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Politics › Re: Indian TV Station Reports Nigerian Authorities Are Rattled By Planned #endbadgov by Reptyle(m): 11:27pm On Jul 28, 2024

God1000:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhZUnwXtzYI

https://saharareporters.com/2024/07/28/indian-tv-station-reports-nigerian-authorities-are-rattled-planned-endbadgovernance

Not just government. Even me I am nervous. Every rational Nigerian should be worried and afraid. After the Endsars nonsense and what we are seeing in Kenya, we should all be worried. This protest is going to get out of hand and just make things harder for us regular folks. God help us all!

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Politics › Re: Dangote Vs NNPC: Here’s What Happens Next, By Mayowa Tijani by Reptyle(m): 8:00pm On Jul 23, 2024

dre11:
https://www.thecable.ng/dangote-vs-nnpc-heres-what-happens-next/amp/

The analysis is well-done. However, I must respectfully disagree with the characterization of Dangote as an "innocent victim" in this situation. He has a history of exploiting loopholes and government inefficiency and corruption for personal gain.

However, I sincerely hope that a swift resolution to this matter can be found, as it has the potential to greatly benefit the Nigerian people by increasing our local refining capacity. With BUA joining the industry and the government's efforts to restore the PH refinery, the economy stands to improve significantly.

By the way, when the government official said 45% completion, he didn't mean the actual refinery. He was talking about the pre-commissioning stage, where they test and calibrate everything. Dangote Refinery is actually 100% complete. There are just some certifications, approvals, and calibrations that still need to be done.

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Business › Re: Akinwumi Adesina Says This Dangote Issue Is Shocking - Otedola by Reptyle(m): 4:19pm On Jul 23, 2024

nlfpmod:
Femi Otedola shares a postbon the Dangote saga by Akinwumi Adesina, the President of the African Development Bank.

Posted by Otedola and presumably written by Adesina.

I beg to differ. Mr. Dangote is not Santa Klaus and has no record of displaying any form of patriotic benevolence to Nigeria or her people in the past. He is a ruthless capitalist that has thrived on government patronage to perpetuate a near monopoly in any industry he plays in. No one blindly invests 20 billion dollars in one of the most hostile investment terrains in the world out of patriotism or charity.

While not denying or excusing corruption by government officials or the NNPC in particular, I daresay the only reason Dangote is running from pillar to post in this situation is because he is not getting the usual government leverage and support to ride roughshod over the "competition" as he has done with cement, sugar and other consumables.

Dangote Refinery must work! But not to the detriment of the average Nigerian. Government must stand firm in ensuring that strict regulatory framework is put in place to prevent Dangote's tendency for anti-competition practices. He is not unfamiliar with the terrain and this attempt to reinvent himself as "Saint Dangote" is dead on arrival.

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Politics › Re: ''This is not a nightclub': Akpabio Apologises To Natasha Akpoti (video) by Reptyle(m): 3:01pm On Jul 23, 2024

fergie001:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2eOjOpiVok

I am still learning, even those of us that have been in the Senate for sixteen years we are still learning so we will do well to continue to learn.

But in the course of talking to one of my distinguished sisters, that she should speak whenever she is recognised I made reference to the fact that we are not in a nightclub where people have to shout above the noise of the music and the social media went agog.

I am not on social media but my wife called me that people got angry and published her number and said they should occupy her line so she used to receive over 2000 to 3000 phone calls a day. And I tried to put on one of my phones, the number was in the public and you find out the phone crashed after about three hours.

So, I am very happy with the interest generated by Nigerians with what goes on in this chamber because we are here to cater for their interests. For them to be interested with what goes on here, means that we are connecting with the people directly and it will have been terrible if we are doing all this work and the people are not even aware of what we are doing.

But the communication was totally misunderstood instead of taking it for the nature of what we said that you should not shout when you are talking and speak only when you are recognized, they went into private abuses. I don't want to say what they did to me, I think I do not merit it. I was telling the DSP that he is the one they should be talking to because in my tradition we marry only one wife so they listed so many wives on social media.

I don't know how you took it but I feel I should tender a public apology to you.

Previous Thread:
https://www.nairaland.com/8158517/not-nightclub-akpabio-cautions-natasha#131030084

His apology is commendable. Government officials, particularly those in high-ranking positions, must learn to speak carefully and thoughtfully. Their words are invariably scrutinized and interpreted in various ways. I believe a comprehensive training on effective communication and public speaking should be a core component of any induction program for newly elected or appointed government officials. This training would better prepare them for the public-facing aspects of their roles and the responsibilities that come with their positions.

Travel › Re: Global Liveability Index 2024: Lagos Ranked 170 Out Of 173 by Reptyle(m): 12:43pm On Jul 22, 2024

If I were rhe Lagos State government, I would not pay too much premium to these contrived ratings. Rather, the government should double down on efforts to change the narrative.

Just focus on completing some of the ongoing infrastructural projects, especially the light rail projects.

As far as I am concerned, they are on the right track and very soon, it will become clear to everyone that Lagos is the best among equals.

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Travel › Re: UAE Slams ₦640,000 Non-Refundable Fee On Nigerians For Visa by Reptyle(m): 11:32am On Jul 16, 2024

KEVIND:
https://x.com/firstladyship/status/1813073160163762667?t=tBre6rkP3Yw83KtZ2sLb9A&s=19[/quote]I feel we are making an unnecessary fuss over something that is not within the control of our government.

A visa to visit a country other than yours is not a human right. It is at the discretion of the host country and they reserve the right to set certain requirements and make any demand of the potential traveler. If you cannot meet their terms, keep your money and remain in your country.

Government has done its bit which is to get the visa embargo lifted so that Nigerians that so desire can now apply and receive a visa to visit the UAE. While FG can and should negotiate more favorable visa fees, it really isn't a priority for them.

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Politics › Re: LGA Autonomy: Oriade LCDA Chair, Ramatolai Hassan Shows Her Achivements by Reptyle(m): 1:00pm On Jul 14, 2024

I must be honest and say that all of these photos are merely packaged media public relations material. I reside in Satellite Town, where Oriade has its headquarters, and I can confidently tell you that, with the exception of the projects that the Lagos State Government (LASG) is directly sponsoring, the situation is quite a mess. The road construction projects from Atiku Market to Maza Maza and from Finiger to the waterfront are progressing well thanks to the Lagos State Government. The one from Alakija to Navy Gate which was stalled for over a year now, has recently began to get some attention by the LASG. But from Navy Gate through Close 1 to Stepping Stone junction is a nightmare as are most other internal roads. When Madam Ramota attempts to address the issue, she brings in enormous rocks from an unknown location. As a result, we nicknamed her "Ramota Olokuta." Under her watch, Satellite Town, which was once a relatively well-organized and respectable residential area, has regrettably declined to near a near slum. The roads are in extremely poor condition, shops have been set up haphazardly, and recently, individuals who may be employed by the LCDA have been stationed at various locations, causing inconvenience to okada riders, haulage vehicles, local refuse collectors, and the general public.
Honestly, on a scale of 100, I would give her a 40% rating, and if this is an attempt to position herself for a higher position with all of this PR, I do not think she deserves it.

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Politics › Re: LG Autonomy Judgement A Distraction, there Is hunger In The Land - Makinde by Reptyle(m): 6:00pm On Jul 13, 2024

fergie001:
Makinde was speaking during a chat with the National leadership of the Nigeria Union of Journalists who conferred on him the Grand Patron of the NUj

Seyi Makinde (Oyo State Governor)

The SC judgement is a BIG win for the people. It is definitely not a distraction. It gives some power to people at the grassroots to elect people they know will seeve the people.

There is hunger in the land...YES. What have you as a governor of a state like Oyo done to ameliorate the situation. Oyo is blessed with huge swathes of arable land that can grow virtually every staple food crop. How much has your government invested in agriculture? Always pointing fingers at the FG.

Now wey dem don comot feeding bottle for their mouth, dem dey mount soap box dey cap trash. Before you point fingers, show your workings in Oyo State.

Celebrities › Re: Inibehe Effiong Tells Toyin Abraham To Release Big Ayo by Reptyle(m): 4:41pm On Jul 10, 2024

nlfpmod:
https://x.com/InibeheEffiong/status/1810914920709472475?t=upawzDEHPv9nMmW9vWWUAg&s=08[/quote]Let them go to court and follow the process. If the court rules a no case submission or sets the accused free, so be it. That is the civil way of resolving issues. The alternative to going to court when aggrieved is for each of us to take the laws into our hands which will lead to chaos and anarchy. I find it strange that a lawyer is advising an aggrieved citizen not to file a case against an assailant simply because she is a celebrity and there is hunger in the land or because the court will free the accused. If the court free the accused, so be it.

Celebrities are people too. This actress has been the target of relentless bullying, both online and in person, even facing threats to her and her family's safety. They have even targeted her source of livlihood. Seeking legal protection is her right. As long as she's not aiming for indefinite imprisonment, there's no fault in pursuing legal recourse.

Foreign Affairs › Re: More Photos From Kenya's Tax Protest That Killed 13 People by Reptyle(m): 7:10pm On Jun 26, 2024

God1000:
This is too bad, why killing innocent civilians asking for change through peaceful protest, and this same Kenya is sending police officers to quell violence in Haiti

There is nothing peaceful about that protest!

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Travel › Re: Ayoola Olukanni: Former Nigerian Ambassador To Austria Denied Visa To Austria by Reptyle(m): 10:26pm On Jun 25, 2024

RodgersAkpafu:
oh please shut your mouth
pls
under NO guise should a former diplomatic passport holder be denied visa esp to the country he once represented his country in.....
No country will dare deny Blinken or any of his cohorts visa even after they have served their time in the US State dept and gone home....

You guys should stop rationalising rubbish

Stop frothing at the mouth and reconnect your brain for a moment.

Been an ex-diplomat does not necessarily grant you special status over other regular travelers. If the diplomat was indicted for a crime or anything shady while he was serving his term as ambassador, he would not be granted reentry to the country or to any of the other 28 European countries covered by the Schengen visa. It doesn't matter whether that individual is the US ambassador or the ambassador of Mars. The same country that reportedly denied a former diplomat a visa is granting visas to regular Nigerians like you and I on a daily basis. I say again, the former ambassador has not told the whole story behind the visa rejection.

Now run along my friend.

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Travel › Re: Ayoola Olukanni: Former Nigerian Ambassador To Austria Denied Visa To Austria by Reptyle(m): 12:21pm On Jun 25, 2024

KEVIND:
They think he wants to japa to Austria

Bolanle Olukanni, the daughter of Ambassador Ayoola Olukanni, the former Nigerian Commissioner to Australia between 2011 and 2015 writes:

Bolanle Olukanni

There is more to the story than she is stating because if regular people like me can get a schengen visa, it is unusual for someone of that status to be denied.

Instead of finding out why a well travelled career diplomat is being denied a visa to a country in which he lived and served for 3 years, we are here blaming "Nigeria". We all act as if Nigeria gave us all the bad reputation we have internationally, rather than the other way round. We all contributed one way or the other to giving Nigeria and our passport the poor international rating. It did not happen in one day and it will not change in one day either.

Speaking to the matter of this diplomat for instance, there could be a number of factors responsible for the rejection. It could be down to something as simple as filling the forms incorrectly or not supplying adequate information. Rather than use that as another avenue to rubbish or denigrate the country and our passport, file an appeal and find out why you were denied.

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Fashion › Re: Lady Denied Seating At Lagos Restaurant Over Outfit (photo) by Reptyle(m): 6:45pm On Jun 20, 2024

Gistmedia10:
A Lagos restaurant is facing backlash after a Nigerian lady accused the establishment of discriminatory practices based on her attire. The incident occurred when the woman and her friend were denied seating in the main dining area due to her outfit.

In a video posted by her, she detailed her experience at the upscale restaurant, claiming that she was turned away from the main seating area and directed to an outside section instead. According to her, the restaurant staff informed her that her outfit was "inappropriate" for their dress code, a policy she described as unfair and selectively enforced.

Is there anything wrong with her outfit?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_W-_MafoRw

The restaurant is described as "upscale". Most upscale restaurant have a strict code of conduct and set of rules. There are some you can't enter unless you are semi-formally dressed. There are some that won't let you in without a jacket on. Dpme do not allow jeans or denims. Above all, they reserve the right to cater to a particular clientele based on the rules they have set as long as you are not discriminated against on the basis of gender and color.

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Foreign Affairs › Re: Greek Coastguard Threw Migrants Overboard To Their Deaths, Witnesses Say by Reptyle(m): 7:35pm On Jun 17, 2024

God1000:
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0vv717yvpeo

I honestly do not blame those countries. If you cannot afford to migrate legally to another country, stay in yours, elect the right leaders and hold them accountable for good leadership.

The other countries you are running to did not become great overnight. A lot of work, blood, sacrifice and discipline went into it. They do not want to accept us into their countries because they see the mess we have made of ours and are afraid we will do the same to theirs if they let us in.

Rightly so too. I mean just look at what is happening to countries that have thrown their doors open to every Tom, dick and Harry from Africa and the Middle East.

There is nothing wrong with seeking greener pastures in other countries. But please submit yourself to their screening process and get proper permission to enter those countries. Or better still, stay and tend your field until it becomes a green pasture too.

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Sports › Re: Victor Oshihem Reaction To Finidi George Was Uncalled For by Reptyle(m): 9:32pm On Jun 15, 2024

KiNg0G:
I was surprised to watch the video just now and I was shocked with the way he spoked on his live.. like what? I mean who does that as a pro in ones respective feeds. here are the top 3 impression that video showedcase to the world at large.

UNPROFESSIONALISM

we all could agree it's all anger but what I expected from him to do like some other players is to calm down, access the situation and speak with his team on how to go about it. If need be for him to clear the allegations that was made public by finidi, organise a press conference or a podcast and tell your own side of the story. Isn't that more matured? When c ronaldo was maltreated at man u. He never turned on his ig live and start blabbing up and down because he knows what it might cost him.

LACK OF RESPECT

I was just watching the video and seeing the way he was mentioning finidis name like it's his fellow team mate quarreling. I just can't explain the feeling I felt deep down in my tummy. Like this is an ex super eagle legend you are talking to. A Coach for that matter.. where's the respect? All I could do was just to shake my head in disdain. I mean even if you had an issue with what he said why not control the words you used as a face of the country.

PRIDE AND EGO IN PLAY

Victor oshihem showed he doesn't rate Nigerians at all with that outburst. He even said ogun should kill anyone who believe the rumours. This is someone nigerians can die before but just mere watching the video he really doesn't care about the national team. If a local born player like him could vex and display on the internet this manner, what more do we expect from foreign base players?

Nigeria which way..

He actually displayed the very attitude the coach complained about. Talking with such arrogance and pride about what he has done for Nigeria? Osimhen is probably too young to know who George Finidi is and what he and his generation of Eagles sacrificed for the country. How many matches has Osimhen played for Nigeria? How many goals has he scored? How many trophies has he won that his ego is threatening to overtake his sense of reasoning?

I think the problem is that most of the foreign based players have little or no regard for home-based coaches and the NFF does nothing to help the issue. How do you hire someone as chief coach and relegate him after just 2 matches? Was Finidi supposed to perform magic with a recalcitrant set of players who were playing like they did not understand what's at stake? Do those players look like players that are ready for the world cup? You hire someone on an agreement of 15 million naira monthly and then you cut his pay to 1.5 million naira after 2 matches? Who does that? I am glad the man resigned in order to maintain his self respect.

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Politics › Re: Labour Vows To Reject Meagre Addition To ₦60,000 As Minimum Wage by Reptyle(m): 10:26pm On Jun 04, 2024

0001Lagos:
100k or the strike continues Insha Allah

Can you pay your worker 100k if granted? How many states can pay 100k. Same states that are yet to implement 30k minimum or the ones owing workers months of unpaid wages?

Let's be realistic. Even if FG agrees to 100k today, only FG and maybe some levels of the organised private sector can pay it. Majority of workers will only see it on paper.

Politics › Re: Heritage Bank: CBN Should Not Destabilize The Country's Financial System —Obi by Reptyle(m): 9:49am On Jun 04, 2024

[quote author=Lizzysamuel post=130294997][/quote]What has he said now that the CBN is not already doing huh

The man just likes the sound of his own voice.

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Politics › Re: Obasanjo Grew The Economy In 1 Year, Tinubu Should Do Same- Rufai Oseni by Reptyle(m): 10:41am On May 31, 2024

RenaissanceGuy:
Meaning it was only during Obasanjo's tenure we experienced negative inflation (deflation)—you buy a measure of rice for ₦400 last year, but you're buying it for ₦300 this year.

In all honesty, when have we ever witnessed a reversal in the prices of goods and services in this country? Throughout my life here, I haven't seen such a phenomenon. At best, I've observed commodity prices remaining steady over several years, unlike the present situation where we see products changing prices almost on a daily basis.

The reality is that the global and local economic conditions of that time were vastly different from the current scenario. Things were far more stable back then. This is not to excuse the present government, of course, because in my opinion, if you seek a job, you should perform it diligently. However, it makes little sense to compare Nigeria in 1999 with Nigeria in 2023, unless we're being completely irrational.

Food › Re: Chioma Okoli: Court Remands Erisco Tomato Paste Reviewer In Prison Over Comment by Reptyle(m): 9:00am On May 29, 2024

FreeStuffsNG:
https://saharareporters.com/2024/05/28/nigerian-court-remands-tomato-paste-reviewer-chioma-okoli-prison-over-comments-erisco

This saga is an unfortunate situation for both parties involved. Erisco could have leveraged the publicity from the incident to promote the very product that was being criticized, turning it into an opportunity. Or they could have simply ignored the lady and moved on. The woman at the time did not even have the sort of online followers or influence to do any real damage to the product. The whole thing would have blown over in a week or two However, the owner's ego hindered his ability to recognize this potential, and his media team failed to guide him toward making the right decision. Consequently, the company now faces additional losses due to the impact of cancel culture.

On the other hand, the lady in question had a chance to walk away freely by issuing a simple apology. Instead, she decided to align herself with the agenda of a media-hungry, aspiring human rights lawyer. Her former lawyer had secured a deal that would have allowed her to issue an apology letter and avoid further consequences. But she fired him and hired Inibehe Effiong who has helped her complicate the case beyond what it should be. Now, instead of being released from detention, she faces imprisonment because the Erisco owner has vowed to pursue the matter to its conclusion. While I sympathize with her situation, she bought this upon herself.

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Pets › Re: Man Finds His Dog Hanging Dead (Video) by Reptyle(m): 9:24am On May 17, 2024

nlfpmod:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wgILgZfTVtI

A social media user, Dude the Praise, shared a video of his dog hanging dead when he came back from work. Nobody was at home when it happened.

Looks like an accident. Seems the dog was chained to the railing on the balcony upstairs and either jumped over or fell through the gap in the railings. So sorry for your loss.

Travel › Re: Aba Road: Before And After Compare And Contrast by Reptyle(m): 8:05am On May 07, 2024

fastseo:
Aba has been known for its bad roads which has caused hardship for the people of aba and also decline in businesses.

Dr Alex C. Otti is never tired of giving Abians surprises🐣🎉

The road is handled by julius berger and it's a double lane road.

Watch out for more pictures

Kepukepu TV- KTV

Tochukwu Ogbuagu KepukepuTv
https://www.facebook.com/share/ggHNVq5j6Wysfuxv/

Good work from the governor. But I have seen a lot of Julius Berger projects and the quality of work on the road as seen in these pictures is definitely no were close to Julius Berger quality.

Politics › Re: The Cybercrimes Act 2015 Has Been Repealed & Replaced - Inibehe Effiong by Reptyle(m): 7:54pm On May 05, 2024

rinzaugustine:
Lol …same police said they are now patrolling the kaduna and abuja rail track with helicopters to prevent another terrorist attack. The price of a military helicopter plus services that follow it is in millions of dollar while drones with cameras are sold for less than $500 and mass production can get it to you for less than $100 and it is very efficient security wide and can secure the whole country with a back up solar technology..this always brings up the question of is Nigeria cursed with bad leaders or are Nigerians the problem? IBB, Abacha, OBJ, GEJ had teams with many technocrats who were able to make some difference but Tinubu like buhari just assembled a team of almost stark illiterates policy wise, without experience who do not know what they are doing with the exception of one or two like tunji Ojo . The rest are just there from party and tribal affiliations. Shettima confessed like everyone knows they had no plans for Nigeria but went and copied Obi and Atiku plans hoping it would work lol …that reminds me of back in the days when we were writing GSCE waec exams one of the invigillators caught a boy copying from a girl. She read aloud what the boy copied . The cheating dullard wrote same essay verbatim the girl wrote on “why I like being a girl” everyone burst into laughter. The cheating boy dullard reminds me of tinubu and the fact shettima admitted they copied instead of originality allegorized similar case about the tinubu questionable academic background and the question on everyone’s lips “how did we get here “..?

What is the range that a 500 USD or 1000 USD can cover? How long can it stay airborne before it needs a recharge? Do you know the distance between Kaduna and Abuja? Do you know how much a drone that can cover that distance will cost? When the drone spots the bandits, can it engage them? Do you know how much an armed drone costs? The helicopter not only can spot the bandits but can also engage them from the air, thanks to its mounted machine gun. It can also cover the distance between Abuja and Kaduna. Let's not always be too quick to run down any idea proposed for security especially when we don't have all of the information. Even in more developed countries with more advanced militaries, armed helicopter escort is still the go-to when it comes to personnel air support.

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Politics › Re: IGP Withdraws All Policemen Attached To Yahaya Bello by Reptyle(m): 12:01pm On Apr 19, 2024

Gjrich:
https://dailypost.ng/2024/04/19/igp-withdraws-all-policemen-attached-to-fleeing-kogi-ex-gov-yahaya-bello/

Should the attached policemen and DSS not simply receive instructions to arrest him?🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

Politics › Re: 2027: I’m Not Desperate To Be President — Peter Obi by Reptyle(m): 9:36am On Apr 08, 2024

Ofunaofu:
https://tribuneonlineng.com/2027-im-not-desperate-to-be-president-peter-obi/

Mr. Obi always claims he's not desperate for the presidency, yet his actions suggest otherwise. There's no shame in his ambition; aspiring for Nigeria's presidency demands dedication and some measure of desperation. He should embrace his drive openly, as it's crucial for such a significant endeavor.

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Politics › Re: Revolution Has Started' - Aisha Yesufu On Looting Of Truck Carrying Food Items I by Reptyle(m): 9:04pm On Mar 04, 2024

amoreobansu:
https://dailypost.ng/2024/03/04/revolution-has-started-aisha-yesufu-on-looting-of-truck-carrying-food-items-in-abuja/

Stealing is the revolution huh

Sports › Re: AFCON: Alex Iwobi Meets With Minister Of Sport, Sen. John Ehoh (picture, Video) by Reptyle(m): 6:04pm On Feb 13, 2024

All Iwobi and his team mates are guilty of is playing to the instruction of their coach. He was told to play deep in the midfield as part of the defensive strategy adopted by the coach.

The boys actually did well getting that far even though most of us did not even give them a chance...at least I know I personally did not expect them to pass the knockout stages.

It was an ok performance. They are still young and there will be many more tourneys to play.

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Celebrities › Re: Marriage Is Not An Achievement – Mary Remmy Njoku by Reptyle(m): 11:39am On Feb 05, 2024

"Marriage is not an achievement..."

This is very easy to say when you are already happily married to the man or woman of your dreams. Just the same way rich people always say "Being rich is not the same as being successful." Ehhhhn I know. But wait let me become rich first and then I can make up my own mind! cheesy

Jokes apart, notions like success, happiness, beauty, etc. are all relative to the individual. Our definitions differ from person to person, all factors considered. For instance, you cannot tell a woman who is successful in every regard except in her ability to settle down with a partner, not to view marriage as an achievement worth celebrating. You cannot tell a man who has worked hard his whole life to earn a decent living, that finally overcoming poverty at 55 is not an accomplishment. We need to practice respecting people's individuality and perspectives, even if we do not fully agree.

Events › Re: Is 1 Million Naira Enough For Wedding In This Time And Age ? by Reptyle(m): 3:33pm On Jan 29, 2024

beekind:
Like I said, can a couple plan a wedding within a budget of 1 million naira ?
This will include, bride prices, clothes, feeding of guests e.t.c.

1 million naira is more than enough for a wedding. But a lot depends on the kind of wedding and your understanding of what a wedding really is.

To start with, you do not need to invite the whole of your kith and kin for the program. During my wedding, I looked around the hall at the multitude of people and found I did not know more that 15 people in the crowd that well. Truth is that they had no business attending my wedding. You also do not need to have a public wedding or a reception afterwards.

Plan for ONE wedding. There is no need to do both Traditional and English. They are both valid before the law and before God so pick 1. If you want to go English, you can arrange with your pastor to have the wedding in his office with only your parents and witnesses present. If you want to go traditional, you can have it in a living room with only members of the immediate family present. If you must have refreshments after either of the event, and that is a big IF, plan for a crowd of no more than 100, preferably less, and have takeaway packs and drinks. At 4 or 5 thousand per pack, you should be able to keep your budget down. Use your own clothes for the wedding. But if you must wear something extra special, consider renting rather than making them.

Unfortunately, there are some cultures that have turned marriage to a business endeavor so get familiar with the culture of the woman you want to marry and plan accordingly. No gree for anybody cheesy

Good luck!

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Family › Re: Do You Have This In Your Bathroom? by Reptyle(m): 1:58pm On Jan 11, 2024

Whalis:
I always try to do away with this but it always builds up again.
I may not be the only one struggling with this.
Although sometimes it has come to help when I suddenly run out of soap.

Option 1 - Put them in a stainless aluminum bowl and put it on low heat on the stove. Let it melt and then pour into any mold of your choice. Leave to cool or pop it in the freezer for a few minutes and voila - you have a new bar of soap. you can use for laundry if you don't want to use it for bathing.

[b]Option 2 - [/b]If you have a top loading manual washing machine, you can throw it in with your dirty laundry.

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Politics › Re: One Way: Soldiers Rant, Fault Arrest Of Errant Colleague by Reptyle(m): 11:55am On Jan 08, 2024

TajuDEENaMao:
Gov Sanwo-Olu ordered a soldier to be arrested and locked up for riding bike on “one-way” lane Meanwhile, the same Sanwo-Olu was caught driving on “one-way” lane with his long convoy.

This is the life of the average politician in Nigeria. They make rules then use them to oppress the POOR or common Nigerian.

This, in any way, doesn’t exonerate the soldier. He should be made to face the penalty of his unlawful act

Where did you see the governor's convoy driving "one way"?

I have personally encountered the governor's convoy 3 times and I have never seen them driving against traffic.

Besides, even if that were the case, one can consider the governor's movement an emergency or high security movement just like an ambulance, a fire truck or a police truck. That is why they have sirens to signify it is a security or emergency situation.

What exactly was a soldier in mufti's emergency that caused him to ride against traffic, especially when it wasn't as if there was traffic on the right lane?

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Politics › Re: Tinubu Threatened Fubara To Sign Resolution, Ex-commissioner by Reptyle(m): 4:07pm On Dec 22, 2023

Wutinky:
What you typed does not make sense in any way.

Politics › Re: Tinubu Threatened Fubara To Sign Resolution, Ex-commissioner by Reptyle(m): 12:48pm On Dec 22, 2023

Nbote:
Wike must really have some strong leverage against Tinubu and the PDP because it is baffling how everyone seems to bend to his will

In my view, this situation is not directly linked to Wike or Fubara. Nigeria's economy is predominantly reliant on a single commodity - oil. Rivers State plays a crucial role in the oil sector, and considering the current economic challenges, any President would take action to prevent the state from descending into chaos, which could disrupt the smooth functioning of the oil industry. It is imperative for the Niger-Delta region to maintain stability for the greater good of the entire country.

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