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 Foreign Affairs › Re: US Places 25% Tariffs On Nigeria,,... by Ironfaceman(op): 7:28pm On Jan 15 |
Trump will never stop amazing us with his imperialist Nazi style democracy. I taught he said he was going to give Iranian leader the maduro treatment. So why is he upon the crazy visa fee punishment to no more visa at all And now to increasing tax on a country ranked among the 20 poorest countries To what end, the Christians you vowed to protect are suffering as much as the Muslim you want to punish.. 2027 Nigerians should get it right if not this level of banditry and terrorism will be child's play. 1 Like |
| Foreign Affairs › US Places 25% Tariffs On Nigeria,,... by Ironfaceman(op): 7:27pm On Jan 15 |
US places 25% tariffs on Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya and 2 others doing business with IranA new US trade warning aimed at countries trading with Iran is putting several African economies under pressure, as Washington signals it is willing to escalate tariffs and review preferential trade access for partners it views as misaligned with its foreign policy objectives. #This policy shift impacts African nations by potentially increasing export costs and threatening access to U.S. preferential trade agreements. #The United States has issued a warning targeting countries trading with Iran, proposing heightened tariffs on goods as a deterrent. #Recent data indicates growing trade relations between Iran and African nations, with a significant increase in exports on both sides. #Simultaneously, deteriorating conditions in Iran, including severe unrest, amplify the significance of these trade measures. The United States has issued a sweeping new tariff warning that could reshape Africa’s trade relationships, targeting countries that continue doing business with Iran at a time when Tehran is rapidly expanding its economic footprint across the continent. The move threatens higher export costs, currency pressure, and potential loss of preferential access to the US market for several African economies. Iran has been gripped by widespread unrest triggered by a collapsing rial and inflation nearing 40%. Protests demanding the fall of the country’s theocratic government have spread across major cities, while authorities have imposed near-total internet blackouts, limiting independent reporting. Reuters, citing the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA), reported more than 500 deaths as of 11 January. A later update cited by CBS News put the death toll at at least 12,000, though figures remain difficult to independently verify. Iran has been gripped by widespread unrest triggered by a collapsing rial and inflation nearing 40%. Protests demanding the fall of the country’s theocratic government have spread across major cities, while authorities have imposed near-total internet blackouts, limiting independent reporting. Reuters, citing the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA), reported more than 500 deaths as of 11 January. A later update cited by CBS News put the death toll at at least 12,000, though figures remain difficult to independently verify. African countries already facing higher US tariffs Under Trump’s “reciprocal” tariff policy, several African economies are already subject to elevated US import duties. South Africa faces tariffs of up to 30% on selected goods, Nigeria about 14–15%, Ghana between 10–15%, while Kenya and Tanzania are subject to around 10%. Other African countries face a baseline 10% tariff. For countries that continue trading with Iran, including South Africa, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Tanzania, and Somalia, the new measure would add an additional 25% levy on all US-bound exports, sharply reducing competitiveness. https://africa.businessinsider.com/local/lifestyle/us-places-25-tariffs-on-nigeria-south-africa-kenya-and-2-others-doing-business-with/r0gw9d4
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| Politics › Re: Katsina State Government Releases 70 Bandits by Ironfaceman(m): 1:41pm On Jan 13 |
The North is a sore on the body of this country. What happened to the capital punishment. The North is dying from terrorist and jihadist. Yet they are letting some go scout free. We don't have a president. That I know be cause what happened to capital punishment. 1 Like |
| Politics › Re: 2027: No Free Elections In Climate Of Repression — Atiku by Ironfaceman(m): 1:36pm On Jan 13 |
That's my greatest fear that my vote will not count. All the governors are hob nobbing a president that lacks integrity. INEC chair man is an APC sympathizer. |
| Crime › Re: 34 arrests in Spain during action against the ‘’ criminal organisation by Ironfaceman(op): 11:54pm On Jan 10 |
Who cursed Nigeria, its like Nigerians are the enemy of Nigeria A country was lenient to grant you visa. You now pay the country back with crime. To all the Nigerians destroying the reputation of this country Whether they are in India, Cambodia, bangledesh, thialiand, Canada, UK, America, South Africa. God will certainly destroy you all. |
| Crime › 34 arrests in Spain during action against the ‘’ criminal organisation by Ironfaceman(op): 11:54pm On Jan 10 |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IVJkjOv5UE?si=yErjOIryXFgEk3H6 The Spanish National Police (Policía Nacional), in close cooperation with the Bavarian State Criminal Police Office (Bayerisches Landeskriminalamt) and with the support of Europol, has conducted an operation against the international criminal organisation ‘’. The action resulted in 34 arrests and significant disruptions to the group's activities. is a highly structured, hierarchical group with its origins in Nigeria and a global presence in dozens of countries. The core group of arrested suspects consists of 10 individuals of Nigerian nationality The criminal network is known for its involvement in a wide range of criminal activities, including cyber-enabled fraud, drug trafficking, human trafficking and prostitution, kidnapping, armed robbery and fraudulent spiritual practices. The group's annual criminal proceeds are estimated to be in the billions of euros, generated through many small-scale operations that collectively have a significant impact. Arrests and further investigations A total of 34 people were arrested in Spain, with 28 arrests carried out in Seville, as well as 3 in Madrid, 2 in Málaga and 1 in Barcelona. Investigators believe that the criminal network is responsible for fraud resulting in damages exceeding EUR 5.93 million. Over the course of the operation, authorities have frozen EUR 119 352 in bank accounts and seized EUR 66 403 in cash during house searches. The cross-border collaboration between Germany and Spain included Spanish investigators receiving analytical support, the exchange of intelligence, and the deployment of two German officers on-site during the action day. The operation targeted the core group of the organised crime network, which recruits money mules in impoverished areas with high unemployment rates. Most of these vulnerable individuals are of Spanish nationality and are exploited to facilitate the network’s criminal activities. This operation was supported by Europol through a range of services, including information analysis, a data sprint held in Madrid, and on-the-spot support. Europol has been instrumental in mapping the group's structure across countries, centralising information, sharing relevant intelligence packages, and supporting coordinated national investigations. This strategy aims to disrupt the group’s operations and seize assets, addressing the challenges posed by the group's dispersed small cases, cross-border activity, and the blurring of crimes into ‘ordinary’ local offences. Background on , formally linked to the Neo-Black Movement of Africa, is a highly structured, hierarchical group with a global presence. It divides its territory into approximately 60 zones in Nigeria and 35 abroad, with about 200 members per zone. In total, the organisation has roughly 30 000 registered members, and countless affiliated individuals such as money mules and facilitators. The group enforces strict codes of conduct, violent and ritualistic initiations, and spiritual practices.
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: ‘I Don’t Need International Law To Act’ – Trump On Only Reason He Can Stop by Ironfaceman(op): 2:53pm On Jan 09 |
After reading this article, I can only say absolute power corrupts absolutely. Those supporting this lunatic should know a mad man have no friend. The way he attacked your enemy is the way he'll attack you. |
| Foreign Affairs › ‘I Don’t Need International Law To Act’ – Trump On Only Reason He Can Stop by Ironfaceman(op): 2:53pm On Jan 09 |
President Donald Trump of the United States has said he does not need international law, claiming that his powers are limited only by his own idea of what is right and wrong. In an interview with the New York Times, the US leader said the only limit on his power as president is “my own morality and my own mind.” He added, “It’s the only thing that can stop me. I’m not trying to hurt anyone. He said, “I do” when asked if his administration needed to follow international law, but then explained that “it depends on how you define international law.” Talking to the newspaper as his administration looks into “a range of options” to gain control of Greenland, Trump also stressed the importance of ownership. Ownership is really important,” Trump said, adding, “Because that’s what I feel is psychologically needed for success. “I believe that when you own something, you have a right that you don’t get if you just rent it or agree to a treaty. Ownership gives you certain rights and parts that you can’t get just by signing a paper.” Trump also said he did not think his decision to remove Nicolás Maduro as Venezuela’s leader would create a situation where China could take over Taiwan or Russia could take control of Ukraine. To justify the US’s attacks on Venezuela, Trump again claimed that Maduro was accused of sending gang members into the United States. “This was a real threat… You weren’t witnessing people rushing into China. You didn’t have drugs pouring into China. You didn’t experience all the difficult things that we have experienced. You didn’t open up the jails in Taiwan and let people come into China. No criminals were flowing into Russia.” He said he does not think Chinese President Xi Jinping will take control of Taiwan, “That’s up to him, what he’s going to be doing.” I let him know I would be very upset if he did that, and I don’t think he will do it. I hope he doesn’t. He might take that action once we have a new president, but I don’t think he’ll do it while I’m in charge.” Trump’s latest interview comes as tensions increase in the country, especially after ICE shot a woman in Minneapolis on Wednesday, which sparked large protests. This is also as the US relations with European allies worsen over Trump’s possible plan to take control of Greenland. https://dailypost.ng/2026/01/09/i-dont-need-international-law-to-act-trump-on-only-reason-he-can-stop/
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| Foreign Affairs › ‘I Don’t Need International Law To Act’ – Trump On Only Reason He Can Stop by Ironfaceman(op): 2:29pm On Jan 09 |
President Donald Trump of the United States has said he does not need international law, claiming that his powers are limited only by his own idea of what is right and wrong. In an interview with the New York Times, the US leader said the only limit on his power as president is “my own morality and my own mind.” He added, “It’s the only thing that can stop me. I’m not trying to hurt anyone. 1 Like |
| Politics › Re: Why Lagos Must Check Unregulated Activities On Public Spaces – Commissioner by Ironfaceman(op): 11:28am On Jan 08 |
I like your angle to this topic, but demolition is part of cleaning up too. Killermamba: |
| Politics › Re: Why Lagos Must Check Unregulated Activities On Public Spaces – Commissioner by Ironfaceman(op): 8:43am On Jan 08 |
Good bless Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, for his eagle eye observation. Lagos mainland is fast becoming a dung hill. If you lived in lagos in the 80s and look at mainland lagos now, you'll shake your head in regret. Like the commissioner said population explosion if left unchecked can become a menace. Those informal spaces we use to love about lagos like the walkway, river banks, the pedestrian aisle and open fields have been converted to make shift residence and places for open defecation. The state government should do the needful before the rot starts to smell. 15 Likes 1 Share |
| Politics › Why Lagos Must Check Unregulated Activities On Public Spaces – Commissioner by Ironfaceman(op): 8:43am On Jan 08 |
The Lagos State Government has expressed determination to check and control what it called rising unregulated activities on open spaces, called informal spaces in a renewed measures at ensuring maximum regulation through effective compliance interventions.https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/01/why-lagos-must-check-unregulated-activities-on-public-spaces-commissioner/ 3 Likes
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| Travel › Re: US Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond For Nigerians, by Ironfaceman(op): 8:11am On Jan 08 |
| Travel › Re: US Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond For Nigerians, by Ironfaceman(op): 9:47pm On Jan 07 |
I wonder oo. How person wan take japa. 😂 Femeto: 1 Like |
| Travel › Re: US Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond For Nigerians, by Ironfaceman(op): 9:19pm On Jan 07 |
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| Travel › Re: US Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond For Nigerians, by Ironfaceman(op): 9:11pm On Jan 07 |
It shall come to pass, Nigeria will work for me and you. The current crop of politicians will be disposed 2027. princeade86: 2 Likes |
| Travel › Re: US Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond For Nigerians, by Ironfaceman(op): 9:06pm On Jan 07 |
You make sense with your point Let's hope 2027 Nigerians will do the right thing. Hellisreal70: 1 Like 2 Shares |
| Travel › Re: US Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond For Nigerians, by Ironfaceman(op): 9:05pm On Jan 07 |
Nothing panning nothing. I taught trump will make exemption for nairaland MAGA  They're dumbfounded now. Konquest: 3 Likes |
| Travel › Re: US Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond For Nigerians, by Ironfaceman(op): 8:41pm On Jan 07 |
Seun nlfp mod Nlfpmod. Do the needful. Push this out. 2 Likes |
| Travel › Re: US Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond For Nigerians, by Ironfaceman(op): 6:15pm On Jan 07*. Modified: 10:06pm On Jan 07 |
15000 dollars that means many supporters of Trump on nairaland will never visit America Many supporters don't even know when their next meal is coming talk less of visa fee. God will continue to keep the Elite buoyant. IJN 113 Likes 6 Shares |
| Travel › US Introduces $15,000 Visa Bond For Nigerians, by Ironfaceman(op): 6:14pm On Jan 07 |
The United States has introduced new travel restrictions that could require Nigerians applying for B1/B2 visas to post bonds of up to $15,000. According to information published on the US Department of State’s website, Travel.State.Gov, the payment of a bond does not guarantee visa issuance, adding that fees paid without the direction of a consular officer will not be refunded. Of the listed Nations, African countries accounted for 24 of the 38, including Nigeria, in the updated list released by the US State Department on Tuesday. Visa bonds are financial guarantees required by the US State Department for certain foreign nationals from countries classified as high-risk, who are applying for B1/B2 visas for business or tourism purposes. The implementation dates vary by country, with Nigeria’s date set for January 21, 2026. The Department of State said nationals from the listed countries have been identified as requiring visa bonds, with implementation dates shown in parentheses. Countries affected include Algeria (21 January 2026), Angola (21 January 2026), Antigua and Barbuda (21 January 2026), Bangladesh (21 January 2026), Benin (21 January 2026), Bhutan (1 January 2026), Botswana (1 January 2026), Burundi (21 January 2026), Cabo Verde (21 January 2026), Central African Republic (1 January 2026), Côte d’Ivoire (21 January 2026), Cuba (21 January 2026), Djibouti (21 January 2026), Dominica (21 January 2026). The rest are; Nigeria (21 January 2026), São Tomé and Príncipe (23 October 2025), Senegal (21 January 2026), Tajikistan (21 January 2026), Tanzania (23 October 2025), Togo (21 January 2026), Tonga (21 January 2026), Turkmenistan (1 January 2026), Tuvalu (21 January 2026), Uganda (21 January 2026), Vanuatu (21 January 2026), Venezuela (21 January 2026), Zambia (20 August 2025), and Zimbabwe (21 January 2026). The directive states that, “Any citizen or national travelling on a passport issued by one of these countries, who is otherwise found eligible for a B1/B2 visa, must post a bond of $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000. The amount is determined during the visa interview. “Applicants must also submit the Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-352. Applicants must also agree to the terms of the bond through the US Department of the Treasury’s online payment platform, Pay.gov. This requirement applies regardless of the place of application.” It added that Visa holders who post bonds must enter the United States through designated airports, including Boston Logan International Airport, John F. Kennedy International Airport. Virginia. Bonds will only be refunded when the Department of Homeland Security records the visa holder’s departure from the United States on or before the expiration of their authorised stay, when the applicant does not travel before the visa expires, or when a traveller applies for and is denied admission at a US port of entry. This development follows the introduction of partial US travel restrictions on Nigeria a week earlier. Nigeria was among 15 mostly African countries, including Angola, Antigua, Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Gabon, The Gambia and others that were placed under partial travel suspensions by the US government on 16 December. In Nigeria’s case, the US cited the presence and operations of radical Islamic terrorist groups such as Boko Haram and the Islamic State in certain parts of the country, resulting in “substantial screening and vetting difficulties.” An overstay rate of 5.56 per cent for B1/B2 visas and 11.90 per cent for F, M, and J visas was also cited as a justification for Nigeria’s inclusion. As a result, the travel suspension covered immigrant visas as well as non-immigrant categories, including B-1, B-2, B-1/B-2, F, M, and J visas. https://punchng.com/us-introduces-15000-visa-bond-for-nigerians-others/ 7 Likes 1 Share
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| Sports › Re: Anthony Joshua’s Driver, Adeniyi Kayode, Could Face Life Sentence by Ironfaceman(m): 1:48pm On Jan 07 |
So those drivers that kill people recklessly. What became of them. This save face tactics by ogun state is so bad. The roads are a death trap who is talking about that. 9 Likes |
| Travel › Re: 6 African Countries Where Travelers Must Pay Over $400 For US Visas by Ironfaceman(op): 8:13am On Jan 06 |
This is a wake up call for all Nigerians. Very soon there will be no more greener pasture but our own pasture. Hence, I'm urging fellow Nigerians not to vote APC in any level of governance. Under APC cost of living is very unaffordable yet the say Nigerians are enjoying Under Apc the court of law is dead. Under APC Jihadist aka Bandits exercise authority over the people. Killing, raping and maiming the people. Under. Apc Nigerians are now praying for American intervention. Under APC opposition parties are coerced into submission.. |
| Travel › 6 African Countries Where Travelers Must Pay Over $400 For US Visas by Ironfaceman(op): 8:13am On Jan 06 |
*Travelers from six African nations face increased visa application costs and stringent vetting procedures as of October 2025. *The new $250 Visa Integrity Fee, coupled with heightened security requirements, raises the total application cost to over $435 *Mandatory digital and biometric procedures now include social media history, email records, and real-time identity verification selfies. *These changes aim to counter visa fraud and overstays but pose significant financial and procedural challenges for African applicants Combined with standard application charges, the total now reaches $435–$439 for citizens of South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt, Morocco, Ghana, and Zimbabwe. The fee and updated vetting rules aim to reduce visa fraud, enhance identity verification, and address overstays, marking one of the most significant changes in U.S. visa policy for African travelers in recent years. The $439 total is composed of: $185 base visa application fee, $250 Visa Integrity Fee, and $4 I‑94 arrival/departure processing fee. The Integrity Fee supports enhanced vetting, compliance monitoring, and administrative costs for implementing the stricter application process Applicants must provide five years of social media history, ten years of email records, and, in some cases, phone histories. A mandatory biometric “Selfie” via mobile apps is also required to verify identity in real time, adding both security and complexity to the application process. Country-specific impacts: *Egypt: Travelers must provide detailed social media and email disclosures, increasing the $435 cost. *Nigeria: Subject to a Partial Entry Ban over high visa overstay rates, applicants face extra hurdles beyond the $439 fee. *South Africa: Despite earlier rumors of a Visa Waiver Program, applicants must pay the full Integrity Fee and comply with digital and biometric requirements. *Morocco: Travelers in Casablanca must submit GPS‑matched live selfies, increasing scrutiny and processing complexity. *Ghana: Applicants undergo financial and digital vetting, with AI cross-checking social media accounts against employment history. *Zimbabwe: Routine visa services in Harare are largely paused for non-emergency applicants, who must also comply with the $439 fee and biometric verification. Broader implications of US visa restrictions The tightening of U.S. visa policies reflects Washington’s concerns over security, overstays, and irregular migration. Some African governments, including Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, and Malawi, have introduced reciprocal measures, while others have issued formal verbal protests over the stricter vetting. For travelers, higher fees, mandatory social media and email disclosure, and biometric selfies mean longer processing times and added costs, affecting students, tourists, and business visitors. Analysts warn the changes could strain diplomatic relations and place additional pressure on U.S. consular services across the continent. The measures also mark a digital shift in immigration policy, leveraging technology to vet applicants more thoroughly. While the U.S. frames the rules as necessary for security, critics argue they create a financial and bureaucratic barrier for millions of ordinary travelers. https://africa.businessinsider.com/local/lifestyle/6-african-countries-where-travelers-must-pay-over-dollar400-for-us-visas/fvymvmg
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| Education › Re: Why Anthony Azekwoh Dropped Out Of Covenant University (CU) by Ironfaceman(m): 4:46pm On Jan 04 |
CU is a place where legends are forged. If you want to live like a dog on campus go to ekpoma. Mind you there's a price for indiscipline. 6 Likes |
| Crime › Re: Lagos Police Launch Investigation Into Chris Okafor Over Sexual Allegations by Ironfaceman(m): 3:43pm On Jan 04 |
Don't get too emotional on this Follow the facts, you might learn a thing or rwo from this comedy. I will never support sexual violence to anybody. The timing of the case is flawed by inaccuracies, which makes the matter a no case. saphiere: |
| Crime › Re: Lagos Police Launch Investigation Into Chris Okafor Over Sexual Allegations by Ironfaceman(m): 3:20pm On Jan 04 |
I taught these are civil matters. Anyway another wild old goose chase. 6 Likes |
| Politics › Re: The Most Common Prayers Nigerians Say During Hard Times by Ironfaceman(m): 9:19am On Jan 04 |
You bow your head to pray not your hands. Take note. Stephen0mozzy: 1 Like |
| Sports › Re: Cristiano Ronaldo Breaks 64-year-old Record. by Ironfaceman(op): 3:33pm On Jan 02 |
Greatness in flesh. If Ronaldo was in MLS he would be clocking a thousand goal by now. |
| Sports › Cristiano Ronaldo Breaks 64-year-old Record. by Ironfaceman(op): 3:32pm On Jan 02 |
Cristiano Ronaldo breaks 64-year-old goalscoring record surpassing England legend with Al Nassr goalCristiano Ronaldo closed out 2025 by once again proving he can still perform at the highest level, continuing to add to his remarkable goal tally. With his strike for Al Nassr on Tuesday, the Portuguese star shattered a 64-year-old goalscoring record previously held by an England legend. Al Nassr played their final match of 2025 on Tuesday, traveling to face Al Ettifaq on Matchday 12 of the 2025–26 Saudi Pro League season. In search of a late winner, João Félix fired a shot that deflected off Ronaldo’s back and found the net, sealing a 2–2 draw while also writing another chapter in Ronaldo’s history-making career. With that goal, Ronaldo surpassed Ronnie Rooke as the player with the most goals scored after turning 30. The Portuguese forward has now pushed his total to 494 goals, edging past the Englishman’s 493. Brazilian icon Romário sits third with 451, followed by Czech legend Josef Bican with 446. Rooke remains one of the most prolific scorers in English football history, particularly during the World War II era, when he also served as a physical training instructor for the Royal Air Force. The forward, who represented clubs such as Fulham, Crystal Palace, and Arsenal, even appeared for England in a wartime friendly against Wales in 1942 Rooke continued scoring across England’s lower divisions until his retirement in 1961, when he served as player-coach at Bedford. His career goal tally stood at 493, a mark that remained untouched for more than six decades until Ronaldo finally claimed the top spot, a record the Al Nassr star is poised to extend further in 2026 as he approaches his 41st birthday. Where does Lionel Messi stand? Lionel Messi, who scored more goals than Ronaldo in 2025, has long been regarded as the Portuguese star’s greatest rival, even as both near the twilight of their careers. However, when it comes to goals scored after turning 30, the Argentine falls well short of matching Ronaldo’s pace. After reaching his 30s, Messi has scored 331 goals: 165 with Barcelona, 32 with Paris Saint-Germain, 77 with Inter Miami, and 57 with Argentina. While Messi, who is two years younger, reached that total in 436 appearances compared to Ronaldo’s 583, the gap between them remains significant. Ronaldo’s post-30 goal tally includes 162 with Real Madrid, 101 with Juventus, 27 during his second stint at Manchester United, 113 with Al Nassr, and 91 for Portugal. With his total now at 494 goals since turning 30, Ronaldo has set a benchmark that future challengers may take years to approach, adding yet another landmark achievement to his storied career. https://worldsoccertalk.com/news/cristiano-ronaldo-breaks-64-year-old-goalscoring-record-surpassing-england-legend-with-al-nassr-goal/ 1 Like
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| Autos › Re: Tyre Burst Caused Anthony Joshua's Car Crash, Says Ogun Police (photo) by Ironfaceman(m): 9:22am On Dec 31, 2025 |
That's an idea worth a try. Nazgul: |
| Autos › Re: Tyre Burst Caused Anthony Joshua's Car Crash, Says Ogun Police (photo) by Ironfaceman(m): 7:13pm On Dec 30, 2025*. Modified: 9:24am On Dec 31, 2025 |
Analysis upon analysis. It won't bring the life lost. But how the driver survived this accident most be studied. Aj should rethink when travelling to ogun state. Ogun state have a working airport. He may consider flight. 16 Likes 1 Share |
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