Politics › Re: Nigeria Has Two Governments: One Collects Tax, The Other Ransom - Isaac Fayose by MarketDispatch: 7:36am On Jun 10 |
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Health › Re: Tinubu Sets Up Ebola Task Force, Approves ₦10 Billion For Emergency Preparedness by MarketDispatch: 7:33am On Jun 10 |
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Travel Ads › Re: We Can Take Care Of Your Errands by MarketDispatch: 6:39am On Jun 10 |
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Celebrities › Re: My Acting Career And Nollywood Roles Affected My Marriage — Bambam Reveals by MarketDispatch: 11:16pm On Jun 09 |
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However, she insisted that her acting career was her passion and that no one should dictate the roles she chooses. The disagreement eventually created a deep divide between them, leaving both parties with no option but to go their separate ways.
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Lalasticlala Ishilove MissyB3 Well ...since she insisted on disobeying her husband, the streets will welcome her. |
Crime › Re: ‘Repentant’ Bandits Kill Eight Soldiers In Kaduna Ambush by MarketDispatch: 10:59pm On Jun 09 |
tesseract: The delusional army continues to endanger the lives of gallant Nigerian soldiers by keeping these terrorists and bandits alive. A leopard can never change its spots but NA thinks otherwise. RIP to the soldiers, your bosses failed you. Why is the National security adviser not condemning all these killings by bandits |
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Politics › Re: Hypocrisy: Document Shows That Peter Obi Budgeted State Money For His Wife (pic) by MarketDispatch: 12:53pm On Jun 09 |
AsomughaChuks02: You may have probably heard Peter Obi say that the office of first lady is illegal and that he will scrap it if he wins and takes office. Well, evidence shows that when Peter Obi was Anambra governor, he maintained that office and funded his wife's lavish lifestyle with state funds. Talk about hypocrisy.
This is the 2009 Anambra state budget for the office of Governor. See the office of first lady attached to it.
Note that Obi was governor from 2006 to 2014. The image is an AI generated scam. Why did we not see it in 2023 |
Politics › Re: Nigeria Needs Military Reserve Force To Tackle Insecurity, Ex-army Officer Says by MarketDispatch: 12:45pm On Jun 09 |
EmmaSeun12: By Our Correspondent
A retired military officer and security expert, Captain Oyeleke Folajuwon Oluwole (Rtd.), has called for the establishment of a military reserve force in Nigeria, describing it as a strategic necessity for addressing the country's growing security challenges.
Oluwole, a United States-trained security professional and former U.S. Army combat veteran, said Nigeria's current security architecture lacked the manpower required to effectively confront terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, oil theft, piracy, communal conflicts and other emerging threats.
In an article titled "Nigeria Needs a Military Reserve Force: A Missing Link in National Security," the retired officer argued that the Armed Forces of Nigeria had performed creditably under difficult circumstances but remained overstretched due to multiple internal security operations across the country.
According to him, the nation's active-duty military personnel alone cannot provide the manpower depth required to simultaneously respond to numerous security threats in a country with a population exceeding 230 million.
He noted that many countries, including the United States, Israel, the United Kingdom and India, operate military reserve systems that serve as force multipliers during conflicts, emergencies and natural disasters.
"Nigeria should adopt a similar approach. A military reserve force would allow the country to expand its available manpower without incurring the enormous costs associated with maintaining a significantly larger standing military," he said. Oluwole explained that reservists could continue their civilian careers while undergoing periodic military training and remaining available for mobilisation during emergencies.
He added that the proposed reserve force would enable Nigeria to harness the expertise of professionals such as doctors, engineers, pilots, cybersecurity specialists, intelligence analysts, logistics experts and telecommunications professionals for national security purposes. The retired officer also argued that the reserve system would prove useful during natural disasters, humanitarian crises and other emergencies requiring rapid government intervention.
He said the initiative could support disaster management agencies, assist in evacuation and relief operations, protect critical infrastructure and reinforce security operations during periods of heightened threat. Oluwole further maintained that a reserve force would provide an alternative platform for patriotic Nigerians who wish to serve the country but are unable to pursue full-time military careers.
According to him, the arrangement would strengthen civic responsibility, patriotism and national cohesion by allowing citizens from different backgrounds to participate directly in national defence.
He suggested that reserve components could be established within the Nigerian Army, Navy and Air Force, with retired military personnel serving as immediate-response reservists while trained civilians and specialists form a broader operational reserve.
The security expert also said the proposed reserve force would complement ongoing discussions on state policing and other security reforms by providing additional manpower and resilience during national emergencies.
"As Nigeria rethinks its security framework and searches for innovative solutions to evolving threats, the creation of a military reserve force should no longer be viewed as an option. It should be regarded as a strategic necessity," he stated.
Oluwole also paid tribute to serving military personnel, commending their sacrifices and urging them to maintain professionalism, discipline, accountability and respect for the rule of law while adapting to evolving security threats. He stressed that the future of Nigeria's security would require stronger collaboration among the military, intelligence agencies, law enforcement bodies, local communities and emerging security institutions.
The retired officer concluded that while history would remember victories against terrorism and criminality, it would also judge the country's ability to build stronger institutions and leave behind a sustainable security framework for future generations. Professionalism is what matters most. If professionalism keeps diminishing with every change in government where Junior ranking officers are chosen as chiefs thus retiring active senior officers in one fell swoop, it won't matter whether we have Military reserves or not. Have you ever seen Israel, US, UK choose Junior ranking officers to become Military chief thereby retiring senior officers with wealth of Military and combat experience? |
Foreign Affairs › Re: Why Did Isreal Go For Air Defense Sites? by MarketDispatch: 12:32pm On Jun 09 |
cl0r0x: Seems something else is cooking. During the last war, isreal started by taking out air defenses and what followed was a defenseless Iran.
Yesterday the Isrealis has an opportunity and instead of going much more important targets, they destroyed air defences. Something might be cooking. If it is you what will you destroy first? Won't you destroy something that will harm you first? |
Politics › Re: 2027: I’ll Be Surprised If Peter Obi Performs As He Did In 2023 – Mohammed-Baba by MarketDispatch: 12:29pm On Jun 09 |
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Politics › Re: How Abacha Kissed The World A Final Bye by MarketDispatch: 11:24am On Jun 09 |
This was back in the days when Army used to deal with terrorists and finish them off. Back in the days when someone can travel from Porttharcourt to maiduguri without fear of anyone. Back in the days when Army was Army. Nowadays bandits and terrorists are over running Army barracks, cutting Army officers heads, and showcasing the uniforms and weapons they collected from Army on social media. |
Politics › Re: Insecurity, Hardship May Stop Tinubu’s Re-Election – Dalung by MarketDispatch: 10:58am On Jun 09 |
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Business › Re: Shuttlers Hits 10 Million Trips, Now Live On Google Maps by MarketDispatch: 10:27am On Jun 09 |
Nice one...solving staff bus problems |
Politics › Re: It's Time To Tighten Our Border And Document Illegal Foreigners by MarketDispatch: 9:27am On Jun 09 |
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Politics › Re: Tinubu Swears In New Ministers For Power, State For Foreign Affairs by MarketDispatch: 8:02am On Jun 09 |
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Politics › Re: Beware, Obi, Supporters Destroyed Labour Party, Abure Cautions Dickson by MarketDispatch: 4:46am On Jun 09 |
chopnaira: NEWS RELEASE FROM THE LABOUR PARTY
Beware, Obi, Supporters Destroyed Labour Party, Abure Cautions Dickson
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Nlfpmod Lamidi Apapa destroyed Labour party. Why is the Chairman not talking about him |
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Crime › Re: Mowe Attack Isolated Criminal Act, Not Bandit Operation — Police by MarketDispatch: 10:52pm On Jun 08 |
Yemmytt: ABEOKUTA. The Ogun State Police Command has dismissed speculations that the recent attack on a private dredging site in Magbon Etido, Mowe, was carried out by bandits, describing the incident as an isolated criminal act.
The Command's spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, disclosed this in a statement on Monday, saying preliminary investigations had not established any link between the attack and banditry activities in the state.
According to him, the incident resulted in the death of a soldier who was on security duty at the facility, while another soldier sustained injuries and is currently receiving medical treatment.
Babaseyi stated that following the report of the attack, police operatives, working in collaboration with the military, swiftly deployed to the area and commenced coordinated operations aimed at tracking down and arresting those responsible.
He noted that investigations and tactical operations were ongoing, adding that security agencies were intensifying efforts to ensure the perpetrators were brought to justice.
The police spokesman assured residents that the situation had been brought under control, stressing that security presence in the area had been reinforced and that there was no cause for alarm. From this report, the perpetrators have not been arrested, yet Police is saying no cause for alarm? How is that possible |
Politics › Re: Leadership Needs Harshness, If You Want To Be Nice, Go Sell Ice Cream - Shettima by MarketDispatch: 10:36pm On Jun 08 |
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Politics › Re: Prepare For 2027. Items You Must Carry With You. by MarketDispatch: 9:12pm On Jun 08 |
Kanwulia: 2. A small bag with some food, water, snacks and toiletries. Enough for 3 DAYS.✅
Tooth brush A MUST!😂 How does a small bag of food pursue thugs that want to chase every body away and carry ballot box like they did in 2023? |
Politics › Re: Osun Amotekun Deployed To Guard Adeleke's Brother's Power Plant In Ondo – APC by MarketDispatch: 8:49pm On Jun 08 |
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Education › Re: Rachael Alamu Speaks In New Video, Reveals What The Bandits Want by MarketDispatch: 8:41pm On Jun 08 |
Prestar: https:tatus/2064003441056256123 Where is the Police team that rescued the Ministers sister...can't they do the same thing here to rescue these people since all these days so that they can write that their fantastic write up about how they executed the rescue operations |
Politics › Re: Islamic ISWAP Celebrates Eid Al-adha In The North East (Photos) by MarketDispatch: 5:02pm On Jun 08 |
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Crime › Re: Bandits Kidnap 50 Zamfara Elders On Reconciliation Mission by MarketDispatch: 4:51pm On Jun 08 |
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Family › Re: Lady Left Stunned After Seeing Old Photos Of Her Father As A Young Man. by MarketDispatch: 4:44pm On Jun 08 |
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Politics › Re: “Stop Killing Our Children” – BringBackOurChildren Protest In Toronto Canada by MarketDispatch: 9:52am On Jun 08 |
givedemwotowoto: https:/originalproflle/status/2063713084779151729 By now, the Nigerian Police should have swiftly tracked the location of these criminals that kidnapped the school children and their teachers just as they did that of the Ministers sister and children |
Romance › Re: During My First Year In The UK I Lived In A Large Shard Apartment With Six Other by MarketDispatch: 9:14am On Jun 08 |
Very apt....that mindset is based in UK |
Foreign Affairs › Re: Iran Launches Missile Attack On Israel by MarketDispatch: 8:38am On Jun 08 |
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Travel › Re: Update On The Benin-sapele Road by MarketDispatch: 7:36am On Jun 08 |
joelbooks: UPDATE ON THE BENIN-SAPELE ROAD
You cannot watch this and say President Tinubu isn’t solving real issues facing the common man.
https741420112855471 Good road developments . The real issue facing the common man is jobs that make them meet their daily needs and expenses. That is why you will always hear Donald Trump talk about millions of Jobs created and Jobs for the American people |
Politics › Re: Why Unnecessarily Hike Transport Fare In Lagos On Mondays? by MarketDispatch: 5:55am On Jun 08 |
ikorodureporta: Lagos state government needs to have a transportation law to address the unnecessary hiking of tfare...
Imagine, from CMS to Ajah was #2,500 and the roads were free Even those going to Lekki on other days now pay 1,000 with those going to Ajah..
If you want take a boat from this end to Lekki, it's N4,5000
The government is not concerned because it has become their business ventures..
How much are people earning to be spending that much... This is why people sleep at their workplaces these days Is there fixed price of vehicle service spare parts in the market? |
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Family › Re: Suitors Now Prefer Our Maids To Our Daughters For Marriage by MarketDispatch: 3:32am On Jun 08 |
Good one...maid cooks for husband, wash for husband, cleans the house for husband, arranges house for husband, goes to the market for husband, whilst wife is just to seat down, press phone and browse Instagram. Husband will soon promote maid and demote wife |