temjul:


Following ....

Thanks for following.

I hope you can benefit somewhats from the thread.

jjhnja44es:
Efiks enslaved and sold mostly Ibibios ,some present day Central Cross river, and Igbos from the hinterland who were captured by Arochukwu and sold to Efiks to be sold to the European Merchants. Some Efiks at the bottom of society were also sold by elite Efiks .
Efik culture was dominant and more influential. whether most of the slaves were Efiks or not, Efik culture and methods survived in the Americas.

I think a good example would be the fact that the English culture survived and thrived in North America even though the English were fewer in number. For example,you would be hard pressed to find a pure English descendant American founder . Most white Americans today are actually German,Dutch ,Irish,Scottish,Italian descendants who adopted English names to fit in , as oppose to the original English whose culture was Dominant though had smaller population. Donald Trump , George Bush, John Kennedy,Hulk Hogan are not English blood like George Washington , Bill Clinton,Abraham Lincoln, or Andrew Jackson.
And in the Akwacross area today you can see the same pattern played out as Ibibio and annang adopted original Efik names and methods .names such as Bassey , Essien, Ekanem,Edet, Inyang, Etim, Edem,Ansa,Ekeng,, etc. They were not allowed to adopt some elite Anglo Efik names such as Ironbar, Duke,Henshaw, Hogan,Yellow-duke, Archibong, Effiom, etc. Those names were maintained in small circles and traced to lineage.

Originally Assibong

I typically do not respond to naysayers, time wasters and scam prone individuals especially in an anonymous platform such as this one. However I am obligated this time for the sake of posterity to bring about a certain degree of clarification here.

On the strength of the above I would like to emphasize that this is a legitimate project that has already taken place in several schools already. This is however the first time that I am soliciting of participants from this forum.

There is no request for payment of any sort. In the course of the entire activity you will not be called upon to make any registration, subscription or indeed any other payment. Its a simple model;

We identify, screen and approve your eligibility and appoint you as an ambassador.

You undergo a free remote training (usually via Whatsapp)

You are guided through a practical session.

If the model suits you and we are satisfied with your performance at this stage we swing into action that will ensure you earn as advertised.

Again, no scam here.
Just a genuine process aimed at adding a little extra income to the pockets of serious and business minded undergraduates.

If you are a bona-fide student in any Higher Institution in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo and Osun States and you would like to make some extra cash on a daily/week basis then this post is for you.

You do not need any capital, neither do you need any shop or container. Should you meet our expectations you will be appointed our Campus Brand Ambassador.

All we seek from you is integrity, sincerity and honesty.

If you are application is considered and you are shortlisted, you will undergo a free remote training via whatsapp/text message and also undertake a sampling/survey experience right in your campus to ascertain your eligibility for the role. Shortlisting will commence immediately. All applicants will receive a response within 48 hours of applying.

Only a specific number of Ambassadors will be hired per Institution.

If you consider this interesting kindly send your details via whatsapp/text message to the number quoted below;

Zero, Eight Zero, Three, Three, Three. Four, Zero, Four, One, One

Details required include;

Full Names,

Age,
Name/Location of Institution,

Department/Programme of Study

Year of Study,

Address while in School (on-campus/off-campus)

odimbannamdi:
Clearance Travelling seat

There will be a vacant seat with a family travelling to the East (Abia State precisely) tomorrow.

Take-off time: 4:30 - 5am

Take-off point: Ibafo

Price is 9,000

Ride will be very very comfortable, AC used intermittently and the family projects to arrive Abia state before 1PM, meaning you can still meet your other engagements same day.

If your location is far, we can arrange a sleep-over for you around here

Ideal person should have a small load. You will need to come with a means of identification. Also, you would have to quote me with your main moniker here.

Call 08128...990....68...5

You may have a passenger.

Serious minded and very honest umemployed youths who may desire some daily income in return for selling a very fast moving product in their immediate locality may get in contact with me via Whatsapp;

080 Three Three 3 Four 0 Four One 1.

Absolutely no capital required for this activity.

I can only handle a few people who must be based in Lagos Mainland.

ONNYX:
STEP ONE:

As would be expected, this would be the most important stage of the business venture.

What is involved at this point is information gathering. It is actually very simple as what is required is for the potential distributor to hit the road and seek out relevant information as regards bread sales in his immediate environment.

The most important information he needs to seek out are listed below;

1. What is the fastest moving bread size in that locality; Is it the 400.00, 250.00, 100.00 or 50.00?

2. Which is the preferred brand of bread in that neighbourhood and why?

3. How do the resellers get their supplies and how regularly?

4. What is the shelf-life of the preferred brand?

5. What is the average purchase volumes of the individual retailers?

Please note that these questions are no means exhaustive.

A closer and regular interaction with the vendors would reveal far more than a one off formal inquiry.

Please read the quoted text which appears earlier on this thread.

So the very first step in starting out as a bread merchant is to conduct a comprehensive survey of the locality with a view to unveiling the fastest selling bread size/type in that market.

This could be attained using a number of measures but the one that I would advise is through striking some chord with the retailer such that he is open to provide this information for you in sincere terms.

The target here should be thefolllowing;

1. Mallam/Aboki Gate house shops,

2. The regular provisions shops .......

and of course

3. The smaller to medium sized supermarkets in your neighbourhood.

The result of this survey is what will help you in deciding objectively where to start from and what type of bread to start out with.

Comments and questions please before we move to Step Two.

connkg:
Welcome back, Sir!

Thanks!

This at least a lone evidence that I was missed and that one or two people may have found my write-up interesting or perhaps even useful.

Applications still welcome!

All interested candidates should please read the vacancy advert very carefully before applying.
Kindly adhere strictly to the instructions.

ONNYX:
RETAIL SPECIALIST ! ! ! ! !

We are a Specialized Bake-House located in Lagos with particular interest in creating and developing effective demand for our top notch products which include but are not limited to Superior Quality Daily Bread, Special Bread and High-end Confectionery products.

We seek to recruit young, smart and serious minded candidates to fill the above stated position. The preferred candidates must be residents of Lagos. Prior consideration will be given candidates residing within the proximity of Ojodu-Berger, Alagbole and Iju-Ishaga, Fagba, Iju-Ajuwon, Obawole etc.

Qualifications for the role are a minimum of ND or NCE. B.Sc./ HND holders may also apply. Experienced SSCE candidates who have held similar positions or performed very similar roles in other companies may also be considered for the position.

The job description is a simple model which requires the employee identifying medium - high traffic retail outlets and converting them into consistent patrons of our products thus being a willing conduit for our products to reach our desired consumers. A more important role for this position is the customer management function. Customers must be consistently communicated with and supported.

This is a field job and requires a lot of movement within the assigned territory. It requires a combined thrust of marketing, sales, delivery and very effective customer management and support. The selected candidate works days a week with a sales vehicle and has a van driver as a member of his/her team.

Remuneration is very attractive and competitive. It is multi-tiered with monthly salary, weekly commissions and quarterly bonuses. Suffice to state here that it is among the very best in the industry.

All applications will be given equal consideration as we pride ourselves in being an equal opportunities provider.

Qualified and interested candidates may send in their applications (cover letter and updated CV) to
onyxxbleu@gmail.com





Please ensure that the position applied for is stated as the subject of the mail.

RETAIL SPECIALIST ! ! ! ! !

We are a Specialized Bake-House located in Lagos with particular interest in creating and developing effective demand for our top notch products which include but are not limited to Superior Quality Daily Bread, Special Bread and High-end Confectionery products.

We seek to recruit young, smart and serious minded candidates to fill the above stated position. The preferred candidates must be residents of Lagos. Prior consideration will be given candidates residing within the proximity of Ojodu-Berger, Alagbole and Iju-Ishaga, Fagba, Iju-Ajuwon, Obawole etc.

Qualifications for the role are a minimum of ND or NCE. B.Sc./ HND holders may also apply. Experienced SSCE candidates who have held similar positions or performed very similar roles in other companies may also be considered for the position.

The job description is a simple model which requires the employee identifying medium - high traffic retail outlets and converting them into consistent patrons of our products thus being a willing conduit for our products to reach our desired consumers. A more important role for this position is the customer management function. Customers must be consistently communicated with and supported.

This is a field job and requires a lot of movement within the assigned territory. It requires a combined thrust of marketing, sales, delivery and very effective customer management and support. The selected candidate works days a week with a sales vehicle and has a van driver as a member of his/her team.

Remuneration is very attractive and competitive. It is multi-tiered with monthly salary, weekly commissions and quarterly bonuses. Suffice to state here that it is among the very best in the industry.

All applications will be given equal consideration as we pride ourselves in being an equal opportunities provider.

Qualified and interested candidates may send in their applications (cover letter and updated CV) to
onyxxbleu@gmail.com





Please ensure that the position applied for is stated as the subject of the mail.

Wow!
Its been quite an age.

I've not been able to post on Nairaland for several months now owing to a very tight schedule.

The events of the year 2020 has however propelled me to once again make a little contribution to those interested in the food and beverages segment of the economy. This will be done by reviewing and updating this thread for those interested in starting or expanding their foray into the bread distribution business.

I will also attempt to update my other threads regarding the bakery business.

I hope you guys read and follow the thread to keep it as exciting and as productive as may be required.

richie240:

My brother, nothing funny there o!
Our ppl say "As rat hand short reach, na so e dey take am wipe hin face (successfully)." o.

If we are to be realistic with ourselves, we shdnt expect a grade C school charging grade C school fees to pay like grade A schools

E nor juss balance at all, at all!
#CutUrCoatAccordingToUrCloth

Oil dey your head Bro.
This is one of the most objective and balanced posts I have seen on Nairaland in recent times.
Objective, balanced, realistic and most of all devoid of any sense of entitlement synonymous with many 'educated' Nigerian applicants.

prettiecutie:
I need a job too i reside in Lagos.07064409803.Thankd

Can you work as a Brand Ambassador?
Its a Part time Contract job spanning one month.

You work 2 days per week.

The contract is also renewable based on performance.

temjul:

This is an informative thread..

I am happy you found it useful.

It will be nice if you came back and informed that you actually implemented it and drew benefits therefrom.

I am available to provide you with free guidance on how top set out on this journey attain profitability within the shortest possible time.
Please note that this offer of guidance can only be provided remotely (phone calls and whatsapp) please.

Best wishes.

savysu:
The pictures
1. 3 deck imported oven. Neatly used
2. Food display bane marie
3. 25kg bread mixer

You really need to re-work the prices you advertised.

It is obvious that you are completely oblivious of prices of new equipment in the market.

You are advertising a 3 deck/ trays oven for 600,000.00? That is preposterous.
A brand new oven of similar capacity will be acquired at that very price.

As a matter of fact with an additional 100k you will get a 9 trays oven if you know how to deal in Alaba Int.

Note that my intention is not to rain on your parade but to show you how you can quickly offload this equipment.

You may wish to consider my advice which is truly heartfelt.

aji2000:
@ONNYX, please update us, we are eagerly waiting for your next point.

Have you taken action so far on any of the suggestions made above?

Why don't you share your experience here so that others can learn from you too?

This vacancy has been re-opened.

Interested candidates should please apply.

I have received a significant number of requests from many readers who seek guidance as they intend to start out in the bread distribution business.

Many of them usually start out with complaints of not having enough capital. Very sad and defeatist position as you will soon realize.

It is on the strength of this that I wish you write a few lines about commencing a thriving bread distribution business.

In the next few posts I will be describing the startup requirements for those who are interested in starting out as distributors.

I will take it from a three dimensional approach so that everyone who is interested can identify the category where he/she fits in and start out from there.

Please note that even though it is crafted with Lagos as the basis, it will be a broad perspective and can be adapted for use in any part of the country.

If you have any comments or seek further clarification, you may raise it here.

Even during this crisis, some small business are still plying their trade and making money in the process especially those in the essential services segment.

There are many lessons to be drawn from here.

I work in a bakery and I can tell you there has been no dull moment.

We produce everyday even though we have experienced a 13% drop in our production volume but we are still producing nonetheless.

Our distributors have also been making money especially those ones that have their own cars and come to the bakery to lift products.

For those who don’t have vehicles we have worked out a mutually beneficial delivery arrangement that ensures that we have a win-win situation.

On the whole it has been an interesting experience even though we also look forward to a return to normalcy.

Waksdabos:
Hi,
I have 200k in the bank. I like multiplying my money instead of keeping it in the bank without much interest. Due to the nature of my job I can't kick start a business for now.

Nairalanders, pls I need genuine platform with proven track record to invest my money for a reasonable ROI (Return On Investment).

PLS, DON'T RECOMMEND PONZI SCHEME OR SHADDY INVESTMENTS.

Would you be willing to fund a new product line within an existing business with 5% monthly profit with quarterly cycles?

Commencement would be on the 1st May 2020 with a termination date of July 2020 when your entire investment is returned.

Your monthly 5% would however be paid on 31st May, 30th June and 31st July (together with the capital).

The above arrangement is irrespective of the Covid19 Lock-Down.

Beedude:

People that cant run a small grocery shop successfully will be bringing theories from books written by a white man without considering the environment such business operates. Now i see why the rate of unemployment is high in this country. An average graduate just wanna be employed and collect paycheck at the end of the month. Such mentality will further increase the rate of unemployment after this pandemic

I don't understand why we are so enamoured by the deadbeat concept; 'graduate'. If you are running any business in Nigeria and have had need to interview for vacant roles you will come to real terms with the emptiness of that word as given expression by the majority of contemporary school leavers. It is a very sad situation but it is not discussed because of the sensitivity of the subject matter.

The school system is just producing husks for us at least in the majority of cases.

Somebody will be telling you that salaries should not be paid from immediate income which in real terms is not practicable for a small business that is perhaps new underfunded, underpatronized and run by inexperienced though passionate minds.

An interaction with those Alhajas selling lace and Guinea brocade in Tinubu square will unveil the mockery of an educational system and its products.

Experience will yet come to our aid in everything.

With the obvious lack of any reasonable palliative for its citizenry the Nigerian state will have to undergo a very grim post Lock-Down experience.

Our government is not providing any stimulus for small and medium businesses that will have immediate and direct impact on the macro economic ecosystem. Companies were already under-performing as a result of the very poor economic atmosphere prior to the Covic 19 induced lock-down.

While I do not wish to appear completely pessimistic it is important that we look at this thing the way it actually is. Its going to be a very tough phase in our evolution. This knowledge should however not terrorize us but prepare us to face headlong the reality that will be presented at the end of the lock-down.

I am of the opinion that despite the fact that things look rather dour, if one should open his/her eyes and look closely and perhaps shift our paradigms a little one could emerge unscathed from all of this. the only way this can happen is for you to be prepared.

So many people will take advantage of the gaps that will emerge as a result of this Lock-down crisis and thus set a foundation for greatness from there.

Others will refuse to look at the opportunities but will rather brand themselves as victims of the pandemic.

Truth be told the labour market is going to be stretched beyond its seams as a result of job cuts and company insolvencies.

There will be a hue and cry everywhere. Government will not be able to help because they will be overwhelmed naturally.

Despite this a lot of people will still be able to stand tall and swim through the murky waters of the post Covid lock-down environment.

Will you be among the strong?

How do you intend to weather this storm?

sucess001:
Depends on your management.

A well run organisation [/b]can still pay and absorb a months salary despite no revenue.

After a month, they may start slashing or laying off.

I see a lot of people commenting that companies can't pay...[b]but the company should be paying salaries from immediate income. Shows poor cash flow planning

I hope this is only applies to only large establishments as many of the smaller ones cannot run this efficiently at least in this economy.

Finally, there is a clear cut distinction between theory and reality.

It doesn't look like you have any experience running a shoe string or hamstrung budget micro business.

What good can possibly come out of the isolation we are all going through at the moment?

We seem to have a lot of idle time on our hands.

What can we accomplish with this time?

How can it be put to use to bring about some benefits in the immediate and remote future?

What lessons have been brought to bear on us as individuals and as a people?

I suppose that this lock-down experience would have different effects on different people depending on your world view.

I am of the opinion that this experience can be used for good. It is for this reason that I will create some time during this break to discuss possibilities that can arise as a result of this experience.

Please let it be known that we live in a country where we cannot in our right minds expect anything from government by way of stimulant packages, palliatives and any other form of support.

It therefore becomes our direct responsibility to cater for ourselves (and our immediate dependents) directly and in all ramifications.

I will expand on the opportunities that exist in the foods distribution business especially as it is directly related to an area where I have some considerable experience and competence; Bread distribution.

Thank you so much for this post.

Nigerians are really unreasonable.

May our ignorance not eventually be our bane.

Kinikini:
Your vituperations speak more to your character than to the person you responded to. The guy said you should reason together. Was that too much? Anyway, supposing the guy runs a business that was already distressed and over burdened with multiple taxations as is currently the case with most SME? Do you expect the company to pay salary for work not done. Even abroad with strong SME, the workers are not going to be paid and the more reason they filed for unemployment benefit with the government. Everyone whose salary is impacted by the COVID 19 pandemic could approach the government for a bail out rather than expect a business owner already being strangulated by the government with multiple taxes and lack of supporting infrastructure to bail them out. Finally, what happens to savings made by employees from prior salaries? No one expect this and we should just look for a common ground depending on the employees and the organization's ability. There should be no entitlement mentality on this matter.
quote author=hamid6249 post=88456278]What stupid rationale?this shows how wicked you are in real life ,so thier familiesshould be eating sand during the lock down and you expect them to come back licking your ass when the lockdown is over ,I'm sorry you are nothing less than those Lebanese that uses our brothers like slaves.what happens to advance salary,soft loans ,reduction in salary to accommodate partial loss of revenue , small stipend to at lease get food for their families ..oga you are a wicked or intending wicked boss

hamid6249:
What stupid rationale?this shows how wicked you are in real life ,so thier familiesshould be eating sand during the lock down and you expect them to come back licking your ass when the lockdown is over ,I'm sorry you are nothing less than those Lebanese that uses our brothers like slaves.what happens to advance salary,soft loans ,reduction in salary to accommodate partial loss of revenue , small stipend to at lease get food for their families ..oga you are a wicked or intending wicked boss

Wow! Its amazing how you can profile personalities just by reading between the lines in every post made.

Hamid, the venom in your post is forgivable primarily because you have no idea of how a small business runs especially in this country.

Many small businesses are operating on the edge of the precipice. Indeed I know many bakeries that have shut down (hopefully this is temporary)
just because of the increase in the cost of essential raw materials. Some have also been threatened because they operate with a minimal gross profit margin which is predicated on a keen competition the are facing in their segment.

At the end of every month they can barely meet payments to suppliers and other contingent costs.

I will however assume that your post was anchored on your humanitarian leaning and not on experience as a business owner or as a dispassionate observer of the economy and our local business atmosphere.

Please understand that many companies are operating on hope and it will take a while before they break even and thus have a reservoir they can tap into. These are definitely not easy times for the business owner.

Many suggestions have been advanced above and some of them are quite sterling. The solution i would like to proffer is that when work resumes workers should work a bit smarter and harder to ensure that things get back to normal as soon as possible.

One of the options available is that there will be no bonuses and 13th month this year. Companies should collapse those monies into April salary and start paying it off weekly.

Where there is a will there is a way.

Hello guys!

Would this be a good time to continue with this thread?