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orisa37:
The Russians should kick Putin out and save themselves from unnecessary stress.

Ukrainians should kick their president out and just remain 'Neutral' in the US vs. Russia dickk measurement exercise that's been going on for a century. That's the wisest thing they can do to avert bloodshed and destruction of their country.

HardMirror:
300k for where? That is like 5k week. For lagos na N100 per wrap.

He said it was for personal consumption, no for sale, and that makes sense. He was heading out for a series of crusades across east africa and probably needed the substance to lift his spirits.

THe power of fresh igboh

ManirBK:
https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-60702619

Now it gets clearer and clearer that the human rights, behavioural decency and decorum being preached in modern day society is just hypocritically one sided. The world has always and will always be a jungle where the strongest survives, makes the rules and bends them as they wish.

Mehnnn... This must come from a place of deep deep hurt and depression; oga should have just waited a bit longer for her to heal physically and psychologically from childbirth before dropping this bombshell...

LAst last, the way that girl whines, twists and turns in her videos, she must have some bedroom acrobatic skills and cravings which one man (no matter how strong) may never be unable to match up with. Some people are meant for the streets (not judging her anyway cos I don't know the inside story).

God1000:
lol, if that's your own understanding and definition of sophistication

I'm sorry to have to be the one to tell you this, but you just have to be ignorant to even remotely think that the Russian Mi35 / Mi24 gunships aren't sophisticated. Haba! Make una try dey do small research before coming to mock yourselves.

Tip101:
Cutting it off isn’t the problem for Putin you know. But then, he knows how much that’s going to cost him also and he needs the money. I’m sure Europe’s already looking into other sources of energy. I read an article where most of them said they’d fast track their green energy project to reduce the dependence on Russian oil and gas.

As much as I’d have loved it if they come to us for their supplies, I just don’t really see it being possible and the reason is this…. Most of these countries are moving into renewable energies and what just happened is going to be an eye opener for them.

What I think they’d do is, considering the amount it’s going to cost (building another pipeline), they’d rather invest it on renewable energy and reduce dependence on Russia’s oil to a bare minimum, while also making up for it from another European country instead of coming to Africa.

Trust me, it would take longer than a decade for these countries to develop sufficient renewable energy capacity to match their daily energy demands. Oil and gas would still be around for a while, forget the renewables hype.

seunny4lif:
You think it’s easy
Insecurity in Africa especially Sub Sahara is a big problem for the pipeline.
Europeans are already losing companies to China and its will get worst.

Necessity is the mother of invention; if they're desperate enough, NATO would line soldiers up along the pipeline route from Algeria down to Bonny terminal

Bizibi:
how many years does it take to build gas pipelines to north Africa

Just curious because I am really interested in gas revolution in Nigeria.

Well, I guess it could take well over 3 years, from the conceptual design to actual construction and commission. If maybe Russia is gracious enough to cut that gas supply and render the EU desperate, maybe they can provide funds and sufficient incentives to hasten the actualisation of the Trans-Saharan GP

Tip101:
Thank you for the link. I read it through….

But then, you’d see that, they all are trying to get alternatives. One thing is sure, no one knew something like this would ever happen again, and it’s normal. Now they’ve all learnt their lessons and it’s a matter of time before their dependence on Russia’s oil and gas gets cut off.

Once again, thanks for the link. Take care and God bless.

I think Europe isnt desperate enough to diversify their gas sources yet. Would be nice to see Russia cut off that supply for just 1 month, it could force the European union scrambling to Nigeria to sponsor the trans-saharan gas pipeline and possibly a new LNG plant (benefits for Nigeria)

Jackanda1:
Russia started this whole crisis by taking over Crimea(Ukrainian territory).

Instead of finding peaceful ways to settle with ukraine, they gave arms to certain part of ukraine close to its border,(Donbas) leading to chaos and fighting inside ukraine.
Imagine Cameroon giving arms to IPOB.

The leaders of ukraine getting frustrated and afraid of what might come next, decide to ally with America and join NATO because of bullying from dictator Putin. Russia claim this is a threat to it security and decided to invade and kill ukranians.

It's the oppression, lies, land grabbing adventure and bullying from Russia that caused almost every country around Russia to want to join NATO, But russian trolls want you to think it's America's fault

I'm guessing the reason the US is obsessed with winning over and placing deadly weapons in countries around Russia is purely to 'protect innocent countries from Russian invasion' right? The yanks are just benevolent messiahs who want to see everyone happy; thats why they've been obsessed with capturing countries around Russia.

ayindejimmy:
Many countries are working at alternatives

https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/what-are-europes-options-case-russian-gas-disruption-2022-02-28/

Yeah but those alternatives can't be achieved overnight. Do you know how many years it will take to complete a gas pipeline from say Nigeria to Spain? Or alternatively, do you know how many years it will take to build like 10 new LNG plants in Nigeria to cater for Europe's needs? Even if the entire European union donates money to help Nigeria complete the planned trans-saharan gas pipeline, it cant be completed in under 3 years.

Sure they'd eventually find alternatives one day, but that 'one day' isnt today, isnt tomorrow and isnt even in 5 or possibly 10 years. If Russia stops pumping gas today, it would cause a major disruption in economies across Europe; the effect on economies would be worse than the Covid effect.

ayindejimmy:
Before Russia 's oil were people dying in Europe?


Russia only supplies 40% and there are alternatives. Moreover, Russia needs to sell too

Trump had complained to NATO members about too much dependent on Russia's gas before

Seen this comment from several people on this forum and I wonder where you guys get this weird idea from. Who told you there are 'alternatives'? Alternatives for 40% of energy supply exists and Europe is still running to Russia?

https://punchng.com/ukraine-european-leaders-oppose-banning-russian-energy-imports/?amp

...“The painful reality is we are still very much dependent on Russian gas and Russian oil,” he said.

Cutting off Russian energy imports without ready alternatives could “generate unmanageable risks” for European economies, he warned."

...

@Tip101, I think you need to read this report to better understand the situation.

Tip101:
I totally understand you my brother… But then, with the way things are going, Putin needs Europe more than they need him right now and you know why?

Putin needs the money to finance the war, and the only way to get that is through the gas to Europe because of the sanctions right now which has made it difficult dealing with Russia. As for Europe, they can source for the gas elsewhere, but how will Putin get to sell his or who’s going to be able to buy that much gas from him? I’m sure you know no single country can get that %… Putin is really handicapped right now. He needs Europe more than Europe needs him.

You still don' get the point do you? You keep repeating that "Europe can get the gas from elsewhere"; from where exactly? from the sky? Wrong wrong wrong! Europe cannot get the gas elsewhere; if they could, they would have done that ages ago and suffocated Russia of all that dollars.

Europe needs Russian gas as much as Russia needs Europe's money. Even in the peak of the sanctions, Europe isn't crazy enough to sanction Russian gas just as Russia isn't crazy enough to sanction Europe's gas money (the juju never reach that level).

Europe cannot manufacture or conjure a new source of gas overnight and Europe desperately desperately needs that gas. We're currently in winter season with sub-zero temperatures in parts of Europe. If Russia stops pumping that gas today, the effect across Europe would be crippling; people would hit the streets in massive numbers and protests could even turn violent, thereby disrupting Europe's economy so badly. Countries are still struggling to recover from the sweeping Covid recession and you think they're crazy enough to add a gas shortage bombshell to their problems? No they aren't that crazy.

Tip101:
Brother, the buyer will always be “King” no matter how you look at it. Remember one of the reasons why crude oil price crashed? It was because supply was more than demand. Now that Russia has been cut off, the price keeps rising, that’s one thing that shows the buyer will always be king.

Russia isn’t the only country with gas in Europe, people only went for them because it’s cheaper and due to trade agreements by the EU.

And more over, Russia/Putin needs the cash, that’s how he’s sustaining this war. I will say it again, let Putin decide to cut Europe off…. Or has he not been cutting of the west’s? Placing sanctions…. Why can’t he cut off the gas supply to Europe or why hasn’t he

Lol... Of course Russia isnt the only country supplying gas to Europe, but over 40% of Europe's gas supply comes from Russia. Dont get it twisted, if Europe really had alternatives, they would have dumped Russian gas ages ago.

40% is not beans; if you cut off 40% of Europe's gas supply, there would be critical gas shortage which can push gas prices through the roof; we talking up to 300-500% inflation in heating cost for homes. We're still in winter period and gas demand is currently high; should Russia cut off that supply and the scarcity inflation starts, streets will be filled with protesters.

Even prior to the Ukraine invasion, there's been inflation in gas costs across Europe with heating cost in homes in the UK for instance, expected to rise by up to 60% from April this year. When this happens, there'd be a major public outcry. I wouldnt even want to imagine what would happen if that increase hits up to 300% because of regional politics - the protest would be massive.

Well that's his opinion,what do you want him to do?
Fold his hands while the Invaders overrun his nation?

He's a puppet that's respected and loved by his people,they are ready to defend their nation.

All he needs to do is 'remain neutral' in the US vs Russia beef. That cant be too difficult for a wise leader to discern. All the deaths and destruction recorded in Ukraine presently are on Zelensky's head. He should keep fooling himself by willingly being a western puppet to the detriment of his people.

At this point one can rightfully say Zelensky is the one killing his own people. What's he still holding on to power for?.... In their bid to get to Russia, you allow western powers use your head like a dustbin and now your country and your people suffer.

The world is a jungle; only the strong survive.

ThiefBeanmanx:
I wonder o. Person wey dey warn them say if them no want see more hell may them use their brain , useless naija bloggers dey use beg and plead

Amazing how so many people constantly have their thinking faculties ruined by propaganda. This is even a basic one; just a simple case of twisting the title of the report but see how effective it is.

chikason22:
Shut da fvck up Putin. I thought you are a hard man Why are you begging. You think you can win a fight against united people.
Not possible. If Nigerians unite to fight those old cargoes and ancestors disturbing our political offices with their voters card, none of them will take us for granted.

NB. I thought Putin fans and terrorists supporters said those sanctions cannot not affect him or his country. Look at him begging.
Una never see anything. By the time the West is through with him and his country, he will never think of invading someone's community not to talk of his country.
Nonsense and ingredients.
The end of Putin is just near. This will serve as a deterrent to any modafvcker that want to try that shit ever again.

MORE SANCTIONS PLEASE

Can you kindly point out the sentence in that report where he was 'begging'?

Tip101:
It’s so funny when y’all Putin apologists throw up this “gas” thing… Bro, the buyer is king here. Russia is not the only country with gas, Europe will source for gas elsewhere. It’s Putin you should tell to drink his gas. You think Russia can use it all? You think they don’t need the money? How do you want Putin to finance his stupid war? If e sure for Putin make he cut Europe off now. Mtcheew. Y’all need to rest biko.

The buyer is usually king but not in this situation cos the buyers cant do without the commodity.... And No! Europe cant magically conjure a new source of gas overnight.

Nigerians on this thread appear to be crying more than the bereaved.

Leo81:
The dead wood in Aso Rock brought in a high rate of inflation..

Uhmm... Are you talking to me? ... not sure I see the link between your comment and what I said.

HitSong:
BASTARDS

HYPOCRITES


It will never be well with USA and NATO

Power intoxicates even the smartest!

Cartoon of the day!

CyberHustle:
Stupid logic. A post on social media won't harm them. And life isn't wholly an APC vs PDP affair. It goes beyond that.

Yeah it's obviously a stupid logic to mock people for protesting and then expect then to come out for a protest again. A very stupid expectation!

YEah life isnt a APC vs PDP affair; how I wish the people I quoted above who created this thread would get that into their heads.

Racoon:
The condition have become worst today but they have all gone numb. The oppression and tyranny today is worst. Hence they have became cowards. The irony of life.

If you guys sat in your homes and mocked them in 2012 when they protested a 'bad' condition, how then do you expect the same people to return to the streets to protest for you now that the situation is worse? Arent you guys just turning logic on its head and mocking yourselves with this thread?

If you enjoyed the price hike in 2012 and even mocked those who protested then, what then has changed in 2022? Oh I forgot, the only thing which has changed is the politician in Abuja.

cc: Chimezirim121

Chimezirim121:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqUbnXZ_kbo
Below are the pictures of politicians Nollywood actress and actors who protested against Jonathan administration. One of the pictures is about the price of fuel in 2015, it was #140 Lauretta onochie nad her crew in their placard called it 419 what are they calling fuel price now? El-rufai, Dino melaye, Jide kosoko, Pastor Tunde Bakare all protested against the Jonathan administration but they're doing nothing now, what can be done to resolve the issue of fuel scarcity now? Now are calling on the crusaders of 2015 to rise up now to address the issue of fuel scarcity, high cost of living and ASUU STRIKE

You're calling on the crusaders of the past to come and crusade for you in 2022? Are your own legs broken or you dont think your voice is worthy?

By the way, why do you want a protest now if you didnt want a protest in 2012? Afterall, you loved price hikes in 2012 and even mocked those who protested against it then; so what exactly has changed today?

collagiatepaper:
America is the world police. Deal with it

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okay

WibusJaga:


Putin feeling like Superman now. He'd better humble himself & learn from history.

www.nairaland.com/attachments/15056002_jointpics20220228151229_jpegec2f679e94f950a622444f1a1e10f49c

Putin apparently is learning very well from history. If he doesnt take the strong and unpopular stand (like he's doing currently with this invasion), he'd probably be surrounded pretty soon by his enemies who want his neck and would surely end up like those 2 men you posted, who were extrajudicially slaughtered by the US.

Meanwhile a very vital question to be asked; the invasion of Ukraine by Putin to unseat the president, how is that any different from what the US did in Libya and Iraq (i.e. invading sovereign countries unprovoked with the sole aim of regime change)? If Putin is rightly being labelled a 'devil' for this move, how come others who recently committed the very same offence are still seen as saints?

collagiatepaper:
You are the one that has been brainwashed. What I stated is a fact and none of your silly postulation can change that reality.

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Postulation? Are ypy sure you know the meaning of the word you just typed?

I asked a simple question, "who gave the US the right or authority to be the police of the world?"