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Politics › Re: 98 Checkpoints Exist In Southeast, Extortion Common - Igbo National Council by Reptyle(m): 3:28pm On Sep 01, 2024
ogododo:
https://dailypost.ng/2024/09/01/group-reveals-98-security-checkpoints-exist-in-southeast-alleges-extortion/
Hmmm! He who brings home ant infested firewood should not complain when the lizards come calling.
NYSC › Re: Allow NYSC Members Serve In Their Zones — Afenifere Tells FG by Reptyle(m): 9:28pm On Aug 29, 2024
opamoses1:
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2024/08/allow-nysc-members-serve-in-their-zones-afenifere-tells-fg/
If corpers are going to stay in their zones, then they might as well scrap the whole thing because it won't work anymore. The whole point of the program is to give university graduates a chance to experience different regions and cultures around the country.
Autos › Re: New Tvs King Kargo Tricycle With Box by Reptyle(m): 9:04pm On Aug 26, 2024
What are the prices? Especially the blue one?
Politics › Re: PIDOM Nigeria Is Missing by Reptyle(m): 11:19pm On Aug 23, 2024
adamusuleiman3:
https://punchng.com/concerns-mount-as-anonymous-whistleblower-pidomnigeria-reported-missing/
How is he reported "missing" when it has been confirmed he is with the police with clear bail conditions set?
Politics › Re: Joe Ajaero: TVC News Anchor Vs NLC General Secretary, Ugboaja (Video) by Reptyle(m): 2:15pm On Aug 21, 2024
This hatred for the President has robbed many of us of our objectivity. Otherwise, I see nothing wrong with the questions asked by the TV reporter. The questions asked are not half as scathing as those usually asked by Rufai on Arise TV or Seun on Channels TV, to great applause.

Generally speaking, the NLC President is a citizen of this country and does not enjoy any immunity from arrest or invitation by the police.

The Police has displayed great restraint and deference for the NLC President's office by sending an invitation rather than apprehending him, which is what they would do for the ordinary Nigerian. I think it is now necessary for Mr. Ajaero to show some self respect and regard for the office he occupies by making himself available.

There is no way someone of his ilk can claim to be oppressed by the Police. Except he has something to hide, Mr. Ajaero should honor the police invitation expeditiously.
Politics › Re: Shut The Economy If Ajaero Is Arrested, NLC Directs Workers by Reptyle(m): 12:52pm On Aug 20, 2024
treesun:
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2024/08/breaking-shut-the-economy-if-ajaero-is-arrested-nlc-directs-workers/
But what if he is actually indicted for some unpatriotic acts? Is the NLC president above the lawhuh
Crime › Re: Identities of Medical, Dental students Kidnapped in Benue by Reptyle(m): 5:21pm On Aug 16, 2024
Racoon:
Get these student undergraduates rescued immediately. Leave legislation to stop medical healthcare workers from leaving Nigeria due to the widespread deteriorating insecurity as this ugly case.
The 2 issues are not mutually exclusive.

Government should find a way to free those kids and ensure adequate security across the country to prevent a reoccurrence.

But government should also make urgent moves to stem the brain drain within the medical sector of Nigeria. There is no country that will train medical professionals at a grossly subsidized rate only to release them almost immediately to developed countries.

If you want to practice medicine in a developed country, go and study medicine in that country and see how easy and cheap it is.
Politics › Re: Endbadgovernance Protest: Stop Blackmailing The North by Reptyle(m): 11:08pm On Aug 06, 2024
TonyeBarcanista:
- Tonye Barcanista
You have said a lot and ended up saying not much. The fact is that since the return to democracy, the north only joins a protest under a president of southern extraction. If a nationwide protest breaks out under a president of northern extraction, the north sits it out.

Frankly speaking, I have no problem with that, but it is what it is. They always rally round and look out for their own. We saw it play out in the Y'aradua situation where northern politicians stood firm in insisting GEJ must not be sworn in even after it had become obvious that Y'aradua was either incapacitated or dead.

We down south are always quick to throw ours under the bus because of our petty rivalries but the north will consistently speak with one voice. They always tilt towards their own if it comes down to making a choice. Kudos to them.
Business › Re: Global Market Decline Hits Nigerian Stocks With ₦‎93 Billion Loss by Reptyle(m): 1:18pm On Aug 06, 2024
ogododo:
https://punchng.com/global-market-decline-hits-nigerian-stocks-with-n93bn-loss/
Waiting for the first dunderhead that will blame this on Tinubu and Nigeria's government. lipsrsealed
Politics › Re: Edo APC's Unholy War Against CAN - Ogbebor by Reptyle(m): 8:35am On Aug 06, 2024
Chinjo2:
After all their propaganda against Asue Ighodalo and Obaseki failed, they now turned it to CAN for telling the truth that the so called rice belongs to one of their vendors which they contracted to transport the rice but the truck broke down.
It is a known fact that Obaseki launched a 1 billion monthly feeding progtamm in the state where palliative are being handed over to both Christian and Muslim leaders for onward distribution to the poor among them because he knows that if he gives it to politicians, they will only give it to party loyalist.
APC claimed it was the rice donated by the federal government but was rebagged.
They refused to ask their candidate Monday Okpebholo who is a serving Senator about the rice and over 3 billion he was given.
It's good to see you arguing so passionately in defense of the governor of Edo State and his associates in CAN. I hope you would present a similarly logical argument if an APC government were in charge of Edo State. It seems that our sense of truth is now dictated by our political affiliations. It seems we have all suspended our logical reasoning and critical thinking, and it's truly a shame.
Foreign Affairs › Re: Bangladesh’s Army Chief Waker-uz-zaman Takes Charge After Pm’s Ouster by Reptyle(m): 9:20pm On Aug 05, 2024
Hmmm! I hope the Bengalis do not regret their actions. Soldiers aren't trained to lead civilians. They are not democrats. They rule by decree and do not believe in human rights. I just hope for their sake that the new leader doesn't cultivate a taste for power and decide to stay.
Politics › Re: Protests: President Tinubu Will Address Nigerians On Sunday by Reptyle(m): 7:01pm On Aug 03, 2024
alsudan:
ODDS for Thiefnibuu to address the country.

Live and not pre recorded. 1.02

Live without a prepared speech. 1.01.

Useless odds, useless Presidiot.
What difference does it make whether it is live or pre-recorded?🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️
Politics › Re: Protest Is Gaining Ground Here In Benin City by Reptyle(m): 1:34pm On Aug 01, 2024
slaawomirr:
Aduwawa here in Benin city is blocked already

If tinubu is not careful this will lead to a cataclysmic revolution
Tinubu is safe in Abuja. If he isn't in Abuja, he will br safe in Lagos. In fact, if the whole of Nigeria goes up in flames, he will be safe elsewhere.

Guess who has no where to go if it all goes up in flames? The people blocking Aduwawa and those planning a "cataclysmic revolution".

So do not worry...do not worry at all.
TV/Movies › Re: BBNaija S9: Ndinne Wins First Custodian Challenge by Reptyle(m): 1:28pm On Jul 29, 2024
thesicilian:
That's how you guys distort information in your own heads and then make conclusions based on the distorted versions. Is BBNaija now synonymous with all of TV? Or you mean to tell me you cannot "eat and bathe" without watching BBNaija first?
What am I even doing engaging you self? I can practically feel my IQ dropping just by attempting to reply you in a manner you'd understand undecided
Talmbout "IQ dropping" like it was ever anything but mid!

Watching BB Naija or any other program on TV does not interfere with anyone attending a protest. If Watching BB Naija interferes with your ability to plan or join your protest, turn it off or tune to another channel. Makes no sense to ask government to ban a program or ask a private entity like DSTV not to do their business because disgruntled Nigerians want to protest. Now run along please.
TV/Movies › Re: BBNaija S9: Ndinne Wins First Custodian Challenge by Reptyle(m): 8:51am On Jul 29, 2024
diesel86:
No let Nigerians reason your matter, dem go just burn down that your studio house, because I do not understand if na by force to do this SHOW yearly (Very insensitive at this time angry)
Why to dey burn burn dey always sweet unahuh
TV/Movies › Re: BBNaija S9: Ndinne Wins First Custodian Challenge by Reptyle(m): 8:43am On Jul 29, 2024
thesicilian:
So you people are planning protest amd still watching BBNaija? You people are not serious yet.
What's wrong with planning a protest and watching TV? Maybe the planners should stop eating and taking a bath too, just to show you how "serious" they are.
Politics › Re: Planned Protests: Suspend BBNaija - Human Rights Advocate by Reptyle(m): 2:26am On Jul 29, 2024
bolabizzle:
Source: https://www.gistlover.com/online-requests-for-the-suspension-of-bbnaija-season-9-as-nationwide-protest-draws-close/
If you leave some of these so called youths, they would be the worse set of despots that ever existed.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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. shocked

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.
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.
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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