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What's the accusations at smugglers got to do with fuel prices in Nigeria? If Dangote sells to the open public then anyone can buy directly from Dangote and sell anywhere since it's not subsidized anymore. So Dangote should stop the excuses that smugglers are behind the price increment as I don't see any smugglers anywhere on this currently. This is a lame excuse!

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NewOrlleans:
Dangote doesn't love the masses neither is he coming to save us

Not at all, he is here to greatly take advantage of a free play market to gain massively from Nigeria. It's never his fault as our leaders created this artificial monopoly by mismanaging all existing refineries which could act as a check against monopoly in the industry.

Same is playing out in the cement industry as the players are greatly gaining from Nigeria excessively, no checks by total restrictions on importation which is bad for the well-being of Nigerians. The government needs to declare an emergency on housing insufficiency as this has gone beyond the reach of an average Nigerian. Rents are over the roof!

No politician is worth fighting for as they will make you, the electorate, look miserable and foolish. Just follow your instinct 🙂

Ttalk:
This is an absurdity. State government marrying wives for its people, is that part of empowerment or subsidy. Aminda should throw more light of this and let us know if it's part of Atiku"s manifesto

It's just part of decor to embezzle public funds. These guys have plunged Nigeria into deep sociocultural and economic mess. Marrying for someone is just like giving a totally jobless person a ₦10,000 internet router and expecting him to be paying a monthly ₦20,000 subscription.

I shame for some Nigerian politicians. Even a bush man deep in the Amazon forest dey stand tall when it's Nigerian matter because he feels he is more enlighten.

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Attention seeking to get their own settlement. Once they are settled, they will keep quiet and vote in support. Not all noise makers are genuine. Most are looking for their own stomach infrastructure. Vote wisely and vote right.

Goalllll!!!!!!! Spain deserves a win.

kingsways:
Sale of products meant for local consumption in Nigeria in USD is unfair to Nigeria and Nigerians, and I urge both Nigerians and the government to reject it

1. Dangote got a good chunk of the fx used to build the refinery from Nigeria at official rates that was way below the market rate, and this is not a good way to repay that gesture

2. The new pricing policy breaches the regulations against dollarisation of the economy. It is illegal to price products produced in Nigeria and sold in Nigeria in USD

3. The policy will put the Naira under intense pressure as marketers will again begin sourcing USD to buy products

THIS POLICY IS BOTH WICKED AND ILLEGAL

I don't think Dangote is alone on this. I smell the hands of political leaders in this too. The strategy is harmonise the local pump rate with international market rates to reflect in dollar so that it will look justified and critics will shut up.

Bobloco:
https://dailypost.ng/2026/07/10/we-cant-afford-n18m-cars-under-tinubu-cab-drivers-protest-faans-2020-vehicle-policy-video/?utm_source=operamini&utm_medium=feednews&utm_campaign=operamini_feednews

Nigerians don't need to intervene in this dispute as the cab drivers are not considerate either when billings airport passengers outrageously in some rickety cars compared to e-hailing modest prices in better cars out in the street who are prevented from picking airport passengers.

Influx of fraudsters into WhatsApp loading. Hidden numbers with fraudulent usernames, no true identity. A lot of them are on telegram.

BUA is better and stronger. I have used both

Some of the major factors of these so called top players is pricing strategy and innovation. They keep relying on their past glories as top brands and market leader forgetting that trends are changing and competition is becoming more fierce.

Gone are the days when they say Dunlop, Michelin are the best and Chinese tyres are substandard. Dunlops and co turned tyres into luxury because of high pricing resulting to low decline in sales as a result of dwindling purchasing power while maintaining heavy overhead cost and poor cost efficient operations. The Chinese are following the world economic trends and giving back to the market as it demands while helping to create affordability against excessive luxury. Chinese tyres are not all substandard as it's been thought all over. There are a lot Chinese brands that are competing effectively against the Dunlops and Michelins, giving users value for their money whilst always welcoming cost effective innovations so as to remain in the market. Their strategy is at the low segment of the market which commands a very large demand and high users with excessive turnover keep them afloat while the likes of Dunlop and co focus on the very top level segment of the market with very few demands and low patronage as they are low users.

Keeping up with trends and innovations could have been a bailout for Dunlop in the African market if they had segmented their brands into the Premium and Value For Money (VFM) brands and also created a competitive pricing strategy.

This is one big challenge most local brands and manufacturers are facing resulting to easy penetration of imported Chinese and foreign brands. A typical example is the pricing war between Dangote refinery and fuel importers whose prices checkmating and forcing Dangote refinery to downplay it's prices intermittently. A better pricing strategy would have been for Dangote refinery to evaluate his cost of production and standard fix a best competitive global pricing taking into comparative advantage it's home location which erodes some overhead cost that will reduce import and refrain from playing a monopolistic presence which though could be profitable on a shortrun but can't withstand the test of time for a corporation that values business continuity after generations.

Although, the Nigerian factor is a contributor as well; politics, energy, and hostile business environment, etc. But a major factor here which is energy was not so much at play as at when Dunlop Nigeria shutdown it's manufacturing which leaves one to look at the other factors as mentioned above. Raw materials and manpower were in abundance at ridiculously low price.

Redmi is a brand in Xiaomi like you have galaxy in Samsung and iPhone in Apple.

Adewale1603:
So redmi no dey.




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Atiku and Ameachi are just confused spoilers. And with the attitude being displayed by Atiku knowing fully that with rotation it's not the turn of the North but he still forces himself in, he may not even see the sit of presidency when it is the turn of the north.

I need advice too, between Redmi note 15 pro plus and Samsung galaxy a37/56. Thanks!

PDP is a very big joke, honestly. They are a bunch of hopeless politicians. No wonder they couldn't hold forth for long in power. When the masses are expecting them to field a formidable opponent, they brought someone I can even dare to contest and drag votes with and possibly win him. PDP, una fall people hand.

Instead of this, PDP should put pride aside and form alliance with NDC to push PO

Must all revenue be shared? The president could push some for savings since his idea of the subsidy removal was to cut cost and allow the hitherto monthly allocation value to be shared while saving the suppose subsidy value. He is the President, good or bad actions he takes the blame not the governors.

Note: Because a father chose to send his child to a highly expensive school does not require the father to blame the child for his failure to renew their house rent.

Olatundex22:
ask your state governor, rep, senator, house of assembly, your local government chairman and counselor.
Let me give you small hint before you start asking questions from wrong place👇

Those who dwell in manipulation, gets manipulated too.

Internal happenings in APC at this primaries already shows the extent at which manipulations will be at the 2027 general elections.

Huge vote numbers being displayed are part of the manipulative plans.

Hemanwel:
After Peter Obi's four-year tenure elapses in 2031, we are voting HE Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.

Reno Ọmọ Kirikiri, you go wail tire!

Yes, then we vote back Obi for another one term after Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso's two term, if they do very well.

Exactly 👍

And also, the comparison should be with countries of same crude producing status like Nigeria. Compare Nigeria with Libya, Angola, Venezuela, Saudi Arabia, Russia, even the war torn Iran, Kuwait, etc. and let's see the prices across these locations.

Gbadugbakun:
Una no de Yaya for this yeye propaganda ni, how much is minimum wage in the US and UK compared to a liter of fuel and how much is minimum wage in Nigeria compared to a liter of fuel?

Fuel is 1,300 for minimum wage of 70k and you call that cheap?

In fact currently the only country in the world where I can say Nigeria is maybe better is north korea. This country is a mess and the masses are not even bothered they want to get to the top so they too can loot as well.

None of this listed countries is in the league with Nigeria as a crude oil producing country.

What Nigerian super eagles could not do for us, the Senegalese did. Congrats to Senegal 🇸🇳

If the police investigation was concluded on a burst tyre, why holding the driver responsible for the accident?

Prosecuting for other charges except not having a valid driver's license is wrong. Also, why would the could place a bail bond of ₦5,000,000 on him? Is he a criminal or did he commit a financial fraud? They should apply the predetermined penalty/fine as stated in the traffic law not based on status as this is a civil and unintentional act except if proven to be intentional. The court should act accordingly as this incidence attracts international attention considering AJ's involvement putting the Nigerian legal system in the limelight.

Okay, will contact you. Thanks!

RyanAutomotive:
Good day boss,
Thank you for your feedback — and we fully understand your concern about guaranteeing the technical strength behind resolving a P0016 on a Mazda 6.

Let me address that clearly and professionally:

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⚙️ RYAN AUTOMOTIVE WORKSHOP — TECHNICAL ASSURANCE (Mazda 6 • P0016)

Before touching anything on the engine, we carry out our own full diagnostics and computerized scanning first.
This includes:

• Cam–Crank correlation checking
• Live VVT advance/retard values
• Timing stretch measurement
• Tensioner pressure evaluation
• Oil pressure influence on VVT
• Scope signal reading (where required)

This is our standard procedure — because timing-related codes must not be guessed.
We confirm the exact cause before giving the green light for any repair.

From experience, P0016 on Mazda engines usually comes from:

• stretched timing chain
• weak/failed tensioner
• faulty VVT actuator

These are jobs we’ve handled repeatedly (Mazda 2.0 & 2.3), with clean completion results:

✔️ smooth idle restored
✔️ precise timing alignment
✔️ no check-engine light return
✔️ zero startup rattling
✔️ improved acceleration and fuel consumption

We use proper alignment tools and OEM-grade components to avoid repeat failures.

So yes — we can confidently stand behind our technical strength in resolving this particular fault.

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📍 WORKSHOP LOCATION & CONTACT

Ryan Automotive Limited
Lagos, Nigeria
📞 Contact via profile/signature (Official Workshop Line)

(That the WhatsApp line .)

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🧾 PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Your Mazda 6’s P0016 fault can be permanently resolved once the correct timing and VVT diagnostics are carried out.
We do not guess — we diagnose first, confirm the failure, and then fix it properly.

We’ll be glad to take in your vehicle and restore the timing back to Mazda specification.

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Ryan Automotive Limited
Precision. Transparency. Excellence.
Professional Auto Diagnostics • Engine & Transmission Experts • Genuine Parts & Cooling Division
📍 Lagos, Nigeria
📞 Contact via profile/signature
Ryan Automotive Workshop Division

Thanks for your response. If you can guarantee your technical strength at resolving this P0016, I wouldn't mind giving you a try. Kindly share your address and contact numbers.

RyanAutomotive:
Good day boss,
Let’s break down Mazda 6 – Error Code P0016 in a clear, professional way.

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🔧 TECHNICAL BREAKDOWN (DIAGNOSTIC INSIGHT)

1️⃣ What P0016 Means

P0016 — Crankshaft Position (CKP) – Camshaft Position (CMP) Correlation Bank 1
This means the engine control module has detected that the camshaft timing and crankshaft timing are no longer aligned.

In simple terms:
Your engine timing is off — and Mazda does not play with this code at all.

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2️⃣ Causes (Ranked by Probability Based on Mazda 6 Behavior)

A. Stretched / Slack Timing Chain (Most Common)

Mazda 2.0 & 2.3 engines are known for:
• timing chain stretch
• worn tensioner
• loose guides
This causes the cam and crank signals to fall out of sync.

B. Faulty Timing Chain Tensioner

If the tensioner can no longer maintain pressure:
• chain becomes loose
• timing drifts
• P0016 appears
• engine becomes noisy on cold start

C. VVT (Variable Valve Timing) Actuator Failure

Mazda VVT actuators sometimes get stuck or fail internally.
This directly triggers P0016.

D. Bad Camshaft or Crankshaft Position Sensor

A failing sensor can:
• send wrong readings
• cause wrong correlation between cam & crank
But sensor failure is LESS common than timing issues.

E. Dirty or Low Engine Oil Affecting VVT Operation

Mazda VVT system depends heavily on oil pressure.
Low oil, dirty oil, or wrong viscosity can trigger P0016.

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3️⃣ Symptoms You May Notice
• Rough idle
• Hard starting
• Engine shaking
• Rattling sound on first startup
• Reduced acceleration
• Check-engine light ON
• Poor fuel economy

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4️⃣ The Correct Fix (Proper Mazda Method — NOT Guessing)

✔️ Step 1 — Full Timing Diagnosis

At Ryan Automotive we confirm:
• Crankshaft and camshaft angle using the scanner
• VVT advance/retard values
• Timing chain slack
• Tensioner pressure
• Oil pressure

This removes guesswork completely.

✔️ Step 2 — Repair Based on Actual Findings

If chain is stretched or guides worn:

➡️ Replace timing chain kit (chain + tensioner + guides)

If VVT actuator is sticking:

➡️ Replace VVT actuator

If oil pressure is low:

➡️ Fix oil pump or internal oil flow restriction

If sensor is bad:

➡️ Replace the faulty CKP/CMP sensor

We only replace sensors after confirming they’re the actual cause.

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⚙️ RYAN AUTOMOTIVE WORKSHOP — PROFESSIONAL TAKE

We’ve solved P0016 on multiple Mazda 6 units (2.0 & 2.3) and the root cause is almost always:
• stretched timing chain,
• weak tensioner, or
• faulty VVT actuator.

Mazda engines are extremely sensitive to timing accuracy.
Once P0016 sets, the timing is already out of spec and the car should not be driven long like that.

After timing correction, the engine returns to:
• smooth idle
• sharp acceleration
• zero check-engine light
• normal fuel economy

We handle this cleanly, with proper alignment tools and measuring methods — not guesswork.

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🧾 PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

P0016 on a Mazda 6 (2007) means timing mismatch between the crankshaft and camshaft.
The most common cause is timing chain stretch or tensioner failure, followed by VVT issues.

A proper diagnostic is required to confirm the exact failure before opening or replacing anything.

Bring it in for full evaluation so we fix it once — correctly.

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Ryan Automotive Limited

Precision. Transparency. Excellence.
Professional Auto Diagnostics • Engine & Transmission Experts • Genuine Parts & Cooling Division
📍 Lagos, Nigeria
📞 Contact via profile/signature
Ryan Automotive Workshop Division

P0016
2007 Mazda 6

If true prayers against evildoers must be said, then Zulum will be included as I haven't seen any governor nor Nigeria leader that's not evil. Being guilty of corruption and making life miserable for Nigerians by not doing the right things at the right time is evil doings.

If this rumour about ₦20,000 and ₦10,000 is true, I am sorry to say that our decision makers are quacks and needs to be totally overhauled ASAP before they plunge Nigeria further into economic doom.

In this digital age when physical cash exchange is in gradual decline, they are concerned about printing of a higher denomination which will further worsen the existing hyperinflationary situation. Maintain the existing denominations, and replace only damaged or defect currencies, deploy more electronic payment devices to point of sales at zero cost to encourage cashless transactions, also mandate every sales or business point to have e-payments options, mandate every banks to give e-payment devices to any requesting customer at zero cost with no target pressure which the government should bear the cost as a supposed incurred cost for printing physical currencies, make a policy that sets a limit on physical cash holding per individual maybe not exceeding ₦100,000 at a time (the politicians are most hit on this because this will discourage electoral malpractice/ vote buying), etc.