₦airaland Forum

mrvitalis:
Investment is not the issue with eastern ports

Allow Ports import all goods they want... Don't limit certain goods to certain ports.. That's the Koko.. All this other things are rubbish

Allow us import pharmaceuticals ,chemicals ,foods, textile from any port not only Apapa like u have it now

Treachery is some people's middle name ! una know una selves!

ANSMEDIA:
President Tinubu Nominates ANSIPPA Boss, Mark Okoye As MD/CEO, South East Development Commission.

President Ahmed Bola Tinubu has nominated the Managing Director of Anambra State Investment Promotion and Protection Agency (ANSIPPA), Mr Mark Okoye, as the pioneer Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of South East Development Commission (SEDC).

Mr Okoye's name is contained in a new list of nominees forwarded by the President to the National Assembly for screening and confirmation.

Mark Okoye served as a Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning under in the immediate-past administration in Anambra State, after serving as a Senior Special Assistant to the governor in that same role, earning his place as one of the youngest political appointees in Anambra's history.

The new South East Development Commission aims to promote dynamic infrastructural development and sustainable economic growth in the South East region, and address the appalling legacies of the Nigerian Civil War, while tackling emerging challenges and laying the roadmap for a more secure and prosperous future for the South East.

In an adjusted list sent to the senate by the president equally appointed Hon. Emeka Atuma as chairman of the commission.

Other members are Barr. Ugochukwu H. Agballah, Hon. Okey Ezenwa, Chief Hyacinth Ikpor, Hon. Donatus Eyinnah Nwankpa, Barr. Ifeanyi Agwu Ph.D, Nasiru Usman and Hamma Adama Ali Kumo.

The additional nominees are Edward David Onoja, Orure Kufre Inima and Chief (Mrs.) Joke Adebayo-Chukwuma.

Prince Obinna Obiekweihe, Executive Director (Projects); Sen. Anthony O. Agbo, Executive Director, Finance and Administration; and Dr. Daniel Ikechukwu Ugwuja, Executive Director (Corporate Services), were also nominated.

Oil dey our brother's head! Congrats........I am sorry to see him leave Ansippa.......The guy was a huge asset.....a silent achiever! One day he will be governor of our state!

PressMyButton:
https://www.thecable.ng/rehabilitation-of-ajaokuta-steel-plant-to-commence-in-q1-2025-says-natasha-akpoti/

That plant was planned to be located in Onitsha but the powers that be located it in Ajaokuta.......where they do not have the gravitas to support such an industry...........had the right thing been done perhaps Innoson motors and c others would have been using flat sheets from the steel industry!

dre11:
https://newtelegraphng.com/recall-tinubu-moves-to-bring-peugeot-dunlop-back-to-nigeria/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=recall-tinubu-moves-to-bring-peugeot-dunlop-back-to-nigeria

This man qent to France he did not table this matter before his friend Macron......instead he signed away more of our mineral rights to his colonial Lord and master! We never get president......this one will waste another 8 years doing absolutely nothing! Are least Buhari na functional illiterate...Tinubu wey tear eye since is also clueless

ANSMEDIA:
Refreshing

poor in




I beg to disagree.........I love the intention behind the painting of the bridge but the conception and execution are poor from my biased judgment o! What is the idea behind this project...is it art or science or what exactly? If it is art then the execution is an overkill! You do not have to paint the whole bridge na!! Usually, artwork on public buildings especially bridges is limited to the piers..............as this bridge does not have visible piers they should have gone for an art motif that is not so distractive and hypnotizing as that checkerboard geometric designs....looking at that thing makes me dizzy! na wa o!

On a different note........I have not seen the much-avowed palm and coconut tree revolution that Soludo says is going on in Anambra state. I have not seen the planting of one single palm tree in any of the projects under construction in Anambra state. The palm tree is the most common tree in our environment.........am yet to see any one planted in the new state house, ICC, airport, or even the fun city..................no wonder we cannot stem the ravages of erosion! The Sahara desert was once very green like our forests! who is this environment commissioner.....he is still missing in action!

BlueStripper:
There is a reason why those checkpoints were installed by the Federal Government.

Have the stakeholders in the south east addressed those issues?

Considering the fact that the south east suffers more casualties as their economy is currently grossly affected, checkpoints everywhere and their children scattered everywhere due to insecurity. I expect them to address the root cause of the problem instead of playing to the gallery.

those checkpoints have been there before you were born....so keep your biased opinion to yourself,You are in your lekki paradise and have the nerves to question the reality of life in Igboland! You black Africans are never rational!

helinues:


Na Grace.. Even their great great grandpa's are nobody

The Emperor, the conqueror
The champion, the Lion is here
Nzogbu nzogbu
Enyimba enyi
Mastaa

you are bayo Onanuga...........old man!

Richtaiwo:
So that Okuama matter still dey?

Hmm, oboy, fear govt oh. You will not understand what you are enjoying until you are locked out of the world in one small dirty space and the whole doesn't even know you still exist.

Oga.....thousands of the same powerful governments have been brought down and demolished by the same people they victimized....problem with you Yoruba people is that your rabid tribalism has effectively demagnetized your moral compass!

ogododo:
https://dailytrust.com/just-in-30-killed-in-fresh-attacks-on-benue-communities/

Where is that sissy in heels.....called ? The guy only comes up when Igbo is mentioned!

hopexter:
It's the ohaneze that needs to stay out. Rivers is not Igbo land and the Ijaws and Ikwerres have repeatedly warned the Igbos to take their socio cultural group out of Rivers but no you Igbos are looking for fight then later look for who to blame. What you are trying to do in Lagos is the same thing you doing in Rivers. Begging for unity and try to grab lands.

So Ijaws can unite from south Africa to Lagos but Igbos cannot unite with their kith and kin in Rivers sate,,,,,,,,,maybe we need to practice our madness with you ijaws!

RecentHistory:
A lot of Igbos who have been displaced by the insurgency in the East have run into Asaba to seek refuge.

Asaba is an Igbo town!

kedeojo:
Benin city my state capital is a complete opposite. Oshiomole's effort to modernize Benin was thwarted by Obaseki a Benin man. Combined 16 years of Benin governors since 1999, yet the couldn't develop it. Others governors before Okowa didn't really did much but Okowa a delta igbo had the opportunity to upgrade Asaba. He shows he remembered home. With governor Okpeboho effort to resuscitate the water fountain at kings square, then there is hope for modernization of benin city properly. When I visited Asaba sometimes ago, I was really surprised cos the last time I went was not like that. Okowa transformed it.

Okowa tried but the real catalyst is the massive influx of wealthy and middle class families from Onitsha to Asaba due to insecurity and congestion ...............Asaba was like a suburb but infact is now a major metropolis with its own unique vibe!

Quelme:
Chukwudi come and wail o

you think say you dey do Igbo man...........! you are wasting your time! meat wey you pick from your teeth no dey belleful!

mrvitalis:
I'm waiting for how they would make lekki port viable without changing the executive order that gave Apapa advantage

If u don't understand what I mean there is an executive order that mandates certain critical goods can only come in through Apapa
.. Eg pharmaceutical and chemicals the list is long

That's why the lekki deep sea port is near dormant

Tribal and fiduciary interests will never allow Nigeria to grow........man no man! Ports wey full everywhere in America..........you swim or sink based on your business acumen...but here they will manipulate laws to favor themselves alone!

helinues:
Dumb gaslighting.

You will see other Yoruba's correcting Seyi on this thread. We don't support evil, we don't support disrespectful, we don't support arrogant and unmannered attitude.

Spade must be called what it is

Yes you are fearful of the north na! If na Igbo una go open mouth yakata ...talk anything wey enter your mind...comot here

Dapromzy333:
https://news360ng.com/nigerian-pastor-tobi-adegboyega-loses-deportation-fight-amid-1-87m-fraud-allegations/

Dem done carry dis one like dey carried his fore bear Ashimilowo back to the shittolian republic ! Muslims go leave their faith to become pastors after attending one emergency seminary ......to fleece the children of light!


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Richtaiwo:
South Africans don't want drug criminals in their country, simple and straightforward. Forget this meaningless mumbo jumbo you conjured here. Civilization isn't about engaging in all sorts of heinous crimes known to humanity and when rejected, begin to scream hate hate hate everywhere.

How far did you reject your former drug dealing president...next thing you will tag ndigbo as the aforementioned drug deakers........ndi uchu! Do you know how many Nigerian doctors are in SA .
........the South African authorities should be vicious with their drug laws simple!

Ewedegubbler:
Burna Is gangster wanabe who doesn’t have the balls. I remember when he messed with buffalo soldier and some zim guys in Johannesburg, he almost pooped ok himself before Ogbu rescued him from their hands

You dey dere! Gossip!

press9jatv:
When Tinubu signed the bill to law, Lagos State will enjoy their dividend of tax payment to the fg

Value-added tax or consumption or sales tax! if the revision is to recognize consumption, then eastern states will get more because..........you cannot add the value of import duties we pay on our containers as value-added tax derived from Lagos via the ports in Lagos....meanwhile, the goods are destined for Onitsha and Aba, etc It is even the easter states that are short-changed...........

OreMI22:
Dr. Peter Mbah stands out as one of the most progressive and visionary governors in Nigeria today. His determination to transform Enugu into a world-class city is unmatched, setting a high standard for leadership and development. Unlike many Nigerian governors who often make lofty promises without follow-through, Dr. Mbah is quietly achieving results through deliberate and impactful action.

One of his remarkable initiatives is his effort to position Enugu as the true conference capital of Africa—not just through rhetoric, but by establishing high-quality international hotels and state-of-the-art conference centers. Beyond this, he is revitalizing the tourism sector by creating vibrant attractions and recreational hubs that make Enugu an appealing destination for visitors.

To enhance accessibility for local and international tourists, Dr. Mbah has actively supported the modernization of Akanu Ibiam International Airport, ensuring it meets global standards. He has also gone a step further by launching "Enugu Air," the state’s airline. With the right technical partnerships, this airline could soon serve international routes directly from Enugu, making the state even more accessible to global travelers and boosting its economic potential.

What sets Dr. Mbah apart is his commitment to delivering projects of the highest international quality, a refreshing departure from the substandard, poorly executed projects that have plagued many Nigerian states. His attention to detail and insistence on excellence are reshaping Enugu's infrastructure and laying the foundation for a modern, thriving city.

I am deeply impressed by Dr. Mbah’s vision and relentless drive to midwife the birth of a truly world-class Enugu. His leadership gives hope for a brighter future, and I am excited to see how his transformative efforts continue to unfold. Enugu is indeed on the path to becoming a global city under his stewardship!

I cannot agree more! I am from Nnewi, and I appreciate Soludo's effort as well. However, some of his projects are stymied by poor conception and even worse finishing. However, of late, Soludo has improved a lot! I believe it's all about surrounding yourself with people of equal, if not better, vision! Patrick Mbah is a vibe on his own........the man just has style!GBAM

MadamVanessa:




That's for those that sees marriage as an achievement or winning laurel. However, those of us who have experienced it firsthand, we've realize it's overrated. Having tasted marriage and discovered its limitations, i no longer swayed by societal pressures. I value my independence and freedom above all else.

you no marry better man .....sorry!

PressMyButton:
When a man's ways pleases the Lord, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.


After God, na Tinubu 💪 God bless Nigeria

Better not take God's name in vain...kindly remove it from your tomfoolery! imagine !!!

emkz:
What Atiku said:


Let's now compare what each said. Atiku is in red, Obi in black:



Notice that Peter Obi had no originality in his submissions and only mouthed what Atiku said.

The question to both of them: have they read the bills?

you people never make any sense in your debate! That is how you people went and rushed the coastal road without any public input.......imagine building a monstrous 6-lane concrete highway........just hundreds of feet from 100% of our Atlantic coastline potentially destroying the scenic and ecological ambience of our coastlie..........where have you ever heard of such nonsense?

mrvitalis:
As an Igbo business man learn from Peter Obi... Never I repeat never join politics unless u have retired from active businesses and handed over the company to someone

This guy wasted about 12 years chasing useless Political dream... Master energy would have been the biggest petrol distribution company in Nigeria at the rate they were growing

His other companies are struggling oga focus on your business

Oil and gas retail business is a low margin business anywhere in the world..! Pinnacle oil, masters Oil and capital oil are all emergency business men out for a cut of unearned petroleum subsidy....dat one na business?

Taba21:
This is the only language Igbo understand.(DEATH ☠️)

You sef dey death proof! no you no dey die...............you be methuselah ! Biafra will come...go mark am for calendar!

owobokiri:
You guys are going to willfully celebrate a self hating monster, who has continuously denigrated her ancestral background, called immigrants that came into the UK the same way her father came in, all sorts of insulting words, and has basically built her political rise on the principle of enthroning the supreme hegemony of the dominating white elite!? It is this type of rabble rouser that you guys want to force us to go listen to? Do you guys have any atom of self dignity? Are you going to swallow poison because it's presented by someone from your tribe?

I am yet to see a yoruba person that can look the whiteman in the eyes and tell him to buzz off! ee no fit happen! The uncle tom In yorubas dey on another level! Ojukwu was already tearing white men slap for secondary school sef!

zoedew:
It reflected in your abysmal performance as Governor of Anambra State for eight years! Peter Obi has gone delusional!

Aside tax and spend policies and the useless and destructive lagos calabar coastal highway......what new initiative has tinubu introduced! The man is bereft of ideas!

Bigkoko:
Reality Check: Nigeria is a rogue politcian haven. They will love Nigeria because of the mass of un-educated, severely traumatized people. As I write this piece, one oyedele who supported buhari's 8 damn years of the locusts from 2015 -2023, and also supported Asiwaju from 2023 till date is planning to commit sucide. I hope he removes the thought of suicide, though I fear for him because one Sikiru actually just did in Ogun state. Elections, wise men actually told us has consequences!!! Like Roitweiler Ameachi, ex-gov of Rivers state told us, the cowards would rather commit suicide than own up or confronts their foolish electoral actions!

Wonders shall never end when a goverment decided to create dis-information and live solely lies.

Before we delve in properly into the fanfare surrounding the sudden tuke tuke rehabilitation of PH Refinery, let's ask ourselves what happened to the following fanfare too!
1. Nigeria Air.
2. Kano Rice pyramids.
3. Oil exploration in the north....

Let's hail the shortest Live refinery, re-opened with a fanfare involving the president subtly throwing jabs at his predicessors....the once strategic Port Harcourt refinery! A local community Liason official was the first to blow the whistle that PHC Refinery is not working. Nobody knew how he found out. But I will educated you for FREE.

[color=#000000] Quick facts about Port Harcourt Refinery [/color]
The Port Harcourt Refinery, located in Eleme Rivers State, Nigeria, was constructed by two different companies, as it consists of two separate plants:
1. The Old Refinery (Port Harcourt Refinery I):
Built in 1965 by Shell-BP (British Petroleum) under the guidance of the Nigerian government.
It initially had a refining capacity of 60,000 barrels per day (bpd).

2. The New Refinery (Port Harcourt Refinery II):
Constructed in 1989 by JGC Corporation (a Japanese engineering company).
This facility significantly expanded the overall refining capacity of the Port Harcourt Refinery to a total of 210,000 barrels per day (bpd) when combined with the old refinery. Together, the two refineries make up the Port Harcourt Refining Company (PHRC), which is owned and operated by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC).

Why the Port harcourt refinery will never work like a normal refinery.
Port Harcourt Refinery in Nigeria has faced persistent challenges that have prevented it from operating efficiently, and sometimes at all. These issues are symptomatic of broader systemic problems in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. Here’s an exploration of the key reasons:

1. Aging Infrastructure and Poor Maintenance
Obsolete Equipment: The original refinery (built in 1965) and the newer one (1989) both suffer from outdated technology. Over the decades, inadequate modernization has rendered the facilities less efficient.
Lack of Regular Maintenance: The Turnaround Maintenance (TAM) required to keep refineries operational has often been delayed, poorly executed, or plagued by corruption. Without proper maintenance, machinery deteriorates, leading to shutdowns.

2. Corruption and Mismanagement
Financial Mismanagement: Funds allocated for repairs and upgrades have often been misappropriated, leaving the refinery in a state of disrepair.
Contract Fraud: Contracts for maintenance or upgrades have sometimes been awarded to incompetent or politically connected companies, resulting in poor execution of critical projects.

3. Low Operational Efficiency
Below-Capacity Operation: When operational, the refinery has historically run far below its installed capacity of 210,000 barrels per day (bpd). This inefficiency makes it more economical to import refined products than to produce them locally.
High Production Costs: The cost of refining oil locally is significantly higher than international benchmarks, partly due to outdated technology and inefficiencies.

4. Dependence on Imported Petroleum Products
Despite having refineries, Nigeria imports most of its refined petroleum products due to the inability of local refineries to meet demand. This reliance reduces the incentive to invest in fixing the refineries, as importing remains a politically and economically entrenched system.

5. Vandalism and Insecurity
Pipeline Sabotage: Frequent attacks on oil pipelines disrupt the supply of crude oil to the refinery, further compounding production challenges.
Security Issues: General insecurity in the Niger Delta region, where the refinery is located, has discouraged investment and stability.

6. Policy and Governance Issues
Regulatory Challenges: Uncertainty in policies surrounding Nigeria’s downstream oil sector has created an unstable environment for long-term investments.
Subsidy Regime: The Nigerian government’s fuel subsidy program distorts the market, making local refining less competitive compared to subsidized imported products.

7. Privatization and Delays
Attempts to privatize or concession the refinery have faced delays and controversies. While there is talk of rehabilitating the refinery (including a $1.5 billion rehabilitation deal with Italian company Tecnimont in 2021), such projects often face setbacks due to bureaucracy or lack of political will.

8. Competition from New Refineries
With the completion of private initiatives like the Dangote Refinery, there is skepticism about whether the Port Harcourt Refinery can compete. New refineries with modern technology may overshadow older government-run facilities.

[color=#000000] Summary of the above: [/color]
For the Port Harcourt Refinery to become operational and sustainable, it requires a combination of:
1. Modernization of infrastructure. (Very possible, but a waste of resources)
2. Transparent governance and effective policy reform. (Very unlikely with Asiwaju..you all know why)
3. Adequate security measures. ( Very possible, with total overhaul of political security agents).
4. A shift from reliance on imports to local refining as a national priority. ( Very possible with Dangote refinery).

Without these systemic changes, the refinery is unlikely to operate efficiently, if at all.

How the bubble got punchored
Eleme community in Rivers state host the ill-fated refinery, and as a normal normal, the community collects fees from tankers trooping in to load petrol, that is a huge source of inflow for the community. Now, most of the Hausa drivers came all the way from the North to queue up early actually have been there for days without any sign of petrol....then, as usual with the nepotism & tribalism that affects every sector of Nigeria, their kinsman at the top hierarchy of Refining section of NNPCL blew the whistle that there is no petrol, that all they saw on TV with Kairi & Asiwaju swinging a dance after a binge of burukutu and soured cassava, was infact cosmetic..... Vrooom...the drivers started demanding the money paid to the community be refunded back as the purpose to their driving in all the way from the North to the south for Fuel was not provided! Vrooom....Community Liason officer forward March to a mainstream TV and shouted that the PHC Refinery is not working....the rest is history! Many miscreants here on nairaland doesn't know this.

Propaganda Doesn't Build a Refinery
In a room thick with the echo of promises, a leader stood before the people. His words soared like arrows, crafted with care, aimed at the hearts of a hopeful crowd. He painted grand visions of prosperity—gleaming refineries standing tall, rivers of crude turned to wealth, and jobs flowing as freely as oil. The applause was deafening, the slogans catchy. But slogans, like shadows, are weightless.

You can't distill crude oil with speeches. You can't lay pipelines with grandiose rhetoric or weld steel with the heat of fervent applause. It takes blueprints, sweat-stained overalls, and the hum of machinery grinding against metal. It takes engineers who think in equations, not metaphors; workers who labor under the sun, not in the glow of a podium. why am not surprised? For a journey supposedly led by engineers to study the safety factors of CNG, Asiwaju sent comedians instead. We all saw what a Ukrainian comedian have done to Innocent Ukrainians!

The townsfolk grew restless as time wore on. The promised refinery remained a mirage on the horizon, a phantom of campaign posters designed for 2027....but the gods are wise! Meanwhile, fuel prices climbed, and local economies shrank. Farmers wondered why their tractors idled for lack of diesel. Mothers asked why groceries cost more when goods were harder to transport. Propaganda doesn’t fill tanks or keep engines running. Even Asiwaju proganda first introduced to to the whole nation in 2015, is slowly dying a death fashioned against it by able, spirit filled, monstrously powerful nigerian Gen Zs!

One day, a young engineer—he hands calloused from work, not applause—stood up. He spoke softly but clearly, her words grounded in reality. “We don’t need speeches. We need cement, steel, and skilled hands. We need leaders who know that progress is forged in action, not broadcast on airwaves.” Too bad, that shot didnt come from an engineer..those lots are all filled by their tribesmen, lankies, co-travellers, church & mosques members, the shot came from a Community Liason officer whose derison has wore off. he is now aturned toreality that idea, Propaganda doent build a refinery!

His call resonated. The people began to demand accountability, clarity, and most importantly, results. They stopped cheering for hollow words and started working for tangible change. They remembered that infrastructure rises not from the glitter of promises but from the grit of effort.
Then the bubble broke! Rightly or wrongly Asiwaju was been set up for disgrace by his own team. Bayo, the old man started insulting baba Iyabo...a man who has done a lot for nigeria. He took OBJ to the cleaner praising the drug bagman to highest heaven all because of a morsel of bread. Now the set up for disgrace is completed. there is no refining of petrol products....this is why!
The people will suffer much more before they all have sense. Because, as they learned, propaganda doesn’t build a refinery. People do.

Why TAM (Turn Around maintenance) on PHC Refinery seeks like a complex protocol of launching man to mercury!
Every refinery is based on a simple science process which we call Fractional Distillation. It is a scientific process that used a combination of heat & catalyst to seperate Crude Oil ( a base ingredients) into fractions such as petrol, kersone (domestic & aviation) throght a specific part of the refining set up called Fractionating Columns. Coconut headed miscreants you iliterates deserved to be charged a fee for this free lessons... like i earlier said, no free thing for any miscreants who after foolishly supporting the Daura clown, still followed up on his foolishness to support Asiwaju! If you dont pay, one way or the other, the fee will still be collected, in cash or in kind!

Now, this is the truth they don't tell you. hear it for free! THe blueprint upon which the PH Refinery was built can not be sustained. Companies that built have since elevated their building process. And no longer produces parts linked to the blue prints. what crooks in Nigerian Govt do occasionally is to source for 3rd party manufacturers to supply parts to is beloved to fit in. More like still wanting to use your 1980 Mercedes E class, but the parts are no longer produced, so you resort to buying parts made by a similar brand looking for money from foolish 3rd word corrupt officials! Tell me anywhere in the world where a hyped refinery stopped working after fanfare? My only problem is that industry watchers in the West would think every passport carrying Nigeria they see is as foolish as the Nigerian govt led by Asiwaju or more foolish like the miscreants here on nairaland.

Malta refinery, in conection with their broader plans!
Their plan is simple.....make a top secret plan to show Asiwaju has re-opened PH refinery, while they secretly import fuel from the refinery their surrogateds are buying up around the world, especially Malta, dispense these in PH refinery and sell to truckers. since truckers are buying from re-engineered distribution base in Eleme, they will believe the refinery is working!

Motherfvckers dont even know how to work on a plan for more than one week, then the lies collapsed on them. PH refinery shuts down screams tone of the Lagos Ibadan Expressway Media; Punch!

Now, here's my candid observation!
In Greek mythology which i am actually an expert... i studied the gods of ancient Greece, the curse of greed manifests in various myths as a moral lesson about the dangers of excessive desire for wealth and power. Greed often leads to divine punishment or tragic consequences, illustrating the ancient Greek belief in moderation and balance, known as s[color=#000000]ophrosyne[/color]. Here are some key examples where the curse of greed is central:

1. King Midas and the Golden Touch
The most famous example of greed is the story of King Midas, a wealthy and powerful ruler. Midas was granted a wish by the god Dionysus after showing kindness to the satyr Silenus. Blinded by greed, Midas wished that everything he touched would turn to gold. Initially thrilled, he soon realized the curse of his greed: food, water, and even his beloved daughter turned to lifeless gold upon contact. Midas begged Dionysus to revoke the gift, and he was instructed to wash in the River Pactolus to rid himself of the curse. This myth serves as a warning against unbridled materialism and the consequences of valuing wealth above all else.

2. The Tale of Erisichthon
Erisichthon, a Thessalian king, desecrated a sacred grove of Demeter, the goddess of agriculture, to build a banquet hall. This act of sacrilege, driven by his insatiable desire for luxury, incurred the goddess’s wrath. Demeter cursed him with insatiable hunger. No matter how much he ate, Erisichthon could never satisfy his appetite. Consumed by his greed and hunger, he eventually devoured himself. This myth underscores how greed can lead to self-destruction.

3. Nemesis and the Punishment of Hubris
The goddess Nemesis, the personification of divine retribution, often punished those who exhibited hubris (excessive pride or greed). For example, she punished figures like Narcissus, who was consumed by self-love, and others who sought more than their share of power, wealth, or adoration. Nemesis reminds mortals that greed and excess disturb the natural order, leading to downfall.

What a lot of people don't know is that Asiwaju is under a curse. he knows he is cursed, and like anyone carrying the mark of a curse, anything they put hand will not work. Even with the sincerest of intentions, it wont work. Now, not that I am an overly religious person...but my gurus, and others that guide me on the right paths alwaays tell me to stay away from FREED, GREED, & GREED! Because it kills slowly everything you wish! Asiwaju is a greedy fellow, and the curse associated with all greedy fellows will surely show up! This is what you all are seeing..

Moral Lesson in Greek Mythology
In Greek mythology, greed is portrayed as a destructive force that disrupts harmony and brings ruin. The curse of greed isn't merely divine punishment; it is a natural consequence of violating the principles of balance and moderation that the gods, and by extension the universe, uphold. These stories served as moral guidance for ancient Greeks, warning them to practice self-restraint and humility

1989 refinery technology cannot be said to be obsolete..............1965 tech maybe but certainly not 1989!

Editorialtimes:
Abuja, Nigeria — The Apapa Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has achieved a record-breaking revenue collection of approximately ₦2.1 trillion for the year 2024, marking a significant milestone in trade facilitation and national economic contributions.

This achievement was celebrated in Abuja, where Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC) Wale Adeniyi commended the reforms spearheaded by Dr. Babatunde Olomu, the Customs Area Controller of the Apapa Port Command.

Tackling Revenue Leakages

Under Olomu’s leadership, the Apapa Command established a Revenue Recovery Committee to tackle leakages, particularly at bonded terminals. This initiative, coupled with the creation of a dedicated team to resolve complaints and disputes, was instrumental in achieving the unprecedented revenue milestone.

Speaking at the recognition ceremony, CGC Adeniyi highlighted the importance of the Apapa Command’s efforts in promoting efficiency and accountability.



He added that the Customs Service’s focus on positive reinforcement is fostering a motivated and high-performing workforce, positioning the organization for sustained success.

Recognition and Encouragement

In acknowledgment of his leadership and impact, Dr. Olomu was honored for his contributions to trade facilitation, revenue generation, and overall operational excellence.

Reacting to the accolade, Olomu urged Nigerian entrepreneurs to leverage the ease-of-doing-business initiatives at Apapa Port, emphasizing the streamlined processes introduced under the CGC’s modernization regime.



A Strategic Focus on Growth

The Apapa Command’s performance underscores the Nigeria Customs Service's strategic focus on innovation and accountability. By addressing systemic issues and simplifying trade procedures, the Apapa Port has become a hub for efficient and transparent operations, setting a benchmark for other ports across the country.

The recognition of the Apapa Command not only highlights its achievements but also reinforces the Customs Service's commitment to supporting Nigeria’s economic transformation.

Source: The Bureau Newspaper

Tinubunomics = Tax, Borrow and Spend !!!

aswani:
That will be dissapointing if the SE legislators don't see the sense in this. Maybe they are looking for something in return like Biafra which is fair enough.

I don't agree they are any more a basket case that depends on resources than other Southern states sha.

Takimg a closer look at this bill, you will see it a win win for all apart from lazy politicians who now have to work harder.

oya now! let us carry our basket case and go...una no still gree, maybe there is something the Igbos actually bring to the table! I wonder what that is?