Mark Rutte holds the record as the longest serving Prime Minister of Netherlands. He became Prime Minister in 2010 and handed over to Dick Schoof in 2024, after a coalition led by Schoof won elections
But how Mark Rutte handed over is a lesson for African leaders. In July 2024 after winning elections, Schoof arrived at the Prime Minister's Office in The Hague for handover. Schoof and Rutte signed the handover documents, displayed the documents for the press to take pictures, after which Mark Rutte came out of the building, got on his bicycle, waved to the New Prime Minister and his aid, they waved back, and Mark Rutte cycled away to his house after 14 years in power. The whole thing did not take up to 15 minutes
"UK-based Naija guy fills up 53 litres of petrol and pays £97... that's roughly ₦190,000 at today's rate! 😱 He shouts 'UK life is just suffering and smiling' and asks how much the same fuel costs back home in Nigeria right now.
Watch him react in real time + see why Nigerians online are dragging him hard (Minimum wage UK vs Naija comparison incoming...) Current reality check (March 2026):
UK petrol ~£1.42/litre (avg) Nigeria petrol ~₦1,000–1,200/litre (varies by state) But UK minimum wage ~£1,000–1,200/month vs Nigeria ₦70,000/month Is abroad really suffering or selective comparison? Drop your thoughts below!
Rep9jaCom: A viral video circulating online captures a heated altercation between a man and his date at a restaurant after she invited him out, Rep9ja reports.
If you are tired, eat normal good food and sleep....once you wake up start the hustle again.
Energy drink kills.
CharlesNavy: good day NL. I am the type that takes energy drink (Fearless energy drink to be precise) everyday. I normally take one bottle of it in a day. To the medical expert, can this drink have a negative effect on me? Considering the fact that i only take a bottle per day. Thanks
The benchmark of crude oil in Nigeria 2026 budget made for this year is $64.85 per barrel.
So its easy for Tinubu to sell even at 70usd per barrel to dangote to meet up with 2026 national budget expenditure, without hurting Nigerians. But of course, he will still sell at normal market price at international market
Then everything will go back to normal 768naira per liter at the filling stations.
But, he will want to still show heartlessness, as usually....thereby slowing down his domestic economy.
The advantage we have over bangledesh is the fact that we have a working refinery, we should not suffer like them.
In the past governments, once it's close to elections they quickly easing policies in other to make citizens like them to enable a smooth sailing into another term. But this Tinubu regime don't even care, cos he has everything all planned out as he has put his inec chairman there...He doesn't even need any Nigerian to vote to win the 2027 general election.
So make una die of the highest living cost, insecurity and even make fuel sell at 5000naira per litre he doesn't care.
AnonPoet: IPMAN Urges Federal Government to Slash Crude Oil Costs for Dangote Refinery Amid Soaring Petrol Prices
Before you take her to a particular joint or bar...sebi you must have done your findings to know if the place is affordable to you.
When you finally sit, it should be your responsibility to check what she orders if you are ok with it, in terms of the cost.
She cannot come and force what she wants to eat on you, except she will be the one to pay, because otherwise you calling her out, she might not be in that location at that particular time.
So, truly....Pete Edochie is right.
Rep9jaCom: Veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Edochie, has sparked conversation online after sharing his opinion on who should handle expenses during a date, Rep9ja reports.
According to the respected actor, a man who invites a woman out should be fully prepared to take financial responsibility for the outing, including transportation and any other costs.
Speaking on the matter, the Nollywood legend emphasized that the woman should not be expected to pay for anything since she did not initiate the meeting.
In his words, he said:
Edochie maintained that the woman should not bear any financial burden during the outing because the invitation came from the man.
His remarks have since sparked debate on social media, with many users sharing differing opinions about dating expectations and financial responsibility in modern relationships.
While some people supported his view, arguing that the person who invites should naturally handle the bills, others insisted that dating in today’s world should involve shared responsibility between both partners.
𝙑𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙤 𝙀𝙫𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝘽𝙚𝙡𝙤𝙬 👇👇
“If you invite a girl out on a date, you must take responsibility for whatever she does, transportation and other expenses. She is not the one who decided to pay you a visit on her own; you are the one who invited her.” — Chief Pete Edochie https://t.co/s1sYktvlLIpic.twitter.com/iG07EUQWsf
And known of them would speak ill of this government
Meektunz: Looking at other TV stations' look, you'll spit on Nigeria Government. Everything is just so messy and embarrassing. I compared the studio with other private stations and i realized this country is gone and has no hope.
But it's true....all these our so called leaders that say they love Nigeria and want to serve Nigeria, let them send their children and wards to the Nigerian Army to defend the country as well.
That's the truth.....
The Nigerian Army or FG should Release Olamilekan from detention.
Where are those TV shows that lick the asses of politicians?? Where are they? No where to be found.
If Rufai leaves arise morning show, I can bet you viewers will drop drastically.
What level of respect do these our greedy politicians deserve??
Rufai is calling a spade a spade, whether you like it or not.
Have you watched the way Peter obi was questioned on arise and how he answered all the questions?
Is when you are a criminal and someone asks you if you are, you start to make quarrel.
Have you ever called an ashewo an ashewo?? Try it today, to find out, how these politicians feel when they are called what and who they are...criminals.
Just avoid interview with Arise TV if you don't want to face Rufai Oseni...shikena
The 165 primary school girls that were killed in a joint US-Israel attacks on Iran on February 28, are being buried en masse today. The school was targeted in the opening salvos of tomahawk cruise missiles fired by the U.S. Navy, resulting in the death of 165 schoolgirls and their teachers.
The 165 primary school girls that were killed in a joint US-Israel attacks on Iran on February 28, are being buried en masse today. The school was targeted in the opening salvos of tomahawk cruise missiles fired by the U.S. Navy, resulting in the death of 165 schoolgirls and their teachers.
Did they not discuss this before getting married....or did a party lied about it??
Rep9jaCom: A young couple’s marriage has reportedly collapsed just three months after their wedding, following a deep disagreement over church attendance, Rep9ja reports.
It's a harsh way of showing your disapproval, but if it's what you seem fit...its ok by me....cos if you don't correct it, that man would be you very soon, after marrying her.
Rep9jaCom: A man has stirred debate online after revealing why he walked away from his wedding on the day of the ceremony, Rep9ja reports.
The story, originally shared on X (formerly Twitter), described how a single incident at the venue changed his mind about getting married.
According to the man, trouble began during preparations for family photographs. He said his wife’s mother publicly yelled at her husband for lagging behind.
The groom claimed the manner in which she spoke to her husband alarmed him.
He said the incident made him fear for his future.
The man explained that he created an excuse to leave the venue without raising suspicion.
Pukkalolo: As a Man, You can pay her bride price with blood, sweat… You can slave 12-hour days, six days a week working to provide for her, to fund the house bills, the kids' school fees and feeding, take care of her expenses, send money to her family back home….
You can literally stand in front of a truck to save her life, die for her without a second thought…
Regardless of that… She'd still raise her voice at you in your own house. Still roll her eyes when you open your mouth, as if your words are already beneath her notice. Still talk back to you with that sharp, cutting tone she’d never dare use on her boss, her pastor, or the gym instructor who barks orders at her. Still dismiss your opinion mid-sentence, like it’s background noise, like you’re her annoying younger brother instead of the man who carries the roof over her head.
And worse…sometimes even straight-up punish you by locking her legs and denying you sex for days, weeks or months, just to prove a point.
Meanwhile, the same woman walks into her boss's office, softens her tone, nods quickly, says "Yes sir" without hesitation, stays late if asked, absorbs criticism from her Boss calmly.
The same woman sits in church, hangs on every word her pastor drops, kneels down for him to lay his hands on her, calls him "My Daddy in the Lord," never dares interrupt or question his authority.
The same woman shows up to the gym, lets the instructor bark orders, correct her by sexually touching her hips, ass, thighs, laps… and she obeys, sweats, smiles through the pain, says "Thank you sir" after.
Why?
Why does she highly respect her Boss, Pastor and gym instructors but disrespect you her husband/ loyal boyfriend?
Because her Boss, Pastor and gym instructors occupy frames of unapologetic dominance, consequence, and zero emotional neediness…
Her boss doesn't need her approval to exist. He doesn't plead for her respect. He demand it with consequences baked in: miss a deadline and the salary vanishes… He can fire her tomorrow. Demote her. His world doesn't collapse if she walks away angry. So he gives orders, expects compliance. She feels his dominance. That dominance triggers respect, and subconscious attraction in her.
Her pastor doesn’t need emotional support from her. No “honey, do you think I should bla bla bla?”. He doesn't need her approval… He stands on a pulpit and speaks with confidence, as if he and God just ate breakfast that morning.
Her gym instructor… Same thing. He pushes her limits, doesn't care if she likes him… he cares if she progresses. He punishes laziness with more reps, more pain. No negotiation. No "please babe, can you bla bla bla?" He literally just gives raw directive energy.
Lions roar and the pride moves. Sheep bleat and hope someone listens. Most husbands bleat. Most husbands are Sheeps.
Here's the bitter truth…
The moment you become her "husband," is the moment you lose the very polarity that made her wet for you in the first place.
Why?
Because society, church, media, aunties tell you "husband" means:
- Provider first, leader second (or never).
- Soften your masculinity to "keep peace."
- Avoid conflict at all costs ("happy wife, happy life".
- Seek her agreement before making any decisions.
- Apologize even when you're right.
This is how a husband becomes predictable, needy for her sex, her “yes.” You trade being a demanding lion for being her accommodating sheep… and then act surprised when the jungle laws still apply.
Remember, lions sit at the top of the food chain. So lions get the best food. That’s exactly why her pastor, her boss, and her gym instructor get her best behavior: submissive, eager-to-please version of her… the soft voice, the quick “Yes sir,” the bowed head, the extra effort…
Look, Men…
Women are wired (evolutionarily, psychologically, call it what you want) to feel a raw attraction toward men who demand… not beg, not negotiate, not explain themselves...
Demanding men create tension. Tension creates heat. Heat creates sexual attraction or submission.
Boss demands output… she delivers or loses income. That create tension and heat. So she works hard to please her Boss.
You: the husband or the loyal boyfriend , demand nothing real from her. Or when you do, it sounds weak like this: “Please don’t talk to me like that…”
No consequence. No grounded dominance.
So she frustrate you,. She pushes. She argues. She gives you attitude.
Not because she’s evil. Not because she’s a bad wife. But because something primal in her is whispering: “Why does this man feel so weak?” or “Did I marry a man… or a boy who needs my approval to function?”
And every time you fold, over-explain, bribe with gifts, or avoid confrontation to “keep the peace,” you don’t create peace. You confirm your own weakness.
And female attraction doesn’t attach to weakness. It slowly detaches from it. Then she starts cheating on you.
Who is he building the roads for?? After terrorist have finished the indigenous people right?
SlavaUkraini: President Bola Tinubu has approved the immediate reconstruction of three federal roads in Niger State and the extension of the Bodo–Bonny Road to connect with the East–West Road in Rivers State.
The president gave the approval during a meeting with the Minister of Works, David Umahi.
The three road projects in Niger State are expected to be reconstructed using reinforced concrete pavement to ensure durability and long-term value
They include; Mokwa–Bida Road (120km); Mokwa–Makeri Road (63km) and Bida–Labata Road (123.5km).
The extension of the Bodo–Bonny Road to connect with the East–West Road, the project will be executed on a dual carriageway capacity.
It is also expected to get constructed with concrete pavement, and equipped with solar-powered street lighting.