₦airaland Forum

njiasi30:
Lol, pretty is an understatement.

njiasi30:
Lol, it's Gd to b an introvert dey re lovely ppl

Chestar5:
Evrytin on nl is igbo-yoruba fight, d way i hate nairaland now ehn

Quakertellicus1:
This present administration was evidently unlucky to come into power when the prices of crude globally have begun to decline drastically. Nigeria as a nation has placed her entire confidence and focus on the oil sector which is now really affecting the economy, making it difficult for the country to maintain a stable economy. We can’t blame this administration for the fall of oil prices, but surely, we could blame the entire government that has ever ruled this nation for not investing enough and assisting vehemently other income earning sectors in the nation. This fall of oil prices has really shaken the nation, the dollar exchange rate to naira is devastating, bringing about a rise in almost all commodities in the market, where even the once very cheap and common commodity, garri, has now become expensive with some families finding it difficult to purchase the commodity.


The elephant in the room is that you Nigerians do not want to make the hard sacrifices needed to get us off oil dependency. And doing that does not take one year....It takes several years of harship...while we spend more in industriies ...and try to find markets for our products...meaning that we have to endure....until our industrial production really takes off.

THE MOST UNBIASED POLITICAL COMMENT I HAVE SEEN ON NAIRALAND SINCE LIKE FOREVER.. Following you right away...

You Nigerians want a resource whose revenues would make you comfortable. Better stop thinking that agric and mining will save us now that oil has failed.....because they are subject to the same price fluctuations as oil. We should industrialse...then we can export something whose price we can controland earn billions.

The tomato issue is also one problem that has caused a nationwide stir and given Nigerians a hard knock, as it is one very vital ingredient in the Nigerian delicacy and cannot be avoided. I haven’t heard any tale or ready any history of tomato causing such a problem in the country like it is now, we never saw it coming, nature played its thing. It can’t be said to be the fault of this administration. It is a situation that caught us all suddenly which was caused by the massive infestation of tomato plantations in the north (been the major supplier of this commodity) by the pest called Tuta Absoluta with the common name Tomato Leafminer. No one certainly can blame this administration for this, although, it could be said that necessary precautionary measures should have been taken by the agricultural sector to avoid such disastrous infestation.

Very true....but the reason why we are not making the pesticides needed for tomato pests....is because we Nigerians prefer to import and import rather than manufacture. Yes...GEJ never had that problem because there was cash to import the pesticides needed thanks to high oil prices. This over importation discourages local production.

That is why APC must make the hard choice and industrialize. But they don't like that the road leads via austerity.

Talking about running the government, this administration has not been up and doing, with things moving from bad to worse, Nigerians groaning everyday, massive sacking in numerous companies, insecurity, employment soaring higher. Looking at the fuel subsidy issue, removing the subsidy was a very good call, but truth be told, its timing was wrong. Removing the subsidy at a time when oil prices had fallen and naira losing its value at an alarming pace, it was not a good call. Though, Yes! The federal government was able to make some money from the removal, yes! The subsidy profiteers have been knocked out, but the time it happened wasn’t a good one. The removal of subsidy brought the price of petrol from N86.5 to N145 which dealt a serious blow to Nigerians, bringing prices of commodities even higher after the dollar price has caused its own effect.

Back in 2012....you people said that the timing was wrong too. re subsidy.

And all the sacking etc.....everything is due to our dependency on oil....which is not cured in a year. GEJ did not do a good job of it...neither did many of our leaders past. We are a resource dependent nation. When the price of our resources are high.....we run AMOK with cash (Gowon's comment in 1974 about Nigeria having too much money to spend comes to mind).When it goes low...cash becomes difficult to spend.

We can stop being resource dependent....but that means a end to awoof cash and corruption which you Nigerians love.


The handling of insecurity another issue that has made this government questionable. We were promised a secured nation, but its a no news anymore about the new threats that have began to ravage the country. The government has not done enough is curbing the situation, it is the responsibility of the government to invite involved parties and have a meaningful dialogue, with each party receiving the same care and attention given to others. I personally am waiting for the moment when we would have a government headed by a personality who gives no preference based on tribes

In other words....you want more people from your tribe in government so that you can chop the crumbs they leave over f rom their looting.

That is not good government. Good government is hard work.....not about how many people you have in office from your tribe..

Boko is on the run, and bombing pipelines does no one any good.



Another thing about I hold against this government has been the rate of travels by the president. No good leader leaves his home unsettled to settle matters abroad and this has put the president into the black book of many. I recollect a time, in a public transport, a man was bitterly expressing his anger at the numerous travels of the president, asking the questions why? What has he achieved with all the travels? Is any help forthcoming from all these travels? As he was expressing himself, fellow commuters joined also expressed their bad feeling about it. The president has been viewed by numerous persons to be lackadaisical about the welfare of the ordinary Nigerian. His recent travel for the treatment of his ear infection has also caused one big stir in the nation and raised questions, but frankly, is this government taking us for granted? Do Nigerians matter at all to these leaders?

When NARD went on strike during GEJ's regime...the resident doctors union that is....you people called them names...and forced them to end the strike. See where we are now? Bad hospitals...and a government that came in with limited funds to take care of them (Which by my calculations ....will exceed N5 TRILLION.).

The only way for our hospitals to earn more money is by privatizing them, and allwing them to increase their fees so that they have the money to pay for improvements. But you Nigerians do not want that......and at the same time you want more hospitals....so govt listens to you....and the amount of money left per hospital is less and less.

I am not defending PMB here by the way. I am saying that for things to get better in Nigeria...it has to get much worse before it gets better....more worse than this. We have to make the transition from being resoruce dependent....to being an innovation driven economy. ...via austerity.

EdwardDomnan:
Forgive my ignorance. Pls who is Buhari?

Is he a model.

Vickyydera:
Why can't guys stay in a relationship without demanding for sex?

Seun:
John 8:32 Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

rokiatu:
Peter is always one to notice things like this while Paul goes on living his life.

Peter care too much about public perception.

investnow2013:
Awka 2m, Onitsha 8m, Nnewi 1.5M, Ekwulobia 1M,Owerri 3.5M,Orlu1.2M etc

So, a national population census was supposed to take place in Nigeria this year but due to the current economic crisis, the census have been postponed till further notice. So in the mean time, T.I.N Magazine just like last year have gathered figures from various sources showing Nigeria's most populated cities. Well, this is an estimation.

[img]http://1.bp..com/--WNGWA48AxI/Vz2USivH_xI/AAAAAAAACYk/KkBF0OgSIC4xGg_8C7fqFp3Kz4BVJkMUgCK4B/s1600/popchat.png[/img]

[img]http://3.bp..com/-frvQ95Hk-sY/Vz2UTAg_xWI/AAAAAAAACYs/G2VMOWqFUCcuBH0vjSuTwN2E4hydzUUSgCK4B/s1600/popchart.png[/img]

THE TOP TEN MOST POPULOUS CITIES IN NIGERIA 2016

1] LAGOS

Lagos has been the most populated city in Nigeria for a longtime, in 2006's population census Lagos had 7,682,953 but now The population of Lagos according to the Lagos State Government was 17.5 million, a number disputed by the Nigerian Government and judged unreliable by the National Population Commission of Nigeria. The latest reports estimate the population at 21,642,797, making Lagos the largest city in Africa. Officially Lagos is known to be the second fastest-growing city in Africa and the seventh in the world. Our 2016 estimates puts the city's population at 21,000,000.


2] KANO

Kano is a city in Kano state, which is the second largest city in Nigeria. The Kano urban area covers 137 km2 and comprises six local government areas (LGAs) — Kano Municipal, Fagge, Dala, Gwale, Tarauni and Nassarawa with a population of 2,163,225 at the 2006 Nigerian census. The metropolitan area covers 499 km2 and comprises eight LGAs — the six mentioned above plus Ungogo and Kumbotso — with a population of 2,828,861 at the 2006 Nigerian census. Following the recent estimates by the state government Kano can be said have increased by almost a milion with 3,626,068, Our 2016 estimates puts the city's population at 4,228,861

3] IBADAN

Ibadan is the capital city of Oyo State and the third largest metropolitan area, by population in Nigeria, In 2006 population census the city had up to 1,338,659 has the total population after Lagos and Kano, But as of recent report the city has a population of over 3 million, popular estimation states Ibadan has 3,500,000 as of 2016 Ibadan is also the largest metropolitan geographical area. At Nigerian independence, Ibadan was the largest and most populous city in the country and the third in Africa after Cairo and Johannesburg. Our 2016 estimates puts the city's population at 4,000,000


4] ABUJA

Abuja is the capital city of Nigeria. It is located in the centre of Nigeria At the 2006 census, the city of Abuja had a population of 776,298, making it one of the ten most populous cities in Nigeria. Abuja has witnessed a huge influx of people into the city; the growth has led to the emergence of satellite towns such as Karu Urban Area, Suleja, Gwagwalada, Lugbe, Kuje and smaller settlements to which the planned city is sprawling according to recent reports and estimates Abuja population is 3,000,000.
Our 2016 estimates puts the city's population at 3,100,000.


5] PORT HARCOURT

Port Harcourt is the capital of Rivers State, Nigeria. According to the 2006 Nigerian census Port Harcourt has a population of 1,382,592. The state government have not made any public declaration on the city's population as of recent, but different estimates have reported Port Harcourt having close to 2 million with an estimate of 1,947,000 as the total population of the moment. Our 2016 estimates puts the city's population at 2,500,000.


6] ABA

Aba is a major urban settlement and commercial center in a region that is surrounded by small villages and towns. As of 2004 Aba had an estimated population of 1,020,900. But recent reports and estimates state the city has a total population of 1,277,300. Our 2016 estimates puts the city's population at 2,300,300

7] BENIN

Benin City is a city (2006 est. pop. 1,147,188) and the capital of Edo State in southern Nigeria. But of recent, what we were able to gather for Benin city is a total population of 1,400,00. Our 2016 estimates puts the city's population at 2,147,188

8] KADUNA

Kaduna is a city and the state capital of Kaduna State in Nigeria, The population of Kaduna was at 760,084 as of the 2006 Nigerian census. But recent estimates claims the city now has 1,652,844 as the total population. Our 2016 estimates puts the city's population at 1,900,000


9] OGBOMOSO

Ogbomosho is also another city in Oyo State, the population was approximately 645,000 in 1991; by March 2005, it was estimated at around 1,200,000, but what we've been able to gather to be the city's population presently is 1,500,000. Our 2016 estimates puts the city's population at 1,900,000

10] MAIDUGURI

Maiduguri is the capital and the largest city of Borno State Nigeria, The city had 618,278 in 1991 census, and has since grown rapidly with a population exceeding a million by 2007 well, as of the moment what we could conclude to be the total population for the city is 1,200,000. Our 2016 estimates puts the city's population at 1,800,000


OTHER CITIES AFTER THE TOP TEN ARE

11] Ilorin 1,700,000
12] Jos 1,700,000
13] Enugu 1,500,000
14] Zaria 1,500,000
15] Abeokuta 1,000,000
16] Onitsha 1,000,000
17] Oyo 1,000,000
18] Sokoto 1,000,000
19] Warri 900,000
20] Okene 900,000

Seun:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fLxFDdezjTA

Akinyemi787:
una dey mad wizzy be de no 1 for nw

T.I.N Magazine just ranked Nigeria's ten most influential musicians of 2016. The listings were rated according to the level of influence each artist has in the music industry and Nigeria as a whole. This list wasn't judged based on the fame or money a singer has but their influence in someway or the other. And the ranking is based on their performance within the last 12months.
The no.1 person on the list is to be considered to be the most Influential music act in Nigeria as of 2016.

TEN MOST INFLUENTIAL ARTISTES IN NIGERIA 2016

10] M.I ABAGA
https://static.pulse.ng/img/incoming/origs3343829/5396367691-w644-h960/MI-2.jpg
As the CEO of the largest record label in Nigeria 'Chocolate City" he's been featured on this list. M.I a popular rapper and business man. The record label which he currently heads recently launched a talent hunt show called "ChocolateCity Unsigned" so as to give chance for upcoming acts to become established by sponsoring the winner's career with 10million naira.


9] YEMI ALADE
https://dailymail.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/yemi-alade.jpg
The singer who came into the industry not long ago has actually made a lot for herself in a short period of time. At the moment Yemi Alade is among the most famous Nigerian artiste across Africa. She remixes her songs in several African languages. The singer eralir this year dropped an album called "MAMA AFRICA" she revealed she is going to give 10% of the album sales to charity.

8] P-SQUARE
Psqaure
[img]http://3.bp..com/-JQwr1nVk67M/Vs1ikUsi5eI/AAAAAAAAB9E/RAOHeQD960o/s400/vllkyt275tcqg972q.171fa966.jpg[/img]
Even though the very popular duo have not been too active in the music industry for sometime now their impact still shows. Psquare still keep beautifying the Nigeria music industry outside the shores of Nigeria with several hit shows.

7] PHYNO
https://sounds.ng/wp-content/gallery/phyno/phyno.png
The popular rapper is sure one of the biggest musicians in Nigeria right now. Phyno just like Olamide has shown he's not just a rapper but a singer also. Phyno in a short period of time in the music industry has got some huge achievements. Phyno now the represents the Igbo phase of the Nigeria music industry with release of several hit songs in his native dialect "Igbo language". Phyno also created "PHYNOFEST" last year which took place in Onitsha a concert which was quite a successful one. Phyno is one of the pioneers of artistry clothing lines in the music industry.

6] 2BABA[img]
http://cdn1.jaguda.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/2Face.jpeg[/img]

Tubaba Idibia a sure legend respected by many in the music industry is definitely one of the most influential musicians in Nigeria this year. Starting from his foundations to musical influences locally and and internationally within the past 12months has got him to be ranked 6th on this list. Not to mention he recently launched a free trip to Kenya contest for his Nigerian fans.


5] D'BANJ
[img]http://2.bp..com/-rC5vUYkEiIk/VYGhoXcZVUI/AAAAAAAAAs4/IlmEU9z-YjY/s400/dbanjturns34june9th2014.jpg[/img]
He was ranked to be the most influential singer in Nigeria last year, well, it looks like the legendary singer fell in rankings this year. D'banj has made quite a lot of impact in the music scene and as far as we can tell he is still keeping up that impression. From promoting the KokoBussiness campaign earlier this year to promoting the ONE.org cmpaign, and promoting the BOI youth empowerment and entrepreneurship campaign the singer still remains as influential as ever


4] DON JAZZY
https://www.bellanaija.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Mavin_Obi_Somto_Photography-61.jpg

Well, 12 months before now, he definitely would have been ranked 1st or 2nd on this list, he's been featured to be the 4th most influential musician within the past 12 months. The ace producer and singer is very well a legend in the Nigeria music industry. His achievements would be too much to mention here. Well, within the past 12months the singer and producer have made a lot of impact in people's live and even in the music industry.


3] WIZKID
https://www.360nobs.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Wizkid-2.jpg
The star boy himself has been ranked the 3rd most influential musician in Nigeria this year, Wizkid within the last 12months has shown he really is a starboy. The singer has taken Nigerian music beyond the shores of Africa after getting a remix collaboration with superstar Drake. The song was named the 12th biggest song of 2015 by Fader magazine. Ever since, he's been getting several intentional recognition, earlier this year he was featured by Vogue magazine a popular American magazine. The singer got featured by Drake in his recently released album "VIEWS" an album which has gone platinum. Wizkid got featured in one the album's lead single "One Dance".
Not to mention, the singer has got artistes signed to his Starboy records.

2] DAVIDO
https://globalvillageextra.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Davido-1.jpg

Davido has been an influential personality since starting his music career, he is known to be a great charity supporter and he helps people quite a lot via social media. Earlier this year like always Davido gave scholarship to a homeless kid he saw on social media.
The pop star earlier this year signed a global deal with Sony becoming the first African act to sign such, a deal he claimed would get him a million dollars, he also promised to make Africa proud by exploring the deal to the fullest.
The singer also covered a popular American magazine "FADER" few months ago. Davido recently launched a new label called DMW a label which he already signed two new acts to, which at the moment they are doing quite well in the industry.

1] OLAMIDE
https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/31/Olamide_on_the_set_of_his_%22Sitting_on_The_Throne%22_music_video_in_January_2014_2014-04-21_13-19.jpg
Well, many may not want to believe this but the ace rapper and singer has been concluded to be the most influential musician in Nigeria as of 2016. The popular musician has made quite some great impressions within the last 12 months. A couple weeks ago the rapper organized a contest for upcoming music acts which was called the "Who You Epp" contest, he promised to help the winner of the contest with his/her music career financially.
The singer just 2weeks ago released Lil Kesh an artist signed to his label after helping the now superstar become a superstar making a little or no profit off him unlike every other label boss. He stated the YBNL record label was craeted to help new acts and not for bussiness like every other label.
The singer keeps helping new acts signed on his label. Not to mention , Olamide can be siad to be one of the artistes who helped ingeniousness in the Nigerian music industry.
Olamide earlier this year had a fight with another influential personality in the music industry Don Jazzy, a social media beef which trended for quite a longtime it caught many Nigerians attention as Olamide trended for quite a longtime on social media showing how much influence he has.

sukkot:
so she schooled in england but speaks english like someone who was born and raised in oshodi market. very incredible feat

JIGHU:
SHE ALREADY MADE MONEY BY SELLING IT TO PULSE INSTEAD OF THISDAY, SHE HAS COLLECTED HER COOL CASH FROM PULSE , PULSE IN TURN MAKES MONEY FROM THE VIEWS

SweetBoyFriend:
You've transformed from a liar to a lion.
Psquare's personally got 2 million views in 3 days.
Psquare's chop my money ft Akon got 1.5 million views in 2 days.
Psquares beautiful onyinye ft Rick Ross hit 1 million views in just 2 days
Davido's Aye got 1 million views in 3 days.

[img]http://1.bp..com/-H6RADxdvl9Y/VyiPCV61E1I/AAAAAAAACWY/48VYuT4qmAQ0I3CW6pj9hifqaZIkXg7PgCK4B/s400/Tiwaaa.png[/img]
Well, this has never happened before in Nigeria for a video to hit 1million views in 3days.
T.I.N Nigeria Super records have been keeping track on the growth of the controversial video in views on YouTube since its been posted. The video was posted on 29th of April around 8pm the video crossed over 1million views yesterday night which was on the 2nd May.
The video withing 24hrs of posting it on YouTube had over 500,00 views and at the moment the video has got over 1million views.
The video is also going to be setting another record of the most viewed non-music video on YouTube Nigeria as it already has up to 1.1million views, the video will be breaking the ex-first lady Patience Jonathan's video of ChannelsTv which has over 1.2million views on YouTube.
PulseTV just set a new social media record and T.I.N Nigeria super records might be presenting a record certificate to PulseTv soon. -

Cutesexy1:
Anyhow

tammie24:
chop knuckle my bro
No mind the guy
tuface legend
If tuface should sing those kind of songs now
E no go sell one record
I'm also not crazy abt wizzy but to say his songs is not great Abeg abeg abeg

vizkiz:
bro do you even know what being a legend means?

Like you will forever be a superstar with your songs being evergreen. How many wizkid's songs can stand the test of 10years...Are you one of those who thinks music is all about skiborobo skibo skiborobo skiboh