Litmus:
It isn’t for the hell of it that academics in the US ones used Nigeria as the model warning the republican support base whose raison d'être was and remains the stateless society (minimal government). Nigeria is the perfect Free State.


Country Prison population per 100,000 Jail occupancy level
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/shared/spl/hi/uk/06/prisons/html/nn2page1.stm

US 2,193,798
CHINA 1,548,498
RUSSIA 874,161
BRAZIL 371,482
INDIA 332,112
MEXICO 214,450
UKRAINE 162,602
SOUTH AFRICA 158,501
POLAND 89,546 235 124.4
ENGLAND/WALES 80,002
JAPAN 79,052
KENYA 47,036
TURKEY 65,458
NIGERIA 40,444
AUSTRALIA 25,790
SCOTLAND 6,872

You either agree that for all the teeth-gnashing on Niraland over supposed high crime rate in Nigeria, that Nigeria has less crime on average than Uk or the US or you agree that Nigeria does not jail enough people.

You and I both know that published crime stats in Nigeria is not even worth the paper its printed on. Most crimes are not even reported because there are huge disincentives to reporting a crime. A vast majority of Nigerians will do anything to avoid contact with the police even at the point of death
It is only in Nigeria that 300 people can be kidnapped and moved through the town into the forest with zero intelligence as to their whereabouts and their abductors come out to ask for ransome. Can't happen anywhere else, not even in Afghanistan. Only in Nigeria that we all know of roads/ highways that even the governor of the state cannot travel due to insecurity. Rampant crime and massive insecurity is an open secret in Nigeria. Its one thing to have a high crime rate. Its another thing to have close to 100% unsolved crime/prosecution rate by authorities

"I gave it all to him and told him not to come back again. I paid him for the time he had worked during the month. I know I am overly nice."
And we wonder why the Nigerian system is rotten and doesn't work. By letting him go free without prosecution, he is being let loose back into society to continue stealing with nothing on his record. His next employer is in trouble. Second, why in the world would you think you're being nice by paying someone for the time they worked? This mentality is common amongst Nigerian employers and itself is a thieving mentality. A workman is entitled to their wages. You are not doing him a favor by paying him.

bigbauer:
Please is a 2018-2020 Ford F250 a good buy in Nigeria considering serviceability, availability of technicians spare parts etc?

I would've gone for a Toyota tundra, but Tundras has no diesel engines and their cab (dashboard, interior etc) looks dated compared to the competition.


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The Ford 6.7L scorpion engine is only about a decade old with 3 generations; 2011-2014, 2015-2019 and 2020-2021. It is a very powerful engine with the 3rd generation capable of over 1000 lb-ft of torque. My question to you would be what do you plan to do with this vehicle? If you are not towing or carrying anything big, why do you need such a powerful work truck? For a daily driver, it will be an expensive toy. This engine is known for some very expensive failures but when sorted, it is one of the best diesel truck engines on the market and has gotten better with each generation. Prior to 2020, all 6.7l engines were prone to injector pump failure. This failure can potentially destroy the fuel system and cause very expensive repairs. The EGR coolers are also known to fail. Pre 2015 models also experienced broken glow plugs and premature turbo failure. These are all relatively expensive repairs. Although it is meant to be a work truck, it is very comfortable and great for long distance travel. If you find a cheap 6.7l truck, make sure to have it checked out by a reliable diesel mechanic or you will buy someone's nightmare.
In terms of reliability and simplicity, I would rate the Tundra higher. It will also go as long as a diesel, easily going 400k reliable miles.

KnightsTemplar:


But they are not eating the rich, rather theybare eating the poor and the middle class that is almost at extinction. When they start eating the rich, Nigeria will be okay, trust me.

It will soon get there. The poor and middle class are more accessible so they are first in line. When there is nothing left, the rich will be next. And as I said, rich is a relative term. In this context, it simply means those who have want to need to survive.

It is only by the special Grace of God that Nigeria has not yet fallen into an extreme state of anarchy. A foreigner once remarked that it is amazing that you can still walk or drive around in relative safety in a country where there is extreme hunger, lack and hopelessness for a vast majority of its citizenry. "When the people shall have nothing more to eat, they will eat the rich". The word rich is relative and refers to anyone that has something that someone else does not have. Could be a loaf of bread, a pair of shoes a keke or a car. May God help us all!

joeadex:

Okay, I have visited this site but from the informations I saw on their site they are still deliberating on making the Conference Virtual. They haven't make their final decision. And one of the reasons it was shifted to August is for participants to attend in person.

No sir. The conference will hold with a virtual option, 100% certain.
The conference will have a virtual option (100% certain) as well as option to attend in person (yet to be locked in) if possible. The only thing they are waiting to decide is if there will be any in person attendance depending on the covid situation. You need to come to terms with the fact that you do not need to be physically present to attend the conference and be able to articulate what specific benefits will accrue to you by investing a large amount of money to attend in person. Even presenters and exhibitors will have a virtual option. Here's a quote from the conference site:

What if I am from another country and cannot travel to the United States?
You have the option of attending OTC virtually. It will be recorded, and you can watch during the time zone that works to your favor, with the exception of live sessions—which will be uploaded at a later date.

Did you read the FAQs?
http://2021.otcnet.org/why-attend/hybrid-faq

joeadex:

Bros, please can I send you a DM, actually I researched about the Conference that is where I got all the informations, the agent did not tell me anything about the Conference.

No need for DM, I have told you all I know about this conference which is actually public knowledge. I am just saying that you should prepare to answer the obvious questions at your interview. Make sure you have all your facts straight. Visit the conference website below and do your research.

http://2021.otcnet.org/?_ga=2.93093341.1358219085.1610902045-146346812.1610902045

joeadex:

Thanks for the reply, I don't think the Conference has Virtual option because it was meant to hold last year but it was shifted to this year August due to Covid 19

Did you research this conference yourself or just taking everything your agent tells you as gospel? The name tag of the conference this year is OTC 2021 Hybrid. It is planned to be a hybrid in person/virtual event with option of 100% virtual participation, including exhibits and presentations. Bros, prepare well O!

Nikirurussia:
I don't know if one has less than 3 months visa validity and on arrival ask for only 14 days less stay, if they allow the entry?

Yes, it is allowable under US immigration law, even if your visa has only a day to expire. Visa expiry date applies to your date of entry and does not determine your duration of stay. But the problem is that the immigration officer has all the power at the POE. They can decide to deny entry for a variety of reasons that could be triggered by further enquiry when they see you expiry date

joeadex:
Good day house, please I'm going for a Conference in U.S between August 16 -19. The Conference is Offshore Technology Conference in Houston Texas. Please I'll like to ask the following questions:
>What are the likely questions the VO will ask me?
>What are the documents I'm to take with me for the Visa interview?
>Does this Conference also falls under the B1/B2 Visa category?
*NOTE: I'm using a travelling agent and they have already booked a date for me in Abuja february 2*

Hmm, na wa o! I don't know what they will ask you. But if I was in your shoes, I would pray they ask me this basic question and not just assume the worst stereotypes for my application. Why must you be physically there to attend the conference? Prepare well to answer this question in this Corona virus pandemic situation. Note that the conference has a virtual option that is open to all participants and presenters. All registered attendees will be able to access content virtually. Did your agent tell you this?

The intent is not to demonize anyone but rather to draw attention to and educate. The risk is beyond personal/individual. Open travel between countries is one of the vehicles that has accelerated the spread of covid. Travelers are risking either taking the disease with them to another location or bringing it back to their home location. If travel is non essential, it is discouraged. Tourism at this point in time risks transmitting the virus between countries. To me, the only type of vacation that makes sense now is if you travel and isolate yourself when you get there like an AI holiday, but that is not what people are doing.

Try this for your malfunctioning trunk. There is a valet button in the glove compartment that locks and unlocks the trunk. Push this button then try opening the trunk. It possibly got reset when you replaced your battery. If it doesn't work after pushing the button, disconnect your battery cable and let it sit for 5 minutes. Connect and try again. Third option is to open the trunk using the key slot beside number plate light on the trunk lid until you get this figured out.
Your air pressure light (TPMS) on simply means one or more of the tires is out of range of the correct air pressure. Check all 4 and make sure they are all at the same recommended pressure. If you have a full size spare with a linked sensor, make sure to check that too.
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987Real:
Close to 400 thousand dead in America due to Covid-19 and Nigerians still have time to discuses U.S visa?

I thought I was the only one wondering about this O! Why would anyone want to go on vacation to the US at this time? Most travel insurance specifically exclude pandemics includingcovid-19 so why are people taking this risk?

cho cho cho cho cho NAFDAC. You haf not approved any vaccine.... where is the one you produced? It's not approved, but our elites are flying out to get it abi? Na water them inject for Atiku hand for Dubai abi? I am willing to bet one years salary that NAFDAC DG done fly go get am too. Who wan die?

Na timing belt you dey take play ludo like this? You get mind o. This is one part that you should never wait for it to spoil before replacing. A broken timing belt can lead to severe engine damage in an interference engine. But lucky for you, yours is a non interference engine. Worst case is that the car will leave you stranded and you will pay some good money to have it changed if it breaks. The service interval for Sienna timing belts of that vintage is 90k miles. If it was replaced at the right mileage interval (first 99k miles) before you bought it, it will be due in another 10k miles. If I was you, I will change it now for peace of mind. I won't travel long distance with it before changing. And BTW, your van is 21 years old not 5 years

OP, but seriously, don't let emotions cloud your judgement. If you don't have to move now, don't do it. $1 Dollar = 475 Naira. Unless you are ready for a serious reduction in the quality of you and your sons daily life, don't move now. You know children don't understand. If the boy does not get his customary lifestyle that he is used to, he will make your like hell

Go to this website and enter your form number and specific field/service center processing your application. It will give you an idea of timing

https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/

Does this apply to US citizens too? Was talking with someone discussing the fact that they can't deny a US citizen entry into the country. I believe the airline will be the enforcer because as a private company, they can legally deny anybody boarding with this rule, but once the person arrives in the US, the govt can't deny them entry

Enny010514:
seyewest:

You can visit U.S with a passport with less than 6 months validity, there's an agreement with U.S on that.

Good morning Seyewest,
Thanks for your response.

Can you explain more about the agreement with US on passport validity?

The airline is probably the biggest hurdle you will face. Make sure you check with them ahead of time that they will let you board with a passport less than 6 months validity. They sometimes make their own rules

Leshurr:
I need ideas for a friend thinking of relocating back to Nigeria - she's a recent divorcee with a child (looking to start over).
What can she do for a living?
If employment: what sectors are recruiting?
If business, what kind of business??
Any suggestions would be appreciated.

"What can she do for a living? " First source of guaranteed income should be a combination of alimony and child support and if possible social security later on. She should make sure this is settled before moving back to Nigeria. Someone estimated that she needs about 900k to 1 Million income per monthly to live comfortably in Nigeria with her child. That is about $2,200 at 450 to a dollar.
Pharmacy business dey sell well well but you go shine your eyes wella. You can partner with a pharmacists and provide the capital to start

FRZtravel:


Jamaica is far more better that this trap

Bros Think well na. You sef still dey here inside "this trap" and you dey promise visa to other people. Let me guess. Your destiny no dey Jamaica . Let's make a deal. Do the visa for yourself and emigrate to Jamaica and I will pay you the 650k. Payment when you arrive Jamaica. On top of that, I will guarantee you 5 new clients. Fair enough right?

FRZtravel:



Why are you having negative thought about my post. Why you want to spoil my market. I'm not like every other Travel agent bro. I would do whatever you want to prove that to you.

Yo not paying d marriage fee to me, you'll sort that out when you get there. It's even an option

You need not prove anything to me. I do not need your services.
Fee for arranged marriage is illegal. That alone is enough to scare any sensible person off.

CAVEAT EMPTOR
He who has ears, let him hear
"It's real bro. It's payment after visa"
"But you'll pay nonrefundable visa fee and processing fee of 150k"
"Marriage$1200"

Absolutely no need to try to justify one choice over the other. The simple truth is that Canada became more attractive to Nigerians when the US tightened up their immigration policies and it became extremely difficult for Nigerians to get in. It's all relative. However, given a free choice, most Nigerian professionals will most likely prefer the US just like most others that immigrate from the Western world.A large number of Nigerians in the healthcare sector used Canada and the U.K. as a stepping stone to get to the US in the past. Not so easy now.

Haba, this new year first month neva pregnant and maga don pay? Abeg if money day shook your hand do giveaway for Nairaland people's.

Mr Trump,said the virus is not real! Who are we as humble Nigerians to be afraid of Corona?

Far Far from it, this is not his only problem. His singular problem is getting the visa. Come back with this question after getting the visa and I promise to help you with cogent answers.

The hero of this story is the Mother. Although I suspect she is not a Christian, her actions are truly Christ like. She did not care for her own safety or well being. The love for her child moved her to free him knowing that her own life will be in danger. God bless our mothers!
My prayer is that his father should have this kind of love for his child, who is no longer a minor and is competent to make his own decisions in life.

Ajayifolake:


There is plenty room available but no helper

My point is that you can't expect "your helper" to find the room for you. Some potential helpers are not in the same city, state or even country as you. Find the room then post cost and address. If anyone wants to help, you can link helper and landlord for direct payment.

francawilson:
Hi Everyone,

   Please i need recommendations for a solid car. I am currently driving a 2018 Mitsubishi outlander which I've had for 2 years now. A friend of mine who's into auto dealership shipped it for me from the US. Said it had good fuel economy, double back sitter, blah, blah blah. The car is okay but doesn't have the features I want so I want to give the car to my mum & get a new car.


I like keyless cars or cars u can start with a remote; cars u can operate the boot with a key or button (my Mitshibushi doesn't have that). I like cars that lock automatically on matching the brake (my Mitshibushi doesn't have that feature too). Leather seat trips me (my Mitshibushi doesn't have leather seat). I love Cars with good sound system & GPS; back 360 degree camera; blindspot & close range sensor. I hate going to the Mechanic so I won't like to own a car that always have electrical, mechanical or leg problems. Since I got this Mitsubishi, I've only changed oil & 2 front tyres so far.


PS: B4 u start questioning my source of income;I must tell u that some of us women are doing well for ourselves & are real legit hustlers, joined with favor from God our creator. I have a govt job, do contracts & also own a successful business. I started a real estate company sometime in 2018 (don't ask me how) but this is our best year so far amiss COVID. I'd like a more presentable & durable car cos I drive around alot with prospective clients & families.


Pls don't refer me to range rover, Bently, Ferrari or G-wagon. I'm not a celebrity. I labour so hard for my money but also like good things.


Warning: Please no useless comments. If u have nothing to contribute, read & pass. This question is not for kids on NL.

Everything you mentioned that you want can easily be added to your current vehicle aftermarket. Ask your car dealer friend in the US to send you the aftermarket kits. They are all simple kits that are available as add ons. If your primary concern is reliability and durability, which you claim to experience from your current vehicle, why not just add these options to it and be done? The devil you know is better than the one you don't.

A couple people have nailed the answer above. Your valve stem seals are worn. Blue smoke is a clear sign that your engine is burning oil. Your valve guide seals are likely worn or broken causing oil leakage that is flowing into the combustion chamber, then the oil is burnt together with the fuel creating blue smoke. An engine has valves that open and close mechanically by pressure from a rocker arm to let air and fuel come into the engine. These valves also let the exhaust gas out of the engine after the combination of air and fuel has been burnt. Oil covers the top of the valves where the rocker arm applies pressure. Valve seals normally prevent the oil from flowing into the engine. If the seals are worn or broken (Do you hear a rattling noise at startup?), the oil will come into the engine and pool after sitting for a while and is burnt along with air and fuel causing blue smoke on startup. Another culprit for blue smoke at startup is worn piston seals, piston wear, intake manifold gasket leak, faulty PDF valve etc.

Ajayifolake:


Nothing will happen in Jesus name, it can also be signed with my name

You will have a better chance of finding help if you locate the accommodation by yourself then seek a helper to pay the landlord directly with no strings attached.