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 Politics › Re: Flying Home For December – How Subsidized Flights Can Boost Nigeria’s Economy by malali(op): 2:02am On Dec 01, 2024 |
Kobojunkie:You have a poverty mentality.....lol The government can give the travelers vouchers. These vouchers can be redeemed in Nigerian businesses, hotels,restaurants, real estate any major purchase. The owners of these businesses can use it as tax credits to pay the government for taxes. Nobody is given physical cash. Learn to think outside the box....its okay to be broke, but don't have a poverty mentality, because even if you see an opportunity you wont recognize it. |
| Politics › Flying Home For December – How Subsidized Flights Can Boost Nigeria’s Economy by malali(op): 1:53am On Dec 01, 2024 |
By Malali December is to Nigerians what the Fourth of July is to Americans—an unmissable reunion, a time to reconnect, celebrate, and, of course, spend. The streets of Lagos buzz with festive energy, villages swell with homecomings, and no Nigerian abroad wants to miss out. Yet, a glaring obstacle remains: outrageous airfare costs. Many diaspora Nigerians find themselves stranded abroad, not because they don’t want to come home, but because flights are ridiculously expensive. Airlines cash in on the demand surge, leaving the average Nigerian abroad staring at fares that could pay a year’s rent in Surulere. But what if we flipped this script? What if Nigeria invested in subsidized flights from key cities with large Nigerian populations—New York, Chicago, Maryland, London, Manchester? Imagine a festive season where the diaspora can afford to fly home, inject foreign currency into the economy, and boost industries from hospitality to real estate. The Problem: High Fares and Missed Opportunities Airlines in host countries—consciously or not—“imprison” immigrants during the holidays. They hike ticket prices to capitalize on peak demand, knowing Nigerians abroad don’t want to miss Christmas and New Year’s festivities back home. Many end up staying put, sacrificing family bonds and festive joy. Meanwhile, Nigeria’s economy misses out on the billions that could flow in from returning Nigerians eager to spend. Hotels go underutilized, restaurants lose customers, and real estate dreams remain unrealized. The Solution: Subsidized Flights Here’s the big idea: Nigeria partners with local airlines to provide subsidized flights from major cities with significant Nigerian populations. • Start small: Begin with one or two cities—say, London and New York—test the waters, and expand gradually. • Government-backed loans or guarantees: Airlines could receive incentives to keep ticket prices low in exchange for guaranteed revenue. • Collaborate with Nigerian banks: Offer ticket financing options for travelers, repayable over time in naira. Why This Strategy Works [b] 1. Foreign Exchange Influx • Every December, diaspora Nigerians bring in billions of dollars, often in cash. Subsidizing flights means more visitors, translating to more forex in the Nigerian economy. 2. Boost to Hospitality and Entertainment • Hotels, Airbnb rentals, and restaurants would flourish with increased patronage. • Events, concerts, and shows—staples of the festive season—would rake in higher attendance and revenue. 3. Increased Real Estate Investment • A significant barrier to diaspora investment in Nigerian property is the difficulty of traveling back and forth. Affordable flights would encourage more Nigerians abroad to buy homes, land, and rentals. 4. Job Creation • Airlines, airports, and ground handling services would need more staff, creating jobs directly. Indirectly, industries like logistics, tourism, and transportation would experience growth. 5. Positive Global Perception • A government that invests in making homecoming easier for its citizens earns goodwill both locally and abroad, boosting national pride and confidence. [/b] Implementation: A Practical Blueprint • Data-Driven Targeting: Use diaspora population data to prioritize routes. Start with New York, London, and Texas, where Nigerian communities are largest. • Seasonal Pricing Model: Flights don’t need to be subsidized year-round. Focus on December through mid-January, when demand peaks. • Public-Private Partnerships: Collaborate with Nigerian airlines like Air Peace or international carriers willing to share the vision. • Diaspora Tax Incentive: Allow returning Nigerians to offset part of their ticket cost against any investment they make while in the country. Why We Must Solve Our Own Problems Let’s be honest: no foreign airline or government cares whether Nigerians can make it home for Christmas. They don’t have this problem, so why would they solve it? If we wait for the “market” to fix it, we’ll keep going round in circles. Our peculiar challenges require peculiar solutions. Subsidized flights aren’t just a feel-good idea; they’re a strategic investment in Nigeria’s economy and identity. The ripple effects would be massive—more jobs, more money in circulation, and stronger family and cultural ties. A Call to Action Imagine a Nigeria where every December, millions of Nigerians abroad flood back home—not as prisoners of high airfare, but as proud sons and daughters eager to reconnect and reinvest. Imagine the boost to our economy, the joy in our communities, and the pride of a nation that truly values its people, no matter where they live. It’s time we stopped dreaming about what could be and started building it. The world won’t do it for us. Let’s fly our people home and watch Nigeria soar. 3 Likes 1 Share
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: Netanyahu’s Ceasefire: A Tactical Surrender as Israel’s Global Support Crumbles by malali(op): 11:10pm On Nov 30, 2024 |
klarry79:Reader of write-up is a complete joke. 1 Like |
| Politics › Re: Herbalist Accidentally Shoots Himself While Testing 'bulletproof' Charm by malali: 11:55am On Nov 30, 2024 |
EFCC Should pick him for Fraud. |
| Travel › Re: Why You Should Not Japa – Cardoso To Nigerians by malali: 9:14am On Nov 30, 2024 |
Cardoso raise that interest rate mercilessly So that we can buy assets from the JAPA people for kobo's on the Naira. Let the system break completely, then we can start rebuilding it. I am eyeing some choice real estate, but the owners are not budging. Tighten the noose....so we can buy it all up for cheap. Fortune favors the brave. 3 Likes |
| Foreign Affairs › Re: Netanyahu’s Ceasefire: A Tactical Surrender as Israel’s Global Support Crumbles by malali(op): 9:13am On Nov 30, 2024 |
Elusive001:Irrelevant rant.....gibberish. Totally unrelated to what i said... You must be inebriated. |
| Travel › Re: 200 Traders Feared Feared As Boat Capsizes In Kogi by malali: 7:30am On Nov 30, 2024 |
You will think we dont have a minister of transport  By now they should have stepped in ?? Make rules ?? License all the transporters ?? Put limits on how many people they can carry ?? invest in lifeboat ?? Arrange lifeguards for rescue prior to each trip ?? Something should have been done, but everyday we just hear 200 dead, 450 dead, 800 dead ....!!!!! NOBODY IS DOING ANYTHING, ONCE IT DIDNT HAPPEN IN ABUJA AND NO SENATOR WAS INVOLVED. THE CITIZENS CAN KEEP DYING. 1 Like |
| Politics › Re: France: A Narcissistic Relationship With Africa,why Nigeria Should Be Cautious by malali(op): 7:06am On Nov 30, 2024 |
helinues: I live on Gods economy. A Lion doesn't eat grass even in the worst famine. |
| Politics › Re: France: A Narcissistic Relationship With Africa,why Nigeria Should Be Cautious by malali(op): 6:56am On Nov 30, 2024 |
helinues:The picture was for you....Everybody knows you don't use your brain. I was hoping you at least use your eyes. |
| Politics › Re: Doyin Okupe Posts Photoshopped Picture Of Tinubu, Macron And Their Wives by malali: 5:49am On Nov 30, 2024*. Modified: 11:59am On Nov 30, 2024 |
He probably didn't Photoshop it himself. He probably just posted a fake pic circulating online. Calm down. PS: At his age and stage in the game, he should have known better. I guess he had a Peter Obi moment. 27 Likes 2 Shares |
| Politics › France: A Narcissistic Relationship With Africa,why Nigeria Should Be Cautious by malali(op): 3:46am On Nov 30, 2024 |
In a world where shifting allegiances are the new norm, France’s invitation to Nigeria for a state visit speaks volumes about the fading influence of the former colonial power in West Africa. Once, France held sway over its former colonies with the firm grip of a nostalgic partnership, a relationship built on shared history, culture, and resources. But now, as countries across the West African sub-region turn their gaze eastward, France finds itself scrambling to maintain its relevance. Even some of its most loyal Francophone partners are now courting Russia, a stark sign that the bonds with France have become frayed, and that its approach to these relationships may be more narcissistic than diplomatic. The Relationship: More of a Sidekick than a Symbiotic Partnership Let’s not sugarcoat it: France’s relationship with many African nations has been anything but reciprocal. If anything, it’s been more of a narcissistic love affair where France seeks validation rather than offering true partnership. France has used its former colonies like sidekicks in a never-ending global drama, all while keeping the script firmly in its own hands. As the power dynamics shift, countries like Nigeria, with its booming population and economic potential, are no longer willing to settle for being a mere supporting character. This is not a true partnership; it’s a one-sided performance where only one party benefits. But what has France really offered in return? While the relationship has been profitable for French corporations, for the average African citizen, it’s been a tale of exploitation, with France maintaining economic control through neocolonial structures and puppet regimes. The oil, the gold, and the natural resources continue to flow out of Africa, but the dividends are not being shared equitably. France’s endless interventions in African affairs, especially through military action and economic manipulation, have only served to weaken trust. In short, France has been a partner that takes without giving, and only shows affection when it benefits its own self-interest. The Muslim Question: France’s Missteps in the Face of Reality Perhaps the most glaring oversight on France’s part is its refusal to recognize the demographic and religious realities of the region. West Africa is predominantly Muslim, yet France’s policies continue to alienate these populations by pushing secular, non-Muslim causes. While France aggressively advocates for its own version of democracy and secularism, it too often forgets the beliefs of the people it claims to support. When Africans dare to challenge the French narrative, they are quickly labeled as “terrorists” or “radicals”—an approach that has only further alienated the Muslim-majority populations in countries like Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso. This disregard for religious dynamics is a major reason why France’s influence is waning. With a growing Muslim demographic across the Sahel and West Africa, France’s refusal to understand or respect the role of Islam in these societies is not just an oversight; it’s an affront. Instead of seeking to build bridges, France continues to fan the flames of division, offering no space for understanding or dialogue. It’s a mistake that has left France vulnerable to competition from more inclusive powers like Russia, who have no such qualms about recognizing the value of diverse cultural and religious landscapes. The Gaddafi Lesson: France’s Backstabbing Nature If there’s any one moment that encapsulates the duplicity of the French relationship with Africa, it’s the assassination of Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi. Gaddafi, once a staunch ally of France, was suddenly and brutally turned on when the West came knocking, and France led the charge in the coalition that killed him. It was a cold, calculated betrayal—a moment that left many in Africa with a bitter taste and the realization that France’s loyalty is as fragile as its political interests. Gaddafi’s assassination was not just a tragic loss for Libya; it was a stark reminder of the hollow nature of the French “friendship.” France’s willingness to betray its allies for short-term gain has left a scar on its credibility, not just in Africa but globally. And it’s this very betrayal that makes it clear: France is the kind of friend you keep one eye open for—because you never know when it will turn its back on you. Russia and China: Straightforward, No-Nonsense Allies While France falters, Russia and China have become increasingly attractive alternatives for African nations seeking more honest and direct partnerships. Russia, in particular, offers a refreshing change from the vagueness and manipulation of the West. Vladimir Putin does not speak in the language of veiled promises; what he says is what he does. His alliances with Syria, Iran, and even European countries that dare to think for themselves, send a clear message: Russia respects sovereignty and self-determination, and is not afraid to stand by its allies, even when the global political winds shift. Putin’s Russia has also proven itself a friend to the Muslim world, offering respect and tolerance for all faiths within its own borders. This is something that resonates strongly in Africa, where religion plays a central role in daily life. Unlike France, whose secular policies often clash with local values, Russia offers a platform of mutual respect for diverse religious groups. It’s no wonder that African nations are increasingly turning to Russia, seeking out a more pragmatic partner that is not bogged down by ideological baggage. The New World Order: Why Africa Is Shifting Its Allegiances The global landscape is shifting, and as countries like Nigeria and others in Africa look for new alliances, it’s clear that the influence of old colonial powers is waning. The West—led by France—has lost the trust of many African nations, and this vacuum is being filled by more straightforward powers like Russia and China. These nations may not be perfect, but they understand the value of honest relationships and respect for sovereignty, rather than the self-serving agenda of their predecessors. Countries like Mali, Burkina Faso, Central African Republic, and even Ethiopia have been strengthening ties with Russia, seeking a more reliable and less manipulative partner. Nigeria, with its strategic importance in Africa, should not be too quick to embrace the French overtures. France may be a friend today, but tomorrow could bring another betrayal. The Takeaway for Asiwaju Tinubu President Asiwaju Bola Tinubu should be cautious as he navigates Nigeria’s foreign policy. France may offer a warm handshake, but we must not forget its history of backstabbing when it no longer suits their interests. In a world where Russia and China are emerging as stronger, more consistent allies, Nigeria must choose its partnerships wisely. If there’s one thing Africans appreciate about Putin, it’s his ability to speak plainly and deliver on promises. No games, no manipulation, just respect. As Nigeria enters this new phase of international diplomacy, it’s clear that the future of global alliances will no longer be shaped by those who have built their power on the backs of others. The new world order is one where trust, mutual respect, and genuine cooperation will rule. Nigeria must ensure it is not left holding the short end of the stick in this changing global landscape. Russia and China may be blunt, but at least they don’t stab you in the back when you’re not looking.
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| Foreign Affairs › Re: Rishi Sunak Versus Kemi Badenoch. by malali(op): 12:10am On Nov 30, 2024 |
ycat:2 people with damaged brain.....lol Bartender, give that guy 1 beer. |
| Politics › Re: UK Can’t Handle The Influx: Kemi Badenoch Promises Tougher Immigration Crackdown by malali(op): 4:22pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
[quote author=casualobserver post=133091026][/quote]You will remove your clothes and dance in the middle of the market, its just a matter of time....lol |
| Politics › Re: Sen Ndume's Confrontation With Deputy Senate President, Any Suspension In Sight? by malali: 3:55pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
Senator Ndume is a seasoned senator. They cant suspend him for speaking up. All these nonsense suspensions for speaking up are not popular. Nigerians are in support of Ndume. If no one challenges these senators they will sell the whole country. The voice of people like Ndume serves to keep them in check. There are a lot of political jobbers in the senate. They just approve anything the presidency wants, just to get their cut. They even throw their constituencies under the bus for favors from the presidency. |
| Politics › Re: UK Can’t Handle The Influx: Kemi Badenoch Promises Tougher Immigration Crackdown by malali(op): 3:44pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
casualobserver:How did i descend so low to even debate your type online ? That's why its risky talking to strangers online. If i had know that everything was not okay with you. Now you are using anecdotes you got from scratching your bum. You are now accusing her of lying about herself. And you are the only person that knows the truth about her.Calling what she said beer parlor talk without proof. I would advice you never to discontinue your psych medications. Log off the internet , you dont have adequate mental health to be online. |
| Politics › Re: UK Can’t Handle The Influx: Kemi Badenoch Promises Tougher Immigration Crackdown by malali(op): 3:16pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
casualobserver: Thats what she said with her own mouth. I don't understand why she will call her parents immigrants and you are hear barking that her parents are not immigrants. Are they your parents ? You are arguing without facts. I am providing you with evidence. She is a second generation immigrant with a British passport. She is culturally an immigrant, even though she has a British passport. And that privilege she enjoys has now been cancelled. You are no longer a citizen at birth. If it was really a solid citizenship, why did they cancel it ? You are shouting she was born there she can be an immigrant. If she was born there today, she is not an automatic citizen. You probably live somewhere in Ojuelegba typing this rubbish |
| Politics › Re: UK Can’t Handle The Influx: Kemi Badenoch Promises Tougher Immigration Crackdown by malali(op): 2:35pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
casualobserver:She is an immigrant, who was awarded a passport privilege at birth. This doesn't make her a citizen. No, not everyone born in the UK before 1980 was automatically granted citizenship. The rules regarding automatic citizenship were more restrictive, and the laws varied depending on the individual’s background and the circumstances of their birth. 1. British Nationality Act 1948 • Before 1980, the British Nationality Act 1948 determined who was considered a British citizen. • People born in the UK before this act were often considered British subjects, which was a broader category than full British citizenship. • The act introduced the concept of Commonwealth citizenship, meaning people from countries in the British Empire could be citizens of both their home country and the UK. 2. Automatic Citizenship Rules Before 1980 • Citizenship by Birth: Individuals born in the UK before 1983 were not necessarily British citizens by birth. Instead, they were British subjects unless: • One or both parents were British citizens or British subjects at the time of the child’s birth. • Commonwealth citizens born in the UK could be British subjects, but not automatically British citizens. • Statelessness: If a child was born in the UK to foreign parents and would be stateless (i.e., would not acquire any nationality at birth), they could be considered a British citizen. You dont have facts to support, your lies. Quote a verifiable British Law that states everybody born in UK is a British citizen. |
| Politics › Re: UK Can’t Handle The Influx: Kemi Badenoch Promises Tougher Immigration Crackdown by malali(op): 2:14pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
casualobserver:LOL....I see the problem. Dead brain cells BBC called her an immigrant on numerous occasions. She is an IMMIGRANT with a British passport. Her father was born in Nigeria. All her grandparents and ancestry were buried in Nigeria. You are deluded and disillusioned. |
| Politics › Re: Dr. Alausa: Canceling foriegn scholar support but all his children school abroad by malali(op): 2:07pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
otipoju: I know there is an element of the occult in Nigeria political class, its so brazen with this administration. However darkness cannot thrive where there is light. We will overcome them. I went to school on 2 government scholarships. Today i am one of the few that do what i do in the whole world. But this man comes and cancels government support in less than 3 months of being educational minister. His Children are all in Chicago and i am 100% sure he pays their tuition with government funds now. 2 Likes 1 Share |
| Politics › Re: Those With 70k Salary Now Earn 140k, I Want Rivers People To Remember Me-Fubara by malali: 2:04pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
Giftimoni:We have to keep supporting him online. I hope he keeps up the good deeds. Light will overpower darkness. 37 Likes 5 Shares |
| Politics › Re: UK Can’t Handle The Influx: Kemi Badenoch Promises Tougher Immigration Crackdown by malali(op): 2:02pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
casualobserver:You are definitely intellectually challenged or disable. I have attached a BBC write up where she is referred to her own background as an immigrant Are you educated ? Did you find comprehension difficult when you were in school ? Did you go to good schools ? Is it possible you ask for a refund of your schoos fees ? Olodo ni e padi mii !!!
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| Politics › Re: Those With 70k Salary Now Earn 140k, I Want Rivers People To Remember Me-Fubara by malali: 1:46pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
I like this Sim Fubara. He is proving himself to be a potential good presidential Candidate. Quiet, Gallant and most importantly fearless. 101 Likes 10 Shares |
| Politics › Re: FG Cancels Foreign Trainings For Nigerian Scholars by malali: 1:45pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
Kukutente23: I already wrote a rejoinder, all his children school in chicago, but he is out canceling scholarship used by the less privileged to get quality education, even Elon musk went to MIT on scholarship. We might miss a potential genius, who could have gone abroad to school and change humanity. But our politicians have an open budget to go for healthcare abroad. Technology revolution has gone into farming and animal husbandry, we are still archaic, every governor is wasting funds traveling to US and Brazil to import technology. These people dont have 2 brains. our problem is mismanagement and misallocation of funds. 1 Like 1 Share |
| Politics › Re: UK Can’t Handle The Influx: Kemi Badenoch Promises Tougher Immigration Crackdown by malali(op): 1:40pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
casualobserver:Stop celebrating your idiocy online.Kemi is a second generation immigrant and also a citizen. If she was born after 1983, she would only have been a second generation immigrant and not necessarily a citizen. Stop bamboozling electorate, because he is right. you need to get your facts in order. A second-generation immigrant refers to someone born in the country to parents who are immigrants. In other words, their parents moved from another country, and the second-generation individual is a native-born citizen of the country in which they reside. Here are some key points about second-generation immigrants: • Parents’ Immigration: The parents of a second-generation immigrant are typically first-generation immigrants, meaning they were born in a different country and later moved to the country where their children are born. • Born in the New Country: The second-generation individual was born in the country their parents immigrated to, so they are a citizen of that country by birthright. • Cultural Identity: They may experience a mix of the culture and traditions of their immigrant parents’ country and the culture of the country they were born in. • Language and Integration: The second generation might speak the local language fluently and integrate more easily into the social and economic fabric of the country, but they may also retain some language and cultural practices from their parents’ country of origin. |
| Politics › Re: Dr. Alausa: Canceling foriegn scholar support but all his children school abroad by malali(op): 12:59pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
Racoon:Dr Alausa's children all school abroad. He spent over 1 year in ministry of health, he did not cancel health tourism by politicians Less than 2 months in Ministry of education. He cancels scholar support for children of the masses. Someone please explain to me, how this democracy pays the masses ? 3 Likes 1 Share |
| Politics › Re: FG Cancels Foreign Trainings For Nigerian Scholars by malali: 12:54pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
Wonders shall never end. Somebody whose children all school abroad (definitely with support, because ministers salary cannot pay tuition abroad ) Gets appointed Minister of education and cancels the part of the budget allocated to scholar support abroad. I am 99% sure that part of the budget is about to be looted and embezzled. |
| Politics › Re: Senator Ndume Vs The FIRS Chairman, Zaccheus Adedeji Clash Over Tax Bill (Video) by malali: 12:50pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
Lithiumite:Why do you assume i support an illegality. You dont know me !!! I dont support Saraki's selection versus election Ndume is right, deputy senate president cannot be waiting for half of senate to deliberate on an important thing like the Tax bill. Stop using nonsense to justify more nonsense. And dont assume everybody has a tribe or religious bias.....Thats delusional. |
| Politics › Dr. Alausa: Canceling foriegn scholar support but all his children school abroad by malali(op): 12:46pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
Dr. Moruf Alausa’s recent cancellation of foreign scholarships for Nigerian scholars is as baffling as it is telling. Here’s the hypocrisy: When he was the Minister of Health, he didn’t bat an eyelash at the millions wasted on foreign medical trips for politicians. These trips, often upwards of $200,000 each, drain the country’s coffers for the health of 65+ year-olds, while he now axes scholarships worth a fraction of that—intended to empower youth under 35! This selective bias against the next generation smacks of elitism. Why? Because, let’s face it: scholarships help young Nigerians innovate, push boundaries, and create a future for the country. Foreign medical trips, on the other hand, mainly serve politicians, who seem to think only their own health is worth saving. The same Dr. Alausa, a doctor with a dialysis center in Chicago, finds it easier to stop a $20k scholarship than touch the deep-pocketed foreign medical travel that many top government officials indulge in. How convenient. This will not be forgotten. The youth know they’re being robbed of opportunities that could elevate them, while the older political class continues to waste public funds on treatments they could easily get at home. Dr. Alausa, perhaps it’s time to practice what you preach and put the country’s resources where they truly matter—into the hands of our youth. Dr Alausa canceling foreign scholar support when all his children school abroad is a slap in the face to all Nigerians. He should be sacked and removed from that position.
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| NYSC › Re: A Corps Member Was Allegedly beaten In Ilorin For Not "Greeting Properly" by malali: 12:17pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
Federal government should intervene. A youth corp member's safety is the liability of the government. The house of representative member in that area should be put to work National orientation agency should also get involved. 3 Likes 1 Share |
| Politics › Re: The Assisted UK Dying Bill: A Hidden Death Sentence For The Vulnerable? by malali(op): 12:14pm On Nov 29, 2024 |
I personally dont feel comfortable with the lawmakers making assisted dying a law. If they feel the person cannot live more than 6 months. Imagining this law existing during covid, 10x the number that died would have been "asissted" to die. We are going down a slippery slope, and i am sure this kind of list would have black minorities on the dying list first. Trust me, its going to be blacks,immigrants,illegal aliens ...They would justify it with political correct lingua. Be Guided. |
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