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Hello bosses, I've been having issues with uploading photograph for my mum for her renewal. I've had her retake it several times at different passport studios but same issue. Any bother able to solve similar experience please advise.

See the error below

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uche87:
Osahon George Osayimwen writes from England.

Most of these are lies for the average Nigerian.

stagger:
Mr man,
If you have a wife and SIX children or more and you have capacity to produce all the food they will eat, your blood pressure will not rise. Believe me.

I am about to eat gari in my house from cassava I farmed in 2023, and I was not even in Nigeria at the time. My boys did everything. We are still on the product and I had to give a lot of it out.

Your boys that did everything, are they also millionaires? Do they have cars/lands/houses of their own ?

Everyone cannot be rich. Don't assume because of the people on your level you see around you.

Some are above you, some are below you.

tutudesz:
Dongote is into pure Petrochemicals using all byproduct to his benefits.
Now Port Harcourt and Warri Refineries should tell us where are the byproduct of the Refineries and who have been selling them and where is the money.

Warri Refinery also has a polypropylene plans and. I think a carbon something plant. I believe they do supply former Michelin raw materials in those days. It was designed not to really have any e
Waste.

Seems the polypropylene plant for port Harcourt was separated and eventually sold (something indorama) don't know the correct story.

The refineries had good plans initially, just poor maintenance and zero growth orientation.

fergie001:
Natasha Hadiza Akpoti-Uduaghan

PREVIOUS THREAD:
https://www.nairaland.com/8360798/senate-suspends-natasha-akpoti-uduaghan-6

Her people should come and tell us how she has served the ao far so good...

eduresearch:
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Did they sack the accounting department or just expanding?

Great100000:
Source: https://businessday.ng/bd-weekender/article/8-food-items-nigerians-are-banned-from-taking-to-canada/#google_vignette

So what foodstuffs are you allowed to carry?

TimeManager:
Why must be christian students be affected in the first place?. Meanwhile, these Governors have their kids in schools abroad.


-Kiss the truth!

Public funds will be sent to those children to use to break their fasts.

COFFINSELLER:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18e2vsbcCi/

https://www.instagram.com/p/DGsRz38s_QX/?igsh=N2QycDFsYzR1NjE0

This I doubt is ritual killing.

His organs were harvested and sold to someone that needed them.

AragonDragon:
Good day my Nlanders. I'm planning to buy a car but am confused. I'm a 9-5 person and I spend 800-1k daily as transport fare. I currently have 12 million in savings. The car am eyeing is Camry 2014, dealer is telling me 11.5 million. If I use 11.5m that means I only have 500k left. I'm confused weather to go for the car or not.

It's a little difficult to advise you depending on your status or earnings potential.

Why not go for Matrix

Like others said, try and save more first or go for something cheaper so you have some financial buffer

nlfpmod:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgq5x45he8E

Social media user, Askia Nuh, says he found a stray lion around his house and decided to keep it as a pet alongside his dog.

He wrote:



https://x.com/askia_nuh/status/1893590841161101674?t=uwKqE7cO18EdyBYN8yU53w&s=19


Replying to someone calling for his arrest, he wrote:

This is technically not a rescue, but doesn't mean he should be arrested.

ahmedio2017:
You can also secure mpower loan.

How does this work?

olatade:
https://www.thecable.ng/just-in-cbn-to-implement-new-atm-transaction-fees-from-march-1/

On top your own money for ATMs that are not working.

Golan007:
2 British ex-spies he is too chicken to name.

But he can name the journalists 😅😅😅

omowolewa:
There is no price war

There's no price war. Besides NNPC retail stations will still be selling cheaper.

otipoju:
What Mikel Obi has won in his life and the stages he had played on makes him a huge success.

He was so integral to Chelsea that he played over 10 years for several coaches in the same defensive Midfielder position.

That position is so so important to any team that Man City suffered greatly in Rodri's absence.

Stop hating.

Sanchez is making school boy errors in an elite division. Jackson will miss eight chances before scoring one.

Both of them are not reliable and have to be dropped.

In Obi's time at the club, most managers that didn't play him ended up failing. At least before he got older.

mannobi:
With the preparation for the AFCON 2025 edition in full gear, African countries have now known their opponents in the biennial contest.
Nigeria, a finalist in the last edition will be hoping to consolidate on their silver medals as they are drawn in group C along familiar north African foe (Tunisia).
Here is the breakdown of the groupings.
2025 AFCON FINAL DRAW ⚽

Group A
Morocco 🇲🇦
Mali 🇲🇱
Zambia 🇿🇲
Comoros 🇰🇲

Group B
Egypt 🇪🇬
South Africa 🇿🇦
Angola 🇦🇴
Zimbabwe 🇿🇼

Group C
Nigeria 🇳🇬
Tunisia 🇹🇳
Uganda 🇺🇬
Tanzania 🇹🇿

Group D
Senegal 🇸🇳
DR Congo 🇨🇩
Benin 🇧🇯
Botswana 🇧🇼

Group E
Algeria 🇩🇿
Burkina Faso 🇧🇫
Equatorial Guinea 🇬🇶
Sudan 🇰🇼

Group F
Ivory Coast 🇨🇮
Cameroon 🇨🇲
Gabon 🇬🇦
Mozambique 🇲🇿

OP check again...... Is it group B or C?

mubarak89:
Hi NLanders.

Please what drugs can I take to grow a bit fatter?

I am too skinny and I dislike it.

Any helpful advice will be much appreciated.

If you are really skinny, Nothing you eat will really help if you don't combine it with high intensity exercise. Gaining weight is actually not easy.


Good food and the right exercise. Besides gaining muscle mass is much healthier than gaining fat.

All the best.

Sapasenator:
Hello Nairalanders,

I am completely lost and need advice. My name is Olumide Adeyanju(Not my real name), and I’m a 42-year-old civil engineer based in Lagos. I’ve been married to my wife, Tola, for seven years. We have a son together, Jidenna, who is five years old. Our marriage hasn’t been perfect, but I thought we had something solid—until recently.

When I met Tola, she was a divorcee. She told me her first marriage to a man named Dapo Olatunji ended after three years due to irreconcilable differences and I believed her. According to her, Dapo had anger issues and was overly controlling. She said she left the marriage to protect her mental health and focus on building a better life for herself. At the time, I admired her courage, and we built a beautiful relationship.

Last month, everything changed. Tola and I were invited to a wedding in Lekki. As fate would have it, Dapo was also at the wedding. It was the first time they were seeing each other in nearly 10 years. I noticed they exchanged pleasantries, and while it seemed cordial at first, something about the way they looked at each other didn’t sit well with me.

In the weeks that followed, I started noticing subtle changes in Tola’s behavior. She began acting distant and spending more time on her phone, often smiling at her screen like a teenager in love. When I asked her what was going on, she brushed it off, saying it was just "work stress."

Then, two weeks ago, I came home early from work and found her on a video call with Dapo. She didn’t realize I was home, so I overheard parts of their conversation. They were laughing and reminiscing about their past together—things like how they used to travel to Abuja for weekend getaways and the time he bought her a surprise gift for her birthday. It felt like I was intruding on a private moment between lovers.

When I confronted her, she admitted that she and Dapo had been talking regularly since the wedding. She claimed it was "nothing serious" and that they were just "catching up as friends." But I don’t believe her. Her behavior has changed so much. She’s more secretive, and I even found out she met up with him last Saturday without telling me. She said it was a "closure" meeting, but why does she need closure after all these years?

Now I’m stuck. I love Tola, but it feels like her heart is being drawn back to Dapo. I’ve spoken to my elder brother, Kunle, and he thinks I should stand my ground and fight for my marriage. But my best friend, Tunde, says I should let her go if she’s already emotionally checked out.

I don’t know what to do. Should I confront Dapo directly? Should I give Tola an ultimatum to stop talking to him? Or should I quietly walk away and let her decide who she really wants to be with?

Please, Nairalanders, I need your honest opinions. Have you experienced or heard of a situation like this? How do I handle it?

It seems you are waiting for her to cheat before you take action

Realdeals:
I used GT Naira card on Temu and Opay on AliExpress

Oh really.... Does Opay issue cards?

What was their exchange rate like?


Also, do you think Palmpay will work?

Realdeals:
No wonder AliExpress and Temu now process naira transactions on their portal.

Are you able to make payment? How did you go about that?

IyaTola:
I understand your frustration!

Firstly, a 200% rent increase is quite steep. Here are some steps you can take:

Negotiation
1. Review your lease agreement: Check if there's a clause that stipulates how rent increases should be handled.
2. Talk to your landlord: Schedule a meeting to discuss the rent increase. Be calm and respectful.
3. Propose a compromise: Suggest a more reasonable rent increase, citing market rates or your financial constraints.

Seeking Assistance
1. Tenant associations or unions: Reach out to local tenant organizations for guidance and support.
2. Housing counseling agencies: Non-profit organizations that provide free or low-cost housing counseling.
3. Local government agencies: Contact your local housing authority or consumer protection agency.

Legal Action
1. Consult a lawyer: If negotiations fail, consult with a lawyer specializing in tenant-landlord law.
2. File a complaint: If your landlord has violated the lease agreement or local laws, file a complaint with the relevant authorities.
3. Court action: As a last resort, take your landlord to court. Be prepared to provide evidence and witnesses.

Other Options
1. Look for a new place: If the rent increase is unsustainable, start searching for a new apartment.
2. Consider a rent subsidy: If you're eligible, explore government programs or non-profit organizations that offer rent subsidies.

Remember to document all communication with your landlord, including dates, times, and details of conversations.

Take a deep breath, and may the odds be ever in your favor!

Copy and paste from ChatGPT

press9jatv:
Why driving in top speed when you are still mourning your mum. The late son really caused this accident here

The report is confusing but I think the boy who died lost his grand mother and the governor lost his mother.

004gist:
Yaraduah was sick and couldn't do much but reserve grew to over 68 billion dollar at that time.

During GEJ reserve shrink a little probably due to 2008 global economic meltdown. But we soon experienced boom in oil sale but i believe GEJ didn't not plan to save.... And likewise debt climb a little to 10 billion dollars.

Buhari was a disaster entirely as at 2023 at the end of his tenure we accumulated $43.2 billion foreign debt.

You can see the difference..

Today our debt in foreign currency to foreigners is over 70 billion

Reserves shrank a little under GEJ? I see what you did there.Did it only shrink or didn't he proceed to sharing the money in the excess crude account after trying to spend it behind the governors backs.

Yes GEJ neither saved or invested well. He just kept on drawing up plans of what should be done.

PMB spent money on mostly the wrong things hence we didn't see tangible growth. A major disappointment was his inability to fix all refineries within his first tenure.


I think we often downplay the part whereby the stupidity of previous governments makes it harder for any future administrations to achieve anything tangible.

004gist:
Above is the highlight of Obasanjo administration that of Tinubu is right before you i believe u are also feeling it

I asked for what happened in between. Yar Adua, GEJ, PMB.

004gist:
Obasanjo is the greatest...

He came in, saw a debt of 36 billion dollars.
Oil price was 11 dollars.
Debt servicing was 3.7 billion yearly
Foreign reserve was 3.5 billion.

By the time he left in 2007

Debt of 18 billion dollars has been paid.
18 billion was forgiven.
22 billion saved in excess crude oil saved
50 billion foreign reserve.

Note : over 70 billion+ dollars saved. If you add it with 18 billion.. Almost 90 billion Obasanjo generated and saved from savings we paid our debt.


Now APC has been in power for 10 years now.

Search where we are. Be the judge

We can safely conclude that there has been massive stealing going on cos i don't understand now oil is selling for 70 dollars plus

You can also educate us what happened between Obasanjo and BATs administration.

alanto:

Money sharing keep these people together.
The other day this guy was cussing Tinubu policies

When and where?


Last I remembered, he ensured there was no protest in his state through his LGA Chairmen when people wanted to protest against BAT.

SoftSport:
Traveling from Nigeria to Finland requires a detailed budget plan that includes airfare, visa application fees, accommodation, transportation, and other travel expenses. Here’s a breakdown of the estimated costs:

1. Flight Costs
Round-trip Flight: The cost of flights depends on the season, airline, and booking time. On average:
Economy Class: ₦500,000 – ₦1,200,000.
Book early to secure cheaper fares.

2. Visa Application
Schengen Visa Fee:
Adults: €80 (~₦72,000).
Children (6-12 years): €40 (~₦36,000).
Children under 6: Free.
Service Fee (VFS Global or Embassy): Approximately ₦15,000 – ₦20,000.
Additional costs for document notarization, translations, or courier services: ₦10,000 – ₦30,000.

3. Travel Insurance
Required for Schengen Visa.
Approximate cost for a short-term plan (1-3 months): ₦15,000 – ₦30,000.

4. Accommodation Costs
Hotel Stay:
Budget hotels: €50 – €100 per night (~₦45,000 – ₦90,000).
Average monthly rent for budget travelers (Airbnb/shared apartments): ₦300,000 – ₦600,000.
Ensure a confirmed booking to support your visa application.

5. Transportation in Finland
Public Transport:
Monthly transport card: €50 – €100 (~₦45,000 – ₦90,000).
Single ticket: €2.80 (~₦2,500).
Taxis:
Base fare: €5 – €10 (~₦4,500 – ₦9,000).
Per kilometer: €1.50 (₦1,350).

6. Daily Expenses
Food:
Dining out: €10 – €20 per meal (~₦9,000 – ₦18,000).

Cooking your own meals: €150 – €300 monthly (~₦135,000 – ₦270,000).

Miscellaneous:
Tours, shopping, and activities: €100 – €300 (~₦90,000 – ₦270,000).

7. COVID-19-Related Costs (if applicable)
PCR Test in Nigeria: ₦40,000 – ₦70,000.
PCR Test in Finland (if required): €100 (~₦90,000).

8. Miscellaneous Expenses
Passport renewal (if needed): ₦30,000 – ₦50,000.

Contingency fund for emergencies: ₦100,000 – ₦300,000.
Total Estimated Budget (1-3 months stay):

Low-End: ₦1,200,000 – ₦1,800,000.
Mid-Range: ₦2,000,000 – ₦3,500,000.
High-End: ₦4,000,000 and above.

This budget estimate depends on personal choices and travel style (e.g., luxury vs. budget).

If you’re traveling for education or work, consider additional fees like tuition or work permits.

These your responses too resemble chatgpt for my eyes oh

Tayorshd87:
Armed robbers or higher killers that police might have shot during operation or so.

That's why d law was probably passed then

What of people shot by armed robbers or armed milita groups?

TenQ:
1. Too bad, you bought a TOY
2. Sellers of Inverters will sweet talk you into bad purchases
Let me break it down for you
1. Your One Panel 18V 30W:
Means that if the efficiency is 100%, as long as the sun is up, the maximum load it can carry is 30W between 9am and 5pm (8 Hours)
If there is no NEPA (Mains Electricity), it means you can use 60W of power for 4 Hours OR 120W for 2 Hours
2. Your battery capacity of12V 12AH Lead-acid battery
Mean that at full capacity, it can store at 100% efficiency 144W of Energy
it means that at best you can use up to 144W of Energy for 1 Hour OR 72W of Energy for 2Hours
3. Your Inverter of 220V 150W.
Mean that at 100% Efficiency, you cannot plug loads up to 150W without blowing up the inverter. This is the maximum power you can draw from it if your battery capacity will allow it.

Now, you are driving it with a load of 95W OX fan
Laptop at 65W

Let me shock you that the efficiencies of solar panel that is properly optimised is less that 50% from the rating
Your Battery can have 80% Efficiency only when brand new, as you use it (especially when overloading it) the efficiency can drop to 40%

So, don't use your inverter for your fan or laptop, restrict it to giving you lights at night.
Don't even bother augmenting with extra panels or batteries because it will still waste your money



Recommendation: Even though costly
1. Two Deep cycle Batteries of at least 200AH capacity
2. Three to Four Solar panels
3. Charge controllers rated for the four panels with a power not less that 1200W
4. Inverter (Sine Wave) of at least 1500W (Much higher is better)
Less is a waste of investment

My Small Advice!

What set up will you recommend for a solar system expected to carry a freezer.


Is a 12 volt system okay or minimum or 24volt

WilsonBright935:
To rectify spelling errors, go to the organisation that made the error and lodge a complaint about the error. If they can't rectify it, ask for their advice, don't just go to court to do affidavit for spelling errors, it won't shock if some places don't reckon with whatever court affidavit you're holding

In my case, birth certificate and LG Certificate of Origin carries Olusola as first name but all other documents carry Olushola.

Also no middle name in NIN and International Passport. Is this also an issue.


How do you advise to rectify these.

How many percent of the working population are state employed civil servants?