Hey acid,

ideas on How to run a mobile-Kitchen in lagos, would be much appreciated, keke napeps attached to carts would be used to transport the food-items from location to location,also help to advice on it's viability in locations like ikeja,v,i,ikoyi...

thanks.

As a recent graduate entering the job market i knew it wasn't going to be a piece of cake getting a job.
I served with a small telecoms outfit in lagos and kept an open mind about whether i'll be retained or not.
I naturally HATE staying at home doing nothing ,my mates usually ask why i say that, because i believe the home is for resting/sleeping and not for dwelling during the day.
After i official stopped going to work because of the end of the NYSC term. i was forced to stay at home.I learnt that i needed rest and also spent more time with myself assessing all that i did during my time as a corper.
I analyzed all the things i would have done differently if given the chance of a permanent position.
It also allowed me the opportunity to go through numerous Cv's and Skills of some Technological professionals that i emulate and that gave me an overview of the path i would want my career to follow.
I have started reading up on application development for smartphones and also reading enterpreneural articles on how to start small businesses using existing online technological concepts to make a substantial living.I'm not actively waiting for any special 'call' for a 9-5 job. I am investing my little 'allowee' saved during the service year to train and nurture myself to be that well-rounded technology professional i always envisioned.
Hope my story helps others and myself to forge ahead in whatever area they choose to work in.

oya coders in the house,lets apply and see who gets lucky .

Car: 1999 Toyota camry
Fuel consumption: 7000 for a full tank,
Haven't serviced it yet
But the car seller said that I was and reuse the original oil filter that cam with the car
Just a week old but much fun to drive.

Siena:

Bros, even if you be Wakajugbe sef wey dey drive moto from Yola go Las Gidi every two days, no mean say you go dey change engine oil d way you dey do am, hehehe.

On a serious note, it's pointless changing engine oil, without replacing the filter. A dirty oil filter will contaminate the fresh oil as soon as you start the engine. The oil filter on most cars holds on average a quart of oil, which is not removed by draining. It's a false economy. If you change your oil and filter frequently, it should be no more than once every 6 months. Any more frequent is as good as putting your hard-earned money into a blast furnace, and watching it burn.

I change the engine oil and filter every month to allow the engine breathe,I drive like a jackrabbit because of Lagos madness.

ijigbamigb: Seeing what Siena, and Wallie posted here, I think I should stick tight to my tax-free economy, and govt here...

I drive a Corolla LE 2004. V4. Barely 2 years old.
I spend 1500 naira weekly on gas = 6000/monthly = 72,000
3500naira/monthly goes to servicing = 42,000
MOT = NO
Road Tax = there are no taxable roads in Nigeria.
Annual Car Registration = 10,000 (actually covers all taxes)

All makes 124,000 naira in a year. I think that's ok for corper like me.

Otondo to lowo,where u dey serve.

Sorry about that miss,hope it wasn't around yaba, because a friend of mine's corolla was taken from him and they still had the effontry to still shoot him in the stomach.
What was the state of the car? Insured,antitheft security installed?,fuel-cut?
Hope you find her soon . A very lovely car to own.

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Hello Dantitiki,
How much would a
2003-2004 volkswagen golf IV gti
1999-2000(tiny light)Toyota camry
2000 Honda accord (babyboy)
cost here in Nigeria.

Siena:

Is this a Mitsubishi Highlander? Are you retaining the original engine, albeit it's having a rebuild?

No. It's a replacement engine for an 05 toyota Highlander.
I want to completely change the engine .the mechanic said he could open the knocked engine,check the 'mental' and the 'crankshaft' to see if they could be replaced ,so the knocked engine could be saved.
based on your experience handling engines what guarantee would I get that it won't knock again if I change some parts within it? I honestly would prefer a 'tokunbo' replacement so that one doesn't get surprised on thirdmainlandbridge out of being cheap.

Siena:

The cost will depend on the engine. It's not about one that can economise fuel, it's about replacing the bust engine with the same type, that is the correct engine for that particular car.

If you're thinking about buying a car with a dead engine, that would suggest you haven't got the car yet. I would advise you research the model you're interested in, so you can have a better understanding of what engines are available, and what engines are supposed to fit any given model.

Thought the same Siena,
As my Highlander's engine knocked I was in the market for a replacement engine.The parts seller suggested that I buy a 3.0 v6 engine but I insisted that mine was 3.3 v6 engine. In rebuilding back the engine for the Highlander any other pointers I should look out for?.
Also see my 'knack-about'Mobile post' which was intended for you
cheers.

Siena:

Really? What sort of married men? I'm married, and my wife has never dictated what car I buy. She can suggest, and express her desire for a particular model, but unless I like it, it ain't happening. If she suggested a Toyota Camry, I'd politely consider it.

But I won't buy one, regardless.

Hey Siena,
In reference to getting a Toyota camry.my Highlander's engine just knocked and I'm in the market for a 'knack-about'mobile that's below 1.5 mil.
The 1999 Toyota camry(tiny light) is in my radar ,the golf 4 gti 1.8t,the 1999 Honda accord baby boy and the Audi a3/s3 are my choices.Could you give suggestions of the plus sides of each vehicle and what I would enjoy most,should I buy that particular car.
Cheers.

Get an Audi a3 hatchback.very supportive and cool to drive.

The test is one thing,if you pass,what next is the interview by merit or by *connection* hope not.

Nigeria will not Break up,
it will see an inevitable voracious change.

slimyem: just my thoughts!
+100

Slimyem dey find free prick.

Wislet: A man who:

1. No lady can take for granted (can't use food to deal with- assuming he could cook too).

2. Is caring (assuming the wife was indisposed).

3. Is dependable.

4. Is economical (assuming he was a bachelor). Not wasting his money on fast foods.

Ose mami,It's babes like you we desire,you understand us die,will add you now sha,you have to be fine sha

lilkech:
We all know that armed bandits have been laying ambush for unsuspecting motorists and travelers on our highways especially on the lonely stretch of road between the Benin by-pass and the town of Benin itself. I don't think our police force can help out at this particular area of the highway so we need to be prepared for the worst.

They manage to stop vehicles and buses by either throwing objects onto the road directly in the path of your vehicle, pretending to be servicing a broken down vehicle or they just COME OUT GUNS DRAWN AND DANGEROUSLY POINTING IT AT YOUR VEHICLE or worse still BLAZE AT YOU.

Very good suggestion man.
On Sunday at around 8:30pm around the ojudu berger market road I was pulled over and extorted by a lastma and a single police officer

If you are ever unfortunate enough to be stopped by those highway robbers, please take special heed to the advice I wish to give on this thread.

STEP 1

Once you notice the robbers trying to pull your vehicle over, just 'FLOOR IT', unless of course they have their guns already pointed directly at you from afar. In this case 'JUST STOP YOUR VEHICLE' because you wouldn't want to test if their weapons are loaded, or do you? I seriously hope not.

STEP 2

If your vehicle gets pulled over, do not make the mistake of trying to fight your way out of the situation because of the likely consequence (see step 1 above)

STEP 3

Normally at this stage the bandits will commence to quickly search you and the full vehicle for plunder able valuables. If you are in a commuter bus, then the bandits will force the doors open and coerce the passengers to RUN INTO THE BUSH adjacent the lane you were pulled over on (to the right). I prefer to run into the bush also but ON THE OPPOSITE LANE OF THE HIGHWAY or ON THE HIGHWAY ITSELF AWAY FROM THE VEHICLE (if the chance presents itself). If you were robbed on the road itself then forget about the next steps and GET THE HELL OUT OF THERE FAST.

IN THE NEXT STEPS IT IS ASSUMED THAT YOU ARE TRAVELLING ALONE. THIS IS BECAUSE YOU ARE ACTUALLY ON YOUR OWN AT THIS POINT, FORGET 'CROWD MENTALITY' AND USE YOUR BRAIN FROM HERE ON

STEP 4

Once the bandits demand that you run into the bush you can either choose to crouch and whimper in the bus (feint hearted) or dash out from the bus. Please remember to leave your traveling bags and heavy stuff in the bus before leaving it (no matter what you've got in it) as carrying them will slow you down and automatically turn you into a target for the bandits to single out. If you remained in the bus then just sit tight and await the return of the other members of your vehicle from the bush.

NOW IT GETS REALLY SERIOUS AND TRICKY FROM HERE

STEP 5

Once you are out of the bus and dashing into the jungle please DO NOT RUN TOGETHER WITH/ IN THE SAME DIRECTION WITH YOUR CO-PASSENGERS as the crowd mentality will cloud your judgment. You should under no circumstance run MORE THAT A FEW METERS INTO THE BUSH before falling on the ground and LAYING THERE FOR NO MORE THAN 10 MINUTES before getting up and slowly make your way back to the road in another direction from which either you or your co-passengers came into the bush. This is because the bandits will waste no time in plundering the bus/car and then taking off into the same bush themselves.

If you run too far into the bush YOU WILL DEFINITELY ENCOUNTER THE REST OF YOUR CO-PASSENGERS AS WELL AS THE MAIN GANG OF BANDITS (did you really think that the 3 or 4 guys that stopped your vehicle were all the members of the gang? Well, think again) plus you also run the risk of getting lost and losing your handy belongings (phones, wallets, purses e.t.c) in the confusing jungle marathon race that you and others would have participated in.

BUT IF YOU DID RUN DEEP INTO THE JUNGLE OUT OF FEAR, THEN READ ON.

STEP 6

Band together with other members of your vehicle and then coordinate within yourselves to present the bandits with the valuables you can afford to lose (yes, because the robbers MUST find you) and try to find a safe and traceable place to hide the items that you consider of high value to you. Remember to keep little cash for your transport fare aside just in case but remember that YOU MUST PRESENT THE ROBBERS WITH SOMETHING(S) OF TANGIBLE INTEREST TO BE CONSIDERED 'SAFE' AT THIS POINT. Failure to do so might cause the bandits to inflict injuries on you or worse still cost you your life.

Once and after you have been robbed just immediately proceed to make your way back to your vehicle which must still be parked on the highway itself (unless of course your driver has left you behind), THANK THE LORD YOUR GOD and continue with your journey.

Have a nice travel experience and safe journey.

Very nice suggestion man.May We not experience this sad event.


On Sunday at around 8:30 pm at around ojodu-berger market road,I was pulled over and extorted by a lastma and police officer for taking "one way".I took the same road in the afternoon when I went to shop for vegetables but these miscreants weren't there.this is the first time such an event has happened to me.the lastma guy just jumped infront of my car causing me stop immediately and the policeman came to the passenger side of my window and said I should turn my engine off and go and speak to the lastma.I wanted to 'floor it' but I was stuck in a busy market at night packed with okada left and right and people walking around,so I hesitated.as I got out to explain that the road isn't a 'one-way' that I took the same road in the afternoon without anyone pointing out that it was a 'one way' road the policeman snatched my car keys from my hand and proceeded to my driver's seat. I was helpless as my little brother was sitting next to me I decided not to do anything that would jeopardize our safety,I just told them that I was a corper and that the vehicle belonged to my uncle so they should free me.I immediately called my uncle and he suggested I give them any small amount I had,I grudgingly pulled out a tattered 1000 naira note and handed the bastards.before I could say yay,they lept out of the car and gave me my key.

Could anyone give hints on what actions to take when confronted with these kind of evil/greedy people in very tight situations.

NB: I know 1000 was too much to give the pricks but it was the 'wrinklest' note I could lay my hands on at the time.

Ishilove:
Lol. What he is trying to say is so good in bed that once you have had him, other men pale in comparison. He is currently sleeping with his ex and she can't get enough of him. She is a slim,pretty and desirable girl.

All na slangs

Does ishilove meet these standards.if she does,let her pm me her details. 2009 is a long time for Congo not to be shined.

blink182: The man is an exploitative prick. The only thing that can be learnt from im is exploitation.

Why do you say so blink? I was thinking of patronizing him for my first BMW when God provides.
Does getting a tear rubber online beat getting one from him? Pros and cons of getting a Nigerian tear rubber vehicle would do.

etchel: too long to read the whole article. a summary will always do

Short attention span?

dabigwalls: What's this sheet doing on front page please? Ooh because Boko Haram de sleep abi...

You are a slow individual. May your family not fall victim to them.
Should we only concentrate on some irresponsible group of misguided individuals all the time. Don't give them free promo.
Nissan xterra looks like a mean machine from outside. But I prefer my rugged turbo Highlander anyday.

monkeyleg: Good to see people are catching on the over pricing. Apple used to justify this when they own processors and specific hardware. That is no longer the case, there are other very good computers out there for half the price. If you are not doing media related work, then really the cost cannot be justified

You said it all there to be honest.you cannot seriously tell me that you can play games at decent frame rates on the ALMIGHTY MAC. So you guys should stop being illogical fanboys and making it seem like if you haven't used a Mac you haven't used a decent computer yet. When they review the prices based on the hardware and capability they provide then ,I might decide to get one.

damilola15: Apart from functionality, they're sleek and easy on the eye.
I saved-up some time ago to buy a brand new 160GB ipod classic. I felt so reluctant to let go the money that I eventually opted for a higher capacity memory card.

How much did you gets yours for? And where.I intend to get one soon.thanks.

What I can advice is for you to have a regular petrol consuming car,and if there is spare cash laying around,get a hybrid and see how it performs.I see alot of them on lagos roads. both suvs and Toyota camry sedans.

blank: I remember when a guy driving a beat up Pajero scratched the side of my car badly. I couldn't come out of my side neither could i come out of the passenger's side cos of the traffic. I jumped out through the boot with my big belle (was like 6 months pregnant) and grabbed the car's jack on my way down. I had been warning the iidiot for his rough driving and was just too angry.

People started holding me back and telling me to forget it that it was just a scratch, not even a dent. The guy at first was playing dumb before he finally said sorry. God save me that day, dem 4 beat me shege as per the guy looked like someone that can pack a punch. I never told anyone sha cos i was so ashamed of my self. It was a reflex action.

At 6 months you could still fit through the boot,I salute your husband.

190: Good thing is God has been on my side so often that i hardly have accidents

Thanks to BABA GOD and thanks for my BRAND OF MERCEDEZ which i drive

Leggediz Benz or cls 550.

lagcity: chineke! u r dat victoria secret girl (model) abi? what is ya name?

Haha nice one

sucezTP: Though, i'm new on nairaland but, i find dis vry interesting! Sincerely, marriage is nt wat most pple think it is..it's nt d merriments dat matters bt, d way u wil make a gud home afta evry1 has left..lyf afta NYSC shld b gettin a gud job worth livin wit..

True talk SIS,are you single?

Mynd_44:
yeah money first and then punny and the rest

Please what is punny? And there is no romance without finance.how would a relationship survive if you both are corp members.
Most of the girls are lazy and lack foresight.they want everything shap shap,eventually when the guy benches them and goes outside ,they now start asking what does she have that I don't.base point,think deeply before you decide to walk down the aisle.marriage no be see-saw once your in,na till die o!.

ujchief: Thats peer and parental pressure. It didnt start now. Once u're giving birth to, next u're expected to crawl, then walk, then school. After secondary school, they expect us to further it, not minding if we're crafts men or not. After school, service, then we the guys are expected to get a job and star taking care of them! Next, mariage, when u eventualy get maried, they expect the kids, if it aint coming, them more presure. When it comes and its a girl, more presure, when the boy finaly comes, then u're expected to make them two, then they start asking why all these children, dont u know the economy is bad?
Bottom line, u cant please them all.

You hit the nail head on. Say more please.

coogar:

you are a social reprobate - i am not trying to make people depressed, i am
painting the real picture of what's on ground. i visit nigeria every now and then
and what i see is very terrible. no amount of glossing coming out from your lips
would change that fact!

Is that the only word you have in your minute vocabulary 'olori nla'.even if all YOU see is doom and gloom at least provide constructive criticism about the country.

@poster as many have suggested living in v.i, lekki doesn't guarantee you peace of mind.
Why not come down one of these days and see which location would suit you best for family,work and everything else.