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 European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by Emperoh(m): 7:24pm On Jul 18, 2012 |
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| Car Talk › Re: Cotonou Car Market Vs Berger Lagos Car Market by Emperoh(m): 12:55pm On Jul 18, 2012 |
Henix: @EmperohMy brother, i haven't given Femy2010 any business but he is one person who through my interactions with him, have shown a comfortable level of professionalism and honesty. The few times we have had close to businesses, he's always been open and straight forwards. I haven't used him cos i have not had a reason to do the Cotonou route. He has also been a prominent feature in the auto section of this forum and contributed to discussions. While i can recommend him, i will ask you to go a step further to do do your due diligence on him before parting with your hard earned money. Assure yourself first before commissioning him. But be sure you can go with him to Cotonou to make your choice. |
| Politics › Re: Enugu, The Pride Of The East. by Emperoh(m): 11:07am On Jul 18, 2012 |
afam4eva: O boy, na so land take cost for Enugu?? Nna men, i have to head to the village to ask for my inheritanceGuy, i no fit shout. Was with a friend in Enugu last June and he took me to a new developing area. A huge undeveloped area on the left side on your way to PH just around the Maryland interchange of the express. A plot there costs about 4m. In an estate of 3 bedroom bungalows that were already done, a unit goes for N9m. I held my hands in disbelief. Where my parents live now: Trans Ekulu New GRA, we paid for that plot in 2002 for around 2m Today and as i type, the adjoining plot which we demarcated is being priced for N14m just after 10 years and u have a 700 percent appreciation There is no better investment than land in Enugu; trust me!! |
| Literature › Re: Nairaland's Literary & Debating Day - You Are Cordially Invited! by Emperoh(m): 5:04pm On Jul 17, 2012 |
Seems like fun!! Can i join the judges? [size=4pt]Just be sure Coogar will win this if i am one of the judges[/size] |
| Car Talk › Re: Cotonou Car Market Vs Berger Lagos Car Market by Emperoh(m): 10:39am On Jul 17, 2012 |
Ndata: @Emperoh Is it possible after buying a vehicle in Cotonou to drive it yourself down to Naija and pay the custom duty by yourself at the border?I think someone has already answered your questions. Be that as it may, i will chip in that you decide whether to clear the car yourself or through a licensed agent. If you have the time, no wahala but if you don't, please engage the services of an agent. But please, never try to drive the car down until you are sure your complete duty has been paid. Good luck in you purchase. 1 Like |
| Car Talk › Re: Cotonou Car Market Vs Berger Lagos Car Market by Emperoh(m): 10:32am On Jul 17, 2012 |
thomasjohn: @ EmperohForgive me sir, but i am not so knowledgeable about Peugeot engines. But i will address the issues to the best of my knowledge. Q.1 = Yes, it is possible to get a LHD 406 with the engine specification at Cotonou. The market is very wide and vast. The RHDs you see are mostly imported from UK. Look for Peugeots 406 used in France, Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, Spain, Holland or Austria. These are countries where you have LHD cars and were the use is very decent. You will be asking me how you can identify them? Some will still have their plate numbers as was used in Europe on them. Look at it very well, it will give you a clue on how and where it was used. But like i warned earlier, do a PROPER inspection before parting with your money. Once your money or deposit enters their hands, that is the end of it. You take the car or forget the money. Q.2 = Maximum age of cars to be imported to Nigeria legally is 15 years that is, 1997 till date are all legal. You can still bring in under-aged cars through the legal routes but bear in mind that for it to come through, you will have to declare it as a 15 - vehicle. That means you will be paying more excise duty on it instead of less. E.g; if you buy a 1993 Honda Accord, the only way you can clear it in Lagos is to declare it as a 98 or 99 Accord else, na seizure be that. Q3. = This depends on the agent you use. I suggest Femy2010 but please do your due diligence on him and agree a commission with him instead of having him give u a lump price. This way, you are in control of what is being spent and what is going to who. If you can, go with him all through the way if you have the time. The process is; you pick your vehicle at Cotonou, you for the car and the union fees there, pull it to Seme. At Seme, the car goes to the export vehicle Seat of Cotonou gendarme. You clear with the Cotonou end and then it's take to the Nigerian end of Seme. It is at this point that flying starts. But legally, it's to be driven to the Nigerian Customs vehicle seat at Seme border from where all the duties are paid. Once you have done the legal thing, drive your car home with peace of mind. Q4. = What i will give you is only a guess. I am not sure. Please ask. But i think it should be around N150-N180k. Discuss with who you are working with. God luck with your search!! I am very willing to attend to your questions 1 Like |
| Car Talk › Re: Cotonou Car Market Vs Berger Lagos Car Market by Emperoh(m): 11:16pm On Jul 16, 2012 |
This knotty issue again! But it will keep popping up, since people are not yet so informed as to what to do and where to look for what you want. But i will, to the best of my ability, address this issue as i understand it. Most people who will say Cotonou is better are those whose businesses are serviced from that end. Hence, they might not reveal all the attendant factors to you. But it is always better to be in the right light and present issues as they are. It is just like me telling you that direct import from Yankee is your best bet since that is where i feed from. But the final decision lies with the buyer. What we owe them as dealers, is to present them with the true and exact picture. I feel more satisfied laying my chips on the table and the buyer walking away cos it doesn't favour him, than carry the burden of managing series of lies that you have told all in a big to win the business. I will summarise what these two purchase avenues offer you. Cotonou gives you an array of options to choose from. From the clean title to the downright ridiculous lemons, they all have it all. The market is a case of shine your eyes and shine it well because once your money enters their hands, that is the end of it. If the car is sound, your luck if it is not sound, na you sabi. All i know is that you have paid and there is no going back. The Cotonou auto mart is very very large! Almost the size of Festac in Lagos. U will need the services of a motor bike to able to criss cross its length and breadth. As big as it is, so are the choices you have. But like the proverbial lizards that are on their belly, you can never differentiate the one with belly ache. On the cost aspect, Cotonou is only cheaper than Lagos because, they will NEVER pay a duty on the import. That is to say, they smuggle in the cars, then go and conjure some customs documents for you at a cheap fee. Reason: the moment duty is paid on it, the price is no better than the direct American imports found in Lagos. This is why, some of them run into trouble or why some of the dealers going through that route can be insincere. But be mindful that there are sincere and honest ones as well. But do not expect that duty is paid on any vehicle brought in from Cotonou, unless you are willing to pay the price as stated. Even in cases like this, they still pocket the money. So shine your eyes. Advantages: Wide array of choices to buy from Often times cheap and reasonable prices A good dealer will help you get a good deal and nice, neat car. Disadvantages Poor customer service. The moment you pay, that is the end of it. No refund of money. No customs duty is paid on the unit making your car susceptible to being impounded by Customs Insincere middlemen can ruin your transaction or sell you a bad car. Smuggling will mean that there is no fixed arrival time for your car Logistics can be very cumbersome and risky atimes. It's a risky journey up until your car lands. But MOST dealers who know their onions scale through almost every time. Verdict: If you can stand the troubles, go with a dealer who knows the business well and is open, straight forward and honest and i assure you, you will have a nice shopping experience. Above all, pray to pay for the right car. Berger In all honesty, Berger can be a nightmare and a wonderful experience as well. But one thing to look out for is the fact that most Berger dealers source their cars from Cotonou While a good number of others are accidented cars from USA or Europe. It is a large market but i reckon it is also an expensive place to buy a car from. They had a reputation of stocking stolen cars and i wouldn't know if this is still the case. Their sales people can sell you a lemon as brand new so watch out. Personally, i will only buy at Berger as a last resort. Other car lots in Lagos offer much better options. But one major advantage of Berger is that most high end cars are decent buys. Where you have issues is when buying low end cars. Touts can also be a nightmare there so beware. Advantages Gives you the luxury of pay and drive off. No awaiting arrivals and endless stories High end cars are pretty much ok to buy there. A wide array of options to choose from though not as big as Cotonou Strategic location makes it easier to locate and assess. Disadvantages Touts can be a nightmare. If you can find your way around Cotonou, why go to Berger? Most of them source their cars from Cotonou A bad reputation of stolen cars and other auto vending vices The most expensive auto centre known to me. This is in the sense that they can sell you a lemon at the price of a clean, decent, accident free vehicle. Insincerity of sellers abound. Almost no refund when you have paid. Verdict Only go to Berger on two grounds. When you have searched and can't find the car in other auto outlets and if you have a trusted ally in Berger. That's the only way to avoid the sharks there. On a general note, buying a car is not an activity you can pull off from your desk especially if you are not so much into cars. Extensive desk research should keep you informed on the various variables that affect the quality and price of car you buy. If you can wait, look for a trusted dealer or ally to help you import your cars from USA or Europe or go to Ikorodu Road. Most dealers there still stock decent, accident free cars but at a price that will sound almost ridiculous. But that's quality speaking. Cars are not that cheap unless you are buying an 'accidented' or high mileage car. God bless us all! 12 Likes |
| Car Talk › Re: Akure International Auto Market: - ‘the Cotonou’ In Ondo: by Emperoh(m): 9:49am On Jul 16, 2012 |
I passed thru this place on my way to Abuja last week and stopped over. This is not even as big as Berger talkless of comparing it to Cotonou. All media hype in my opinion! 3 Likes |
| Politics › Re: Enugu, The Pride Of The East. by Emperoh(m): 12:15am On Jul 14, 2012 |
Odunnu: Lmao @ scare tourist.Apparently u have not entered into the bowels of Ogui especially the Obiagu end. inner straits of O'connor, Onu Asata and back of Obiagu junction. U go run. The the hausa guys living in Asata especially Owerri road are turning that area into something else. I shudder any time i go over there to see a friend or fetch water back in the days. Be that as it may, i think what should attract a tourist is the nice things not the bad places. So Sypder i think you should show the pictures |
| Phones › Re: How Many Phones Have You Used So Far ? by Emperoh(m): 4:38pm On Jul 13, 2012 |
Lol, nice thread!! 2004 to date Samsung R220, Nokia 3330, Samsung Truei, Sony Ericsson Z200, Nokia 6600, Nokia 3650, NEC(had this James Bond ring tone), Nokia(with the twisting camera bottom), Nokia N96, Nokia 3630, Two black and white Nokia Phones and then Blackberry. |
| Autos › Re: Buy Genuine Honda ATF DW-1 And Power Steering Fluid!! by Emperoh(m): 4:23pm On Jul 13, 2012 |
Are these parts still available? |
| Politics › Re: Togo’s PM Resigns : Can This Miracle Happen In Nigeria? by Emperoh(m): 11:49am On Jul 13, 2012 |
I don't know under what guise you are questioning if this is possible in Nigeria But from what i know of Togo, this resignation is not pro-democracy. Most likely, Houngbe has been hounded out office for apparently blocking Monsieur Gnassingbe. So if this can happen in Nigeria? yes, Obasanjo hounded some ministers to resign during his tenure; (Okonjo Iweala). So i don't know where this is coming from. 1 Like |
| Politics › Re: Enugu, The Pride Of The East. by Emperoh(m): 5:36pm On Jul 12, 2012 |
spyder880: and the bush meat chopping must continue, + the pammyNna nwanne, nye m link for this bush meat. I must, i repeat, I MUST do this when i come to town give me the 411!! Nkwo Ezeagu or where? |
| Nairaland General › Re: Where Did You Spend Your Childhood? by Emperoh(m): 11:15pm On Jul 06, 2012 |
Achara Layout enugu it was! I hold that city and neighbourhood with passion. Street football, block rosary, going to farm, school was at Ekulu pry school before military rules kaputed everything. ST Pauls church awkunanaw was d church den. Village in Anambra was a muist then. Had d priviledge of all d bust allowance. D beautiful hills of Idaw river were my neighbours. Constant fights with children from d nearby mobile police barracks was a common feature. Living in d then UNTH staff quarters, we were seen as silver spoon. All in all, I enjoyed every bit of it. Childhood to adulthood. 2 Likes |
| Family › Re: Is Playing Hard To Get Good Or Bad? by Emperoh(m): 5:34pm On Jul 06, 2012 |
Enjoying this all!! Nice insights One thing works for me; i lay my cards on the table if i really dig u If u are game, we roll else i move on. I got no time to keep reading the epistles over and over again. I did that as a teenager. If i want to just lay you, i guess that's where all my mind games come in I can even do the chasing some teenage stuff. But if i want you for keeps, i will have already assessed u and then gbam, i tell u what i want. If u like begin all the i have a BF thing, i am off your case with your first answer. No short-cuts. 2 Likes |
| Autos › Re: German Machine For A Steal!! For Sale by Emperoh(op): 2:23pm On Jul 06, 2012 |
We don't sell cars only, we leave you with happiness. Call for inspections. Contact details at the bottom of our post. Call: 08052421556 BBM PIN: 323D969C
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| Autos › German Machine For A Steal!! For Sale by Emperoh(op): 12:56pm On Jul 06, 2012 |
I rarely advertise Nigerian used cars. But when i do, be sure they meet the standards. Q: So what am I offering? A: The premium in German technology, power, elegance, personality, comfort, reliability, STYLE Make an impression with this rarely used 2003 Be My Wife = [size=18pt]BMW X5![/size] U can never go wrong with a BMW. I am putting this up for sale for a neighbour. Bought brand new at Coscharis. Still in top most working condition with no major outside Lagos trips. Owner is selling just to reduce his fleet. Money will need to be invested in a new venture. Black Colour, Leather interior back up sensors No electrical issues. Mileage: 149k Kilometers  Serviced and maintained properly. The car just needs a new owner. Call me to discuss more on this unit. ASKING PRICE is: N2.6m
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| Politics › Re: Enugu, The Pride Of The East. by Emperoh(m): 10:33am On Jul 06, 2012 |
Syder, u keep chuffing me to bit and pieces. I will make sure i ply this road when i come to town this August. Nice picture with the ESUT campus. Meanwhile, is there anyway u can get us the pics of the Awhum monastry. The spring water got me thinking. Lots of stuff the government can convert to tourist site. The awhum monastry has lots and lots of it |
| Politics › Re: Enugu, The Pride Of The East. by Emperoh(m): 10:55am On Jul 05, 2012 |
spyder880: Abeg bring me a clean ride when coming o,Did u say 200k? So i have been dulling? Kai, i must enter. My sister was a resident of Ibiam before graduating and i had more than enough. Nna mana umu IMT na Law School mechili akwukwo oh. Adi zi m confused man. Not to worry on the ride, just commission me. I go hook up when i enter, just praying i will have time. |
| Politics › Re: Enugu, The Pride Of The East. by Emperoh(m): 10:31am On Jul 05, 2012 |
spyder880: Too many places to visit, I will go to Udi town, Sullivan's village, pass the by pass and hit Agbani town and Esut. Also some housing developements. I think there should be more pictures at night, I need to sleep first. (Was on night shift yesterday)Lol. . . . .i 'permit' you to but promise me pictures will come as soon as u come back. Seriously, how do you join this by pass from the Enugu Onitsha highway? Where does it start and where does it burst on to? I am kinda curiously i haven't plied that route? |
| Politics › Re: Enugu, The Pride Of The East. by Emperoh(m): 10:24am On Jul 05, 2012 |
Waoh! I am drooling. . . .i promise to capture my own shots when next am in Enugu At least to cover the places Spyder left out! Maybe go into UNEC and IMT and get pictures of babes for Rymz |
| European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Robin Van Persie Will Not Extend Arsenal Deal by Emperoh(m): 8:18pm On Jul 04, 2012 |
His mates that left for a certain club on d blue side of manchester have all won trophies and u guys want him to stay put. In his shoes, I will move. Name them: Nasri, Kolo Toure and even Fabregas that went to Barca don win trophy |
| Business › Re: Help With A Business Name For My Trucking/haulage Company by Emperoh(m): 8:04pm On Jul 04, 2012 |
Haulmatch T & H Ltd (trucks and haulage) Instand Haulage Basically, dis is what people pay ad agencies millions for. In case u need a logo, I can do your logo for u for a little fee |
| Politics › Re: Enugu, The Pride Of The East. by Emperoh(m): 5:25pm On Jul 04, 2012 |
spyder880: I am the stadium watching Rangers mauling Niger Tornadoes, pictures later.Let me warn U!! U have succeeded in sucking me in! If u don't upload pictures in another 5 hrs max!! Na permanent kipnad be that! Infact u are already infringing on that ultimatum Nna i can't wait ! |
| Jokes Etc › Re: Breaking News Another Plane Crash! by Emperoh(m): 2:18pm On Jul 04, 2012 |
Agimor: There's another plane crash,huhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!! Stop this kind joke oh!!  |
| Politics › Re: Enugu, The Pride Of The East. by Emperoh(m): 12:41pm On Jul 04, 2012 |
spyder880: drinks depot at Igbariam street, watch that guy collecting a girl's phone numberSpyder, u have finally nailed me!!! I wanted to just look at the pictures and pass but i fit not any longer!!!!!! U see this Beer depot, the street beside it is called Nnaji Ogbodo Street!!! This was were i spent solid 25 growing up years of my life. I was born here, my parents trained and tutored me here. Became rich here before they moved to New GRA Trans Ekulu and i down to Lagos to seek better pastures!! Our former building is the last house on this street known as UNTH quarters alongside 3 other building on the same line(u will see the first one standing at the junction were have the beer depot). I love every bit of this area and it holds loads of nostalgia for me. I played all my childhood pranks and gimmicks here. Incidentally, this beer depot is called Bufa investment and used to be the biggest Nigerian Breweries distributor in Enugu back in the days. He owns this building and i don't know if it's so up till now. The other two competitors he had back then all live in this street. Onwe & Sons(second to the last house on ur right) and Nwoji & Sons (second to the last house on the left). Also, one of the biggest electronics vendors in Enugu lives on this street (beside Nwoji's place) Benny Brothers & Sons. I just can't stop remembering my good old days here. Opposite this depot, divided by the road was an old Nitel call center where we used to come and make card calls and do fax. GSM has sent that one packing. Embassy restaurant is nearby as well as Bright super stores. Kai, good old days!!!! I am looking forward to coming back to re-settle here again as the Lagos sojourn is wearing out gradually. I was in Enugu last june and should be here again in August. I really look forward to any time i have to go to Enugu I will hope u will catch my area in the New GRA pics. My street is where the current minister of defence F. Njeze owns a small hotel. I really really appreciate what you are doing here. Do also love to see pictures of the Mayor market, St Pauls Awkunanaw, one of the biggest catholic parishes in Enugu, Bilante Bridge Bisalla Road, Kenyatta, Obioma Street, Ufuma and surrounding street. By the way, u forgot to tell them Coal Camp is the headquarters of Auto Spare parts in Enugu? 1 Like
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| Travel › Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part2 by Emperoh(m): 10:07am On Jul 03, 2012 |
Guys, i have been silently following and reading contributions on this thread. Big ups to you guys. I wanna benefit a little; I want to sound out your opinions on something. Pls what would be the best school to do under-graduate studies in Building Technology or Civil Engineering USA or Canada? I have a young cousin who just finished a degree in Surveying in Nigeria but wants to do another under-graduate degree in Civil Engineering or Building Technology or even Architecture. He is to go to USA for this but i can't seem to advice him on the best school to choose and apply to for this. Can u guys advice? |
| Car Talk › Re: What Is Wrong With The 2005/2007 Toyota Avalon?? by Emperoh(m): 5:19pm On Jun 22, 2012 |
Well, not in all cases. But you can bet you will be spending more to keep it in shape compared with the Camry Avalon if u ask me should have been built with the Lexus badge on it. The car is a class on its own. Commands respect and has huge presence. Luxury? premium!! 1 Like |
| Car Talk › Re: What Is Wrong With The 2005/2007 Toyota Avalon?? by Emperoh(m): 3:01pm On Jun 22, 2012 |
Royal Roy: Hello to all great auto section members. I realy want to inquiqe about the avalon named above. Its like its not well patronised here in Naija. Initially it came in as one of the most expensive sedans in nairaland before camry 2010 came along. A certain dealer B-fire has had almost 23pages trying to sell his extremely clean avalon yet its still available. Now another poster Icme, has another clean one for 2.3million. What is wrong? Is it the size?Avalon is about the best Toyota you can drive. I just pre-ordered one for a PH client and the dude has been noisy about it's performance on my BB If you intend getting one, please just go online and read up about the car. But careful, it's an expensive unit But will give u returns on invest performance wise. If i will use a Toyota, it will be an Avalon. |
| Car Talk › Re: The Man Who Built A Car by Emperoh(m): 2:49pm On Jun 22, 2012 |
I just saw this car at Falomo roundabout this afternoon. Awesome!! |
| Car Talk › Re: Honda End Of Discussion Vs Camry Big For Nothing ; Which Is Better by Emperoh(m): 1:45pm On Jun 22, 2012 |
rockiedink: Yes o!!! Forget that they just renamed it Ford Fusion...and their performance after MY 2000 is quite impressive. The 2007-2012 model is quite a good...but I think I love the styling of the soon-to-be-out 2013 model...reminds me of an Asto Martin...Rapide...in fact Ford is also going crazy with their designs now joooI think the design thing was what Ford has been gleaning from all their partnerships Volvo, Mazda etc. . . .people are beginning to be more susceptible to looks that applicability. You won't blame them, people will want heads to turn when they drive pass. And i guess Toyota is beginning to get it. The 2012 Camry look ok same as corolla. But they are not head turning. Maybe the Lexus is doing that for them. I am waiting for the 2013 design of accord before i know if this observation is correct. They messed up with the Civic. Not appealing at all. I am still to see who will beat Acura(Honda) to designs. Can u rate the 2012 Camry in design? Why did Volkwagen break the Passat into two? Designs are getting worse. 2001-2005 was better than 2006-2010. 2011 na nonsense in design. the CC is awesome |
| European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by Emperoh(m): 10:33am On Jun 22, 2012 |
I am looking at things from a business perspective. Can Man U afford it? Do they see value in what Rooney is doing? How much is Rooney;s acts making for United in real and financial terms? If they can answer to these questions, Rooney can well earn over 500k/per week. It's just like someone going to Eko Hotel to take a bottle of Coke for N570 when the same bottle is sold for N50 at the closest buka. As for Nani bashing, it is undeserved. I don't know anyone who is better. But i fault the argument of him being the best hence doesn't need to leave Man U for that reason. If he is the best in Europe but not United quality, then by all intents, flog him off and search for something else. |
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