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HeatSeeker:
Lol! Miss Ade run o!

She might need some time to digest the proposal and think of her options

Kobojunkie:
What does it mean? Outline the details of what this support entails and the guarantee there is that this support will never fail.

2. I have heard more stories of women who received such promises only to find out it was all lies to get them to sign the agreement. Disappointments in the face of such vague promises are common place.

These aren't vague promises. A man's word is his bond, especially in business. Total support means quality time, romantic care, keen attention to the client's (her) needs, and being open to sacrifices (financial and otherwise).

As the business progresses, adjustments will be needed here and there, but the company will always be bound to pay the dividend yield once the board approves of it.

HeatSeeker:
Most business proposals na scam jare! They over promise and under deliver. This miss ade better shine her eyes.

Lol. You bet she never believed she'd find someone like me.

Kobojunkie:
Miss Ade is obviously being scammed by this proposal, which insists she settle for a man who offers literally no tangible value to her life. 🥱🥱🥱

Points 1 and 2 are valid now. Do you know what it means to get a man's full support? Plus fixing the Gen in the middle of the night while you stay indoors cozy and sipping a warm variant of your favorite chocolate drink? Haba!

In Nigeria, everything is business. Even love. Because at the end of the day, is it not ROI we’re all looking for?

So, what if instead of kneeling with ring and flowers, I just start dropping PowerPoint decks like a proper consultant?

Here’s how it would go:

Executive Summary
This proposal seeks to secure a lifelong partnership with Miss Ade, where both parties will leverage existing strengths to build a sustainable union with joint dividends (a.k.a children).

Problem Statement
The Nigerian dating market is volatile. Inflation is affecting shawarma prices, and fake friends are everywhere. A stable partner is urgently required to mitigate heartbreak risks.

Value Proposition
By choosing me, you gain a boyfriend who:

- Can support you without being a control freak

- Knows how to fix Gen when NEPA misbehaves

- Will never eat your meat in the pot (without permission)

Market Analysis
Competitors exist (fine boys with beard gang), but many of them lack long-term commitment. Unlike them, I come with proven track record of loyalty and zero Yaba Left history.

Financial Forecast
While initial investment may include constant airtime, weekend dates, and Netflix subscription, projected ROI includes bride price settlement, honeymoon in Obudu, and lifelong access to my salary (minus small sports betting and crypto trading allocation).

Conclusion
Therefore, I humbly request board approval (a.k.a Yes) to proceed with official merger and acquisition of our hearts.

May we proceed?

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I’ve noticed that many people don’t really know what Finished Men Association is. Some even think being called a finished man is an in$ult.

This post is for you whether you’re new here or you’ve misunderstood what we stand for.

For those who don’t understand what Finished Men Association is and want to join, here are the rules. Married or not, these are what we practice.

First requirement: You must own a wrapper. That’s the official uniform.

Our rules:
1. We don’t beæt women. If anger is hot, step out and come back when you’ve cooled down.

2. We don’t cheat. If you try it, you’ll be expelled.

3. We raise our children ourselves. They are our children, not “her children.”

4. In this club we also enter the kitchen either to watch food cook while waiting for the food that is cooking food to be done. We sometimes stay there to collect food and food.(you know wara mean)🤪

5. We love mekwe and it must be enjoyable for madam too. No one-sided mekwe. During Mekwe, we teach our men that when they yuo, their madam must yuo too. If you dare yuo and come down alone straight to Nga (prison).

6. In our association, our men also take part in cleaning the house sometimes. We do it so that our children, especially the boys, will not think it’s only their sisters’ duty to always clean and cook.

7. We know our behaviour shapes our kids. So we live right.

8. It’s taboo to make a single girl a baby mama and abandon her. If you try it, we will jail you in this club.

9. We help our wives level up with skills, with
business, with knowledge especially when she’s willing to learn.

10. Nothing should keep you out at night if you don’t have any real business. By 8pm latest, we are back home.

We love our wives to the moon and back. In fact, our anthem is that “na women dey control us”. You must love her to the point where people will even say she is controlling you.

Joining is easy: just abide by these rules and you will collect our badge for free.

Signed, Kelvin Onovo.
CinC FMA, Enugu Chapter

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In Nigeria, if you’ve ever tried to build a house or even price block, you know one truth: Dangote Cement no dey cheap.

But no matter how your pocket cries, you still buy it—because nothing holds ground like it.

Now, apply the same principle to relationships, and you’ll understand why some Nigerian babes are just like Dangote Cement.

Forget about that geh geh school of whatever that small boys subscribe to. If you meet some high-quality Nigerian babes, you will gladly pay while shinning your thirty two like a male goat in heat.


1. High Market Price

From day one, you already know she’s premium. Ordinary talking stage, and she’s asking, “So when are we going to Maldives?” Not Shoprite o, not Mr Biggs. Straight Maldives. Just like cement, her entry price is not beans.

2. Strong Foundation

The reason builders still cough out money for Dangote Cement is because it holds structure. Same thing with quality babes. Yes, she’s expensive, but when you settle with her, peace of mind is guaranteed. No shaking.

3. Scarcity Value

Cheap cement cracks easily. Same way some low-budget relationships collapse after small pressure. But that premium babe? She’s rare. She knows her worth, she’s not impressed by ordinary shawarma and ₦2k airtime. You must come correct my guy.

4. Long-Term Investment

At first, paying bride price + constant data + skincare money feels like financial burden. But just like using solid cement, the long-term gain is worth it. Your home won’t fall, your heart won’t scatter.

5. National Demand

Let’s be honest, everybody wants her. Just like how every contractor is hunting for Dangote Cement, her DMs are full—fine boys, soft boys, beard gang, tech bros. If you’re lucky enough to secure her, you better guard that investment.


Conclusion

Yes, expensive babes will test your pocket. But like Dangote Cement, they give you quality, durability, and a relationship that won’t collapse under small stress.

At the end of the day, you just need to ask yourself: Do I want cheap block love or solid cement love?

The choice is yours.

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Betting on Yourself: Lessons Entrepreneurs Can Learn from Rio Ngumoha’s Move from Chelsea to Liverpool

By taking the risk and moving to Liverpool, Rio had a chance to feature in a premier league match and scored his first official goal a week before turning 17, when he'd be qualified to sign a professional contract — thereby becoming the youngest player ever to score for Liverpool.

In the world of football, Rio Ngumoha’s move from Chelsea to Liverpool raised eyebrows — not just because of the switch between two Premier League giants, but because of the underlying message it carried: sometimes, you have to bet on yourself.

For entrepreneurs, founders, and professionals navigating uncertain markets, Ngumoha’s decision offers powerful lessons on risk-taking, confidence, and long-term vision.

Let’s break down what entrepreneurs can learn from this bold move.

Recognize When You’re Undervalued

At Chelsea, Ngumoha was part of an academy brimming with talent, but the pathway to first-team football was uncertain.

Instead of waiting indefinitely for recognition, he chose an environment where his growth could be prioritized.

Business Lesson:
If your skills aren’t fully valued where you are — whether in a company, partnership, or project — it may be time to explore opportunities where your potential is acknowledged. Staying stagnant can cost you more than moving.

Take Calculated Risks for Growth

Switching from a stable environment to a new club is risky.

Will it work out?

Will he thrive under a different system?

These are uncertainties Ngumoha had to embrace.

Business Lesson:
Entrepreneurs must learn to take calculated risks. Waiting for “perfect conditions” often leads to missed opportunities.

Sometimes, betting on yourself means stepping into the unknown because you believe the growth potential outweighs the risk.

See Beyond Short-Term Comfort

Chelsea offered prestige and comfort. But prestige doesn’t always equal opportunity.

Ngumoha saw the bigger picture: at Liverpool, he may have a clearer path to development and visibility.

Business Lesson:
Entrepreneurs often face the choice between staying in a comfortable but limited role and venturing into uncertain but potentially game-changing opportunities.

True progress requires thinking long-term, not just short-term safety.

Leverage Your Value in the Market

Ngumoha understood that his talent had value in the market — he didn’t have to settle.

By moving to Liverpool, he positioned himself in a space where his skills could be nurtured and showcased.

Business Lesson:
Entrepreneurs should know their worth. If one client, investor, or company doesn’t see your value, another might.

Don’t undersell yourself because of temporary circumstances — the market is bigger than one gatekeeper.

Trust Your Own Vision

Above all, Ngumoha’s move signals self-belief.

It takes courage to leave a giant like Chelsea for what might be a better fit.

He trusted his instincts about what environment would best serve his future.

Business Lesson:
Entrepreneurship is, at its core, about betting on your own vision when others may not fully see it yet.

Self-belief is the foundation of every bold move that leads to breakthrough success.

Final Thought

Rio Ngumoha’s move from Chelsea to Liverpool is more than a football transfer story — it’s a business case study in courage, vision, and self-confidence.

For entrepreneurs, the message is clear:

- Don’t wait for others to validate your worth.
- Don’t let comfort trap you in mediocrity.
- And most importantly, bet on yourself — because no one else will do it for you.

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I really cannot still explain what hit me!

When I first entered the world of investing, I was full of hope, dreams, and confidence. I imagined myself in a suit, sipping coffee, and casually checking my portfolio as it skyrocketed in value.

Instead, I now check my account balance like the way people peek at horror movies — one eye half-closed, ready to scream.

The Bull

In the beginning, I was unstoppable. My first few trades went up, and I thought, Wow, this is easy!

I bragged to my friends, “I think I’ve found my calling.” They nodded politely, not knowing I was already planning how to buy a house in Banana Island.

The Bear

Then the market changed its mood.

My stocks started falling like raindrops in July.

Every day, my portfolio looked redder than party jollof rice.

I told myself, Don’t panic. It’s just temporary. But when “temporary” turned into “three months of suffering,” I realized the bear wasn’t just visiting — it had moved in, changed the Wi-Fi password, and was eating my food.

The Broke

Eventually, I stopped talking about investing altogether. My friends would ask, “How’s the market?” and I’d reply, “What market? I’m reading a new book now.”

My dreams of Banana Island then turned into plans of borrowing some plantain from my neighbor to avoid dying of hunger.

Lessons Learned:

The bull market will make you feel like a genius.

The bear market will humble you.

But being broke will make you rethink your entire life.

Now, I’m still in the market — but cautiously. I no longer aim to “get rich quick.” My aim now is to grow my portfolio and learn to think like a banker.

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In Nigeria, once your plane takes off and you post one airport selfie with the caption “#NewBeginnings”, your parents automatically assume you’ve joined the billionaire’s club.

To them, living abroad equals money trees in your backyard and gold falling from the sky.

This is the hilarious Nigerian parent logic:

1. “Dollar Is Rising, So Your Account Too Must Be Rising”

Parents don’t understand that living abroad means you spend in dollars, pounds, or euros.

In their minds, every time the exchange rate jumps, your salary also jumps. Meanwhile, you’re abroad calculating how to survive on noodles and WiFi.

2. The Myth of the Free Government Money

In their WhatsApp groups, someone always shares a story about how “the government abroad gives every citizen ₦500,000 per month for just breathing.”

So, naturally, when they call you, it starts with: “Chinedu, I heard they are giving free money there. Have you collected your own?”

3. Photos = Riches

Post one snow picture and they’ll say:
“See enjoyment! This child is even playing with ice block, while we are sweating here. Send us money!”

They don’t know you took that picture before going to your third job for the day.

4. Every Gift = Multimillionaire Status

You send home one iPhone, and suddenly your parents tell the entire family that you own shares in Apple.

Now uncles you’ve never met are calling you with business proposals that sound like failed Nollywood scripts.

5. Return Visits = “Money Has Landed”

Once you come home for Christmas, even if you enter the village with holes in your slippers, your parents will announce:
“Our son has come back from overseas! Drinks on him!”

Meanwhile, you’re mentally calculating the cost of flight tickets, customs wahala, and 17 bags of rice you’ve already bought for them.

Conclusion

For Nigerian parents, children abroad are walking ATMs powered by WiFi and snow.

The truth? Most of these children are abroad working three jobs, drinking tap water, and sending 70% of their salaries home.

But don’t bother explaining—your parents will never believe you’re broke when you live in “the abroad.”


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In business, every major partnership begins with a strategy — and yes, that includes an exit strategy.

It’s not about being pessimistic; it’s about being prepared. Successful companies don’t just wing it.

They plan, evaluate, and continuously adapt to stay profitable, productive, and sustainable.

So, what if we approached our relationships with the same level of intention and structure?

Geh Geh 101

Using the principles of Geh Geh — a philosophy rooted in structure, discipline, and divine order — we can avoid emotional chaos by applying strategic clarity to love.

Let’s explore how thinking like a business can help you build a successful relationship and prevent the kind of breakdowns that lead to breakups.


1. Know Your "Why" – Define the Mission

In business, a clear mission drives everything. The same applies to relationships. Why are you together? What's the vision for your partnership?

Ask yourselves:

What are we building together — love, legacy, family, freedom?

Are our values aligned?

Do we share a similar vision for life?

Geh Geh teaches us that disorder opens doors to destruction. Without a mission, your relationship has no anchor.

2. Establish KPIs – Key Performance Indicators for Love

Businesses use KPIs to track success. You should too.

Relationship KPIs could include:

Quality time per week

Conflict resolution turnaround

Financial health & transparency

Intimacy frequency & satisfaction

Emotional check-in consistency

Tip: Monthly or quarterly “board meetings” (AKA heart-to-hearts) help identify issues before they grow into exit-level problems.

3. Create Emotional and Financial Audits

No one wants to get blindsided in love or money. Yet many couples avoid these conversations until things fall apart.

Emotional Audit:

Do you feel heard, seen, and safe?

Is resentment building anywhere?

Financial Audit:

Are we budgeting, saving, and spending as a team?

Is there unspoken tension around money?

Geh Geh order demands honesty and clarity — both of which prevent silent decay.

4. Have a Conflict Management System

Every business has a crisis protocol. Relationships need them too.

Design your system:

When conflict arises, how do we pause and approach it?

Who gets space, who gets to speak, and when do we regroup?

What words are off-limits?

Without a conflict system, every disagreement becomes a possible deal-breaker.

5. Treat Your Relationship Like a Partnership, Not Ownership

In business, a good partner doesn’t try to control you — they collaborate with you. The same goes for love.

You both bring value.

You both make decisions.

You both deserve growth.

Geh Geh doesn’t tolerate imbalance. When one partner dominates, the structure becomes toxic and collapses under ego.

6. Build a Culture of Continuous Improvement

Top companies constantly innovate. So should you.

Ask often:

What’s working in our relationship?

What can we improve?

What do you need from me this season?

When couples stop growing, stagnation leads to frustration, which leads to separation.

7. Create a Relationship Exit Strategy — So You Never Have to Use It

This may sound counterintuitive, but hear it out:

Knowing how you’d handle a breakup makes you less likely to have one. Why? Because it forces both of you to be clear about:

Deal-breakers

Boundaries

Non-negotiables

Contingency plans (e.g., cohabitation, kids, assets)

Most couples don’t talk about the end until they’re standing at it. But clarity from day one builds a culture of accountability and intention — the very essence of Geh Geh.

Final Thoughts: Structure Prevents Sabotage

Love doesn’t fail because people stop loving each other — it fails because people stop managing it.

When you apply the Geh Geh principle of order and strategic structure to your relationship, you reduce confusion, conflict, and emotional chaos.

In business, great companies last decades not because they’re lucky — but because they’re disciplined, intentional, and adaptive.

Your relationship deserves that same excellence.

With Love.

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In a world where everyone is vying for attention, those who dare to be different often stand out the most.

One such example is Nigeria’s viral TikTok sensation Geh Geh, a self-styled digital “lecturer” who built his brand on unfiltered opinions, viral soundbites, and raw authenticity.

While some may dismiss his antics as outrageous or even offensive, Geh Geh’s rise to fame offers serious business lessons in personal branding, digital monetization, and the power of controversy.

Here’s how Geh Geh turned boldness into a business—and how creators, entrepreneurs, and marketers can do the same.

1. Controversy Is a Growth Strategy—If You Can Handle the Heat

Geh Geh isn’t afraid to speak his mind. Whether he’s calling marriage a scam or advising men to “invest in money, not women,” his blunt delivery attracts attention—both positive and negative.

But that’s the point.

Controversial content sparks engagement. It invites debate, drives shares, and creates viral loops.

While this strategy isn’t for everyone, it can work when your messaging is clear and your confidence is unwavering.

Geh Geh understands that going viral isn’t about being liked—it’s about being talked about.

Lesson: If you're going to be bold, be strategic. Controversy should spark conversation, not cancellation.

2. He Built a Tribe Around Bold Identity

Geh Geh refers to his followers as “students” and his TikTok live sessions as “lectures” in the “University of Wisdom and Understanding.”

It's all tongue-in-cheek—but it's also brilliant brand storytelling.

By crafting a unique identity and repeatedly reinforcing it, he built a tribal following. His followers don’t just consume his content—they feel like they belong to a movement.

Lesson: Bold brands create communities. Give your audience an identity they can claim.

3. He Monetizes Attention with Ruthless Efficiency

In one now-legendary TikTok live session, Geh Geh drew in over 170,000 viewers and earned more than $30,000 in virtual gifts.

His business model is simple: capture attention, build loyalty, and convert that into income via digital platforms.

Rather than relying on sponsorships or polished ads, he leverages live streams, donations, and his cult-like status to monetize directly from his audience.

Lesson: Build a business model around your audience, not just your content.

4. Authenticity > Polish

Geh Geh’s videos are not professionally edited. His delivery is raw, his grammar often broken, and his production is basic. And yet, that’s part of the appeal.

In an era of over-curated social media, his authenticity cuts through the noise. People don’t follow him because he’s perfect. They follow him because he’s real.

Lesson: You don’t need high production—just high connection.

5. Boldness Attracts Brand Power (and Pushback)

Geh Geh’s brand has reached such a scale that even traditional institutions are taking notice. Some academic bodies have criticized his parody use of the word “university,” arguing it diminishes the value of real education.

But even that backlash serves his brand.

The attention reinforces his role as a disruptor—and every new controversy only fuels his visibility.

Lesson: Being bold means being ready for backlash. But if you're strategic, even criticism can become currency.

Final Thoughts

You don’t have to mimic Geh Geh’s style to learn from his success. The core of his rise is simple:

He owns his voice unapologetically.

He built a community with a clear identity.

He monetized attention with no middleman.

And he understood that in the digital economy, visibility is leverage.

Whether you’re building a personal brand, a startup, or an online community, the boldness of Geh Geh offers a timeless reminder:

If you want to stand out, stop playing it safe.


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This past weekend, a friend called me on the phone and requested that we hang out on Sunday.

So, I got thinking, a hangout again? Due to my past experiences, many things started playing in my head.

You know, in Nigeria, nothing drains your pocket faster than those three dangerous words: “Let’s hang out.” It sounds innocent—like you’re just going out to breathe fresh air. But in reality, it’s a financial trap disguised as friendship.

So, I'll like to dissect the true cost of one casual hangout.

1. Transport – The First Blood

Before you even get there, transport has already humbled you. If you’re driving, fuel prices will baptize you. If you’re taking Uber, surge pricing will slap you. And if you take danfo… well, you’ll pay with both money and emotional trauma.

2. Food – The Silent Killer

You think you’re going to “just take small chops.” Lies. Once the waiter drops the menu, your friend orders like they’re preparing for famine:

One plate of rice ₦4,500

One bucket of chicken ₦10,000

One drink ₦2,500

One plate of sauce ₦4,000

Meanwhile, you’re calculating how to escape with “just water” before they call you stingy.

3. Service Charge – The Wicked Surprise

You survived the food bill, only to see: “10% VAT. 5% Service charge.” My brother, what service did I get? Did the waiter massage my shoulders while I was eating?

4. Peer Pressure Extras

Someone always says, “Let’s take shots!” And boom, your budget is gone. Another one suggests “Let’s order pizza to take home.” At this point, you’re silently converting everything to bags of garri you could have bought at home.

5. The Return Journey – Final Burial

After all the spending, you still have to go home. Uber will now say ₦8,000 because it’s raining. That’s how your bank account officially dies.

Cause of death: “Let’s hang out.”


Conclusion

When Nigerians say “Let’s hang out,” what they really mean is: “Let’s empty your account together.” So next time someone invites you, run the numbers carefully. Hanging out might be fun, but financially, it’s the equivalent of a small burial ceremony for your savings.

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The True Cost Of ‘let’s Hang Out’: A Financial Autopsy

So, it's Sunday today and I'm in the middle of a family meeting trying to explain what I do for a living.

Nobody seems to understand that I'm not a Yahoo boy!

In Nigeria, once your relatives hear you work online, they immediately assume you’re either hacking banks, running Yahoo Yahoo, or chatting with “oyinbo widows.”

Try explaining “I’m a freelancer”—they’ll just nod, smile, and still report you to the family WhatsApp group.

Here’s what every Nigerian freelancer goes through when trying to prove their innocence.

1. The ‘Which Office Do You Work In?’ Question

Relatives don’t believe in jobs without physical offices. The moment you say, “I work from home,” they hear, “I’m running scams from my laptop.”

Uncle Chike will ask: "So you mean people are paying you without seeing you? My brother, confess!"

2. The “Where Is Your Salary Alert?” Test

Freelancers get paid on Payoneer, PayPal, or some platform that takes 10 days to clear. But your relatives want to see an SMS alert from GTBank.

Show them PayPal balance, and they’ll say: "So you’re hiding the real money in another bank abroad?"

3. The ‘Too Much Laptop’ Suspicion

If you’re always on your laptop, eyebrows start rising.

Auntie Ngozi will whisper: "Since morning, this boy has been pressing laptop. Who is he chatting with?"

Even if you’re writing blog articles, in their mind you’re sending “Hello dear” to a white woman.

4. The Rich-Poor Confusion

Some months, you earn big. Other months, zero. When you buy new shoes, they’ll say: “This Yahoo money is showing o.”

When you’re broke and soaking garri, they’ll say: “He’s hiding it, these Yahoo boys are very stingy.”

Either way, you can’t win.

5. Family Meetings = FBI Interrogations

At Christmas, someone will always drag you to explain your “online job” to elders.

By the time you’re done explaining SEO, Upwork, and content writing, Grandpa will cough and say: "So in summary, you’re still doing Yahoo Yahoo."

Conclusion

Convincing Nigerian relatives that you’re a freelancer is harder than convincing NEPA to bring light during rain.

No matter how you explain, they’ll still give you side-eyes.

You go explain explain, no evidence.

The only solution? Wait until they need you to design a flyer, write a CV, or send them small dollars.

Suddenly, you’re no longer a Yahoo boy—you’re now “our computer guru.”

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This article from the stables of moneyboom.com.ng critically highlights business lessons from the Ibom Air incident that balances professionalism, clarity, and real-world takeaways for entrepreneurs, CEOs and industry leaders.

The recent Ibom Air incident — where a passenger’s unruly behavior escalated into a national debate, lifetime flight bans, court charges, and public backlash — wasn’t just a story about aviation.

It was a textbook case study in customer management, crisis handling, brand reputation, and operational discipline.

From a business perspective, here are seven key lessons worth learning:


1. Rules Must Be Clear — and Enforced Consistently

One of the triggers for this crisis was a passenger refusing to follow a basic safety rule: switching off her phone before takeoff.

In business, unclear or inconsistently enforced policies breed trouble. Your customers and employees must know the rules upfront, and there must be no ambiguity about the consequences of breaking them.

Lesson: Document policies, communicate them plainly, and ensure consistent enforcement to avoid selective treatment accusations.

2. Training Staff for Conflict De-escalation Is Non-Negotiable

Once the situation escalated, cabin crew faced physical assault. While they acted according to safety protocols, the video that went viral left some questioning whether the physical removal could have been handled more discreetly.

Lesson: In every customer-facing business, train your staff in conflict management — not just the “what to do” but the “how to do it.” The optics of a response can sometimes be as damaging as the original incident.

3. Social Media Will Judge the Process, Not Just the Facts

The viral video of the passenger being forcibly removed shaped public opinion before many people even knew the full story.

For businesses today, the court of public opinion often delivers its verdict faster than the legal system.

Lesson: Have a crisis communication plan ready. Respond quickly with facts, show empathy, and control the narrative before misinformation spreads.

4. Crisis Response Must Include Brand Protection

Ibom Air acted decisively with a lifetime ban, and the Airlines Operators of Nigeria followed suit. But public reactions showed that even when you’re “right,” perception matters. Some saw the punishment as fair; others saw it as excessive.

Lesson: In high-visibility incidents, consider both justice and public perception. Balance firmness with fairness to protect your brand’s reputation.

5. Protect Sensitive Content

One of the biggest controversies came from the leaked video that showed the passenger partially exposed. The Aviation Minister condemned it, and questions remain about how it escaped into the public domain.

Lesson: Sensitive business content — whether customer data, internal memos, or security footage — must be protected. Breaches can create secondary crises even when you’re handling the primary issue well.

6. Equal Standards for All Customers

The incident sparked accusations of double standards compared to how celebrities or influential figures have been treated in similar cases.

Nothing erodes brand trust faster than inconsistent treatment of customers.

Lesson: Apply the same rules to everyone, regardless of influence, connections, or public status. Equality of treatment is a competitive advantage in trust-building.

7. Turn Incidents into Institutional Learning

While Ibom Air and the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority are reviewing protocols, many businesses fail to update internal systems after a crisis.

Incidents like this should lead to permanent policy improvements, not just temporary outrage.

Lesson: Conduct post-incident reviews, identify process gaps, and use them to strengthen your organization for the long-term.

Final Thoughts

This wasn’t just a disruption on a domestic flight — it was a mirror reflecting the realities of policy enforcement, customer psychology, crisis optics, and brand management.

Every business, whether in aviation, retail, tech, or hospitality, will eventually face an incident that tests its values, procedures, and public image.

The companies that emerge stronger are those that prepare before the crisis — and adapt after it.

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They say investing is about making your money work for you.

Well, my money worked alright — it worked against me.

How I wish I had a professional to teach and guide me throughout.

So, after watching my “investment portfolio” transform into a financial crime scene, I realized there were at least 10 better ways I could have spent that cash.

Please don't judge me!

Buy Food and Actually Eat My Profits

At least if I had spent the money on suya, pizza, and small chops, I’d have something delicious to show for it. Instead, my stocks fed my broker and made him fat!

Start a Small Poultry Farm

Chickens don’t vanish overnight. Stocks, on the other hand, can disappear faster than a Nigerian politician during a political riot.

I rest my case!

Buy Designer Slippers and Walk With Pride

If I’m going to lose money, I might as well do it while looking like a millionaire. Imagine me strolling in Gucci slides instead of crying in my bathroom.

What a life!

Fund My Own Nollywood Movie

It could be titled “Investor’s Tears” — a gripping drama about a man who risks it all and ends up with only plantain chips.

Well, I'll need a producer and a script writer!

Pay for Netflix for the Next 5 Years

Instead of watching my portfolio go down in real life, I could’ve been watching someone else’s tragedy on TV — much less painful.

And a hundreds of "Netflix and Chill"

Buy an Inflatable Swimming Pool

Why? So I could float in it while drinking zobo and pretending I’m the next Warren Buffet.

At least that's better than losing sleep and freaking out!

Go on a Weekend Vacation to Anywhere

At least if I’m going to stress, I could do it by the beach. Losing money hits softer when there’s coconut water involved.

And some chicks hopping around!

Hire a Live Band to Follow Me Around

Because if my life is going to be dramatic, it might as well have a soundtrack.

And I love Jazz a lot!

Get a Giant Mattress and Stuff All My Cash Inside

The return might not be high, but at least it won’t be negative. Plus, the comfort!

I'll literally be sleeping on money!

Take All the Money and Throw a Party

At least after the money is gone, I’ll have memories, pictures, and a hangover instead of depression and a “closed account” email.

And parties are a good cure for depression!

Conclusion:
I thought investing would make me rich quickly, but instead, it gave me content for this post. If that’s not a return on investment, I don’t know what is.


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One of the greatest American Presidents, Abraham Lincoln, served only four years, yet his legacy endures as a model of principled leadership. Another iconic figure, John F. Kennedy, did not even complete a full term, yet his vision and ideals continue to inspire generations. In Africa, Nelson Mandela, revered globally as a symbol of justice and reconciliation, chose to serve only one term as President of South Africa, despite immense public pressure to stay longer. His decision was a deliberate act of leadership, a statement that power must serve the people, not the self. Indeed, history shows that the longer many African leaders remain in power, the more likely they are to be corrupted by it. Longevity in office is not a mark of success; rather, it is purposeful, accountable service - however brief - that defines true statesmanship.

It is within this context that I reiterate my vow: I will serve only one term of four years if elected President. And that vow is sacrosanct.

I am fully aware that the decay in our society has made trust one of the scarcest and most sceptically viewed commodities. Many Nigerians, understandably, no longer take politicians at their word. But even in this climate of cynicism, there are still a few whose actions have matched their words - whose integrity is built on verifiable precedent.

Recently, I became aware of two statements aimed, albeit indirectly, at my vow to serve only a single four-year term. One person remarked that even if I swore by a shrine, I still wouldn’t be believed. Another suggested that anyone talking about doing only one term should undergo psychiatric evaluation.

I understand the basis of their scepticism. They are judging me by their own standards - where political promises are made to be broken. But they forget, or perhaps choose to ignore, that Peter Obi is not cut from that cloth. I have a verifiable track record that speaks louder than speculation.

In my political life, my word is my bond. When I entered politics in Anambra State, I made clear and measurable promises to the people: to improve education and healthcare, to open up rural areas through road construction, and to manage public funds with prudence. I fulfilled each of those promises without deviation. I did not swear by a shrine, nor have I been certified mentally unstable as a result of honouring my word.

My vow to serve only one term of four years is a solemn commitment, rooted in my conviction that purposeful, transparent leadership does not require an eternity.

If making such a promise qualifies me for psychiatric evaluation, then we may as well question the mental fitness of those who framed our Constitution, which clearly stipulates a four-year renewable tenure.

I maintain without equivocation: if elected, I will not spend a day longer than four years in office. In fact, I believe that service should be impactful, not eternal.

We must rebuild trust in our country. I have dedicated my public life to demonstrating that leadership with integrity is not a myth. I have done it before, and I do not intend to betray that trust under any circumstances.

Forty-eight months is enough for any leader who is focused and prepared to make a meaningful difference. In that time, I intend not merely to make an impression, but to deliver on concrete promises to:

sanitise our governance system;
tackle insecurity through effective and accountable use of national resources; prioritise education, healthcare, and poverty alleviation;
catalyse small businesses as engines of growth ; and combat corruption with unflinching resolve.

Above all, I will dedicate myself to transforming Nigeria from a consuming nation into a productive one, where agriculture, technology, and manufacturing replace rent-seeking and waste as our national anchors.

These are not utopian dreams. They are realistic, actionable goals that are achievable within four years.

A new Nigeria is POssible.

- PO

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aribisala0:
I agree but he is weak and deceptive

Looking back at his time as a governor, every one who thought Peter Obi was weak never survived him. No tout, no criminal, no political oppressor. None.

aribisala0:
Nigeria did not start in 1999

Since October 1 1960 which is 39 year to 1999
Only 2 people from the South ruled Nigeria
Obasanjo for 42 months and Ironsi for 6 months
That is 4 years

35 years of northern rule yes 31 were military but still northern and 4 years Shagari

We cannot say it doesn't count because it is military. It was the military that created the states an local government areas to favour the north, the military that wrote the constitution, the military that removed resource control
The military that decided to move capital to the north. The military that put Shariah in the constitution

So please let us not introduce deceptive calculations
Do not give false history

The truth is that in 65 years the north has ruled for 45 years and the south for 20 years

So if the south continue in 2031 for 16 years it is fine

Which still supports my argument that Peter Obi's single proposal doesn't make sense. He should contest like every other contestant without any self-imposed limits.

How I Almost Got Delivered for Selling Waist Trainers at a Christian Youth Conference

I had just restocked 50 pieces of premium waist trainers from my supplier in Aba. Just last week, this product was hot cake on Instagram.

So I thought, “Where else to meet my target market than at a Christian Youth Church Conference?”

Think about it — hundreds of Christian sisters, trying to look snatched for Jesus. Perfect!

I arrived at the conference with the confidence of a motivational speaker. I even wore one of the waist trainers under my shirt for "demo purposes." Lol

My plan: soft pitch during lunch break, gentle follow-up during youth gathering, and close one-on-one sales for those who stayed behind during alter call (I had POS).

The Holy Backfire

I approached a group of sisters chatting by the food stand:

“Hi daughters of Zion! Have you considered a waist trainer that holds your stomach like the Word holds your spirit?”

They smiled. Another chuckled. I was gaining ground...or so, I thought.

Then one of them squinted, looked at me like I was holding a bottle of Ogogoro:

“Is it not vanity you’re selling?”

Another added, “Instead of tightening my waist, tighten your prayer life, brother.”

As if that was not enough, the third sister blasted from behind, “We came for spiritual fitness, not flat tummy!”

Egba mi o!

Even one of the mamas in the women’s group overheard and marched up: “My son, this is not right. You really need deliverance from the spirit of worldly hustle.”

The Deliverance Attempt

Before I could say "AliExpress," hands were on my head. One sister started praying in tongues. Another sprinkled what I hoped was anointing oil.

I tried to explain: “Ma, I’m not possessed. I just want to help you slim down and stay fit for Jesus!”

They didn’t even listen.

I had to struggle free and slowly reverse out of the prayer circle like a faulty generator.

Long story short:

No waist trainers sold.

My shirt was soaked with sweat, oil and embarrassment.

I left with only one thing trimmed — my confidence.

I had to finally give up on that target audience.

Now, I sell discreetly on WhatsApp with the code name “Spiritual Shapewear.”

If you see that name on your socials, please kindly like and patronize me.

Moral of the Story?

1. Don’t sell vanity where they preach eternity.

2. Never underestimate the power of a praying usher.

3. Church youth conferences are not fitness expos — come with Bibles, not belt hooks.

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Nigeria will stress you. That's a fact. But what if we told you that instead of shouting at the conductor, NEPA, or that annoying neighbor that uses your Wi-Fi without greeting—you could actually make money from it?

Yes, your vex is now an ASSET.

Welcome to the digital age where your frustration = content = cash.

Here's how to turn your daily Nigerian wahala into views, likes, and possibly dollars.

1. Start a Facebook Page Called "Naija Wahala Diaries"

First things first—get a name that reflects the chaos you're about to record. Some options:

"Rant & Recharge"

"NEPA Took Light Again"

"Everyday Madness"

Set up your camera (or your cracked iPhone 6) and just start talking. No script. Just vibes and volume.

2. Complain Creatively

Don’t just shout “Nigeria is hard!”—break it down with storytelling:

“So I bought suya for N1,000 and found two sticks inside. TWO!”

“My landlord said I must pay rent in dollars. In Nigeria!”

Give facial expressions, hand gestures, maybe even add thunder sound effects during your editing. Drama sells.

3. Go Live When You're Vexed

There’s no better time to go live than immediately after your transformer explodes or you just finished fighting at the fuel station.

People love raw, unfiltered emotion. And your audience is going through the same thing, so they’ll watch, comment, and say things like:

“This one don tire like me. I feel you bro.”

“Omo, content dey this country die.”

4. Monetize the Madness

Once your rants start catching fire:

Apply for Facebook or YouTube monetization (after 1,000 subs & 4,000 watch hours).

Join affiliate programs (e.g. “This is the mic I use when I'm shouting.”)

Sell merch like “No NEPA No Peace” T-shirts.

Launch a “Vent & Chill” podcast on Tiktok.

Final Word

In Nigeria, wahala is guaranteed. But why suffer for free when you can turn your pain into profit?

So, next time you're boiling with anger, don’t punch the wall. Punch “Record”.
You never know—your tears might just trend.

Remember, wahala no dey finish for Naija!

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We’ve been blaming village people for too long.

Your car refused to start? Village people.

You sent money to someone and it disappeared? Village people.

You dreamt you were eating beans? Definitely village people.

But have you ever stopped to think: "What if I monetized them?"

"What if I turn my village people into cash cows?" Like literally.

That’s right.

If they’re going to haunt you, then the least they can do is help you pay rent. Here’s how to flip the script and start making money from your village people — like literally.

1. Start a Spiritual Protection Business

Forget tech. The real goldmine is juju tech.

Simply create and sell the following items:

Anti-village-people soap (comes in lemon, charcoal, or bitter leaf)

“No go back to square one” cream

Ogbanje-blocking perfume

Package it with a native name like “Ofe Nsala Spiritual Essentials”, or "Spiritual Jedi Jedi" and watch sales fly when you sell online — especially on WhatsApp and TikTok.

2. Do “Remote Deliverance” Sessions

This is 2025. Village people now operate on 5G. You too must go digital.

Set up Zoom or Instagram Live sessions with titles such as:

“Break the Yoke Tonight!”

“That Monitoring Spirit Must Expire!”

“Wahala Demons Be Gone!”

Simply charge N5,000 per deliverance, add data surcharge, and maybe upsell them a bottle of “Ancestral Antidote Water” and watch the cash flowing in.

3. Become a Certified Dream Interpreter

People dream of flying, swimming, running, or eating in the dream. That’s your cue to cash out.

You can start interpreting dreams for cash or even sell spiritual items.

Your online adverts can say things like:

“If you eat in your dream, it means enemies are feasting on your destiny. Buy this 'Destiny Booster Tea' now—N3,500 only.”

This is not scamming… you're just offering premium dream consultancy. Lol

4. Open a TikTok Page for Village People Skits

Dress in full native attire, carry a fake calabash, speak in tongues (or native dialect), and start warning random people.

Say things like:

“I see someone from your father’s side tying wrapper and chasing you about... she’s very angry ooo!”

Throw in some slow-motion effects and ancestral music, and boom! you are going viral!

You can monetize this Tiktok with ads, sponsorships, and special prayers by DM, and start cashing out.

5. Organize “Village People Awareness Seminars”

Charge people to attend spiritual workshops with themes like:

Theme 1: “7 Signs You’re Being Monitored Spiritually”

Theme 2: “How to Avoid Village People During December Visit”

Theme 3: “Modern Techniques for Traditional Enemies”

At the end of the workshop or seminar, give each participant a certificate like:
"Certified Village People Detector" or "Certified free from Village People."

Bonus Tip:

Run a spiritual affiliate marketing program that rewards people for referring others to your service.

Someone complains about bad luck? Let your affiliate marketer tell them: “Go and meet Baba Wi-Fi. He’s on Instagram now. Just tell him I sent you.”

Final Word

Whether or not village people are real, Nigerians believe in them. So why not turn that fear into fortune?

The motto is simple:

“If they won’t leave you alone, then let them pay rent into your bank account.”

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donsufia:
Wow, this is awesome. But my question is why? I think he has integrity.

Because if the presidency is turn by turn, then 2027 is not the turn of the South but the turn of the North.

But if we want the country to move forward, then the next president should be voted in based on his capacity to lead and not based on the region he comes from.

Personally, I don't think Peter Obi's single term proposal makes any sense.

Of all people, why should he be the one to compromise his ambition and limit his tenure to just 4 years if he wins?

I think this move puts him in a box and potentially, a dilemma in the future if he performs very well and is compelled by the populace to continue for another tenure, which will then be a breach of his proposed agreement.

I believe he should contest based on his competence as a candidate looking to serve for a complete 8 years. If he doesn't perform well in his first tenure, then he should be voted out.

I don't want to hear that sly narrative that the south must complete their 8 years, because there is no 8 years reserved for the south. There is no 8 years reserved for any region, and there is no 8 years reserved for Tinubu.

In fact, by calculation, it is the North that is owed a single tenure.

Here's what history says:

Obj (South) - 8 years
Yaradua (North) - ~ 4 years
Jonathan (South) - ~ 4 years
Buhari (North) - 8 years
Tinubu (South) - 4 years (potentially)

Total - South: 16 years, North: 12 years


If anyone should be proposing a single tenure, then it should be that:

Tinubu will do only 4 years and in 2027 allow a Northerner to do only 4 years, then the equation balances.

Right now, if there's any candidate proposing a single tenure, then it should be a Northern candidate. Maybe Atiku or Kwankwaso.

Nigeria doesn't owe Tinubu 8 years of Presidency. With Tinubu's first tenure of 4 years, in 2027 the South would have ruled for 16 years.

If the presidency is to be shared turn by turn, then Tinubu has to step down in 2027 in the spirit of equity and allow the North a single tenure of 4 years to complete their 16 years also.

But then, as Nigeria is right now, the country is in dire need of purposeful leadership. Our concern right now shouldn't be whose turn it is, but which candidate is more competent to offer a purposeful leadership that'll pull Nigeria out of its current mess.

In my opinion, that candidate is Peter Obi and he shouldn't be put in a box!

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The game is on for 2027.

Rumors have it that the APC has already gotten insider Intel that the ADC will field Atiku/Obi with an expected vote of at least 16 million votes.

Now, the APC has decided to set up its rigging machinery across the country to match that figure. The APC will need a minimum of 17 million votes if that's the case.

I've always said it that 2027 is not a time for Nigerians to be on the sidelines chatting and snoozing. The APC is coming to win by all means possible, and it will take the whole country coming together to say all we want is credible, free and fair elections.

If the APC wins in a free and fair election, then nobody will complain. But to rig the elections and tell us to go to court again? That one won't work this time.

This time around, anyone that doesn't want our votes to be counted will definitely be counted!

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So, you’re broke but ambitious? You want to start a business, but your bank account is making sounds like “God abeg?” Don’t worry — you're not alone.

Just know say business dey, even if money no dey.

Here are 10 hilarious (but lowkey smart ways) to start a business in Nigeria without a single kobo in your account.

Warning: some of these ideas might make you laugh... but they could actually work.

1. Become a “Middleman Extraordinaire” (a.k.a Nigeria’s Amazon)

You don’t need to own products — just know people who do. Start collecting photos of people's goods and resell them online with markup.

When someone pays, you pay the vendor and pocket the difference.

Just bobo the vendor: “Hello ma, I have customers o!” (Meanwhile you’re still looking for customers) lol.

2. Start a Prayer & Consultation Service

Everyone needs prayer. You, your neighbor, or even your neighbor's dog.

Just print a flyer:
"Prophet Ezekiel, Specialist in Financial Breakthrough & Exam Success. First consultation free (on WhatsApp only).”

No money needed. Just Bible and confidence.

3. Become a “Data Plug”

All you need is a smartphone and a little sharpness. Buy cheap data bundles from resellers and sell to your friends on campus. Add N50 or N100 to each GB, and Boom, you’re now "Data Lord of the Rings."

Bonus: You can even throw in, “Referral bonus dey o.”

4. Open a Boutique You Don’t Own (Instagram Level)

Steal... sorry, borrow pictures of clothes online and post them on Instagram like you sell them. When someone places an order, rush to your vendor plug, buy it, and deliver.

Just pray that the cloth doesn't go out of stock. Or is different from the picture you posted.

5. Become a Relationship Counselor (Without a Relationship)

Nigerians love relationship advice and they could pay money for it.

Meanwhile, you're still single and sending "wyd?" texts to your crush who airs you.

No problem. Open a TikTok and say things like: “Ladies, if he doesn’t text back in 5 minutes, he’s not your husband.”

Boom, you're now a life coach. People will start following and even pay for one-on-one relationship consultancy.

6. Start a Comedy Page (Because Wahala Too Much)

Use your phone to create skits, meme pages, or even tweet funny Nigerian struggles. Before you know it, people will beg to advertise investment websites or waist trainers on your page.

Just don't forget to add: “Promotions available. DM for collabo.” Because who no like awoof advert?

7. Become a Freelance 'Anything'

You can write? Design? Do voice-overs? Translate Yoruba to English with vibes?

Just open a free Fiverr or Upwork account and lie small: “10 years experience in logo design.” (You started yesterday, but who’s checking?)

8. Start a YouTube Channel About Your Broke Life

Turn your suffering into content. Become the new Daniel Regha of YouTube. Simply post videos with titles like: “How I Survive in Lagos with ₦500 a Week” and start monetizing your views.

Even if you're just drinking garri and groundnut, put cinematic music behind it and post the video with confidence.

Before long, YouTube will monetize your channel and start sending you some "pepper".

9. Turn Yourself into a Walking Billboard

Print T-shirts that say: “Advertise Here — ₦1,000 per day. Call Me.” Then walk around Balogun Market or Unilag.

Na joke o, but if 5 people pay… you don see daily bread be dat.

Desperate times = creative hustle.

10. Become a Recharge Card Seller Without POS or Shop

Simply ask friends/family to patronize your recharge card business.

They send you small money for recharge, you then use resellers or fintech apps to buy and send them.

You can earn commissions and discounts from resellers and mobile apps or charge extra fees.

Congratulations, you’re now the CEO of “MTN & Sons Ltd.”

Final Thoughts:

Being broke is not a crime. In fact, in Nigeria, it’s the first stage of entrepreneurship. So, keep up the hustle and God no go shame you!

So, which of these hustles do you want to try? Or have you done one already? Share your experience — we promise not to laugh (too much).

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If you've ever driven through the busy streets of Lagos, Abuja, or Port Harcourt, you’ve likely met them — the real MVPs of Nigeria’s informal economy: the traffic light hustlers.

These are the men who have turned every red light into a mini-market, a pop-up shop, and sometimes...a circus.

They don’t need POS machines. They don’t care about branding. And they definitely don’t accept transfers. But somehow, they sell everything — and I mean everything — with 3 seconds of eye contact and the boldness of a lion.

Belts, Bible & Beans: One Man, Many Talents

Imagine you’re stuck in traffic, windows up, AC on, and “Who’s Your Guy” blasting from your car stereo. Out of nowhere, a guy appears at your window.

He’s holding:

A set of leather belts,

King James Bible,

A bag of honey beans,

An iTel torchlight phone,

And occasionally...a wall clock.

You’re confused. Are you in Shoprite or on the 3rd Mainland Bridge?

He taps your window with confidence:
“Oga, this belt na original Turkey. I get Bible too, in case you wan give your mama. And this Beans dey sweet well well, no stone, no sand!”

You blink.
You laugh.
And somehow… you end up buying the beans.

Why Sell One Product When You Can Sell 10?

These hustlers know the rules of survival:

Diversify or die — One day it’s belts, tomorrow it’s padlocks, and the next, menthol sweets and chewing gum.

Location is key — Position along Ojuelegba traffic light, and business booms like it’s Black Friday.

Timing is everything — They only need 30 seconds between red and green to seal the deal.

No shame in the game — Whether it’s mop sticks or face towels, they’ll sell it with full confidence.

And let’s be honest — they are more persistent than your Instagram plug.

A Masterclass in Sales

These guys are not just selling, they’re giving you:

Free entertainment,

Market updates,

Weather reports (just ask them),

And unsolicited life advice:
“Oga, you dey find wife? Na belt wey go make you look smart you need oh!”

Honestly, who needs a sales course when you can just watch these legends in traffic?

What We Can Learn from Them (Yes, Seriously)

As funny as it seems, there are real lessons here:

1. Be Bold: No matter the product, pitch it like it’s gold.

2. Be Versatile: The economy is hard — diversify your hustle.

3. Know Your Audience: They know you’re tired, angry, and likely hungry — so they show up with beans and a smile.

4. Stay Visible: They go where the crowd is — just like your business should.

Conclusion: They Deserve a National Honor — and your patronage

So next time you're stuck in traffic and someone offers you a Bible, beans, and belt all at once, don’t be quick to laugh. Salute them.

They're the CEOs of survival, the entrepreneurs of the expressway, and truly, the GOATs of hustle.

And who knows… maybe that belt really was imported from Turkey.

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