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Family / Re: How I Helped My Sister With Food Items And Accessories To Take To Canada by merits(m): 4:21pm On Feb 13
LoveLeadsLand:
So,people still uses match sticks? Why not a lighter? You're a good sister though. And I hope some of the items you put there will not be a reason why they will send her back.


Hahahahahah evil mind spotted 💀☠️
Politics / Re: Fresh Bill Seeks The Creation Of 3 More States In The South-West by merits(m): 4:18pm On Feb 13
Unclebayo:


https://www.google.com/amp/s/punchng.com/fresh-bill-seeks-creation-of-three-states/%3famp

36 states never see food chop, them wan still create another state.



Let the country divide into three country and let everyone go on their way in peace, this by force marriage is tiring.
Politics / Re: Tinubu Confers National Honours On Super Eagles, Gifts Them Plots Of Land, Flats by merits(m): 4:15pm On Feb 13
Crime / Re: Fire Guts Kwara High Court Main Building by merits(m): 4:13pm On Feb 13
Sports / Re: AFCON: Alex Iwobi Meets With Minister Of Sport, Sen. John Ehoh (picture, Video) by merits(m): 4:11pm On Feb 13
Watianoengineer:
Let's forgive him even though the rubbish they played cut my ticket

So na your ticket matter no be pride of the Nation if so your ticket shall continue to dey cut till eternity.SAY NO TO GAMBLING IT DRAINS.
Business / Re: Dollar Hits All-time Low, Crosses N1,500 At Official Market by merits(m): 1:13pm On Feb 13
Business / Re: Herbert Wigwe Family Photo by merits(m): 12:45pm On Feb 13
nlfpmod:
Dele Momodu shares family photo of Herbert Wigwe with his wife and children.

https://www.instagram.com/p/C3Nf7ccsCmN/?igsh=ZXlocHE4Z3FxY3Fj


RIP AZAMAN😭😭😭💔💔💔💔
Food / Re: How Much Is This Loaf Of Bread In Your Area? (pix) by merits(m): 12:41pm On Feb 13
Creditalerts:
U voted apc right?


Cry me a lagoon

U never see anything

Renewed shege banza

Everyone is feeling it,including you and your family.It touches every where nobody is left out.So stop all this criticism and focus on way forward.

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Business / Re: Shyngle, Wigwe's Dad Was Head Of NTA & His Mum Was A Nurse by merits(m): 12:36pm On Feb 13
TruthsFM:


https://www.techballad.com/herbert-wigwe-parents/


Thank God they are still alive the benefit of Wigwe should be paid to them it's a pity ooo
Politics / Re: Dangote Refinery Set To Deliver First Fuel In Weeks by merits(m): 12:35pm On Feb 13
dre11:



Dangote Refinery is due to deliver its first fuel into the local market within weeks, four sources confirmed to Reuters, in a key milestone towards…





https://dailytrust.com/dangote-refinery-set-to-deliver-first-fuel-in-weeks/




Another scam
Business / Re: Access Holdings Names Bolaji Agbede As Acting CEO by merits(m): 12:34pm On Feb 13
Food / Re: Kano Traders Crash Food Price 24 Hours After 10 Werehouse Were Seal For Hoarding by merits(m): 12:32pm On Feb 13
sketching:
Economic hardship: Kano traders slash prices of essential goods



SOURCE: The PUNCH


Greedy sellers will go to Kano buy it in lesser price and take it to another region to sell at escalated prices

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Crime / Re: Policeman Loses AK-47 With 60 Rounds Of Ammunition While Watching Super Eagles by merits(m): 12:30pm On Feb 13
dre11:
Nigeria Policeman Loses AK-47 With 60 Rounds Of Ammunition While Watching Super Eagles Against Cote d’Ivoire Match In Delta Palace



https://saharareporters.com/2024/02/12/nigeria-policeman-loses-ak-47-60-rounds-ammunition-while-watching-super-eagles-against


Police Banza
Sports / Re: AFCON 2023: Should Jose Peseiro Stay As Super Eagles Boss After Final Loss? by merits(m): 12:28pm On Feb 13
robosky02:

AFCON 2023: Should Jose Peseiro stay as Super Eagles boss after final loss?


It is never advisable to make weighty decisions when you are reeling from a loss, and it probably rings true for Jose Peseiro’s Nigeria future after their Africa Cup of Nations final defeat by Ivory Coast. The Super Eagles were not given a prayer before a ball was kicked at AFCON 2023, as observers were not only unconvinced about the team’s performances and results but also Peseiro’s incoherent approach.

There were calls for the Portuguese boss to be discarded after Nigeria’s disappointing World Cup qualifying results in November — a pair of 1-1 draws against Lesotho and Zimbabwe — with supporters keen to see an uninspired side avoid humiliation at the Cup of Nations, thus resulting in another early exit. However, it seemed the higher-ups learned from the call made two years earlier to let go of Gernot Rohr on the eve of AFCON 2021, even if it appeared Peseiro was kept in situ due to the financial hit the federation would take if they pulled the plug.

The Nigeria boss’ contract extension in September revealed a remit of taking the Super Eagles to the semi-finals of the continental showpiece, an unforeseen outcome at the finals. Anticipated was for the underperforming Portuguese and the Super Eagles to part company after the expiration of his deal in February, coincidentally after AFCON 2023. That seemed the logical thing to do, and expectations were lessened heading into the finals.


What has since followed makes for noteworthy viewing. Peseiro surpassed pre-tournament predictions by taking the three-time African champions to the final — a round better than the semi-final remit — possibly placing the ex-Venezuela boss in line for an extension. Be that as it may, it is not that simple.

Erratic Peseiro
Symbolising Peseiro is not only a reactive approach but also an inconsistency in his decision-making process.

Perhaps due to the glut of centre-forward talent, the 63-year-old opted for a two-striker formation for most of qualifying, keen to harness that firepower for better or worse. Despite Taiwo Awoniyi’s groin surgery in November and Victor Boniface’s adductor injury with the competition imminent, the Super Eagles still had Umar Sadiq (who left the group controversially), Terem Moffi and the possibility of Kelechi Iheanacho partnering Victor Osimhen in the front two, even if the Leicester City forward had played in a wide position with the license to tuck infield in the internationals leading up to AFCON 2023.



Against Equatorial Guinea in the tournament opener, the Portuguese looked to utilise a 4-3-3 — although it was a 4-2-3-1 that morphed into the former whenever Alhassan Yusuf drifted to the right to create overloads, while Alex Iwobi occupied the left half-space — signalling a change of sorts. But that was not even close to Peseiro’s major personnel alteration. In came Stanley Nwabali for the maligned Francis Uzoho, meaning the Portuguese had thrown the Chippa United goalkeeper in the deep end, having hitherto persisted with the error-prone Uzoho.

Nwabali had not played a minute for the Super Eagles since conceding four in a 4-0 friendly defeat to Mexico in July 2021, a fixture comprising only home-based players, but was suddenly thrown into a struggling team under pressure. He broadly thrived, but the delayed judgment could have been catastrophic.

Be that as it may, the most surprising inclusion in the lineup in Nigeria’s tournament opener was the return of William Troost-Ekong. Previously a mainstay in the side, Peseiro jettisoned the 30-year-old three games into his reign, with the former Watford centre-back not making a competitive appearance for the three-time African champions for 17 months as the manager’s preference for Semi Ajayi and Calvin Bassey was apparent. Regardless, the experienced defender was reinstated in Nigeria’s opening game, further posing questions about the 60-year-old's rationale. Ekong was ultimately named Player of the Tournament, rewarding that faith and then some, but why was he out in the cold for so long only to be restored at the competition's commencement?

At AFCON 2023, Peseiro’s approach was even more questionable, with the Portuguese manager switching to and sticking with a back three, having not utilised a three-player backline since his first friendly game against Mexico in May 2022.

Peseiro’s egregious squad management
Immediately standing out at the finals was Peseiro’s aversion to some members of his squad in Cote d’Ivoire. This was covered extensively by Pulse Sports after Nigeria defeated Angola, before facing South Africa in the semis and again by this writer before Sunday’s defeat by the Elephants.

The intention isn't fearmongering, but the Super Eagles are running on empty heading into Sunday's #AFCON2023 final against Cote d'Ivoire. #NGACIV

Looking at the data provided by Opta, four expected starters have played over 500 minutes — Semi Ajayi (570), Ola Aina (562),… https:///8weThYdC9V

— Seye Omidiora (@theReal_SeyE) February 9, 2024
The noteworthy players barely involved were Moffi, Iheanacho and Bruno Onyemaechi, while the continued disregard for Raphael Onyedika was striking — the latter’s minimal contribution consequently meant Alex Iwobi was utilised in suboptimal conditions. If Onyedika’s limited involvement was noteworthy, Moffi’s was tough to explain, as Peseiro preferred Paul Onuachu until the semis, while Iheanacho’s was astounding because of the Leicester forward’s competence in the inside-right channel and at linking up play. Instead, Moses Simon was typically utilised in the pockets, having to receive the ball with his back to goal in congested areas instead of getting the ball closer to the touchline.

Onyemaechi’s non-involvement in the competition was perhaps the most eye-catching, as he played a prominent role in the previous three international windows before AFCON 2023, starting four of the Super Eagles’ five games. However, the Boavista wide defender was unused in Cote d’Ivoire, even when Zaidu Sanusi’s erratic displays warranted a change. And whenever one was made, Peseiro switched Ola Aina over to the left flank to accommodate Bright Osayi-Samuel. Frankly, it was jarring.

Jose Peseiro
Bright Osayi-Samuel was given game time by Jose Peseiro at AFCON 2023 (Credit: Imago/Shengolpixs)
Jose Peseiro: What comes next?
It remains to be seen if the Portuguese boss is retained after exceeding pre-AFCON expectations. Nigeria’s run united the populace and had supporters believing the three-time champions were primed for a fourth crown. Even if the football was broadly ugly and the defensive approach questionable, it was good enough for a deep run in a cup competition. But this side should be playing on the front foot, a characteristic not seen consistently at the Cup of Nations, barring their tournament opener against Equatorial Guinea.

Peseiro deserves credit for getting the players to buy into his ideas at the Cup of Nations, but the absence of trust shown to previously utilised personnel was concerning. Does he reinstate said players, having given them short shrift at AFCON 2023? “What is the point?” the team member might ask, “he’ll leave me out in the tournament proper anyway.”

The Super Eagles boss did the unforeseen by taking the continental giants into another Cup of Nations final, thus fulfilling and surpassing his remit. That should keep him in the job in normal circumstances, but the muddled approach and inconsistency in the Portuguese manager’s decisions mean it is far from guaranteed. The bigger picture must be considered.

Lalasticlala mynd44 mukina2

https://www.pulsesports.ng/football/story/afcon-2023-should-jose-peseiro-stay-as-super-eagles-boss-after-final-loss-2024021205521394728


Atleast he has learnt from his mistakes.

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Romance / Re: Police Arrest 2 For Having Sex In Police College Church In Maiduguri (pic) by merits(m): 12:26pm On Feb 13
thesicilian:
Lol.
See the way she's all covered up in her ninja attire, you'd think these girls have never even heard of d!ck in their lives before. Not knowing that they'd pull everything for just 1k grin


But seriously sha,

They were obviously not having the sex in public or in the presence of others, and being a "house of God" anybody can go in at any time as long as the place is not locked (no breaking and entry).

So what exactly is their offence?

Instead of the reverend to reprimand them and use the opportunity to try and lead them to Christ, he is handing them over to the police.


You are a big fool they leave every where and come to church and do that disgraceful act.Where people sacrid for their prayers to be answered you are here saying pastor should cancel them,how?
Politics / Re: Outages: FG Plans Sanctions For Non-performing Discos by merits(m): 12:18pm On Feb 13
Sports / Re: AFCON: Nigerians Drag Yul Edochie After Prophecy About The Super Eagles Fails by merits(m): 12:17pm On Feb 13
Lutherblaq:


https://alexis.lindaikejisblog.com/2024/2/nigerians-drag-yul-edochie-after-his-prophecy-about-the-super-eagles-beating-ivory-coast-in-afcon-2023-finale-fails-to-come-to-pass-2.html

All this useless pastors are just bringing shame into Christianity if you are truly man of God stay away from politics and predictions they do all this so that their gullible followers will believe them have you ever seen Muslim clerics into all this mess.Shame on Christianity some pastors need to be stone to death cuz they cuz more harm than good
Science/Technology / Re: Elephant Rampages Through South African Village, Killed & Eaten (Photos) by merits(m): 7:15pm On Feb 12
immortalcrown:
One elephant gone. Surplus meat for the village for a moment.

I imagine how the Leopard's case happened.

Meanwhile, what will happen to the retrieved elephant tusks?


The tusk is for the big boys the whites they ruled and the black surfer.
Politics / Re: Tell Your Husband To Address Hunger, Insecurity - Emir Of Kano To Remi Tinubu by merits(m): 6:33pm On Feb 12
Romance / Re: My Girlfriend Told Me She’s A Water Spirit (mami Water) by merits(m): 6:32pm On Feb 12
Maks27:
She’s a girl I love very much but our relationship hasn’t gone real far . She told me this of recent with evidence for me to know it’s real and true
What do I do?
She said I shouldn’t hurt her that things will go well for me
I need advice from Matured Nairalanders on this matter


File Photo used for Illustration


Superstition and fiction where did you leave your God if you believe this cheap lies, you have a very weak faith am sure God would be really disappointed in you.
Politics / Re: LP Treasurer Oparah Asks Abure To Account For N3.5bn by merits(m): 6:21pm On Feb 12

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Travel / Re: Trending Video Of Ivorian Super Highways (Photos) by merits(m): 4:24pm On Feb 12
Supremos:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOm_HBYx6gY?si=cZsStua5e68k0KYz


Trending Video Of Ivory Coast Super Highways; Is Nigeria Truly The Giant Of Africa?


Make Una park go Ivory Coast na if una valued them than your own country.

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Business / Re: How Wigwe’s Aide, Faleye Olushola, Escaped Death In Helicopter Crash by merits(m): 3:49pm On Feb 12
Politics / Re: ₦1 Million Might Be Demanded As Minimum Wage - Joe Ajaero by merits(m): 3:46pm On Feb 12
Business / Re: Picture Of Wigwe Hosting Dangote And Otedola In His Lagos Mansion 2 Weeks Ago by merits(m): 3:45pm On Feb 12
Blackfire:




Send your icant let me bless your life with monnnnnneeeeyy

8065494357 opay if then born you well, clear my doubt abeg empty vessels make the loudest noise.

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Foreign Affairs / Re: Niger Republic Bans Flights From/To Nigeria by merits(m): 3:44pm On Feb 12
LagosFirstSon:
Niger republic has ban flights taking off or going to Nigeria from using her airspace .

This restriction takes effect from 6th of February 2024.

See circular below



https://dailytrust.com/niger-reiterates-ban-on-flights-from-nigeria/


Nothing dey happen we still maintain the giant of Africa.
Business / Re: Picture Of Wigwe Hosting Dangote And Otedola In His Lagos Mansion 2 Weeks Ago by merits(m): 3:40pm On Feb 12
Blackfire:
Ordinary 500BILLION naira house. ..poor people

Poor people indeed the money that can liberate you and your 10th generation from abject poverty that you are.

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Crime / Re: A Mother Baked Her Newborn Daughter To Death In An Oven (photo) by merits(m): 3:37pm On Feb 12
Natbrowny:


My problem is this is what everyone says when it involves a USA person. Its annoying, mental problem my black ass



You can never understand because you are not in that line.
Crime / Re: A Mother Baked Her Newborn Daughter To Death In An Oven (photo) by merits(m): 10:19am On Feb 12
Travel / Re: Aircraft Model Used By Wigwe Crashed 5 Times In 2023 by merits(m): 10:17am On Feb 12
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Thank for the correction 🙏🙏🙏
Business / Re: Wigwe: Board Will announce acting CEO soon - Access Holdings by merits(m): 8:45am On Feb 12
Life goes on don't think you are important or irreplaceable if you die another person we take over your seat and even do better than THIS IS A BIG LESSON TO ALL OF US.
Business / Re: Wigwe: Board Will announce acting CEO soon - Access Holdings by merits(m): 8:44am On Feb 12
Life goes on don't think you are important or irreplaceable if you die another person we take over your seat and even do better than THIS IS A BIG LESSON TO ALL OF US.

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