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It is truly unfortunate to see certain individuals online who contribute nothing of value, yet come onto the Nairaland forum to insult people with credible records of service to their states and Nigeria. You can always recognize these people by the disrespectful way they target achievers whose levels their own families have not even come close to reaching. Before you insult anyone online, please tell us what your own father has achieved that is even worth comparing to the person you are attacking. Be mindful of how you speak about those who have accomplished great things. Showing respect for leadership and success is the first step toward reaching those heights yourself.

When you convert the increased naira amount to its real market value, the numbers tell a very different story due to massive currency depreciation. Today, a standard 3bedroom flat in a secure area easily costs millions of naira annually, and standard school fees for a few children run into hundreds of thousands per term. When you add the skyrocketing cost of food and utilities, this increment is quickly swallowed up. It leaves virtually nothing to save for long term goals like buying a car or building a house. Stating that this is the best it has been for many years suggests a lack of familiarity with the historical value of a military salary. In terms of real purchasing power, today's compensation is worth less than half of what a service member earned before the current economic downturn. To put it into daily perspective: for an officer sacrificing their life for this nation just to buy a standard flagship phone, they now have to save for months or severely starve their basic living budget. Increments are only meaningful if they outpace inflation. Right now, they are simply failing to catch up with the actual cost of surviving in today’s market.

Simply participating in online discussions on platforms like Nairaland does not automatically equate to a formal education, particularly when one lacks a fundamental understanding of financial concepts such as purchasing power.

Some people are still leaving in foolishness.Even though the Nigerian Government implemented an 80% salary boost for junior soldiers, a Private's updated 2026 salary of ₦187,200 yields less than half the purchasing power in USD ($140) compared to the $315 value they took home monthly during the Jonathan era.

The assertion that African leaders should stop appealing and start speaking with sovereign power ignores the fundamental root of the problem,a crippling lack of domestic legitimacy and competence.For many African nations, particularly across sub Saharan Africa, the processes that bring leaders into office are deeply entangled with institutional corruption and political patronage rather than genuine merit. When leadership is built on a foundation of compromised elections and systemic fraud, it fails to earn the domestic mandate required to project real authority on the world stage.A leadership that struggles with transparency, financial mismanagement, and economic dependence at home cannot suddenly command deep respect at a UN summit. You cannot effectively demand global equity when you are financially dependent on the very superpowers you are trying to challenge. Until internal governance is cleaned up and leaders earn their positions through competence and accountability, their speeches abroad will lack the moral high ground and weight needed to be taken seriously by the international community.

What truly matters for Nigeria right now isn’t a front row seat or sitting next to Donald Trump for political optics. Proximity to global leaders doesn't automatically fix domestic challenges. What our nation needs is real economic empathy and actionable policies that directly uplift the Nigerian economy. Even though President Tinubu did not make it to New York for this UNGA session, there is still plenty of time for the administration to focus on what counts. The priority right now should be putting things in order constitutionally to ensure we have a completely free, fair, and transparent election. True international respect is built from the inside out by strengthening our own democratic institutions.

You can't compare Nigeria to London or Dubai those places have stable national economies. Our 30%+ inflation was triggered by aggressive federal shock therapy, not lazy governors. NELFUND means nothing when currency devaluation has crushed local businesses and stripped away mass purchasing power.

Lithiumite:
Did those fx flows grow out of thin air,isn't it nigerians that are generating and driving the market.........there can't be much significant impact on the pocket of your common man if your state gov doesn’t provide good quality and affordable healthcare and education,tinubu already did his with NELFUND and free vocational education and allowances to students.......cancer and kidney centers in the 6 zones of the country to make its treatment more affordable.

You can't feel the impact if your givs don't invest heavily in agric to guarantee food security and making food cheaper......mind u, the govs own the land.

Cheap transportation by enabling CNG and EV stations accessibility in their states,what stops a state from getting 2 or 3 CNG stations per LGA,its even something LGAs can do......this can help ameliorate the high cost of transportation.

Those red buses you see in london are owned by the london city transport and not the uk govt,same applies to many other cities even Emirates is owned by dubai and not the UAE.

These numbers look impressive, but let's be real about what's driving this traffic. High inflation and economic hardship are forcing a massive wave of citizens to relocate abroad for better opportunities. The booming aviation market is heavily fueled by people escaping a tough economy.

Mccullum:
Good development, Nigeria ought to be at number one in Africa, I presume very soon, we will get there.

These numbers look impressive, but let's be real about what's driving this traffic. High inflation and economic hardship are forcing a massive wave of citizens to relocate abroad for better opportunities. The booming aviation market is heavily fueled by people escaping a tough economy.

CBN can celebrate a 20.5% increase in FX supply on paper, but these billions mean nothing to ordinary Nigerians struggling to eat or businesses forcing to lock their gates. You can’t feed a family with a statistical bulletin.
A net inflow of $60.81 billion means nothing when food, fuel, and transport costs are skyrocketing. Worse, FX supply choked from $1.65 billion in April to just $150.10 million in October, making it impossible for local SMEs to plan or survive.
With outflows jumping 27.83%, wealth and multinationals are fleeing. Local factories are shutting down daily due to high interest rates and bad economic ideas. Stop bragging about boardroom stats while the common citizen drowns.

It is completely unnecessary to resort to insults and name calling just because you disagree with a politician's choices. Both Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi are accomplished leaders who have served this country as two term governors and held high profile offices.
Having access to an online forum doesn't give you the right to look down on individuals who have achieved things far beyond your level. Nigeria has moved past this kind of toxic, petty politics. If you cannot support a candidate, you can express your views without using derogatory language against people who have built respectable track records in both public and private life.

Richtaiwo:
Honestly, I now see Kwankwaso as a mindless wicked person. To think this man knows the agulu criminal stands no chance but still playing along. People dey oh.

Peter Obi will likely lead Isha'i prayer today.

While you are entitled to your political opinions, it is important to remember that you speak only as a single citizen with a single vote to cast. Outside of the echo chambers of the Nairaland forum, you possess neither the political machinery, the financial leverage, nor the institutional authority to single handedly determine who will be Nigeria’s next president.The ultimate choice rests collectively with tens of millions of Nigerian voters. The absolute limit of your influence is your ability to weakly persuade those around you. Making absolute, sweeping proclamations online regarding the political destiny of a nation is far above your personal capacity. It would serve you well to speak with a modesty that reflects your actual civic standing.

Richtaiwo:
Peter Obi will never be president of Nigeria

Nigeria produces roughly the same amount of crude oil but failed because it wastefully subsidized foreign imports. Now that the Dangote Refinery and local modules are fully online, Nigeria has the structural capacity to fulfill its own energy demands domestically. By shifting to a production based subsidy model on locally refined crude, Nigeria could easily protect everyday citizens and commercial drivers with cheap baseline quotas while letting luxury consumers pay market rates. If a war-torn nation under total blockades can organize its resources to shield 93 million people, a peaceful Nigeria has absolutely zero excuses.

Manymanymen:
The argument that population and energy demands make fuel subsidies impossible for Nigeria completely falls apart under real data. Iran has a population of over 93 million and battles a massive daily demand of up to 145 million liters of gasoline. Yet, despite a devastating war, crippling sanctions, and local refinery deficits, Iran still uses a structured, tiered system to guarantee its citizens a baseline fuel quota at just 1 to 2 US cents per liter

The argument that population and energy demands make fuel subsidies impossible for Nigeria completely falls apart under real data. Iran has a population of over 93 million and battles a massive daily demand of up to 145 million liters of gasoline. Yet, despite a devastating war, crippling sanctions, and local refinery deficits, Iran still uses a structured, tiered system to guarantee its citizens a baseline fuel quota at just 1 to 2 US cents per liter

HacheNoire:
At some point, I agree with you, but you didn’t bring population and energy demands to the table.

Even under the pressure of war and a crippling economic squeeze, Iran still maintains a robust fuel subsidy regime that keeps its gas prices among the absolute lowest in the world. Right now, their basic subsidized rate sits at less than 3 US cents per liter $0.029. The government recently had to double the price for heavy consumption over 110 liters a month to combat war related shortages, but for standard citizens, the foundational subsidy remains untouched. It shows just how far a resource rich state will go to prioritize domestic energy affordability over market realities.

HacheNoire:
Gradually, we are getting there!

Nothing is impossible if you believe!

By the time dumb Trump is done with the world, we should be at NGN5000/liter.

Even under the pressure of war and a crippling economic squeeze, Iran still maintains a robust fuel subsidy regime that keeps its gas prices among the absolute lowest in the world. Right now, their basic subsidized rate sits at less than 3 US cents per liter $0.029. The government recently had to double the price for heavy consumption over 110 liters a month to combat war related shortages, but for standard citizens, the foundational subsidy remains untouched. It shows just how far a resource rich state will go to prioritize domestic energy affordability over market realities.

AMINDA:
Governments exists to make life easier for their people and not vice versa. Tinubu cannot continue to run a developing country like Nigeria with total and mindless capitalism. Atiku will reintroduce subsidy and bring succour to Nigerians.

Even under the pressure of war and a crippling economic squeeze, Iran still maintains a robust fuel subsidy regime that keeps its gas prices among the absolute lowest in the world. Right now, their basic subsidized rate sits at less than 3 US cents per liter $0.029. The government recently had to double the price for heavy consumption over 110 liters a month to combat war related shortages, but for standard citizens, the foundational subsidy remains untouched. It shows just how far a resource-rich state will go to prioritize domestic energy affordability over market realities.

The argument against restoring the fuel subsidy misdiagnoses how a nation’s natural resources should serve its economy.True economic intelligence means leveraging our domestic wealth to insulate our vulnerable citizens from global market shocks not exposing them to it. Fuel in Nigeria is not a luxury; it is the core infrastructure driving transport, agriculture, and small businesses.Removing the subsidy without functional local refining capacity is just a regressive tax that plunges millions into poverty. The actual fiscal problem was never the relief given to citizens, but rather systemic corruption, crude theft, and the failure to manage state revenues. Fix the leakages, don't starve the masses

HacheNoire:
The problem with whoever composed the gibberish is that, he/she does not know how trade works.

If a US who has massive reserves is having high energy prices, then you ask yourself why they cannot replicate same the writer stated.

I can’t educate unless I will be paid for my services

When you look past the colorful animation and fantastical settings of animated movies, you often find a mirror reflecting our own human experience. Far from being just entertainment for children, animation strips away the complexity of live action filmmaking to focus on raw emotion and archetypal truths. The characters may be animals, toys, or mythical creatures, but their struggles, fears, and triumphs are deeply rooted in reality. consider how these films handle themes like grief, growth, friendship, and identity. A character losing a loved one, facing failure, or learning to let go of control goes through the exact emotional arcs we experience in our own lives.

helinues:
No governor in Nigeria can ever break the record of Obi by allowing Doctors and nurses to go on strike for good 13 years. That's a whole year.

There is nothing like go and verify as it's either fake or exaggerated

Obi refused to be listening to his own nonsense

critique must be anchored in facts. The medical strike in Anambra under Peter Obi lasted 13 months (Feb 2011 – Feb 2012), not 13 years.
The impasse was over the CONMESS salary structure. The doctors demanded 100% implementation, while the state offered 60% due to budget constraints. The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) officially called off the strike in late February 2012 after eventually accepting that 60% salary increase.
During the strike, the state partner-funded mission hospitals to keep care accessible. We can debate the administration's labor policies, but changing months into years ruins a legitimate critique. Let’s stick to verifiable facts.

Naira is so cheap right now! With just one dollar, you can buy thousands of naira.

Characterizing criticisms of a president's absence during national crises as frivolous fundamentally misunderstands both constitutional governance and the symbolic power of the presidency.
First, the argument that communication channels should be used privately instead of making public statements ignores the role of an opposition leader. In a democracy, opposition figures speak out publicly to hold the government accountable to the citizens, not to send private memos behind closed doors.
Second, reducing presidential leadership during tough times to a simple delegation of responsibilities overlooks the immense psychological and administrative value of a leader's physical presence. When a country faces significant challenges, the presence of the Commander in Chief provides national reassurance, boosts public morale, and ensures immediate, high level coordination. While technology allows for remote work, crisis management demands visible, on the ground leadership, not remote governance from abroad.
Attempting to invalidate current critiques by pointing back to the 1999–2007 administration is a classic distraction tactic. The performance of a past administration does not exempt the current administration from accountability regarding how it handles the realities of today. Citizens and political figures have every right to demand full transparency and active presence from their elected leader.

HacheNoire:
We really made big mistakes in the past as a nation!

It is really sad that a Former Vice President can bring up frivolous and baseless accusations against His Excellency, President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR)

Atiku was a former vice president— which we all can now conclude was a great mistake. He is aware of communication channels in government, private or NGO establishment.

If Nigeria is burning as falsely claimed, why not follow the communication channels instead of accusing the president about his presence.

So what use will his presence be when we have a structure where responsibilities ante designated?

It’s more sad and appalling that, in 2026, Atiku still believes in presence. His Excellency, President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) can do anything that is demanded of him to do from anywhere in the world.

Atiku should apologize to Nigerians for cajoling us to support his candidacy with Former President Olusegun Obasanjo.

It’s glaring it was a big mistake!

If a government removes a fuel subsidy, it must subsidize other sectors to prevent citizens from facing extreme financial hardship. Before the subsidy was removed, economic conditions including exchange rates and commodity prices were relatively stable. I challenge those who consider themselves educated to explain what a subsidy truly means, why almost every nation pays them, and why Nigeria specifically should stop doing so.

With all due respect sir, we don't need anything else from you, just only a free and fair election

Subsidies are not a bad thing. Almost every country provides subsidies to its citizens.
The real problem is corruption in how subsidies are managed and allocated.
What the government needs to do is tackle and eliminate that corruption, not eliminate the subsidies.
fix the system, don’t punish the people

Some people lack common sense, even when they claimed that they are educated, what you would check is the value of N4.5 billion to dollar then, and the value of
N16 billion to dollar now. Fools

You tried shah, it's not easy, many Nigerian youths are working hard for this kind opportunity but Whatsapp and Facebook ban no de gree.

Everything go complete by next year

And nobody remembers the Borrex motor anymore.
It’s a tricycle that is built with board 🛹 and bearings . People usually ride it on flat roads or in valleys.
This one is dangerous. If you don’t hold the steering well, you can somersault or get seriously hurt.
And if your clothes get close to the wheels, the wheels can pull them in badly