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I thought Obesere or Daddy Showkey would win the Gulder Celebrity Showdown. Well, congrats to Emeka Ike. I don't know why the guy is hated by a lot of Nairalanders but I somehow admire him. I've seen some of his movies and he's not a bad actor. Personally, he has some of my personal characteristics. He does not like being pushed around and fights for what he believes is his [ Like the Estate he's trying to wrest away from thieving relatives ]. I prefer Emeka Ike to Jim Iyke.  Congrats jare, Emeka Ike  I dey behind you, my man. Keep on flying high.


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@ Mike Oscar, tell them oooooooooooo



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Here are 10 songs I never get tired of listening to:

1. Lost in Space by Lighthouse Family
2. Free [ I wish I knew how it would be to be free ] By Lighthouse Family.
3. The Great Romantic by Tunde Baiyewu
4. High by Lighthouse Family
5. Ex Factor by Lauryn Hill
6. Jebele by Kween Onakala
7. Under His Shadows by KUSH
8. unconditional love by Donna Summer
9. Orere Elejigbo by Lijadu Sisters
10. One Love by Onyeka Onwenu

I love these songs and they are stored on my computer. Cheers

The FG needs to make this commitment a reality. It is now a yearly ritual to announce to Nigerians that Police wages will be increased Our leaders should start taking action concerning their promises. I believe our policemen should be paid nothing less than 80,000 Naira a month. These are people whose lives can be terminated anytime by men of the underworld. Apart from the issue of Police salaries, our cops need to be retrained and well equipped. Many of the Police barracks should be pulled down and officers should be made to live among civilians. The Government can then subsidise their rent. Personally, I believe that until Nigeria's tax collection techniques are improved and more Nigerians are made to pay their taxes, the country's development will be slow. Cheers.

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I admire Omotola. She is really beautiful and she's got great acting skills. She's also humble to an extent and one thing that makes me admire her the more is her shape. She's still stunning after all the years


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@ Ajanlekoko, you have spoken well. I always love to read your comments on any issue on Nairaland. Cheers.

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My siblings and I are trying to dig a borehole in our family house in Lagos. We have been told that it will cost 250,000 Naira by the contractor who has handed my elder brother a quotation. I feel the actual price of digging a borehole will vary in different parts of Nigeria. Cheers.

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@Poster, thank you for initiating this thread. I just came back from my mate's place and we've spent the whole day talking about establishing several sources of income. We are not doing badly and our living conditions are cool [ considering that we live in Western Europe ] but we feel we can make more money than we are making presently. Nairalanders, I want you to know that Nigerians in Europe and North America are also facing their own money issues and responsibilities. A lot of people on this thread have made my day with their comments and advice to the poster. There is nothing like having your own business and running things yourself. It is also possible to hold on to your job and run a small business as a supplementary means of earning income. Even in Europe, a lot of people are surviving on benefits and other government support schemes.

There are a lot of opportunities in Nigeria that need to be exploited. Nigeria is still a virgin land for business start-ups and I believe that someone who is earning 80,000 Naira monthly should be able to run a small business successfully in Nigeria. Another place where good money is being made is on the internet. One just needs to be careful of Scammers by conducting a thorough research on the companies and individuals that operate on the web. There are a lot of opportunities on the web. Cheers.

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I'm just speechless with this story . A lot of crazy stuff happens in the UK involving Nigerians. You can hardly get any help or service free from Nigerians in the UK. I've heard of people who help others with papers [ loaning out NI numbers and work documents ] and end up oppressing those they have helped by deducting large amounts of money from their wages. When these unfortunate ones complain, these heartless people threaten to call the Police or Immigration officers. The irony of it all is that at the end of the day, when the oppressed ones earn their freedom, they often do better than those who've been in the UK for 15-20 years. Nigerians need to start learning that money is not everything. Life is much more than money. Many Nigerians in the UK are going through what the lady being mentioned is going through. What I will just advice the lady to do is to find a way out of the situation and learn to be independent. Though independence comes at a price, God is alive. God knows how to fight on behalf of the helpless ones. It is high time Nigerians in Britain need to change their mentality. Cheers.


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The list is okay. It is our preparations and the time to really blend the players and their styles together that is giving me a lot of concern. It seems we are going to re-enact the script of the 2002 World Cup. Personally, I feel Samson Siasia should be called up to assist Lagerback next month in South Africa. He has worked with a good number of the boys on the list in the past. I don't see the Super Eagles going beyond the 2nd round at the World Cup. We've left things a little too late.


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I hope our leaders in the House of Representatives have really done their homework before announcing that more states will be created  We love doing things without adequate planning and research in Nigeria. I have this feeling that the new States that are being created are meant to compensate certain tribes in the country. Some of our Representatives might be clamouring for new states to expand their political base, with the aim of becoming Governors of the new states in the near future. Creating new spheres of political and geographical influence has not made Nigeria an industrialized country. States like Kogi, Yobe and Ekiti state have not become economic miracles. The living standards of people residing in the states mentioned have not improved So what is the big deal in creating new states?

Instead of trying to create new states for selfish reasons, our leaders should take a cue from Canada. Many Canadians are whites but they have different cultural backgrounds. There are French-Canadians, Polish-Canadians, Irish-Canadians, German and Scandinavian Canadians, Canadians of Russian and Lithuanian origin etc. Then there are Canadians of African and Asian ancestry or origin.  As big as Canada is, the country has only 10 Provinces and 3 Territories. Apart form the thorny issue of Quebec's Independence, no one is agitating for a new Province or Territory. What Canadian leaders are interested in is to keep the nation running and make the lives of their citizens comfortable. Our leaders need to start caring for the masses and not making life more difficult for the people.

Our leaders are ruling us with their heads stuck in rubbish bins. I'm pissed off.


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Obafemi Martins remains one of the best strikers Nigeria has produced so far. It is just that moving to England did not help his professional career. He was hot and banging in goals consistently when he was in Italy with Reggiana and Inter Milan. Obafemi Martins has also not been playing well for Nigeria in recent times. I believe he will do well at the World Cup though. I hope Lagerback will utilize him effectively as a striker with a knack for scoring goals. Under a good coach, Martins always blossoms. He played well under Roberto Mancini at inter Milan. I hope he will also play well under Lars Lagerback.


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I have not even watched the BBC documentary that is causing so much controversy. I know I should have seen it but I've been busy working on a blog project. There are slums in different countries all over the world but Nigeria's case is very unique. To whom much is given much is expected. Nigeria has the resources to take care of its citizens but Nigerian leaders are mainly selfish and very greedy. China which has almost 1.3 billion citizens is working very hard to cater for the people. Nigeria has a big landmass and with just 150 Million inhabitants, why is it difficult for the average Nigerian to live comfortably? Until we start getting our priorities right, we will continue to be portrayed negatively by the Western Media. I also believe the BBC has an agenda against Nigeria but the Documentary about the slum dwellers should serve as a wake-up call to our leaders. There are even places in Nigeria that are worse than Makoko Some areas of Ibadan are permanently slum-like in appearance. Isolo in Akure, Ondo State is infested with chronic poverty. There is simply too much suffering in Nigeria. We need to start caring for ourselves and demand for the right leaders. Cheers.


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Those who cannot gain admission into Nigerian universities because of low JAMB UTME marks should ask themselves this question.

Am I really meant to study in a University?

Getting degrees and certificates is not meant for everyone. Some people are good with their hands and repairing things. They should head for vocational institutions like Technical Colleges or go and learn a trade. Cheers.


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The guy was very stupid to have made such a strange attempt to get into America. There is no way he would have arrived Obama's country safely. I wonder how desperate Nigerians can get these days. With 800,000 Naira he could start a business in Nigeria and end up doing well for himself and his family. Some Nigerians abroad cannot even boast of having 800,000 naira [ When converted to £ and $ ] in their bank accounts. There are always bills to pay and family demands on them. It is stupidity of the highest level. Hmn.


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@texazzpete

Thank You. I don't know why there are 3 threads on IBB on the front page of Nairaland. Has Seun Osewa sold out? I need to know so that I can look for an alternative forum online to share my views on different issues. It would be a disaster if Nairaland becomes a tool in the hands of IBB and our other mostly corrupt politicians. I'm pissed off


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Nigeria does not really have a middle class. There is too much suffering in the country and the Federal Government is not doing much to set the country unto the path of development. Honestly, nothing much has changed in Nigeria over the past 15 years. Yeah, everybody has a phone now and the internet has come to stay , but the standard of living of the average Nigerian is still very low. Holding a job in Nigeria is unstable nowadays as employers cannot be trusted and changes in policies can lead to a sudden retrenchment exercise. Until our leaders start catering for the real social needs of the masses, the country will remain a third world country. What our leaders are not realizing is that if they invest in social infrastructure, they will be able to make the money invested back through taxes and charges. By modernising our Post Offices, the Government will create more jobs and also earn more revenue. Nigerian Post Offices can act as venues for the payment of taxes, water and electricity bills and as area job centres. We don't need to invent things for ourselves these days. Machines and their accessories have already been invented. We only need to use them to foster Nigeria's development.

The only thing standing against the development of Nigeria is the natural greed that lies in most of its citizens Greed and Corruption are deeply entrenched in the country's polity. We can keep coming to Nairaland to write about how Nigeria should be developed, but until we change our attitude towards money and material things, we won't transform the country. I can speak for myself but I cannot speak for other Nairalanders.  I don't blame the BBC for airing the documentary. It should make us and our leaders seat up and work towards genuinely taking Nigeria to greater heights. Cheers.


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Folks, I don't think IBB can be stopped from winning next year's Presidential Elections. Nigeria's future has been mortgaged already, and a lot of high level political scheming has ensured that IBB will be the top contender for the presidency. It just shows that our leaders are not ready to develop the country. If Babangida gets back into Aso Rock, our economy will remain stagnant. The painful thing is that we do not have strong opposition parties in Nigeria. 98% of our politicians are prostitutes and are ready to jump into bed with the Party that is ready to grease their palms. IBB has the money to buy his way into Aso Rock and that is why he is sure of winning the elections. AC and ANPP have been rapidly disintegrating before our eyes over the years. All the other political parties are not deeply entrenched in Nigeria's Political System.

The only Political Party that can stand against the PDP/Babangida conspiracy is the Nigerian People Our parties have betrayed us and we are the ones that can Challenge  IBB's  move to mount the throne again. However, because the opposition parties have not groomed a worthy politician we can all rally behind, we can only take to the streets and reject Babangida's bid for the Presidency. If there are mass protests all over the Nigeria, the international community will take notice and will start supporting the people. We need to use the power of information and leaflets/flyers to mobilize Nigerians for protests. I'm happy that Nigerians are protesting already but more work needs to be done.  I can bank on one or two media outlets in Nigeria that will support the demonstrations against IBB. I will also advice Nigerians in the diaspora to stay where they are for now. It does not look like Nigeria will get better soon. You might invest some money back home but stay where you are.  

If I had my way, I will get a sophisticated sniper rifle and take out IBB myself

I'm pissed off that the corrupt guy wants to rule Nigeria again


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Pasuma has collaborated with Nigerian Hip-Hop artistes in the past. It could be the motivation for his decision to release a Hip-Hop album.  However, I don't think he has what it takes to evolve into a thorough Hip-Hop artiste. I'm not against innovation, but Pasuma should stick to Fuji Music and make it more international. Pasuma only needs to work on his music and make it more acceptable to Foreigners. He has what it takes to succeed where Kollington Ayinla and Sikiru Ayinde Barrister failed. Lets take a look at Femi Kuti. He's evolving and innovating constantly with Afro-beat music. He did not attempt to delve into Hip-Hop music but he has worked with Mos Def and Common [ American Rappers ] on some of his tracks. Femi Anikulapo Kuti will be performing at Glastonbury Festival in England this year. Any artist who performs at Glastonbury Festival is highly regarded.

Wasiu Alabi Pasuma needs to push Fuji music into the consciousness of International music lovers. We've got enough Hip-hop artists in Nigeria already. Cheers.


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Da Grin, I'm your great fan and I am praying you'll come out stronger after this incident. You are a child of destiny and the stars are in the right place for you. I've been following your career and will be writing a feature story on you soon. You're too precious to leave the world at this time. That is why you survived the accident. I wish you the best in all you do. Cheers.


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So Terry G is in the news again Sometimes, I wonder how student leaders in Nigeria reason. Though I've got my own personal reservations about some Nigerian '' Hip-Hop Artsites '', I believe the show at UNIBEN had logistics problems. I can remember my days at the University of Ibadan. I remember what happened when Tony Tetuila and Tuface Idibia came to perform at Trenchard Hall. Students were beaten up and I heard Tuface had his wristwatch, mobile phone and fashion accessories nicked. Some powerful guys on campus stormed into the show without paying while the Student Union Chairman was slapped openly I'm also wondering why Terry G has to perform at other universities so as to raise the 500,000 Naira he owes the UNIBEN S.U.G. It shows that that the dude and his Manager are not good with finances.

Can anyone tell me if artists like Asa, Dare Art Alade and Femi Kuti have performed on Nigerian Campuses lately? I just need to know. Cheers.


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Well, since the fellas from China have been given the mandate to deliver the Lagos light rail project, I will let sleeping dogs lie. It is high time work starts on the project. I can't wait for the development of Nigeria's Railway system and services. The world has indeed left us behind and it is sad that we are now playing catch-up. However, I'm still wondering where the energy to run the light rail project will come from I feel the Lagos State Government needs to lobby the Federal Government to speed up work on the Electricity Legislation bills that will allow states to generate power individually. Then Fashola and his cabinet can invite foreign power companies to come and invest in the Lagos Independent power Project. I know some foreign Electricity companies are really interested in investing in the Nigerian economy. Kudos to BRF. He is a progressive politician.


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The Pope will not arrested by the British authorities or any other country's government. Do you know what the Papacy represents? You need to visit the Vatican to understand what I'm saying. The offending priests can be punished and derobed but not Pope Benedict. The atheists are playing with fire Almost all the western leaders are allies of the Pope. Do some research on the Illuminati and the Freemasons. Hmn.


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Haha This a really funny thread. I did some crazy things when I was a kid.  I used to steal meat from the soup pot and when the alarm went off, I would deny the accusations. Sincerely, I still don't understand why I usually sneaked into the kitchen to raid the pot of soup. Maybe it is just a childhood habit  The strange thing is that I was never caught on my dodgy adventures to the kitchen.  Then there was a time I '' punished '' my mother by hiding her favourite necklace and bangles. She was hoping to wear them to an important event that Saturday but I hid them because she offended me some weeks before. She was not happy and returned from the event feeling very sad. I chuckled as I watched her suffer. I returned the necklace and bangles to her room the next day. Then there was a time I smashed the windows of a bus outside our house with a stone The owner of the bus came out of our neighbours house and started wailing. I peeped from our gates and was grinning. The woman said a lot of things and those she came to visit did not know what to do.

When I was in secondary school, I stayed in a private hostel. I moved with a group of boys and though we attended the same school, we were in different classes [ ranging from SS1-SS3 ]. The owner of our hostel was a Reverend and he usually made us attend his Anglican church. Anyway, me and my crew had our own plans. As soon as the service began, we would gather ourselves together through signs and codes and head out of the church. Mr Reverend would be busy preaching and leading the service while we would make our way to town. There was one canteen we usually visited called '' White House '' in Ijebu-Ode.  The weird canteen was also open on Sundays and we would start eating Fufu and all kinds of soup. Usually, one or two of us will put down the money while the rest will return the favour the next Sunday.  We always made sure we got back to the church before the service ended. The funny thing was that Mr Reverend's son was part of our group  We were unlucky sometimes and got caught or some of the good students grassed on us    We would then be whipped by our hostel proprietor. We never really cared about the church services back then. We were just plain mischievous.

When I look at myself today, I wonder why I did those things. I've become a nice person and I take responsibility for my actions now.  I guess it is just a part of growing up. It is wonderful being a kid


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Corruption will not be stopped by mere talk and good intentions. It can only be radically reduced by sincere attempts to stop it and a mass orientation of the people. Governor Segun Oni himself has to lead by example. He needs to be very transparent and should let Ekiti people know how the state's money is being spent. The Governor should also organize a quarterly forum at a specified public location, where Ekiti people can come and ask him questions concerning his leadership and management of state funds. Where there is a will, there will surely be a way The problem with Nigeria is that at every level, our leaders are not connecting with the people. They're too distant from us and don't really know what the masses need. Eradicating corruption is a two way thing that can be achieved with the hardwork of the leader and those being led.


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Unfortunately, people like Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala are not really appreciated in Nigeria. Her views will not be taken seriously by the Presidency and will only end up on the pages of our newspapers as News items. A lot of things has been said about Nigeria at hundreds of convocation ceremonies in Nigeria, but I doubt if there is a government or private agency that compiles these information for future use and record keeping. In Nigeria, we don't really appreciate deep thinkers and innovators. That is why Nigeria is still lagging behind in all departments in the comity of nations. We find it difficult to work with a blueprint and rarely follow a charted plan of action. And this is 85% due to corruption, greed and dirty party politics. How many of the theses done by scholars in our tertiary institutions are used by the Federal Government to boost Nigeria's development? Dr Okonjo-Iweala did her best for Nigeria. God bless her. Cheers.


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I visited Benin City for the first time in 2005 and was really ashamed of the city and Edo State in general. My dad is Edo but I don't speak the language  My dad insisted I had to spend some time with family in Edo State and I agreed. The roads in the ancient city were in a very bad shape and I noticed that there was not much order in the place. My aunt [ Dad's junior sister ] took me around the city and I was just speechless with the state of underdevelopment there. So I'm not surprised that armed robbers are having a field day in Benin.  Oshiomhole has to do something fast before things spiral out of control. And how can the police ensure security when they are badly paid ? When will Nigerian leaders start to fix the country's problems? Time is running out on us. Hmn.


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Well, I think Kanu needs to be at this World Cup. It should also be his last World Cup and tournament for Nigeria. After the World Cup has ended [ Irrespective of our performance in South Africa ], he should be publicly honoured by the Nigerian Government [ A stadium could be named after him or his statue could be erected on the grounds of the National Stadium at Abuja ] and made to retire. Who knows, Kanu Nwankwo could become another Roger Milla when the World Cup kicks off So let us give him this last chance before he is consigned into Nigeria's book of football history. I don't think he should captain the Super Eagles in South Africa. Osaze Odemwingie should wear the captain's band. Osaze is a very dedicated player and can galvanize the team to a good outing in Mandela's country. Cheers.


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