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Politics / Re: 10 Most Corrupt Countries In The World, Number 1 Will Shock You!! by Mbeki: 10:34am On Aug 12, 2015
FYB:

I wander oo

Shocker number 1. America is number
Shocker number 2. Most of them have similar religion!
Politics / 10 Most Corrupt Countries In The World, Number 1 Will Shock You!! by Mbeki: 10:06am On Aug 12, 2015
10. Eritrea

Corruption score: 18
Power structure: Single-Party Presidential Democracy



Eritrea is a new entrant onto the list this year, having vaulted from number 25 to number 10 in 2014. Many people may have never even heard of Eritrea, let alone be aware of the corruption issues the country faces. Eritrea is located in Africa, bordering the Red Sea directly across from Saudi Arabia, bordering Djibouti to the south and Sudan to the north. Eritrea is a small and relatively poor country, with a GDP of only $3.44 billion, and a population of 6.3 million.

The situation in Eritrea is clearly in flux. After years of relative self-imposed isolation, Eritrea has begun opening its borders to foreign business and investment, along with privatizing state-owned assets. That has allowed for some government officials, and others in power, to take advantage of their positions for personal profit. With undeveloped legal, economic, and political framework, the country has had a lot of trouble finding a stable foothold in the international community.
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Until Eritrea can sort out its internal problems, it’s likely that the country’s numerous issues will continue. Due to rule by a single party — despite being a democracy — a suitable minority party that can successfully challenge for power is likely what is needed. The economy is expected to continue to stagnate, and the prospect of war in the region spilling over into the country’s borders are also concerns for foreign investors.

9. Libya

Corruption score: 18
Power structure: Transitional


Few nations have experienced as much turmoil over the past few years as Libya. The country’s government saw its downfall during a mass uprising and protest, which ultimately led to protestors parading around with the body of former president Muammar Gaddafi on the streets. The country’s fall was a part of the ‘Arab Spring’, which also saw mass protests in Syria, Egypt and Bahrain, among others.

Now, Libya is still embroiled in turmoil. No formal government has taken root, and fighting between rebels and those loyal to the old administration is still taking place. Due to the high levels of uncertainty, the country’s GDP contracted 9.4 percent during 2013, according to The World Bank. The power vacuum has left open a great opportunity for arms dealers and corrupt military higher-ups to take charge and make profits by pitting citizens against each other.

Libya currently operates under a transitional government, and both its administrative and judicial systems are vulnerable to a wide variety of outside interference. It’s economy is almost entirely based on energy, which supplies 95 percent of export earnings and 80 percent of the nation’s GDP, per the CIA. Until a new, permanent government can be established, Libya will most likely remain a hotbed of political and economic instability.

8. Uzbekistan

Corruption score: 18
Power structure: Republic


One of the lesser-traveled nations in the world, Uzbekistan finds itself as one of the world’s messiest countries. From an economic standpoint, things appear to be going alright with 8% growth in GDP during 2013. In fact, information from The World Bank indicates the economy of Uzbekistan has remained more or less the same through the financial crisis which has crippled systems in Europe and North America.

The nation’s government is set up as a republic with an authoritative presidential figure in Islam Karimov. The vast majority of the country’s power resides within the executive branch, making it ripe for corruption. Karimov has been president since Uzbekistan actually became a country after the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991, winning three straight terms of between five and seven years. Like many other Middle-Eastern authority figures, he has apparently not grown tired of ruling the country.

Much of the Uzbek economy relies on agriculture for subsistence, as the entire country is landlocked and experiences a very dry climate. Many multinational corporations have experienced run-ins with the country’s government, having been accused of not following local laws and customs. That hasn’t stopped the administration from trying to attract more business, however, through tax incentives and sometimes even bribery.

7. Turkmenistan

Corruption score: 17
Power structure: Presidential Democracy/Authoritarian

Turkmenistan resides in a dangerous neighborhood, to say the least. Bordered by Iran, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan to the north, the country lies in a virtual hotbed of corrupt states. With the constant turmoil all over the Middle East, it’s been very easy for the country to fall into corrupt affairs, especially concentrated at the top from the authoritarian presidential figure, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow.

The CIA’s file says that Turkmenistan likes to describe itself as a secular democracy and presidential republic, while in practice, its government more closely resembles an authoritarian dictatorship. The country itself was founded as a result of the Soviet Union’s collapse, as so many others in the region, and the resulting power struggle has left the nation highly corrupt and vulnerable to tomfoolery.

Also like many other countries in its region, Turkmenistan’s economy is largely based on agriculture and energy. The country is fortunate to have vast reserves of crude oil and natural gas to supplement the economy, although they are controlled by the government. Misuse of the state’s revenues have driven many investors away and led to high levels of corruption.

6. Iraq

Corruption score: 16
Power structure: Federal Parliamentary Constitutional Republic (ostensibly)

Many people may be surprised that Iraq isn’t higher on the list of the world’s most corrupt countries, but its certainly up there. It’s no secret the current state of affairs in Iraq is a total mess. After the second American invasion in 15 years, the pullout of U.S. forces has left Iraq a virtual power vacuum, with several different sects fighting for power over the embattled nation. Fighting is mostly concentrated between the Kurds, the Shiites and the Sunnis, but the arrival of ISIS from Syria has added additional issues.

The CIA lists Iraq’s government as a parliamentary democracy, but the legitimacy of the government is definitely up for debate. And there’s definitely little debate as to whether or not corruption has taken hold in the country, as Iraq’s vast wealth and natural resources have made it a target for all kinds of industry and war profiteers.

Iraq has actually seen some economic growth as the country rebuilds itself, but there is also a lot of outside interference from American and European contracting companies, hired to rebuild infrastructure and tap into the country’s oil reserves. The future of Iraq is probably as uncertain as any country in the world. It’s very possible that the nation will dissolve and turn into three distinct countries, as it was before Europeans entered the fray in the early 20th century. As for now, incredible instability — along with the arrival of ISIL (or ISIS) from the north — will keep the country in a state of flux.

5. South Sudan

Corruption score: 15
Power structure: Republic




One of the world’s youngest countries, South Sudan officially declared independence in 2011, following long-standing conflicts with its parent country, Sudan, which gained its independence in 1956. Between the mid-1950s and now, conflicts in the region have resulted in the deaths of as many as 2.5 million people, or so the CIA contends. South Sudan now stands as an independent republic, composed of 10 states.

A nation still in its infancy, South Sudan does not have the traditional long-standing government structures in place that many others do. This has led to ripe opportunities for corrupt politicians to step in, and as a result, the country has remained mostly undeveloped, and its citizens participate in a largely subsistence-based economic system. One other issue is the lack of a sense of nationhood among the 200 or so ethnic groups occupying the country.

According to The World Bank, the vast majority of South Sudan’s GDP — around 80% — is derived from oil exports. This has been a major problem, as international oil companies have been able to take advantage of the nation’s weak governmental structures and regulatory policies, turning huge profits at the expense of the citizens. In fact, 85% of the country’s workforce is engaged in non-paid labor. More than half live below the poverty line as well.

4. Afghanistan

Corruption score: 12
Power structure: Islamic Republic


Afghanistan has an incredibly difficult history to try and condense. The area has been inhabited for a very long time — and its geographic location has also put it in the middle of many conflicts over hundreds, if not thousands of years. There’s a reason the country has been stuck with the nickname ‘the graveyard of empires’, as it is incredibly difficult to not only conquer, but to keep under control.

The country has been loosely held together by a central government that largely lacks power, and has been carved up by a myriad of local tribal leaders and warlords, as we’ve seen first-hand with the Taliban and Al-Qaeda. The country’s now-former president Hamid Karzai was notoriously corrupt — he’s been recently busted for taking bagfuls of money from the American military, among other things. Afghanistan is also home to an enormous amount of the world’s heroin production, which has brought lots of wealth to a lucky few.

The country’s economy has remained in a state of flux for some time now, although the fall of the Taliban has helped — as has a flood of international aid. But it still faces major issues going forward. As the CIA puts it, “Criminality, insecurity, weak governance, lack of infrastructure, and the Afghan Government’s difficulty in extending rule of law to all parts of the country pose challenges to future economic growth.”

3. Sudan

Corruption score: 11
Power structure: Federal Republic


Sudanese wave national flags as they gather outside the Defence Ministry in the capital Khartoum - Source: Ashraf Shazly/AFP/Getty Images

Sudanese wave national flags as they gather outside the Defence Ministry in the capital Khartoum – Source: Ashraf Shazly/AFP/Getty Images

One country that has been wrapped thoroughly in the grasp of war for many years is the African nation of Sudan. Long-standing conflicts between competing factions and ethnic groups have destabilized the country’s ability to efficiently operate from an economic standpoint, and the result has been devastating to many of the country’s citizens. South Sudan has also recently broken-off from the rest of the country, taking with it vast oil reserves. CNN reports that Sudan’s GDP was expected to contract by a fair amount due to South Sudan’s departure.

The country’s government is listed as a federal republic, which is ruled by the National Congress Party, according to the CIA. The NCP came to power after a coup d’etat in 1989, and has not been able to successfully repair the nation’s issues. As a result of the prolonged instability, Sudan’s GDP has tanked since spiking in 2006, much of which has to do with the situation in South Sudan.

64.5% of Sudan’s citizens live under the poverty line, by The World Bank’s calculations. The nation’s GDP stands at $66.55 billion as well. Both of these statistics would likely see improvement if not for some of the draconian and growth-inhibiting policies of the NCP. Also, if Sudan can find a way to rid itself of some of its corrupt officials, many violent conflicts could possibly see resolution as well.

Tie – 1. North Korea

Corruption score: 8
Power structure: Dictatorship


The world’s biggest wildcard is North Korea. There is little doubt in anyone’s mind that the country is immensely corrupt, having been effectively run into the ground over the past half-century by Kim Jong Sun, Kim Jong Il and now Kim Jung Un, all of whom the country’s citizens affectionately have referred to as ‘Supreme Leader’. The CIA lists North Korea’s government as a ‘communist state one-man dictatorship’, with an estimated GDP of $28 billion as of 2009.

Notorious for having very little electricity and sending its citizens to prison camps, North Korea’s government and economy are effectively shrouded in mystery. While it does receive aid from countries like China, North Korea obviously has had problems producing enough fuel and food to properly care for its citizens. Military spending far outweighs spending on social programs and aid, mostly to put on appearances for the rest of the world in their famous outbursts of saber-rattling, and to keep citizens in line.

The country’s major issues can be traced back to a number of natural disasters and the collapse of the Soviet Union, as the land, people and equipment have all been ‘worn out’ over the years, according to a CNN report. With little hope for change in the near future, North Korea is destined to remain one of the planet’s most corrupt and destitute nations.

Tie – 1. Somalia

Corruption score: 8
Power structure: Almost none; “in the process of building a federal parliamentary republic” – CIA



Somalia may just be the most unstable country on the entire planet. The country has become infamous in the United States as being the setting for the Blackhawk Down incident, as well as the country’s pirates who are known to take over passing ships in the Gulf of Aden and Indian Ocean. The country is barely held together by an incredibly loose central government, and is more accurately being run by a number of competing clans and warlords, creating lots of hostility and division.

Life in Somalia is notoriously tough. On the economic front, many people make a living from raising livestock or farming, and others from fishing. Of course, with things remaining such a mess at the top of the power structure, any long-term planning for social programs and infrastructure is difficult. According to The World Bank, only 29% of the country’s population has been enrolled in school, and life expectancy is only 55 years. Both of these numbers rank well-below most other countries, and provide some insight into the internal strife the country is experiencing.

Beyond these things, information on the inner workings of Somalia’s government and its economic system are scarce. That alone is rather telling, as corrupt officials may not want outsiders seeing the true picture of what’s going on inside the country’s borders.

Honorable Mention: The United States

Corruption score: 74
Power structure: Democratic Republic


There has to be an honorable mention for the United States, which many people figure has to be the most corrupt nation on Earth. The fact is, the U.S. does have a great deal of corruption in many forms, like lobbying, bribery, gerrymandering, and bought elections. But according to the corruption index, the U.S. pales in comparison to countries in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.

The economic system of the U.S. — although often portrayed as ‘free-market’ — does not quite live up to that description, in many cases. A quick look at the telecom or energy industry shows that many monopolistic forces are at play, and big money oftentimes can get laws rewritten to preserve power and influence. Pressure from big business and labor groups is a major factor in why America is the only major world power without a nationalized healthcare system, and why there has been enormous growth in inequality, particularly as of late.

There are definitely many issues the United States needs to work out — from the financial system to elections — but with the status quo firmly set in place, there isn’t much indication that citizens should expect big-time change in the near-term.

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Read more: http://www.cheatsheet.com/business/7-most-corrupt-countries.html/?a=viewall#ixzz3iabgFxKC
Culture / Re: A Thread Dedicated To Orisa Nla (obatala). by Mbeki: 8:21pm On Aug 08, 2015
Romance / Re: I Caught My Fiance With His Boss!.. by Mbeki: 5:47am On Jul 28, 2015
Go and sleep! is the d!ck going to disappear after the act? the boss is the LovePeddler, a thief. Your man still belong to you after the show!
Wait oh! who knows am not wasting my 4G LTE data connection on some cooked up story!
Religion / Re: Stunning Images Of African Orisha Deities You've Never Heard Of Before by Mbeki: 10:21am On Jul 18, 2015
and the list goes on and on!
Religion / Re: Stunning Images Of African Orisha Deities You've Never Heard Of Before by Mbeki: 6:21pm On Jul 15, 2015
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Religion / Re: Stunning Images Of African Orisha Deities You've Never Heard Of Before by Mbeki: 6:20pm On Jul 15, 2015
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Religion / Re: Stunning Images Of African Orisha Deities You've Never Heard Of Before by Mbeki: 6:19pm On Jul 15, 2015
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Religion / Re: Stunning Images Of African Orisha Deities You've Never Heard Of Before by Mbeki: 6:19pm On Jul 15, 2015
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Religion / END TIME!!! Pastor Jailed In America For Refusing To Wed Gay Couple by Mbeki: 6:13pm On Jul 15, 2015
A 56-year-old pastor, Paul Horner, has been jailed in the United States for allegedly refusing to join a gay couple despite the legalization of gay marriage across the nation.

Horner of the Christian Proctor Church in Vermont, was given a sentence of one-year jail term in the federal prison.

Handing down the sentence, Honorable Myron Danus said, “Religious freedom goes both ways, Mr. Horner.

“It is not your place to deny individuals the same rights that everyone else has, rights that were passed down and agreed upon in a court of law, the ultimate court, the Supreme Court.

“It is not your decision whether or not you agree with the law but more importantly that you follow it and enforce it.”

Speaking to journalists after the court session, Horner’s lawyer said, “We are currently disputing the guilty verdict and I am confident my client will be a free man here shortly,” said attorney Tom Downey.

“Horner was just using his best judgement according to his rights and religious freedom in this country.”

Investigators discovered that Horner’s church is registered with the state as a “religious corporation” which is only entitled to joining “one-man-one-woman marriages as defined by the Holy Bible.”

City officials are of the view that the church authorities must comply with state and federal regulations since it is also registered as a for-profit business.
Religion / Stunning Images Of African Orisha Deities You've Never Heard Of Before by Mbeki: 5:15pm On Jul 04, 2015
Photographer James C. Lewis went out on a creative limb to re-imagine ancient African Yoruba dieties- the Orisha, using striking models, expert photography, and inventive photo editing techniques. While the true essence of the Orisha is likely poorly understood by most people in the modern world in comparison to their ancient and rich roots in African culture, Lewis creates a stunning visual world that is sure to spark the imagination.

As a culture we are quite use to the artistic treatment of religious, spiritual, and mythical entities from Greek ancestral lore, various world religions, and other cultural heroes, yet rarely is the fascinating world of the Orisha the topic of discussion. These images are gorgeous, shocking, and of course an artists interpretation, but hopefully they get your wheels turning in regards to the power, complexity, and richness of Yoruba spiritual symbology and life:

http://www.ewao.com/a/1-photographer-creates-stunning-images-of-african-orisha-deities-youve-never-heard-of-before

Politics / PHOTO: President Buhari Rearing Cattle by Mbeki: 6:10pm On Jun 21, 2015
Now our President attend to his cows! Who said there is no job in this country? I bet the cows will grow fatter now!

Jobs/Vacancies / Re: They Require A Third Class Graduate. What Could Be The Reason? by Mbeki: 8:23am On Jun 11, 2015
My friend a third class graduate earns 450K working in an NGO, travels all round the world and live wella. There is nothing like a third class graduates, we only have third class teachers, lecturers and parents. Everybody is very good at something. In this part of the world, we emphasize too much on paper qualification thereby killing God given talents and gifts. What did Tuface graduate with? Mark Zukerberg, Bill Gates, Dangote, Tinubu. But study hard all the same.
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: They Require A Third Class Graduate. What Could Be The Reason? by Mbeki: 8:22am On Jun 11, 2015
"African Education system has surprising outcomes. The smartest students pass with 1st Class and get admissions to medical and engineering schools. They work as researchers for Oil companies, Financial Institutions or politicians. The 2nd Class students get MBAs and LLB’s to manage the First Class students. The 3rd Class students enter politics, and rule both 1st and 2nd Class students and decide for them. The Failures join the army and control politicians who, if they are not happy with, they kick or kill them. Best of all.....
those who did not attend any school, become prophets, and everybody follows them."

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Politics / Re: Pic:David Mark's Home Vs. A Police Station In Otukpo(Mark's Hometown) by Mbeki: 5:32pm On Jun 05, 2015
He's suffering from dementia, the way and manner he and his fellow sinators okayed sex at 11 years speaks volumes!
Politics / Re: See The Only Governor Who’s Not Leaving Any Debt For His Successor by Mbeki: 11:35am On May 13, 2015
This is great other governors are like this man!

Politics / Re: Doyin Okupe Dragged To Court Over N34million by Mbeki: 10:31am On May 13, 2015
Like seriously?

Education / Re: Here Is The List Of The Most Expensive Universities In Nigeria. by Mbeki: 12:16am On Dec 31, 2014
thexzy:
Abeg, I won ask, their Certificate is it made of Gold
i tire oh. Dem no fit open person brain put book inside na.
Politics / 2015 Elections: Inec Releases List Of Presidential Candidates by Mbeki: 11:52pm On Dec 29, 2014
2015 ELECTIONS: INEC RELEASES LIST OF PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Saturday released the list of the presidential candidates to run in the 2015 elections.
They are:
Tunde Anifowoshe-Kelani (M) (Action Alliance)
Comrade Paul Ishaka Ofomile (M) (AA)
Ganiyu Galadima (M) (Allied Congress Party of Nigeria)
Balarabe Ahmed (M) (ACPN)
Rafiu Salau (M) (Alliance for Democracy)
Clinton Cliff Akuchie (M) (AD)
Nani Ibrahim Ahmad (M) (African Democratic Congress)
Obianuju Murphy-Uzohue (F) (ADC)
Muhammadu Buhari (M) (All Progressives Congress)
Yemi Osinbajo (M) (APC)
Comfort Oluremi Sonaiya (F) (Kowa Party)
Saidu Bobboi (M) (Kowa Party)
Ambrose Albert (M) (Hope Democratic Party)
Haruna Shaba (M) (HDP)
Martin Onovo (M) (National Conscience Party)
Ibrahim Mohammed (M) (NCP)
Goodluck Jonathan (M) (Peoples Democratic Party)
Namadi Sambo (M) (PDP)
Godson Okoye (M) (United Democratic Party)
Haruna Adamu (M) (UDP)
Chekwas Okorie (M) (United Progressive Party)
Bello Umar (M) (UPP)
..............
INEC's deadline for the submission of names was December 25 and the commision provided this list in line with the provisions of the Electoral Act; saying the grounds for qualification are as specified in Sections 65′ 106, 131 and 177 of the 1999 Constitution.
The electoral commission said Nigerians are free to screen the particulars and raise issues if they think any candidate should be disqualified.
Education / Re: Here Is The List Of The Most Expensive Universities In Nigeria. by Mbeki: 7:58pm On Dec 29, 2014
braintext:
which course do they offer and which certificate will they give... I hope it will give you a job immediately

Na only google fit answer u that question oh!
Education / Re: Here Is The List Of The Most Expensive Universities In Nigeria. by Mbeki: 7:54pm On Dec 29, 2014
Princecalm:
And none of them have been able to provide this country with a reliable president.

The oldest is just about 15 years ago, they are still too young to produce a president.

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Education / Re: Here Is The List Of The Most Expensive Universities In Nigeria. by Mbeki: 7:53pm On Dec 29, 2014
Establishment Trend of Private Universities

As at today, there are fifty (50) approved private universities operating in Nigeria. These are:


1.
Igbinedion University , Okada
10th May, 1999
2.
Babcock University , Ilishan Remo
10th May, 1999
3.
Madonna University , Okija
10th May, 1999
4.
Bowen University , Iwo
31st July, 2001
5.
Covenant University , Ota
12th February, 2002
6.
Pan-African University , Lagos
12th February, 2002
7.
Benson Idahosa University,
12th February, 2002
8.
American University of Nigeria , Yola
28th May, 2003
9.
Ajayi Crowther University , Oyo
7th January, 2005
10.
Al-Hikmah University , Ilorin
7th January, 2005
11.
Bingham University , New Karu
7th January, 2005
12.
Caritas University , Enugu
7th January, 2005
13.
CETEP City University , Yaba, Lagos
7th January, 2005
14.
Katsina University , Katsina
7th January, 2005
15.
Redeemer’s University, Mowe
7th January, 2005
16.
City University , Ibadan
9th June, 2005
17.
Bells University of Technology, Badagry
9th June, 2005
19.
Wukari Jubilee University , Wukari
9th June, 2005
20.
Crescent University , Abeokuta
9th June, 2005
21.
Novena University , Ogume
9th June, 2005
22.
Renaissance University , Enugu
9th June, 2005
23.
University of Mkar , Mkar
9th June, 2005
24.
Joseph Ayo Babalola University , Ikeji-Arakeji
March 2006
26.
Fountain University , Osogbo
17th May, 2007
27.
Obong University , Obong Ntak
17th May, 2007
28.
Salem University , Lokoja
17th May, 2007
29.
Tansian University , Oba, Anambra State
17th May, 2007
30.
Veritas University , Abuja
17th May, 2007
31.
Wesley Univ. of Science & Tech, Ondo
17th May, 2007
32.
Western Delta Univ., Oghara, Delta State
17th May, 2007
33.
Achievers University , Owo, Ondo State
11th December, 2007
34.
African Univ. of Science &Technology, Abuja
11th December, 2007
35.
Afe Babalola University,Ado Ekiti
3rd Novemebr,2009
36.
Rhema University,Obeama-Asa, Rivers State
3rd November, 2009
37.
Nigerian –Turkish Nile International University, Abuja
3rd November, 2009
38.
Oduduwa University, Ipetumoda-Osun State
3rd November, 2009
39.
Wellspring University,Evboubanosa,Edo Sate
3rd November, 2009
40.
Paul University, Awka-Anambra State
3rd November, 2009
41.
Godfrey Okoye University, Enugu State
3rd November, 2009
42.
Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State
7th March, 2011
43.
Baze University, Abuja
7th March, 2011
44.
Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Kwara State
7th March, 2011
45.
Samuel Adegboyega University, Ogwa, Edo State
7th March, 2011
46.
Evangel University, Akaeze, Ebonyi State
22nd February, 2012
47.
Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin, Ondo State
22nd February, 2012
48.
Gregory University, Uturu, Abia State
22nd February, 2012
49.
Mcpherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ajebo, Ogun State
22nd February, 2012
50.
Southwestern University, Oku Owa, Ogun State
22nd February, 2012

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Education / Here Is The List Of The Most Expensive Universities In Nigeria. by Mbeki: 7:41pm On Dec 29, 2014
LIST OF THE MOST EXPENSIVE UNIVERSITIES IN NIGERIA


Here is the list of the most expensive Universities in Nigeria.

1) BABCOCK UNIVERSITY
This is a private Christian co-educational university owned and operated by the Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Nigeria. The university was established as the Adventist College of West Africa (ACWA) in 1957. Their school fee ranges from N620,000 to N3 million. In Babcock University, your meal and hostel defines your fee. It offers two and three daily meal services. And for accommodation, there are three to seven students in a room. When it comes to accommodation, it depends on your choice. Either it is regular (7 in a room), premium (4 in a room) or classic (3 or 2 in a room). Here is a breakdown of Babcock school fees: Medicine: N3 million, Law: N2 million, Accounting: N1.5 million, Nursing: N1 million, other faculties: N860,000 – N620,000.

2) AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA (AUN)
AUN is the first Nigerian university with American structure and curriculum. It is in north eastern Nigeria, Yola, capital of Adamawa State. At ABTI, students pay as much as N1,378,500 to receive quality education. Parents, however, pay in dollars. For tuition: $6,600 (N990,000), meals: $1,900 (285,000), four in a room: $500 (N75,000), private room: $1,900 – N285,000). In total, it amounts to N1,378,500 per annum. Accommodation and feeding are taken care by the school.

3) AFE BABALOLA UNIVERSITY
Afe Babalola University is a private higher institution in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State. It was established in 2009 by Nigeria’s foremost lawyer and legal icon, Chief Afe Babalola (SAN). The fee covers tuition, development levy, ICT, ID card, medical, sports, PTCF levy, course registration, caution fee and accommodation which is either four per room or two per room. Here is a breakdown of their school fees: For Engineering: N925,000 (4 beds) and N1,075,000 (2 beds). Health Science: N725,000 (4 beds) and N875,000 (2 beds) Sciences: N675,000 (4 beds) and N825,000 (2 beds) Social Management Science: N675,000 (4 beds) and N825,000 (2 beds) The fee ranges from N675,000 to N1,075,000 annually. There is no provision for feeding.

4) IGBINEDION UNIVERSITY
The university came into existence following the presentation of certificate of approval on May 16, 1999. Thus, it became the first licensed private university in Nigeria. The tuition ranges from N540,000 to N820,000 without feeding. For Medicine, Pharmacy, Law and Engineering, they pay a tuition of N610,000, accommodation: N100,000 and other facilities: N110,000.

5) BOWEN UNIVERSITY It is owned and operated by the Nigerian Baptist Convention, at Iwo in Osun State and opened November 4, 2002. The tuition fee ranges from N500,000 to N750,000 per annum. The university is only responsible for accommodation and tuition. Students are made to buy their food from the cafeteria.

6) CRAWFORD UNIVERSITY
Crawford University is a private Christian institution in Igbesa, Nigeria. It was established in 2005. The school provides accommodation for students but does not provide feeding. Parents only pay for tuition, accommodation and some additional charges. The school fee ranges from N400,000 to N600,000.

7) REDEEMER’S UNIVERSITY
Redeemer’s University is a Christian school located in Redemption City, Ogun State, Nigeria. It was opened in 2005. At Redeemers, Natural Science pays N605,000, Management Sciences; N575,000 and Humanities pays N545,000. All this fees are paid without feeding but tuition and accommodation. We can see that the fees range from N500,000 to N650,000 per annum.

Other Institutions with high fee are:

cool Lead City University: ₦550,500

9) Caleb University: ₦505,000

10) Ajayi Crowder University: ₦500,000

11) Benson Idahosa: ₦500,000

12) Joseph Ayo Babalola University: ₦436,000

13) Covenant University: ₦432,000

14) Achievers University, Owo: ₦420, 000

15) Novena University: ₦400,000

16) Adeleke University,Ede: 350,000.00

17) Rhema University: ₦325,000

18) Lagos State University: Between N240,000 and N345,000

19) Obong University Nigeria: ₦190,000

20) Oduduwa University: ₦164,000

21) Osun State University– Between ₦130500 and 160,500

COMMENTARY by Femi Osinusi, Moyosore Solarin and Yinka Olukoya of the Nigerian Tribune

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Culture / How Does A Homeless Man Spend Money? by Mbeki: 7:38am On Dec 24, 2014
How does a homeless man spend money? Josh Paler Lin wanted to find out, so after handing a random homeless man $100 in cash, he followed him.

You seriously won’t believe this…


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AUBTAdI7zuY

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Fashion / Re: 17 Year Old Queen Onyemaechi Is Nigeria's Next Supermodel 2014 [pictures} by Mbeki: 1:57pm On Dec 16, 2014
She no fine, how this one take make front page sef?
Politics / Re: BREAKING NEWS: Bomb Blast Students At Assembly Ground by Mbeki: 12:45pm On Nov 10, 2014
This guys are getting more supporters, we better get serious

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tuE6qNkSkc4
Politics / Re: Why Boko Haram Fight And Some Recommendations For Quelling Their Insurgency. by Mbeki: 12:44pm On Nov 10, 2014
This guys are taking over, we better get serious

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tuE6qNkSkc4
Politics / Re: Boko Haram Releases New Video On Captured Towns, Shekau Seen Preaching To Locals by Mbeki: 12:40pm On Nov 10, 2014
BOKO HARAM from these video has made real their threat to create a caliphate in the North. If these young generations are supporting and sympathetic to Boko Haram, their ideology,philosophy and government, then, even when they are crushed by the government if ever, we still have a big problem at hand in Nigeria. It's a matter of time before they take over the whole country.

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Politics / Re: Boko Haram Releases New Video On Captured Towns, Shekau Seen Preaching To Locals by Mbeki: 12:37pm On Nov 10, 2014
Sports / Re: Nigeria Vs Germany (0 - 1): FIFA U-20 Women WC Final On 8th August 2014 by Mbeki: 1:25am On Aug 25, 2014
the offside is not true oh!
Health / Re: Medical: Why You Should Take Igbo (marijuana) by Mbeki: 11:21am On Jan 09, 2014
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cyclones: I think u shud recommend it to ur whole family member.
Of course ! dont u think u need it to put ur life in a straight course instead of like a cyclone?
Health / Medical: Why You Should Take Igbo (marijuana) by Mbeki: 8:40am On Jan 09, 2014
By Anne Harding
WebMD Feature Reviewed by Arefa Cassoobhoy, MD, MPH
More states are passing laws that allow people to use medical marijuana. So what does it treat, and who can and should use it?

Pain is the main reason people ask for a prescription, says Barth Wilsey, MD, a pain medicine specialist at the University of California Davis Medical Center. It could be from headaches, a disease like cancer, or a long-term condition, like glaucoma or nerve pain.

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If you live in a state where medical marijuana is legal and your doctor thinks it would help, you’ll get a “marijuana card.” You will be put on a list that allows you to buy marijuana from an authorized seller, called a dispensary.

Doctors also may prescribe medical marijuana to treat:

Muscle spasms caused by multiple sclerosis
Nausea from cancer chemotherapy
Poor appetite and weight loss caused by chronic illness, such as HIV, or nerve pain
Seizure disorders
Crohn's disease
The FDA has also approved THC, a key ingredient in marijuana, to treat nausea and improve appetite. It's available by prescription Marinol (dronabinol) and Cesamet (nabilone).


How Does It Work?

Your body already makes marijuana-like chemicals that affect pain, inflammation, and many other processes. Marijuana can sometimes help those natural chemicals work better, says Laura Borgelt, PharmD, of the University of Colorado.

How Is It Used?

Medical marijuana may be:

Smoked
Vaporized (heated until active ingredients are released, but no smoke is formed)
Eaten (usually in the form of cookies or candy)
Taken as a liquid extract
Side Effects

Side effects of marijuana that usually don’t last long can include:

Dizziness
Drowsiness
Short-term memory loss
Euphoria
More serious side effects include severe anxiety and psychosis.

Risks and Limits

Medical marijuana is not monitored like FDA-approved medicines. When using it, you don’t know its potential to cause cancer, its purity, potency, or side effects.

Only people who have a card from a doctor should use medical marijuana. Doctors will not prescribe medical marijuana to anyone under 18. Others who should not use it:

People with heart disease
Pregnant women
People with a history of psychosis

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