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CareerRe: Make 50k Extra Every Month by olatoyib: 7:33am On Mar 22, 2019
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Properties3 Bedroom Flats At Moniya Ibadan by olatoyib(op): 1:00pm On Mar 25, 2018
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PropertiesRe: The Total Cost Of Building Twin 5bedroom Duplex In Ibadan.... by olatoyib: 9:13am On Feb 18, 2018
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PoliticsCan Nigeria Youth Read This Before Supporting Nigeria Break Up by olatoyib(op): 8:25am On Jun 12, 2017
EMIR SANUSI BARES HIS MIND ON HAUSA, IGBO AND YORUBA… THE PROBLEM OF NIGERIA….. A MUST READ !

The former Central Bank Governor, and Emir of Kano His Royal Highness Muhammadu Sanusi the second , surprised guests present at the Muson Centre for the launching of the book of Sir Olaniwun Ajayi.

Below is his unedited speech.

“Let me start by saying that I am Fulani (laughter). My grandfather was an Emir also fulani my uncle and guardian was also the immediate late Emir of Kano Alhaji Ado Bayero and therefore I represent all that has been talked about this afternoon. Sir Ajayi has written a book. And like all Nigerians of his generation, he has written in the language of his generation.

“My grandfather was a Northerner, I am a Nigerian. The problem with this country is that in 2009, we speak in the language of 1953. Sir Olaniwun can be forgiven for the way he spoke, but I cannot forgive people of my generation speaking in that language.

“Let us go into this issue because there are so many myths that are being bandied around. Before colonialism, there was nothing like Northern Nigeria, Before the Sokoto Jihad, there was nothing like the Sokoto caliphate. The man from Kano regard himself as bakane. The man from Zaria was bazazzage. The man from Katsina was bakatsine. The kingdoms were at war with each other. They were Hausas, they were Muslims, they were killing each other.

“The Yoruba were Ijebu, Owo, Ijesha, Akoko, Egba. When did they become one? When did the North become one? You have the Sokoto Caliphate that brought every person from Adamawa to Sokoto and said it is one kingdom. They now said it was a Muslim North.

“The Colonialists came, put that together and said it is now called the Northern Nigeria. Do you know what happened? Our grand fathers were able to transform to being Northerners. We have not been able to transform to being Nigerians. The fault is ours.

Tell me, how many governors has South West produced after Awolowo that are role models of leadership? How many governors has the East produced like Nnamdi Azikiwe that can be role models of leadership? How Many governors in the Niger Delta are role models of leadership? Tell me. There is no evidence statistically that any part of this country has produced good leaders.

You talk about Babangida and the problems of our economy. Who were the people in charge of the economy during Babangida era? Olu Falae, Kalu Idika Kalu. What state are they from in the North?

“We started the banking reform; the first thing I heard was that in Urobo land, there will be a curse of the ancestors. I said they (ancestors) would not answer. They said why? I said how many factories did Ibru build in Urobo land? So, why will the ancestors of the Urobo people support her?

“We talk ethnicity when it pleases us. It is hypocrisy. You said elections were rigged in 1959, Obasanjo and Maurice Iwu rigged election in 2007. Was it a Southern thing? It was not. “The problem is: everywhere in this country, there is one Hausa, Ibo, Yoruba and Itshekiri man whose concern is how to get his hands on the pile and how much he can steal.

Whether it is in the military or in the civilian government, they sit down, they eat together. In fact, the constitution says there must be a minister from every state.

“So, anybody that is still preaching that the problem of Nigeria is Yoruba or Hausa or Fulani, he does not love Nigeria . The problem with Nigeria is that a group of people from each and every ethnic tribe is very selfish. The poverty that is found in Maiduguri is even worse than any poverty that you find in any part of the South.

The British came for 60 years and Sir Ajayi talked about few numbers of graduates in the North (two as at independence). What he did not say was that there was a documented policy of the British when they came that the Northerner should not be educated. It was documented. It was British colonial policy. I have the document. I have published articles on it. That if you educate the Northerner you will produce progressive Muslim intellectuals of the type we have in Egypt and India. So, do not educate them. It was documented. And you say they love us (North) more than the south.

“I have spent the better part of my life to fight and Dr. (Reuben) Abati knows it. Yes, my grandfather was an Emir. Why was I in the pro-democracy movement fighting for June 12? Is (Moshood) Abiola from Kano ? Why am I a founding director of the Kudirat Initiative for Nigerian Development (KIND)?

“There are good Yoruba people, good Igbo people, good Fulani people, good Nigerians and there are bad people everywhere. That is the truth. “Stop talking about dividing Nigeria because we are not the most populous country in the world. We have all the resources that make it easy to make one united great Nigeria . It is better if we are united than to divide it.

“Every time you talk about division, when you restructure, do you know what will happen? In Delta Area, the people in Warri will say Agbor, you don’t have oil. When was the Niger Delta constructed as a political entity? Ten years ago, the Itshekiris were fighting the Urobos. Isn’t that what was happening? Now they have become Niger Delta because they have found oil. After, it will be, if you do not have oil in your village then you cannot share our resources.

“There is no country in the world where resources are found in everybody’s hamlet. But people have leaders and they said if you have this geography and if we are one state, then we have a responsibility for making sure that the people who belong to this country have a good nature.

“So, why don’t you talk about; we don’t have infrastructure, we don’t have education, we don’t have health. We are still talking about Fulani. Is it the Fulani cattle rearer or is anybody saying there is no poverty among the Fulani?”, he said.
LESSONS FROM THIS MESSAGE

Tribalism is not our problem. Tribalism and religion are artificial problems created by selfish leaders for their own personal interest.

There are only two major tribes in Nigeria. The Elites and the Masses. Once you make lots of money, you belong to the elite tribe. When you are a commoner or suffering, you belong to the tribe of the masses. If you are an elite, and you need more power, or elective position, you sow seeds of tribalism and religion among the masses, so as to sway their emotion for your personal victory. This happens at both the national and state level. Unfortunately, after the election when they have won and joined their “sworn enemies” to drink and party, the gullible masses continue to fight each other.

Even smart people who belong to the masses, sometimes will sow seeds of tribalism and religion among the masses, and then the masses will carry them up until they belong to the elite class. It is a classic strategy used over 3000 years ago in the art of war. A commoner who aspires to sit with the elites, could stir up powerful tribal or religious sentiments, such wave if properly utilized either by shedding blood or destabilizing the elites, carries the commoner to the elite class. But once there, he immediately mingles and makes peace with the elite tribe, and turn his back on the same masses that helped him get there.

Youths are the worst victim of this powerplay, they kill each other, call other tribes unprintable names, do terrible things and sometimes, even lose their life, thinking they are fighting for their right, not knowing that they are fighting for the personal welfare of someone, whose own children are probably safe in America or London.

So youths, don’t hope on the government. If you don’t have a job, create one. There is abject poverty in the south as well as the north, whether Ogoni or Maidugri. At the same time, there is massive wealth in Lagos, Onitsha, Nnewi, Aba, Kano, Abuja, irrespective of zone.

Whatever your hand finds to do, do it well and never remain idle. No job is too low for an idle hand, or else the devil will find work for you. As you become independent, and grow your capacity, do not lose hope in Nigeria. We are the largest economy in Africa and soon the world will fear us. Western powers, don’t like big economies that threaten them, America will do anything to break China, but China is wise to resist that. China has 1.6 billion people, we have only 170 million, and we are talking of breaking.

China has 5 major religions which are Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Islam and Christianity. Nigeria has only 2 major religions, Christianity and Islam. Yet we claim that religion is our problem.

America, the strongest economy is comprised of every tribe in the world, since they accept anybody from any part of the world. Yet they are united and extremely patriotic. Nigeria has only 3 major tribes, and we claim tribalism.

Think clearly and deeply, and you will realize that empowering yourself is the best course of action, not fighting each other. And once the youths are empowered, they can begin to take back their future from the hands of the old and corrupt generation that has been blinding Nigerians with hatred, while looting all her resources. Sani Abacha’s loot is still stashed away in Switzerland, did he use it to develop the north? Those that stole billions under GEJ stashed it away in foreign banks, bought expensive toys, jets and foreign homes, are they using it to develop the south? Now the ones stealing currently, including the “grasscutters”, are looking for Ikoyi apartments, abandoned houses, and pit toilets to hide it, are they using it for the youths in their tribe? NO!

Youths shine your eyes ! Don’t always fall for this tribal, religious sentiments over and over again. Nigeria is bigger than these corrupt elites. They are the problem, not the poor masses.
PropertiesRe: Construction Of 2units 4bedroom Apartment On Half Plot (pictures), Lekki Scheme2 by olatoyib: 1:40pm On Apr 08, 2017
This roofing style is different from common one. any advantage over the other? Thanks
CareerRe: One Time Life Investment That Can Make You Smile To The Bank Everyday. by olatoyib: 9:32pm On Feb 25, 2017
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PropertiesRe: Engineer To Manage Ur Site In Ibadan. by olatoyib(op): 11:38am On Feb 24, 2017
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PropertiesEngineer To Manage Ur Site In Ibadan. by olatoyib(op): 11:29am On Feb 24, 2017
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PropertiesRe: How To Build Your Comfortable House Earning Little (detailed) Pt 2 by olatoyib: 12:14pm On Jan 27, 2017
saydfact:
No7: Tiles (Next up for estimate is tiling works)

Welcome after such a long break.

For tiling we'll assume all floors would be tiles and only toilet and bathroom walls up-to 2.1m (lintel level) would receive tiles.

From the drawings attached:

a. Total Floor Area of Bedroom, Lobbies etc = 37.98m2
b. Living / Dinning room = 37.10m2
c. Toilets and bathroom (floor) = 9.16m2
d. Toilets and bathroom (wall) = 24.9 * 2.1 = 52.29m2
e. Kitchen and store = 16.99m2

Total Square Meter = 105m2 (approx)

The reason we separated the areas is because we would use slightly more expensive tiles in the public spaces e.g living room than in the private spaces e.g bedroom

Rates of Tiles for:
a. @ N2,200 per square meter = 84K
b. @ N3,350 per square meter = 125K
c. @ N1,250 per square meter = 12K
d. @ N1,200 per square meter = 63K
e. @ N1,200 per square meter = 21K

Total Material Cost: N305,000:00k (to reduce cost of material, you could go for cheaper floor tiles especially in the Living and Bedroom areas, or change totally to cheaper options like Rubber (Nasco) tiles in the private spaces e.g Bedrooms)

Transportation Cost: N20k (depending on distance of purchase)
Labour Cost: 105 * 450/m2 = approx 50k
Sand 20 tonnes = 55k (Max)
Cement = about 30 bags @ N2350 = 71k
miscellaneous = 10k

Total in this Section: 196k

Grand Total: N501,000:00K (Five Hundred and One Thousand Naira Only)



No8:
To Be Continued:
Stay Tuned.... THANKS.
Thanks for the valuable Knowledge . I think Plastering and Rendering should come before tiles activities
PropertiesRe: What Can I Build On This Land? by olatoyib: 11:49am On Jan 26, 2017
46.66 + 53.99 +18.5 + 18.20 =134.35m
The land is more than a plot. it is possible to have 2units of 2bedrooms and 4 self contain room and parlor but parking space may not be enough if all tenants get car.
Call me let's talk. 08058525241

BusinessRe: Online Part-time Job Package: 10$+ Per Task. by olatoyib(op): 9:19am On Oct 06, 2016
captiansteve:
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BusinessRe: Online Part-time Job Package: 10$+ Per Task. by olatoyib(op): 5:54pm On Oct 05, 2016
Onelovetayz:
You better don't stress yourself on this site, because they won't pay you kobo let alone cent. Steer clear of it.
have u test it?. because my payment withdraw is keeping increasing with task completed.
BusinessRe: Online Part-time Job Package: 10$+ Per Task. by olatoyib(op): 3:58pm On Oct 05, 2016
I am still trying to get more information about the site thanks.
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PropertiesRe: How Many Rooms Can A 40x50 Plot Of Land Contain? by olatoyib: 12:35pm On Sep 25, 2016
MicroBox:
Please mine is 40 by 40 but in highbrow area..
though a bit expensive but the location is cool. Please what can I put that will match the surrounding houses..
this is sample of 4 bedrooms duplex that can suit your land. contact me on 08058525241 for more detail.

BusinessRe: Dr A.M Ali-madani Visits Buhari (Photos) by olatoyib: 8:06pm On Aug 22, 2016
tim1256:
Is there anything like Christianity bank in Nigeria?
Just asking though
because u don't see interest as something bad though is forbidden in the Bible.
PropertiesRe: Building A Block Of Four 3-bedroom Flats -my Journey. by olatoyib: 6:40am On Aug 08, 2016
Nice one. God will make it easy 4 u to completion on time. pls what is difference between doing surveying and updating surveying plan?
PoliticsRe: Osinbajo, Ambode, Mimiko At RCCG 64th Convention by olatoyib: 8:58pm On Aug 06, 2016
Nobody comments they want to Christianize Nigeria grin
Car TalkVulcanizer In Nigeria Are Killing People by olatoyib(op): 11:02am On Aug 01, 2016
Many people have been wondering what could be the cause of the incessant tyre burst accidents on Nigerian roads. The major cause is that we put too much pressure in our tyres. How did I know?
I was preparing for a journey, I changed some of my tyres and I asked the vulcanizer that 'what is the recommended tyre pressure?' He said 50. I said alright, he should inflate it to 50 all round.
When I got to where I was going, I was discussing with some people on the issue of the minister that died on the road due to a burst tyre and wonder what could have happened because nobody could imagine a minister would be travelling with expired tyres as many would think is the major cause of tyre bursts.
A man (lived in US for many years) said that the major cause of tyre burst in Nigeria is that we put too much pressure in our tyres and that each car has recommended tyre size and pressure clearly written on it by the manufacturer.
I was surprised and begged him to come and show me where it's written on my car. To my greatest surprise, it's by the drivers door which I enter everyday without noticing it.
By the time we checked, the recommended pressure for my tyres is 32! and I just traveled with tyres on a pressure of 50! He took me round his compound and showed me that of the cars (which includes a jeep and a sienna) there, the highest was 32. Some were even 29!
He further explained that tyres are made of rubber and expand at high temperature. So, when you are travelling in the afternoon when the asphalt on the road is hot, the tyre will want to expand. If the pressure in the tyre is too much and wouldn't accommodate the expansion, a burst is likely to happen at that time.
Pls check the recommended tyre pressure for your vehicle and others you know.
As many as possible Nigerians need to read this.
thanks.
copied.
PropertiesRe: Meet The Bird, Architect That Didnt Attend Any School by olatoyib: 6:01pm On Jul 04, 2016
Not only Architect but also Structural Engineer
Christianity EtcRe: Is Going To Church Without Covering Your Hair A Sin? by olatoyib: 5:37pm On Aug 25, 2013
[quote author=JesusisLord85]Any ex muslims able to tell me why the daughters of Ishmael (Arab women) cover their heads?

[Allah (God) commands females in different place in d only Quran 2 cover their bodies including their heads. Let me give u 2 evidences § QURAN33 VS 59 Asab & QURAN24 VS 31 Nur.]
Christianity EtcRe: Is Going To Church Without Covering Your Hair A Sin? by olatoyib: 5:06pm On Aug 25, 2013
My brothers and sisters. This is a clear evidence from the bible. Women go and use veil or ijab and come to islam.

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