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Career › Re: Productivity Level In Nigeria Compared To The Western World by DisGuy: 3:44am On Jan 17, 2011

Are you saying nigerian managers are incompetent?

Food › Re: Potatoes: What Can You Do With Them? by DisGuy(op): 2:27am On Jan 17, 2011

Thanks people

I was really trying to avoid the oven route but hey i guess i'll do that one of these days, thanks missy b

Thank goodness for microwave, I rinsed one big potato, I stab the thing a couple of times with a fork
then put its in for 5mins each side and voilà

cut it open added salt and butter wink

Sports › Re: Nigerian League Fan Thread: Enter D Place N Know Every by DisGuy: 2:22am On Jan 17, 2011

Kwara utd getting hammered by Bukola babes, wonders shall never end, na wa o

Crown FC wetin happen? the honeymoon is over?

I wonder why JUTH and plateau utd have not been relocated outside the city- who wants to go and play there?

Computers › Re: Post Your Computer (PC) Troubles Here. by DisGuy: 6:22pm On Jan 16, 2011

Hi Tech guys

Just trying to help my aunty here, she got a netbook so abandoned here working Laptop for about a month or so
So yesterday she tried using the laptop, it came on for about 5minutes or so then the battery started blinking, we plugged in the charger but it still went off. so i told her to charge it for some hours then try again- though i notice the charging light doesnt even come on, so up till now it still wont come up, the only light that comes on is the one by the battery pack but it seems its not getting to the laptop itself or is the batter dead?

Sports › Re: Your New Super Eagles Players For 2014 World Cup by DisGuy: 11:56am On Jan 16, 2011

Stanley okoro has not been invited for any age graded friendly or tournament since his last outing
even chrisantus? why?

Education › Re: . by DisGuy: 10:54am On Jan 16, 2011

Olami90:
OOOOOOOOOLLLLLLLLLLLLEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!So to the best of your knowledge,staff need to send email to students based on the school new status?wen they cant read 4rm d wall.Those dt are nt connected to d sch.in anyway know wot is going on(latest).

to the best of your knowledge isnt it obvious many people including the students don't even know anything about this, don't you have a proper communication channel in your school? shouldn't this be on the school's website clearing doubts tongue

Sports › Re: Your New Super Eagles Players For 2014 World Cup by DisGuy: 10:31am On Jan 16, 2011

So where/what clubs do these players play for at the moment?

Rabiu Ibrahim, Stanley okoro, Sani Emmanuel, where is chrisantus

Politics › Re: Fg Begins Contruction Of Yenagoa Airport by DisGuy: 3:05am On Jan 15, 2011

[quote author=dem_people link=topic=586067.msg7535778#msg7535778 date=1295052879]There's indeed a collective lack of common sense or even a general deficiency in logical thinking amongst some of our leaders. The other day, the president said that each state lacking a tertiary institution, would have one during his 1st term in office - as if it would solve the comatose state of higher eduction in the country. What about the already-existing Universities? What programs does he have to ensure that they're better standardised and reflect 21st century higher education instead of merely increasing the number of institutions? How would this airport be viable economically? Bayelsa state is not even a commercial/business state. What about ensuring economically viable airports such as Enugu's or Asaba's renovation and development are sped-up. If he intends to spend money in Bayelsa, surely he should come up with better projects which are beneficial to the state's populace.[/quote]did he really say that? shocked

this humble fish farmer's got fish brain!!

I wont leave him with my tiny aquarium

Career › Re: How Much is a Good Salary in Nigeria? by DisGuy: 2:56am On Jan 15, 2011

@Zionmmv

choose one, apples or oranges?

Politics › Re: Senator Abiola Ajimobi Emerges Acn Governorship Flagbearer In Oyo State by DisGuy: 1:24am On Jan 15, 2011

toba1909:
What meaning does this have?

Clearly he is the most popular/vibrant contester, why couldnt he (them) just go ahead with the election process like a
transparent party with good progressive democratic attitude

clear?

Politics › Re: Senator Abiola Ajimobi Emerges Acn Governorship Flagbearer In Oyo State by DisGuy: 1:16am On Jan 15, 2011

hannie:
which drama wan happen ? Ajimobi is better than any other candidate and even the reports state that his supporters were in the majority, so what else are we talking about ?

toba1909:
I wonder o!
Ajimobi is more vibrant than any of the 7 aspirants, moreover he has majority of the the supporters in the party. I believe the party leadership will settle this amicably to prevent a reprisal of what happened in 2007 general elections.

so why not just go ahead with the voting then?

Nigerians are smart and a bit

Politics › Re: Fg Begins Contruction Of Yenagoa Airport by DisGuy: 1:11am On Jan 15, 2011

It was learnt that the Federal Government through the Ministry of Aviation has signified the kick- of construction at the airport which is to be[b] located at the centre of the capital[/b] of Bayelsa State, a few minutes drive to the Government House

Sai Goodluck Jonathan, actually shocked GEJ didnt build one in his country home, he's probably fed up of not being able to fly into town with some ghana must go

Food › Potatoes: What Can You Do With Them? by DisGuy(op): 12:10am On Jan 15, 2011

So early in the week i told mumsie to get me potatoes from the supermarket. I was actually craving mashed potatoes but i'm not sure if they are the right ones for mash potato. Now I'm stuck with 24 nice looking potatoes that will probably start brown next week

So Ye [i]cooksmith[/i]s, can you recommend quick recipe with potatoes > I don't like just boiled potatoes unless you can also recommend good sauce (quick and easy sauce)

Helppppppp

Politics › Re: How Come Most Nigerian Politicians Aren't Good Public Speakers? by DisGuy: 11:20pm On Jan 14, 2011

Atreides:
A politician is a leader. He should be able to speak standard English. Being a good public speaker isn't just about using fancy words or big grammar. It's about connecting with the people you're speaking to and inspiring them. We should not use the fact that English is not our native language as an excuse for mediocrity. Every student is taught English in schools. Even if that's not sufficient for them,they can hire people to whip them into shape. They should be able to speak standard English,shikena. Things will never change in Nigeria until we Nigerians stop accepting mediocrity.

another thing you'll notice is that they rarely understand what they are reading, if they miss a line in their speech the are lost, some don't even look up from the notepad they read from, i doubt some of them understand some words used in their prepared speech.
Totally agree on the connecting with the people part, the speech don't have anything personal, its totally abstract from their audience, many people just play with their phones or fiddle with their pen until they are prompted to clap.
Gordon brown wasnt excellent but he could connect with the people, he knows what he is talking about. our politicians just recruit some first clas graduate to write for them, unfortunately they cant convey the message

Education › Re: . by DisGuy: 11:11pm On Jan 14, 2011

obyann:
Don't worry, soon you'll see a sign board, Federal University of Technology Yaba. Then you'll doubt no more.

You mean they don't have enough staff to send an email out to all students with regards to their new status?
they need a whole sign board just to convey this message?

Politics › Re: How Come Most Nigerian Politicians Aren't Good Public Speakers? by DisGuy: 10:58pm On Jan 14, 2011

I can just see MC OMo's interview with louis theroux all over again,

little wonder most of them are aggressive and brutish, since they find it hard to communicate, they use thugs and policemen to terrorise their critics

Investment › Re: Stock Market Tips For Nigerians by DisGuy: 6:11pm On Jan 14, 2011

I'd say yes, some of the banks are getting extra money for business apart from getting bad loans of their books

or maybe all the crooks have been put it check

Travel › Re: Travelling To Canada by DisGuy(mod): 5:54pm On Jan 14, 2011

I think the first thing he should consider is to

1) get a list of the course(s) he is interested in

2) get a list of universities that offer the course(s)

3) search for their requirements and if possible contact their admissions department via phone or email

Travel › Re: Travelling To Canada by DisGuy(mod): 5:48pm On Jan 14, 2011

Arlington:
Hello Dis guy/Debosky/ Delta007
Please I need some information/ help ASAP . I am trying to get my younger brother into Canada for schooling. He has applied to the USA where i live for visitation a while ago and was denied.
I don't want him going back there for schooling and they think it is a scam and just a way for him to enter the USA and he gets rejected .
He is currently at LASU studying part time which is just a waste of time , he had some issues with Jamb in the past so that made him stay at home for a while before getting this part time study.
He is 25 years old, I am my husband will be his sponsor,My question is where do we start from ?

Will he have to write any exam like TOEFL? Where is usually the best place for him to look for schools in Canada that is not ridiculously expensive and neither a mushroom university Ontario or Alberta?
What are the cost's like? Does he have to pay a whole year in advance? From what i am reading here he will have to apply for the fall. Will be be better for me to apply for the school for him and they send me all the documents in the USA and i send them to him, or him receiving them in Nigeria is better.What are the advantages of using an Agent, and are there any good ones that can be trusted and what do they charge?

when does he have to apply to the university and go for an interview since he wants to start in the fall. what kind of balance should i have in my account, will $15,000 be sufficient?
Thank you in advance i know it is a lot of questions but i just want to get it right and the main contributors on here seem to know what they are doing.

Sorry I'm not too knowledgeable about Canadian student applications but these are some info i found online; hopefully others will chip in soon ESPECIALLY THOSE THAT JUST GOT THEIR VISA WITH HELP FROM THIS BOARD

Cost of Studying & Living in Canada

Studying in Canada is not free, but when compared to other western countries, it is very affordable. The overall cost for an international student to study in Canada depends on the student's own needs and 'lifestyle'. Each university has a different tuition level and each city has different living costs. Generally, though, it is estimated that students from abroad would need between CDN $15,000 and CDN $26,000, depending on their school and program.

B. Academic Studies (College/University)
Colleges and universities in Canada have a range of different tuition costs, depending on the program and the school that are chosen. For example, applied programs such as engineering and medical sciences are generally more expensive than non-applied studies. However, colleges are generally less costly compared to universities. Average academic tuition fees are as follows:

• College: CDN $9,000 – CDN $12,000 (per year)
• University Transfer Program (UTP): CDN $9,000 – CDN $12,000 (per year)
• University Foundations Program: CDN $9,000 – CDN $11,000 (per year)
• University: CDN $10,000 – CDN $16,000 (per year)

Politics › Re: How Come Most Nigerian Politicians Aren't Good Public Speakers? by DisGuy: 5:27pm On Jan 14, 2011

Unfortunately or should i say Fortunately i didn't listen to any of them, I caught a bit of the announcer/MC though- very irritating

Goodluck Jonathan has a PhD in Zoology - me sef dey laugh

Politics › Re: How Come Most Nigerian Politicians Aren't Good Public Speakers? by DisGuy: 4:57pm On Jan 14, 2011

[quote author=tpia* link=topic=585539.msg7532603#msg7532603 date=1295019907]arent they supposed to employ people who will help them improve their speech skills? huh

[/quote]yes I can see Johnathan with his wife taking lessons from Chris Okotie, I think we need a nigerian version of the King's Speech wink

Atreides:
A little bit of both. A leader is supposed to be able to inspire the public by his/her words. Our political leaders make me sleep when they speak.

You should watch Madam Ebele Jonathan on TV, you'll need counselling afterwards

Islam › Re: Who Should Go To Hajj, Mum Or Wife? by DisGuy: 12:24am On Jan 14, 2011

zayhal:
More opinions are welcome still.

LOL @bold

It'd have been easier to allow the wife and mother go (especially since the brother has once gone) but they'll need a male, a mahram to accompany them.

Btw, in your story above, why should the mother feel that taking the wife to hajj was spending extra?

_{well you know how this mother in laws are like sometimes, though I think she was in the process of getting a house/flat and the son wasn't prioritizing that}

Properties › Re: A Classy Bachelor Pad Should Have: by DisGuy: 10:29pm On Jan 13, 2011

like ancient Egypt cheesy

Career › Re: Any HSE Professionals In The House? by DisGuy: 11:23pm On Jan 12, 2011

_subscribing

Thinking of self studying but where to do the practical is the issue, hopefully i will find out later with the course provider

Career › Re: The Lord is my Shepherd by DisGuy: 11:11pm On Jan 12, 2011

Damn

where rof-lmao shocked

How did it go/ How's it going @ crossroads and others?

Career › Re: Industrial Chemistry by DisGuy: 11:33am On Jan 12, 2011

^^ is that a course?

I think you might look into Health and Safety courses, depending on your future career plans

_{why are people obsessed with joining funny redundant institute?}

Sports › Re: Prof. Taoheed Adedoja Is The New Minister Of Sports by DisGuy: 4:01pm On Jan 11, 2011

galek:
Another square peg in round hole! What is wrong in putting the right person there! Mumuni Alao, Sunny Ojeagbasi, Obaseki, Okocha, Odegbami, to mention but a few shd hav bn there!

them tell you say football na the only sport in the country

Politics › Re: Remi Tinubu Set For Senate by DisGuy: 2:52pm On Jan 11, 2011

I see many hypocrites in here!!!

Islam › Re: Who Should Go To Hajj, Mum Or Wife? by DisGuy: 12:04am On Jan 11, 2011

Something similar happend this year, my uncle went with his wife and his dad, though his mother was against him spending the extra to take his wife which i dont understand, to me the dad is very old, not too healthy and has gone before!! some naija families sef

anyway, the man should take his mother then his wife will go some other time (buy her a ticket to Dubai to go shopping instead) grin

Or Allow his mother and Wife go he will go next time around

I think the Saudi authorities should enforce the ban on people going too often

Education › Re: Rating Of Secondary Schools In Nigeria by DisGuy: 10:40pm On Jan 10, 2011

lagcity:
Because of facilities, student to teacher ratio, and close supervison of student and teacher performance, the private schools in Nigeria are better than the public ones (GENERALLY). [size=18pt]This is evident when one looks at jsce and waec scores.[/size] Like some have already said, schools like Thomas Adewunmi college, Adesoye College, and St. Jude's in festac are some of

people keep talking about waec scores of these schools as if its readily available information, any school can claim to High scores in public exams especially when they are not verifiable, just like many politicians in nigeria claim to be student union president back in their school days cheesy

PLUS most schools can actually just teach their students to pass waec a bitl ike student studying to pass I.T exams wink

Career › Re: Gt Bank : Entry Level Aptitude Test Jan 8 2011 by DisGuy: 9:00pm On Jan 10, 2011

So how was it? cool

Politics › Re: Saraki Endorses Daughter As Pdp Governorship Candidate by DisGuy: 5:45pm On Jan 10, 2011

So the title of this thread should be changed, right?

_{thinking out loud}

First people were clamouring against the PDP in Kwara

Some were against a female leader- the state was described as backwards

So now, if you vote against Gbemi Saraki, you are being backwards

If you vote for PDP are you also endorsing PDP and maybe Saraki jnr

if you dont vote for PDP Saraki Snr will Win

tongue

Commissioner: Planning and Economic Development is the PDP candidate

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