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Ishilove:
I never thought I will ever see Nigeria descend so low in my lifetime, and I am not even 30 yet, but it is already happening.

pocohantas:
Nigerian lady takes to TikTok to share her shock after she saw people jostling to buy only the head of fish. According to her, it is currently the cheapest and a carton goes for N18,000. So these women buy and share it amongst themselves.

attackgat:
Yoruba Nation Leader, Sunday Igboho, arrived the seat of British Government today, at No 10 Downing Street, to submit a petition calling on the British government to support the independence of the Yoruba ethnic group from Nigeria

alphonsojaybaz:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M3tPMQZL6Fo

Trending video shows terrifying moment two-storey building collapsed at Amusu street in the Orile Iganmu area of Lagos state. Eyes Of Lagos reports,

According to a social media user who shared the video, no life was lost in the incident.

Omooba77:
https://punchng.com/hardship-rccg-provides-three-month-free-bus-for-lagos-ogun-residents/

AntiChristian:
I trust RCCG. Them go preach to you tire for the bus! You must accept Jesus and embrace one of their parish to start paying tithes!



Chop tithe to pay tithes!

Lanrelagboi:
Building Collapse: LASG says No cause for alarm, 'we have evacuated the occupants long before now' GM LASBCA


https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16utEesr7t/

GAZZUZZ:
There are fleets of CNG Ehailing vehicles in Edo, Abuja , Lagos , Ibadan, Abeokuta and growing .

You don't have to be a pessimist all the time.

blamingthedevil:
FG Launches CNG-Powered Buses In Abuja

Ofunaofu:
Due to the ever-rising cost of fuel, the government has been encouraging Nigerians to switch to CNG. 
 
The question is, are all the vehicles in Tinubu's entourage, most especially the all-black armoured Cadillac Escalade SUV CNG-powered?

nlfpmod:
Gtbank is experiencing service disruption and customers are complaining bitterly.

Guaranty Trust bank had earlier announced that their digital services will be unavailable due to their "Transition To A New And Robust Core Banking Application System".



https://x.com/gtbank/status/1844290427194589451?t=qymcaUHhegKcx-EMqUNLYA&s=19



Meanwhile, customers have taken to social media to call out Gtbank over mobile app failure.


Stan Buike Obiamalu


Lasisi

What's your experience using Gtbank mobile app? Is your own working?

officialwdhtv:
Wife presents proofs to her cheating husband in the presence of his family & he couldn’t utter a word

Take a listen!!!

#wetindeyhappentv


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FhzvNjKIyjU

bewisemasses:
Someone who has the capacity to kill and mutilate another human is not a human but a spiritual wickedness in high places that must be killed to exorcise that demon from him

officialwdhtv:
Angry mob set police Station on fire in an attempt to access organ trafficking suspects in Edo State.

Take a listen!!!

#wetindeyhappentv


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6NCW23g_loM

Autobayng:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMp38aQazMk&t=18s

Nigeria is home to one of Africa’s biggest economies and the continent’s biggest used car market. Nigeria is Africa’s biggest importer of used cars, bringing in tons of these vehicles from the United States, Canada, the United Arab Emirates, and other nations each year. With so many uncertainties and risks in the used car market, purchasing a used or second-hand car in Nigeria can be difficult. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) checks are a crucial step that any smart buyer should conduct before completing any vehicle purchase. Car buyers in Nigeria can make informed decisions and steer clear of any hazards by using the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), which offers insightful information about a vehicle’s history and condition before it was exported to Nigeria.

This article covers several topics, including what a vehicle identification number (VIN) is, why all used car buyers should check their VINs, how VIN decodes relate to vehicle history reports, the advantages of checking VINs and the drawbacks of overlooking it, and how buyers can effectively navigate the process to ensure that they make an informed decision and protect their investments


Understanding a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)


Before we begin, we first need to understand what the VIN is and the significance it plays towards ensuring used car buyers can make informed purchase decisions


What is a VIN?

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a unique code assigned to every vehicle, serving as its fingerprint. It is also known as a vehicle’s serial number allocated by its manufacturer and it is a combination of letters and numbers These unique characters, which are applied to each car manufactured by a manufacturer, serve as a means of identifying the vehicle’s history, authenticity, and other potential risks.

Where is a car’s VIN located?

Depending on the car manufacturer, there are a couple of places where one can find a car’s serial number:

1)The VIN can also be found on the driver’s side door jamb or inside the engine compartment.

2)It can also be found on the driver’s side dashboard near the windshield which is visible from outside the car.

3)Alternatively, you can find your vehicle’s VIN by looking at the registration documents, insurance card, or the vehicle’s title


Decoding VIN as it relates to a Vehicle History Report

Decoding a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is part of the mechanisms for obtaining a vehciles full historical records. Although a vehicle’s VIN can be decoded without knowing its entire history, a vehicle history record can typically reveal a car’s entire history in addition to helping used car purchasers avoid potential pitfalls.


Describing the VIN Decoding process and its components


Consider the VIN as a complex puzzle that has every digit representing a distinct feature of the vehicle, ranging from the maker to the kind of engine. Similar to a fingerprint that, when deciphered, paints a picture of an automobile’s identity and reveals its data.

Decoding an automobile’s Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) provides important information about its make, model, year, features, and production facility. You can learn more about a vehicle’s origins and specifications by deciphering this code. An automobile can speak with you by telling you, “This is who I am, take it or leave it,” by decoding its VIN. You can identify abnormalities or inconsistencies by being aware of these components. Click here to get a free VIN Decode


Importance of Conducting a VIN Check Before Purchasing a Used Car In Nigeria

Every smart used car buyer in Nigeria should conduct a thorough VIN check because of the many advantages it offers and the traps it can help you avoid. Even while we would all want to think that vendors are trustworthy, not all of them disclose everything. A VIN check reveals a lot of problems and the importance of conducting a VIN check includes;


1)Reveals Hidden dangers: Over 70% of used cars imported into Nigeria have been involved in accidental damages. Without a VIN check, you might never know what kind of accident the vehicle you are buying has been involved in or how it could impact your vehicle in the future since the car seller will have already covered it up before you get to see it. Running a VIN check gives you important and accurate information about a car’s accident history, from serious to small damages that may pose safety risks, impact vehicle engine performance or cost you heavily in repairs.

VIN reports may reveal undisclosed mechanical issues that could pose a risk to the vehicle’s performance and safety. By identifying these issues early on, you can avoid buying a car that may require costly repairs down the line.

A VIN Check can epose;
-Previous Collisons or damages that may not be immediately visible
-Airbag deployments, which can indicate severe impact
- Or other potnetial hidden damges affecting a vehicle's relaibility and performance


2) Avoiding Scams & Doing Due Research: Since you never know what surprises might be hiding under the hood, purchasing a used car can occasionally feel like navigating a maze of unknowns. Buying a used car also be compared to going on a blind date, in which you never know what to expect from someone based just on their outward appearance. By running a background check on the car you are interested in and avoiding dubious offers and possible scams, you can ensure a safer and more seamless transaction by doing a VIN check.



3)Tracks Vehicle Full History: Running a VIN check reveals important details about a vehicle’s history when purchasing a used car in Nigeria, such as maintenance records, accident reports, previous ownership history, and more. This information will enable you to make decisions that are in line with your demands and budge



4) Finding Any Outstanding Recalls or Safety Issues: A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) check assists car buyers in finding any outstanding recalls or safety issues related to the car, ensuring they make a safe and well-informed purchase decision.



5)Help to Avoid Stolen Vehicles: For car dealers who import cars into Nigeria, it’s important that they run a VIN check on their vehicles before shipping them to Nigeria. You face the risk of unknowingly buying a stolen vehicle if you don’t perform a VIN check on the car you’re importing. Your shipments be confiscated when they are discovered as stone cars at the ports which will result in heavy financial loss. Purchasing a car that has been reported stolen outside generally carries no financial or legal risk for customers who purchase their vehicle within the borders of Nigeria, although this could change in the future. There is a moral argument to be made, though, that you should not support the criminals in their wicked ways, as they will seek another line of work if they know that no one is interested in purchasing the cars they stole.



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guysbewise:
"before Ojuku an Igbo man declared the
republic of biafra in may 1967
Isaac Adaka Boro an Ijaw man had already declared the Niger delta republic in february 1966. Boro had formed the niger delta
volunteer force an armed militia with
members consisting mainly of his fellow
ethnic group declared the niger delta
republic on february 23 1966 and fought
nigeria's federal forces for 12 days but
they were eventually defeated and then
jailed by the Ironsi an Igbo man federal
military government [and Ojuku an Igbo man eastern governor] for treason"

But it was Gowon from Kanke Local Government Area in Plateau State that later set Boro free and Boro later became a major in the Nigeria army and helped to tame the Biafra army.

The Igbos started the civil war because they wanted to take the lands of the Niger Delta from the people that own the Niger Delta, because the Europeans came and created Nigeria and put some parts of the Niger Delta in the SE then and the Igbo coup of 1967 made Ojukwu the military governor of the SE region.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVRx3RhN3XE

sarrki:
Prof. Sani Abubakar Lugga, the 5th Wazirin Katsina, has called on the northern region to unite and prepare for self-determination, much like their southern counterparts.

Lugga lamented the lack of unity among northerners in defending their rights, contrasting it with the determination of groups like the Biafrans.

He urged the North to learn from the proactive measures taken by southern states, particularly in addressing security challenges. He noted that while the security situation in the South is less severe, they have formed regional security forces like Amotekun, while the North remains passive.

Referencing historical concerns, Lugga highlighted the apprehension of early Nigerian leaders about the amalgamation of the North and South, a union that, he argued, remains fragile. He warned that without preparation, the North could struggle to survive should the South succeed in breaking away.



https://www.vanguardngr.com/2024/10/north-must-prepare-for-possible-separation-says-prof-lugga/amp/

Augustine2244:
The snake was there due to the proximity of the human habitation to its natural habitat and most likely came in search of prey to hunt.
Pythons are not choosy about where they go to seek out potential prey.

They are known to even invade farm buildings including poultry houses to seek for prey and even human houses aren't out of bounds to them.

Pythons are such adaptable snakes that they can live in a human building for months or even years without being detected.


What makes it possible?

1. Their ability to lie motionless for hours and days which is pronounced in ambushing prey.

2. Their slow movement which is often meticulously articulated.

Zooposki:
The most important for her is to be financially stable and then get a kid. The least important is a husband.

Zooposki:
The most important for her is to be financially stable and then get a kid. The least important is a husband. Having a husband makes no difference. A man will not make her happy, only add to her stress levels. Married women with kids die faster than single women without kids while the opposite is true for men.

alphonsojaybaz:
On social media, a 30-year-old Nigerian woman sobs uncontrollably, sharing her troubles with being childless, broke, and single at her age.

She revealed this in a touching TikTok post where she was seen sobbing and attempting to comfort herself. Eyes Of Lagos reports,

The caption on the video read: “30 years old, no husband, no child, and I’m still broke. Life is too hard.”

In the video, she expressed her frustrations with her current situation, sparking concern from viewers.

As the video circulated online, many individuals flooded the comments section, offering their thoughts and support.

See some reactions below:

CuteMo: “Sis i understand your pain. May Joy find you ijn🙏.”

God’s favorite: “some are married and wish to be single again.”

Christian Ferdina915: “if you be man like this na motor pack for be your office.”

Ayloaded: “ur mate still dey wey no get phone talk less of TikTok account and Some don die without and on top nothing…..So just give thanks for life ❤️❤️.”

Danny kizzy 05: “i feel your pain because we are in same position presently 😭my dear the fact that you are breathing is enough to Thank God, don’t focus on what is not working focus on what is working and give thanks. 🍻.”

NOTHING IS NEW: “big congratulations 👏 ThankGod you’re still alive how wish money can bring back imole mohbad alive😭😭😭.”

Debull: “Let’s be patient, Almighty Allah will soon take control.”

https://eyesoflagos.com/2024/10/13/woman-breaks-down-over-being-broke-childless-and-unmarried-at-age-30/

Morbeta11:
Nigerian-born Dauda wins 2024 Mr Olympia, takes home $600,000

Nigerian-born Samson Dauda has clinched the prestigious 2024 Mr. Olympia bodybuilding title, securing the largest prize ever awarded in the sport’s history.

The event took place at the Resorts World Theatre in Las Vegas in the United States, serving as the grand finale of the 2024 Olympia weekend.

Fifteen elite athletes advanced from the pre-judging stage and battled it out on the main stage for the ultimate crown.

Dauda, a Nigerian-born bodybuilder currently based in the United Kingdom, emerged victorious, with Hadi Choopan taking the runner-up spot, while 2023 champion Derek Lunsford slipped to third place.

[b]In addition to winning the title, Dauda was also crowned the People’s Champion, earning a record-breaking prize of $600,000—the largest sum ever awarded in a bodybuilding competition.[b]

Actor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, a legendary figure in bodybuilding, previously dominated the Mr. Olympia stage, winning six consecutive titles from 1970 to 1975 before transitioning to Hollywood.

Schwarzenegger made a successful comeback in 1980, securing his seventh and final title, further cementing his legacy in the sport.
https://punchng.com/nigerian-born-dauda-wins-2024-mr-olympia-takes-home-600000/#google_vignette

Botragelad:
Source;
https://nypost.com/2024/10/13/opinion/un-failing-israel-as-hezbollah-creates-terror-tunnels-right-under-their-noses/

WannaHowzit:
Eskom, South Africa's state power generation company, has achieved the milestone of 200 consecutive days without loadshedding (scheduled power cuts), highlighting the improved reliability and performance of its generation fleet.

This achievement (on October 13) stems from the comprehensive Generation Operational Recovery Plan launched in March 2023, along with proactive planned maintenance, all supported by financial assistance from the National Treasury’s debt relief scheme.

The last time South Africa enjoyed such an extended period without loadshedding was from 8 September to 11 December, 2020.

Plan for additional 11,000MW by 2027

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=83CQyi789hw?si=mmUHvM2JDia3i7-Z

Notably, this uninterrupted power supply has been accomplished with a significant reduction in the use of open-cycle gas turbines (OCGTs), which are typically employed to boost generation capacity during peak demand.

Here’s to hoping for another 200 days of no loadshedding for the Rainbow Nation!

OLAADEGBU:
Black Conservatives SCOLD Obama After He Called Them Out
ItsSeanDaniel


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtD6tZePPak?si=AwUZGzkw4KhtBByb

Black conservatives scold Barack Obama after he called them out for not voting for Kamala Harris and instead supporting Donald Trump.

Almiron:
Authorities in Kenya have detained Brian Mwenda, a fake lawyer who has won 26 cases while posing as an Advocate of the high court of Kenya.

Before his arrest, the attorney handled 26 cases before High Court Judges, Magistrates, and Court of Appeal Judges, all of which he won, Kenyan entertainment news website Mpasho reported.

Due to false pretenses, the Law Society of Kenya Nairobi Branch Rapid Action Team (RAT) detained him.

When the RAT received complaints from the general population, he was captured.

He does not have a license to practice law in Kenya, according to LSK Nairobi Branch on their X account, and neither does he claim to be an advocate.

The notification stated, in part, that “the man has been presenting and conducting himself as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and a member of LSK Nairobi Branch,” which had come to the knowledge of the LSK Nairobi Branch through the Rapid Action Team (RAT).

He is being detained in the RAT’s main office while an investigation is ongoing.

SOURCE