Romance › Re: I Don Draw My Time Table, (picx) by laivwire(m): 8:14pm On Aug 26, 2024 |
Friday morning will be really gangster for you. It'd get worse by 12 noon same day. I hope you don't faint in the mosque  |
Politics › Re: Anambra Government Reacts As A PS Is Accused Of Beating An HOD To Coma by laivwire(m): 12:08pm On Aug 26, 2024 |
For her to go into coma, she must have held her neck tight for nothing less than 4 minutes. |
Autos › Re: Tokunbo Toyota Camry Sport 2010 For Sale @ Gbagada 10.1m by laivwire(m): 1:59pm On Aug 25, 2024 |
Phranx1: Muscle is now 10m and Eediots are defending ronu enterprises with their blood even here on nairaland. It's insane. A friend sold his Camry sport 2.5m barely 3 years ago. |
Politics › Re: ‘some Officials Have No Business There’ — FG To Cut COP29 Budget By N10bn by laivwire(m): 9:17pm On Aug 20, 2024 |
Oju aiye  |
Health › Re: Abia Confirms First Monkey Pox Case by laivwire(m): 7:27am On Aug 20, 2024*. Modified: 9:10am On Aug 20, 2024 |
Siberia01: No cause for alarm, it doesn't kill And can go on its own after 2-4 weeks
Tinubu's hunger kills faster
Take time to read about MPOX Are you joking or something? Have you not read that this is a new strain spreading rapidly from DR Congo where it has recorded a significant number of mortalities especially in infants. It is also more contagious than the last epidemic of 2021/2022 as this can spread by contact. The authorities are not moving fast enough on this in my opinion because cases are already being reported in Europe as well. |
Travel › Re: General-german-student-visa-enquiries Part 8 by laivwire(m): 2:22pm On Aug 19, 2024 |
laivwire: I'd appreciate if I can get your feedback. My appointment is next monday and I intended to use a sponsorship letter. My host has applied but is yet to get an appointment at the foreign office so I don't have it. He's suggesting I go along with a retinue of documents showing his income, mails and all other documents he's exchanged with the foreign office and explain to the VO
I'm not totally convinced about this because the consulate is not the foreign office and besides, there are many others in the same situation. I also don't want a rejection as this can affect my future applications.
Should I risk it or just pass and apply for another interview date? An update: I went for the interview today carrying along the sponsor's documents. The VO didn't look at them as it didn't make much difference. At least it showed proof that the application is in process. She asked when the application was submitted and said it's no suprise if it's taking longer than expected. She said she'd hold on to my file and I scan the soft copy of the declaration of commitment once it's ready. She'd then forward the file for processing. She added I'd have to come with the original copy when coming for the visa along with German health insurance (I didn't include that in the application as well). |
Jobs/Vacancies › Re: Do People Still Get High Paying Jobs Nowadays by laivwire(m): 4:40pm On Aug 17, 2024 |
We like to fool ourselves a lot. If we are to lay out all salary levels in Nigeria today, up to 80% would still be earning less than #150k yet some people are saying #400k is average salary. Where you wan see am?
This same naija where people with over 10 years experience are earning #250 - #300k with overwork.
Banks and the big 4 can only hire so many. If you earn above #150k, consider yourself earning well. The rest are just lucky to be in the right field and right company at the right time. |
Autos › Re: Vintage Cars: 504 Salon Versus Mercedes Benz V-Boot by laivwire(m): 4:18pm On Aug 17, 2024 |
The 504 wagon was used by banks then along with the Isuzu tiger. Usually dark blue with tinted windows and high suspensions.
There was this Rrrrr sound peculiar to the 504 engine. Sadly it's door handles always broke easily. The 505 evolution too was sick back them.
The peculiarity about the V-boot was the checkered seat, the single wiper blade, loud radiator fan and that bounce when you're on the highway. |
Autos › Re: Range Rover Sport 2006 For Sale. by laivwire(m): 10:30pm On Aug 14, 2024 |
The real wheel doesn't look like everthing is working perfectly like you say. That's an expensive fix right there |
Autos › Re: Registered Hyundai Sonata 2012 Forsale @4.7m by laivwire(m): 10:33am On Aug 14, 2024 |
There's an elantra picture thrown in there. |
Travel › Re: General-german-student-visa-enquiries Part 8 by laivwire(m): 9:00am On Aug 13, 2024 |
Hannania: The email exchange is the most important proof you have to submit. Print it, and take the other proof just incase. They'll give you time to provide the rest. Fear not, you won't get a rejection. Decisions are made when applications are complete. They'll only reject you if you can't provide it after the time frame Thank you 😊 |
Travel › Re: General-german-student-visa-enquiries Part 8 by laivwire(m): 9:00am On Aug 13, 2024 |
derah213: Here's a trick for sponsorship letter. It's usually difficult to get a date that is close. In this month of August, you might only see dates in November. So, you can help your sponsor to check dates on days he doesn't have to be in the office BTW 8am to 10am, free slots will pop-up for that day. So, he has to be ready to go that day. Goodluck Thanks. How do I check. Is there a website? |
Crime › Re: Man Shares CCTV Footage Of How He Escaped Kidnapping Attempt In Edo State by laivwire(m): 7:51am On Aug 13, 2024 |
He's lucky. Countless drivers have died while trying to negotiate an escape from kidnappers. |
Crime › Re: London’s Most Notorious Phone Snatcher, Sonny Stringer Is Jailed For Two Years by laivwire(m): 7:37am On Aug 13, 2024 |
I watched the video of his capture and hoped he wasn't african because he was covered head to toe. 2 years is a slap on the wrist for this level of thievery. It would only encourage others to use his tactics. |
Travel › Re: General-german-student-visa-enquiries Part 8 by laivwire(m): 12:41am On Aug 13, 2024 |
Kirssey: Which category did you apply with
If its CAT A, then just cancel and reapply but if it is CAT B, then go to the embassy and explain to them. They may give you another date to come back. I know someone who was in a similar situation that was given another date after 9 months. But its better as opposed to waiting for 24 months for another appointment.
Your uncle can also go to the foreign office in his city and plead with them. That is what my aunt did and she was given an appointment the next day Thanks for the feedback. It's Cat B but I'm applying from Europe. The wait time is about 4 months. I wouldn't want to push him but I'd talk to him about it. Since the best I can get is a rescheduled AD, I'd just wait it out and reapply. I realized many others are caught up in the same situation as well. There's longer delays to get appointments at the foreign office. I guess the application traffic is pretty high. |
Travel › Re: General-german-student-visa-enquiries Part 8 by laivwire(m): 10:20pm On Aug 12, 2024 |
Hannania: Let me break it down for you.
You have two options.
BA(Block account) - open an account with a provider or bank in Germany, then send €11,208(€11,900 from September). You'll not have access to this Money until you're in Germany and have your residence permit.
The bank or provider will now give you access to €934 from that money every month.
Option two is to get a sponsorship letter from someone resident in Germany I'd appreciate if I can get your feedback. My appointment is next monday and I intended to use a sponsorship letter. My host has applied but is yet to get an appointment at the foreign office so I don't have it. He's suggesting I go along with a retinue of documents showing his income, mails and all other documents he's exchanged with the foreign office and explain to the VO I'm not totally convinced about this because the consulate is not the foreign office and besides, there are many others in the same situation. I also don't want a rejection as this can affect my future applications. Should I risk it or just pass and apply for another interview date? |
Christianity Etc › Re: Redeemed Church In Niger State Burnt Down By Hoodlums by laivwire(m): 9:44am On Aug 12, 2024 |
Wow, this was my church when I stayed in Kontagora. Let me check our WhatsApp group right away. |
Agriculture › Re: Farming Season 2015 by laivwire(m): 3:46pm On Aug 10, 2024 |
stagger: Fulani herdsmen invaded my land and well...the rest is history. They equally destroyed my sign posts. Now their cows are permanently stationed nearby.
I am now trying to get the entire place fenced. No be small thing. What a tragedy. Looks like you've done more farming after that. Has it been profitable so far? I realise we have common interests in cassava and maize and thats my reason for asking. I've been on a career break from farming for the last 2 years and looking to restart. Is it advisable considering the state of the nation now? I know food is expensive (which is good for business) but the persistent food inflation and unpredicable government policies are becoming too complex to analyze the possible outcomes in 2025. I am also looking at production for commercial supply using forward contracts. Have you tried something along that line? I'd like to hear your thoughts, thanks. |
Agriculture › Re: Farmers: How're You Coping With The Drought? by laivwire(m): 1:59pm On Aug 10, 2024 |
betabread: Hmmmmm,
One golden thing i learnt this year is data, I met a local farmer that showed me a collection of 1page calenders for all the locations his farms are, he just ticks the day it rains in dat area and this has been the tool he uses to time his planting.....
What his calender revealed to me is Golden,from dat day onward, i have started marking mine We are largely deficient on data collection and analysis especially for agriculture and we need these things to properly optimize our operations especially on climatic conditions, cost to serve and commodity prices. |
Agriculture › Re: Farmers: How're You Coping With The Drought? by laivwire(m): 1:56pm On Aug 10, 2024 |
They had better open those border gates in good time |
Travel › Re: Four Die In Multiple Road Crashes Along Lagos-Ibadan Expressway by laivwire(m): 4:25pm On Aug 09, 2024 |
Tayorshd87: U are talking as if u are not a Nigerian . If they arrest anyone I and u will still buse them for searching and checking everything by force this and that ..
There are many ways d government has tried to improve road users and motorist just like d lastma in Lagos but anytime u arrest anyone for wrong instructions same road users will abuse the government of too much wahala for this and that ..
Nigerians ehn una Biko ☹️ Its pathetic because if public transport systems are good, efficient and timely, there would be fewer cars on the road with much better quality and less accidents. Its the same corruption within the traffic mgt systems that lives within the government and the citizens. Is #500 egunje worth the wanton loss of lives? No, but we are yet to see things that way. Thats why we all talk about the complete mental reset we need in this country and Africa as a whole. A reset that would only come with visionary leadership that we desperately lack. The system is rotten, top to bottom and that reset seems improbable. Thats is why those who are able, dump the country and continent as a whole, never to return. |
Travel › Re: Four Die In Multiple Road Crashes Along Lagos-Ibadan Expressway by laivwire(m): 1:48pm On Aug 09, 2024*. Modified: 4:26pm On Aug 09, 2024 |
For over 36 years that the FRSC has been established along with other traffic management organizations, they are still yet to develop an effective vehicle monitoring system that ensures only functional cars move on our highways especially these long vehicles.
For how long will easily fixable problems like brake failure and overspeeding be cutting short the lives of innocent road users?
Rip to the dead. It's not brake failure that killed you, it's the corruption of traffic wardens and officers. |
Computers › Re: Why Is My Laptop Showing Me This And What Is The Solution? (Photo) by laivwire(m): 6:13pm On Aug 08, 2024 |
Lol, I hope the motherboard is not in trouble. I had a beautiful lenov that was throwing these signs as well. Replaced motherboard and what not. Its dead till tpday after frustrating me for a while. |
Romance › Re: . by laivwire(m): 6:03pm On Aug 08, 2024 |
See what i'm saying? I was telling Azeez and his wife last night to not be in a rush when alighting in traffic on our way back from work yesterday. Her bag fell down and I guess she didn't see this in the dark. Why will a married woman be wearing and carrying this kin thing around sef? Thank God for you my wife, you and your grannie pants  . Honey, please help me throw this thing in the dustbin, I'm too holy to touch it sef  |
Politics › Re: 10 Things Tinubu Said In Public Broadcast by laivwire(m): 9:40am On Aug 04, 2024 |
Wisdomkosi: PUBLIC ORDER “. There is no place for ethnic bigotry or such threats in the Nigeria we seek to build.” If anything, ethnic bigotry was the bedrock of your campaign strategies
2. ECONOMY I therefore took the painful yet necessary decision to remove fuel subsidies and abolish multiple foreign exchange systems which had constituted a noose around the economic jugular of our Nation and impeded our economic development and progress.” policy combo that made the masses canon fodder for the ineptitude of your party's decades of rot.
“These actions blocked the greed and the profits that smugglers and rent-seekers made. Yet the corrupt still enjoy massive windfalls of your chameleonic policies.
They also blocked the undue subsidies we had extended to our neighbouring countries to the detriment of our people, rendering our economy prostrate.
But these same countries now have currencies that have improved and almost equal to greater to the naira already
“This has given us more financial freedom and the room to spend more money on you, our citizens, to fund essential social services like education and healthcare. It's basic needs of affordable food and transportation we need. Healthcare is till comatose and treatment beyond the reach of the common man.
3. INFRASTRUCTURE “We have also embarked on major infrastructure projects across the country. Just like the VP's residence and private jets.
4. OIL AND GAS “Our once-declining oil and gas industry is experiencing a resurgence on the back of the reforms I announced in May 2024 An industry that still remains one of the most opaque and corrupt yet it's personnel who have been at it's helm of affairs for years remain untouchable
“We have started the distribution of conversion kits and setting up of conversion centres across the country When? With 2 major partners and less than 8 out of 36 states?
5. EDUCATION by setting up the student loan scheme. To date.” Carrot and stick. Hike tuition and then give loans
6. GRANTS “Payments of N1billion each are also being made to large manufacturers under our single-digit loans to boost manufacturing output and stimulate growth.” Why are big manufacturers then packing up?
7. MINIMUM WAGE “I signed the National Minimum Wage into law last week, and the lowest-earning workers will now earn at least N70,000 a month.” Good one at least
8. AGRICULTURE “ import duties should be removed on rice, wheat, maize, sorghum, drugs, and other pharmaceutical and medical supplies for the next 6 months.” We never see results we have also ordered mechanized farming equipment such as tractors and planters, worth billions of Naira from the United States, Belarus, and Brazil. I can confirm to you that the equipment is on the way.” When we are already in mid season. 
9. #EndBadGovernance Protests “But we must not let violence and destruction tear our nation apart." True
10. SECURITY/PEACE “Security operatives should continue to maintain peace, law, and order in our country ” Perhaps consider prioritizing the dark horses from the North who are hindering our farmers from cultivating in peace. |
Politics › Re: 10 Things Tinubu Said In Public Broadcast by laivwire(m): 8:17am On Aug 04, 2024*. Modified: 10:15pm On Aug 04, 2024 |
Wisdomkosi: PUBLIC ORDER “. There is no place for ethnic bigotry or such threats in the Nigeria we seek to build.” If anything, ethnic bigotry was the bedrock of your campaign strategies
2. ECONOMY I therefore took the painful yet necessary decision to remove fuel subsidies and abolish multiple foreign exchange systems which had constituted a noose around the economic jugular of our Nation and impeded our economic development and progress.” a policy combo that made the masses canon fodder for the ineptitude of your party's decades of rot.
“These actions blocked the greed and the profits that smugglers and rent-seekers made. Yet the corrupt still enjoy massive windfalls from your chameleonic policies.
They also blocked the undue subsidies we had extended to our neighbouring countries to the detriment of our people, rendering our economy prostrate.
But these same countries now have currencies that have improved and are almost equal to or greater than the naira already
“This has given us more financial freedom and the room to spend more money on you, our citizens, to fund essential social services like education and healthcare. It's basic needs of affordable food and transportation we need. Healthcare is till comatose and treatment beyond the reach of the common man.
3. INFRASTRUCTURE “We have also embarked on major infrastructure projects across the country. Just like the VP's residence and private jets.
4. OIL AND GAS “Our once-declining oil and gas industry is experiencing a resurgence on the back of the reforms I announced in May 2024 An industry that still remains one of the most opaque and corrupt yet it's personnel who have been at it's helm of affairs for years remain untouchable
“We have started the distribution of conversion kits and setting up of conversion centres across the country When? With 2 major partners and less than 8 out of 36 states?
5. EDUCATION by setting up the student loan scheme. To date.” Carrot and stick. Hike tuition and then give loans
6. GRANTS “Payments of N1billion each are also being made to large manufacturers under our single-digit loans to boost manufacturing output and stimulate growth.” Why are big manufacturers then packing up?
7. MINIMUM WAGE “I signed the National Minimum Wage into law last week, and the lowest-earning workers will now earn at least N70,000 a month.” Good one at least
8. AGRICULTURE “ import duties should be removed on rice, wheat, maize, sorghum, drugs, and other pharmaceutical and medical supplies for the next 6 months.” We never see results we have also ordered mechanized farming equipment such as tractors and planters, worth billions of Naira from the United States, Belarus, and Brazil. I can confirm to you that the equipment is on the way.” When we are already in mid season. 
9. #EndBadGovernance Protests “But we must not let violence and destruction tear our nation apart." True
10. SECURITY/PEACE “Security operatives should continue to maintain peace, law, and order in our country ” Perhaps consider prioritizing the pale riders from the North who are hindering our farmers from cultivating in peace. |
Phones › Re: I Think I Have Been Scammed, What Do I Do? by laivwire(m): 10:15pm On Aug 01, 2024*. Modified: 10:36pm On Aug 01, 2024 |
Of course they prefer commerical banks because they have ready made templates designed. They would send you the screenshot on WhatsApp.
This trick has been played on someone I know. The buyer sent someone to pick the phone for him. The "someone" presumably came from very far away and was in a rush to collect the phone so he can start his journey back home.
The scammer buyer said he has transferred the money and sent screenshots. I told my friend to go and withdraw from POS and confirm the deposit has actually reflected but it hadn't.
Can you believe both buyer and seller were in a stalemate for over 3 hours at the meetup point? He said she can't leave as he has paid, she said she hasn't seen the deposit in her account and can't drop the phone. He sent another alert saying it's possible the bank has issues and when she sees the extra money, she should refund him.
Too many psychological tricks being played. He expected she would give him the phone so she won't keep him waiting. If not for my insistence she would have dropped that phone.
He eventually left without the phone and upon closer scrutiny of the debit alert he sent, I spotted several typographical errors.
Next time, shine your eyes |
Family › Re: I Thought I Could Change Him To Be A Better Man by laivwire(m): 8:18am On Jul 30, 2024 |
[quote author=Diamond1605 post=131217011][/quote]Even if my ways are not pure, I won't let it get to the notice of my nuclear family. Engaging in all these vices despite you catching him in them all is a clear definition of see finish.
All your efforts at reconciling him to the right path will be discounted because he has no fear for you in his heart anymore. Only a superior force can reset him. Something like a court case, misfortune or his genuine will to change. Other than that, it's going to be a grappling battle.
Your priority at this point is to protect yourself from assault, abuse, STDs and bankruptcy to avoid untold sorrow. You can do that by ensuring your physical self and finances are protected even if it means separating.
At the end, we all came to this world individually and are each accountable for our actions. |
Properties › Re: Why Did Nigerians Stop Using Louvers Windows by laivwire(m): 2:11pm On Jul 28, 2024 |
rebelng: I found myself asking this very same question today and looking at the silly responses on here affirm my position that we have a culture problem in this country. We consistently put aesthetics over practicality with everyone wanting to be on the new fad.
Louvers are without a doubt the best window style for any practical application in this climate.
1. Ventilation. 2. Privacy 3. Usability in the rain 4. Cost.
The only area where they fall short is sound proofing and even there, they are still better than sliding windows which have become the norm for budget builds. Honestly, my family house still has louvres but they are old and badly done. The glass panes were roughly cut so they can cut your fingers if you hold them. The frames are also light and are rusty. They bend and usually let the glass pane slide out which can be harmful. I plan to refurbish the house this year and still use louvres. There are some louvres I have come across in Europe, so smooth you won't hear any squeaks, the louvre edges are finely finshed you can rub your palms across them. They are also thick and clear, tightly held within the louvre handles and can close shut with no gaps. I know someonw whould actually still sell high quality glass louvres and frames in Nigeria and I wish I can get that quality. if not, I intend to import them. The house is where I spent my childhood and won't trade it or change much about it for anything. It brings fond memories. |
Politics › Re: Planned Protests: Wike Meets With Heads Of Security Agencies (photos) by laivwire(m): 10:17am On Jul 26, 2024 |
Is he meeting with security heads to tackle how kidnappers are operating right within Abuja metropolis and killing former military heads in their houses? |
Romance › Re: Am Emotionally Damaged I Need Help !!!! by laivwire(m): 7:43am On Jul 24, 2024 |
Your visions do not align, quit the relationship for peace of mind. |
Travel › Re: I Was A Victim Of Subtle Racism In My Workplace Today by laivwire(m): 7:35am On Jul 24, 2024 |
You should know how things do not go by the books in situations like this. I learned myself in similar circumstances.
If you don't have hard evidence, you better die the case except you want more trouble than you can handle. That's if contrary motions are not already in play.
The last person you want to cross paths with is a white girl in your workplace who dislikes you. Better believe that she has had lengthy conversations with all the judges who are going to preside over your case ahead of of your trial.
You're a minority, your African colleague is wiser in that respect. The segregation is systemic just so you don't have evidence. You better learn the game to win the game. |