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Terrorists use children to attack several places. The most common one here in Nigeria is d idea of using little girls as suicide bombers.

Sometimes they use little boys. They pretend as if they are stranded and the moment some soldiers who have human sympathy see them, they take them as their errand boys in camps and these boys most times end up as spies.

I have seen many children all over the north east playing around military camps. Some of these children mostly boys are innocent while some are dangerous. When you ask some soldiers what a strange boy is doing in the camp, they say “He is a boy. A boy is nothing.”

I ask myself. “A boy is harmless?”

Let me ask this question.
Does the boy have two eyes to see?
The boy has two hands to strangle and fingers to pull a trigger?

If your answers to these questions is “Yes”
Then you agree with me that a boy is very dangerous.
Boys are more dangerous than weapons.

It is impossible to accurately calculate the number of children involved in armed conflicts in the world today.

According to the United Nations there are about 280,000 children under the age of 18 serving in government forces or armed rebel groups. Most child soldiers are aged between 14 and 18. However, in some countries, children as young as seven have been involved in armed conflicts.

Child soldiers are often associated with armed conflicts in African countries such as Burundi, Chad, Somalia, Sudan, DR Congo, Nigeria and Uganda.

The UN estimates that at least 200,000 of today’s child soldiers operate on the African continent. However, the fact is that this is not solely an African problem, but a universal one. Child soldiers are used in all regions of the world, and on the list of countries using child soldiers today you will find countries like Afghanistan, Colombia, Burma, Nepal, Iraq, Thailand and Indonesia.

Since 2001, the participation of child soldiers has been reported in 21 on-going or recent armed conflicts in almost every region of the world.

How Are They Recruited?

Children are recruited in different ways. Some enlist as a result of poverty and lack of work, and often it is the last alternative to surviving in war-torn regions after family, social and economic structures have collapsed. Children are most vulnerable if they are poor, separated from their families, displaced from their homes and living in combat zones.

A military/rebel unit can in fact be something of a refuge, serving as a kind of surrogate family for a child who has no family. The military/rebel group may seem a secure place for a child and they may join if they believe that this is the only way to guarantee regular meals, clothing or medical attention.

A child was arrested recently and he said he was 10 years old when he joined the rebel group.

He said “I remember the day I decided to join them. It was after an attack on my village. My parents, and also my grand-father were killed and I was running. I was so scared. I lost everyone; I had nowhere to go and no food to eat. In their hands I thought I would be protected, but it was hard. I would see others die in front of me. I was hungry very often, and I was scared.

Sometimes they would whip me, sometimes very hard. They used to say that it would make me a better fighter. One day, they whipped my friend to death because he could not slaughter the enemy. Also, what we did was to kidnap girls and rape them.”

Some have witnessed family members tortured or killed by government forces or armed groups, and join up as a result of this, while others are brutally abducted by armed groups and forcibly recruited. There are many examples of recruits who are arbitrarily seized from their homes, the streets, or even from schools and orphanages, when armed militia or army cadres roam the streets, picking up anyone they encounter. Sometimes children are even forced to kill their parents or commit other atrocities against their family or neighbors. Such practices help ensure that the child is “stigmatized” and unable to return to his or her home community; in this way the military group will have a loyal soldier for years to come.

We all have to pray for our country. This terrorism must stop.

Credits: http://www.thecapitalng.ng/child-soldiers-fear-the-boy-child/

I haven't used that platform before and may not be able to say how but I know some sites allow you to split payments when about to complete your order. I use www.bhphotovideo.com and they do so

onatisi:
How do u split payment on eBay?

Split the payment with different cards and that's all

jonbabat:
wow, so i cant even buy a laptop again

For me NO.... the woman was made for the man and not WOMEN made for the MEN! I don't want that even for my enemies except they choose to be second class as I'll call it

Vavana:
Matured comments please.

should a lady marry to as second wife, while The first Lady is still a life with children or a child.

If yes give your reasons. If No give your reasons.

Thanks

Mr Seun and Lalasticlala come and see ooooo

Troops of 7 Division Strike Group Team B on clearance operations of the remnants of Boko Haram terrorists at Kumshe, Borno state made startling discoveries of Improvised Explosive Device (IED) making factory, rockets and high claibre ammunitions.

Below are photographs of some of the recoveries:

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Credits: http://www.thecapitalng.ng/shocking-photos-of-explosives-recovered-from-boko-haram-in-borno/

Education in Naijiria is something now.... Kilode?

Dibu Ojerinde ought to resign and cool off so he can be responsible...... Hacked or not! JAMB just ruined her status

Once and you're crying like this? How about being rejected 5 times?

No vex but what if the owner of the money reward than the paid one later on? We think differently but that may be the plan

Laitesmart:
Bros. this ur angle.. na wa ooo

Not his money initially and his truthfulness paid off though so little but still something that he raised his reputation

you wicked small sha

pyyxxaro:


Bweast when Di'ja and Beverly de find

Naim this mumu man carry for chest


Mmmsshheeewww

Her exposure and background for me especially how mentally she is prepared and to be cope therein too.

Onyiridike:
Could you please state some of the factors so that we can learn?

After announcing that Facebook users would soon be able to express a wider range of emotions on the platform through emoji, the company is now delivering on that promise by rolling it out to all users.

The new ‘Reactions’ give you buttons for ‘Like,’ Love,’ Haha,’ Wow,’ ‘Sad’ or ‘Angry’ and to use them you just need to hold down the Like button (on mobile) or hover over it if you’re on a desktop.

Facebook says that after more than a year of testing and research, the Reactions are now ready for the prime time, so expect to see a whole lot more emotive responses in your News Feed from today.

Credits: http://www.thecapitalng.ng/facebooks-new-like-buttons-are-rolling-out-now-go-wow-at-someone/

Autocorrect made it so and I've effected the correction. Thanks

juliuscarter:
Is not a Reminder,,,it's a Rewinder

Can I pls ha e one then since it's two for you or offer her one on your part!

adorabledora:
My dear dis is just a test on ur love 4 same thing happened to me December 2015 I didn't giv in as I am talking to u now I av two gud jobs dat am about to choose one

Boy or girl báwo...... I'm a young man my dear

QueenValerie:
kay......Hey,you be boy or girl

Abi na....... because dem never reduce my bride billing even though the naira to dollar exchange don dey smile small small

QueenValerie:
lool

I know where you belong...... It's a VHS rewinder sha!

OP come and sponsor my marriage oooo.......

airmirthd1:
What is this?

Maturity as pointed isn't by age..... Sure she can but coping with the duties of marriage is another responsibility from her as well.

If I am to consider some factors here in Africa, an 18yr old will surely not be responsible for marriage #MyObservationThough

You're welcome..... I just took it upon myself to peep to your profile and was like oh dear, if you can be this beautiful to stay intact till now, the rest should not herculean to you please.....

What you have is priceless and should not be sacrificed on mediocrity or so cheaply

pinkiecutie:
I appreciate

Earlier this morning I and a colleague tried repeatedly subscribing our glo lines with the usual 1k balance and alas......not successful until I took pains to call the Customer Care Unit who now confirmed it as N1400 from N1000 without prior notice.....

Abeg, wetin NCC and Co fit talk to this matter?

Give up what? Pls dear, if not for anything, for your integrity keep it to yourself and you'll be amazed at how much you will gain sooon

South African telecoms firm MTN has withdrawn its suit against the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and has paid N50 billion from the N780 billion fine ($3.9 billion fine).

MTN confirmed this on Wednesday in a statement.

A judge had given MTN until March to try to reach a settlement with Nigerian authorities over a disputed $3.9 billion fine.

Africa’s leading telecoms firm was fined by the Nigerian Communications Commission in October for failing to disconnect 5.1 million unregistered SIM users, prompting weeks of lobbying to reduce the fine.

The original fine imposed by NCC was N1.04 trillion.

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After much appeal, the fine was reduced to N780 billion. Unsatisfied with the reduction in the fine, MTN filed a suit against NCC on Dec. 31st 2015.

According to a statement by MTN, the sum of N50bn was paid to the federal government “as a gesture of good faith and commitment to continued efforts towards an amicable resolution”.

MTN Nigeria’s CEO, Ferdi Moolman, while speaking on the new development, said

“This is a most encouraging development. It demonstrates a willingness and sincerity by both parties to work together towards a positive outcome. We are hopeful at this stage. Along with the authorities, it is clear that we are collectively committed to working towards a solution that is of mutual benefit to all parties. Our industry in Nigeria is an incredibly important example of the remarkable progress in ICT particularly as a much needed catalyst for socio-economic growth and development at this time.”

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MTN, which is led by Executive Chairman Phuthuma Nhleko makes about 37 percent of its revenue from Nigeria, and the current fine equates to more than twice its annual average capital spending over the past five years.

Nhleko was put in charge for up to six months in November to help to steer the company through the crisis.

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The NCC had last year directed mobile telecoms companies to deactivate all unregistered SIM cards or face severe sanctions.

MTN missed the deadline to deactivate its unregistered subscribers, prompting a 200,000-naira ($1,000) fine for each unregistered SIM.

Nigeria has been pushing operators to verify the identity of their subscribers, on concerns that unregistered SIM cards were being used for criminal activities in the country.

MTN is also fighting allegations for not paying tax in Cameroon.

http://www.thecapitalng.ng/mtn-pays-n50bn-from-fine-and-withdraws-suit-against-ncc/

Yepa...... #GrowTheNairaAndBuyMadeInNigeria #BuyNaijaToGrowTheNaira where is Sen. Bruce?

God bless your insights...... I've gotten a few points here to hold on to.

Bevista:
Ordinarily, I should not comment on this thread since Ubah has not mentioned how he would go about it. However, for the benefit of those who might get swayed by his cheap claims, I'll say something.
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The exchange rate (PRICE of dollars) is determined primarily by SUPPLY of dollars (through exports, FDIs, foreign borrowing, etc) and DEMAND for dollars (through imports, payments of foreign school fees/medical bills, online purchases, etc). The NET flow of these transactions determine the Balance of Payments (BOP) account with the Central Bank. Elementary economics tells us that when demand exceeds supply, prices go up!
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Coming back to Nigeria, it is well known that oil accounts for 95% of our FX earnings. As oil prices have collapsed from ~$100 in 2014 to ~$30, our supply of dollars has dropped tremendously. This is even worse when one considers that our cost of oil production is ~$20/bbl, meaning that our dollar revenue from oil has dropped from ~$80/bbl to ~$10/bbl. On the demand side, the request for imports are increasing. With such supply shock and increasing demand, there is only one way for the exchange rate to go. This is basic economics and has nothing to do with Emefiele or Buhari, except you are simply being mischievous or grossly ignorant.
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When oil collapsed from around $147 to $38 due to the 2008 Global Financial Crisis (GFC), Nigeria had a Foreign Reserve of ~$62bn. The then CBN Governor had to spend ~$20bn from the Reserves to meet import demand thereby preventing devaluation/depreciation. Between 2011 & 2014, oil price was above $100, meaning that the administration never had a dollar supply problem and so could maintain a stable exchange rate. Fast forward to late 2014 when oil prices slid to ~$60, the CBN had to devalue the Naira twice within a period of 6 months (Nov 2014 & Feb 2015) because the Reserves were too low (<$35bn) to deplete to support imports. Now in 2016, oil prices are around $30/bbl while FX Reserves is less than $28bn. The supply shock has reached unprecedented levels, yet demand for imports has not decreased. There is absolutely no way that the exchange rate can stay below N250/$. Simple economics says that price will continue to move till a new equilibrium is reached where demand equates supply.
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There is no policy from Emefiele, Soludo, Greenspan, Bernanke or any other Central Bank governor that can strengthen the Naira in the near term. Except we want to completely deplete the Reserves or go to the IMF to borrow SDRs just to meet import demands. Brace up folks, if oil price collapses to $20 (thereby increasing the supply shock) the exchange rate shall hit N1000/$ and I repeat, this has nothing to do with Emefiele or Buhari but simply economic forces. The only thing that can save the Naira is either for SUPPLY of dollars to increase (through high oil price) or DEMAND to reduce. Since we do not have control over the supply side, we can at least focus on managing the demand side.
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So Mr Ifeanyi Ubah, you have zero knowledge on what you are talking about. With all the money you made from the last government, you can start by building a refinery or some other manufacturing facility (like Dangote) to help us substitute for imports. That would help the Naira more than you seeking cheap consultancy from the government. Or except you want to broker a deal for the government to give amnesty to your Dasuki-Gate friends, so they can bring out stashed up dollars from soakaways and graveyards to support the economy.

Well said...... Functionality and specifications determine the price for any project.

I doubt the 20k of the current state of the economy except a scam

Too hard a talk........ Pls don't call the igbo such names! I'm not one of them but promote one Nigeria if you really want to aim high.

sarzy:
Tell me; arent the people that matter Yorubas? Hope you saw Omotola? In which region is Silverbird located? Dbanj that performed is from what tribe? Did the event take place in the Igbo or Yoruba land? Abi una get such event centre for Biafra? Igbos will never rule Nigeria and Biafra will never exist! You guys willb continue to be slaves for Yorubas and Hausas!