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chucky234: For the 2 million Nigerians in the UK only 5 people have been able to share their success stories,that's not even 1%.
Pls people should share the success stories for us to see but be honest about it because we know cooked up stories or tales when we see one,we can detect if you are a roadside agbero in London by mere reading of your post no matter the grammar used to convinced us.

In response to your question, here's my own story so your 2million becomes 1.9million .

Completed my Secondary Education in Nigeria, came over to the UK for my degrees, by Gods special grace, got my first degree, (BEng, Hons) and Masters (MEng). Degree was paid for by Parents, through science research scholarship, pay from work I did on behalf of University faculty while working as a student representative.

Applied for jobs with very few companies, got a graduate job with a Multinational Aerospace company one month after graduation. 18 months after, left the company for another multinational Aerospace company, managing multi-million pounds project cutting across Europe, US, China, India, Russia, etc. With exposure to high profile caliber professionals and global experts! God has been faithful and His grace has being abundant for me

While the story might be sweet to tell today, I know it did not all happen by my effort! I am a believer in God and an ardent respect for the common laws, and also hard working. I could remember when some Nigerians in the UK then were fleecing banks thinking they were smarter, and I completely held on to my faith in God. But today, when I meet some of them they ask, how did you even manage to get this job and pass the stringent level of security attached to it? Well my answer to them and to others planning of coming to the UK is this: Do what is right in the eyes of the UK laws and be honest with people.

I will say this: All the Nigerians that were in these same set with me in my faculty in University have remained in the UK and guess what, they are all working for multi-nationals in UK, Australia, US and other parts of Europe.

....And lastly, I know I am a good ambassador of Nigeria as I have made the country and humanity proud and I will continue to do that. And to others going through the challenge of getting a job, or those studying and hoping to get a job in some of these multi-national companies, do your best to be the best amongst your peers in university and keep your records clean!

[size=18pt]BEAF I SAY SHUT IT IN![/size], Instead of you to hide your head in shame that you can not comprehend a simple construct, you're still spewing rubbish in this thread. Even Patience Jonathan would weep for you!

Apostasy? Yea, very true! People do not be deceived, stand your ground and hold on tenaciously to your FAITH! These are the signs of the end of this age. When you see those who claim to belong to the Faith suddenly beginning to look for it again, God save their soul is my prayer for them. I love all men but Islam has no place in God.

Those who say Pastor Bakare is not a Pastor anymore, question: Are you the one that called Him into ministry? Are you the one that gave birth to Him in ministry? God did!
@ Karl Max: Since when did the anointing became subject to your calling that yea be the one to decide? If you truly have a Godly heart, would you not go in your closet and pray for the Pastor if you're so convinced that He is "lost" it? Again I ask you, are you the one that called Him into ministry? Or did you give Him the vision, dreams or place the call upon Him to say He has lost it?

Let us be very careful, least in our own piety, we condemn ourselves unto eternal destruction! If your eyes were to be truly opened, you would be shocked that this same Pastor you speak so negatively about is whom the Spirit "utters" through every night concerning this affairs of the country!

Regard,

Seeing these pictures, I weep for Ebonyi And can someone answer me why in the East, even in their "so called rich men quarters" they always build tall houses that are ugly, have no architectural taste, and adds no beauty to the skyline

At least as someone who has been to and lived in these Eastern states; Anambra, Imo, Abia, Rivers, Enugu, I know what I am talking about! But when I travel through places like Benin, especially in their G.R.A, my eyes are full with architectural beauties.

centje: One thing i picked frm this is boldness. Buh he never said much abt northern leaders,they are much needed to solve this boko haram. Am really suprised they never bombed any other church after d reprisal attack.

You do not need a Northern leader to solve anything! What you end up with is pacifying the greedy and that is exactly where GEJ got it all worng on Boko Haram. He was rightly advised from the beginning not to trade on the path, He never listened. After He has given out the millions to the so called Northern leaders to calm their supposedly 'street boys', He became clear to him that Boko Haram goes beyond Nigeria! Boko Haram is an ideology and if anyone thinks He can win a war of ideology by boots and guns alone, you are only wasting your time!

So then what should GEJ's government do? Restore faith in government by tackling those elements that have used Boko Haram as their stepping stones to wealth! Get the Judiciary working again both for government and the common man on the street. Embark on aggressive development of the whole of Nigeria. I am sure if most of those Northern youths see how they too can become the new Dangote in a new Nigeria where they see government helping them to realize their dreams and utilize their talents rather than being an oppressor, I am sure they would be the ones to fight Boko Haram!

Imagine if since GEJ's government came to power and all over Nigeria people are witnessing phased improvement in electricity, roads, hospitals, schools and agriculture. Do you think they would not unite with the government and fight Boko Haram like the people of Edo State united with Oshionhole to fight the 'Real Boko Haram aka PDP' ?

Enough said!

Beaf: The so-called budget implementation is the pettiest and most desperate reason I've ever heard to threaten impeachment with.
For me, the reps who are demanding 100% implementation before September for a budget that was approved in April (3 months ago) are nothing but a pack of fools. Of course, we know they are embittered only by GEJ's refusal to go with their annual ra'pe of the treasury as "constituency projects.".

[size=18pt]As for the debt you mention, check how much your state is borrowing, cos it goes into Nigeria's debt profile[/size]. The reason being that all states are so useless that they can't exist without FG handouts. If we the people see nothing wrong in our states being havens of mediocrity whose only source of revenue is Abuja, then it is clear that we the citizens have very deep issue's indeed.
Tunde Bakare's own issues are clear enough, he has not hesitated to hint that he is driven by a singular lust for his own share oil awuf and exploitation of the Niger Delta. Indeed, he habors a grudge against the Niger Delta for demanding resource control.

Pastors do not preach division and bigotry, only demons do. Tunde Bakare is a demon.

@ bold and enlarged!..Chairman committee of 40 laptops thieves will you SHUT UP and stop spreading falsehood? Or do you not know what any serious "Central" government would put in place rules that would checkmate the recklessness of any state government? Has GEJ's government or to put it better, will GEJ's government ever summon the courage to keep the activities of the reckless governors who are borrowing for embezzlement in check? What stops him from working with the national assembly to amend the relevant acts of the constitution? After all, state governments do that with state laws to checkmate what some of them see as the excesses of the Local government chairmen who they Lord over! FYI, not all states rely on the handouts from the FG! We know those states who can afford to pay the wages and still embark on meaningful development.

I guess the same way some of out Niger Delta brothers called Ken Saro wiwa names when He first raised the issue or self emancipation for the people of Niger Delta! Here is a man telling the truth with all boldness and helping the people of our beloved Niger Delta see how they are being deceived big time, yet you call such a man a demon.

Should GEJ continue with this trend, and I pray He summons the courage to do what is right for Nigeria and Niger Delta as well, otherwise, what will befall him after He has left Aso Rock will be worst than what Obasanjo is getting right now from His own people.

Ask you this question: Since GEJ became president of Nigeria, how many Nigerians who had no shoes before can truly come out today and say yes in GEJ's time I got my own shoes to wear too?

Reading some of the comments here, one can only think of one thing: Nigerians are a difficult and desperately wicked people . Why would a people hate their own so much and have preference for what is foreign?
Those that are comparing the "presumed" cost of this movie to Angelina Jolie's wages, maybe they need to go find out how much those Indian, Fiji, Chinese movies cost that they would sit with their 'beans' eyes wild open

The truth remains: It takes a man or woman of good mind to see what is good an appreciate it! Unfortunately, very few Nigerians especially those who by hook or crook have lived outside the shores of the country. I know someone will tell me I am generalizing, just maybe, this is exactly what I see and hear from Nigerians most times here in the UK. Some one claimed Odeon was rubbish cinema, hence the reason the movie could be rated there - It just shows the level of their reasoning capability!

A very big congratulations to all those patriotic Nigerians who are making positive impacts in Nigeria with their creative minds and are making conscious effort to raise the standards and promote genuine Nigeria products and services the world over! To those who like to hate, continue, I am sure we know who History would celebrate!

What more can one say? What many people may not know is that there are lots of people out there who are going through what this OP has posted here! It takes a boy or a girl who has died to self to hear that voice and follow immediately especially when the OP said everything about the two of them "makes sense".

To the OP, do not act like Samuel who had the call but ran to the prophet! Since you said God spoke to you, then that is the finality. Better you God give thanks to God for stopping you in your tracks! Not everyone has the privilege of being stop, they end up going through the bitter lesson before seeing the light. Why that is I may not have the answer, but always... I will trust in God who knows the end from the beginning!

calebrita: i felt bad and tear rolled down my cheek after watching it. pls we have 928868 members on nairaland is it possible for all of us to contribute at least N100 each for development of this school. we are not better than them its just that we only have opportunity that was given to us by God.

I think that is a good idea, if only Seun is not part of the PDP, I would have nominated him to do the collection! So how much is 100 naira in Pounds Sterling then?...

mitwitdot: the governor of the state drives and with 8 cars on the road all new and exotic....sure the price of one of those cars will improve the condition of learning of pupils n school. God's judgement is going to start here on earth on those people who inflict pain n hardship....if not them, their children

I think what you should have asked is: What is the present government's policy on education in terms on development? I remember when Oshiomhole started, people said the same thing and some even went on the Internet with pictures of leaking roofs in schools. Unknown to many, Oshiomhole was drawing out a plan on how to tackle the rot in the primary and post primary educational sector. With the brain of Professor Osaherenhen, He was able to come up with a blue print that saw the revamp of schools in the state.

So I ask again, do you know what the Amosun led administration has in palce in terms of education given that the government is barely 1,1/2 years into her reigns. Even in my very good example of Edo state, you will still find schools like the ones posted by this OP in the rural areas, but the good thing is that the current government is now well position at revamping ALL the schools within her budgets and that leaves one with hope that in no distant future, the entire state would witness a huge lift in terms of primary and secondary school infrastructure.

jude33084: JONA spits saliva in his palms and starts rubbing it all over his head.
Teacher: JONA!!!!!,,,,,What stupid thing are you doing ...what is the essence of smearing your head with saliva
JONA: Madam! I overheard my mum last night telling dad in their bedroom that if it is hard and not entering properly that H̲̅€ should apply saliva on the head and it will surely enter and because wat u'r teaching is nt entering,I had 2 rub saliva on my head.
*Class ended

Who allowed you into this room? .. no wonder you had to re-take primary school examination 6 times!

[size=20pt]BEAF I SAY SHUT YOUR MOUTH FOR ONCE![/size]

Was this school not there during the drunken years of the PDP led government? Oh how quick your memory fades when it comes to the gross atrocities committed by PDP led government both at LG, states and FG levels. I guess anyone who went to Edo State four years ago would see similar schools dotting the state. But today under an ACN led government, schools are looking more like places where learning takes place. I know for sure that in the next 3-years, Ogun under an ACN government will out perform the incompetent PDP led governments that have ruled that state!

I tell you if she does get a good start, she will get either gold or silver! looking at her racing, she has the same run profile as Usain Bolt - I am not kidding! Bolt runs in the final thrid of the 100 meters, and thats when He begins to enjoy himself and others struggle

Wow!....She is doing Nigeria proud. Nigeria second representative in London 2012 Olympics qualified ahead of her compatriots in the third semi-final of the 100 meters field event coming first in her group! Interesting, looking at the clocking posted by other finalist, Blessing's 10.92 seconds puts her 5th giving her a real chance of getting a medal in the 100 meter finals!

Congrats to Her and all those who kept her in this level of performance!

Finally people are beginning to see the stupidity in the whole security apparatus in Nigeria! How on earth can the SSS and Police parade two different sets of people accused of committing the same crime? I mean, the SSS parade a gang in Abuja, while the Police in Benin City paraded another gang whom they alleged confessed to haven committed the crime!

What a SHAME OF A NATION Even then I still believe Nigeria 'shall' be saved from the hands of these 'beast of humans'

Vicjustice: You can't sue them over a missing luggage (especially when you are using the economic class ticket).
The possibility of such losses is in the terms & conditions that you agreed to during your ticket purchase: this is why they recommend you buy a travel insurance

Is this inline with the ICAO requirements of Airlines? I doubt hence I strongly disagree with your opinion.

If you're visiting france in August, beware that August is the month of national holidays so you would have to pay more for your holidays! as for places to visit, you can go down North-West to see the Pyrenees down in Olorn-Maria, or travel down South to enjoy some chateaux if you are into Historicals . For me each time I go to Paris, I try as much as I can to escape that city, yes beautiful but hey... traffic can be terrible esp around Versailles coulibaly...

Let me for once take a stand with GEJ on this! I hate deceit and anyone who communicates in a manner that suggest deceitfulness is equal to the devil! Innately, most black people question why blacks aren't dominating the world despite their God given 'gifts'.

GEJ's comment is not racist, it timely and a wake up call for blacks everywhere to live up to their potentials rather than expecting someone to empower them to the tops.

Enough said!

In case you do not know, that is how much [size=18pt]1MILLION FAROUKAS[/size] look like!

Here's my church -Believer's Loveworld - aka CHRIST EMBASSY Statement of Faith!

This is the statement of Bible doctrine as believed and taught by the Believers’ LoveWorld Inc. aka Christ Embassy. This statement of faith has its source in the Bible and is in total agreement with the foundational principles of the doctrines of Christ.

We believe that the Bible contains the inspired and infallible Word of God. (2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1: 20-21)

We believe that there is only one God eternally existent in three persons; God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Ghost. (Ephesians 4:5-6, Gen. 1:26, Matthew 3:16-17)

We believe in the deity of Christ. (John 1: 1-4; John 10:30; Hebrews 1:1-5)
a. He was born of a virgin (Matthew 1:18-25; Luke 1:30-35)
b. He was conceived of the Holy Ghost (Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 1:30-35)
c. He died (John 19:30-35)
d. He rose again from the dead bodily (John 20:25-29, Luke 24:36-40)
e. He ascended into heaven bodily (1 Thessalonians 4:16-17; Matthew 29-30)

We believe in the rapture of the church and the Second coming of Christ.
(1 Thessalonians 4:16-17; Matthew 29-30)

We believe that the only means of being cleansed from sin is repentance and faith in the precious blood of Jesus
(Acts 3:19, Luke 24:47; Ephesians 1:7)

We believe regeneration by the power of the Holy Spirit through the Word of God is essential for personal salvation
(Titus 2:5, John 3:3-5, Ephesians 5:25-27)

We believe that the redemptive work of Christ on the cross provides divine healing for the body, salvation for the soul of everyone that believes.
(1 Peter 2: 24; Acts 3: 16, Acts 9: 32 – 35)

We believe that when an individual receives the Holy Ghost, he receives divine enablement for Christian service and witness.
(Acts 1: 8; 2:4; 3:1 – 26; 4:5 - 12)

We believe in the sanctifying power of the Holy Ghost.
(Romans 15: 16; 1 Corinthians 6:11)

We believe in the final resurrection of both the saved and the lost; the former to eternal life and the latter to eternal judgment.
(Revelations 20: 11 – 15; 1 Corinthians 15: 12 - 23)

Do you know and most importantly believe in your church's Statement of Faith? Have taken time to examine it to see if it aligns rightly aligns with what the scriptures rightly teaches? What does a Statement of Faith mean to you even?

In a sane clime, Sanusi Lamido would have lost His job the day He went beyond His remit of being a Monetary regulator! Yes Akingbola might be guilty, but is it within the remit of Sanusi's portfolio to declare that the asset of the man will be sold? Isn't not the an issue that AGF out to be handling? I hope He also has the asset of the Igbinedion families in His sight!

Sanusi should go and face His major remit of Economic growth and stability through monetary control. He should not forget that Hid bailed out of 'supposedly' failed banks with Billions of Tax payers money are yet to yield any returns or is He not aware of Northern Rock that was bailed out by the British tax payers barely three years ago and have already netted the tax payers a staggering £500 million profit

This thread shows how the memory of some Nigerians is so short! Nigeria is in rainy season and for God knows how long, electricity have always improved during the rainy seasons 'cos of the dams not because they have done anything tangible to warrant the improve. I remember the same improvement in electricity was shout at the roof top on here during this time last year yet few months later, it was blackest darkness for most people!

hixxx1: develop your country so that you do not need to go to theirs.

Is the UK not developed? why do we still have over 2 million Brits in Spain, 2 million plus in Australia? Sorry your point is invalid as the matter at hand has to do with racial discrimination which is severely punishable under the UK laws and these officers whether UKBA or not should be dealt with according to the law.

If I was found to be discriminatory in my job even as oga, I would face disciplinary action internally and it might even involve going to jail if it found to be a systematic thing I do. So these Immigration Officers should be treated in no different way!

Biyi1471: Who will want to fly when you see this?

I see beaf and the 40 laptop thieves are out to earn their July Salary Man must chop !

UK is expensive relative to your income! If you are an highly skilled professional or even a craftsman, and you earn somewhat around £3,500 or £4000 after Tax a month then paying £1400 as rent a month might seems not too much of a burden.

I remember being a student and earning little money, I had similar thinking that UK was so so expensive until I began to talk to working professionals, some who had take home pay almost £5000 a month after tax! And their monthly expenses was barely half of that. So for such folks, UK isn't so expensive, it all depends on how much you are willing to price your Skills set for.

If no be Chinko, who else? I thought last night was an event full of 'over do's .... Like we know the Brits for Please do not compare it with Beijing -4th Dimension ceremony, breathe taken, full of WoW moment! Me be wan even sue he Chinko for causing long neck

How shameful to read the reactions of those who yesterday falsely accused this man! Any sane individual who really want to take Gbaja to the task should go verify His claims as stated in His rebuttal instead of coming to NL continue to spill already soured milk.

[size=20pt]Not sure if that was worth £27 million though [/size]

I can see Beaf and the 40 Cyber gangster of PDP decent are on full swing today! What do you expect, month wan end...dem need to prove their worth to Oga GEJ so them go send 'em so brown envelopes too Abi hunger no dey do big boys

Nigerians are very funny people! A man saddled with the responsibility of examining the compliance of the UKBA with laid down rules and regulations have found again and again that they have refused to comply with these rules. More worrying is that there seems to be evidence of systematic discrimination with racial inclination! Yet people are putting forward all sorts of excuses. It is a known fact that UKBA discriminate and the government in power would back them simply because most of these countries have government who neither care about their citizens or also discriminate against their own people! Can UKBA do to the Chinese what they do to most citizens of Africa origin? If you do not know, here in the UK, most illegal Chinese citizens even when caught, once they claim their passport is being processed by the Chinese Embassy, the UKBA barely pursue their case further! Why?