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BusinessRe: Nigeria's Oldest Indigebous Bank, Wema Bank Clocks 80 In 8 Days by frikalone: 10:16am On Apr 24, 2025
You lie bro speak for yourself, except you live under the rock. Young tech and business startups cashing out from their various programs every season and you are here talking trash
Akpaamunsi:

The bank is just a living carcass. Nothing from that region bears good fruits
BusinessRe: Nigeria's Oldest Indigebous Bank, Wema Bank Clocks 80 In 8 Days by frikalone: 10:10am On Apr 24, 2025
It is obvious that your information about wema bank is stale. The bank has won the award for the best company to work with couple of times, one of the first banks to increase salaries after fuel subsidy was removed
free2ryhme:
80 years of incompetence. Even gtbank that started yesterday performing better than them. Staff pay and service level is abysmal
PoliticsRe: The Economist And Propagandist That Shape Nigeria's Global Perception - Balogun by frikalone: 4:43pm On Mar 12, 2025
I love your point my friend, but what do you say about an analyst whose opinion about a particular sector of the economy constantly appears as cheap PR for a particular individual who he has been known to have ties with?
papyjaypaul:
This is commentary about two individuals. Don't forget that Rewane owns a firm and analysts are what they are, ANALYSTS. In the North, ask them who they are. North is too far, go to some states in Nigeria, they don't know both of them.

I don't see the need for these post saying 'Nigeria' and labeling them. They are analysts and an analyst will see things from his POV. If you say the young man is a propagandist, then replay clips of Rewane under Buhari undecided
Nairaland GeneralTMM Mushin & Odiolowo Welcomes 2025 With Optimism & Belief by frikalone(op):
The Mandate Movement (TMM) rejoices as the world unites to celebrate the arrival of a brand-new year.

The New Year is more than just a turn of the calendar page; it is a moment of renewal, reflection, and optimism. It is a time to cherish the memories of the past year, embrace the lessons it taught us, and welcome the opportunities that lie ahead.

The arrival of 2025 brings fresh beginnings and endless possibilities, making it the perfect occasion to connect with loved ones and share heartfelt messages of love, hope, and joy.

The TMM Apex Leader for Mushin & Odiolowo, Prince Bayo Osiyemi, enjoined the caucus members, the APC family and all constituents to continue to be patriotic citizens, members of our dear party, APC, and a committed caucus member, even through 2025 and beyond.

Prince Osiyemi encourages them all to look forward to a fresh start of new lives where *HOPES ARE RENEWED*, and goals are reset to achieve better and greater lives in a *GREATER LAGOS* that we reside.

Echoing the apex leader, another TMM leader, Hon. Femi Odusote also encouraged APC party members, the TMM caucus and the constituents that "even as we celebrate with varying cultures, traditions and religions across Lagos, Nigeria, and the world, resonating with the shared sentiment of a new beginning, we must remember that today is a new day of a new year. As such, it is time to forget and forgive ourselves of our past mistakes and move on with *RENEWED HOPE and TRUST* in God and the Asiwaju Tinubu's led Federal Government polices and administration for Nigeria", Odusote concluded.

©️: TMM Media
Mushin & Odi Olowo

CrimeRe: ARM Pension Employee Accuses Director Of Rape At Office Party by frikalone: 3:41pm On Jul 30, 2024
The Rape case and the need for patience

Nairaland GeneralThe Rape Case And The Need For Patience* by frikalone(op): 3:24pm On Jul 30, 2024
The Rape case and the need for patience

My inlaw has been taunting me. Not only her but a few females- Edgar, you are surprisingly quiet on this matter, they echoe.

Wont you say your piece. Why are you quiet and then they all start forwarding to me the comments.

Can you use your platform to out the ED and the company he works for? They shout.

The rape case is the one allegedly reported by a female staff of a Frontline Pension firm where she is ALLEGING rape and defilment by her boss in a long letter to her Head of HR which has unsurprisingly been leaked to social media

This morning, I have woken up to taunts from some more females on my silence


When the pressure first started, I did the responsible thing to do.

I reached the GMD of the firm who is a senior colleague and big sister and she told me that they were looking into the matter and the right thing was being done.

I did not stop at that, I contacted another top official of the firm who also informed me that the police are involved and indeed both parties have been at the 'station three times in the last one week, with the accuser refuting all allegations, but police are doing their investigations'

Now the pressure to hang the accused is what me I dont understand when investigations are still ongoing.

The firm is a credible one, an elegantly setup investment banking franchise that has operated for over 30years and peopled by some of the most professionally imbued people you can find in corporate Nigeria.

The top echellon of the Firm are female and is one of the franchises that has pushed gender equality with top females passing thru its doors at top strategic positions.

So I am very confident that the matter will be handled with equanimity.

Now this hurry to throw stones at initial allegations is worrisome.

Once a woman has alleged a crime especially on a sexual nature, the mob will start braying.

The accused is automatically guilty and must be hung on the pier and roasted without giving the opportunity for fair hearing

His career and reputation would be damaged even before he has written his statement of defence

Well read and sophisticated people will be braying for blood, throwing away years of sophistication and behaving like blood hounds all insearch of 'justice'

Which one is over 10 women waking me up this morning with-Edgar you wont talk now o.

What am I suppose to say when police is still investigating? I should join the mob in publishing the accusers picture when the man has said 'not me' and has submitted himself to police investigation?

Whatever happened to fair hearing, innocent until found guilty and all those values that make up true dispensation of justice.

Mbok, you people should leave me alone, when police finish their work and the case is fairly adjudicated in a competent court and a judgement is reached and the man found guilty, I will rush to Julius Berger and borrow the biggest stone and smash his head.

For now abeg, make una leave me.. Na just allegation and all I can say is that my confidence in the firm and its management in handling the matter remains at an all time high.

Lets be patient, biko.

Thank you

*Duke of Shomolu*
Nairaland GeneralRe: Top 10 Most Trending Stories In Nigeria This Week by frikalone:
dem dey plan change date of strike again? U sure sey this strike go still hold so?
InvestmentNigeriabuild Expo by frikalone(op): 6:10pm On May 19, 2024
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InvestmentNetworking Opportunity For Those In The Building Industry by frikalone(op): 11:30am On May 15, 2024
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InvestmentNetworking Opportunity For Those In The Building Industry by frikalone(op): 5:35pm On May 14, 2024
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BusinessFounder Of LAPO, Dr Godwin Ehigiamusoe -Conferment Of The Honourary Fellow CIBN by frikalone(op):
L-R: Senator Anthony Yaro, Vice Chairman, Senate Committee on Diaspora and NGO; Dr. Ken Opara, President/Chairman of Council, The Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria; Dr Godwin Ehigiamusoe. MCIB, FCIB, Founder, LAPO Microfinance Bank, Prof Pius Olanrewaju, 1st Vice President, CIBN

At the Chartered Institute of Bankers conferral of the honourary " Fellow of Chartered Institute of Bankers" on Dr Godwin Ehigiamusoe, MCIB, FCIB, Founder, LAPO Microfinance Bank Limited during the CIBN Fellowship Investiture held last Saturday in Lagos State.

BusinessRe: LAPO Launches The Lapoxpress Promo Season2 - Become A Millionaire With Just N10k by frikalone: 3:55pm On Oct 21, 2023
To open an account, I think you just need to follow this link https://www.lapo-nigeria.org/campaign/xpress-savings/apply
same link on their post.

phkka1:
How do I open account. I must win this for my Christmas.
PoliticsRe: (UPDATE) My Experience Using Wema Bank's Newly Reintroduced Mastercard by frikalone: 2:40pm On Aug 10, 2023
I am not surprise Wema came through for you, they have actually been doing the most lately, slowly but surely becoming my no1 go to bank in Nigeria.
ibinaboonline:
I have an update for this post.

So, Wema Bank finally got back to me this Saturday evening. They says they'd fixed the issue with my card and apologized for the inconveniences. Although it took almost five days to get a response from them, I'm glad they actually replied with a solution instead of the usual gaslighting you typically get from Nigerian banks. Yes, it's working now!! The monthly limit is $500, but I don't mind. Who even get thousands of dollars to spend these days😄? So, yes, Wema Bank's naira Mastercard works!



So, the news broke about three weeks ago that Wema Bank has brought back the naira Visa and Mastercard. It was the best news I've heard in a year as I look forward to a hassle-free transactions, especially to pay for my website's SEO support.

So, I waited a week to see if other banks will follow suit. I was pretty sure Wema is just the first, and that offer banks like First Bank and Zenith (where I already have accounts) will make their own announcements in the following week. Wrong.

Other banks will probably join Wema in this aspect, but I couldn't wait anymore. So, I headed into a Wema Bank branch last week Wednesday and opened a savings account. I asked about the Mastercard availability before even filling the account opening form. They assured me the thing is real. Me equals very happy.

I returned to the bank on Tuesday this week to get the card. Me equals happiness again the moment I was handed the purple card with Mastercard's logo at the bottom right and my name on the left. Will it work for online transactions? Wilco, they assured me.

Back home, it was time to experience something I've missed since Buhari's administration. I waited till the next day, though. My first attempt with my shiny newly acquired Mastercard was to pay for a diib subscription to support my website. My heart skipped a beat when the otp landed in my phone. Sadly, the transaction ended with: "your card has been declined."

Note: I have more than enough balance in my account. My heart sank. It just reminded me that most of these naira MasterCards were just in name and not function even before the ban. For example, I had FCMB and Ecobank Mastercards that never worked. Only my First Bank Mastercard worked like a charm back then.

Well, I've emailed Wema Bank requesting an explanation. That was yesterday; still awaiting their reply.
PoliticsRe: (UPDATE) My Experience Using Wema Bank's Newly Reintroduced Mastercard by frikalone: 11:44am On Aug 04, 2023
I am sure you will get a positive response. I have someone who recently used the master. Their limit is $500.
ibinaboonline:
So, the news broke about three weeks ago that Wema Bank has brought back the naira Visa and Mastercard. It was the best news I've heard in a year as I look forward to a hassle-free transactions, especially to pay for my website's SEO support.

So, I waited a week to see if other banks will follow suit. I was pretty sure Wema is just the first, and that offer banks like First Bank and Zenith (where I already have accounts) will make their own announcements in the following week. Wrong.

Other banks will probably join Wema in this aspect, but I couldn't wait anymore. So, I headed into a Wema Bank branch last week Wednesday and opened a savings account. I asked about the Mastercard availability before even filling the account opening form. They assured me the thing is real. Me equals very happy.

I returned to the bank on Tuesday this week to get the card. Me equals happiness again the moment I was handed the purple card with Mastercard's logo at the bottom right and my name on the left. Will it work for online transactions? Wilco, they assured me.

Back home, it was time to experience something I've missed since Buhari's administration. I waited till the next day, though. My first attempt with my shiny newly acquired Mastercard was to pay for a diib subscription to support my website. My heart skipped a beat when the otp landed in my phone. Sadly, the transaction ended with: "your card has been declined."

Note: I have more than enough balance in my account. My heart sank. It just reminded me that most of these naira MasterCards were just in name and not function even before the ban. For example, I had FCMB and Ecobank Mastercards that never worked. Only my First Bank Mastercard worked like a charm back then.

Well, I've emailed Wema Bank requesting an explanation. That was yesterday; still awaiting their reply.
Jobs/VacanciesRe: LAPO MFB Staff Reject 25% Salary Increase After 7 Years Of Alleged Stagnant Pay by frikalone: 10:54am On Jun 22, 2023
Don't mind these ones, they have job security in a private organization for well over 7 years getting salary increase and full salary during the pandemic and they are still complaining.
Jokerman:
Some govt parastatals still pay below 50k to BSC .....

98K is not bad for marketers

Some universities pay Lecturer II with master's a little above 100K
Jobs/VacanciesRe: LAPO MFB Staff Reject 25% Salary Increase After 7 Years Of Alleged Stagnant Pay by frikalone: 10:48am On Jun 22, 2023
Nigerians and stupid entitlement mentality, during Covid-19 pandemic that you people didn't work and you were receiving complete salary you didn't complain then.
glammagazine:
Exclusive: LAPO MFB staff reject 25% salary increase after 7 years of alleged stagnant pay, more

Members of staff of popular financial institution, LAPO Micro Finance Bank (MFB) have kicked against the bank management’s move to increase staff salaries by only 25% and 12.5% after 7 years of alleged stagnant pay.

Exclusive reports obtained by Kemi Filani reveals that the last time LAPO MFB’s staff‘s salaries were reviewed was in 2016, and their staff don’t allegedly get the annual (step) increment other organisations/institutions enjoy. “Our salaries have been stagnant since 2016″ after they reviewed it upwards by 15%. The management only reviews staff salaries as at will. It can take 10 or 7 years which is not supposed to be so.” A staff who pleaded anonymity told Kemi Filani.

Kemi Filani gathered that as at 2016, before the 15% review, graduate (BSC/HND) staff (CSOs) earned a net salary of seventy five thousand, seven hundred and fifty naira, eighty six kobo (N75,750.86K), and after the review, their net pay became ninety eight thousand, three hundred and fifty six naira, forty one kobo (N98,356.41K). While Branch Managers (BM) get same salary, but an extra eight thousand naira (N8,000) as duty allowances.

https://www.kemifilani.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/lapo1.jpg
https://www.kemifilani.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/WhatsApp-Image-2023-06-21-at-4.39.20-PM.jpeg

It was gathered that after seven years of stagnant pay, the bank management decided to increase staff salaries by 25% for Junior staff (Graduate CSO, BM, Auditors and AM) and 12.5% for senior staff (Zonal managers – ZM).

“We have had stagnant salaries for years with no one being able to complain. If you do, they will threaten to transfer you to another state, far away from your family. After we were able to complain, they decided to increase it by 25% for Junior staff and 12.5% for senior staff” another staff whispered to Kemi FIlani.

The staff continued, “We have told them that due to the current economic situation in the country, a 25% increase after 7 years wouldn’t make sense. A graduate working for over 10 years and up till now, my net pay is not up to 100K. I can not complain or renegotiate my pay, they only decide on when to review it, which isn’t a standard practice anywhere.”


Source>>> https://www.kemifilani.ng/news/exclusive-lapo-mfb-staff-reject-25-salary-increase-after-7-years-of-alleged-stagnant-pay-more
FoodRe: Nigerian Indomie Noodles Very Safe To Consume - NAFDAC by frikalone: 10:29am On May 05, 2023
Correct I trust Nafdac. Indomie for the win.
Estello:
https://tribuneonlineng.com/nigerian-indomie-noodles-safe-to-consume-%e2%80%95-nafdac/
PoliticsRe: Fresh Crisis Imminent As Tinubu May Reverse ‘controversial’ Sale Of Polaris Bank by frikalone: 12:35pm On Apr 28, 2023
Don't mind them they keep throwing all sort of dirt on the bank. This new attack now has a political tone attached to it, but we are not ready for that conversation now.by
coputa:
But it was rumoured that Buhari bought Skye bank ,it is now clear that (Tinubu) Lagos state govt.owns Polaris bank
PoliticsFFK: I would Rather Stay In PDP and Go To Heaven Than Hell With APC (2019) by frikalone(op): 4:42pm On Jul 11, 2022
Fani Kayode, now a member of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), had in a tweet vowed to remain in the PDP for heaven's sake.

He had claimed that defecting from the PDP to join the APC will send him to hell.

Ironically, in line with Fani-Kayode's past comments, one would be tempted to describe him as a former minster who will be 'heading to hell' owing to how quickly he dumped the PDP for the APC barely two years after.

The old tweet, which was a response to the Nigerian Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo's appeal for PDP leaders to join the APC before they die, spawned the failed promise by Fani-Kayode.

"PDP leaders should join APC before they die"- @ProfOsinbajo

Death comes to us all, incuding Vice Presidents and Presidents. It is only a matter of time.

One thing is clear though, I would rather stay in @OfficialPDPNig and go to heaven than join @OfficialAPCNg and go to hell.
https://twitter.com/realFFK/status/1163473687804338179?t=Ay6ltxcy0_xVOj-xmcrx5g&s=19

PoliticsFFK's Criticism Of The Military/Buhari: Is He Going Back To PDP? by frikalone(op): 6:22pm On Jul 10, 2022
FFK Makes Sharp U-Turn, Blasts Buhari. May go back to PDP

Politics#FemiFaniKayode is trending on twitter. Here is what he said about Buhari by frikalone(op):

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