₦airaland Forum

grad2012:
Seriously ders noting wrong wit dating aguy younger dan u most of dem can be so luving and treat women right. The funniest tin is Most of der luv is true,cos dey tend to luv wit all der heart.

REMMEI:
I wish to end up with a woman older than me.. as long as she's intelligent and loyal..

DrFunmi:
Success in life should not be determined by our alma mater. I believe that everybody has a chance to be successful whether they went to a university or polytechnic. Our success is in our hands. This write-up is not meant to degrade HND holders. I am one of those that are strongly against the discrimination against HND holders. However, the reality on ground (due to the discrimination) is that BSc is still more superior to HND and I have given reasons below to state the obvious but bitter truth.

1 Entrance Qualification - The entrance qualification to the university is more stringent than that to the polytechnic. The UTME cut off for universities is higher than that of polytechnics. All universities require a minimum of 5 credits in WASSCE/NECO while most polytechnics accept 4 credits as minimum requirement. It is well accepted that the entrance qualification to any institution says a lot about the prestige attached to such institution.

2 Quality of Lecturers- You cannot compare the quality of lecturers in the university to that of the polytechnic. Most university lecturers are professors and PhD holders with decades of teaching and research experience to show for it. Some of them are universally renowned professors. The head of universities are always renowned and experienced academic professors. Most Master degree holders in universities are mere assistant lecturers. The same cannot be said of polytechnics where most of their 'experienced' lecturers are mere BSc holders. Most rectors of polytechnics are Msc holders, only a few have PhD. Even corps members lecture polytechnic students. Has it ever occurred to you why polytechnics find it hard to employ even their own products (HND holders) to lecture? Instead, they employ mostly university grads to teach.

3 Research Work- University is the bedrock of research work. Research work lays the foundation of advancement and any sane society will rate any higher institution by the quality of their research. Unfortunately, the quality of research work in Nigerian universities is poor but this is still far better than that of polytechnics that do absolutely nothing (or very negligible research work).

4 Funding- Universities are much more funded than polytechnics. One of the metrics for determining the quality of an institution is the level of funding. No wonder, the government and the media pay more attention to the demand of ASUU over ASUP. Thus, you will expect a product of a university to be better trained than that of a polytechnic.

5 Quality of students - The brightest, youngest and most motivated students go to the universities. Go to a polytechnic and what you will see a lot of dejected, not-so-young students who have written UTME many times but have not succeeded. A few in the polytechnics are young and bright, but they are few and far between. The majority of young and bright students, just fresh from secondary school are found within the 4 walls of the university. Thus, most university grads are of higher intellectual quality than their poly counterparts.

6 Size and Beauty of Campus - A lot can be said about the quality of an institution by the architectural structures of the institutions. Let's take the elite universities and polytechnics in Nigeria for instance. One cannot compare the architectural edifices in the prestigious OAU, UI, ABU, UNN, UNILAG, UNIBEN to that of Yabatech, Kadpoly, Auchi, Bida Poly or any polytechnic in Nigeria. No polytechnic in Nigeria can even compete with some 2nd and 3rd generation universities like FUT Minna, UniJos, FUTA, etc in terms of structures.

7 Preference / Demand - The preference for BSc is higher than for OND/HND. All or almost all aspiring students wish to go to the university. Employers generally prefer BSc holders over HND holders. HND holders are seen as middle level manpower (That was the intent when polytechnics were initially created). There are more opportunities for BSc holders not just within the country but outside Nigeria. Jobs and scholarship opportunities abound for BSc holders and undergraduates while it is almost non-existent for HND holders.

8 Self Esteem - Last but not the least, an average BSc holder is more confident than an average HND holder. This is however not the fault of HND holders who unfortunately have to face stiff discrimination in the labour market, thus negatively impacting on their self esteem.

sundayerhun:
The Year God Died

So God died, and was laid to rest. Then, as expected, hell broke loose.

Satan turned the world upside-down. We ate frogs as food, and it was just one frog a week.

We had no water - not even our urine- for drinking. We drank our tears.

Demons taught us in schools without books. Our classes held in the dark. The sun was nowhere.

Chickens lived longer than children. Corpses were like grains of sand. Death was a friend.

So many more I cannot tell.

Pause. Breathe in. Breath out.

There is no such year. It has not been, and will not be.

My friend, God is not dead. He is still very much in charge!

oromankirisi:
Thank you!!

EroticAngelina:
hmmm that makes sense.

EroticAngelina:
choi!! that woman na useless woman oo
driver ke?!? on top ur matrimonial bed? no respect. mtchew
Lol I love what the man did he for no mind the neighbors jare. he for parade them round the whole state sef hahaha

oromankirisi:
SHOULD HAVE

1. One old boyfriend you can imagine going back to and one who reminds you of how far you’ve come.

2. A decent piece of furniture not previously owned by anyone else in your family.

3. Something perfect to wear if the employer or man of your dreams wants to see you in an hour.

4. A purse, a bag, a good shoe and an umbrella you’re not ashamed to be seen carrying.

5. A youth you’re content to move beyond.

6. A past juicy enough that you’re looking forward to retelling it in your old age.

7. The realization that you are actually going to have an old age -- and some money set aside to help fund it.

8. An email address, an international passport, and a functional bank account

9. A résumé that is not even the slightest bit padded.

10. One friend who always makes you laugh and one who lets you cry.

11. A set of screwdrivers, a 3G phone, and a black lace bra.

12. Something ridiculously expensive that you bought for yourself, just because you deserve it.

13. The belief that you deserve it.

14. A skin-care regimen, an exercise routine, and a plan for dealing with those few other facets of life that don’t get better after 30.

15. A solid start on a satisfying career, a satisfying relationship, and all those other facets of life that do get better.

SHOULD KNOW

1. How to fall in love without losing yourself.

2. How you feel about having kids.

3. How to quit a job, break up with a man, and confront a friend without ruining the friendship.

4. When to try harder and when to walk away.

5. How to kiss in a way that communicates perfectly what you would and wouldn’t like to happen next.

6. The names of the Past Presidents, at least names of 2/3 of sitting governors

7. How to live alone, even if you don’t like to, and the name of a very good tailor in town

8. Where to go -- be it your best friend’s kitchen table or the supermarket -- when your soul needs soothing.

9. That you can’t change the length of your legs, the width of your hips, or the nature of your parents.

10. That your childhood may not have been perfect, but it’s over.

11. What you would and wouldn’t do for money or love.

12. That nobody gets away with smoking, drinking, doing drugs, or not flossing for very long.

13. Who you can trust, who you can’t, and why you shouldn’t take it personally.

14. Not to apologize for something that isn’t your fault.

15. Why they say life begins at 30

eaziaque:
Good morning all, Rajjah well done for the topic you brought up. I hope our mates are gonna participate. Zodiac sign is real, it is not a myth, though...smiles...it is not like you read it in the sky. It is actually an identity for a particular persons born under the influence of some astrological element at a particular period of time, Cancers being from 21 of June to 22 of July. It has a physical side which envelopes the characters and traits of these persons which are in most cases and generally identical (character) and it has another side which is a bit spiritual depending on how far individuals explore it. From the spiritual side, it predict future mood swing and even things that are likely to happen, that is where horoscope comes in, I personally don't engage in this aspect because I don't like fore telling and as a muslim, my religion doesn't permit it, rather, I recommend the physical side of zodiac signs which permits you to discover and/or learn more about who you are and work towards improving on those aspect you find a bit not convenient. For example, you may rediscover in a more educating way, the desire for a particular hobby or passion that could be transformed into something fruitful. You may realise "consciously" what you have a flair for (even though it has been there and you never pay much attention to it), learning about the zodiac signs drags your attention to it and you can input more energy to derive the best from it, this is the case of the cancerian's natural talent and flair for art, cancers are good advisers, "peeps" into others easily and see what most people don't easily, you can capitalise on these talent and learn a trade of art, graphic designing, photography, painting, music, poetry, acting for example or take courses related to advising/counselling like nursing, catering, pharmacy etc. It also let you realise things you should associate and dissociate with, and when you look into your past you are really gonna realise ways in which these things have been beneficial or the other round to you. For example, most Cancerians puts on weight easily, most Cancerians proscatinates a lot, most Cancerians hold on too much sometimes to past materials, events or issues, some cancerians experiences swift mood change, some, the fear to be rejected, some are over attached to their home, they don't go out often, hence limiting their chances of meeting people that can actually be of help to them. Most these thing, you may not realise are hindering your doings one way or the other, all these and a lot more can be corrected. Anyway you can go to google and type "Cancer, zodiac sign" to learn more, I promise it is really gonna be interesting, but don't get carried away shaa ooo. However, it is worthy of noting that I didn't intend to "spiritualize" or draw who so ever's attention to astrology by creating this group, my only aim was to bring us together because of the common month we share, I believe, sharing the same month and sign, it would be fun sharing ideas too. This is a just topic and I'm sharing my opinion on it. Waiting for your contributions as promised. Have a wonderful weekend!

quantumphysics:
on a serious note, if the divergence of a Sin x graph is (0>x>2rads), then f(x)= x/(x-1)... which gives an impossible probability..........

Rapmoney:
I know majority of Nigerians too lazy to read but it pays to most times

Below are some common fallacies most Nigerian guys have been pressured and deceived over the years to believe . You might hold a different opinion from these but emerging 'trends' and 'happenstances' in our society clearly point to the fact that these common beliefs no longer hold weight and logic and therefore, may be seen as nonsense!

1) #You can only find someone who truly loves you when you are still struggling#: Bullcrap! Nonsense! So we were told while we were younger! Now, we know better . It is as good as saying 'only poor men find real love'. Imagine that!!! It means 2Face Idibia must have married a bad wife; a woman who doesn't have real love for him because he met her after he attained fame! How fallacious this sounds! Whether you like it or not, there are classes in our society and one should strive to attain the class he feels he wants his would-be wife to come from . I just feel people who still hold this opinion are suffering from a psychology that promotes inferiority complex! Finding a good wife or a woman that truly loves you has nothing to do with struggling! If you are comfortable and finds a woman that is as comfortable as you and in your class, would you say she's after your wealth?

2) #Even if there's no money, when we give birth, children will bring blessings#: Don't allow anyone deceive you, folks. Yeah, blessings come but do not put the life of somebody's daughter at risk and endangering the lives of the tiny legs you would produce because you don't have enough to cater for them!!! Even Jesus Christ, in the Bible(the synoptic gospels), admonished Christians to calculate the cost of something before embarking on it, else the enemies mock the person that he couldn't maintain what he started (call me Pastor Rapmoney ) Truth be told, it would take the grace of God to maintain peace and ensure fidelity in a home that lacks money in these modern times!

3) #Beautiful women have bad attitude#: We can as well say 'ugly women have nice attitude No one is perfect! What you might admire in someone could be different from what the next man would admire in them. Who says a woman cannot be beautiful within and in the outside? It doesn't mean you should place all your bets on big buttocks, pointed boobs and pretty face but I tell you today, marrying a woman who is very presentable doesn't make you a fool or criminal! I love beautiful women

4) #A man should set a woman up financially#: Another bunkum!!! Marriage involves two people who are emotionally, psychologically, spiritually and financially mature! I strongly believe that ladies should as well be financially ready before they get married. It is not just a man's thing. If he goes out to win the bread, you as the woman, should also go out to win the akara. You would attract more respect by such from the man. Men hardly misbehave when they are aware that their wife is financially strong too . It is better to marry a woman that has acquired her degree or into one profession, business, trade or occupation than to get married to a woman who does nothing, sits and folds her hands, waiting for a man to come and marry her in order to take away her burden! Are you getting married to a human being or a burden?

5) #Money is not all; what matters is love#: This is what most girls use to deceive guys on social media, including Nairaland. I always say it that it is only on NL and other social media that girls are quick to say this trash! Most girls can't practise it in real life. They only say this to create what I call 'social media good face' . Same girl that says this online will operate in the opposite offline. Don't let them fool ya fellas!!! . Don't believe this! If you believe this, then you will surely believe anything. It existed in the past...not now. The society has transformed to something else and it is either you follow up or get left behind; simple truth! Make good money and you won't even have time to listen to such trash!!!

A word is enough for the wise!

Good day folks!

Chomzy19:
No it isn't, Thanks a ton

fellis:
I am not cancer but let me just say I love you guys!
Yea, I love cancerians to bits!
You people tend to know how to care for your families and you are selfless to a fault
I also love how you get other people's thoughts and feelings easily so they don't have to spell it out for you everytime.
My dad is cancer and I wouldn't trade him for any other dad in the world, he is the reason I love cancers by default even before I get to know them well.
You guys rock, seriously.
But you should learn to open up more and talk about your feelings; let your loved ones know when they hurt you instead of suffering in silence.
Stay awesome.

gregzone:
Tnx eaziaque 4 d warm reception dat was very "cancerish" of you.
Well, I've taken my time 2 read and re-read every post on dis thread and man if I say it blew my mind dat will b a gross understatement. All u guys said about character traits of cancers is totally true, take me 4 instance, I'm very talented in music and writing, due to d fact dat I'm a quiet person naturally I let my pen «or my keyboard/pad as d case may be» do the talking. As 4 my music aspect I've not bn able 2 overcome dat shyness to sing in public though I sing behind closed doors.

oluspencer:
The news is only on Nairaland!!!! Tried to google news about it but it shows just nairaland.

toleb63:
Gov Aregbesola's Son, Arrested in Lagos Airport
Enroute UAE with over N178million ($912,820)
Money Laundering.
Mr Kabiru Aregbesola, the son of the Osun State
Governor, Alhaji Rauf Aregbesola was this
afternoon caught at the departure wing of the
Muritala Muhammed Airport II, Lagos with
undeclared sum of N178million ($912,820) cash
stocked in his luggage.
Mr Kabuiru called his father who rushed down to
handle the case before it gets out of hand. As at
the time of this report, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola
requested to see the Immigration officers that
arrested his son for a discussion in a senior
officer's office where we hope they will sort out
the Problem.
Mr Kabiru Aregbesola was involved in the failed
scam contract by Osun state government to
supply local Computer Notebooks, nicknamed
Opon Imo valued at over N4Billion to schools in
the state.
Details coming shortly.. Stay tuned!

semmynaira:
No son of Aregbesola was arrested for money laundering
It has become pertinent to inform Nigerians and others generally that there is no iota of truth in the story being peddled around by some misguided elements claiming that a son of Governor Rauf Aregbesola of Osun, Kabir Aregbesola was arrested at the Muritala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos today Tuesday May 12, 2015 with a huge sum of money in foreign currencies.
We have discovered the the authors of the wicked and malicious lie are doggedly pursuing their agenda by engaging in an aggressive push for the falsehood to reach a larger population especially using the social media.
The younger Aregbesola neither travelled anywhere nor had any encounter with any security personnel today. It is obvious the evil minds at work are out to drag an innocent young man’s name into this dirt in order to get at his father.
Aregbesola has maintained a life of a moderate family man with a set of highly disciplined children who cannot be found wanting on issues of morals and societal values
Members of the public are therefore urged to dismiss the falsehood because it is just another handiwork of mischievous minds.
Semiu Okanlawon
Director,
Bureau of Communication & Strategy,
Office of the Governor,
Osogbo, Osun

spongeisback:
When someone says they love you, that means they love you. When someone says they're in love with you, that means they're in love with you. They're only responsible for what they say and NOT how you understand it.

crownprince102:
Your analysis is accepted.


This is simple just a question, Can Osun provide %40 of the sum needed in the state for the program if the 60:40 ratio is applied by FG?

PPAngel:
Rauf owes state civil servants over 6mths unpaid salaries!

Osun state with a total annual revenue of less than 40bn budgeted 210bn mainly from loans.

Abeg take your rubish almajiri economics and shove it!

We dey yarn better thing you dey mention that backward osun gbese state

crownprince102:
Dude, Pay visit to Osun State where I 'm from? Everything about Osun is not new to me.


Get the fact right, Osun earns the lowest allocation even before debt issues. I know quite well Oyinlola started the feeding of primary school pupil, he even gave others students sachet beverages weekly.


If Osun could afford this all alone, why not FG. As I said earlier, the cost can be shared btw FG and SG in a ratio of 60:40 or 70:30. This is an ease on Osun.