Unfortunately, Nigerians love their lives too much to start a revolution. Once heard a joke that the only Nigerian that ever tried to commit suicide tied the rope around his waist because it was too painful around his neck...lol

The solution to Nigeria’s problem is for the country to start developing its infrastructures. This will create jobs, reduce the crime rate and possibly create a domino effect into something good.

Was reading a piece today on how the US’s purchase of crude oil from Nigeria has declined from ~800K barrels in prior years to ~300K barrels in July 2012. Forecast shows that this decline will continue. US is set to be energy sufficient by 2020.

Point being the embezzlement pot is about to dry up and the problem will affect us ALL if nothing is done.

Vicmareal: A Fashola & Ribadu ticket will mark d dawn of a new era, power shift and EVOLUTION of a new Nigeria; IF the merger works, there's a slim chance of PDP winning any polling unit on the platform of either rigging or merit. A Fashola & Ribadu ticket will mark d dawn of a new era, power shift and EVOLUTION of a new Nigeria; IF the merger works, there's a slim chance of PDP winning any polling unit on the platform of either rigging or merit.

Assuming people don’t vote based on tribal biases and also assuming that PDP will not rig the election as usual. PDP is the Nigerian Taliban, right up there with Boko Haram.

My dream ticket is Fashola – Pat Utomi 2015. I don’t care who is president and who is vice.

Again this whole merger sounds good and dandy until its time to nominate a presidential candidate.

awwwwww I want Meysi.... our dog is TOO big.

Meysi I can deal with...lol

Let’s even assume that we have a Ghana kind of revolution and all the “evil politicians” die or somehow go away. That will not stop the decline in income.

The government has gotten away with giving the masses the middle finger for so long. Now that there is an emerging problem that is drying up their source of embezzlement money, they could be pushed to take action. What exactly can they do though they all seem confused as it is?

In recent new:

The rising dependence of the U.S. on internal supply of fuel has made the country’s crude oil import from Nigeria to slump from 810,000 barrels in the previous year to 361,000 in July.

Nigeria’s Co-ordinating Minister for the Economy and Finance Minister, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, captured the Federal Government’s worry when she told The Guardian in a telephone interview: “Yes, every Nigerian should be concerned about these developments. There has been a spate of studies, articles and other information on increased availability of Shale gas and more oil in the U.S. due to more exploration.

“In fact, the U.S. has just given Vitol & Shell licences to export oil from the U.S. for the first time. U.S. demand for outside oil is still there but decreasing. These are some of the reasons we went for a sensible $75 benchmark price in view of the changing nature of oil supplies in the world’s principal markets and the possible impact on demand.

“The discovery of Shale oil and gas in the U.S. are long-term fundamental factors that we must pay attention to. Nigeria cannot afford to bury her head in the sand oblivious to changing energy trends in the world. It is in our best interest to respond proactively to these trends. The consequences of not doing so could be very unpleasant not only for us but future generations too.”

But Nigeria is taking some measures in response to the development. It is currently exploring other countries it would sell its crude oil to address the impact of the sharp reduction in the U.S. demand for Brent crude.
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In even more recent news:

The United States will overtake Saudi Arabia to become the world's biggest oil producer before 2020, and will be energy independent 10 years later, according to a new forecast by the International Energy Agency.

"The United States, which currently imports around 20% of its total energy needs, becomes all but self-sufficient in net terms -- a dramatic reversal of the trend seen in most other energy importing countries," the IEA stated.

Instead of looking for a lasting solution to the loss of crude oil income looks like the country is shopping around for other clients. Does Nigeria not get the message that crude oil is gradually becoming an unreliable source of income for the country?

2020 is closer than we think, what can Nigeria do in order for the country not to go under?


source CNN.com and ngrguardiannews.com

How come none of my questions gets answered on this forum

Do i need to be personal freinds with Seun to get answers?

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I think we’ve all seen this movie:

Boy proposes to girl to tie her down,
Boy breaks up with girl when she least expects
Boy get married to another girl just a few months later

True-story this happened to a friend of mine. She was with this dude for about 5 years.

Noways, my advice to your friend – her and her partner clearly not on the same page and she cannot force him into anything. If she wants to get married she needs to let the guy know that she is ready to get married and cannot wait for him. She needs to meet someone that is ready to get married. I know it’s not easy demoting yourself from fiancé back to girlfriend but it needs to be done if she is in such a hurry to get married. She would just have to let her new bf know that she is not just testing the waters she is looking for a lifelong commitment.

People are in a hurry to get married, some are tied of marriage and want out, all sorts. God help us all.

Nobody thought FB could take over Hi5,

Nigerians have amazing ideas but for some reason it’s always poorly executed (no disrespect Seun). The idea of this forum is similar to Twitter and with proper strategy the owner can definitely cash big-time. There is always a void in FB and Twitter that Nairaland can fill. I spend more time on here than on FB because I can relate to the posts and I can actually gain knowledge (sometimes) on what’s happening in Nigeria.

This website needs to keep evolving, we need to be able to do more than just post stories. Maybe we can already I am new to this forum so not sure.

This site is addictive for sure. People risk getting fired to come to this website so there is something to it.

Seun, if you don’t evolve and continue to meet the need of your niche market someone will visit this website and find ways to do it better and snag all your “customers” You may want to open a tread on “suggestions on how to improve”

I am rooting for you though – make us proud

There are people who give their partners a kidney and if the relationship does not work out so be it.

I think Nigerians pay too much emphasis on money. Don’t get me wrong there are gold diggers all around the world but from talking Nigerian guys, looks like Nigerian girls take the game to a whole new level.

With regards to the question, if you can comfortably afford to do it, go ahead. You don’t necessarily have to spend in exchange for love.

I definitely see how this can happen.

Whether or not you believe it, people change after the wedding. As each partner’s true color begin to shine through animosity begins to build up and you start to realize that you need more than sex and affection to get you through the life long commitment.

Being married, I can say for a fact that taking things too seriously can push you to the limit and cause you to start hating your spouse. If an argument is getting out of hand just walk-away and come back. Also one needs be okay with losing some battles and most importantly pick your battles. Always remember that trading your spouse for a new one is not always as glamorous as it plays out in your imagination.

Everyone needs an escape from marriage meaning an outlet to un-bottle everything. Your outlet could be exercise, business, etc something that makes you happy, a little me-time. Nobody is perfect but if you have decided that divorce is not an option, then you have to stick it out.

We all need God’s help to survive marriage.

Maybe Nigerian men like it that way. It also depends on your body type, exercise and food in-take. I have a baby and mine is still flat but I take conscious effort to keep it that way. My husband wants me a little bigger though but no….

I actually admire girls that are comfortable with the way they looks and don’t feel the need to obsess over their appearance.

In all fairness, Nigerian men don’t all have flat mid-section either.

Rule #1: Never negotiate with terrorists it’s a sign of weakness and it sends a message that the government cannot catch them otherwise.

I know the people are desperate for a solution to Boko Harma but a negotiation will open a can of worms. Other groups will spring-up, commit havoc and expect to be rewarded also. There needs to be a solution that eliminates the group and prevents other such groups from coming up in the future.

Deciding to participate in terrorist activities pretty much sealed their fate, the full weight of the law has to fall on the group.

The fact that names and org-structure (of Boko Harma) were mentioned in the teleconference really bothers me, why are these guys not in custody?

Thought about a few zingers for the president and Obasanjo when I read your post… but decided to go a different route….

I guess we can all congratulate the former head of state and move on to more pressing issues facing the country.

control_seven:
Can my cell phone provider really help? I guess i will exploit that option! Did u mention a hand gun?..... I don't wana be ALUUed yet, here the complainant easily turns the accussed! Thanks anyway.

Did not say go on a shooting spree, lol

I personally believe everyone has a right to protect themselves when the need arises.

Goodluck on the situation though.

Your cell phone service provider may have a record of what number the text was sent from – if this is in Nigeria…. Don’t know what to tell you.

I have seen some scary Nigerian movies and people could go to any length to get a girl/guy. Definitely tell your girlfriend what’s going on and if I were you I’ll invest in a handgun (and bullets). Who knows if this coward will actually show-up.

Unfortunately the Nigerian police is useless, this would have been a really easy case.

Deep Sight:

They were very calm. In the car, they were laughing and cracking jokes. None of them seemed high. They spoke Yoruba all through.

Honestly, for about three weeks after the incident, i felt ok, and just glad to be alive. But probably owing to some delayed reaction, in the last few weeks i find myself waking up almost ten times every night to go around and listen for noises in the compound and the street and check windows and doors. When I actually parked just because someone was behind me in traffic one day, realized what the effect of the incident has been.

As for me, I am already planning very extra-ordinary security measures for my house. Burglar proofing is not enough. One needs a way to literally dissapear once alerted of entry.

Unfortunately these armed robbers will always find weaknesses in any security system.

You need to leave that environment for a while, its normal to be traumatized after a crazy event like the one you went through. I was almost attacked once in boarding-house and I could not sleep alone for years cos I was too afraid. Every time I gave an account of my experience, it was like re-living it all over again. With time of course the trauma goes away but leaving definitely helps.

Thank God you are alive .

I really enjoyed this piece, it was like reading a riveting action movie – I can tell you are educated and possibly have some international experience.

Haven served for a few years in the US army stories like yours makes me so mad. These guys only had sophisticated weapons, they did not have a plan and could have been easily stopped. They saw a flaw in the security system, hence the hammer.

Expecting a sophisticated “forensic pumping” Nigerian police is a fantasy, Nigeria is simply not there yet. I personally always wonder if the government does not have the desire to fix the issue or if they just dont know how to fix it.

With sophisticated weapons like the ones described in your story, citizens are pretty much sitting ducks for these animals. It’s a catch 22 since the government does not provide protection so citizens try to protect themselves with jungle justice. Like we saw with the UNIPOT (probably spelt this wrong) issue jungle justice could be a tragedy.

This is how I think it will play out. As Nigerians abroad begin to move back home, they would demand a higher standard and at some point the government will not be able to get away with their incompetence.

Where do we begin with the issues facing Nigeria? God help!

ifyalways: Ideally, in Nigerian custom, a visiting married woman is expected to lodge at "her husbands place" .

In your case, I'll suggest you spend a couple of days with your in-laws then the rest of your trip at your brothers. It would send wrong signals if you visit and fail to spend some nights with your in laws.

Two long nights hmmmmm......

Thanks.

totustus: I'm actually interested in supplying boutiques in Nigeria. I'm a Nigerian based in America and i currently have a ton of exquisite designer items that are all brand new with tags attached and 100% authentic. I currently sell on ebay and other sites but was looking to expand to supplying quality boutiques in Nigeria.
My items include Dolce & Gabbana, Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Etro, Armani Collezioni, Emporio Armani etc. I'm talking about some very nice and very expensive items that I sell. We are one of the few smaller companies that Neiman Marcus and Off saks fifth avenue contracts to sell their surplus items so all our items have the aforementioned store tags still on them.
Feel free to contact me if anyone is interested in exploring more about this opportunity

Quick question for you. How can I get in touch with a wide customer base? I am a Nigerian based in America also and I am close to completing my product line. They are all made in America and of course on the high end. I need to reach a wide audienece fairly quickly.

Excited about sharing my product with the world. Just wanted to get your perspective since you are into sale of luxury (what i call quality) items.

I am 26 now but want to start preping myself for the role. I am so passionate about education in Nigeria and need to make sure I am an eligible candidate come 2019.

Let's turn this ship (Nigeria) around and do good for the country.

Can’t say I agree with #1

Most people overlook #2 and that causes a lot of havoc as the couple try to steer their marital ship in opposite directions.

Good to see your cited your sources too hmmm “you can use juju to find love” LOL!

Does anyone know how the healthcare industry works in Nigeria? Specifically the medical supply industry – meaning disposable items (gloves, disposable gowns, drapes, sanitizers, surgical packs, etc.) used in a hospital not equipment.

Could you please help me understand:

• Who typically manages the purchase of medical supplies in an average hospital in Nigeria?
• What medical products do hospitals find hard to source in Nigeria?
• How do dental practices purchase their medical supplies and what items do they find difficult to buy?
• Do hospitals typically sign contracts with their medical product suppliers
• Who, in a hospital, decides on what medical supplier(s) the hospital chooses
• What companies in Nigeria dominate the medical supply business?
• Will Nigerian hospitals find value in inventory management service?
• Do the hospitals care about quality (as in texture of the gloves etc) or are they more concerned with getting by with the bare minimum?

Still plan on talking to the hospital management but I want to get a general idea so I don’t walk in blindly and also so that I can tailor my program to match the Nigerian market.

Please help.

Thanks

Does anyone know if there are consulting opportunities in Nigeria? Specifically I am interested in FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis) consulting and advance spreadsheet design / model.

Thanks.

Mr. Poster you are adorable lol.

Like one of the responses states, start talking to her and do keep an open mind cos you will hate to find out she is married or seeing someone else.

Remember she cannot bite you (at least not in public… we hope).

I appreciate all the responses.

To answer questions and respond to some of the posts:
•My husband currently shuttles back and forth and is okay with whatever I choose to do as long as its within reason.
•What I mean by “have nothing to show for it” is that most people here in the US (at least that I know of) are not doing things out of the routine. For example, they could have a well-paying job, a nice house, a couple of cars a well-rounded IRA/ investment account and that’s it, they are complacent and cool with having just these things. Whereas in Nigeria you see people with the same assets but these same people start their own business or do other things that would help them long after retirement. I want to add value to the Nigerian economy while making money at the same time.
•Federal income tax, etc is crazy in America. Taxes are not as bad in Nigeria but like “obowunmi” said working for a non-reputable company in Nigeria could be hell. Majority of the older people I talk to back home advise that I don’t get a job period because it’s not worth it. They said it’s better to find a niche and start a solid business ….it’s easier said than done though
•With regards to inflation: there is inflation in America too and pay increase definitely does no match the inflation change YOY except you work in certain areas for government.

You guys make $160K a year in America, what do you do Investment Banking OMG! Sounds like I am in the wrong profession lol. I thank God I live a comfortable life in the US, but I am thinking about the future. If I go home when I am too old, I may be at a disadvantage. I agree with all the advice….its just not knowing what to expect you know. Taking the first trip back home later this year is exciting and scary to me at the same time.

I am a Nigerian living in the USA and looking to move back home. I am 28 years old, have my MBA in Strategic Management and a BS in Accounting all from the USA. I have worked in corporate America for about 6 years. My motivation to move back home is to get back into the Nigerian system before I get too old. I would like to gradually settle in - possibly find a job first and then eventually start my own business. I don’t want to be like Nigerians that have been in the USA for several decades and have nothing to show for it. I have not been home in 12 years mainly because my siblings are all outside the country and my dad comes to visit us.

I have a really young family: my husband is Nigerian and we have a 1 year old “baby”. I keep hearing Nigeria has changed, and that I should make more frequent trips home to start getting used to the system again. I am a citizen of the USA so shuttling between both countries should not be an issue in the future.

My question: should I stay in the USA, get my accounting certification and PHD before moving home. Or get a job in Nigeria and move home within the next year or two? I know getting a job in Nigeria could be a nightmare but hey…

Please help!

I love reading this forum.

I am a Nigerian living in the USA and looking to move back home. I am 28 years old, have my MBA in Strategic Management and a BS in Accounting all from the USA. I have worked in corporate America for about 6 years. My motivation to move back home is to get back into the Nigerian system before I get too old. I would like to gradually settle in - possibly find a job first and then eventually start my own business. I don’t want to be like Nigerians that have been in the USA for several decades and have nothing to show for it. I have not been home in 12 years mainly because my siblings are all outside the country and my dad comes to visit us.

I have a really young family: my husband is Nigerian and we have a 1 year old “baby”. I keep hearing Nigeria has changed, and that I should make more frequent trips home to start getting used to the system again. I am a citizen of the USA so shuttling between both countries should not be an issue in the future.

My question: should I stay in the USA, get my accounting certification and PHD before moving home. Or get a job in Nigeria and move home within the next year or two? I know getting a job in Nigeria could be a nightmare but hey…

Please help!

I love reading this forum.