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Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Let's Talk Entry Level Salaries by markpenk: 9:29pm On Feb 01, 2017
You might want to send in your CV to workforce directly so they'll have it in their database. Even better, lookout for all Workforce recruitment announcements or visit their website at http://www.workforcegroup.com/.

Greedgod:
chai , i ve missed anoda opportunity
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Let's Talk Entry Level Salaries by markpenk: 8:57pm On Feb 01, 2017
That's correct. Looks like Workforce handles all their recruitment now -contract and regular
judith989:
Their recruitment and interview is currently ongoing. Work force recruited for them.
Politics / Re: Reno Omokri Celebrates His 43rd Birthday With His Family (Photos) by markpenk: 11:17am On Jan 24, 2017
Wow, Reno married a beautiful woman. Had no idea his wife was this fine.

A woman who looks like this after three kids and with no make up is gorgeous.

Guys, even if you don't like Reno, theres something to learn from this: marry for where you're going; not where you are right now.

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Properties / Re: Where's The Best Place To Live In Lagos Mainland? by markpenk: 4:31pm On Jan 23, 2017
@jossy26, I'm aware grin. But humour me. Let's say, for the purpose of this discourse, that money wasn't an issue per se.
jossy26:
depends on your pocket, cos all these places you mentioning now if they quote price for you ehn; grin

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Properties / Re: Where's The Best Place To Live In Lagos Mainland? by markpenk: 4:02pm On Jan 23, 2017
Thank you nifemi25. Which of the Magodos? There's phase 1 & 2. I'm wary of phase 2 (Ogudu II) because it's somewhat far from "town". And phase 1 isn't exactly my preference.
nifemi25:
Magodo is the right place for you.

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Properties / Where's The Best Place To Live In Lagos Mainland? by markpenk: 3:33pm On Jan 23, 2017
Ladies and Gentlemen,

I'm thinking of relocating to Lagos, and I'd like some valuable information. I have already narrowed down my areas of interest to just four locales:

1. Ajao Estate
2. Gbagada
3. Surulere
4. Ikeja -not OPIC/Isheri North


I chose these areas because because of their relative centrality (if we could call it that), ease of access -I can easily navigate my way to the Island, Airport etc- and the possibility of getting relatively new homes. Alternative suggestions particularly around those areas are highly welcome. Now my questions are as follows:

Which would you recommend based on the following criteria:

1. Serenity
2. Electricity/Power -looking for relatively stable power o (not 24 hours before una go yab me cheesy grin) that I can supplement with gen/inverter
3. Possibility of securing new or relatively new homes (it doesn't make sense to fork over 5 times the value of what I'm paying where I'm located now for a similar build)
4. Security
5. Accessibility - Tarred, interlocked roads or well graded roads at the very least.
6. No flooding


Also, if you could also recommend specific estates, that would be really helpful.

Please note: I'm a bachelor looking to settle down sometime soon. So, proximity to good schools and all those other family-based decisions aren't a priority right now. Also, I'm not exactly interested in moving to the island for now. I no get strength to battle flooding issues lol.

I'm hoping this thread would also be beneficial to other folks with similar interests. Thank you.

Lalasticlala mynd44 lawyer... please help a brother out. Na beg i dey beg o. I no do shakara grin

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Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Let's Talk Entry Level Salaries by markpenk: 5:02pm On Jan 17, 2017
Okay, youre right. just confirmed from someone I know. Since you're familiar with the system, what's the possibility of transaction trainees and DSEs being converted to full time staff in Sterling? Contract staff in UBA and Zenith are usually converted after 1-3 years if they've got good appraisals. Is this the case in Sterling?
bioduneberry:




I gave the correct figure.


Executive trainees (Entry level Full-time staff) are paid 198k (after tax) monthly with yearly upfront payment, medicals, profit-sharing, leave allowance, 13th month allowance and company shares.

Transaction trainees (contract staff) are paid 71k (take home) monthly. They also get 13th month and leave allowance.


Direct sales executives (contract) (marketers) are paid 40k monthly.
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Let's Talk Entry Level Salaries by markpenk: 3:35pm On Jan 17, 2017
Are you sure about this figure? Know about an ET or something whose pay was just bumped to 150k+, and he was just recently promoted. Also, do you have concrete info about their contract staff? Heard it's around 70k+
bioduneberry:
Sterling bank pays 198k (with other benefits).

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Car Talk / Re: Eleko Motor Race Mourns Pretty Chika Opara by markpenk: 8:21pm On Jan 11, 2017
Damn... I'm really sorry to hear this. May she rest in peace. Was checking her out in IG recently on some car racing enthusiast's TL -in fact I think that's the guy in the pic. I was struck by her inner glow and stunning smile. Damn... Why are the good ones taken so soon?! embarassed embarassed cry cry
hotbullion:
We, the members of the Eleko Motor Racing Family regret to announce the death of one of our vibrant members, Miss Chikadibia Opara.

Chika, words fail us regarding your untimely death after a brief illness but God knows best.

May your gentle soul remain blessed and rest in peace.

Funeral arrangements as written on the picture below.
Autos / Re: Reg 013 Ford Focus For Sale For 2.2m Asking by markpenk: 8:48am On Dec 22, 2016
Nice car... Lovely estate in the background. Happy sales
zizzo:
Fabric interior
Automatic Transmission
Power window, door and seats
AC Working
CD Player
V4 Engine

Contact : zizzo

Phone : 08122098787
Whatsapp : 07060575253
Pin : 2c0dcfc2



Price : 2.2m Asian

Location: Osun state
Travel / Re: How Long From Tincan To Jakande Estate Isolo by markpenk: 11:15pm On Dec 21, 2016
Lol @ hell fire. Hmmm... Why did you say this? I personally haven't been there and know nothing about the route. Is it that bad?

I was only able.to give him that advice based on hearsay. If you have first hand experience or know someone who has, please share your experience. I'd really love to hear it. In fact, I'll be referring him to this thread.

He really needs to make a decision between today and Friday and is leaning towards the Tincan offer because of the better pay. Thanks.

Lalasticlala can you help a brother please?

Lusola15:


if he goes to tincan, he is going to hell fire, that place is a shit hole. i don't care how much they want to pay him
Travel / How Long From Tincan To Jakande Estate Isolo by markpenk: 10:57pm On Dec 21, 2016
Guys, a friend who lives around Ejigbo just got two jobs -one on the island, 2nd at Tincan- and needs information on the traffic situation between tincan, apapa and Jakande estate every evening.

Seeing as the second job is a bank gig and there's the possibility that he would have to regularly close between 7 and 8pm, how long will it take to get home from Tincan.

I told him the traffic can be crazy and it could sometimes take as long as 3-4 hours according to another friend who plies that route daily.

Is this true? Can anyone familiar with the route help with that info? Thanks.
Properties / Re: Whose Responsibility Is It To Empty The Septic Tank? Landlord Or Tenant? by markpenk: 8:08am On Dec 15, 2016
Nope... That would be the tenants' responsibility

nepapole:

The landlord actually stays in the compound but uses a separate tank. With this, is it still the landlord's responsibility?
Properties / Re: Whose Responsibility Is It To Empty The Septic Tank? Landlord Or Tenant? by markpenk: 5:55pm On Dec 14, 2016
Depends... Tenants if the landlord isn't resident in the compound. Both if the landlord lives in the same compound as the tenant.

Many people tend to assume that it's the landlord's duty when the tenants use the septic tank because they feel it's included in their rents.

This is even more so when the house has had previous tenants.

I would imagine that the only scenarios where the landlord would be mandated to empty the septic tank are:

1. When tenants pay service charges
2. New tenant just moved in and the tank is full
3. When there's a written agreement that the landlord will attend to this.
4. For some reason, some landlords simply don't want tenants tampering with the structure in their homes -anyone remember the drum of dollars stashed in a soak away by one of the PDP stalwarts. In this instance, they would elect to clear the tank.

Lalasticlala, please see to this. This has caused a lot of ruckus between tenants and landlords. People should be properly educated about this.


nepapole:
I greet all landlords and tenants in the house. Pls I need your opinion on whose responsibility it is, to empty or sort out the issue of filled up soak away/septic tank.

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Romance / Re: Guy Proposes To Girlfriend While She Was Complaining Of His Absence by markpenk: 12:10pm On Dec 14, 2016
Honestly though, who is the other guy in blue that was grabbing her everywhere, and nearly kissed her while the bf was trying slip the ring on the finger?

Or am I the only person who saw that? It feels weird that he's the one she's hugging and holding and whispering in his ears and nearly kissing when the main guy was "forcing" her hand.

Una sure say this gal no dey "do" that guy? Because the guy just dey touch am for several "high value" places.

He'd better be her brother or a very good gay friend angry

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Investment / Re: MMM Blocks Withdrawal Of Funds For One Month! by markpenk: 10:13am On Dec 13, 2016
Fact! That right there is most likely the ultimate aim of the scheme
progress69:


Lol. No Ponzi scheme will play old tactics of Central account in this century. All they need is proxy accounts created by them and foot soldiers to be matched up with u. Many of those acco have never provided help before and off course u won't know cos the admin controls it and make u see what u should see grin
Investment / Re: MMM Blocks Withdrawal Of Funds For One Month! by markpenk: 10:11am On Dec 13, 2016
Don't forget remittances to Mavrodi/the Russian cartel in the form of royalties for the use of their "franchise"
priceaction:

That is exactly what is happening. I don't want to br deceived that there is no central account. There are main admni team that are behind the website. They can match anyone with another person. What if they create multiple fake gh and randomly make people to pay huge amount into those accounts? No address and anyone to call if it freezes just normal "hope".

I have been telling my friends convincing me to join. You don't know how ponzi scheme works. Then to make the matter worst, many Nigerians are greedy, not trustworthy, i learnt that many uploaded fake tellers and the like.
With the experience i have in online businesses, I have invested in e- publishings as a vendor, affiliates, adsense, fx tradings, article writing and the likes, made many thousands of dollars in them all together for years, I never for once do pyramid schemes for a day. People will not research well and choose wisely, everyone wants quick money. One should know the type of risks you want to take and how they want to take it. If am part of the first set of people that did mmm ,I would have stopped after few months, but since it is not in my character do participate in Ponzi scheme, I have to think twice.
I have called 2 of my friends that wanted me to join this morning. They sound very cold and I even thought they were sleeping, but they were on the road. They sound tired and felt like weeping on phone because one just provided help about 2weeks ago of almost 500k , and he kept increasing his pH in other to get massive ghgh and waiting for his turn until this happen. Also the other one refused to tell me how much is stuck. I hope all will be well with them because this can cause major Health issues in the long run as an seeing this. Ponzi scheme for me? Never

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Investment / Re: MMM Blocks Withdrawal Of Funds For One Month! by markpenk: 10:08am On Dec 13, 2016
I hope not too, but it's likely that's what's happening. And if it is, it makes complete sense as the founder of the Nigerian MMM will remit a certain percentage to Mavrodi himself as royalty or payment for using his "franchise"... If that's the case, it would be pretty brilliant.

Please don't hate me folks, I'm just thinking here.
epistleNow:


That there is a script, hopefully not played out.

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Webmasters / Re: Factors That Can Affect Your Ranking Position On Google - Climaxbox by markpenk: 9:11am On Dec 13, 2016
Use sitemap generators. Just plug in the URL and it'll provide you with a nice list if your URLs usually in XML format
daamazing:
how does one generate the sitemaps and add them to a blog? and your first point that 'iaea' is it the site name


thanks
Investment / Re: MMM Blocks Withdrawal Of Funds For One Month! by markpenk: 8:56am On Dec 13, 2016
Unless a significant number of those GHing are actually pseudo identities created by the company itself and tied to a few ACCTS around the country thus making it easy for them to cash in big time. undecided. Same thing applies to those using bitcoins.

Just thinking out loud, didn't mean to alarm anyone.

epistleNow:
Please enlighten me if I ain't getting it.

Since MMM doesn't have a central account, those that run it can't run away with anyone money.

It's just that some people wouldn't get paid cause those to pay and all are being told to pause for now.

So MMM faithful shouldn't panic and cause a crash.


Views from an Observer and not a Participant

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Science/Technology / Re: How Efficient Are Solar Electricity Power Systems? by markpenk: 8:01am On Dec 13, 2016
Thank you for this information. That was quite eye opening.

SolnergyPower:
Hope the plans below address your concerns to some extent.

*The various plans*

a. *850VA- 950VA System* ( _1KVA Inverter_)

1. 1KVA, 12V Pure Sine Wave Solar Inverter.

2. 2 x 100AH Premium Deep Cycle Battery.

3. 3 x 150W Mono-crystalline Solar Panel.

4. 12V 30A Charge Controller

LOAD
Sufficient to power a 1 bedroom home for at least 18 hours a day.

Enough energy to power all basic loads in the home including Lights, Fan, Television
and Gadgets.

b. *2kW System* ( _2.5KVA Inverter_)

1. 2.5KVA, 24V Pure Sine Wave Solar Inverter.

2. 2 x 200AH Premium Deep Cycle Batteries.

3. 4 x 250W Mono-crystalline Solar Panels.

4. 24V 30A Charge Controller.

*LOAD*:
Sufficient to power a 2 bedroom home for at least 18 hours a day.

Enough energy to power all basic loads in the home including Lights, Fan, Fridge/Freezer, Television
and Gadgets.

c. *3kW System* ( _3.75KVA Inverter_).

1. 3.75KVA, 48V Pure Sine Wave Solar Inverter.

2. 4 x 200AH Premium Deep Cycle Batteries.

3. 8 x 250W Mono-crystalline Solar Panels.

4. 48V, 50A Charge Controller.

*LOAD*:
Sufficient to power a 3 bedroom home for 24 hours a day.

Enough energy to power all basic loads in the home including one Fridge/Freezer, Water Pumping
Machine and Pressing Iron, Lights, Fans, Television and Gadgets.

d. *4kW System* ( _5KVA Inverter_)

1. 5KVA, 48V Pure Sine Wave Solar Inverter.

2. 4 x 200AH Premium Deep Cycle Batteries.

3. 8 x 250W Mono-crystalline Solar Panels.

4. 48V, 50A Charge Controller.

*LOAD*:
Sufficient to power the basic needs of a 4 bedroom home for up to 24 hours.

Enough energy to power all household loads including a Water Pumping
Machine and Pressing Iron and 1HP AC.

Please you may require more information to inform a decision on the plans above.

You can talk to me or your installer.


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Science/Technology / Re: How Efficient Are Solar Electricity Power Systems? by markpenk: 11:10pm On Dec 12, 2016
This is very informative. Thank you

SolnergyPower:
From experience, the so called inefficiency happens when any or a combination of the below holds.

1. Load-Battery Ratio
The battery bank comprises of your batteries and each battery has a specified backup time. Some appliances like AC, water pumping machine drains the batteries faster than TV, fridge, lighting point.

You'll certainly have a loss of backup time if the load-battery ratio isn't properly matched.

2. Inverter size
Each inverter has its own maximum specified load. While proposing an inverter, the load should be at about 50% of the size of the inverter.

3. Bad or Weak or Refurbished Battery
There are a lot of refurbished batteries in the market. If you are sold a refurbished one, you won't draw up to 40% from the battery.

One or more bad batteries in a battery bank can affect the outcome of the system.

4. Load Separation
If an inverter isn't meant to power the whole house, the load of the house should be properly separated such that the inverter carries only what is meant for it.

5. Installation
The installer should be well grounded in some basic knowledge of the products he's installing. Also he should properly calculate the load in regards to the battery bank and advise the client on the estimated time of discharge.

6. Clients abuse.
Some clients strain their batteries and inverter. You can't use an electric pressing iron in a 1.5KVA inverter, it'll damage it. Clients behave very funny and more often than not, they don't own up to the installer.



Science/Technology / Re: How Efficient Are Solar Electricity Power Systems? by markpenk: 11:04pm On Dec 12, 2016
Can you post something here -an estimate using certain scenarios- so everyone can benefit? That way, you'll show your expertise and prove that you actually know your stuff. That's how you get more business. Education before asking for the sale

WinkWrld:
Solar system works absolutely very well. You may hear people say it dosent work effectively.
This is because the installers arent professionals. Its not just to put panels and inverters.. wrong!
Solar panels are clean energy which require complete investigation before adopting. For example, a 3bedroom apartment consumption will vary with individuals. There is no rough estimate. I cannot remember when i last bought Phcn token or fuel in my generator. I solar up already. Call me on 08077433710 for any enquiry or for installation
Science/Technology / Re: How Efficient Are Solar Electricity Power Systems? by markpenk: 10:58pm On Dec 12, 2016
Nope, not gonna happen. Post the answers here on the public forum so everyone can benefit.

kingphilip:
can you contact me with the number on my signature?? Whatsapp precisely and you'd get answers at no cost

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Science/Technology / Re: How Efficient Are Solar Electricity Power Systems? by markpenk: 10:57pm On Dec 12, 2016
Thank you for this. But, if you're using pressing iron, won't there be a similar surge demand? I've actually seen a couple of.people using solar with just two Ac's though, so don't think that should be an issue. What do you think?
starpower:


Forget AC and water pumping there surge current and local wiring capacity might not be suItable.

1 fridge
1 tv 32-52 inches( medium backlight)
Lighting( LED LIGHTS BEST OPTION)
FAN 3PCS.

3.5KVA inverter with 4pcs 200Ah battery
Budget a million plus.
I have been using solar the smart way since 2012.
No nepa but all my clothes are in ironed.
My productivity also improved at night.
Science/Technology / Re: How Efficient Are Solar Electricity Power Systems? by markpenk: 10:54pm On Dec 12, 2016
Thanks man. That was very helpful
NoMoreTrolling:


make those 3 acs, one horsepower, inverter type acs (meaning they have VF6Ds for compressor control)

don't put a regular ac on ur inverter, unless of course you have a big inverter that can handle the HUGE initial current draw from regular acs, which sometimes is up to 10 times running current.

with that in mind, ur installation would be expensive but not too bad.
Science/Technology / Re: How Efficient Are Solar Electricity Power Systems? by markpenk: 9:14pm On Dec 12, 2016
Can anyone who is familiar with solar generated electricity educate us with the following:

-Initial costs e.g. for a 2 bedroom flat with 3 ACs, double door fridge, TV, Fans, lighting et.c.
-Continuous running costs -i'm assuming they'll need maintenance
-The practicality of using one for years and years
Career / Re: Hop In; Lets Share The Challenges We Face Getting Transportation To Work by markpenk: 7:58am On Dec 11, 2016
Not really. I can speak for Ibadan. That place is amazing. Home to work in less than 30 minutes.

Easy pace of.life. Traffic jams that last no more than 15 minutes, and if you're not mobile, you can either charter a taxi for 1k-1.5k an hour, or take a bike to anywhere.

Cheaper cost of living... Bottom line, IB has less stress and more ease.

I don't think I've met a lag transplant in IB who wanted to go back to Lag, particularly when they have a good job.

IB may not be on the same level as lag, but you sure will have your fun. And if you get too bored, which shouldn't happen seeing as there are quite a few attractions, you can easily drive to lag, hang for a few days, and head back to IB when you need your sanity back.

MsDelilah:


That's the one I won't do o... trek. I be Moses?


Lagos is stressful biko. Is it like this in other states? undecided

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Travel / Re: Traffic Situation Along The Lagos-ibadan Expressway And Alternative Routes by markpenk: 10:18pm On Dec 08, 2016
The programs should end on sat/sun.
dayleke:


Please do you know when it's gonna end?
Travel / Traffic Situation Along The Lagos-ibadan Expressway And Alternative Routes by markpenk: 12:45pm On Dec 07, 2016
In view of the ongoing holy ghost congress at the redemption camp and shiloh 2016, I feel we should have a thread that monitors the traffic situation and possible alternative routes so people don't get stuck in the usual traffic jam that lasts for hours on that route during these week-long events.

Can we have frequent updates and even images from Nairalanders who have just passed or are passing the route presently, as well alternative routes for people leaving and coming into Lag?

I'd suggest all posters use the following format:

Time (when you passed the route):
Lane (are you coming into or going out of lag):
Date:
Traffic situation:
Images if possible:


Can we get the ball rolling, please
Politics / Is The Oyo State Govt Now Allowing The Indiscriminate Dumping Of Refuse? by markpenk: 7:44am On Dec 03, 2016
I have recently noticed that the stretch of median strip/central reservation (the space between the roads) along the ojoo-iwo road expressway has been turned into a refuse dump.

Those areas lended some beauty and sanity to the city of Ibadan. Has the Oyo state govt decided to turn it into a landfill?

Does anyone have an idea of why the govt is doing allowing this? Surely, this is a backward step and one that's unhealthy for the residents of the city.

To the best of my knowledge, other cities are trying to eliminate their unsightly refuse dumps. Why is Oyo state going in the wrong direction? Can someone please tell Gov. Ajimobi that this is definitively anti-growth and paints the city/state in a bad light?

Anyone care to comment?

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