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And yet this crap makes front page. These moderators are deeply biased and boring

This BVN thing is utter nonsense. It exposes customers to even more fraud as your account officer in one bank can have access to all your accounts balances in other banks. Remember, fraud in banks are aided by insiders.

TrishaP:
You think I'll give a hoot what someone might think.

My dear this life is too short to worry about trivial issues.

Classic example of one. Note: Nobody condemned you dear. Carry on

There is nothing to confirm those images are Military barracks. It's look like the usual unkempt Police barracks in Nigeria

"If I go down, I'm taking everyone with me"...

Totally comical

all4naija:
That is one of the disadvantages I am beginning to see in Nigerian academic excellence. The people lack substance to contribute and benefit humanity or community in a practical ways.

Real disadvantages of Nigerian academic excellence. More often than not I wonder what have been the achievement of Professionals and professional societies in Nigeria - The Nigerian Society of Engineers, Nigerian Computer Society, I mean hardcore professional bodies.

Are they just there to pursue membership annual dues, political party agenda or contractor's fee? It's a sad reality that we only achieve excellence in papers.

Nigerians are only known to be breaking academic records with no impact to the world, while their fellows who are dropouts are great inventors, scientists with world impact. The world will not eat excellent academic record but the impact you make with your record.

We should stop deceiving ourselves that we are progressing. I have stopped congratulating paper excellence.

Op, did you mean to say "...chilling in Lasgidi (LA)? I could not help but noticed the Veletta wine bottle in the scene. That can only be found in Lagos, unless these pretty duo traveled to the state with the wine.

scentmarlc:
“If we take government seriously, we must as Nigerians look for merit before federal character.”

That has been the yearning of Nigerians who wants a better Nigeria for all. Gone are the days when political appointments were based on mediocrity (compensation for loyalty and federal character poo). Now is the time to get it right. I believe in this government considering the no nonsense personalities at the helm of affairs. Even if it will take us 4years to get the best Ministers for the job...we are not in a hurry. Ride on sir.

Great personality you got. You seems to have walked into privileges already.

Different strokes for different folks - that's what life is.

Not everyone is as blessed as you are. Some are just great from womb. Some are meant to toil and scratch the ground before a loaf of bread drops. Some are still very far from their destiny. Your formula may not work for others and vice versa.

Whatever being the case, one thing is certain - the struggle you are in today is developing the strength you need for tomorrow...NEVER GIVE UP no matter what life throws at you.

Should Fashola be afraid of probe if he didn't steal public fund? Is Ambode a governor for Fashola or Nigerians? Is Ambode a stooge or an armchair executive governor?

Why do we Nigerians always need permission to do the right thing?

Those questions are rhetoric but if they are worth committing to heart > you have my approval.

SeverusSnape:
Hmmm... Hilarious pictures, But sir, It's a show of shame.

For crying out loud, these are 'Honourables'. There is no justification whatsoever for them to be involved in a brawl.

It's normal in parliament. There is no reason to be blown out of the water.

Absolutely nothing honorable about Nigerian Parliament members when their passion lies in their extravagant take home pay at the expense of better legislation, hence our 'do or die' politics

SeverusSnape:
Rubbish.
Useless APC!....To think PDP was the ruling party for 16 years and never had this kind of problem shows they are really mature, unlike this opportunists who came to power because of the gullibility of some Nigerians.

That is your change.

You got it wrong bro. When parliament members throw punches it sets the stage for real opposition (even within party members). It's best for democracy. Unlike when house members become 'yes to every decision members' when money changes hand. This situation is not peculiar to APC Nigeria, even members of parliament in developed countries get fisticuffed sometimes. It's a sign of better legislation for common good and not sectional good.

Sile12:
23. The British SAS is one of the most feared and respected special forces on the planet. Even the American military applauds their fighting skills, toughness and tactical prowess, modelling their Delta Force special ops after British standards.

Source: http://www.therichest.com/rich-list/most-shocking/10-most-shocking-military-training-exercises/

Would love to be a member of the British SAS. I love the 'Special Forces' that deals with tough situations and get applauded by the civilians for their bravery. Unlike the Nigerian OpMessa, RRS that exert their energies on civilians who wear camouflage and extort ogogoro money from commoners, savouring experience in dragging the glory and respect of the Nigerian military to the mud. Change must happen in the Nigerian Military.

bluesaint:
Hello Joblanders,

It has become pertinent for me to also share my story here, in order to get one or two piece of relevant advice from a better experienced NLander.
Sometime in August last year, I was invited for an interview by Serve Consulting in NLNG for the position of a Project Administrator. I prepared and all, during the short notice. A friend had submitted my CV as the opening was an in-house thing for their Port Harcourt operations.
I met with the interviewers - a man and a woman - after waiting for over an hour. After the usuals of introductions I realised it was just a brief interview as no special skills were needed and from the visitors log, I realised I and someone else I didn't meet were scheduled for an interview that day although the time was different...hours apart. I was interviewed and it went well. They asked If I had any questions on which I answered no, citing that my questions are basically things I'll find out on the job. They told me they will get back to me, as it was supposed to be a year project but up until now no word from them. I've sent mails without a reasonable response until one of the interviewers replied saying the position has been filled. The friend who submitted the CV said I shouldn't bother about them so I suspected some shaddy dealings.
Abeg my people wetin una feel say really happen?

Methinks, you weren't qualified for the job as a Project Administrator. If you were able to mesmerised the Interviewers, decorum wouldn't allow you to come here and asked us what we think happened after the interview, when your question would have been best answered by your insider. Why did you even think we knew more than your insider?

It's the author's personal opinion. It does not in anyway represents emphatic, valid and empirical reasoning.

Thank God for the freedom of opinions. Each to his or her own.

Icekyng:
one orijin for u

Na you try pass bro

Op, you are seeking cheap attn, abi? You ve succeeded in arm-twisting the already biased moderators to move this insipid topic to the frontpage...e never do you?

Lie lie full this thread

Not all girls have private parts. Most of them have public parts. It's ok to play with them

deandavid:
look don't justify nonsense . Now tell me where will the change start from. Somebody must initiate it. And mind u. Millions of Nigerians would have supported him. Since we can find just a single tree that will make d forest. Then Nigerians will occupy NASS. Remove all of them and reelect new law makers.

Change should start from each and everyone of us Nigerians. Corruption is endemic and seems to run in our veins. It will take us (Nigerians) undoing it ourselves. All of us have been partakers of NASS loots consciously and unconsciously. How far has our individual effort gone to set things right? What justification do we have to accuse Bruce when in our own little power, positions and privileges we have done worst? A clerical staff in that small office is not left.

Come to think of it, some of us here have family members, friends, associates in that chamber - what have we done to let them see the evil in their dealings at the expense of millions of Nigerians suffering? Or we keep thumbing them up because we share in the loots?

This is sheer game of pointing fingers when we are all doing it. Double standard by Nigerians is next to right to live. SMH

Bruce's comment does not mean he has renegaded on his principles and promises. We shouldn't be quick to misunderstand and misinteprete. Its best to consider issues objectively with all decency and void of prejudice. I understand his position. They say a tree cannot make a forest. In a chamber where bribery and corruption are trademarks, you need coalition and partnership that work in order to make impact. It's obvious he cant change the proposal at hand if he goes solo.

Bruce is apt on his comment, even if he shares in the booty it aint his fault.

11. TITHING: The BIGGEST fraud in Christendom.

Did he f.u.c.ked in the state office on official hours? If not, why would people be concerned about his personal life? Being a public figure does not mean he should not have his private life. All for nothing. Peeps who are always looking for a way to bring others down will be brought down as well...unless they get a life

Economically, religiously and socially, attitude of most Nigerians (female especially) is of disdain, pride and self-gods.

Some of these banks don't care about the attitude of their supposed ambassadors (customer care folks) towards customers, provided they have staff who are still loyal at the expense of meagre wages.

You would almost believed it's better at banks if you happen to experience those at government offices.

barcanista:
Transparency:
Buhari's administration promised to be very transparent. In fact, Baba pledged to lead by example by making public declaration of his Assets and liabilities. Till date #Baba is yet to make any declaration public. He only did the secret declaration like other public officers.

I wish I can remember more of Baba's achievement. May God help Nigeria!

May God help you to overcome your hate.

Was expecting to read intellectually overwhelming comment on asset declaration from you, embarrassingly you still allow hate to cloud your reasoning. However, aren't you aware that the president and vice had declared their assets? The onus is on CCB to make it public. One of their excuses is that they are being constraint by the Acts that governed their operations. Is assets declaration one of the problems of Nigeria?

May God help you once again to reason objectively

I was in an interview where some of these questions were asked. I blundered in some of my responses and offered brilliant responses to some. At the end of the day, I got the job.

I stumbled on these questions (link posted below), and thought i should share for the benefit of those without experience on how to answer situational questions in job interviews. You might find it boring to read but it worths the time. I have no doubt that my interviewers got some of the questions here to ask me.

You may contribute based on experience and inexperience.

Learn and savour knowledge...

1. What would you do if the work of a subordinate or team member was not up to expectations?

Sample excellent response:
Luckily, I have quite a bit of previous team experience, and have faced this situation a few times in the past -- so let me tell you how I've learned to handle the issue. The most important first step in dealing with an underperforming subordinate or team member is honest communications -- talking with the person can lead to some surprising discoveries, such as the person not understanding the assigned tasks to being overwhelmed with the assignment. Once I discovered the problem, I could then forge a solution that usually solved the problem and allowed the work to move forward. So often in situations like this, the problem is some combination of miscommunications and unrealistic expectations.


2. A co-worker tells you in confidence that she plans to call in sick while actually taking a week's vacation. What would you do and why?

Sample excellent response:
I would tell this co-worker that being dishonest to her boss, as well as her co-workers, is not wise, and being dishonest in her job is wrong. I would say how we all want more vacation time, but we have to earn it -- and that taking this extra time hurts everyone in the department because the person's absence will affect productivity.
[contributed by Danielle S.]


3. Describe how you would handle the situation if you met resistance when introducing a new idea or policy to a team or work group.

Sample excellent response:
The best way to convince people is to be able to understand where they are coming from and address their questions and concerns about the new idea directly. It is also important to stay confident and believe in yourself because if you don't buy it, no one else will either.
[contributed by Alexis]


4. What would you do if the priorities on a project you were working on changed suddenly?

Sample excellent response:
I would notify everyone working on the project of the changes. I would then want to know why the priorities have changed, and if there is risk of them changing again in the future. I would then meet with everyone involved with a new strategy to address the new priorities.
[contributed by Andra]


5. How would you handle it if you believed strongly in a recommendation you made in a meeting, but most of your co-workers shot it down?

Sample excellent response:
I would continue to explain why the recommendation was good, giving concrete examples what the benefits of my recommendation could be. Ultimately if my co-workers continue to resist my recommendation I would have to let it go and move on.
[contributed by Alexis]


6. In a training session, you find that the trainer has a thick accent, and you can't understand what's being said. What would you do?

Sample excellent response:
Certainly not call the trainer out on it. I would try my best to understand what the trainer is saying, ask many questions to clarify any unclear parts about the session and compare notes with someone in the session afterwards. This way I could make sure that I understand what was being explained and discussing it afterwards would help reinforce the things I learned in the session.
[contributed by Alexis]


7. List the steps that you would take to make an important decision on the job.

Sample excellent response:
1. How would the company benefit from this?
2. How does it relate to the company's values and beliefs?
3. What are the negative and positive impacts this decision has on the company?
[contributed by Danielle S.]


8. What would you do if you realized at deadline time that a report you wrote for your boss or professor was not up to par?

Sample excellent response:
Hopefully this would never happen to me since I always make sure to plan my time properly to ensure that my work is always done. If it ever did happen I would meet with my boss and explain the situation and request an extension. I would also evaluate my actions and identify what I did wrong to not complete my work and make sure that it did not happen again.
[contributed by Andra]


9. How would you deal with a colleague at work with whom you seem to be unable to build a successful working relationship?

Sample excellent response:
This situation would certainly be unique to me. Ever since I can remember, I've had a knack for finding something in everyone that then becomes common ground for a friendship and/or good working relationship. Certainly there are all types of people, some less motivated to work in teams or simply unhappy in their jobs, but we're all people when you strip away titles and such -- and it's at that base level in which I find a connection that results in some degree of rapport -- even when few others can do so. For example, in my senior year of college, I was placed onto a team that had one member that the rest of the team disliked. This team member was kind of an outcast, but I knew we needed this full commitment to make the project work. Even though I was not the team leader, I took it upon myself to forge a connection -- and discovered we had a mutual passion for horses. We did not end best friends or anything, but through our common interest, I was able to build enough rapport to connect and engage him as a key team member. There is always something that bonds us all together -- it is just harder to find with some people than with others.


10. You disagree with the way your supervisor says to handle a problem. What would you do?

Sample excellent response:
I would evaluate why I disagreed with my supervisor and come up with a different way that I think the situation should be handled. I would then sit down with my supervisor -- in private -- and discuss the problem with him and how I think it should have been addressed.
[contributed by Andra]

http://www.quintcareers.com/interview_question_database/situational_interview_questions.html

The topic on front page read: Oshiomole and wife inspects roads in Benin

The images read: Oshiomole and wife inspect a baby.

Who do I believe, the Op or images or Oshiomole?

bushdoc9919:
And how do you know he is a Bokoist?

The guy has probably had an accident, and has had a head injury that has rendered him amnesiac. Hence the hospital putting out his picture.

Don't be bigoted. Christians too have facial hair.

I always comfortably ignore your type. I dont have that luxury... Where did you see in my opinion that - the man is a member of Bokoharam. Last I checked, I said "what if" (conditional clause use to introduce a 'suggestion' or 'speculation'). Again, I never mentioned Moslem or Christians in my comment.

Why are you such a jerk dude?

You better state reasonable reason why they are looking for anyone who knows him, else no one will indicate to know him...what if he is a boho haram suspect and next of kin is wanted by SSS/FBI? It's hard bro

I need work. I can build an aircraft from scratch. I have just graduated as an apprentice with eyes-on experience.

We bought 50Litres NGN12,000.00 (black market) yesterday.