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 Foreign Affairs › Re: UK PM, Keir Starmer Bans Social Media For Under-16s by Meerahbel: 9:14am On Jun 15 |
Yes, this is a good move. Thank you as we need similar thing here in Nigeria. Today’s children are growing up in a world where social media is present almost everywhere they turn. While technology offers many benefits, constant online exposure can place pressure on young people before they are emotionally ready to handle it. From harmful content and cyberbullying to unrealistic comparisons and addictive algorithms, the risks are becoming harder to ignore. Childhood should be a time for learning, exploring, building real-world friendships, and developing confidence away from the constant scrutiny of social media. By restricting access for those under 16, we are giving young people more time to mature, strengthen their wellbeing, and develop the skills they need before entering the online world. This is about putting children first. It is about protecting their mental health, supporting their development, and ensuring that technology serves young people rather than shaping every aspect of their lives. We owe our children the chance to grow up with the freedom, security, and balance that every childhood deserves. 38 Likes |
| Career › Re: What’s The One Thing You Learnt On A Job That School Never Taught You? by Meerahbel(op): 9:08am On Jun 15 |
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| Business › Re: Why Do Nigerians Wait Until They Have Millions Before Thinking About Land? by Meerahbel: 8:52am On Jun 15 |
TheStoriesOfMan:Is there still land in Obomkpa? |
| Crime › Re: Gunmen Kidnap Adeniyi Adelana, Shoot Wife In Palace Ondo Place Attack by Meerahbel: 5:40pm On Jun 14 |
HacheNoire:Unconfirmed reports from statisense days as at 2025 over 34bn was made in kidnapping in Nigeria. 1 Like |
| Crime › Re: Gunmen Kidnap Adeniyi Adelana, Shoot Wife In Palace Ondo Place Attack by Meerahbel: 5:37pm On Jun 14 |
Amovingman:is th insecurities in Nigeria also fake news. 2 Likes 1 Share |
| Travel › Re: UK–Based Nigerian In Tears Over Challenges Of Being A Nigerian Abroad (Video) by Meerahbel: 8:18pm On Jun 04 |
Yorubastardz:My brother! Then no send you for UK. Everyone na mind your business. 1 Like |
| Celebrities › Re: Why I Can’t Commit To One Woman – Flavour (Video) by Meerahbel: 3:37pm On Jun 04 |
Gbadugbakun:it called simps in today's modern world. |
| Career › Re: Do Not Let Solqeff Manage Your Company's People Resources! by Meerahbel: 4:03pm On Jun 03 |
This is worrisome honestly. matrixme: 1 Like |
| Business › Re: Why Do Nigerians Wait Until They Have Millions Before Thinking About Land? by Meerahbel: 3:40pm On Jun 03 |
TheStoriesOfMan:Baba forget it, it's what's the FG and State governments would be doing irrespective of who's the next governor. There's one already in Ugbolu after Asaba, the next place is Ukala. currently you can get a plot for N10m naira in Ugbolu even neighboring two Akwuku-Igbo a plot is going for N5m and a friend bought an acre (8plots) 6 yrs ago for N4.5m. |
| Business › Re: Why Do Nigerians Wait Until They Have Millions Before Thinking About Land? by Meerahbel: 10:34am On Jun 03 |
It's in remote areas you would see land less than 500k. Currently in Delta State Oshimili North in Ukala to be precise, land is going for less than 100k but I tell you something, there's a dry sea port currently on the table of the Delta State Government and Ukala would be the dry sea port. People don't know this yet. 7 Likes |
| Culture › Re: French Language Learners.........get IN HERE! by Meerahbel: 10:15am On Jun 03 |
Y a-t-il des francophones parmi nous ? Veuillez l'indiquer avec un emoji. |
| Investment › Re: Nigerian Stock Exchange Market Pick Alerts by Meerahbel: 12:04pm On Jun 01 |
*The Come-back Story of Sir Demola Aladekomo, the Founder of Chams* Nigerian Business Owner Demola Shares How God of Ebenezer Came Through for His Business, Chams, When It Was on the Verge of Closing Down. Let’s read: The BVN was born at the exact moment Chams was about to die. By 2013, I had quietly accepted that my company Chams might not survive. No cash, no leverage, no clear way forward. In my room, I prayed quietly, said, “Ebenezer,” thanked God for the journey, and went to the office ready to tell my four CEOs it was over. While I waited for them, one of my CEOs walked in holding a newspaper. The CBN had published a KYC tender. He looked at me and said, “We have to bid.” Something shifted. I called my secretary and said, “Cancel the meeting immediately .” We were running on fumes and low funds, but we submitted the bid. Three teams worked on it independently, and two failed the evaluation. The third made the shortlist. The next stage was in Brazil. Chams barely had any money left, yet we raised just enough to send two of our CEOs, with roughly a $1,000 travel budget, to defend a bid that would decide the future of the company. That was not confidence. That was desperation handed to God of Ebenezer. Then the doors began to close. The Bankers Committee had already leaned toward another bidder. I moved from meeting to meeting, leaving everyone empty-handed. At that point, I was lost. Then came the miracle. The then CBN Governor reviewed the committee’s position and said he was not at peace with it. He ordered a fresh review, and we were back in the room. On the day of the final defense, one influential banker pulled me aside and said, “Demola, forget this job. In any other job, I will support you. But this one, forget it.” On the defense day, one consortium faltered, and another team struggled under questioning. Chams stood firm. We answered everything. With faith in God, grace prevailed. Chams won and got the BVN job. Then came execution. Alongside the CBN, NIBSS, Dermalog, and 22 commercial banks, we trained over 10,000 bank staff and deployed BVN systems across more than 6,000 branches in all 36 states and the FCT, within six months. Today, virtually every Nigerian bank account is connected to a BVN because Chams made it possible. The morning that the BVN system was born, I had already said goodbye to the company. Sometimes the story closest to ending is the one closest to changing everything. End. Sir Demola Aladekomo the narrator of this beautiful story is the founder and chairman of Chams. For proper context, Chams is a profitable company and last year, the company made 17.48 billion ($12.61 million) in revenue with a profit of 605.58 million ($436,753). The company Chams is in the business of ICT and data center operations, and AI infrastructure. They also manage remittances, e-payment processing, and financial switching. Their biggest business revenue driver is ATM cards, which they locally produce for banks, and SIM cards for Nigerian telcos. God is real. Don’t allow anyone to tell you otherwise. Keep holding him tight and believing him to change your life and destiny. He will do it. I promise you my friend. 7 Likes |
| Investment › Re: Buying Land Or Keeping The Money In Bank by Meerahbel: 11:45am On May 31 |
I think you should go for it provided you have a cash flow that help you build in the land or use it for business. All the best Onkoolos: 2 Likes |
| Investment › Re: Buying Land Or Keeping The Money In Bank by Meerahbel: 12:05am On May 31 |
Investment-wise, I'd ask a few questions before deciding, but based on the numbers alone: ₦545,000 generating ₦7,000/month means about ₦84,000 per year, roughly 15.4% annual return. That's not a terrible return for money sitting relatively safely in a bank. For the land to beat that investment, the land would need to appreciate by more than about ₦84,000 per year (plus cover any costs, documentation, transport, fencing, etc.). The bigger issue is that not all land is an investment. In many parts of Ogun State, people buy land and it sits for 5–10 years with little demand. Meanwhile, some areas around Mowe, Ofada, Shimawa, and the Lagos expansion corridor have appreciated significantly because development moved there. So the real question is: 1. Is the land genuine? (Survey, title, excision/gazette/C of O status, family ownership issues, etc.) 2. Is there actual development around it? 3. Can you afford to leave the money untouched for several years? 4. Do you have an emergency fund separate from this ₦545k? If ₦545k is all your savings, I would be cautious about locking everything into land. Land is not liquid. If an emergency comes up next month, you can't sell one corner of the plot to pay hospital bills. Now for the roasting part: "I know I'm not too smart." My brother, the people who are not smart are the ones who buy land because the seller said: "Sir, Lagos is moving here." Then Lagos refuses to move there for 12 years. You're actually asking the right question: "What is the opportunity cost of taking my money out of an income-generating asset?" Most people don't even think that far. My practical approach would be: If the land is in a genuinely developing area and the title checks out, land could outperform the bank return over 5–10 years. If this is your entire savings, don't empty your account unless you have another emergency buffer. If possible, keep some cash reserve and use only part of your savings for the land. One thing I'd like to know: Is the ₦7k monthly return guaranteed interest from the bank, or is it from a fixed deposit/investment product? And what's the exact price and size of the land? Those details would make the comparison much more concrete. 20 Likes 2 Shares |
| Investment › Re: Nigerian Stock Exchange Market Pick Alerts by Meerahbel: 12:39pm On May 26 |
presiade:Let them come, have you seen that many Pastor are speaking up, its a clear indication that tithes, donatioand offering are not meeting expectations. FACTS! 5 Likes |
| Business › Re: Dangote Faces Price War As NNPC Backs Fuel Imports by Meerahbel: 12:37pm On May 26 |
NNPC’s response reflects a deeper fear within Nigeria’s oil sector — that allowing one refinery to dominate fuel supply could create a monopoly with too much influence over pricing and distribution. According to the company, Dangote refinery products are already sold at prices that fluctuate based on market conditions and commercial interests. NNPC argues that if imports are restricted and only one major supplier controls the market, Nigerians could face higher fuel prices, supply disruptions, and reduced competition. The national oil company also insists that refining petrol alone is not enough to guarantee national energy security. It says nationwide fuel supply depends on storage, transportation, logistics, strategic reserves, and distribution networks across the country. In its view, relying heavily on a single refinery could become risky if there is any operational shutdown or production issue. On the other hand, Dangote refinery believes continued fuel importation undermines local refining investments and discourages domestic production despite billions invested in Nigeria. The refinery argues that it now has the capacity to meet a significant portion of local demand and deserves stronger regulatory protection. Oil marketers and retail outlet owners appear to side with NNPC on the issue of competition. They argue that keeping multiple supply channels open helps prevent price manipulation, scarcity, and market dominance by any single player. At the heart of the dispute is a larger national debate: Should Nigeria protect local refining by limiting imports, or should it maintain an open market with multiple suppliers to encourage competition and stabilize prices? The court’s decision could shape the future structure of Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector for years to come. 2 Likes |
| Investment › Re: Nigerian Stock Exchange Market Pick Alerts by Meerahbel: 12:35pm On May 26 |
Offering and tithes are going down hence the reason to speak up at this time. megawealth01: 7 Likes |
| Jobs/Vacancies › Re: Vacancies by Meerahbel 1.0 by Meerahbel(op): 11:56am On May 26 |
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| Investment › Re: Nigerian Stock Exchange Market Pick Alerts by Meerahbel: 9:13am On May 26 |
Streetinvestor2:Fortis Global Insurance |
| Christianity Etc › Re: Reconnecting With Faith: Sharing Your Story by Meerahbel(op): 8:58am On May 24 |
Rhymesy:What lifestyle? Are you living for people or yourself? |
| Christianity Etc › Re: Reconnecting With Faith: Sharing Your Story by Meerahbel(op): 8:53am On May 24 |
PattersonHR:Peterson share your experience as you could help someone change their mind. |
| Christianity Etc › Reconnecting With Faith: Sharing Your Story by Meerahbel(op): 8:50am On May 24 |
Reconnecting with Faith: Sharing Your Story Reconnecting with Faith: Sharing Your Story 1 Like 1 Share |
| Politics › Re: Tinubu: Fuel Subsidy, FX Cabals Behind Nigeria’s Security Crisis by Meerahbel: 6:28pm On May 21 |
They called it “The Drift.” Nobody noticed it at first because insecurity in northern Nigeria had become background noise in the headlines. Bandit attacks, kidnappings, clashes — every week there was another story. People argued over politics, poverty, religion, borders, corruption. But according to the theory, all of that was camouflage. The real target was never the North. It was Lagos. The conspiracy claimed that chaos in the North served three hidden purposes: 1. Drain attention Keep the military, media, and public emotionally locked onto the northern crisis while the economic heart of the country quietly became vulnerable. 2. Trigger migration pressure As insecurity spread, millions would gradually move southward searching for safety and opportunity. Lagos — already overcrowded — would absorb the pressure until housing, transport, water, and electricity systems became impossible to manage. 3. Control the engine The theorists called Lagos “the switchboard.” Ports. Banks. Tech startups. Oil money. Media houses. Internet cables. Entertainment. According to the story, whoever destabilized Lagos wouldn’t need to conquer Nigeria militarily; they could choke the country economically. The theory became darker from there. It claimed powerful interests understood something ordinary people didn’t: a city doesn’t collapse from bombs first. It collapses from exhaustion. Traffic gets worse. Food prices rise. Rent explodes. Trust disappears. People become angry at each other instead of the system. The conspiracy believers pointed to strange patterns: 1. why major investment kept concentrating in Lagos despite warnings, 2. why infrastructure always seemed one step behind population growth, 3. why panic narratives spread online so quickly whenever tension rose in the city. They even gave the operation a name: “The Southern Squeeze.” According to the myth, the North was never meant to be “won.” It was meant to become a permanent emergency zone — a distraction heavy enough to keep everyone looking away while pressure slowly built around Lagos like steam inside a sealed container. And the final stage? Not invasion. Economic paralysis. Because if Lagos stops moving for even three days, the whole country feels it. That was the theory, anyway — whispered in barbershops, danfo buses, late-night podcasts, and anonymous Twitter threads with blurry maps and dramatic music in the background. 1 Like |
| Career › Re: Should My Cousin Quit For Her Remote Job? by Meerahbel: 6:22pm On May 21 |
SpencerForbes:Check mjblinks thread as she can also join her WhatsApp channel. |
| Investment › Re: Nigerian Stock Exchange Market Pick Alerts by Meerahbel: 6:20pm On May 21 |
ogawisdom:Rumors has it that II and PP would get it at half the the price or possibly at a discount. |
| Investment › Re: Nigerian Stock Exchange Market Pick Alerts by Meerahbel: 6:17pm On May 21 |
Streetinvestor2:That's what it will be $100m from Otes and SA pencom came visiting to see if they can also participate. |
| Investment › Re: Nigerian Stock Exchange Market Pick Alerts by Meerahbel: 6:14pm On May 21 |
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| Career › Re: Should My Cousin Quit For Her Remote Job? by Meerahbel: 6:07pm On May 21 |
Your concern makes sense. Based on the numbers alone, the current setup is financially and mentally draining, and it’s not unusual for fresh graduates in Lagos to end up trapped in jobs that technically “pay” but are economically unsustainable after transport and stress. A few things stand out immediately: ₦100k salary minus roughly ₦65k transport means the job is effectively paying about ₦35k before food, airtime, clothing, healthcare, emergencies, etc. She already crossed into survival mode if she was sleeping in a changing room to cope. The hidden cost is not just money — it’s time, exhaustion, and opportunity cost. The biggest red flag is that the physical job is now threatening the remote job, which may actually be the more scalable path. From a practical standpoint, this physical job only makes sense if at least one of these is true: 1. It offers strong long-term career leverage (elite brand name, rare training, powerful networking). 2. There is a clear salary review very soon. 3. Accommodation or transport support is coming. 4. The experience directly unlocks future opportunities she cannot get elsewhere. If none of those exist, then she is basically subsidizing the company with her health and time. What I would not advise is an emotional “storm out tomorrow” resignation without structure. But I also would not encourage enduring this setup for many more months hoping things magically improve. A more balanced approach could look like this: Option 1 — Best if the remote job already pays reliably If the remote work is: - consistent, - growing, - skill-based, - and has realistic earning potential, then she should strongly consider transitioning out of the physical job intentionally within a short timeline. Not because “remote is easier,” but because: - zero transport cost, - more usable hours, - lower burnout, - and skill compounding often produce better outcomes than low-paying Lagos commute-heavy roles. Even earning the same ₦100k remotely can be far more valuable than earning ₦100k physically in Lekki/Ikoyi traffic. Option 2 — Don’t resign immediately; create a 30–60 day exit plan This is probably the safest route. She can: - aggressively stabilize the remote income, - save a small emergency buffer, - update CV/LinkedIn/portfolio, - apply for hybrid or remote entry-level roles, - and then leave once there’s clearer footing. That prevents desperation and reduces family pressure. Another important angle: fresh graduates often underestimate burnout The “just endure for experience” mindset can backfire badly in Lagos. A job that: 1. consumes 12–15 hours daily including commute, 2. leaves no room for learning, 3. destroys side income, 4. and creates chronic fatigue 5. can actually slow down a young person’s career growth instead of helping it. A first job should ideally build: - skills, - network, - confidence, - savings, - or future opportunities. Right now this one seems to be eroding all five. One thing I’d advise her to evaluate carefully The quality of the remote opportunity matters. Questions she should ask: A. Is the remote job stable or random gigs? B. Is she learning a high-income skill? C. Can the income realistically grow in 6–12 months? D. Does she have clients/employer who value her? E. Can she survive if there’s a bad month? If the answer to most is “yes,” then preserving that remote path is probably smarter than protecting a physically draining ₦100k role. What I’d personally consider reasonable If after transport a job leaves a graduate unable to: feed properly,save anything,rest adequately, or maintain other opportunities, then it’s usually not sustainable long term unless there is massive future upside attached. And sleeping in a changing room just to make employment possible is already a sign the economics of the role are broken. So my overall view: Don’t resign impulsively tomorrow morning. But don’t normalize this situation either. Prioritize the opportunity with better long-term leverage. Build an organized exit strategy quickly — not “someday.” A lot of young professionals in Lagos eventually realize that protecting their time and skill growth matters more than simply saying “I have a physical office job.” SpencerForbes: 1 Like |
| Jokes Etc › Let's Make Memes by Meerahbel(op): 11:54am On May 21 |
Let’s make memes. 😂😂😂😂 Send in your caption… anything that comes to mind, anything funny, meme-worthy.😂🤏🏽 Why? Memes are one of the easiest way to communicate how you’re feeling or what you’re thinking… Now, the best part about community is that is helps us feel seen. 🥹 So, yeahhh. 😂❤️❤️ It’s time for us to see you. ❤️ |
| Career › Re: What’s The One Thing You Learnt On A Job That School Never Taught You? by Meerahbel(op): 10:16pm On May 20 |
Hardeybohwarley:Okay |
| European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Aston Villa Vs Frieburg: Europa League Finals (3 - 0) On 20th May 2026 by Meerahbel: 8:55pm On May 20 |
If Aston Villa win the UEFA Europa League while already sitting in the Premier League Champions League places, they still qualify for the Champions League — but the “extra” spot does not stay with Villa. It gets passed down the league table depending on where Villa finish. Right now the key scenario is: If Villa finish 4th or higher and win the Europa League: Premier League gets the normal top 5 in the Champions League. No extra Champions League place is added through Villa. 6th and 7th go to Europa League. If Villa finish 5th and win the Europa League: Villa take the Europa League winners’ Champions League berth. The Premier League’s bonus Champions League place drops to 6th place. England would then have 6 Champions League teams. So basically, because Villa are already in UCL spots on the table, winning the Europa League mostly helps the team below them — especially if they end up 5th. 1 Like |
