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SeeWahala:
The ONLY thing your tilumbu is giving Nigerians steady back - to - back is pure NEGATIVITY in their lives, businesses, security and relationships

So, we SANE nigerians are only using the LEMONS your tilumbu throws at us to make LEMONADE

Enjoy the taste

zero8zero:
Have you noticed some users are no longer frequenting here again?

SmartPolician:
Go and do something meaningful with your life. Nairaland has mods; they are paid to create threads here. You only share news pieces that further your agenda here. You won't be missed when you leave.

SeeWahala:
Good riddance now you're using your head. Leave the forum for seun and know peace 🙏

Trust me you won't be missed

zero8zero:
I was supposed to create a thread yesterday but I was banned for four conservative times while trying submit it, that's a total of 120minutes straight. But seun thinks it's all fun, complicating the efforts of Nairalanders and killing users morale. Any measures that add more problems than solving it is not a solution.
Anyways, I have to reduce my activity here because it seems nothing is going to change no matter what you say.

Indigenous firm, Green Energy International Ltd, GEIL, operator of Otakikpo field, made history yesterday as it concluded the first oil export from the Otakikpo terminal in Rivers State.

The new Otakikpo crude oil terminal, the country’s first indigenous onshore crude export facility in over five decades, cost over $400 million to build.

A statement from the company disclosed that the first cargo from the terminal was lifted by off-taker vessel MV by Shell, by 14.00 hours, a proof of the successful construction and operational readiness of the terminal.

Congratulating all the parties involved in the technical test run of the facility, Chairman of Green Energy International Limited (GEIL) Prof Anthony Adegbulugbe, appreciated God for making the operations successful and the resilience of the entire indigenous staff of the company who pulled through the complex endeavours.

He also expressed the gratitude of the company to “all the regulatory agencies who supported and supervised the epoch event.”

The newly constructed terminal boasts an initial storage capacity of 750,000 barrels, with potential expansion to three million barrels.

It also features a 360,000 barrels per day pumping capacity for loading export tankers, making it one of the most significant infrastructure projects in Nigeria’s energy landscape.

Adegbulugbe said the project, completed ahead of schedule in under two years, has already made history as the first privately developed crude oil terminal by an African operator.

“With an initial investment exceeding $400 million and a full-phase development projection of $1.3 billion, GEIL’s commitment to expanding Nigeria’s oil export infrastructure is evident.

“The Otakikpo terminal is designed to accommodate up to 250,000 barrels per day of crude injection, while the Otakikpo field currently produces around 10,000 barrels per day.

This opens strategic opportunities for third-party producers, particularly over 40 nearby stranded fields estimated to hold more than three billion barrels of oil equivalent (BOE)”, the company added.

slimfit1:
If you can't deal with these terrorist with those craft you clearly are part of the problem scoring own goal deliberately.

The federal government is negotiating with the United States for the procurement of 12 AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters.

Nigeria’s Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has led a high-level delegation to the US for a Program Management Review Meeting regarding the platform’s acquisition.
Spokesman of the Nigerian Air Force, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday.

Air Commodore Ejodame said the strategic meeting was held from June 9 to 13 in San Diego, California. According to him, the meeting brought together top officials from the United States Government and representatives of Messrs Bell Textron, manufacturers of the AH-1Z helicopters.

He said: “At the meeting, the Chief of Air Staff conveyed sincere appreciation to the US Government for its enduring partnership,

“The acquisition of the AH-1Z Viper helicopters will significantly enhance the Nigerian Air Force’s combat effectiveness, operational efficiency, and mission readiness.”

“We are fully committed to ensuring these platforms are delivered in the shortest possible time. Every necessary step will be taken to facilitate a seamless procurement and integration process.”

Air Commodore Ejodame said that following the programme review, the Chief of Air Staff proceeded to Camp Pendleton, California, where he visited the Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 367 (HMLA-367) and Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 39 (MALS-39), both under the Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 39.

“These squadrons are actively engaged in the operation and maintenance of the AH-1Z helicopter.

“During the visit, the Chief of Air Staff had the opportunity to inspect the helicopters firsthand and engage with senior officers of the United States Marine Corps on best practices for the operation, sustainment, and logistics support of the AH-1Z platform.

“The Chief of Air Staff said the visit has provided a unique opportunity to understand best practices for the operation, sustainment, and logistical support of the AH-1Z platform from the United States Marine Corps.”

According to him, the Air Chief Air also reaffirmed that the NAF remains fully committed to the effective and responsible deployment of all acquired air assets in the ongoing fight against terrorists, bandits, and other criminal elements threatening the peace and stability of the nation.

“Our goal is to create enduring peace while protecting innocent lives and property in line with internationally accepted rules of engagement,” the Chief of Air Staff said.

id4sho:
“Each facility is designed with cutting-edge infrastructure to enable safe, efficient, and large-scale processing and commerce,” he said.
“The Gombe Ultramodern Abattoir is set to transform meat processing in Gombe State, and indeed the entire Northern region of Nigeria.


“This automated facility will enable hygienic, efficient, and globally compliant processing, packaging, and distribution – serving both domestic and international markets.

“By eliminating the outdated practice of transporting live animals under unsafe and costly conditions, we pave the way for a smarter, safer livestock economy.”

Obankulu:
Umahi should ask Amaechi how far. They will use and dump you at the right time. Amaechi didn't do anything for his Niger delta people. Same as Umahi

The Minister of Works, David Umahi has faulted claims by some Northern Elders who said the Federal Government is undertaking more road projects in the Southern geo-political zone of the country.

The minister said such claim which according to him is circulating in the social media is funny and misleading.

Umahi stated this while speaking to newsmen in Ahoada, Rivers State on Friday after a two-day inspection of some federal roads in Rivers and Bayelsa States.

Among the projects visited were the Eleme section of the East-West Road, the Bodo-Bonny Road, the Ahoada-Mbiama section all in Rivers State, as well as the Zarama section of the road in Bayelsa State.

While noting that every part of Nigeria deserves equal treatment and development as a federation which the incumbent President is doing, Umahi stressed that contrary to the claims of the ‘faceless’ group, more federal roads are ongoing in the North.

“I saw what baffled me on social media. I don’t know them, but faceless people that say they are Northern elders are saying more projects are being done in the South than in the North and that is very funny and quite misleading.

“Among the inherited projects, let’s start with the four legacy projects; the North has 52 percent, while the South has 48 percent.

“What are they (the legacy projects). They are Lagos-Calabar 750, you have Sokoto-Badagry 1,068, Calabar-Abuja 465, Akwa Nga – Jos- Bauchi – Gombe 439.

“And so you aggregate the states and the length they passing through, you’ll find out that the North has 52 percent, while the South has 48 percent, ” he stated.

The minister further explained, “Now, come and think about the longest sections. We procured section one in Lagos which is 47.47 and that is N1.068 trillion.


“We purchased in section two which is about N1.3 trillion, we purchased in section 3 and 3b which is in Cross River and Akwa Ibom about N1.3.

[b]“Now, you see what we have procured, you see 65km plus 55 km that is 120 km, plus 47.47, so we’ll be looking at about 167, call it 170km.

“The one section in Kebbi is more than that and that is 258 km and we purchased the first carriageway which is 968 billion, so by the time you purchase the second carriageway which we will do this month, that will be about N2 trillion, that is only in Kebbi state.

“And in Sokoto state, you have 120 km which is 465 billion. So by the time you purchase the second carriageway, it will almost be N1 trillion”.

Umahi said it is worrisome when people spread this misinformation, as he mentioned that the Sokoto -Zamfara- Katsina-Kaduna which was inherited at zero point completion is about 750km and the total amount is about N825 billion.

He analysed the Abuja – Kaduna sections 1,2, 3, he said the section 1 and 3 is 118 km which is N252 billion, while the section 2 which is 164 km is N525 billion. He said if both are added together, it will sum up to 1.6 trillion.

“So, when the same faceless people talk about the second Niger Bridge, it is N134 billion for section 2A and N174 billion for section 2B. When you talk about Lagos-Ibadan, all that we needed to complete the work form where it stopped last time was N33 billion


“So, when you saw Lagos-Ibadan N196 billion, that is the total contract sum from past administrations and this present administration. So, it’s only N33 billion. So, I don’t know where the jobs that are being concreted in the South compare to North,” Umahi said.

He said, “Let me emphasise that Mr. President is developing the entire country in a fair manner. He is looking at the North and the South, adding that all Nigerians are using all the roads in the country enroute the various locations.

“The real Northern Elders, they have commended Mr. President. The IMF commended Mr. President, the Financial Institution commended Mr. President, the World Bank and the Southern Development Bank of Southern Africa and the Dutch Bank are commending the President.

“I want to say very clearly, that these Four legacy projects when they are completed in the next six years by Mr. President, Nigeria will never be the same again because as we are working, we are connecting all these major roads within the six geopolitical economic corridor, we are connecting them,so Nigeria will never be the same.”

On his assessment of the projects, the Minister said the N200 billion Bodo-Bonny road will be fully ready for inauguration at most December, like the Eleme section of the East+West as well.

Umahi concluded, “Let me say that we are very happy with the quality of work on Bodo-Bonny, very happy with Julius Berger.

“Very happy with the quality of work with RCC (Eleme.sectiom of East+West road), happy with work of Rock Results (Ahoada section), very happy with Setraco. (Ahoada-Mbiama section), bit their speed and the quality of work”.

sniperwolf:
Buckley was on his back for the 1st 3 rounds though he was a better boxer due to his age and speed. Kamaru wrestled instead. Nice technique by Usman

kingthreat:
Kamaru is the best African UFC fighter. He is very technical and skillful and deserves having one of the longest unbeaten runs in the UFC welterweight decision. Last 2 years had Leon Edwards at his best and fighting Chimaev the ultimate grappler was not too easy. But he's still got it. Maybe he'll fight Belal the Palestine guy next. They got beef.



Israel will win if he fights a weak opponent. The middleweight division is very rowdy. Even Izzy is kinda scared. I'll like to see Izzy against Michael "Venom" Page. That will be a match that will sell.

Goodvibes007:
That thread of Peter obi knocking Okonkwo has been created almost 8 hours ago. The mods gave refused to move it to FP. Whereas funny threads like Peter obi only offers handshake to portable was moved to fp. Another joke of a thread like Peter obi storms London was also moved to fp.

One of the reasons twitter is like riding in a Lamborghini while nairaland is like riding in a Volkswagen beetle.

Macphenson:
If that project is completed by december I will campaign for BAT in 2027.

You dont even know the stretch of that Road. From Bayelsa to Delta State , Down to Rivers, Cross River and Akwa Ibom. Do you even know how many bridges to be constructed?

Tinubu wont finish it in his tenure. Thats why reasonable minds where calling on him to focus on the east west road and leave the coastal road.

Now both projects wont even be completed in 10 years considering the antecedents of Nigerian politicians.

You people speak so ignorantly with confidence.

U09ce:
Propaganda as usual. Why would a whole FG commission one carriage way!

Ezmans:
because Emmanuel deeya of kagote told him bitter truth

A former presidential aspirant and a chieftain of the Labour Party (LP), Faduri Oluwadare Joseph, has accused the party’s 2023 presidential candidate of being responsible for the crisis rocking the party.

Joseph, in a statement yesterday, said since the 2023 election, Obi, who served as governor of Anambra State, had distanced himself from the Julius Abure-led administration, instead of joining forces with him to fix the leadership crisis.

He referenced the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), which he said Obi did not build but abandoned after enjoying the fortune of the party.

He said: “My attention has been drawn to numerous comments and videos where Mr. Peter Obi continues to blame everyone but himself for the deepening crisis in the Labour Party. From blaming the current president to party leadership and even external forces, Obi seems to be pointing fingers everywhere except at the man in the mirror.

“This is both disappointing and disingenuous. It is laughable that a man who prides himself on competence, capacity, and production — the core vision of the Labour Party — is today a symbol of division, confusion, and underperformance.

“I recently watched a video where he accused the president of being responsible for the party’s woes. In another, he blamed the party leadership. The blame game is endless.

“Let us call a spade what it is: the only person to be held responsible for the Labour Party’s downward spiral is Mr. Peter Obi himself.

“When Obi joined the party in 2022, Labour Party was united. The house was in order. But since his arrival, crisis has rocked the party from top to bottom. The centre could no longer hold.

“This division contributed heavily to our loss in the 2023 general election. A house divided against itself cannot stand.

“How can a man who claims he wants to govern a complex nation like Nigeria not even manage a small political party?

“To all Obi supporters, I ask you to think critically: If Peter Obi cannot resolve party-level crises, how will he manage inter-state conflicts, economic restructuring, security turmoil, and national reconciliation?

“Let us not forget, Obi did not build APGA — the platform that gave him his first opportunity. He deserted it when he should have grown it into a national party, like Nnamdi Azikiwe did with NCNC or Awolowo with UPN. Compare that to Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu who turned a regional party into a national powerhouse that now governs Nigeria.

“Instead of strengthening APGA, Obi ran to PDP for another political meal, then moved again to Labour Party for a third helping — always looking for the easiest path, not the one requiring true leadership and sacrifice.

“After the 2023 elections, instead of returning to rebuild Labour Party and unify aggrieved members, he further distanced himself from Barr. Julius Abure — the very man he used during the campaign. Now that the party is in ruins, he blames Abure for the dirt, forgetting he was the one who walked into a clean house and messed it up.

“Let me be clear: I am no fan of Julius Abure, but the shady deals now under scrutiny were made for Obi’s political ambition. Leadership requires loyalty, responsibility, and the will to lead — especially in difficult times.”

According to him, “Mr. Obi is not qualified to be a coalition candidate for 2027. That position must be earned through proven leadership, party unity, and capacity — not mere popularity or public sympathy.

“In 2022, Labour Party was dead asleep. I, Fadojoe, with the Rescue Movement, helped wake it up and gave Nigerians an option. The people were already disillusioned with APC and PDP. Obi benefitted from this public frustration — not because he was a political messiah, but because he was a lesser-known alternative.

“Now, the reality has dawned on many. People are beginning to see beyond the media image. They ask — what does Peter Obi actually stand for?

“Would Tinubu blame Labour Party for APC’s problems? Would PDP shift blame to the ruling party for its internal fights? No. So why should Obi not own up after two years in LP?

“If you cannot lead, step aside. Let those of us who have the vision, the capacity, and the courage to build a united and purpose-driven Labour Party take over. Reorganising this party is not rocket science. Fixing Nigeria starts from fixing ourselves, our political parties, and our communities.

“In 2027, Nigerians must choose a leader not based on sentiments or moral branding, but on vision, capacity, and competence.”

AMINDA:
They are not "commissioning projects" though. How do you commission a road under construction? They should be flagging it off instead.

zero8zero:
How many km of the road did OBJ that flagged it off commission before he left?., Other past Presidents that budgeted funds for same road, how many km did they Commission?. This road will be fully completed by November/December. But I can't blame you, bitterness is your birthright.