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 Nairaland General › How Safe Is Shopping On Aliexpress by realG101(op): 5:27pm On Oct 22, 2022 |
I have been browsing through aliexpress lately and found some really cool deals on several items. Clothing mainly. I am really about to make some purchases but I have a little concern. I observed that the measures of the clothing is Asian and not the regular UK or Europe that we use in Nigeria. I can't afford to buy items that will be useless to me because they are over/under size. I really need to get opinions on this subject from you guys on this platform. Either based on experience from purchase on aliexpress or just generally knowledge. I also will like to know how legit deals are on aliexpress in terms of order versus goods delivered. Thanks you all |
| Romance › Re: Nigerian Lady Cries After Spending N9k On Transport To See A Guy by realG101(m): 9:52pm On Sep 20, 2022 |
I think this story is super story. If na true story and she is angry as she claimed, y shouldn't she post the guy's picture and cast him. Shebi dey met on ig. 1 Like 1 Share |
| Jobs/Vacancies › Re: Is A Nigerian Salary Earner Of 500k Per Month Considered Rich? by realG101(m): 12:59pm On May 26, 2022 |
UyaiIncomparabl:You people should be realistic abeg..if a person earns 500k in Nigeria and still feels like he's not rich, the person simply has a low financial IQ. Let's be objective, If in a country where minimum wage is 30k, you don't feel rich earning 512k with extra benefits, you cannot be satisfied o. What you need is contentment and management 4 Likes |
| Nairaland General › Rihanna Has Put To Bed by realG101(op): 7:23pm On May 19, 2022 |
American superstar singer and fashion icon has delivered a baby boy today. Congratulations RiRi! |
| Family › Re: Why Is Gender Equality Not Respected In Marriage? by realG101(m): 6:33pm On Apr 23, 2022 |
Being the head of the family requires vision. Long term vision. So the man may not be the breadwinner but first he must be contributing his quota no matter how little and he must be long sighted to secure the family. Unlike back in the day, protectingyour family is not about muscle anymore, it's brainpower. realG101: |
| Family › Re: Why Is Gender Equality Not Respected In Marriage? by realG101(m): 6:29pm On Apr 23, 2022 |
Frankly, you cannot compare a man's ego to a woman's. Me I don't even think woman have ego. The urge to man up and earn your own living as opposed to waiting for someone to wife you and take care of you is one valid way to distinguish a man and woman in terms of ego. Largely, woman don't have much ego. So it is very difficult for a man who can't provide in a marriage to be submissive. Most men will rather become toxic in the marriage or opt out. However, note that equality does not suggest two captains on the ship. But the captain thing should be a fluid concept. It should not be a taboo for a woman to make critical decisions for the family, esp if she actually has a superior grasp of the situation at hand. Then she can be the captain at that material time. Not the man insisting his decision is final when his decision is not the best for the family. Kobojunkie: |
| Family › Re: Why Is Gender Equality Not Respected In Marriage? by realG101(m): 5:57pm On Apr 23, 2022 |
My answer should be a straight yes but men's approach is a little different when they are not contributing to provision..their ego sets in and that is where you have a couple trying to divorce. Ordinarily, any man who doesn't contribute to provision at all is not worthy to be called a man or head of the family. It's okay if the woman happens to be doing more. In today's world, women are almost at par with men in terms of earning power. Kobojunkie: |
| Family › Re: Why Is Gender Equality Not Respected In Marriage? by realG101(m): 4:57pm On Apr 23, 2022 |
I personally believe husband and wife should maintain a level of equality in marriage. But what pushes the balance of equality off is when the man is virtually the only provider and the woman brings nothing in terms of finance. A woman who doesn't support the husband financially in providing for the family will have to be super submissive. My advice is women should also achieve substantial financial empowerment before they get married 1 Like |
| Nairaland General › How To Achieve Happiness In Nigeria. Practical Tips by realG101(op): 9:33am On Apr 14, 2022 |
The primary goal of every human being and even animals on this planet is the pursuit of happiness. Ranging from food, to fashion, travels, sports, love/romance etc down to the universally certified joy giver (Money), people find their joy and fulfillment in one or more of these aforementioned virtues. Depending on what corner of the world you happen to be born, happiness could be hard to realise as the above are in varying supply from region to region. It is not in doubt that Africa is the hardest continent to be happy in. Esp after all the spoils left behind by colonialism. Other factors like poor economy, self colonization, poor infrastructure, over religiosity, badly managed multiple ethnic diversity also compound our problems and impede our chances at happiness. Here are tips to finding happiness in Nigeria: 1. Social media discipline: social media is the best invention since VCDs and automatic transmission cars but it is also a double edged sword. 70% of information on social media is false and intended to startle you and stampede you emotionally. People post their successes in exaggerated manner but leave out their moments of struggle and failure. Generally, too much information is not healthy and make your head full without time to think your own ideas through and be productive. 2. Keep your burden light: this is especially applicable to the youth of Nigeria who are trying to start up their lives. Avoid every avoidable responsibility. If you're still finding your feet financially then you should avoid a girlfriend (unless she is financially buoyant and van help set you up or is willing to provide support). I'm not saying this to spite women, I'm saying girls without money are for boys with money. This is the cold reality you must accept if you want to know peace and progress in your life. Same logic applies to marriage. 3. Learn a skill/trade: For young people again. We are more than informed today that university degrees and even masters degrees don't guarantee you a white collar job in Nigeria anymore. And when you pass through fire to bag one, it most likely will not earn you a decent living. Nigeria is not fully industrialized yet. The country mainly trades/import&export, and not a producing country. Find your place in the formular. Become a trader, importer of goods or an artisan of some sort. We are fashion crazy all over the world now so fashion designing is good, auto engineering (mechanic is good too in a packaged manner). The list is endless. 3. Avoid barbaric people: They say African is the dark continent. This is to say that majority of African inhabitants are still primitive and animalistic in their outlook towards life. Avoid fetish people, surround yourself with open minded people. 4. Contentment: It is common knowledge that wealth is not fairly circulated in the Nigeria society. Not even a little. The gap between the rich and the poor is wide. Therefore, you may feel intimidated when you find your self in some gatherings as a regular Nigeria. But as long as you're giving it your best day by day, endeavour to be happy with the little your may have. Also if you look around, you will find people you're better than, that will make you feel better too. This is not to say you should not strive for a better life and rock the 1M naira Samsung phones, but it is a slow process to get there and you need a joyful spirit to survive to see better days. 5. God: Religion is good. But what is intended here is spiritual understanding. You need to establish connection with your creator and seek his guidance to navigate in this world and trust me, you need his more in Nigeria. Elevate you appetites and desires beyond worldly and material things. When you achieve spiritual enlightenment, your joy and fulfillment will no longer depend on money or fame or power but service to humanity. Mark my word, IF MAKING OTHER PEOPLE HAPPY IS NOT WHAT MAKES YOU HAPPY, SOMETHING IS NOT RIGHT WITH YOU AND NOTHING CAN TRULY MAKE YOU HAPPY. These are my thoughts on the subject of happiness in Nigeria. Share your thoughts too |
| Christianity Etc › Are Very Poor People Excused From Paying Tithe by realG101(op): 2:13pm On Apr 03, 2022 |
I have read the verses of the bible that enjoin us to pay tithe to the church. While rithe is sacrosanct, I also believe that the concept of tithing is mainly to support the indigent, the widows and the needy in general. Having said the above, I am curious if individuals in the above category (widows, poor people) are still expected to pay tithe. Please share your opinion |
| Car Talk › Re: My Stolen Toyota Camry Has Been Found Alongside The Thief In Lagos by realG101(m): 10:05am On Mar 13, 2022 |
I will like to add also that I think the car switches between petrol and battery depending on the amount of engine power demanded by the driver. I noticed when you drive the car on a level road or sloppy area the engine sound goes off and you can still accelerate but the moment you try to climb a hilly road or you kick down the accelerator the engine sound will come back (meaning you are back on petrol) Gokoyer1401: 3 Likes |
| Car Talk › Re: My Stolen Toyota Camry Has Been Found Alongside The Thief In Lagos by realG101(m): 10:00am On Mar 13, 2022 |
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| Car Talk › Re: My Stolen Toyota Camry Has Been Found Alongside The Thief In Lagos by realG101(m): 9:58am On Mar 13, 2022 |
[quote author=Gokoyer1401 post=110990308]I am not an expert but in simple terms, a hybrid vehicle is one that uses two or more distinct types of power. They have special batteries (more expensive than normal batteries). Hybrid cars can use this battery for sometime while driving but when the power of the battery dissipates, the car will automatically switch to the fuel( e.g petrol). The battery will be charged again after the trip ends. So, hybrid carsl have extremely good fuel efficiency and they are generally more expensive than normal cars To answer your second question, some of the hybrid cars will have 'hybrid' written at the back of the cars e.g, Toyota Prius. One way or the other, there will be some inscription or logo on the body of the car indicating that this is an hybrid car. There are very few mechanics that can handle hybrid cars in Nigeria right now. I will like to add also that I think the car switches between petrol and battery depending on the amount of engine power demanded by the driver. I noticed when you drive the car on a level road or sloppy area the engine sound goes off and you can still accelerate but the moment you try to climb a hilly road or you kick down the accelerator the engine sound will come back (meaning you are back on petrol) To answer your second question, some of the hybrid cars will have 'hybrid' written at the back of the cars e.g, Toyota Prius. One way or the other, there will be some inscription or logo on the body of the car indicating that this is an hybrid car. There are very few mechanics that can handle hybrid cars in Nigeria right now. 3 Likes |
| Car Talk › Re: My Stolen Toyota Camry Has Been Found Alongside The Thief In Lagos by realG101(m): 9:48am On Mar 13, 2022 |
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| Car Talk › Re: My Stolen Toyota Camry Has Been Found Alongside The Thief In Lagos by realG101(m): 9:36am On Mar 13, 2022 |
I've driven this type of hybrid Camry before and I know it's keyless entry..if driver does not have the key in his pocket the car engine will not start. How was the car stolen pls. Because if they could still this kind of car we wey dey drive pencil light Camry are easy targets be that |
| Nairaland General › What Is The Weirdest Food Combination You've Had As A Bachelor by realG101(op): 2:49pm On Dec 29, 2021 |
As an experienced bachelor, one of the major challenges you get to deal with is feeding. I am aware that some bachelors don't even bother about home cooked meals while some are already living like they are married because bae is always around. But the story is not the same for all of us. I cook my meals by myself most times but this situation comes at a price. There are times when you do food patch and end up with weird combinations. Personally, I have had several weird combinations but the most worrisome was the night I had to eat indomie and bread. What is the weirdest food combination you've had. |
| Nairaland General › Is It Fake Life To Look Dapper Every Time While Bank Account Low by realG101(op): 2:15pm On Nov 25, 2021 |
As an individual, I cherish self respect. And because of this I tend to be very concerned about my physical appearance. Not that I wear trendy/very expensive designer clothes or jewelleries but I wear quality and well fitted ones and hold myself to a high behaviour standard. Now, the thing is people see me as a big boy with a very loaded bank account. But I don't like people dealing with me based on such presumption so I have a habit of correcting people's rich boy impression of me by telling them I'm still hustling and that's where things get awkward. Especially with the ladies. I've noticed that people react negatively when you are blunt about the truth. They prefer you fake up with them like all is well and lead them on. So I have one big question: SHOULD A PERSON REDUCE THE QUALITY OF THEIR DRESSING OR APPEARANCE TO REFLECT THEIR ACTUAL FINANCIAL STATUS? I'm trying to avoid falling in the category of those who are accused of living the fake life. What's your opinion house |
| Nairaland General › Re: Share Your Gains Using Nairaland . by realG101(m): 2:21pm On Oct 18, 2021 |
Nairaland is a very cool spot. Helps ease the boredom once in a while. I get to feel the purse of people on news headlines and all. Top of it is that it helps build one's general knowledge Kudos to the founders 1 Like |
| Nairaland General › Afro Beat Legend, Dbanj Releases Brand New Album by realG101(op): 8:00pm On Oct 06, 2021 |
Few days ago, news hit the entertainment space in nigeria that the koko master himself, dbanj will be dropping a smoking hot album. Name of the album is 'stress free'. This album promises to amuse music lovers around the world as it features inputs from the likes of seun kuti and burna boy The album is available on all streaming platforms across the globe.
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| Health › Obesity And The Role Of Parents by realG101(op): 10:24am On Jul 27, 2021 |
Apart from the plethora of health risks associated with overweight or obesity, people generally dislike being referred to as fat. This is for many reasons cutting across a number of factors from unattractive physique, to clothings not fitting nicely, to general social stigma, to paying for two as a passenger, to limited spousal options and the list is endless. First of all, let's agree on one truth, slimming down or shedding one's weight is one of the most nigh impossible tasks an individual could embark on. It is therefore true that it is better to avoid overweight than try to cure it. Which leads us to the moral of the story. Having done a close and careful observation, it turned out that contrary to popular belief that obesity is self inflicted, parents are more often the culprits than the sufferer himself. Most obesity cases began at childhood. But became irreversible at adulthood because the parents failed to nip it in the bud. Most parents carried away in the bid to show love and care to their offsprings find themselves over feeding their offsprings or maybe they let the children over feed due to inadequate supervision. This is therefore a call on all young parents and intending parents to start watching their kids' weight for them. This will save the child a life time of pains and regret. The over pamper and indulgence actually going beyond the food and touches on child discipline but that is a discussion for another day. My closing remarks will therefore be.. love without discipline will destroy your child and they may later hate you for it |
| Politics › The Senate Has Finally Rejected Electronic Transmission Of Election Results by realG101(op): 4:29pm On Jul 15, 2021 |
[JUST IN] Senate Rejects Electronic Transfer Of Election Results Full list of senators who voted_ _The clause which led to the division of the chamber saw 52 Senators voting against the clause, 28 other Senators were in support of the clause while 28 Senators were not available to vote._ _*The President of the Senate, Dr Ahmad Lawan, abstained from voting.*_ https://thenigerialawyer.com/just-in-senate-rejects-electronic-transfer-of-election-results/ |
| Politics › I Wonder Why Nigerians Accepted Me Despite Not Being Rich. Pres. Buhari Pensive by realG101(op): 3:51pm On Jul 14, 2021 |
President Buhari says he wonders why Nigerians accepted and voted for him “despite not being rich”. The president stated this on Tuesday July 13, when he received the report of the National Security Summit held on May 26 by the house of representatives. The report was submitted by a team of lawmakers led by Femi Gbajabiamila, speaker of the lower chamber. “The number of people that turned out to see me, some waiting for 10 hours in the sun, was more than anyone could buy or force. They just wanted to see who this Buhari was. People wonder why Nigerians accept me, despite not being rich. I wonder, too. I felt I just have to serve Nigeria and Nigerians to the best of my ability'' he said The president further said that Nigerians are lucky and should congratulate themselves despite the prevailing challenges. |
| Politics › Re: Northern Elders, Groups Reject Southern Governors’ Position On Power Shift by realG101(m): 11:06am On Jul 07, 2021 |
kweensheba:This is the reason we should believe in secession. Rotational presidency will keep us on the same spot forever. We will never produce competent presidents because of lack of merit in the process of election. Ignorance is the reason many Nigerians still believe in one Nigeria |
| Nairaland General › How Are You Coping With The High Cost Of Food Stuff by realG101(op): 6:21pm On Jun 25, 2021 |
Any Nigerian who is an adult should be well aware of the alarming rate at which the prices of goods and services have doubled in recent times. You don't even need to be married with kids to feel the heat in the economy right now. Things are really getting ugly in the neighbourhoods across the country and everyone is keeping mum. I went to the market today to get some tomatoes and I was really shocked at the price calling. It really made me sad and this is not because I couldn't comfortably buy what I needed but because I saw so many pained people in the market. The sellers would package about 10 pieces of tomatoes and call it N800 or 1k. This same portion uses to sell for around N200. Imagine a woman with a child on her back, trying to beg the seller to sell tomatoes of N200 with this inflation. I was so sad at the woman's predicament. And the price trend affects every other item in the market as we speak. I really hope this doesn't last for too long because I'm sure people are going hungry in the neighbourhoods. |
| Nairaland General › Can Instagram Take The Place Of Twitter For Nigerian by realG101(op): 10:26pm On Jun 15, 2021 |
It is no longer news that twitter for some time now has been suspended from operating in Nigeria indefinitely. While this has received numerous backlash from citizens and the international community, the govt appears quite resolute on this decision. This has got me curious about something. Can Instagram actually serve the purpose for which Twitter served the Nigerian youths. Can they circulate news, achieve political mobilization, rally support for a cause (like the endsarz) time, promote their businesses online with Instagram like they used to do on Twitter. Some people believe that the june 12 protest might have had better planning and impact if twitter had not been suspended. I feel Instagram could be put to the same use as Twitter. What's your opinion on this? |
| Politics › Re: Photos From Herdsmen Attack In Igangan, Oyo Today (Graphic) by realG101(m): 6:40pm On Jun 06, 2021 |
bcomputer101:It is our political leaders that are our enemy. They are either selling is our or they are to timid to speak up in our interest. And we too are part of the problem. Some yoruba people are still chanting one Nigeria. It's a pity |
| Politics › Peaceful Division Of Nigeria, What Are The Benefits by realG101(op): 9:15pm On May 03, 2021 |
I am Nigerian and proud. And every nigerian equally is, except they stopped at some point. I will not bore you with all the grace and natural endowments nigeria is blessed it, these things are undeniably true but have all become a mirage in the face of poor leadership and human capital. The big question is where did we go wrong? If you keep an open mind, there are dozens of correct answers to the above question but for the sake of time, let's consider the most critical answer. I am of the opinion that the problem is foundational, inherent, it was perceived, premeditated and carefully orchestrated. Before the creation of one Nigeria, the major constituents of Nigeria were great kingdoms that rose from very distinct dynasties with established sense of indentity and heritage. Bear in mind that these kingdoms had their working socio political ideals in place and were already flourishing before the colonialists came and merged them for administrative purpose. I will not fall to the temptation of blaming our political fore fathers for delivering an imperfect or pseudo country to the incoming (now current) generation. I will in fact say they accomplished their own part of the struggle. It certainly behoves on the next generation to make further amends, negotiations and renegotiation till ideal nation-states would be created. Nigeria (like many other countries) is referred to as a developing country for a reason. To me, the idea is that its architecture is still subject to corrections and modifications. These corrections are the responsibility of the current generation, OUR GENERATION. 'Nigeria's unity is non negotiable' The above statement is the greatest aberration by the govt/elites of Nigeria. This however is not unconnected to the fact that they are big time beneficiaries of the faulty system as it is human nature to tend to be selfish. I lay the above foundation to put my hopes of a peaceful divorce of Nigeria in proper perspective and in the same breath, state the gains we all stand to experience if Nigeria eventually breaks up. 1. It will be a refreshing new dawn for ODUDUWA REPUBLIC, BIAFRA and even the new Nigeria which will usher in new orientation, hope and motivation for their respective peoples. The political/developmental fatigue will all be gone and we will all be rejuvenated. 2. We will witness the birth of true, viable nation-states whereby ethnic intolerance crisis will become a thing of the past and tribal marginalisation will become very minimal. 3. Religious crisis will also be drastically minimized. In my opinion, northern Nigeria is predominantly Islamic while the south-east is predominantly Christian. The southwest to the best of my knowledge is a very liberal zone (christianity or Islam, anyone goes). If these 3 regions would have their own nations, religious crisis will evidently be eliminated. 4. There will be rapid development in BIAFRA, ODUDUWA and new Nigeria as 3 different nations. 'The problems Nigeria is facing today as a country is normal, the likes of US have had similar problems and it took them hundreds of years to get to where they are today' Again, the above is another blackmail and false statement told to Nigerians to delay the country's political destiny. We are in the information age, and everything happens faster now than they ever did. Even kids of today learn and mature faster. The fact that we are a colonial country does not mean we need 250 years like the United states before we develop. China, Dubai just to mention a few did not spend up to 50year to get to where they are today. FYI China was also colonised by Britain. Like I said, we are in the age of information, and knowledge is everywhere. Blueprint for development is available to every willing nation. What it take for a country to develop are: a. More science and less religiosity b. One National identity and one direction c. Quality, merit based leadership If BIAFRA, ODUDUWA emerge, the political power brokers will lose their influence to the new order, then the above development blueprint stand a chance to be executed. Also, there will be a sort of healthy competition towards growth and development among the 3 new countries. 5. Ease of governance. If we achieve the division of nigeria, the leaders of the new countries will become more effective and productive due to moderate sizes of their nations' populations. 'Our population is our strength' Above is another terrible lie to Nigerians. A nation's ability to prosper does not depend on the size of its population. Nigeria's population is more than that of Britain and France put together, and these are giant world powers. In closing, there is a saying that 20 children cannot play together for 20 years. Let us choose peace and progress over unity in penury. I hope this meets you well. 4 Likes 1 Share |
| Politics › Re: Impeachment: Senators, Reps Divided As Afenifere Backs Mbaka’s Verdict On Buhari by realG101(m): 3:19pm On Apr 30, 2021 |
RealEzee:yes, this right exists but do we possess the required level of coordination among ourselves as citizens to conduct the process Also, remember the hoodlum factor, the senators you're trying to put on their toes or remove will send their boys to hijack the process and you know how that ends, they will say we are constituting break down of law and order. Then, assuming we are able to even mobilize and force our lawmakers to do as we say, the northern youths will never follow suit esp when it affect their own, even if indeed it is for the good of the country. The system simply does not encourage progress..I still stand for Secession if it is going to be possible |
| Politics › Re: Remi Tinubu Can Never Be First Lady Of Nigeria - Nigerians Tackle Tinubu's Wife by realG101(m): 10:25pm On Apr 28, 2021 |
Hemanwel:Let's try and be thorough in our approach. We cannot keep making the same mistakes, we should have seen it by now that it is the dogmatic population in the north that breaks our momentum. Even if the right thinking southern youth try to vote for a good candidate, the northern youth will always vote irrationally once their emirs tell them to vote for their incompetent brother. And you know we can't overlook the Kardashians (kano, Kaduna, katsina) as they will always determine elections |
| Celebrities › Re: Davido: God Help Nigeria At This Point, We Are Tired by realG101(m): 9:59pm On Apr 28, 2021 |
Kingcalls:Folks still get this thing mixed up, Buhari did not win the 2019 election, our votes don't count, understand that first. In fact, I believe the electoral process is one of the major problems of nigeria. Why do you think the president and co treats the masses like shit, because they know your votes are note important because they never count. Baba the matter plenty pass like this |
| Celebrities › Re: Davido: God Help Nigeria At This Point, We Are Tired by realG101(m): 9:58pm On Apr 28, 2021 |
[quote author=Kingcalls post=101196499]Don't vote APC....they dint listen...the worst part is they voted him 2ice 4+4...thats y the black race will always b underachievers...u cant 4k up the first time and expect to b reelected as a white man Folks still get this thing mixed up, Buhari did not win the 2019 election, our votes don't count, understand that first. In fact, I believe the electoral process is one of the major problems of nigeria. Why do you think the president and co treats the masses like shit, because they know your votes are note important because they never count. Baba the matter plenty pass like this |
| Politics › Re: Lai Mohammed: Secessionists Will Be First To Run Away When Problem Starts by realG101(m): 9:09pm On Apr 18, 2021 |
imagrg:I don't think you're aware of what the ordinary citizens are already facing. People's lives are already worthless in Nigeria. Secession is the best way to go. There's no true love and unity in Nigeria, it all man (ethnic group) for himself. Yes, I agree that restructuring can fix the country but they will never do it because just like secession, the result of restructuring will be ethnic based rapid development which they don't want. For reason I can't comprehend, they want to keep the masses in poverty. The northerners may not be in support of Secession because the ongoing injustice benefits them and they see themselves are colonizing the rest of the country. Mark my word, Nigeria will only get worse if we leave it to all these greedy politicians, we must decide our future now 2 Likes |
