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PhockPhockMan: 2015 Elections Will Shock The World – Jonathan.



http://www.punchng.com/news/2015-elections-will-shock-the-world-jonathan/

[size=30pt]Who the hell tell you sey u dey go for 2015 election? Na inside Prison you go run your 2015 election. Mark my word [/size]

[size=15pt]Shameful Hitler...after you suspend him and God lifts him high lolz

Sanusi please beware, make sure you eat from the same plate with that krook JEG if not he will poison you O!, you remember M.K.O?.
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offorkansi: THE PAINFUL REALITY OF A NIGERIAN GRADUATE

On Friday July 18th, I boarded a night bus for the first time in my life. I was very apprehensive given the bad state of our roads and the activities of men of the underworld. The risk associated with travelling by road for 10 long hours and the resources I would expend in the process made the choice a very difficult decision to arrive at, especially when I considered the fact that the result of the exam which I was billed to write could go either way. Just last two weeks, the Petroleum trust development Fund (PTDF), released the list of successful candidates for their oversee scholarship after about 8months of endless waiting. I became worried that some powerful Nigerians may take advantage of the long wait to rig the selection process. My suspicion heightened when a friend called me and asked me to send my particulars, so that his sister who works with the government, can help increase my result score. I regretted not sending my particulars to this friend when last week, a former school mate called me to inform me that he had passed the PTDF exam. Knowing that I did not see him during the exams, I asked him which center he wrote his own exam, he laughed and told me flatly that he didn’t sit for the exams. His name miraculously appeared on the successful candidates list because he has a powerful Uncle who pulled some strings on his behalf.

Now you understand why going to Lagos for the exams was a big deal for me. I went anyway; I took the risk to travel to Lagos from Port Harcourt for the Seplat recruitment exam because I needed the job. I have a job, but the opportunity of landing a better job will always be appealing. Luckily, I arrived at the venue of the exams in ample time to brush my teeth and change my shirt. As I readied myself for the test, I met a guy who also came from Port Harcourt for the recruitment exercise and we got talking. He told me how he was invited for a Halliburton interview and I was thinking to myself, ‘this guy must be very intelligent’. I was crestfallen when he told me that he did not even apply for the job in the first place, to talk of sitting for the exams. He was merely invited for the interview at the instance of his highly connected brother who was part of the system. He must have seen the shock on my face because I could barely talk, when he started telling me that he wished he had brought someone to sit for the exam on his behalf.

Few months ago, 21 graduates lost their lives in the NIS recruitment exam. Till today, the Minister under whose watch this recruitment heist was pulled off is still at the helms of affair in the Ministry of Interior. Hundreds of thousands of graduates were subjected to an exam when most of the slots have been taken by politicians and top ranking civil servants. We have moved on from that debacle and the millions of naira creamed off from jobless Nigerians are yet to be refunded even after Mr. President’s directive. The government which seems overwhelmed by the present security challenges is barely doing enough to arrest unemployment and the major opposition party seems too busy with insulting the ruling party, that it can hardly find the time to tell Nigerians how they intend to create jobs if elected. Recruitment agencies are cashing in on the misfortune of graduates to rip them off by hoodwinking them with different kinds of graduate programs and fees to help them search for non-existent jobs. Companies on the other hand are making it very difficult for fresh graduates by introducing obnoxious recruitment criteria. If companies are not asking for impossible years of experience (as if you can have an experience without working), they will be calling for age brackets that will disqualify many graduates because of the time wasting NYSC program.

This country is becoming increasingly difficult for young Nigerians who do not have connections or are unwilling to soil their integrity. It is a sad reality that in today’s Nigeria, who you know is better than what you read or graduated with. Hard work and competence count for nothing in a nation where nepotism has been elevated mediocrity above excellence. Graduates are becoming desperate as their patience wanes with each passing day, even as they see the opulence displayed by our greedy politicians. My worry is that one day, this critical mass of our population may revolt and its consequences will be worse than the present crisis in the North East. What worries me even more is that more youths are ready to do whatever it takes to become gainfully employed, including selling their conscience. The future of this country will be in dire straits if her future leaders are brought up to believe that honesty, hard work and competence, do not pay. Something urgent needs to be done about the ugly reality of Nigeria graduates.

I can only hope for the best as I await the result of the Seplat recruitment exam, since I do not have any big man to plead my case.
Offor honest is an active Nigerian Youth. Please follow me on Twitter @honest4change.

[size=15pt]What about if you have Masters from Canada as a Nigerian? Does it mean you cant still get a job with a whole Canadian Masters? [/size]

ayukdaboss: Why is this on Front Page??
Did someone hack nairaland this morning?
The spellings on the topic as well the post are wrong...Wetin dey happen to nairaland sef?

*Goes back to sleep*

Nairaland is becoming unprofessional, why?

Does anyone know the price of Cheapest flight from Lagos to New York and name of the Airline?


Thank you.

Chillisauce: Proff exams and masters from Canada and USA selling royal milk . My guy, either you no sabi lie or those people na correct olodo.

Thank God for your own and on behalf of that your brothers, sisters and friends... Just enjoy the goodness of God in their life...

needful: Please solomonwise and lovely, stop arguing with dotcomnamename who doesn't know anything about Canada or even the UK he is siding. For ur information Solomon and Co, dotcomnamename is a domain buyer and seller and he hasn't even crossed naija border to cotonu not to talk about going to Canada or even uk. If u want to know more about dotcomnamename, go to business forum and u will see his hand work as a domainer. Pls solomonwise, reserve ur comment for our almighty Canadian forum and leave dotcomnamename.

lol, i left Naija over 10 years ago Now you see how you just shop F9 , ask the domain gurus in the business section i am very sure some of them will definitely tell you where i live, some of them should even have my pics ... I've lived in those arguing countries before and i spent 4 years in one and 2 years in one, until i finally relocated to a small beautiful quiet country 'Island of the Ireland' .

I live in Baile Átha Cliath, the English name is : DUBLIN This is the country where one of the Nairaland travel moderators ''Vicjustice'' lives too.

Since i get called back to work i stopped domain guru, if you read my recent posts in the biz section you will see that i stopped domain guru few months ago...

Everyone here only giving their opinion even though the op have the final decision and good luck to him... But next time, if you'e not sure about someone its advisable you don't bother to comment about the person.

However, you got your info wrong about where i live and domain guru

You try but you no get am, but [size=20pt]Shop Knuckle [/size]

Wetin Concern me?

Meanwhile, Mesut Ozil has donated his €350,000 World Cup bonus to the Children of Gaza.

worry359: If you do not understand
Please forget that I mentioned it.

OK

worry359: We should not condone this
BUT

If he has some CASH money in his pocket when he goes to Abuja it "might" oil the wheels.
DO NOT try this in the UK!

What do you mean please? How? Be more explanatory.

justwise: That i don't know. He needs to visit them to make that inquiry

Ok, thanks

justwise: He can get TC from Nigerian embassy to enable him travel to Nigeria and come back with his ILR card

Ok, do you think the Nigerian embassy can issue the TC on his real name and dob? or the wrong name and dob?

kizbad: Many Nigerians grew up dreaming of living in Lagos or Abuja, which are known to be the most expensive cities in Nigeria. In reality, they can’t afford the cost of living in these cities because they come with high price tags. On the other hand, some Nigerians are looking for the cheapest cities to live in, places where our Naira will last a little longer, no matter their expenses.
Fortunately, there are cities that offer low cost of living with thriving economy, countless opportunities for investment and to earn money. The cities also offer laid back lifestyle, political stability and low cost housing.
Here are the 10 cheapest cities to live in Nigeria. These cities share one principal similarity, which is low cost of living.
Ikot Ekpene
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Ikot Ekpene is known as the ‘Raffia City’, is situated in Akwa Ibom state. The city is famous for its commercial activities and raffia business. Ikot Ekpene is the regional centre of commerce; it is famous for its commercial activities where notable exports of palm products and ground crops come cheap. Housing is affordable as new apartment buildings have all the modern amenities. The city and its neighbouring areas are accessible with public transportation, which are cheap and plentiful.
Aba
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Low-cost housing in Aba has become a strong incentive for those who relocate to this quiet and peaceful city in Abia State. Houses are affordable, even to those with a median household income. Aba is a popular destination in the Eastern part of Nigeria, major economic contributions such as textiles, plastics, cement, cosmetics has contributed to the city’s affordability repute. The city has the largest market in West Africa, Ariaria International Market and that is why Fashion-savvy and business people visit this city for exportation and importation of goods. Food is very cheap because of the numerous villages surrounding this city and transportation is very affordable. The city’s oil wells and natural gas repository has given the city an added energy, attracting business travellers and investors from around the world.
Ibadan
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Ibadan is no longer that ancient city that was struggling to adapt to modernization. A visit to Ibadan would convince you that it is a place to inhabit when compared the cost of living in Lagos or other major cities. Every modern amenities and ritz in any modern city in Nigeria can be found in Ibadan. Many of the older buildings have been renovated and the city now has a matchless blend of modern and conservative. From upscale neighbourhood, vibrant nightlife to cheap transportation, the city has it all. The low housing cost and high quality living standard has attracted many people to relocate to the city.
Ikom
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Ikom is actually a small town, rather than a city but it’s far more expansive and modern compared to some other Nigerian towns. It’s somewhat more lively and cheaper than you might otherwise expect. Modern development has started to creep in and the city has beautiful tourist attraction sites such as Nigeria’s Stonehenge called Ikom Monoliths, Afi rain forest, Ikom town beach and Agbokim Waterfall. The city has almost everything a Nigerian could want, from fresh foods to low cost housing and a peaceful environment. For more of a standard family lifestyle, you will be happy you to relocate to Ikom. Obudu Cattle Ranch is not very far from the town.
Ilorin
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Prices for several things in Ilorin are cheaper than you can ever imagine. Ilorin is a blessed city with beautiful attractions, great educational facilities, natural resources, historical relics and health facilities for the residents. The city has no shortage of opportunities, the number of companies and businesses has boosted because the boundless business culture makes it an illustrious city for entrepreneurs and investors. Those who live here get anything they want since the city offers plenty ways to live cheaply. Housing is affordable, it is incredibly inexpensive to rent an apartment.
Onitsha
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At the present, Onitsha is more urbanized compare to the ancient Onitsha where crime was once the order of the day. The city is located in Anambra State and has now become a residence to those who want to live in an exciting and vibrating city. Public transportation goes everywhere and makes getting around very easy. The city has undergone various developmental efforts and has become a more livable city, particularly for families. From low cost of living to cheap housing, Onitsha got it all for you.
Ile Ife
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Ile Ife has many cultural sights and offer residents affordability of many things. Situated in Osun State, Ife is home to one of Africa’s largest ethnolinguistic groups and the famous the Natural History Museum of Nigeria and the Obafemi Awolowo University. The cost of living is cheap; abundant food and a sense of adventure is very widespread in the town. It is an entertaining place to call home and its becoming increasingly affluent with many successful businesses. The city is truly an amazing place to live, especially for young families.
Zaria
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Zaria was formerly known as Zazzau, one city in the Northern Nigeria that is experiencing relative peace with no fear hanging in the air. It is the home of the largest university in Nigeria, Ahmadu Bello University and home to other famous schools in Nigeria. It is quiet and has lots of attractions sites like the Queen Amina Wall and other places. The cost of living in Zaria is very low. Goods and services are relatively affordable and transportation is cheap too. The city is an ideal place to live; the residents are rewarded with a interesting culture and low prices on everything they want.

- See more at:http://www.askranker.com/2014/07/10-cheapest-cities-to-live-in-nigeria.html

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justwise: He should go to Nigerian embassy with those documents, he need to book appointment before going. If he is asked to travel to Nigeria to do it then there is nothing wrong with that. It can only be done in Abuja, he needs to go with that passport, those documents and the ILR card to immigration there to sort it out.

Ok i understand now, but if he is asked to travel to Nigeria to do the new passport there on his real name and date of birth, how is he going to travel to Nigeria? because the passport is not with him and it has even expired since then. I wonder how he will go out of the country to Nigeria to do a new passport in Abuja?

justwise: He can't run away from the issue, there is no point using a lawyer, he should visit Nigerian embassy to speak to somebody and start dealing with the issue. Nigerian embassy can issue him a new passport however, this is not a straight forward case.

Does he have documents like educational certificate, birth certificates and bank accounts in his real name in Nigeria before he left?

Yes he has all those documents in his real name and date of birth.

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justwise: Ok, but he got no choice other than to visit Nigerian embassy to explain himself, though its going to be a tough one. They would want to know why he used another ID to enter the UK and decided to change to another ID.

Thank you justwise God bless, that was exactly what i told him too, but he's scared of explaining himself to the Nigerian embassy. According to him, it was the person that secure visa for him from nigeria that used different name and different date of birth to obtain the e-passport for him at first because he said the person said he can only secure a visa for him with different name and different date of birth, and when he arrive in the country where he seek asylum he told them the truth his real name and real date of birth and he has been using his real details which they now gave him leave to remain on. Now, what do you think is the worst thing the Nigerian embassy could do to him if he go there and explain himself to them about this? And secondly do you think it is advisable for him to let his solicitor handle this by contacting the Nigerian embassy on his behalf to explain the situation to them?

Thirdly, do you think Nigerian embassy can issue him a new passport on his real name and real date of birth if they eventually know that he has obtained one passport before on different name and different date of birth?

Lastly, do you think the Nigerian embassy have the right and opportunity to issue him a new passport on his real name and his real date of birth if they know that he has obtained one passport before on different name and different date of birth, because we have been hearing from different people that he must go to Abuja to sort this out.?

Thank you

Harmvirus: I don't agree with the bolded. Maybe in the group stage but from the knock out stage till finals, Messi was in ghost mode

4 different times world best we're talking here mate!

Gbammmmmm

Sanchez01: No, Messi did not flop in the competition. He failed to stand up when he was needed the most. His goals were vital, yes, but Messi did not carry the team, rather, Angel Di Maria did carried the team more than Messi, everyone knows this. The Sabella/Maradona/Low's tale, to me it's only an excuse... Ronaldo couldn't perform at this World Cup because the La Decima fight and the 'La liga fight to the end' took its toll on him. He played the Champions League final with his injury and was declared 'unfit' for the World Cup before it started. @the bolded, I don't know what kind of a TV set you watched the match from. Germany dominated from the start to the very end and it was obvious. @the highlighted blue, you ended up nailing yourself. Messi and Argentina depended heavily on Di Maria to make the difference. And finally, that a player is past his peak does not mean that he won't score goals, no. It solely means that he won't be able to create the sparks he used to. The present Messi is not the same as the 'genius' he was claimed to be...

He did not fail, he was outstanding in this tournament..... From the beginning of the tournament his name has been a Christmas song due to his outstanding performance in the tournament until yesterday. Does that mean he should be excluded from what he deserve simply because he did not score a goal? I'm a #TeamGermany but the truth must be said here. Messi deserve it.. I hope you watch Sky News this morning about how they explain why and how Messi deserve it and why he won the golden ball?

justwise: How did he get residency without submitting his passport during the application?

Justwise thank you for your question, he got a leave to remain on humanitarian ground through the asylum system.

Even UEFA President Platini wants a piece of Ozil's World Champion...

Here he is asking for Ozil's jersey

#TeamOzilArsenal #WorldChampion

Arsenal World Cup Champion

Mesut Özil

Haters hang yourself..

UP GUNNER

[size=20pt]Mannuel Neuer won the best Goalkeeper

Lionel Messi won the Golden ball, best player of the tournament
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