₦airaland Forum

Dtribeless:
I guess federal contractors are doing government a favor, no? Is the infrastructure free? Have you seen the terms of the loan? You’re part of the culture of deception I referenced in my original post.

Asonaijaaso:
China does forgive Debt. Hey its 2025, information is everywhere, dont debate something you dont have the facts on.

Commentor:
Tell me how any USA aid has benefited anyone in your family and I'll tell you how Chinese-built infrastructure has benefited yours.

Dtribeless:
Funny how you have gone from First of, China never forgives debt — they only extend payment period. Please check.

And i checked, and i also came back with proof. But you still are responding with further speculations with Zero evidence to support your claims.

I see your intent is to pick and choose what you respond to but are you able to answer why the amount is unspecified? Could it be a few millions? Or could it be in exchange for access to Zimbabwe’s lithium which it now controls?

Asonaijaaso:
Could it be, would it be, had it been ?
Dont write what you cannot substantiate.
Your first statement to me was "China never forgives debt" Thats a 100% Lie.
I don't know from Adam, if you tell lies boldly like this i am forced to believe you are a liar.

Asonaijaaso:
China does forgive Debt. Hey it’s 2025, information is everywhere, dont debate something you dont have the facts on.

Dtribeless:
https://apnews.com/article/nigeria-us-aid-budget-health-c6945ecc3864c39a40f1e6b1cb3b5216

Now tell me how Chinese infrastructure that we paid for has benefited yours.

Commentor:
You're posting an article about budget shortfall.

Asonaijaaso:
Could it be, would it be, had it been ?
Dont write what you cannot substantiate.
Your first statement to me was "China never forgives debt" Thats a 100% Lie.
I don't know from Adam, if you tell lies boldly like this i am forced to believe you are a liar.

Dtribeless:
What is the shortfall replacing you should check. Nothing? If nothing was lost why replace? You go school so?

Konskott:
When will they announce China funding for railroad development in the south south? Every international funding is for the north. But why?

Commentor:
You keep referring to things that are cannot be substantiated, just like Nigerian pastor's miracles.

Commentor:
You keep referring to things that are cannot be substantiated, just like Nigerian pastor's miracles.

Dtribeless:
You mean if it’s not a road or train it cannot be substantiated? Ask yourself (no response required) why does the Nigeria need to release approximately 300 billion naira to replace something without substance? That’s why I asked if you go to school at all because you should have taken algebra and learnt some logic.

Dtribeless:
Is this substantial enough? Please check the author

https://www.lrb.co.uk/blog/2025/march/nigeria-after-usaid

Commentor:
Anybody can write anything.

Show us something that can be substantiated.

Shouldn't be that difficult.

Dtribeless:
This is an article from a Chinese newspaper on the same Zimbabwe: https://amp.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3266588/china-not-business-haircuts-zimbabwe-asks-debt-reduction-creditors

Commentor:
I thought y'all.claimed government only strals money.

I repeat, provide something that could be substantiated .

I'm sure you're older than 21 .

For 21 years, what can you point to as a direct benefit from America?

Asonaijaaso:

They haggled back and forth and later still cancelled some of their debts.
Not all.

Asonaijaaso:
It’s striking how narratives are shaped by perception, not by actions. While China is building roads and universities, and Saudi Arabia is extending investment lifelines across the continent, the U.S. is busy cutting health aid, branding nations as “security risks,” and tightening visa policies. Yet some still cling to the myth that the West is Africa’s greatest ally. True friendship shows in investment, respect, and mutual progress—not in sanctions, suspicion, or charity laced with conditions. The world is shifting, and Africa sees clearly now who builds bridges—and who builds barriers.

Asonaijaaso:
You’re half-right—but only halfway educated on the subject. Yes, China isn’t giving out aid for hugs and friendship, and yes, the West isn’t obligated to burn money. But here’s where your logic collapses: you conflate trade, aid, and diplomacy like they’re the same currency. They’re not.

Let’s break this down:
• China’s annual aid to Africa is around $3–5 billion (not counting infrastructure loans and commercial investments, which are way larger). But they also forgive debts, build hospitals, and cancel interest, which the IMF rarely does.
• The U.S. gives more humanitarian aid, but much of it is tied to conditions, funneled through U.S.-based NGOs, and rarely reaches the intended grassroots. It’s charity with strings, not partnership.
• When you say “China invests more in America than Africa”—congrats, you just described capitalism. But don’t confuse where money goes with why it goes there. Africa is a frontier market, not yet saturated. China sees long-term resource security, soft power, and influence, not just ROI.
• As for “culture of lies”—it’s rich to say that from a global stage where Wall Street sold fake bonds, Big Pharma suppressed data, and politicians lied nations into war. Every region has its demons; Africa is not uniquely dishonest—it’s uniquely scapegoated.
• The West didn’t just throw money away. It used that aid to install allies, influence politics, control trade flows, and protect corporate interests. That’s not generosity—it’s geopolitical chess.

fatherjesse:
Nigeria now totally mortgaged to China. Las las, we will become a colony of China

Thefirmorganics:
Selling our country piece by piece to China lol

erico2k2:
Only ignorant people fall for that, China has been closer to africa than anyone else.

ponziponzi:
And why should anyone cancel your debt. No one forced you to take it in the first place. Africans need to take responsibility, no one is responsible for feeding you. Wake up

ponziponzi:
At least you have someone willing to give you money to build infrastructure and help you to build it. Who else in the world can offer you this?

Thefirmorganics:
Intentional slave

ponziponzi:
I understand that you may not have enough knowledge to fully grasp economics and leveraging. It takes time and a certain level of education, so let me help a little.

A country like Nigeria cannot fund infrastructure development solely from its internal resources—it’s simply not feasible because the country doesn’t generate enough revenue to cover such large-scale projects. Nigeria's infrastructure development needs are estimated at around $3 trillion. Meanwhile, Nigeria’s projected total revenue for last year was approximately $25 billion, and considering that the country ran a deficit last year (spending more than it earned), saving to build infrastructure is just unrealistic.

To increase revenue, Nigeria needs to improve its productivity, which is not possible without essential infrastructure like power, water, and transportation. So, where will Nigeria get the funds and expertise to achieve this? From external sources. The key is to prioritize infrastructure projects that will have a high impact on the economy and the well-being of the people, while securing favourable loan terms without over-leveraging to ensure the debt can be repaid as agreed.

This is a common strategy used by both governments and private companies. For example, Dangote didn’t use his own money to build his refinery because he doesn't have it. Instead, he secured some loans using the refinery as collateral and plans to pay them off over the next few years as production ramps up. This is how strategic financing works for both governments and businesses.

You can thank me.

Thefirmorganics:
Like a said before, you're an intentional slave. "A country like Nigeria can not fund their development"?

kossyablaze:
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kossyablaze:
sorry bro... Just find better country japa. I just got my Canada PR. Will be a citizen in 2028....japaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa.

P.S....will be blessing some lucky folks this Easter. Just mention me on easter sunday