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Sory there g meant to say she made close to 70%

luvola:
@ op - stop comparing  convenant to lasu  talkless of u.i. 2 of lasu law students (a 2.1 and 2.2) last month had distinction at the nigerian law sch thereby emerging as the best student for 2011 law sch.imagine a 2.2 lasu law graduate bagging a 1st class in law school ? am not suprise because that is the normal norm in law school w.r.t lasu student . never in your life compare convenant to u.i,death is d/f from disease.

same lasu/law dept. where a sister of mine applied 2 twice and the were asked to sort on one occasion while she didn't made close to 70% but they denied her addmision and actually gave to pple with as low as 27 % . Abeg yarn somtin else jor  . . . Bloody joke!

oraclefemi:
I STUDY IN EKITI AND SOME OF MY LECTURERS LECTURE IN CU, MY LECTURER  CAME TO CLASS ONE DAY AND TOLD US THAT THE STUDENTS OF CU ARE BEING FORCED TO LEARN LIKE PRISONERS,HE SAID IF HE WERE TO TAKE OUR STUDENTS TO CU THEY WILL COME OUT WITH FIRST CLASS , THE POSTER SHOULD CALM DOWN, MOST OF THE LEGENDS IN NIGERIA WERE PRODUCED FROM THESE SAME UNIS YOU DONT RESPECT NOW, BRING YOUR BEST STUDENT IN YOUR FAC OF LAW , PUT HIM OR HER AND A STUDENT OF LAW FROM UI, he will be inspired !

dont be decieved by any incompetent lecturer telling u shitz. Twice every year some of the best of hands in nigerian universities come in & go round these private schools as external examiners, from the report they give the convenant university stands tall among unis in Nig. If i must be specific they rank convenant among the top 5, some of your lecturers u claimed r telling u stuffs abt the sch. R not being honest. lots of argument have been raised against that sch. No phone? How did uni. students survive b4 mobile phone came? No bf/gf but we know truth + they r getting married to one another immediately after grad. The list goes on.

De Radical:
Na wa ooo! comparing Almighty UI to Covenant University? Hmmmnnnn! interesting! It is only a fool that will wake up and do that. CU will get there but not yet. Sentiments apart, no reason for comparism, it is like comparing a lion in the wild and the one in the zoo cage. The lion in the wild sees life as it is while the caged lion is restricted.

what makes the difference is that environment,

UI is a no match to covenant university for now, it is just a bitter truth but that doesnt mean that they wont get there by tomorrow.

r u trying to say the long dist btw the lecture hall and student accomodation gives real life xperience or what?
Another weak argument against private uni.

[size=14pt]I would have preffered if the op had ommitted the abusive part of his thread.
I remember when the Convenant had its first set of graduates and they produced close to 90 first class in about 1300 graduates most pple accross the country (including NLders) cried foul, now UI the the acclaimed best just churned out a set of graduate with statistics mirroring that of convenant and suddenly nobody wants to talk about it the way they did before.
Covenant uni. Has shown us the way it is done:they given first class to whom it is due. They have equally scaled all the NUC accreditation hurdles in flying colour. They dared to do what no other institution could come out boldly to do, run a closed campus uni. that has produced and still producing graduate that can stand beside graduates anywhere in the world.  
I know alot of these public schools believe in awarding one or two first class/department from time to time. Infact the happenings of most nigerian school is no secret: ext ortion, rape, bribery, hooliganism, exam malpractice, money ritual, prostitution, etc.
Infact the situation in nigeria today has alot to do with the decadence in the average public university, generation after generation have sold out to secret cultism and nobody seems bold enuf to admit it, convenant uni measures up with the best in the world both in style and in result. I dont know why we have chosen to deny these private sch.s  the credit they deserve. For those of them that truely deserve it. [/size]

that's so so Nigerian

slap1:
There's still no basis for comparison. Achebe is great, so is Awojobi. Those saying they've never heard of Awojobi should know that the man died long ago, that's why you may need Google. In thirty or forty years' time, our children may need Google to know Achebe, Soyinka, et al. Most of us know about Gadaffi and Idi Amin, but we don't know about Pol Pot.

pls tell them well oh!

emmatok:
Comparing an Inventor [/b]with an[b] Author is wrong.

Achebe,Shoyinka never invented anything .

Awojobi and Philip are inventors.

In Africa how many people are educated  enough  to read Achebe or Shoyinka books.

But the-same uneducated  people ride cars, bicycle and motorcycles.

China is a world power today because of her  inventions.

Professors Ayodele Awojobi started Autonov 1 project in the 1970s, how many auto-mobile  companies do we have as at 1970s.

i tried to make em understand same in previous thread but they wouldn't understand.

kings112:
can u  imagin.   Comparing achebe that even primary school ':_pupils know with one onye ofe nshi dat even google can't find.

if we follow that line of reasoning then we might as well say Hitler is better than Achebe cos he is more popular.

I think it is most approriate to do comparison like:
Chinua Achebe vs Soyinka (Two Poets) 0r
uncle Emegweali vs prof. Ayodele Awojobi
(Two Scientist)
but if u insist on prof. Da Engr. Vs prof. Da Poet:
one impacted/inspired his generation with concrete demostration of his raw talent while the other came close to being recognised globally for an abstract idea that could have been copied.
One has done what no other Nigerian has done till date while the other is just another one-in-a-thousand low capital businessman waiting for true honor to come his way in the Nigerian 'context'.
One helped fight the decadence he saw in his environment the other got one loud ovation and took-off to the land of milk and honey.
One treated/used his first major achievement as a launching pad for an illustrous career while the other simply exchange his for visa/residence permit in the land of milk and honey.
One made 'unquantifiable' contribution while 4 the other, u and i know the procedure for foriegn visa application & cost now ! ! !

They already have industries begging for space/infrastructure for support why not consolidate on that and expand where u have advantage, plus the Lagos population explosion creating new urban settlement from Ota, Agbara, and Mowe zone. they always like to diverting vision/targets for selfish reasons, probably cos they have their pple planted there for looting sake.

[size=14pt]she looks guilty to me oh!!! now she don perfect her strategy abi, why didn't she come out with all these during her Certificate scandal.[/size]

BCuZiMBlaCk:
well, they know what to do. Just leave it to them

I hope so.

BCuZiMBlaCk:
Lol. I think he was talkin about your skillz

The guy is nutzzzs, he is suppose to be the one moderating this section but as u can see . . . . .

What r the duty of NL moderators/admin. why cant they delete some these dirty post . . Bootyonme & meonbooty.

A grad shld earn what he or she deserves. The thread itself lacks direction, we are talking of a market/economy where companies have a wide range of salary structure, every grad shld earn according to what he or she bring to the table.
Thank you.

The enterprise architect i know of is a software, really suprised to know it is a field in IT.

PhysicsQED:
GEJ and Abati don't know what they're talking about and their decision to complain about the rejection of the award is what is really regrettable.

And how they reached the conclusion that Achebe's supposedly "regrettable" decision was due to "misinformation" or a lack of information is beyond me. They should just accept that he knows whats going on there but things aren't up to his standards, yet.

Also, they've managed to drastically reduce the worth of these awards by giving them to people who don't really fit the profile.

well said.

The fear of his Godfathers and PDP cohorts who he has gone so far with and can hardly deviate from their goals cos they help put him there in the first place.

[quote author=Wily!Wily link=topic=801313.msg9548947#msg9548947 date=1321215077]Yes you will live and survive. But my happiness is, Boko Haram is doing a great good work, if the can focus on eliminating only Northern Christains i will congratulate them for a job well done[/quote]Wily Wily abeg weting christians for north do you na let us in pls !!!

They keep giving us crap proposal instead of curtailing corruption at the top they try to spread the effect of corruption to the followers. Subsidy ain't nothing but a fraud, if they can't check the thieves they are aware of at the top the we might well go for something spontaneous like a revo. its so fustrating God!!!

redsun:
It paints a picture of Nigeria that is becoming a desolate land like Somalia.A Nigeria that is on a downward spin.A  Nigeria that is plaque by ignorance and indiscipline.

A nigeria that is at war.

The only way out is discipline.People got to be responsible,accountable,reasonable,productive and progressive.Anything other than discipline is doom.

Couldn't have agreed less, we need to apply lots of discipline in our affairs, let every one respect our country by carrying out his/her responsibility with all seriousness, No paddy paddy or bending corners.

The thing i love about this piece, it simply paints a true picture of the Nigerian security situation. The country isn't safe and our govt has resorted to "divide and confuse" by misinforming us or painting rosy picture of the situation at hand. NIGERIA NEEDS HELP FROM GOD SERIOUSLY, WE NEED INTERVENTION!!!

Nigeria: Sliding Back To Pariah Status


• As Indicated By Travel Alerts From  Foreign Govts

AN often-quoted Hegelian notion talks about history repeating itself, first as tragedy, then later as farce. In relation to the Nigerian conundrum of failed leadership, and its implication for the perception of the country in the international community, Hegel’s postulation seems truer than ever before.

First, it was Ambassador John Campbell, the United States envoy to Nigeria between 2004 and 2007 (now of a Fellow at the Council of Foreign Relations) that started off the alarm bells about the possibility of Nigeria’s disintegration.

In a September 9, 2010 article for the US Council on Foreign Relations, Campbell posited that “the lack of elite consensus” in the build-up to the 2011 polls, and possible backlash should zoning be jettisoned, could spell Nigeria’s doom.

As expected, Campbell’s prediction did not go down well with Abuja. Nigeria’s Ambassador to the United States, Professor Adebowale Adefuye, immediately mounted a counter-offensive to ‘redeem’ Nigeria’s dented image, and portray Campbell as a rabble-rouser.

However, the current wave of insecurity in the country, as a result of the Boko Haram insurgency, appears to be confirming the predictions of Campbell and other earlier prophets of Nigerian doom.

As a result of relentless bombings of high profile targets by the radical Islamic sect, Nigeria has been on the receiving end of an unprecedented number of travel advisories. At the last count, there have been travel advisories from the United States, Canada and Australia, all warning their citizens to be wary of certain places in Nigeria.

Earlier, the United Nations had suspended key operations in Nigeria following the audacious bombing of its building in Abuja on August 26. The United States also named some specific Abuja hotels, which it warned its citizens to stay away from.

With the current climate of fear, and the consequent negative perception of the country in an international arena where image is everything, there are fears that the world’s most populous black nation is sliding back to its days as a pariah.

Although, unlike the dark days of the despotic and sanguinary dictatorship of General Sani Abacha, when Nigeria was suspended from key international organisations like the Commonwealth, this time around, Nigeria is being kept at arms length. The travel advisories, many worry, could have as much effects as the sanctions that were slammed on the country during the Abacha years.

Specifically, the drive for foreign investment, and inflow of key technical assistance from bilateral and multilateral partners, are being badly affected by the current leprous image Nigeria is projecting in the comity of nations.

But underneath all these security alerts are other warnings dealing with alleged fraudulent practices by Nigerians; the prevalence of HIV/AIDS; Bird Flu; traffic management and police reported extortions on the highways, among others — all boiling down to how foreigners see Nigeria and Nigerians in negative light.

Below are extracts of such alerts for Canada, United States, Australia and Britain:



Canada to citizens: Consult before traveling to Nigeria

SPECIFICALLY, Canada, in a November 5 statement, No 332 by Foreign Minister, John Baird, referred to “deadly violence in Nigeria.”

While condemning the bombing by Boko Haram in Yobe State, he called on Canadians travelling to or residing in Nigeria to regularly “consult the Nigeria Travel Report for updated information.”

Unlike the Canadians, the US State Department, through its Bureau of Consular Affairs, did not bother about couching its statement in diplomatic niceties. It went on straight to sound a serious warning to its citizens traveling to Nigeria.

US: Risk of attacks against Western targets high

THE statement read: “The U.S. Department of State warns U.S. citizens of the risks of travel to Nigeria, and continues to recommend U.S. citizens avoid all but essential travel to the Niger Delta states of Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Delta, and Rivers; the Southeastern states of Abia, Edo(sic), Imo; the city of Jos in Plateau State, Bauchi and Borno States in the northeast; and the Gulf of Guinea because of the risks of kidnapping, robbery, and other armed attacks in these areas.

“Violent crime committed by individuals and gangs, as well as by persons wearing police and military uniforms, remains a problem throughout the country. This notice replaces the Travel Warning for Nigeria dated October 19, 2010, to update information on recent violent activity and crime in Nigeria.”

Consequently, the alert reminded that on August 26, 2011, a suicide bombing at the UN Headquarters in Abuja killed 23 people and wounded more than 80 other individuals. This attack, it explained, was the first against an international organisation and the fourth bombing in Abuja during the past year.

“It followed a similar bombing against the Nigerian Police Force Headquarters ten weeks earlier that killed five individuals on June 16. These bombings were in addition to bombings elsewhere in Maiduguri, Suleja, and Jos throughout the last year. “

“The statement continued: The risk of additional attacks against Western targets in Nigeria remains high. In December 2010, a bomb exploded near an Abuja “fish bar,” killing several people and injuring many others.

“Also in December 2010, several explosive devices detonated in Jos, Plateau State, and alleged members of an extremist group attacked police and others in Maiduguri, Borno State, leading to significant casualties.

“In October 2010, two car bombs detonated in downtown Abuja during Independence Day celebrations, killing ten and wounding many others. Since March 2010, five improvised explosive devices (IEDs) have detonated in the Niger Delta region, causing one to three reported casualties in each case.

“Nigeria is a multi-ethnic, multi-religious society in which different ethnic and religious groups often coexist in the same geographic area.

“Travelers throughout the country should be aware that, in areas where such circumstances prevail, there is the potential for ethnic or religious-based disturbances. The States of Bauchi, Borno, and Plateau have experienced violence by fringe sects or inter-ethnic groups in the past year.

“Violent crime committed by individuals and gangs, as well as by some persons wearing police and military uniforms, is an ongoing problem throughout the country, especially at night. U.S. citizen visitors and residents have experienced armed muggings, assaults, burglary, carjacking, violation, kidnappings, and extortion — often involving violence.

“Home invasions remain a serious threat, with armed robbers accessing even guarded compounds by scaling perimeter walls; following, or tailgating, residents or visitors arriving by car into the compound; and subduing guards and gaining entry into homes or apartments.

“Armed robbers in Lagos also access waterfront compounds by boat. U.S. citizens, as well as Nigerians and other expatriates, have been victims of armed robbery at banks and grocery stores and on airport roads during both daylight and evening hours. Law enforcement authorities usually respond slowly or not at all, and provide little or no investigative support to victims.

“U.S. citizens, Nigerians, and other expatriates have experienced harassment and shakedowns at checkpoints and during encounters with Nigerian law enforcement officials. Traveling outside of major cities after dark is not recommended due to both crime and road safety concerns.

“There are regular reports of piracy off the coast of Nigeria in the Gulf of Guinea. Armed gangs have boarded both commercial and private vessels to rob travelers. The Nigerian Navy has limited capacity to respond to criminal acts at sea,” said the statement



Australian to Citizens:You could be caught in Nigeria’s violence

FROM Australia too, an advice has come to citizens urging a reconsideration of any travel to Nigeria. The advice reads: “We advise you to reconsider your need to travel to Nigeria at this time due to the very high threat of terrorist attack, the high risk of kidnapping, the unpredictable security situation, the heightened risk of violent civil unrest and the high level of violent crime.

“If you do decide to travel to Nigeria, you should exercise extreme caution. The security situation could deteriorate without warning and you could be caught up in violence directed at others.

“Following the attack on United Nations House in Abuja on 26 August 2011, media reports suggest terrorists may be planning further attacks in Nigeria and targeting churches, mosques and national institutions. Security has been tightened at many public buildings in Abuja.

“There has been an increase in violent attacks in Nigeria since October 2010. Continued reporting indicates terrorists may be planning attacks against a range of targets, including domestic and foreign government institutions and against Western interests.

“Targets frequented by Westerners may include major hotels, cinemas, places of worship, bars and restaurants and densely populated urban centres. Locations frequented by foreigners have been attacked in the past and may be targeted in the future, including in Abuja.

“There were a number of violent incidents before and during the 2011 elections. There has been an increase in localised political tension and the security situation in some areas in Nigeria remains fragile.

“Curfews remain in place in some states and further curfews could be imposed quickly and with limited notice should the security situation start to deteriorate. You should monitor local media for possible restrictions.

“You should be aware that there is a risk of serious inter-communal violence and unrest throughout the country, particularly in the central and northern regions of Nigeria. You should avoid all protests, rallies and demonstrations, as they may turn violent.

“We strongly advise you not to travel to the riverine area in Bayelsa, Delta, Rivers (including Port Harcourt and Bonny Island), Abia State, Akwa Ibom and Anambra States in south-eastern Nigeria because of continuing militant activity, the high risk of kidnapping, armed robbery and other armed attacks against foreign oil companies and personnel, localised conflict and violent civil unrest.

“We strongly advise you not to travel to Borno and Plateau States because of the volatile security situation, including ongoing inter-communal tensions and frequent violent attacks. If you are in Borno or Plateau State, you should consider leaving.

“If, despite our advice not to travel to these areas, you decide to go to or stay in these regions, you should ensure you have adequate and continuous close personal protection from a professional security service. The ability of the Australian Government to provide consular services to Australians in these areas may be severely limited.

“The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed a human death from avian influenza in Nigeria. See the Health Issues section below for advice to Australians travelling to or resident in Nigeria.

“Given the unpredictable security situation in Nigeria, we strongly recommend that you register your travel and contact details with us, so we can contact you in an emergency.

Be a smart traveller. Before heading overseas: organise comprehensive travel insurance and check what circumstances and activities are not covered by your policy subscribe to this travel advice to receive free email updates each time it’s reissued.”

The Australians reckon that there is a very high threat from terrorism in Nigeria, noting that in the past, international terrorist groups had called for attacks in Nigeria, including against the Nigerian Government.

“Following the attack on United Nations House in Abuja on 26 August 2011, media reports suggest terrorists may be planning further attacks in Nigeria and targeting churches, mosques and national institutions. Security has been tightened at many public buildings in Abuja.

“Australians in all parts of Nigeria are advised to exercise enhanced security vigilance. See our Travel Bulletin for more information. You should avoid any large gatherings and demonstrations as they may turn violent and could be targeted at perceived western interests.

“There has been an increase in violent attacks in Nigeria since October 2010, including bombings of places frequented by Westerners.

“Reliable information as of early August 2011 indicates that militants continue to plan attacks on public places in Nigeria, including South African assets in the oil, telecommunications and banking industries. Attacks are likely to occur with little or no warning. Previously, militant groups such as MEND have threatened to attack major infrastructure and industry centres. Previous attacks have targeted public places.

Recent examples of terrorist attacks include:

• On 26 August 2011, an attack on the UN compound in Abuja reportedly killed over 20 people and left many wounded.

• On 10 July 2011, a bomb attack on a church in Suleja on the outskirts of Abuja caused a number of injuries.

• On 26 June 2011, explosions at a bar in Maiduguri killed more than 25 people.

• On 16 June 2011, a suicide car bombing at police headquarters in Abuja killed at least four people and injured a number of others.

• On 31 December 2010, explosions at a restaurant in Abuja frequented by foreigners killed at least four people and injured nine others.

The ability of the Australian Government to provide consular services to Australians in these areas may be severely limited.

Crime: There is a high level of serious crime throughout Nigeria. Kidnapping, violent assault, armed robbery, banditry, violation, and carjacking are prevalent across Nigeria. You should pay strict attention to your personal safety and security at all times.

Crime increases at night in most areas, particularly in Lagos and on highways. We strongly advise you not to travel after dark. The number of authorised and unauthorised checkpoints in city centres also increases at night and requests to pay on-the-spot fines are not uncommon.



British Government Alerts

THERE is a high threat from terrorism in Nigeria, so says a recent British travel alert on Nigeria. The alert went on: “In July 2009, violent clashes took place between militants and security forces in some parts of Borno, Bauchi, Kano, Yobe and Katsina States.

“In February 2010, there were violent disturbance in Sokoto and Kazaure in Jigawa State. If you are travelling in northern Nigeria, you should take extra precautions and avoid crowds. Violence could erupt quickly and without warning.

“Travellers are advised against all but essential travel to Jos and Plateau State. Serious civil unrest is ongoing in Jos and surrounding districts. Though there is a heavy security presence, communal tensions are high and there are reports of vigilante mobs. There is a curfew in force between 18.00 and 06.00.

“There is also a risk of kidnapping in other states in southeast Nigeria. On 17 March 2007, two Chinese nationals were abducted at Nnewi, Anambra State.

“Visitors are advised against all travel to riverine areas of Cross River State (i.e. the river and swamp locations on or close to, the coast accessible only by boat, but not by road). They are also advised against all but essential travel to Akwa Ibom State because of the high risk of kidnapping, armed robbery and other armed attacks. Since 30 December 2007, a curfew (1800-0600) has been in place in the Okrika Local Government Area, Rivers State.

“It is advised that the security situation in Bayelsa, Delta and Rivers States makes them unsafe for visitors and it is therefore advised for visitors to leave. If you stay, you do so at your own risk and should take professional security advice.

“There was a further round of gang related violence in Port Harcourt on 16 August, with incidents across the city. Since 17 August 2007, the Nigerian authorities have imposed a nighttime curfew on the city. On 1 January 2008, there were nineteen reported fatalities in Port Harcourt when armed militants attacked two police stations and a hotel.

“It is advised against all but essential travel to Akwa Ibom State because of the high risk of kidnapping, armed robbery and other armed attacks. Visitors should maintain a high level of vigilance at all times, observe the strictest security measures and not travel unnecessarily. If travelling by road, you should use fully protected transport.

“The most common problem for travellers is scam artists trying to extract money.

“Violent crime is prevalent in the south of the country, including Lagos.

Outbreaks of Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) in Nigeria have resulted in one human fatality. As a precaution, it is advised to avoid live animal markets, poultry farms and other places where you may come into contact with domestic, caged or wild birds; and ensure poultry and egg dishes are thoroughly cooked.

“This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing.


http://www.guardiannewsngr.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=67431:nigeria-sliding-back-to-pariah-status&catid=1:national&Itemid=559

texazzpete:
Bottom line is that Nigeria (and Nigerians!) is backward technologically, stuck somewhere in a position inferior to even WW2 era levels.
Even the highly touted Biafan war 'innovation' have been seen to be the norm for any group stuck with the onus of improvisation in the face of necessity. The Libyan war has shown us that.

I have mu doubts as to the practicability of this 'Antonov' vehicle, but people laughing here will be foolish not to understand that such silly 'inventions' are usually the stepping stone to much more advanced concepts. You use this as a test bed for ideas and roll it out in future improved designs. People actually sneered at the first attempts to make motor cars as an act of tomfoolery to make 'horseless carriages'.

So yes, it looks like crap, but it's still progress in the right direction. And it's no less ingenuity than welding sheets of plate metal to a truck and calling it a 'main battle tank'.

Remember we're yet to see any pics or blueprints of the 'ogbunigwe'. Can any of the people sneering and sniggering here produce some photos?

i tried to xplain same 2 them but they kept their initial stance, and will rather praise ogbunigwe which to me sounds like welding wheelbarrow to A car because they can't afford to operate it (as it was designed).

this is one of those nigerian feat that merits all kinds of recognition.
These r the the kind of pple we r missing in Nigeria today. Not flashy copycats.

frosbel:
One thing you will notice, is the happiness and contentment in the midst of their poverty.

And yet we are told we have a government , lol.

The Lagos state government is only refurbishing the rich and middle class areas of the state and also the highways and surroundings such as Osodi.

Otherwise no one gives a hoot about the poor in Lagos it seems 

i disagree with u!!! Lagos state Govt. does not have to focus on a location because it is inhabited, it has to be legally approved for occupation by inhabitant of such place. another example is families who live under the bridges. living in Lagos is not by force. i don't expect them to prioritize such place.