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Politics › Re: Happy 85th Birthday To Ibrahim Babangida by IDERAWOLE(m): 8:35am On Aug 17
ComradeIbrahimA:
🎉 HAPPY 85TH BIRTHDAY, FORMER PRESIDENT, GENERAL IBRAHIM BADAMASI BABANGIDA, GCFR — IBB

Today, 17 August 2026, I join Nigerians and admirers of Former President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida in celebrating 85 years of life, leadership and national service.

As Comrade Ibrahim Aliyu from Abuja, I celebrate IBB for the vision, courage, strategic thinking and nation-building ambition that characterised his years of leadership.

Whatever one's view of the controversies of his administration, history should also acknowledge the significant foundations and institutions established or advanced during his era.

85 YEARS — 85 REASONS TO REMEMBER IBB

Among the most notable legacies associated with his administration are:

1. Creation of 11 new states.
2. Relocation of Nigeria's Federal Government to Abuja in 1991.
3. Development of Abuja's major districts and federal infrastructure.
4. Construction and development of the Presidential Villa.
5. Development of the National Assembly complex.
6. Development of the International Conference Centre, Abuja.
7. Development of the ECOWAS headquarters in Abuja.
8. Completion of the Third Mainland Bridge, Lagos.
9. Advancement of major national highways.
10. Completion and development of the Shiroro Hydroelectric Power Station.
11. Development of major dams and water-treatment projects.
12. Creation of the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC).
13. Establishment of the State Security Service (SSS/DSS).
14. Establishment of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA).
15. Establishment of the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA).
16. Establishment of the National Directorate of Employment (NDE).
17. Establishment of NERFUND.
18. Establishment of NDIC.
19. Establishment of NEXIM Bank.
20. Development of Nigeria's capital market.
21. Introduction of major financial-sector reforms.
22. Liberalisation of banking and greater private-sector participation.
23. Introduction of the Structural Adjustment Programme.
24. Advancement of privatisation and commercialisation reforms.
25. Development of export-processing zones.
26. Enactment of the Companies and Allied Matters Act.
27. Advancement of rural roads and infrastructure through DFRRI.
28. Expansion of primary healthcare initiatives.
29. Development of specialist healthcare institutions.
30. Advancement of the National Eye Centre, Kaduna.
31. Support for education and mass literacy.
32. Establishment of NASENI and emphasis on science and technology.
33. Advancement of Ajaokuta Steel.
34. Advancement of the Aluminium Smelter Company, Ikot Abasi.
35. Strengthening of environmental protection through FEPA.
36. Development of federal housing estates.
37. Expansion of military infrastructure.
38. Development of naval and defence facilities.
39. Strengthening of Nigeria's intelligence architecture.
40. Support for women's rural development through the Better Life programme.
41. Expansion of local government administration.
42. Greater attention to grassroots development.
43. Development of government infrastructure for newly created states.
44. Expansion of federal secretariat infrastructure.
45. Development of courts and judicial facilities.
46. Expansion of Abuja's road network.
47. Development of Abuja's water infrastructure.
48. Development of satellite towns around Abuja.
49. Advancement of Nigeria's aviation infrastructure.
50. Strengthening of Nigeria's diplomatic presence in Abuja.
51. Strong regional leadership through ECOWAS.
52. Major Nigerian involvement in ECOMOG.
53. Support for peace efforts in Liberia.
54. Strengthening Nigeria's position as a West African power.
55. Promotion of Nigerian expertise through the Technical Aid Corps.
56. Development of institutions that survived successive governments.
57. Expansion of opportunities for private enterprise.
58. Strengthening of financial regulation.
59. Advancement of national industrialisation.
60. Greater emphasis on indigenous technological capacity.
61. Development of public housing and workers' estates.
62. Expansion of federal infrastructure nationwide.
63. Strengthening of national unity through state creation.
64. Bringing government closer to previously underserved communities.
65. Development of major public institutions in Abuja.
66. Expansion of healthcare infrastructure.
67. Advancement of water-supply infrastructure.
68. Advancement of power infrastructure.
69. Expansion of transportation infrastructure.
70. Strengthening of national security institutions.
71. Promotion of African regional cooperation.
72. Support for African peacekeeping.
73. Modernisation of aspects of public administration.
74. Greater use of technocrats in national policy development.
75. Experimentation with political reforms and a structured two-party system.
76. Introduction of political innovations such as Option A4.
77. Expansion of political participation during the transition programme.
78. Creation of institutions that became permanent features of Nigeria.
79. Transformation of Abuja into a functioning national capital.
80. Development of infrastructure that continues to serve millions.
81. Demonstration of decisive leadership during periods of national crisis.
82. A willingness to take difficult and unconventional decisions.
83. A strong emphasis on long-term national projects.
84. A leadership legacy that remains one of the most debated and studied in Nigerian history.
85. Above all, leaving an unmistakable imprint on modern Nigeria through infrastructure, institutions, state creation, economic reforms, security restructuring and regional diplomacy.

MY PERSONAL TRIBUTE

General IBB, as someone from Abuja, I have a special appreciation for the transformation of this city during your era. The roads, districts, government institutions and national infrastructure remind us of the enormous ambition behind the Abuja project.

I do not believe we should erase the controversies of your administration. Neither should we allow those controversies to erase its achievements.

History must remember both the successes and the mistakes.

What I admire most about your leadership was your boldness, strategic thinking, ability to assemble professionals and technocrats, and willingness to pursue ambitious national projects.

At 85, you remain a living chapter of Nigeria's history.

HAPPY 85TH BIRTHDAY, GENERAL IBRAHIM BADAMASI BABANGIDA, GCFR! 🇳🇬🎉

May Almighty Allah grant you good health, peace, strength and many more years.

Your story is part of Nigeria's story.
Your era is part of our history.
Your achievements deserve to be remembered.

With deep respect and admiration,

Comrade Ibrahim Aliyu
Comradeibrahimaliyu@gmail.com
Abuja, Nigeria 🇳🇬
With all these achievements, you forgot to include his qualifications to be on the ballot next year January.
Sports › Re: George Ilenikhena Chooses Nigeria After Talks With Eric Chelle by IDERAWOLE(m): 3:43pm On Aug 16
ChristCee:
Oh this is the 19 years old?
What is wrong with us in this country ehn?! small time now, aza man don hang boot grin grin grin

Recently saw a video of OBJ jumping down from a podium at an event, 89 years old man. Na so one guy talk for inside comment section say our darling BAT should come out and do the same. Nigerians sha too love vawulence
Most of the noise makers on social media in Nigeria are simply daft. How many times have they called upon Tinubu's opponents to come and like OBJ!

Even the far younger opponents can't even jump just three steps!
Politics › Re: Former Governor Of Adamawa State, Umar Jibrilla Bindow Visits President Tinubu by IDERAWOLE(m): 8:13pm On Aug 11
AMINDA:
If a village councillor decamps to APC today, he will secure a visit to Tinubu. That's all the president lives for, politics.
Including the village councillor that came from Shell, IMF, MasterCard executives?

Don't mind them jaare, all the people visiting the president from all around the world are village councillors.
Properties › Re: The 300%–525% Lagos Land Valuation Increase: How It Hits Your Business Pocket by IDERAWOLE(op): 2:57pm On Aug 01
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Properties › Re: The 300%–525% Lagos Land Valuation Increase: How It Hits Your Business Pocket by IDERAWOLE(op):
The Reality of the New Valuation Framework
Many property owners and corporate investors are completely unprepared for how this adjustment ripples into:
✓Governor’s Consent fees,
✓capital gains calculations, and
✓corporate asset revaluation.

If you are valuing a commercial property or trying to perfect a land title in Lagos right now, using outdated baseline numbers will lead to massive regulatory delays or unexpected millions in government fees.

In Chapter 2 of the guide, I break down the exact mechanical sequence for recalculating your projected exposure under this new blue book framework so your business isn't caught off guard.

How to Get Your Copy Instantly:

Since links are currently restricted on this profile, please use either option below to secure your copy:

Option 1 (WhatsApp): Copy and message this number on WhatsApp: 07048620441

Once you message me, I will instantly send you the secure Selar digital access link!


Instant Online Access: You can also get immediate access to the digital version securely via my Selar library here - https://selar.com/3o19cps880

Let's discuss below—how is this hike affecting your ongoing land perfection or property acquisitions this quarter?
Properties › Re: The 300%–525% Lagos Land Valuation Increase: How It Hits Your Business Pocket by IDERAWOLE(op): 1:04pm On Jul 28
A common mistake many buyers make is ignoring the 'Grandfather Clause' window.

If your paperwork was submitted before May 1, 2026, you shouldn't be paying these new high rates!

Double-check your application dates. Drop a comment if you need help verifying your zone rules.
Investment › Re: How The 525% Lagos Land Valuation Hike Hits Investors by IDERAWOLE(op): 1:02pm On Jul 28
If you are calculating your 2026 ROI using 2025 baseline valuations, your projections are mathematically compromised. Protecting your capital starts with accurate government data. Check the first comment for the secure download link.
Investment › Re: How The 525% Lagos Land Valuation Hike Hits Investors by IDERAWOLE(op): 4:19pm On Jul 27
Many investors ignore how this affects the Land Use Charge on their rentals. Drop your location below to check your zone's rate.

You'll be glad you did.
Investment › How The 525% Lagos Land Valuation Hike Hits Investors by IDERAWOLE(op): 1:24pm On Jul 27
If you are a real estate investor acquiring land, flipping houses, or building rental property portfolios in Lagos State, you need to pause and audit your acquisition models immediately.

The Lagos State Government’s implementation of the updated Blue Book framework has completely shifted the math behind transaction overheads. Official state land valuations have skyrocketed between 300% and 525% depending on the prime development corridor.

Because investors often budget heavily on historical statutory percentages, ignoring this update will directly erode your projected net margins.

Here is how the new framework impacts your real estate investment strategy:

1. Shifting Your True Acquisition Costs
Statutory charges like Governor's Consent (6%), Capital Gains Tax, and Stamp Duties are calculated off the government's baseline valuation, not your negotiated contract price. With valuation bases up by over 300% in fast-growing zones, your capital closing costs have experienced sudden inflation.

2. The Land Use Charge Yield Trap
If you invest in high-yield commercial or residential rentals, your annual Land Use Charge (LUC) is directly tied to these new capital valuations. If your rental pricing strategy isn't adjusted to account for these updated recurring levies, your net annual yield will shrink.

3. The Legacy Loophole
For institutional investors with large, uncompleted documentation files sitting at Alausa: if your applications were officially stamped and processed into the registry before May 1, 2026, you are legally entitled to be assessed under the previous, lower tariff regimes. Track your exact submission timestamps immediately to protect your capital.

4. Secondary Market Pricing Distortions
As this valuation framework becomes common knowledge, sellers in key growth zones will aggressively attempt to spike their asking prices based on the government's new valuation metrics. Armed with the exact official numbers, you can easily spot overvalued properties and negotiate fairly.


The Bottom Line
In real estate investment, asymmetric information is where profit is made or lost. Relying on outdated fee structures will compromise your project budgeting.

I have compiled the complete, zone-by-zone Fair Market Value blueprints, statutory caps, and official Alausa fee changes into a comprehensive digital guide to help protect your capital.

⚠️ To prevent the automated forum bot from flagging this thread as spam, I will post the secure access link to download the full framework in the comment section below.

Drop the location or developmental hub of your real estate investments below, and I will help you look up how the updated framework impacts baseline fee valuations in your asset zone. Let's discuss.
Business › The 300%–525% Lagos Land Valuation Increase: Business Alert! by IDERAWOLE(op): 9:42am On Jul 27
If your business owns property, leases commercial space, or operates an office/warehouse in Lagos, a massive regulatory shift just happened that will directly affect your monthly overheads and operational costs.

The Lagos State government has updated its official valuation framework (The Blue Book), and the financial implications are staggering for corporate tenants and business owners alike.

Here are 5 critical things every Lagos business owner must know right now to avoid unexpected losses:

1. Your Property Transaction Costs Just Exploded
The Blue Book has officially increased land valuations by 300% to 525% across various commercial zones. This means the statutory fees your business pays for Governor's Consent, Stamp Duties, and Registration fees have mathematically spiked. If you are budgeting for a corporate acquisition using old calculations, your budget is obsolete.

2. Commercial Leases and Rents Are Going Up
This doesn't just hit buyers. Because Land Use Charges and commercial mortgages are tied to these new official valuations, corporate landlords are facing much higher annual taxes. Expect landlords to aggressively pass these overhead costs onto business tenants during your next rent renewal cycle.

3. The "Grandfather" Window Could Save You Millions
Did your business lodge property or title applications before May 1, 2026? If yes, you are legally entitled to be assessed under the old, lower rates. Check your corporate submission dates immediately—confirming this single detail could save your business serious capital.

4. Aggressive Due Diligence is No Longer Optional
With transaction costs hitting record highs, a mistake in property classification or title verification will cost your business five times more than it used to. Never cut corners or rely on informal agents at Alausa. Work strictly with vetted estate surveyors and real estate lawyers.

5. Compliance is the New Enforcement Focus
The government is digitizing and streamlining these frameworks to boost internal revenue. Relying on outdated information or trying to bypass the system via informal "middlemen" will likely lead to heavy penalties, frozen corporate transactions, or flagged titles.

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The Bottom Line
The Blue Book framework is active. Businesses that adapt will protect their margins; those that ignore it will lose serious capital.

I have mapped out the exact fair market value frameworks, zoning fee changes, and official Alausa costs into a highly practical digital guide to help entrepreneurs navigate this shift.

⚠️ To prevent the automated forum bot from flagging this thread as spam, I will post the secure access link to download the full valuation chart in the comment section below.

Drop the location/zone of your commercial property, shop, or lease below, and I will tell you how the new valuation framework shifts costs in your area. Let's discuss.
Properties › Lagos Real Estate Investors: Stop Overpaying Alausa Fees Now by IDERAWOLE(op): 8:09am On Jul 27
If you are a real estate investor acquiring land, flipping houses, or building rental property portfolios in Lagos State, you need to pause and audit your acquisition models immediately.

The Lagos State Government’s implementation of the updated Blue Book framework has completely shifted the math behind transaction overheads. Official state land valuations have skyrocketed between 300% and 525% depending on the prime development corridor.

Because investors often budget heavily on historical statutory percentages, ignoring this update will directly erode your projected net margins.

Here is how the new framework impacts your real estate investment strategy:

1. Shifting Your True Acquisition Costs
Statutory charges like Governor's Consent (6%), Capital Gains Tax, and Stamp Duties are calculated off the government's baseline valuation, not your negotiated contract price. With valuation bases up by over 300% in fast-growing zones, your capital closing costs have experienced sudden inflation.

2. The Land Use Charge Yield Trap
If you invest in high-yield commercial or residential rentals, your annual Land Use Charge (LUC) is directly tied to these new capital valuations. If your rental pricing strategy isn't adjusted to account for these updated recurring levies, your net annual yield will shrink.

3. The Legacy Loophole
For institutional investors with large, uncompleted documentation files sitting at Alausa: if your applications were officially stamped and processed into the registry before May 1, 2026, you are legally entitled to be assessed under the previous, lower tariff regimes. Track your exact submission timestamps immediately to protect your capital.

4. Secondary Market Pricing Distortions
As this valuation framework becomes common knowledge, sellers in key growth zones will aggressively attempt to spike their asking prices based on the government's new valuation metrics. Armed with the exact official numbers, you can easily spot overvalued properties and negotiate fairly.


The Bottom Line
In real estate investment, asymmetric information is where profit is made or lost. Relying on outdated fee structures will compromise your project budgeting.

To help institutional and private investors hedge against hidden transaction inflation, I have compiled the complete, zone-by-zone Fair Market Value blueprints, statutory caps, and official Alausa fee changes into a comprehensive digital guide.

📚 Click Here to Download the Lagos Blue Book Valuation Guide on Selar



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⚠️ FREE PORTFOLIO ANALYSIS: Drop the location or developmental hub of your real estate investments below, and I will help you look up how the updated framework impacts baseline fee valuations in your asset zone. Let's discuss.

Literature/Writing Ads › The 300%–525% Lagos Land Valuation Increase: How Your Business Cash Flow Shifts by IDERAWOLE(op): 7:30am On Jul 27
If your business owns property, leases commercial space, or operates an office/warehouse in Lagos, a massive regulatory shift just happened that will directly affect your monthly overheads and operational costs.

The Lagos State government has updated its official valuation framework (The Blue Book), and the financial implications are staggering for corporate tenants and business owners alike.

Here are 5 critical things every Lagos business owner must know right now to avoid unexpected losses:

1. Your Property Transaction Costs Just Exploded
The Blue Book has officially increased land valuations by 300% to 525% across various commercial zones. This means the statutory fees your business pays for Governor's Consent, Stamp Duties, and Registration fees have mathematically spiked. If you are budgeting for a corporate acquisition using old calculations, your budget is completely obsolete.

2. Commercial Leases and Rents Are Going Up
This doesn't just hit buyers. Because Land Use Charges and commercial mortgages are tied to these new official valuations, corporate landlords are facing much higher annual taxes. Expect landlords to aggressively pass these overhead costs onto business tenants during your next rent renewal cycle.

3. The "Grandfather" Window Could Save You Millions
Did your business lodge property or title applications before May 1, 2026? If yes, you are legally entitled to be assessed under the old, lower rates. Check your corporate submission dates immediately—confirming this single detail could save your business serious capital.

4. Aggressive Due Diligence is No Longer Optional
With transaction costs hitting record highs, a mistake in property classification or title verification will cost your business five times more than it used to. Never cut corners or rely on informal agents at Alausa. Work strictly with vetted estate surveyors and real estate lawyers.

5. Compliance is the New Enforcement Focus
The government is digitizing and streamlining these frameworks to boost internal revenue. Relying on outdated information or trying to bypass the system via informal "middlemen" will likely lead to heavy penalties, frozen corporate transactions, or flagged titles.


The Bottom Line
The Blue Book framework is active. Businesses that adapt will protect their margins; those that ignore it will lose serious capital.

To help entrepreneurs and business managers navigate this massive shift, I have mapped out the exact fair market value frameworks, zoning fee changes, and official Alausa costs into a highly practical digital guide.

📚 Click Here to Download the Lagos Blue Book Valuation & Fee Guide on Selar


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⚠️ FREE CORPORATE CHECK: Drop the location/zone of your commercial property, shop, or lease below, and I will tell you how the new valuation framework shifts costs in your area. Let's discuss.

Properties › Re: The 300%–525% Lagos Land Valuation Increase: How It Hits Your Business Pocket by IDERAWOLE(op):
A lot of business owners are already getting caught off guard by the lease and rent implications of this new framework. Drop your questions below.
Business › Re: Bankers For Baba-Ijebu (Premier-Lotto). by IDERAWOLE(m): 3:18pm On Jul 26
If you are making money from lottery, most likely you're property owner, which is commendable.

Please invest in real estate because every other investments may diminish in value but not real estate.

There are fewer locations in Nigeria more profitable than Lagos state.

Register your presence in Lagos state by buying a property here.

See you soon.
Properties › The 300%–525% Lagos Land Valuation Increase: How It Hits Your Business Pocket by IDERAWOLE(op):
If your business owns property, leases commercial space, or invests in Lagos real estate, a massive regulatory shift just happened that will directly affect your cash flow.

The Lagos State government has updated its valuation framework (The Blue Book), and the financial implications are staggering.

Here are 5 critical things every Lagos business owner must know right now to avoid unexpected losses:

1. Your Property Transaction Costs Just Exploded
The Blue Book has officially increased land valuations by 300% to 525% across various zones. This means the statutory fees you pay for Governor's Consent, Stamp Duties, and Registration fees have mathematically spiked. If you are budgeting for a property acquisition using 2025 calculations, your budget is completely obsolete.

2. Commercial Leases and Rents Are Next
This doesn't just hit buyers. Because Land Use Charges and mortgages are tied to these new official valuations, commercial landlords are facing higher annual taxes. Expect landlords to aggressively pass these overhead costs onto tenants during your next rent renewal.

3. The May 1st "Grandfather" Window
Did your business lodge property applications before May 1, 2026? If yes, you are legally entitled to be assessed under the old, lower rates. Check your submission dates immediately—confirming this single detail could save your business millions in fees.

4. Aggressive Due Diligence is No Longer Optional
With transaction costs hitting record highs, a mistake in property classification or title verification will cost you five times more than it used to. Never cut corners at Alausa. Work strictly with vetted estate surveyors and real estate lawyers.

5. Compliance is the New Enforcement Focus
The government is digitizing and streamlining these frameworks to boost internal revenue. Relying on outdated information or trying to bypass the system via informal "middlemen" will likely lead to heavy penalties or flagged titles.

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The Bottom Line
The Blue Book framework is active. Businesses that adapt will protect their margins; those that ignore it will lose serious capital.

To help corporate investors and entrepreneurs navigate this shift, I have mapped out the exact fair market value frameworks, zoning fee changes, and official Alausa costs into a highly practical guide.

📚 Click Here to Download the Lagos Blue Book Valuation & Fee Guide on Selar

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⚠️ FREE Assist: Drop the location/zone of your commercial property or lease below, and I will tell you how the new valuation framework shifts costs in your area. Let's discuss.

Romance › Re: Man Wears Pink Pant & Waist Beads To Welcome Oyinbo Lover At Lagos Airport by IDERAWOLE(m): 11:26am On Jul 24
nlfpmod:
Here is a viral video of a Nigerian man rocking pink pant, waist beads, passionately hugging, lifting and kissing his foreign (oyinbo) girlfriend upon her arrival at the airport, surrounded by onlookers.



https://x.com/i/status/2080286549900460407
Sickness full town.
Literature/Writing Ads › The Opportunity Behind The Lagos Blue Book – Why Smart Investors Are Paying Attn by IDERAWOLE(op):
Most people are complaining about the new Lagos Blue Book.

Smart investors are studying it.

Here's why.

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1. Higher Costs Mean Higher Barriers to Entry

With

Governor's Consent fees now up to ₦90 million in some areas, many casual investors will be priced out. This means less competition for serious investors who can afford the new costs.

Opportunity: If you have the capital, you're entering a market with fewer competitors.

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2. Transparency Attracts Serious Capital

The government says the Blue Book is designed to improve transparency, reduce disputes, and boost investor confidence.

Opportunity: As the market becomes more transparent, institutional investors and foreign capital will flow in. Early movers will benefit.

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3. Infrastructure Is Driving Growth

Major infrastructure projects – including the Lekki Deep Sea Port, rail lines, and new expressways – are transforming Lagos. Properties near these projects are projected to see 18-35% faster appreciation.

Opportunity: Invest in growth corridors before prices fully adjust.

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4. The Housing Deficit Is Massive

Lagos has a housing deficit of approximately 2.81 million units. Demand far outstrips supply. This means sustained demand for property in well-located areas.

Opportunity: Long-term appreciation is almost guaranteed for well-positioned investments.

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5. Knowledge Is Now Your Competitive Advantage

Most investors don't understand the new Blue Book. They're confused. They're overpaying. They're making costly mistakes.

If you understand the system, you have a competitive advantage.

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The Bottom Line

The Blue Book hasn't destroyed the Lagos property market – it's raised the bar. Smart investors who understand the new system will thrive.

I've written a practical guide called "Your Land, Your Legacy: The Homeowner's Guide to the Lagos Blue Book." It's not just for homeowners – it's for anyone serious about property investment in Lagos.

📚 Click here to get my eBook

Let's discuss – drop your thoughts below.
Business › Re: FG Launches YOUTHCRED, Offers ₦200,000–₦2 Million Loans To 500,000 Youths by IDERAWOLE(m): 11:11am On Jul 23
OredoPikin:
U mean North collected NEFFUND and yet are angry with Tinubu 🤣
Guy all these money are been embezzled.
It only gets to a very few
I pity you. Keep shouting say na embezzlement money. All the young guys around will change their lives and you'll begin to envy them.

Unfortunately for people like you, your crying on the internet won't reach the people benefiting who don't have smartphone not to talk of getting data to browse.

So, keep collecting money from those sponsoring you guys and be smiling to the bank.

This country will be great whether you like it or not.
Properties › 5 Costly Mistakes Lagos Homeowners Make With The New Blue Book(avoid Them) by IDERAWOLE(op):
Hello everyone,

If you own property in Lagos, this is for you.

On May 1, 2026, the Lagos State Government introduced the new "Blue Book" – a property valuation framework that increased official land values by up to 525% in some areas.

What does this mean? Governor's Consent fees in Lekki Phase 1 jumped from ₦18 million to ₦90 million. That's real money.

But here is the problem: most homeowners don't know what they now owe. And many agents are taking advantage of this confusion to overcharge unsuspecting Nigerians.

After months of research and speaking with homeowners, I've identified 5 costly mistakes that are costing people millions.


Mistake 1: Assuming the Old Rates Still Apply

If you think the fees you paid 5 years ago still apply, you're in for a shock. The Blue Book updated official property values for the first time since 2015.

The percentage charged for most fees hasn't changed. But the value of your land has. If your land is now worth 3 times more, your fees are now 3 times more.

How to avoid it: Always check the current Blue Book rates before budgeting for any transaction.


Mistake 2: Not Understanding How Your Property Is Classified

The Blue Book classifies properties by:

· Location (where your property sits)
· Status of development (bare land or developed)
· Property type (bungalow, terrace, flat, detached, semi-detached)

Two identical houses in different areas pay completely different fees.

How to avoid it: [/b]Verify your property's official classification with the Lagos State Lands Bureau before calculating fees.


[b]Mistake 3: Paying Agents Who Inflate the Fees


Some agents take advantage of homeowners' confusion to overcharge. They collect more than the official fee and keep the excess.

This happens more than you think.

How to avoid it: Always ask for a written breakdown of every fee. Cross-check with official rates. If something seems too high, question it.


Mistake 4: Avoiding Formal Registration Because It's "Too Expensive"

I've seen many homeowners decide not to register their property because the fees seem high. This is a dangerous mistake.

Unregistered property:

· Cannot be legally sold
· Cannot be used as collateral for loans
· Is vulnerable to government acquisition
· May be subject to penalties later

How to avoid it: [/b]Bite the bullet and register. The cost of registration is far less than the cost of losing your property.


[b]Mistake 5: Not Asking for a Breakdown of What You're Paying For

The government charges multiple fees – [/b]Governor's Consent, Stamp Duties, Registration, Capital Contribution, and Charting.

Paying without a breakdown means you don't know what you're paying for – or whether you're being overcharged.

[b]How to avoid it:
Always request a detailed breakdown of every fee. If the breakdown isn't provided, don't pay.


The Bottom Line

The Blue Book is here to stay. The fees have changed. And knowledge is now your most powerful tool.

If you want to understand the new system, avoid these mistakes, and protect what you've built, I've written a practical guide called "Your Land, Your Legacy: The Homeowner's Guide to the Lagos Blue Book."

It breaks down everything in plain English – no legal jargon, no confusion. Just clarity.

📚 Click here to get my eBook

I'm happy to answer any questions. Drop them below.
Politics › Re: Atiku’s Camp Calls For Oriire Kidnap Probe Following Revelation By Freed Teacher by IDERAWOLE(m): 12:58pm On Jul 19
LibertyRep:
APC in it's opposition days would have done more than this.

But can you people stop please, and have some decorum.

Can you respect the memories of the dead.

Can you not dampen the morale of the security men who made sacrifices for this feat to be recorded.

You politicians can do better.
Anyone following these opposition politicians should have the school certificate seized. Their brains are a disgrace to education.
Business › Re: How Much Is Needed To Start Up A Gas Refilling Business? by IDERAWOLE(m): 7:56am On Jul 07
Factoryfitted:
How do you mean, when you say "gas skid", please? Also could you respond to the other mentions for clarifications? Thanks smiley
There's a skid for sale at a giveaway price now if you move fast you can get it.
Politics › Re: Freedom Of Expression Is Not Freedom To Defame- Tinubu by IDERAWOLE(m): 6:01am On Jul 04
Racoon:
Says the worst defamer who ended up the worst disaster ever to befall a nation. There is no imaginable insult, lies, propaganda and fabrication Tinubu didn't said or do to Jonathan. However, he was not dealt with.
You're right bro, open wide your mouth and say anything you like, you are the next president of Nigeria. After all the only president had who hasn't been locked up before his Presidency is Jonathan, if fit enjoy the same grace too. All the best to you.
Politics › Re: Akwa-Ibom Section Of The Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road by IDERAWOLE(m): 5:54am On Jul 04
Bluna:
Coastal highway is good. But this is a misplaced priority. What Nigerians need at this moment is not coastal highway. Almost everybody needs electricity to survive in one way or the other. But I don't think Nigerians need coastal highway to survive.


.. if we can just achieve uninterrupted 16 hours out of 24 in a day, our economy will no doubt experience a big boom
It's very you no go school. If you go school, the federal government should close it down right now! Walahi, you no sabi anything.
Romance › Re: Female Neighbor Threatening Me With Jail. by IDERAWOLE(m): 3:17pm On Jun 26
Demonic01:
Biko elaborate more on how the lady was going to deal with the intended father of her baby abi she wan keel am?
The lady will indicate, just ask for her contact.
Romance › Re: Female Neighbor Threatening Me With Jail. by IDERAWOLE(m): 9:36am On Jun 26
Demonic01:
Biko elaborate more on how the lady was going to deal with the intended father of her baby abi she wan keel am?
Ask the guy to link you up to the lady. If you are like the guy you'll here from the horse's mouth.
Some of you don't know that the days of knacking and saying you no dey ready for marriage don pass.

Be ready to chop your pounded yam as boiled yam.
Romance › Re: Female Neighbor Threatening Me With Jail. by IDERAWOLE(m):
papiSNEH:
Good day everyone..

my narration may be long but please bear with me. i'm the type that loves keeping things low-key, minding my business and staying on my lane. I don't look for people's trouble but that doesn't mean if they look for mine i won't double it.

anyways long story short. i moved in into my present compound, mostly tenants here are family people. Apart exchanging pleasantries "Good morning",and "Good evening", i don't talk to any fellow tenant. and as someone who mostly works remote and into crypto, e no go hard them to tag me one name i just day my day.

so after like 2 or 3 months i parked in, then moved in a single lady that should be probably in her mid or late 30s but body her body na killer. she's always own her lane, goes to work early and back by evening,she constant keeps straight face and hardly greet or talk to anyone but a little soft when it's me. later i started noticing her kind of dodoyo eye contact.

i wasn't much surprise, one evening while i standing beside front of our estate's gate with the delivery bike-man receiving my package. as she was returning back from work, she walked up to me there and asked if i have eaten shawarma pointing one shawarma spot opposite end. saying yesterday was her first time trying their's and since then she haven't been her self...(in my mind was like why are you tell me all this or should i go and fight them?)....and that her day was hectic with diarrhea and fever all join. as we where going in, i asked hope she have taken medicine atlest to stop the running stomach she said yes but the ones she took ain't that effective and wants to get another one. i then told and directed her to a big pharmacy in our area, that after she gets home and freshens up she can go there and get the medicine. but she then insist that i must follow her, that she's tired and we going together will energize her. inside my mind i just smiled and talking inside me "watin u dey find for sokoto no worry e dey inside my shokoto, body go tell you soon". i didn't give her a forward answer i told her i'm going in, to try the package i just receive and do some few things but when she's done she can come to my apartment to call me if i'm less busy by then i will escort her to the pharmacy.

so from that very day that's how me and she became close, we started running parol and i dey constantly give her watin no good.. within me i know fully nothing is attached . my own is to keep the engine running for her Mr.Right to come drive the car away. i later got to know she's a bank in a top position too and she gallant well well. she has a large heart unless i didn't ask. her net worth can relocated family of 5 to US and they would hit the ground running immediately ..everything was matured and going smoothly but the only problem is the she's against us using bulletproof whenever we want to go to war cos she likes it raw...to my own understanding she's no longer a baby she will be tiding things up care of herself and taking after pills.

things have going on for over 8months now and no issues. so past Friday she came to my apartment telling lately she've not been feeling to well that on her back home, she branched the hospital to receive her result and that she's pregnant. immediately i asked her Pregnant ke? how? are you a baby ? don't you know how to prevent?.i then asked her what she wants about all this, she replied i should do what a man supposed to do.. supposed to do keh? of all the people in this world na banker i go come marry? people way too dey chop dem selfs office. colleague go chop, manger go chop even big customers ain't left out.. na watin innocent me wan come chop till i kpeme. I am 75% sure i'm the one that got her pregnant but DNA must clear the 25% doubt.

i then told her that i'm not ready for any of this. that i have goals to achieve and the one i score in her post is not one of them.. she went crazy after the drama she left but since then i have been receiving threatening messages and calls from unknown fellows but me i no send.. she can't rope me with belle.. i can't marry someone that's older than me.
This must be cock and bull story. Your last paragraph really got me angry.

You can't marry someone older than you but you can knack her.

If you like your life, you had better begin to prepare for marriage seriously by changing your mindset. You don marry.

That lady will so deal with you, you'll forget your birthday.

I would've called you names but let me leave you.

You're even lucky you still get hand to type on keypad. Yèyé boy.
Politics › Re: Why Tinubu Needs To Resign — Atiku’s Aide, Paul Ibe by IDERAWOLE(m): 4:14pm On Jun 24
Ofunaofu:
Tinubu should simply heed his own advice and resign over insecurity.

It's that simple.

You told Goodluck Jonathan to resign because of insecurity. Today, under your administration, insecurity is arguably worse.

By your own standard, shouldn't you heed your own advice and resign?
Don't worry he won't just resign, he'll call both Atiku and Obi to come and throw dice on whom to handover to so that we can avoid January elections. No be so? Yèyé people.

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