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Education / Re: If Lockdown Persists, What Will Happen To Our Education System? by Rockyrascal(m): 7:24pm On Apr 17, 2020
no be who dey alive dey go school undecided
Crime / Re: Four Nigerian Students In Canada Wanted For $2 Million Dollar Romance Scam by Rockyrascal(m): 11:40am On Apr 17, 2020
Memberclub:
These are not Nigerian names.
those names up there look like south south names; predictably Edo.
Health / Re: Coronavirus: When Will It End, Will Things Ever Get Back To Normal? by Rockyrascal(m): 11:49am On Apr 15, 2020
I sure know the world economies will fall into economic recession.
Nairaland / General / Re: Buhari Commends EU N21 Billion Donation To Tackle Pandemic by Rockyrascal(m): 11:46am On Apr 15, 2020
Baba don still cash out...na we the poor masses go still suffer.
Politics / Re: People That Will Feel The Additional 14 Days Lockdown By The President by Rockyrascal(m): 4:20pm On Apr 14, 2020
NwaNimo1:
Boko haram.....Fulani herdsmen......Suya sellers
bloody tribalist!!
Politics / Re: INNOSON Now Produces Fighter Jet Parts For Nigerian Airforce by Rockyrascal(m): 5:41pm On Apr 10, 2020
This one NCDC hasn't sent me text message today, I hope they haven't broke up with me.

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Religion / Re: Pastor Odumeje Praying On Mountain Top, Interceding For The World by Rockyrascal(m): 2:52pm On Apr 10, 2020
Pastor agabadosky... The liquid metal himself grin cheesy
Politics / Re: FCT, Lagos, Ogun Communities Ignore Lockdown Order by Rockyrascal(m): 7:56am On Apr 06, 2020
A lock down without no substantial palliative measures undecided
Politics / Re: Things That Have Changed Because Of Coronavirus by Rockyrascal(m): 5:31pm On Apr 05, 2020
Mc4larin:
Copied:

*Covid-19: Our Sin level has dropped*

If there was an instrument that can measure the Sin level on the earth today, a *Sinometer* (lol), I believe the guage will show a great drop in the sins of humanity. Or how do you explain;

1. That most brothels and clubs are shut at this time because of social distancing. Sexual immorality rate has thankfully, dropped

2. Nigerian Senators donating 50% of their salaries to fund Covid-19 account. Greed of our Senators have miraculously, dropped

3. Lockdown has forced Lagos and Abuja drivers to sit at home. Abuses on the steering, traffic offences, conductor and passenger fighting have all drastically, dropped

4. Husbands (and maybe wives too) are forced to sit at home with family. Marital infidelity has significantly, dropped

5. Lots of rich people and organisations are suddenly donating to Covid-19 account. Disregard to Corporate social Responsibility has openly dropped.

6. Because of the lockdown, our cars are forced to take some much needed rest globally, so our beloved earth too can rest. Carbon emission that has been hurting the earth has sweetly, dropped

7. Because of the fear of the lockdown, couples (most especially daddies) had to hurriedly drop money to stock the house. Financial irresponsibility in the home has thankfully, dropped

8. Since couples are now forced to stay at home, marital distancing has miraculously, dropped

9. Because we are now at home, office politics, antagonism and wickedness have sincerely, dropped

10. Before Covid-19, nations were preoccupied on how to attack each other, economically, militarily and politically. Now we are jointly attacking the common Covid-19 enemy. So multi-national wars have for now, unbelievably, dropped

11. The fear of Covid-19 has even forced terrorist groups globally to withdraw into their caves, as they monitor event of things too. Terrorist activities and killings have greatly, dropped

12. Even herdsmen are observing the sit at home order with their cows in the fields. News of herdsmen killings has suddenly, dropped

13. The lockdown has slowed down the human rat race of work, waking up early, pursuing things, keeping deadlines. So, Hustling, Stress level and BP issues have appreciably, dropped

14. Covid-19 hit advanced nations first, who had previously boasted in their technological, medical and scientific advancements. The pride of, we-are-untouchable by the developed countries have humbly, dropped.
15. Most of our pastors and other men of God, who had boasted on their divine powers to deal and conquer Covid 19 have all suddenly gone quiet.

16. On a lighter note, even witches and wizards have also obeyed the sit at home order, by pressing the pause button. Wickedness in high places have truly, dropped

These are some sins of the World that Covid-19 has thankfully helped us arrest. Let's drop our sins. Now we see we can indeed live better lives.

You can add to the list and let's continue living like this after the Covid-19 impasse is over...���
Number 2 is a bunch of fallacy.
Celebrities / Re: JJC Skillz 43rd Birthday Party Amid Coronavirus. Funke Akindele Under Fire by Rockyrascal(m): 5:26pm On Apr 05, 2020
Giftexx:
What if the invited guests have been tested and covid free? I know think Funke is that dull.
it doesn't change the fact that at this challenging times we must adhere to authorities to take precautionary measures.

If they don't celebrate this year, they would surely celebrate next year's....remember health is wealth.
Health / Re: COVID-19: Brazil Digs Hundreds Of Graves In Preparation For Deaths (Photos) by Rockyrascal(m): 10:57am On Apr 05, 2020
TheChameleon:
angry

Many years back. I was killing for a living...

This is my true story.

[img]https://media1./images/5a7af647680b1cbb8cb9277b33d713ce/tenor.gif?itemid=10794904[/img]
what's this one saying undecided
Celebrities / Re: JJC Skillz 43rd Birthday Party Amid Coronavirus. Funke Akindele Under Fire by Rockyrascal(m): 10:52am On Apr 05, 2020
This is reckless and insane. NCDC ambassador, and she doesn't practice what she always preach.

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Politics / Re: COVID-19 - Akin Alabi Provides Emergency Relief Package For His Constituents by Rockyrascal(m): 11:41am On Mar 30, 2020
This is commendable... His colleagues must do the same
Health / Re: Video: Moment El Rufai Announced He Is Positive by Rockyrascal(m): 9:41am On Mar 29, 2020
But where is buhari? He should be told been tested positive Is not a death sentence
Health / Re: Coronavirus Test Kits Arrive Nigeria As Cases Toll 42 by Rockyrascal(m): 6:15pm On Mar 24, 2020
This is good news for us
Sports / Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Rockyrascal(m): 10:29pm On Mar 08, 2020
Tolulopefinest:
When did Ighalo became this good?
Who saw that sensational back pass?
You can't stop a determined soul mehn cool
ighalo's hold up play is out of this world. He as a good positioning and Alot of confidence, not forgetting his EpL experience.

Odion ighalo his/was one of the best super eagles strikers of all time.
Sports / Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Rockyrascal(m): 10:21pm On Mar 08, 2020
BascoVanVeli:


This is the sad reaction of his teammates after hearing the news of his passing. This is just a f*cking disgrace. May his soul rest in peace.

https://mobile.twitter.com/sportingshina/status/1236722064792391681
RIP to the dead.
Sports / Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Rockyrascal(m): 11:07am On Mar 08, 2020
Joebie:
Do Nigeria need to fight England for Arsenal sensation Bukayo Saka?


SOLACE CHUKWU
Correspondent
23 hours ago

The teenager has been a revelation for the Gunners, and his performances have predictably sparked a conversation about his international future
Article continues below

By no means is Alexandre Lacazette the absolute authority on the pedigree of young players in the Premier League.

However, his glowing praise of youngster Bukayo Saka – he referred to the 18-year-old as the best young player in the English top flight – did not ring hollow at all. While it can be disputed, it is not preposterous.

The winger has shone in his repurposing as a marauding left-back, and has assisted more goals than any other player in the Arsenal squad so far this season. Put simply, while this has been an underwhelming campaign for the Gunners, it could have been so much worse without their new wing wizard.

England's left-back options all have question marks over them: Ben Chilwell has struggled to find his best form since December, the utility of Danny Rose's move to Newcastle United remains to be seen, Luke Shaw has only just begun to look serviceable as the left-sided centre-back in a back three at Manchester United, and Ashley Young is a little long in the tooth just now.

Tough luck for Nigeria then, who would have been hoping to snag another gem of the British production line undetected. It now appears that, if the Nigeria Football Federation wish to have the West London-born Saka turn out for the Super Eagles, it will come down to a protracted battle.

Herein lies a paradox: the very performances that have made him worth pursuing for Nigeria are also making him less attainable. With each passing game, it will only get more onerous.

So much so, in fact, that it is worth considering: does Nigeria actually need to be involved in this tussle at all?

The first layer of difficulty is the fact that Saka has played for England up to U-19 level, and so would require more than a little paperwork to switch his international allegiance.

This is even presupposing his amenability to the idea; he has been keen to embrace his Nigerian heritage at every opportunity, but that is not to say he would be willing to lay down all the perks that come with being a full England international. It is not a coincidence that, within weeks of committing to the Three Lions, both Fikayo Tomori and Tammy Abraham inked new contracts at Chelsea. As it happens, Saka is presently in contract talks with Arsenal.

However, there is a more fundamental concern: do Nigeria actually need him?

It may seem preposterous to suggest, but there is a case to be made he is not exactly essential, especially in his current guise. There is no denying his profile is attractive – he is unnervingly calm in possession, has courage, and possesses a telling final ball.

That said, the recent comments credited to Arsenal's head of youth development Marcel Lucassen – he referred to Saka as having "the potential to become one of the best three wing-backs in the world" – revealed the perception and expectation of him at the club. Far from being a short-term fix, his deployment at left-back might very well be permanent.

No disrespect at all to the position – full-backs are of the utmost importance in modern football – but do the Super Eagles have a pressing need in that area?

Consider this: his peculiar deployment within Mikel Arteta's system at Arsenal liberates him to be a force in the final third, with Granit Xhaka filling in for him further back.

It is not the sort of tactical adaptation that would be made for him at international level for Nigeria, where there's already a functioning system in place and he would be required to sink or swim—hardly ideal conditions for a teenager.

There is of course the option of simply utilizing him further forward for Nigeria, in a role the player himself has stated a preference for.

This is hardly unusual: in recent times, the likes of Victor Moses and John Obi Mikel have been pressed into service for the national team in roles that were different from those they played at club level.

Both, unsurprisingly, relished their heightened prominence in the final third when in green and white.

The results have been decidedly mixed though, which will come as a surprise to no one. The more time a player spends in one role at club level, the less suited he becomes to another, even while retaining a basic level of competence still.

As such, getting Saka and fielding him further afield would arguably not be the best use of his skillset, especially if he continues on the path to fulfilling Lucassen's prophecy

While there can be no denying Saka is a marvellous talent either England or Nigeria would be glad to have, it remains unclear at this time just how best that ability can be harnessed on the international stage.

—goal
if there is any in form player open to represent the GwG, NFF shouldn't hesitate to have talks.

The national team must have alternatives to evaluate before any competition.
Education / Re: Here Are The Worst 10 Courses To Study In Nigeria by Rockyrascal(m): 10:46am On Mar 08, 2020
BOTANY

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Crime / Re: Man Sentenced For Stealing Fried Meat At Aso Rock Hotel, Lagos by Rockyrascal(m): 5:13am On Mar 08, 2020
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Sports / Re: My Girlfriend Left Me Because I Had Nothing To Offer Her – Odion Ighalo [PHOTO] by Rockyrascal(m): 6:39am On Mar 07, 2020
Truth is nobody wants to associate with failure. Am not supporting the lady's action but if you have nothing atleast be purposeful in life.
Ighalo did a proper comeback.

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Sports / Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Rockyrascal(m): 10:43pm On Mar 05, 2020
Pls Nff call ighalo back from retirement cheesy

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Sports / Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Rockyrascal(m): 10:42pm On Mar 05, 2020
Ighalo two starts 3goals.... Am so proud of him.

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Celebrities / Re: 'The Crowded Self': Noel Michael Buki's Book About MI Abaga's Album "Yung Dnxl" by Rockyrascal(m): 12:37pm On Mar 04, 2020
DO YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE? is my favorite track from the album.

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Health / Re: Professor Akin Abayomi Visits The Corona Virus Patient (Pictures). by Rockyrascal(m): 7:39am On Feb 29, 2020
efilefun:
Personalize your tragedy... abeggg. Which one be WE?? So China or Italy na small country...abii the virus started from Africa?

When SARS came in from China how many Nigerians e kill None. Even Ebola was less than 10 and it’s just the people around the victims that were affected. Nigeria is not conducive for those virus... 9ja too hot
lol...so basically speaking you are saying our environment is a virus on its own?
Crime / Re: Woman Dies During Sex With A Policeman In Ado-Ekiti by Rockyrascal(m): 6:18am On Feb 27, 2020
IDONTBELIEVEIT!!
Romance / Re: I’m Not Controversial I Am Just Too Pretty by Rockyrascal(m): 1:47pm On Feb 26, 2020
Casalindaa:
Why do people feel threatened by me?? I’m not controversial, I’m not dramatic I just pretty.
i feel threatened by this your extravagant MONIKER alone.
Politics / Re: Are You Not Ashamed That We Are Here. by Rockyrascal(m): 7:42pm On Feb 20, 2020
This will soon turn to a tribal E-war

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Sports / Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Rockyrascal(m): 5:56am On Feb 17, 2020
andrewbaba44:
So osimhen scores ?

Bring it on

Haaaland is not better than osimhen

I might take this argument to the next level
But to be very honest this statement is true.
Sports / Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Rockyrascal(m): 5:53am On Feb 17, 2020
Humility017:
Dessers cleared for Sierra Leone clash – Pinnick

Published February 17, 2020

Cyril Dessers
Dutch league goal king will be deadly, says NFF boss


Ejaria’s paperwork still in progress

Johnny Edward

Cyril Dessers has been cleared by Federation International Football Association to play for Nigeria at international level ,
Sports Extra has reliably gathered .
Dessers, the son of a Belgian father and Nigerian mother , declared his intention to play for the Super Eagles ahead of Belgium in 2019 .

This means Dessers could make his international debut next month with the Eagles , who host Sierra Leone in a 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba .
“ Dessers is sure for Sierra Leone, what a squad that will be once he joins the rest of the squad, a deadly attack ,” the President of the Nigerian Football Federation , Amaju Pinnick told Sports Extra
exclusively.

The Heracles Almelo forward is expected to provide both competition and backup for Lille ’ s striker , Victor Osimhen if he translates his club form to the international arena.

Osimhen has scored four goals in his first eight games for the Eagles since his debut .
So far this term, the 25 -year-old Dessers has scored 17 goals in all competitions .
Sports Extra also gathered that the paperwork for the duo Ovie Ejaria and Ademola Lookman are still on .
“ Ovie’ s paperwork is still on but that of Lookman , not yet , ” Pinnick disclosed to Sports Extra exclusively.

punch News
this is good news
Sports / Re: "The Super Eagles Thread: The Road To AFCON 2023, 2025 And 2026 World Cup by Rockyrascal(m): 5:50am On Feb 17, 2020
TheSuperNerd:
Osimhen bags his 18th of the season!!! This Boy is a Monster-Machine!!!

Scoring yet again in another big game in France! Osimhen is the realest deal!!
anytime I hear or read that "osihmen scored" I always make sure I watch the match highlights. Let me quickly go and watch the match highlights .

Modified: Osihmen as a very good positioning, not scared to take on defenders, he always wants to hold the ball and his finishing was world class.
Why his he not rated with the level j.sancho, And E. Haaland are been highly rated by the sports media?

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