently revamped its work permit processing model, prioritizing the swift processing of applications from highly skilled international professionals.

This was made effective as at January the 29th.

The updated system aims to address Minister Malmer Stenergard’s concerns regarding prolonged processing times impeding Sweden’s talent attraction and retention efforts. The previous “certified process” for large companies, initially involving 20 companies but expanding to 640, was found inadequate, leading to inefficiencies and delays.

Furthermore, it also seeks to address concerns regarding prolonged processing times that have affected Sweden’s ability to attract and retain talented individuals, thus maintaining its competitiveness.

According to the former Migration Agency director-general Mikael Ribbenvik who had advocated for this reform, it emphasizes the need to focus on attracting highly skilled workers

According to him, this targeted approach will empower Sweden to compete effectively in the global talent arena.

Faster processing time through categorization
To achieve faster processing, the Agency will introduce a revised application sorting system.

Applications for work permits will be categorized into four groups (A-D), with Category A getting priority. By also sorting based on occupation and industry, applications can be ready for decision-making, thus speeding up the overall process

Applications falling under Category A will be processed by specialized international recruitment units, ensuring a maximum processing time of 30 days.

Better support for employees
In addition to expediting processing, the Agency will provide specialized assistance for employers seeking highly skilled personnel, offering:

Tailored customer service: Available via phone, email, and potentially in-person consultations.

Project-specific aid: Extra support for significant ventures with substantial recruitment demands, such as battery manufacturers and newly established steel plants in Norrland.

Industry involvement: Ongoing partnerships with industry and employer associations to meet their informational requirements and enhance application accuracy.

Driving Sweden’s competitiveness
The Swedish Migration Agency’s new work permit processing model marks a significant stride towards attracting and retaining international talent. By prioritizing highly qualified individuals, streamlining application procedures, and bolstering support for employers, the Agency endeavors to uphold Sweden’s competitiveness as a preferred destination for skilled professionals.

Thanks for the compliment. The world is a place of all possibilities!

Sputnik12345:


I love your posts. Keep it up!
I'm an aspiring data analyst. Can I get an entry level job in sweden?

That's a tidy sum for three persons; two adults and a kid to live upon in Sweden's most expensive city; Stockholm. I'd say it really worth if the person is not a spendrift

victory148:
What do you think of a job that has 50000SEK Gross salary per month for a family with one child say in Vasteras, upsala or stockholm? Is it worth it?
CC:@CalmTravels

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Thousands of illegal migrants earmarked for Rwanda flights have gone awol....... ;DThey don japa from Japa!

Official documents show that only 700 of original 5,000 people earmarked for deportation are in ‘regular contact’ with Home Office.

The vast majority of illegal migrants originally identified for removal on asylum flights to Rwanda have gone awol, it has emerged.

Official documents show that only 700 of the original 5,000 people earmarked for deportation are still in “regular contact” with the Home Office.

Home Office officials suggest that only 100 to 150 of these could be detained for the first flights, depending on absconding rates. They admitted the department has “limited capability” to locate migrants once they have left Home Office accommodation.

The risk of migrants absconding, and fresh challenges by their lawyers, have been identified by officials as the biggest threats to getting them onto planes to Rwanda. It could mean officials are left with few or no people for the first flight, according to the documents.

Rishi Sunak has set a target to get the first flights off to Rwanda by the spring if he can get his Bill paving the way for deportations through Parliament.

The Bill blocks systemic legal challenges to the Rwanda policy, disapplies parts of the Human Rights Act and gives ministers powers to ignore injunctions by European judges.

However, he is facing a revolt this week by more than 50 Tory MPs who believe the legislation does not go far enough and have backed amendments to toughen it.


The documents suggest officials are operating a twin-track approach, which would aim to deport both migrants from the 5,000-strong group originally identified before last year’s Illegal Migration Act got Royal assent and those detained on arrival in the UK once the Act has been operationalised.

Some insiders believe officials should prioritise the new arrivals because it would have the biggest deterrent effect if migrants knew they were going to be detained for deportation to Rwanda as soon as they landed in the UK .

However, the documents set out a detailed risk register that the Government will face in its attempts to get the first flight off. Flights have been grounded since June 2022, when the European Court of Human Rights issued an 11th hour Rule 39 injunction to block the first.

The register says the first risk is that Home Office officials do not locate or detain enough migrants and face legal challenges, meaning they have “few/none” for a flight to Rwanda.

The second identifies the tricky logistics of transferring migrants from immigration removal centres to the airfield, which could be disrupted by protests, bad weather conditions or commercial contractors responsible for the flight or escorting the asylum seekers refusing to do the job.

It has been reported that the Home Office is seeking to use Ministry of Defence planes as a contingency, although the military is said to be resisting the move.

The third risk is of Rwanda not being ready for arrivals, including a lack of legal representation and support for deported migrants or an inadequate service.

The document suggests this could result in migrants being returned to the UK although the new treaty with Rwanda, signed last month, aims to plug those gaps by bolstering the Rwandan legal system with additional expert judges and training.

“High risk” threats to flights are listed as an increased numbers of migrants absconding before they are placed in detention for deportation, meaning the first flight could be delayed if there are insufficient numbers.

The second is Rule 39 injunctions imposed by the European Court of Human Rights, which could see migrants bailed and insufficient numbers left in detention for flights.

Yvette Cooper, shadow Home Secretary, said: “This is more evidence of Tory chaos on asylum and immigration. Their extortionate and failing Rwanda plan is already costing the taxpayer up to £400 million without a single person being sent, and now we learn that thousands who were due to go have ‘gone missing’.

‘‘This is presumably on top of the 17,000 people the Home Office’s Permanent Secretary acknowledged had disappeared from backlog. It’s time the Prime Minister and Home Secretary got a grip on the mess they have created,’’ Ms Cooper said.

“Instead of wasting even more time and money on the Rwanda scheme that no one believes will work, the Conservatives should adopt Labour’s plan of going after the criminal smuggling gangs making millions from small-boat crossings and speeding up removals by recruiting 1,000 additional staff to form a new fast-track returns unit,” she said.

POLICY UPDATE.

Calm Travels has a refund policy where by you get refunds for any of the services we failed to deliver within the agreed timeline or after the embassy or consulate has made a positive or negative decision on any case, or after an appeal to migration court. This is aside, the usual statutory payments we make. We do not buy nor sell visas. Granting of visas is the sole perogative of the Embassy. What we do is explore hidden processes & strategies to convience the embassy to grant the application, legally. We do not bribe, coerce or armtwist embassy officials to favor or grant the application of our clients, even though that one follow. This is the reason why we are better, more transaprent and progressive than other Travel Agencies. Also, we do not accept 100% down payment. The most we accept is 60% down deposit and an unwritten guarantee to make the balance available prior to travelling. Consultancy fees are NON REFUNDABLE.

We understand that getting a migration visa is not same as walking into the Mall and buying apples. It involves processes,and we, as a responsible Travel Company has pledged to abide on this. The paper work we submit on behalf of cliets is top notch, genuiene and meets Embassy standards, and we expect client to tender, genuiene documents to us too to pursue their application.

Thanks.
Calm TravelsMigration Advisory Team.

Ok. I think you should get a response within the next 24 hrs.

vastolord4:

No.. I just want to confirm what information I'll get from your company when I subscribe!

Hello. Sorry for the delay in replying your mail. We receive a minimum of 100 mails per day. Our Travel Consultancy is not limited to Sweden only, but rather to other Schengen areas as well. I will communicate a reminder for your mail to be attended to. Do you have a Case Number yet?!

vastolord4:
Calm Travels, I emailed you and I got an invoice for jsa and sga respectively, which is ok by me but my issue is will my options be only limited to sweden? And you haven't replied the latest email

Kenyans are thieves...... we know them in East Africa. recently a Kenyan tried to collect the company a Rwandan set up in Kenya, because he used him to fill the requirement for local partner. The Company has an investment of more $40,000 which the Rwandan wired to him. As the Company picked up in the Market, the crook tried to collect the company from him. That is how they behave.

ppforte:


true, they will Bleep your business up and take it over, heard stories like that b4, or the ladies or partner will trick you and deport you.

I always tell Nigerians dont just go to kenya...... First come to Rwanda, i help you register your business and get you a work permit. With your PR, you are entitle to 90 free access to Kenya without any corrupt immigration personel saying shit. And this access to Kenya, you wont pay for visa..... Kenya can not deport you even if you over stay the 90 days. Once the 90 days is about to complete, just take a bus to back to Rwanda, and go back...you get another 90 days free access to kenya.

We have helped a lot of Nigerians through this way and as i write, they are all in nairobi running the deals and enjoying what they went there for. But if you make the mistake of just heading straight to Kenya, firstly i guarantee you it ont be a good experience except you have money to continue bribing them. And be ready to bribe even your landlord, your girl friend, everyone.....

Business opportunities is something you have to go see, analyze and decide for your self based on your capabalities for instance, available capital, skills, time etc. On a personal note, i will not advise a Nigerian to go live or set up a business in Kenya.

stunnert:
What are the business opportunities in Kenya?

In all my travels, i thought nigerian police are the worse thieves on earth, until you meet a Kenyan police or immigration. While i give kudos to the Nigerian police & immigration for sometimes been smart in trying to extort you, the kenyan ones are quite dumb! The moment they see a Nigeria, they will feel you have oil wells in your pocket. Such a shameless place to go anyway! . Beside their ladies, there is nothing worth going to Kenya for.

Kindly go with hidden camera, and snap the crooks.

igboarenice:
Nigerians should beware of all those useless Kenya immigration officers and Police milling around the JKIA

They are extremely corrupt officers once you are nigerian they believe you owe them

Asylum in Swedwn and Europe at large, without prior extenuating circumstances is not somwthing i will adice anyone even though the freebies is tempting. But what do i know?

cocolacec:


The reason why most of these asylum seekers fail to make a headway is because the asylum process is rigged in favour of less educated individuals.

As an asylum seeker, if you are highly educated,Migrationsverket will reject your case compared to less educated fellow
when it comes to humanitarian grounds/weak cases.

A succesful asylum application is a way to make a fast headway in Europe.From the day you set foot in Migrationsverket,you get housing and little allowance till the application is granted.

After grant of permit,you get the same treatment like the citizens like housing,education,allowances,Papa/Mama kedig,internship,citizenship after 4 years and 3 years for stateless persons.Only lazy persons or less educated fellows cant grab such opportunity.

There are some iraqi doctors,IT experts who got into the job market very early than other categories of visas.
When i was in Sweden,I met some asylum seekers with children who continued to live in migrationsverket housing for 10-20 years awaiting deportation.Some were later granted Residence and some deported like criminals.
Syrians,Eritreans,Ukrainians are the greatest beneficiary of the Asylum system in Sweden.

I learnt from the Arabs that Asylum is not a complicated process,if you seek a legal advice first before going to Migrationsverket to table your case.

I always know gentlemen like this, will deliver... kudos sir!

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So long its Schengen member country, its far better than middle east, most Asia or African countries in terms of goodies that makes life worth living.

hammed71:
true France which was once an immigration friendly country is now tightening it. Would you advise someone go to Portugal?

Kenya receives first visa-free arrivals at JKIA

First batch of visa-free travelers at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Kenya has today received the first batch of Visa-free arrivals through the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).

Immigration Principal Secretary Julius Bitok said they have received over 5,000 ETA applications and approved at least 2,100 of those.

According to the PS, visitors are required to apply for the ETA via the e-Citizen platform, at a cost of Sh4,600. Applications will take up at least 72 hours to be approved.

Travellers are encouraged to apply for the ETA at least three days before their travel for eligibility.

“Arrivals will fill in their data which takes less than ten minutes. They will then get approval within 72 hours,” said Bitok.

Further, proper security systems have been put in place to ensure that no visitors pose security threats.
eCitizen revenue collection surpasses Sh900m in a day.

Some of the passengers who arrived during the reception of the first batch of visa-free travelers at JKIA.

How to apply

To make an ETA application, one is required to pay Sh4,600 and apply through the e-Citizen platform.

Visitors will then be required to produce a valid passport, a passport-size photo, contact information, an email address and phone number, details of arrival and departure itinerary, accommodation booking confirmation, and a credit or debit card or other means of payment.

Some visitors will also be required to provide financial assets and return flight ticket details based on their citizenship and country of residence.

Further, based on citizenship and travel history, visitors will also need to provide their yellow fever certificates and other vaccination (s) or test results certificates.

If a visitor is making a business visit they will be required to show an invitation letter from the company and a copy or registration of the company.

Those making family visits will need invitation letters from their hosts and an identity card/Passport of the host.

Additionally, those making diplomatic visits will be required to present a Diplomatic passport will be and an official letter from their origin country.

Citizens from the East African Community (EAC) are exempted from the ETA.

Residents of EAC do not need the Electronic Travel Authorization.

And, please when you get to Kenya, be careful with Kenyans, those people are something else when they know you are a Nigerian. They have this mindset that all Nigerians are damn rich, making them use all manner of tactics, good or bad to get something from you.

The year has begun...

For those seeking migration from Africa to Western, Central or Northern Europe, planning is everything. If for instance you want to travel by July, the best time to Begin should be November Last year, the second best time is now!

These are the best route to avoid stories that touch, or having to start seeking asylum:

1. The school route, the easiest but most expensive. But after schooling you still face the task of having to get employment that would file papers for you. If you have money and don't need stress, take that route.

2. Work route. The best, but the hardest because lots of people from Africa and Middle east create bad memories. You must have an employment offer. Your employer must be the one to start the process. However, getting an offer of employment is where the trouble lies. We can try oour best to help as much as possible get menial seasonal jobs. However, I must warn you, it's illegal to buy jobs.

The reason for tightening immigration laws in Europe can be tied up to what two subgroup of people do:
1. People from Middle east, terrorism and gangsterism. Using underage to run hits on fellow gang members. Sometimes innocent bystander are hit too.

2. Africans. These ones try to cheat the system by hording or not remitting money for tax, because they want to send back home to build mansions, or too lazy to continue the hustle, they become disillusioned and stay depending on the goodness of excellent Europe social welfare.

Let share some experiences. I witnessed an assassination attempt on a prison supritendent, a young Swede born by migrant parents from Somalia. A close friend. He was once a gang member, but schooled and got a job with govt as a prison boss. So young to hold such position. It was a blessing as well as a curse. When two rival gang are fighting, they usually target him. The govt is not aware he was a gangster when he was 13. Imagine having to make your former gang members immates keep to rules of prison!
We hide him and called the police. He escaped but because the police was now involved, few days later they caught him and gave him broken bones and limps. Last I heard of him was he moved up North.

This is why Sweden the most immigration friendly country on earth is now tightening loopholes for mostly undocumented immigrants or thereabouts.

When you come here, make sure you work and pay taxes. Don't get involved with freebies. People work their ass off making the freebies available. You too should contribute to the social welfare system!

Tack!

Yes, received.

sylve11:


Okay.

You a mail.

This one +46762944097 is on WhatsApp.
Alternatively, you can shoot us a mail. Someone will attend to your needs.

sylve11:


Good afternoon and happy new year to you.

None of your numbers below is on whatsapp.

Anyway, you have a mail.

Congratulations 🥳🥳🥳🥳 to everyone that started 2024....

The year has begun!

Not bad.... Anything European Union is involve usually stand the test of time due to their high regards for human rights and other perks citizens enjoy.

hammed71:
calm travels what do you think about the proposed Eu talent pool visa

How do you get a job offer in Nigeria? I am done talking with you. Have a good one!

Love800:
How can i get the job offer?

Let me drop this INFORMATION FREE OF CHARGE. Forgive me if i am spoiling some people show.... but its best i say it here.
Anyone who tells you to begin a application without a job offer have you in the place they need you.

For a work visa, be it a nurse, teacher, factory workers, berry pickers, doctors, engineers etc, YOU NEED A JOB OFFER. I do not know for UK, Canada etc, but for Sweden, IT'S A MOST. The application is started by the employer who offered the job. Once the employer plays their part, yours is just formality. In other words, you simply do nothing but make your self available for passport checking, biometrics at an embassy closest to you.

If you care to visit the country websites, you will quickly realize this and work with a company that is prepared to follow the right and proper way of doing things. That way, you will not have to look behind your back.

Then what application do you want to do? Nigerians....lol

Love800:
No

Ok i know the times are hard. But I do not feel pity for any African country, because Europe was far worse than what Africa is, but people came together and enforce a change that they are still enjoying today. Why did i say this? A lot of we Africans are simply good at trying to forcefully open a door even when they know they aint qualify.... I call that thoughtless greediness.

The route for migration to any saner western country is clear. You possibly can't be educated and tell me you have not care to visit the websites of those countries and know first hand if you qualify or what type of route you qualify for. This particular oversight is something i dont take likely. Spend days on the internet researching what you need, by the time you seek help or assistance, you make the job easier for the person.

Do not over rely on prayers. Europe dont rely on prayers or faith or those sort of things we Africans are so used to. if those things are most important, AFRICA - Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, etc would be heaven on earth. If you want to japa, help your self and search for information online. That way, you dont fall into shady travel agencies. At least with the little you research, you will know whether the plug is grounded or not.

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CalmTravels:
Do you have a job offer?