₦airaland Forum

QuinQ:
True also. But growth is growth. Eventually they'll dominate everything by shere numbers

🚨 IRAN : les Iraniens jettent leurs Corans par tonnes dans les rivières !

Plus de 50 000 mosquées fermées, des milliers de Corans abandonnés même dans une petite ville comme Firuzabad.

L’islam recule fortement dans son bastion théocratique. Les Iraniens tournent le dos à… pic.twitter.com/Imwkdj4Jwi

— France (@la_france_sur_x) July 14, 2026

seunjungle1:
What this AI is simply telling us is that we need strong foundation that can carry better Nigeria, in which present president is building and for the it to be strong it has to be build for eight years...Tinubu is currently doing that
Obi should come later.

Omodiamond:
Why you no go elect Ai as your president

nairalanda1:
Everyone has to pay a tax, it's how the saner climes have been doing for centuries even when it wasn';t benefiting them

Payment of tax is also the only way that people can be forced to hold their government to account.

Your revenue from oil and other raw materials will never be enough because the population is too large for them to sustain us, and we do not control the prices.

Infact your policy is what we have been doing since independence, and why we are broke and why corruption is rampant.

abc115:
Man laments over three bags of fufu that fell into floodwaters.

See what Coastal Highway has caused in Aba, Abia State.

You want Tinubu to fix Nigeria(36 states) in less than 4 years but you Alex Otti can't fix Abia state(1 state) in same number of years pic.twitter.com/254IwKAHnF

— Senior Pst Okezie James Atañi. (@Onsogbu) July 14, 2026

nairalanda1:
Won't change anything.

Your country is the way it is because you guys insist on having public services at knock down prices.

This prevents investment in said services, meaning they are inefficent, meaning that at the end things like massive industrialization are not possible. Also, debt results from keeping prices of such ultiites low

That means a large population of unemployed youth,some of whom take to crime.

Also, most of us do not pay tax. (Yes, the kids will now mock me). No tax, no money to modernize the police, pay for forensic labs, pay for better detention facilites, pay even for state run reformation centers, pay for better education facilites, and so forth

Result, maladjusted youth...more crime

Then at the end of the day, you all prefer imported stuff. More imports, less local production, no jobs...see the pattern.

And then you defend your corrupt politicans, meaning disgruntled people, meaning the next set of currpt ppoltiicans then present themselves as the good guys and then take over from where the others were chopping, while people support one side or the other because...government to them is about breads from the table.

Result...shitty economy.

All adds up.

EKONGKING:
The priest might have developed panic attacks due to being posted in the region where ESN and IPOB are know to target catholic clergy.
This is the came situation among catholic clergy in Lagos also when they are being posted to east.

RIP father.

Drsnives:
Come n taste of the stew I made from it

Bobloco:
Direct insult to Christians’ — Vatsa knocks Tinubu’s Muslim-Muslim ticket for 2027

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Niger State, Jonathan Vatsa, has criticised the reported decision to retain Vice President Kashim Shettima as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate for the 2027 presidential election, warning that Christians will not support another Muslim-Muslim ticket.


Vatsa described the move as “a direct insult” to the Christian community, saying it was politically insensitive and could cost the ruling party Christian votes.

In a statement issued in Minna on Saturday, the former Niger State Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism said the circumstances that justified the same-faith ticket in 2023 no longer existed.


“I think this is a grievous mistake by the APC. It is highly insensitive,” he said.

According to him, those behind the decision “did not mean well” for the President or the party.


“With the current situation in the country and the concerns over the safety of Christians, nobody expected the President to repeat this arrangement,” Vatsa said.

He argued that the APC would struggle to convince Christians to support its ticket in 2027, especially if other political parties field Christian candidates.

“What do you expect us to tell the Christian community, to vote for another Muslim-Muslim ticket?” he insisted.


Vatsa, who recently urged Niger State Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago to pick a Christian running mate for the 2027 governorship election, said Christians already feel insecure and would be more comfortable with a Christian vice-presidential candidate.

He warned that repeating the Muslim-Muslim ticket could have “grievous consequences” for the APC’s electoral chances.

The APC stalwart, however, clarified that his position was not against Vice President Shettima or the Muslim community.


“I have nothing against the Vice President or the Muslim community. I am speaking for equity, justice and fairness in the political arrangement of the country,” he added..

https://dailypost.ng/2026/07/11/direct-insult-to-christians-vatsa-knocks-tinubus-muslim-muslim-ticket-for-2027/?utm_source=operamini&utm_medium=feednews&utm_campaign=operamini_feednews

Bobloco:
Those who blamed Jonathan for Chibok kidnapping blame me for Orire abduction —Makinde





https://guardian.ng/news/those-who-blamed-jonathan-for-chibok-kidnapping-blame-me-for-orire-abduction-makinde/

seunmsg:
No one cares about the believe or otherwise of a Chibueze.

Zionmdde:
Mtn should go and leave us with glo and airtel abi?
Dstv should go and leave us with NTA and Channels tv abi

This is one thing about a country that is not self sufficient. Imagine mtn leaves nigeria.

Patobanton:
This is a classical case of comparing an apple with an orange. Oshiomhole never went to any podcast or media house to tell brazen lies against airport staffs. Obi did.

This issue won’t have seen the light of day nor gain media traction if your oga did not go tell lies before the camera. He should be humble enough to apologise to those he wantonly lied against. Period!

givedemwotowoto:
Festus Keyamo proved Peter Obi right that Obi was being targeted.

This highlights the level of corruption under this government. People have now become above the law.

Power and corruption are now being publicly used to show-off.

KosiGee:
Fsboperator and the likes of Helinues would’ve been amongst the first 4 posters to comment if the news had mentioned Peter Obi and Igbos.
The news is about Atiku, they’ve gone missing. Typical.

seunmsg:
No single kobo was paid. If it was about payment, they would have been released a long time ago. I understand you guys are angry over the succesful and well coordinated rescue effort, but let it sink in now, the era of paying ransom for mass abduction is over. This is the new template going forward. If you kidnap school children, the Tinubu administration will haunt you down no matter how long it takes and you won't get a dime as ransom. Instead, all your family members will also be arrested and persecuted no matter how angryn it makes Atiku and Peter Obi.

EgungwuChukwuka:
‎Beyond NYSC Reform: Why FG Must End The "Ghost Corps" Menace Now [Opinion]
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‎BY- EGUNGWU CHUKWUKA BENJAMIN I will blame the government first for encouraging modern day slavery called NYSC where cheap labour is amassed by local employers some ppa don't have good accommodation , don't pay any stipends.
The salary scale of NYSC is poor and that is what encourages ghosting if federal government was paying ₦200,000 per corpmember and then their respective ppa is expected to pay at least ₦200,000 and above tell me why the average person will ghost.
Also if NYSC officials were well paid with free amenities that come with that office this will help curb the corruption.
I know a medical doctor who served in Akwaibom state facility(General Hospital ) and was paid ₦50k by the state per month tell me why will he leave his job of ₦250,000 to dance in the mud over ₦50k.
₦50k alone is not enough for one hospital admission in this country.
I enjoyed my service year and didn't ghost because of how hospitable the people were.
The best thing they can do for NYSC is 3 yearly review of their stipends to fit economical status of the country.
Bicycle allowance is still 1500 oh for how many years.

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‎Before the recent reform announcement, many Nigerians had called for the scrapping of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), while others called for a reform. Critics argued that the scheme poses significant risks to corps members posted to high-risk regions, while others claimed the program is outdated and it's an inefficient use of time.
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‎In response to these concerns, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) announced on Monday, June 29, 2026, that it had approved a structural overhaul to reposition the scheme. The Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, stated that the reforms are necessary because "our needs as a country have changed." According to the Minister, the new framework will transition the NYSC from its current mobilization model to one centered on skills development, employability, and national unity.
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‎In this commentary, I will refrain from discussing the debate regarding the iconic uniform to address a more pressing issue. A genuine reform must include a commitment to ending practices that are inefficient, dishonest, or damaging to the scheme's reputation. If the Federal Government truly intends to reposition the NYSC, it must address the "ghost corpsing" phenomenon to ensure the program is built on integrity, fairness, and accountability.
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‎Before I participated in the service year in 2021/2022, "ghost corpsing" the practice of corps members receiving payment without performing their assigned duties was already a known secret. It is very wrong to receive a government allowance for work that was never performed. This is similar to the rot within the civil service, where individuals abandon their duties, skip work with no good reason or pad payrolls with the names of non-existing staff to siphon public funds. Some may treat this as trivial because it involves the government, no private business owner would tolerate such theft in their establishment.
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‎If these new reforms are to be successful, they must curb this fraudulent practice. The government intends to tackle youth unemployment through skills acquisition, but integrity must be the foundation of this effort.
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‎There are two primary groups that facilitate this menace: corrupt NYSC officials in charge of clearance, and supervisors at some Places of Primary Assignment (PPAs) who sign attendance and monthly clearance forms for absentees. This behavior goes against the NYSC Act. The law states the punishment for any act of fraud or breaking the rules. This includes prosecution, loss of allowances, and being blacklisted from receiving the Certificate of National Service.
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‎Currently, some PPA supervisors sign documents for absentees out of personal favours or bribery, while some NYSC local government inspectors look away for personal gain. Technology could solve this. Implementing biometric or facial-recognition clock-ins, GPS-tagged attendance apps, and radom checks by independent monitors would help sanitize the system. While critics may point to epileptic power supply in rural areas or the lack of smartphones as obstacles, the government could mitigate these by prioritizing surprise, in-person visits to PPAs by independent task forces.
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‎The core question remains: why should the government pay for services that were never rendered? This is a drain on public resources that must be stopped.
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‎Many young Nigerians are eager to serve, gain experience, and acquire skills as they transition into the labor market. It is deeply unfair for "ghost" corps members to collect pay while others serve wholeheartedly. Those were committed to the scheme should be rewarded financially and professionally for their actual contributions. As a journalist, I believe integrity must be the bedrock of the new NYSC.
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‎If this menace is not addressed, the new system will inherit the same rot. Imagine a corps member learning a skill for six weeks, then disappearing for the remaining 11 months while still collecting a salary. This would defeat the purpose of "skills development" and essentially teach participants that fraud is another career path.
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‎By addressing this issue, the government can ensure it invests in citizens who are genuinely eager to contribute to national development. A balanced approach that rewards those who serve, and punish those who exploit the system is the only way forward.
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‎In your view, who bears the most responsibility for "ghost corpsing"?
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Dogalmighty17:
This may just be a coincidence. But isn't it strange that the day it was officially verified who the co-flagbearer of the APC presidential ticket in 2027 will be, the kidnapped school kids in Oyo were released?

Just a thought. Were the people behind the kidnapping trying to force the presidents hand? Was politics behind all this? The suffering of those kids? The killing of their teachers? Was the insinuation that the president may drop his vice a trigger for the kidnapping?

I'm pretty sure this is all a coincidence though. Special thanks to the president and indeed all the security agencies who worked for the release of those children. I pray such an incident never happens again.

gentlekeny:
I watched the video of a Malian soldier dragging a terr0rists and saying "if you want to live, go to Nigeria".

Even as a country we pamper terr0rists by calling them bandits. We can't even call them what they are.

TopBanter:
Bwala has a valid point because Nigerians in Britain are burdened by hugely high cost of living.

He did not even include so many other expenses like Council tax etc. If you run a Car, big chunk of money to drive and insure.

After all that though, claiming Nigerians earning 60k Naira monthly are better off than Britons on £2800 is arrogant in my opinion and indicative of how Nigerian leaders are over-privileged and disconnected from the daily struggle and plight of the average Nigerian.

I believe, even conservatively, every Nigerian requires 300k monthly to meet their living expenses.

Kalaskala:
And Tinubu is constructing 1000km road from SE to sokoto

Tabithatim:
Bold imprints of Governor Mbah in Enugu.
The 300-bed Enugu International Hospital is 99% ready.

https://x.com/i/status/2074186727342616935

Governor Mbah has virtually completed the 300-bed Enugu International Hospital, with only landscaping and finishing touches still ongoing. The quaternary hospital, which is already fitted with world-class medical and diagnostic equipment, is poised to provide advanced healthcare… pic.twitter.com/WvKknWsWo7

— Dan Nwomeh (@DanNwomeh) July 7, 2026

Dpsychologist:
Source: https://www.channelstv.com/2026/07/07/senate-demands-end-to-terrorists-rehabilitation-reintegration-programme/

RandDigital:
I put up three arguments above. I see you wanna dwell on just one.

1. Illegally staying in SAa.
2. Working without proper documents for less, hence not paying tax. This giving one an unfair advantage over locals.
3. Some commiting crimes and not being traced because they're undocumented. It's easier to arrest a local because they're on the system.

RandDigital:
You should acknowledge the numerous threads on frontpage everyday of Nigerians engaging in crimes all over the world - especially developing countries. You're viewed with suspicion, not envy.

The anger comes from the lack of shame you exhibit after commiting the crimes.

michlins:
She said the quiet part loud. Most Caucasians will always look at blacks with resentment and always believe they're a superior tribe.

Current trajectory in the land of freedom reinforces that and makes the people with such beliefs to be bold.

Mbappe should have completely forgotten about her and her rants without giving her the audience

Fiscus105:
If it's me , I would have answered her like this the respect and honor I have globally today, in the next 10 generations, none of your family will have it, I don't pity you, but innocent people who voted a lunatic to represent them, worst of them is your husband, provided you even have one, because you would have turned him to slave.

GanagiBitrus:
Honestly, I find it very difficult to believe a Senator of a country could descend so low to write such despicable racist rant.
If Paraguay are serious about condemning her, they should go further & ensure she is relieved of her office.

As for the match, Paraguay were too rough on France. Their strategy was to frustrate & possibly provoke a France player to be sent off.
It was a surprise the Referee did not even issue them a single Yellow card in that match.
I bet you, if Cameroon or a black African country played the way Paraguay did, they would have finished the match with at least 8players.

Even when Mbappe wanted to take penalty, a Paraguay player used his feet to scrub the penalty spot & make it uneven, &to cause Mbappe to miss.

&if you watched the video of the handshake incident, Mbappe was so passionately engrossed in celebrating victory that he didn't even notice the Paraguay Goalkeeper. He didn't even notice that the goalkeeper threw the ball at him afterwards, else he would have reacted.

naptu2:
Celeste Amarilla (Paraguayan senator), on Kylian Mbappé:

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The following post has been translated from French.

Kylian Mbappe @KMbappe



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Photo 1) Kylian Mbappe

Photo 2) Celeste Amarilla

Photo 3) The Paraguayan Government condemned Senator Celeste Amarilla's statement.

franchasng:
The minimum salary a Graduate Nurse (BSN) should receive in Nigeria of today should be:

NGN350,000 starting salary for those working in the private hospital

NGN450,000 starting salary for those in the government hospital


And for Doctors, it should go like this:

NGN800,000 starting for those in private hospitals.

NGN1,500,000 starting for those in government hospitals.

NGN4,500,000 for consultants.


That's if Nigeria truly want quality healthcare