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Sports / Re: The NBA Begins by occam(m): 5:39pm On Jan 09, 2013 |
الملكي فوق الله: ^---Word? That Lala tastes like honey nut cheerios. Seriously how do you taste a wife? Is KG now tasting wives instead of playing defense? No wonder the C's are sub 500 team And why would you any guy marry a girl called Lala? This is too confusing for me; better stick to basketabll |
Sports / Re: The NBA Begins by occam(m): 9:38pm On Jan 07, 2013 |
A-40: Don't get too hard on yourself. Most experts also picked this team to reach the west finals or the finals; well that's not happening. They need to clear their garbage bench and get rid of Metta Peace (still prefer to call him Ron "knucklehead" Attest) who is just clogging up cap space. This team needs players like Harden, Crawford or JR Smith who can come off the bench to score in bunches plus a hard nosed defender like Tony Allen. So a trade may still help turn things around. I think Rudy Gay might be a good fit but can't see the Grizs trading him. |
Sports / Re: The NBA Begins by occam(m): 4:07pm On Dec 31, 2012 |
A-40: oh yeah! so far they're 2- 0 against the Spurs and only lost in OT to Thunders early in the season. This team is playing really well. But cos it's the Clippers people are expecting the other shoe to drop and something terrible will happen. Mother luck has never been kind to them. Maybe, just maybe this is the year of the Clips. |
Sports / Re: The NBA Begins by occam(m): 3:50am On Dec 30, 2012 |
Can't believe the Clippers are on a tear. 16 straight wins. wow! That Donald Sterling the stingiest and perhaps the worst owner in the NBA is getting some success is truly amazing. Seriously this team is loaded. With Odom, Billups & Jamal Crawford coming off the bench, they should make some noise in the playoffs. Till then let's wait and see if this team stands the test of time. Hopefully, they can finally get out from under the shadow of big brother (Lakers) |
Sports / Re: The NBA Begins by occam(m): 3:35am On Dec 30, 2012 |
Roland17: Well Cuban got too clever by half and disbanded a championship team for financial flexibility. He should have given that 2010 team a chance to defend. He is getting got what he deserves Of all the guys that won only Dirk, Marion and Beabois remain on the team. This team is not even in rebuilding mode but a collection of over the hill players (Brand, Kaman)and some spare parts. The only guy I feel for is Dirk. He doesn't deserve this. I Say he demands a trade NOW to a contender and let Cuban wallow in this rot |
Sports / Re: The NBA Begins by occam(m): 5:23am On Dec 15, 2012 |
A-40: Calderon is worse. Dude can't play defense that's why he's coming off the bench for the lowly Raptors |
Sports / Re: The NBA Begins by occam(m): 5:17am On Dec 15, 2012 |
Roland17: Am off to bed very angry cos the C's lose again |
Sports / Re: The NBA Begins by occam(m): 9:06pm On Dec 13, 2012 |
Roland17: I hear you bro. I just think the window is almost closed for this team to win it all. Talking of missed opportunities: Losing Perks in 2010 finals or stinking up the joint in last year's game 6 with the Heat? I love the C's too and pains me that K.G. & Pierce may not win a 2nd ring. No one else on that team possess the leadership & tenacity these 2 guys bring every night. Rondo? Nope |
Sports / Re: The NBA Begins by occam(m): 5:49pm On Dec 13, 2012 |
Roland17: Double overtime for a home victory against a stubborn O.J Mayo and the Mavs, thank God for the turnovers by the Mavs, Without K.G our defense is just whack, he must be dead drained after this game, am so not buying this new idea of leaving last second clutch shots to Rando, keep it with Pierce, he showed why he's the TRUTH. Needed overtime to beat a Dirkless Dallas team? Why are the Celtics struggling this year? I look at the their roster and I'm thinking this team is good. So far I'm disappointed. Can't believe K.G. and Pierce are running out of gas. Yes, they lost Allen but they replaced him with a solid shooter (Jet) and better defender (Courtney Lee). They even have the Brazilian blur. very puzzling team |
Sports / Re: The NBA Begins by occam(m): 5:23am On Dec 12, 2012 |
Are the Knicks for real? Sitting atop the East, yet to lose at home and Jason kiddd discovers the fountain of yourh. What a story! Amare coming back is not the main issue but with nut heads like JR Smith & Rasheed this team can still implode. We'll see. Gotham cIty is on a high right now but.... |
Sports / Re: The NBA Begins by occam(m): 5:13am On Dec 12, 2012 |
r231: Writing off the Lakers in Dec? Once upon a time in 2002, the Lakers stimbled out of the gate and wenf on to win it all. I say wait till after the all stars games, then.... |
Crime / Re: The Thieves Who Stole My Iphone (pics included) by occam(m): 9:55pm On Dec 11, 2012 |
So this old man stole a phone from a small boy! wonders will never end. Truly hunger will drive a man to do crazy things Men! just can't stop laughing when I see the old man's pic |
NYSC / Re: Corpers Cause Mass Failure In Schools - Teachers Council by occam(m): 9:47pm On Dec 11, 2012 |
blkmum700: Partly true. Yes, he/she may be a subject matter specialist but not have the skills to teach. Ability to communicate and break down complex concepts that can be easily understood by Junior/High school kids is what makes a great teacher. There is some validity to the claim by the Teacher's Council. 5 Likes |
Sports / Re: The NBA Begins by occam(m): 6:51pm On Dec 08, 2012 |
Roland17: Oooo come on Man, are u really serious about this Knick thing they are a shooting team, they live and die by 3 points with a huge turn over ratio, they do not play any form of defense, their defenders foul out before the end of the 4th quarter, those shots would not fall every day and i still maintain my stance about them being a first round, at best second round post season team. They've got great shooters but I don't believe they're just a shooting team. Two nights ago the Heat there were so many openings. the Heat's 3 point defense was atrocious. In fact I think this year, the Heat is one of the worst team defending the 3 point shot. ' Lets wait couple of months and see how good the knicks are. But tell you man this team is loaded and right now are scary. Rasheed brings a certain edge to this team. Bosh and Joel Anthony were simply brushed aside. And trust Sheed with his trash talking. With a weak eastern conference they should be at the top 3. Remember the Knick have guys that have seen it all in the playoffs and even won rings. 1 Like |
Sports / Re: The NBA Begins by occam(m): 4:05pm On Dec 07, 2012 |
A-40: I also thought not signing Lin was a mistake; not anymore. That was a smart move by Dolan. Did Dolan made a smart decision or luck? Seriously this Knicks roster is so weird. They've got the 4 of leagues' oldest player (Kidd, Wallace, Camby & Thomas), 3 players with rings and 2 top players (Amare & Anthony) chasing their first ring. Still early days yet so I'll wait until after the all star break for a better sense on this team. But that game last night? wow! what can I say |
Politics / Re: Nigeria Anti-corruption Index Improves - TI 2012 Report by occam(m): 4:12pm On Dec 06, 2012 |
Sincere 9gerian: The TI made changes to their methodology in 2012. See FAQ below. So don't place too much value to any small change. Let's wait to see 2013 numbers. http://www.transparency.org/cpi2012/in_detail#myAnchor7 Nevertheless, corruption continues to bring undue hardship and poverty in Nigeria and the ruling elite (especially this govt) has no desire nor will to tackle this cancer. |
Politics / Re: Nigeria Anti-corruption Index Improves - TI 2012 Report by occam(m): 10:21pm On Dec 05, 2012 |
Sincere 9gerian: Make no mistake about it. Some of us are not 'celebrating' the latest TI ranking even though those who see themselves as sworn enemies of the govt of the day 'celebrate' negative news, some of which are MANUFACTURED. However, my point is that the positive news should also be reported, just the same way negative news(whether manufactured or not) are reported. Is that TOO MUCH to ask? This is not positive news, its same 'ol same 'ol. Leave aside this ranking and ask yourself, sincerely (since that's your name) if you know any positive move by Jonathan to fight corruption? Read the 2013 budget proposal for instance to get a flavor of the rot with this govt. The budget is riddled with line items that's only "money for the boys". Set aside over N900 million on food, refreshment for President & VP http://www.budgetoffice.gov.ng/2013-budget_details/1.%20Summary_Presidency.pdfsal |
Politics / Re: Nigeria Anti-corruption Index Improves - TI 2012 Report by occam(m): 9:06pm On Dec 05, 2012 |
PointB: This isn't about Jonathan. He's a status quo leader and has never demonstrated the will to fight corruption. He doesn't have the mental fortitude; that's his nature. Unfortunately, Nigerians voted for him and for better for worse, are stuck with him for the next 2 yrs. No my concern is that anyone Nigerian can accept this mediocre ranking as improvement. Remember, this is only a perception index that's akin to a poll or research. We're still rocking at the bottom with the Pakistanis and Tajikistans after all hue and cry by Jonathan. Corruption is so pervasive in our country that one miniscule movement changes nothing. No serious person should pay attention to this latest ranking. 1 Like |
Politics / Re: Nigeria Anti-corruption Index Improves - TI 2012 Report by occam(m): 7:43pm On Dec 05, 2012 |
taharqa: This is d most FOOOLISH comment here; well done. 'if you ask Nigerians they will tell u that corruptn is same or even worse dan 15yrs ago', *smh*. Who told does gullible Nigerians to think so (assuming it is even true) if not for the LIES and HALF-TRUTHS that goons like u churn out? TI result is ony one data source. Smart minds will analyze and ovrelay with information elsewhere to get a picture of what's happening. Dumb people (like you) imbibe the data and accept it as gospel truth without putting things in context. Bet you don't understand that Corruption facts: We spend billions of Naira every year on lawmakers to do nothing in Abuja. |
Politics / Re: Nigeria Anti-corruption Index Improves - TI 2012 Report by occam(m): 7:26pm On Dec 05, 2012 |
PointB: Comparing 2 data points (last yr vs. this year) is not a trend. Let's see the next 4 - 5 yrs if our score continues to improve. That's how you judge improvement in transparency level. You want to celebrate the 27 score? go ahead, that's ok The bolded: Now we know Nigeria is spending an obscene amount for feeding a corrupt govt machine. And even with the knowledge and acceptance that N 1 billion is too high, did Jonathan slash the feeding and other wasteful spending? And yet you accept corruption level is improving. Gee! The kool aid served by this govt is made of potent stuff |
Politics / Re: Nigeria Anti-corruption Index Improves - TI 2012 Report by occam(m): 7:02pm On Dec 05, 2012 |
kulutempa: I'm talking level of transparency; you mean the opposite (corruption). The more transparent a country is perceived to be, the higher it scores and ranks. So Denmark is the cleanest and scores 90 while Nigerian is one of the most corrupt and scores 27 You're looking at the table from below. No sweat. Message is the same: corruption level is very high in Nigeria |
Politics / Re: Nigeria Anti-corruption Index Improves - TI 2012 Report by occam(m): 6:49pm On Dec 05, 2012 |
jmaine: On corruption, most Nigerians are realist but a few are delusional. Let the govt celebrate this result all night long; We all know matter for ground. |
Politics / Re: Nigeria Anti-corruption Index Improves - TI 2012 Report by occam(m): 6:25pm On Dec 05, 2012 |
PointB: Holding bragging rights over countries like Eritrea, Somalia or Tajikistan is improvement? We're still neck and neck with Pakistan, a perennial offender and true symbol of corruption. Ask Nigerians on the street if they believe the level of corruption has reduced compared to say 15 yrs ago. They'll tell you Same or getting worse. People only believe what they see. Everyday na the same thing: Corrupt politicians looting the treasury (on the rise); Custom officers exhorting money (still rising); Govt officials demanding bribes to provide service (still a way of life). This improved ranking means nothing. Election is in 2 yrs time, so expect our ranking to fall in 2014/2015. And I'm sure you know why. |
Politics / Re: Yoruba Groups Want Okada Banned In South West by occam(m): 10:05pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
Now the issue of banning Okada has turned into tribal chest beating and mudslinging No matter the city Enugu, Aba, Lagos or Kaduna these bikers have become a menace and should be banned. Given the population and importance of Lagos, its more urgent. People need to chill and remember that Lagos is not a Yoruba enclave. It's a vibrant city that’s thriving due to the diversity of tribes who call this city home. I say this as a Yoruba who grew up in Lagos. 1 Like |
Politics / Re: Yoruba Groups Want Okada Banned In South West by occam(m): 5:50pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
Toppié2: I don't agree with the "wait till we have alternative" approach. Govt may start dragging its feet to implement solutions if there'e no urgency. Also, the next Governor may play the populist card and decide not to ban Okada saying it will cause too much suffering for people. No ban it immediately and start developing a comprehensive transport system. Enough of Okada on our streets. Lagos should aspire to world class statues and not compete with cities in Benin, Togo or Mali. Lagsoisns deserve better |
Politics / Re: Yoruba Groups Want Okada Banned In South West by occam(m): 4:32pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
Dipwater: I am not against banning okada but banning without the provision of alternative is the worst For how long must we rely on Okada? Immediate ban is the best approach. Solutions are there and the ban may hasten implementation. No more excuses. We don't need dangerous bike riders on our streets anymore. Period |
Politics / Re: Yoruba Groups Want Okada Banned In South West by occam(m): 4:21pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
afam4eva: I think they should have proffered an alternative to okadas. We only know how to condemn but never profer solutions. The Lagos state govt is already implementing some of the solutions; its just taking time First thing first: Get rid of Okada. Lagosians will be better off without these two-wheel menace on the street. After all, before the dawn of Okada Lagosians moved freely from the Mainland to Island to Ikeja. |
Politics / Re: Yoruba Groups Want Okada Banned In South West by occam(m): 4:13pm On Nov 29, 2012 |
5 yrs is too long. One year is enough time to rid our cities of Okada. They should be confined to the villages and rural areas. Okada was never the solution to transportation challenges for Lagos. Previous government should have acted quickly to ban it before it became a way of life. Kudos to Fashola for getting rid of this menace. He should go one step further and ban it completely in all roads in Lagos. As for Okada riders, tough luck. They should find something else to do. Riding a bike recklessly all day is not a sustainable livelihood. In any policy decisions there are net gainers and losers. Lagosians are the winners in this Okada ban. I bet you in 3 yrs time we'll all breathe a sigh of relieve that these dangerous riders are off our street. 1 Like |
Business / Re: How Effective Is The 'Contact Us' Button On Websites? by occam(m): 4:17pm On Nov 26, 2012 |
It's only effective as the website owner wants it to be. If you put "Contact Me" on your site and don't reply potential customers' emails or call back, then it's useless. In fact, customer may believe you're not a serious business if you don't get back. Always reply to "Contact me" requests within a reasonable time frame (I'll say 24 hrs). You never know, the person asking to speak with you may turn out to be the customer that helps your business grow. |
Religion / Re: Private Jet Is A Necessity And Not A Luxury - Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor by occam(m): 5:40pm On Nov 25, 2012 |
Seriously must these pastors travel to Jakarta and other foreign land to preach the word of God? There are millions of souls in Nigeria to be saved. They should focus on helping the destitute and the poor in NIgeria first. Besides these countries also have local pastors |
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