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Business › Re: Why Moove Is Exiting Nigeria by studyless123: 8:48pm On Oct 08
QuinModah:
This is actually a good example of the point being made.

Look at Moove. They started in Nigeria with just 76 vehicles, built the business with Nigerian workers and mobility entrepreneurs, and eventually grew into a global company operating across 29 cities. They openly acknowledge that their Nigerian customers and employees helped build the foundation of that growth.

But when the economics of the Nigerian operation stopped making sense after Uber exited, the company made the decision to leave the market. They were very clear about it: they assessed the alternatives and concluded that they could no longer sustain the Nigerian model.

And that is exactly the point.

It doesn't mean the founders don't care about Nigeria or that they don't appreciate the people who helped build the company. In fact, their response—transferring vehicles to eligible customers and employees—shows that they recognise those contributions.

But appreciation and business decisions are two different things.

When the numbers stopped working, they couldn't continue operating simply because people had worked hard, been loyal, or because the company had emotional ties to Nigeria.

**That's capitalism.**

People can genuinely value you, appreciate you and even be grateful for everything you've contributed, while still making a decision based on what is economically sustainable.

And that is why, as an employee or service provider, you also have to understand your own economics.

Work hard, yes. Be loyal, yes. Build relationships, absolutely.

But **don't confuse being valuable with being indispensable, and don't confuse someone's appreciation for you with an obligation to keep paying you when the economics no longer work for them.**

The same way businesses protect their bottom line, **you have to protect your own.**
What's the essence of the AI generated text? Everyone knows Moove was going to move if they don't partner with another company in Nigeria.
Business › Re: Why Moove Is Exiting Nigeria by studyless123: 8:45pm On Oct 08
dominique:
This should have been their opportunity to fill into the void left by uber.
Their business is built around Uber. It was just a matter of time for them to move.
Travel › Re: Living In The USA - Life Of An Immigrant Part 1 by studyless123: 2:59pm On Sep 28
Taal17:
Have you tried spareroom.com?
Or leasebreak?
You're to be commended.
Travel › Re: Memoirs From Chile by studyless123: 2:50pm On Sep 28
pocohantas:
Hahahhaa. I guess this is why they say one shouldn't brag so much about their moral compass or taste until they can afford it. An addition to that statement should be, until you are in a society that doesn't judge you for basic things. I love tattoos, always did. Tag me when you get tattoos done.

😂😂😂😂😂
Very true. This captures that uncomfortable gap between who we think we are and what our circumstances allow us to be.
It's easy to stand on principle when your environment rewards you for it, but take that same person out of a society that applauds their choices and drop them somewhere that judges them for the most basic things, and suddenly those convictions become a lot harder to afford.
Please post your tattoos when done.
Politics › Re: Umahi Under Fire Over ‘Not Igbo Turn’ Comment by studyless123: 2:39pm On Sep 28
maestroferddi:
DYou are still writing thoughtless pieces.

Was Atiku not on the ballot in 2023 and did he win?

Now tell me how your allusion to Peter Obi alone makes any sense?
You guys are cracking me up. You should understand that Aminda supports his candidate and is pained that your candidate failed to be the VP. His candidate also failed to be VP to your candidate. At the end of January everyone will rest. 🤣🤣🤣
Phones › Re: Starlink’s 98,642 Users Expose Nigeria’s Broadband Shift by studyless123: 8:29pm On Sep 27
erico2k2:
HAHAH you are one of those in Nigeria who think and say they have a LAND LINE when infact the have a mobile phone on a desktop device or lower tarrif.As we speak, the whole of the UK is not fibre optic yet ,they are still installing it across the UK.
Exactly. You're very smart. I don't have any need for landline. I know most UK homes are on fiber and others on copper. You're right, the goal is to have FTTH for all homes.
Phones › Re: Starlink’s 98,642 Users Expose Nigeria’s Broadband Shift by studyless123: 10:32pm On Sep 26
erico2k2:
Bro I think you went too far o n this one,Japan is Fibre,Nigeria is still geting introduced to copper wired broad band which is very slow.
That's not correct. I don't know of companies offering copper cable connections but about 20 years ago I had a fiber connection in Nigeria. It's not common but what's available is fiber and wireless Internet services.
Phones › Re: Starlink’s 98,642 Users Expose Nigeria’s Broadband Shift by studyless123: 10:25pm On Sep 26
HacheNoire:
Starlink can never out pace broadband and the current lead they have is all because the telcos are not ready to out it in the work.

No way now or in the future will satellite communication outshine broadband.
Starlink is considered broadband. So you shouldn't be comparing Starlink and broadband.
Unfortunately many people don't understand what broadband means.
Travel › Re: Memoirs From Chile by studyless123: 8:26pm On Sep 26
tensazangetsu20:
My favorite time of the year is around the corner. Chiles Independence Day
Chi, many people will not believe you were a spare parts dealer. grin cheesy See freshness.
Travel › Re: Memoirs From Chile by studyless123: 7:57pm On Sep 26
tensazangetsu20:
When I first came to Chile, I was starting from below ground level. Even though I had learned Spanish in Nigeria, I couldn’t understand much during my first few months. I also had very little money, so life was tough and sometimes brutal.

But step by step, things began to change. Today, life is much better. I moved from living in a shared house to having my own apartment. I have an amazing girlfriend and a great job, and soon I’ll try my hand at business again.

My journey is proof that things can improve with persistence and faith. I hope my story inspires young people in Nigeria who are struggling to find their way. No matter how hard it seems, there is hope. They too will find success wherever they go, in Jesus’ name.
Your journey is a powerful example of what persistence, determination, and a strong desire to succeed can accomplish. You were willing to learn a new language, leave familiar surroundings, and travel to another country in pursuit of a better future. You then faced the challenge of university education, persevered through it, and graduated.

But you did not stop there, you continued pushing forward until you secured a good-paying job. Your story reminds us that success is rarely achieved by talent alone, it requires the courage to begin, the determination to continue, and the persistence to keep going when the journey becomes difficult.

Your achievement is not only something to commend, it is an inspiration to others. This is what Nairaland was supposed to promote before it was captured by the junkies. It shows that our starting point does not have to determine our destination. When we are willing to learn, adapt, work hard, and refuse to give up, we can accomplish far more than we may initially believe possible. Thanks for sharing your experience.
Travel › Re: USA Employment-based Immigration (EB-1,EB-2,EB-3 Visa) by studyless123: 11:57am On Jul 28, 2025
Babbyad:
You shouldn't have resubmitted that exact documents. You should have augmented the RFE sent to you. Those guys are thorough. They hardly make mistakes. You might eventually be given NOID later on..
Things have changed. Most people don't know the kind of pressure these guys face. The workload is much. A friend had to resign because of the workload. Then some layoffs for an understaffed institution. If you had the opportunity to read the RFE and the original petition, you'll understand better. I've seen/heard more mistakes this year than ever. The educational requirements for those working in that unit is high but the burnout is real.
98 % approval rate to 40% is not as a result of less qualified candidates. There are a lot of dynamics at play.
Travel › Re: USA Employment-based Immigration (EB-1,EB-2,EB-3 Visa) by studyless123: 10:30pm On Jul 27, 2025
JohnPhysics:
Good morning everyone,

I recently transferred my case from Lagos to Frankfurt and I’m currently waiting for my Interview Letter (IL). However, for the past 14 months, I’ve been unable to secure a family reunion visa for my wife and children.

I also tried to explore getting a Schengen visa for them through another country, but I was told they would only get a maximum of 10 days. That’s not enough time to complete medicals and the rest of the process.

Should I get IL from Frankfurt, I will be faced with the me in Frankfurt and my family in Nigeria- how do I navigate this?

Please, I’m asking for advice. If anyone here is in a similar situation; living outside Nigeria (excluding the USA); and you successfully navigated this with your dependents back in Nigeria, I would really appreciate it if you could share your experience. Feel free to DM me or share it here, whichever is more convenient.

Like they say, “who ask questions no dey miss road.”

Thank you !.
I had no idea that German family reunion visa is difficult for immediate family members. Do you have an ETA for your IL? You have the option of attending the interview alone, receive your immigrant visa and file I-824. Your dependents can complete their process in Lagos.
Did you confirm the maximum stay for the Schengen visa? You may want to confirm that to make sure you have the accurate information.
Travel › Re: USA Employment-based Immigration (EB-1,EB-2,EB-3 Visa) by studyless123: 10:18pm On Jul 27, 2025
Eilenora:
Hello All,
Received an RFE and unsure where to start. Applying for EB2, Background law with over 15years experience in regulatory compliance and anti money laundering. I have an award, professional memberships, publications and reference letters. I incorporated a Company in USA for credibility. Also did a patent and have a sound business case. Got potential investment letters for AML business idea. Used an agent who has prepared a response to the FRE, but need a 2nd eye. Anyone that can help would be greatly appreciated.
I don't know of your case but I noticed that the RFE that I received for a friend was already included in the original petition.
I stated that the RFE was issued in error because the requested evidence was already included.
Re-summited the exact same documents, but this time highlight the relevant sections
I clearly pointed out exactly where the requested information can be found in the original filing.

If you have filled in 22/23 you would have been approved in a flash but the approval rate now is alarming. They don't read the petitions thoroughly. Present govt policy is also a factor.
Foreign Affairs › Re: US Is Accepting 'Gifts' Via Venmo, PayPal To Reduce $36.7 Trillion Debt by studyless123: 9:40pm On Jul 27, 2025
linearity:
The truth is, the so-called US debt is only big on paper.

US debts are in US currencies, and the US Central Bank if they wish can print dollars tomorrow to settle those debts.

It is unlike Nigeria and other Africa countries debts, which are majorly held in US dollars and which Nigeria can't print but must earn.

Lastly 80% of US debts are owe to the Public, and two-third of this, which is about 53% of the overall debts is owe to US entities likes the US Federal Reserve, US Mutual Funds, US States & Local Governments, US Pension Funds, US Insurance Companies, etc...

Since the US dollar is not tied to gold Reserves, the Federal Reserve is capable of printing enough dollars to write off these debts but they would not, just to keep the scheme going on.
The Feds can technically print enough US dollars but printing enough dollars to write off these debts is NO. It's not the Feds responsibility to pay off national debt and the govt doesn't control the feds. Why it's impossible for the feds to do so is my post above.
Foreign Affairs › Re: US Is Accepting 'Gifts' Via Venmo, PayPal To Reduce $36.7 Trillion Debt by studyless123: 9:27pm On Jul 27, 2025
PythonPro001:
I need answers to these questions:
1. Who exactly is the US owing this humongous sum of money ?
2. When and why did the US, a supposedly wealthy nation, borrow this money ?
3. If it is so important to pay off the debt, why isn't printing new dollars an option ?
These are brilliant questions. There's a long and short answer. Find the short answer below. Figures are approximated.

1. Who exactly is the US owing this humongous sum of money ?

US Debt is 34 T USD

Public Debt
The money owned to individuals, businesses, foreign governments, and investors

Intragovernment holdings
The money that govt owes itself. This is like ministry A lends money to ministry B, since the money is not with ministry A, it's recorded as debt until the money is repaid. The focus is on public debt

Public debt - 27 T
Intragovernment holdings - 7 T

Ownership of public debt.
Domestic Holders - 70 %
Foreign Holders - 30 %
Top foreign holders include Japan and China

2. When and why did the US, a supposedly wealthy nation, borrow this money ?
Debt is as a result of budget deficits. Government spends more than it collects. The high debt is proof that she's a rich nation. The debt keeps increasing as the deficit increases each year. Debt plays a positive role in an economy when used responsibly.

3. If it is so important to pay off the debt, why isn't printing new dollars an option

The govt can't print money to wipe off the debt for several reasons although, the government issues its own currency.

1. The debt won't go away but it will increase
2. No one will buy US treasuries
3. It would erode the value of the dollar and Inflation will set in.
4. The govt doesn't print money but the Federal reserve does and they're an independent institution.
5. Printing money is not the solution but will make matters worse.
Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by studyless123: 9:29pm On Jul 10, 2025
Jane8999:
Please my b1/b2 visa interview is tomorrow
Please what are tips I need to understand
I’m actually nervous Omo
It's normal to be nervous.
Try as possible to be calm before your session.
Go with the mindset that the refusal rate is high.
Be familiar with what you filled in the form - and be able to speak to it.
I wish you the very best.
Travel › Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 18 by studyless123: 9:23pm On Jul 10, 2025
Raph14:
Good day everyone, I’m new here and I need your help.

I recently had my U.S. visa refused under Section 214(b), and I’m currently planning to reapply. I’ve already deferred my admission to Spring 2026 so I can properly address any concerns that may have led to the refusal.

A bit about my background:

I hold a National Diploma in Computer Science and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics.

I have over 10 years of professional experience working as a System Administrator and IT Support Specialist.

In 2024, I launched my own Cybersecurity and IT startup, which is registered with CAC.

The main reason I’m pursuing a Master’s degree now is because I believe I need advanced knowledge in Cybersecurity to properly scale and lead my company towards the vision I have for it.

I’m single by personal choice and in my early 40s.

My visa interview experience:
I arrived at the embassy around 6:00 a.m. for my 7:00 a.m. appointment. People scheduled for 6:30 and 6:45 a.m. were already being called in, and eventually, those of us with 7:00 a.m. slots were also let in around 6:45.

After the security checks and administrative processing, I joined the queue for the visa interview. It was a tense atmosphere — one of the officers at Window 3, a young man likely in his early 30s, seemed very strict and was issuing a lot of refusals. I was really hoping not to end up at his window.

Thankfully, I was directed to a female officer, who had just interviewed and approved a woman who needed an interpreter. However, before me, I also saw her issue several refusals.

When it was finally my turn, the interview felt rushed. I tried to present my case clearly, but I wasn’t asked many follow-up questions. In the end, I was handed a blue refusal sheet under 214(b).

Transcript:
F-1 Visa Refused.
Attempt: First time
Interview date: June 30, 2025
Interview Time: 7:00am
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
GWU.
MSc in Cybersecurity.

Me: Good morning, officer.

VO: Good morning.

Me: How are you doing, Ma?

VO: Pass me your passport.

I placed my passport and I-20 in the tray. She scanned my passport.

VO: You were refused a Canadian visa in 2024?
Me: No, ma, in 2023 and 2024, I was refused a Canada Visa. The refusal was due to insufficient funds, as noted in the IRCC letters. However, my financial situation has since improved. I now have a merit scholarship from GW, and I’m on paid study leave from my current employer.

VO: I see you’re going to GW for a Master’s in Cybersecurity.

Me: Yes, ma’am. I’m going for my master’s in Cybersecurity to gain global exposure, and this course will equip me with advanced skills in cybersecurity—both technical and strategic, so I can better protect digital assets, respond to threats, and lead cybersecurity projects. Once I am done with the program, I plan to return to my current employer to take on senior roles.

NB: The reason I didn’t stop at simply answering “Yes” was because I had observed her while she interviewed others. She rarely asked more than three questions, and by the third, she usually seemed to have made up her mind. That’s why I decided to include information about my ties to home, just in case she didn’t ask any follow-up questions.

VO: Who is funding your education?

Me: Thank you for that question, officer. I received a merit scholarship from GWU covering my tuition—$xxxx, "My deficit is $25,000 after the scholarship". I have personal savings XX amount and study leave salary from current employer of xx amount to cover my living expenses, books and health.

At this point, she interrupted with “OK” and she stood up, moved away briefly like someone that want to stretch her body, and returned. I offered to show my bank statement, study leave approval from employer and scholarship documents, but she said it wasn’t necessary.

As I attempted to continue, she said, “Thank you for applying for a U.S. visa,” and initially picked up a white sheet, but then switched to the blue refusal sheet and said, “I’m refusing your visa. The blue sheet explains all the details.”


The whole experience was emotionally draining — watching people get denied one after the other while waiting for your turn is not easy.
I agree that it can be an emotionally draining experience. You blurred out your savings so I can't tell if you can cover your expenses. The deficit is also high. The reason for the denial is in the notes - so you know your circumstances better than anyone.

Well, you have the option of applying again.
You can study the course online in many US universities.
You can try another country for your study.
You can also try other visa routes to the US if your intention is to migrate.
I wish you the very best.
Phones › Re: My SpaceX Starlink Internet Experience In Lagos, Nigeria by studyless123: 9:07pm On Jul 10, 2025
dustmalik:
By the way, apparently Starlink added more specs to their Nigerian hardware in Lagos yesterday. Those in Lagos and other places where capacity is still low should enjoy Starlink even the more. An engineer posted the attached screenshot yesterday on Reddit.
They've been very busy with upgrades. This is at AMS-IX.
From 2x10 in Dec 22 to 2x100 in Oct 23 to 2x300g in Apr 25 and now with an additional 300 gives 900 in July 25.

Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by studyless123: 5:48pm On Jul 10, 2025
Lekan2348:
I have not mocked you on this chat o. Mr or Mrs studyless. I have been respectful in all my dealings here so be guided with all of this. I can assure you that you will see me in person and not be able to say all these things to me.

Because we are here on nairaland does not give you a reason why. I have grown men and women that work for me and I pay salaries to and I treat everybody with respect. Respect that should be reciprocal.

So it is not you that will make me come out of behavior. God bless you for what you have said. I will not be responding to you again
There's a difference between when someone is ignorant and when someone is deliberately pushing a false narrative. I come on Nairaland about once in 2/3 months and I don't even know where to start. Misinformation everywhere and some deliberately tell lies. @AdisaMighty was concocting false information and I had to correct him because others quickly into it. What he was saying doesn't make sense but you felt that you knew better.

Instead of you to accept correction and move on, you've turned it into a personal issue. I have fought institutions and not individuals.
I respect everyone but fear no one. So if you misbehave you will collect. I gave you an advise to cultivate a reading culture and you think I can't say that to your face, tell me where to meet you up if you want to see me.
Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by studyless123: 4:50pm On Jul 10, 2025
Lekan2348:
I’m in complete agreement with you. All of this is by the way. How can someone be coming to fault someone for having bad information when you can just correct the person without being derogatory. The person’s information is now not accurate. Let’s be guided.

It makes me wonder if the person is a bully in real life
Work on your status and your eligibility to travel. When I was planning to travel to the US about 14 years ago, I had 4 different visa options. I work on myself and develop myself instead of wailing because of visa restriction. If you spend 4 hours reading everyday for 3 years, it will go a long way sir.
Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by studyless123: 4:42pm On Jul 10, 2025
JohnZak:
The section on visa validity on the consulate website says 90 days.

Anyway, it’s not a big deal and no need derailing the thread because of this. Folks can take what they want from this - 90 days or 5 years. There are more important things to discuss here.
There's no need misleading folks. This forum is full of false information and you and I have a responsibility to state correct information.
The government have just clarified the issue that the issuance of 5 year visas was not stopped. At this point, I rest my case.
Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by studyless123: 4:39pm On Jul 10, 2025
JohnZak:
I’m not sure where you got this info from but it is not consistent with what is on the NG consulate Atlanta website. I also know a US citizen who was told this week at the consulate in Atlanta that he will get a 90-day visa. They said that they stopped issuing 5-year visas.

The 90-day visa validity information is also on their website

https://www.nigeriaconsulateatlanta.org/tourist-visas/
I had the call the consulate in Atlanta and DC and the information didn't agree with what you posted. There is a difference between a 90-day visa and a 90-day stay. I have been applying for Nigerian visas for foreign nationals for over 10 years and I needed to confirm if any changes happened this week.
Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by studyless123: 4:05pm On Jul 10, 2025
JohnZak:
I’m not sure where you got this info from but it is not consistent with what is on the NG consulate Atlanta website. I also know a US citizen who was told this week at the consulate in Atlanta that he will get a 90-day visa. They said that they stopped issuing 5-year visas.

The 90-day visa validity information is also on their website

https://www.nigeriaconsulateatlanta.org/tourist-visas/
It's good to separate to issues. First, US citizens are not eligible for Visa on Arrival. The visa on arrival policy is different.
Second - As at last week, someone got a 5 - year Nigerian visa. Nigeria offers multiple entry visa for US citizens. I don't have any information that this has been stopped. There's nothing in the website that shows that Nigeria issues only a 90-day visa.
Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by studyless123: 2:08pm On Jul 10, 2025
AdisaMighty:
Visa on arrival was available to everyone as long as you are non Ecowas
Thanks for the references. This is not correct and that's where you're getting it wrong.

Visa on arrival was not available for everyone. It was available for selected countries and individuals. Once you understand that, it will be easy for you to understand the rest of the process.
Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by studyless123: 12:37pm On Jul 10, 2025
Lekan2348:
I don’t get. Isn’t the new e visa mandate only 3 months for anyone from any country trying to come to Nigeria. Is there something else you guys are insinuating? Rather than throwing subtle insults at yourselves
If you don't get then you ask? The new e-visa policy was a replacement for visa on arrival (VoA). US citizens were not eligible for visa on arrival. You will have to go to the Nigeria embassy to get a physical visa on your passport. Just last week a US citizen got a Nigerian 5 year visa on her passport. You guys should read and learn.
Travel › Re: Anyone Who Comes To America And Tells You Not To Come Is Your Worst Enemy by studyless123: 12:31pm On Jul 10, 2025
Gerrard59:
After they gave us 5 years validity, but we did not offer them 5 years as well.

Fair enough.
Your information is not correct and I know you can easily verify that. I don't have any issues with the new visa policy which is better that the restriction placed in 2020, but the reason given is a ruse and you fell for it. As someone who have invited over 50 US citizens to Nigeria, I don't need the US government to tell me anything about Nigeria visa policy for US citizens.
Travel › Re: U.S Slashes Visa Validity For Nigerians To 3 Months, Single Entry by studyless123: 12:18pm On Jul 10, 2025
gforce5:
I'm not defending Trump or America but let's bear in mind that[b] Nigeria only issues a 90 day tourist visa to U.S. citizens and other nationals while the U.S. issues a 5 year visa to Americans.[/b] There's a doctrine of reciprocity amongst countries. Nevertheless, Nigerians need to get their acts together in order to prevent continuous disrespect from other nations.
Stop saying what you don't know. It one of the reasons many of you are misinformed. I don't understand how adults will go online and write without verification on a subject matter. FYI: Nigeria does not only issue 90-day tourist visas for U.S. citizens.
Travel › Re: Usa Visit Visa Part 5 by studyless123: 12:07pm On Jul 10, 2025
Debbieeeeeee:
This government na dem dey use their hand drag trouble for us and we are the ones who suffer the consequences of their foolish decisions.
The statement by @AdisaMighty is not correct. Please let's stop spreading misinformation. A simple research can educate all but we're all lazy. US citizens get 5 years visa reciprocity from Nigeria since 2023. This revised US policy is hinged on a different reason which is not difficult to decipher.
Phones › Re: My SpaceX Starlink Internet Experience In Lagos, Nigeria by studyless123: 10:09pm On Apr 07, 2025
ask4bk:
You are getting it all wrong again. US has never been congested for starlink. Only parts of US are congested, not USA. Don't confuse part with whole.
If entire Nigeria is indicated as congested on their site it tells you the reason isn't about congestion but something else. So as not to speculate Starlink Nigeria literally confirmed they are pausing their service for conflict reasons with NCC. You don't need to cook up another reason apart from that which they confirmed.

I'm thinking selflessly?
In same message to Nigerian they said if it isn't resolved they could terminate their service in Nigeria (which I know isn't gonna happen though). But it's you who is also being selfish. Some of us live in forests without mobile network. We will do anything to pay for starlink to come online. If its 38k for all, we are happy, but if 75k is only way out to help me get Internet like everyone, then I'm ready to pay that too. I just don't want starlink getting pissed off and leaving Nigeria and I'm offline while you just simply switch to mtn coz you've options.
You are also being selfish for wanting someone's business to fail because you want cheap prices. He's not the one depreciating your naira. How can he run his business with $20 per client when in other places it's $43 or even $150 for Europe. They are destroying the man's Tesla everywhere too and you want him to do father Christmas for you.
Blame your govt, not Elon Musk or starlink. They can't give you a service at a loss.

If you can't afford starlink, move to the option you can. If not, you can also fight for lamborgini to be sold for 2m naira so that every Nigerian can afford it
Sir, like I stated earlier calm down and learn. Life is not only about you, I know you use it for business but everyone else should not burn because of you. Starlink signed regulatory policies and if they can't keep up with it, they can pack and go. Price increase should be approved and whatever price they set is the least of my issue.

I don't care about the price. I know many individuals that pay more that that monthly. I can't use it because it's a CGNAT and I don't like their implementation because they use semi-static blocks of ports for connection. I was paying about 1k USD for ISP over 15 years ago and wouldn't have issue paying same today. You also don't have to tell lies to prove a point. The reason for the waitlist is clearly stated on their website, any other reason you're giving is your opinion.
Concentrate on your last mile connections which was what I did 20 years ago. People will appreciate you for that.
Phones › Re: My SpaceX Starlink Internet Experience In Lagos, Nigeria by studyless123: 11:39am On Apr 07, 2025
ask4bk:
If I knew the native language you spoke I'll type in it and repeat that starlink didn't stop receiving new subscribers because of over capacity but because of NCC price regulations that doesn't favour them. Starlink charges all African countries $43 which is 75k today of which we are lucky coz outside Africa it's $130 montly. NCC forcing them to maintain 38k which is $22 or so isn't good for their business.

An entire country can't be over capacity. Only cities and particular areas based on the congestion of many users in that one spot.
Right now, even Sambisa forest can't sub for starlink and maybe there's only 1-3 starlinks there used by Boko haram. That usage can't put borno over capacity.

Its only about price regulations and that's all.
If you give me your local language I can use Google translator and convert it to your language for better comprehension.
All you've been shouting is I can afford it, I make money from it, everyone else can burn and the govt must support lawlessness.

The issue is not about price increase but following due process before price increase. ISPs must sought regulatory approval before increasing prices and Starlink failed to do so. That to you doesn't matter, and they must not leave no matter what they do, but I'll educate you.

1. Let's concede, they followed due process and increased the prices to 75k. The entry price of 38k is above the affordability threshold of most Nigerians and 75k means only the rich in our society will use the service. Please don't compare prices in Nigeria to other African countries, if you've lived there you've lived in other sub-Sahara countries, you'll understand why prices should be cheaper in Nigeria.

2. Govt have the right to regulate prices in the telecoms sector. The state of New York (a very rich state compared to Nigeria) requires ISPs to offer an entry price of $15. AT&T said they're leaving, others adjusted. $15 can't get you a good lunch in NY but you can get a good internet service for an entire month.

3. If you understand the business model of Starlink, you'll understand it's a numbers game. It's better for them to accept new subscribers at the current price than operating with the same number (use your head).

4. Forget about the noise, they are upgrading their facilities and once they're done with the first phase, they'll accept more subscribers and maybe also give you the price increase that you so much desire.

5. The US is their largest market, some people were on wait list for about 2 years and now they charge a congestion fee of $100 in addition to the cost of equipment. They also place Nigerian orders on a waitlist stating they're congested and when they're ready, they'll fulfill the orders.

Sir, don't think only about yourself and that will help you to reason better.
Travel › Re: No Sense Of Fulfilment – Lady Reveals Why She’s Relocating To Nigeria From US by studyless123: 2:32pm On Apr 05, 2025
Angelfrost:
You are either deliberately missing my point or unable to see and process it.

I have never had anything against coming back to invest or enjoy one's country, and I didn't imply that.

My issue is with the hypocrisy or pretense of acting like you never achieved or gained anything from relocating abroad in the first place... Which for most of these returnees, is quite far from the truth.


A lot of them try to diminish the gains of living and working abroad which is unfair to those nations that gave them the opportunities for bettering their lives.



Everyone can do what he or she desires without throwing shades at either sides (Nigeria or other nations).

It's quite simple!


...And by the way, there is a general economic decline globally, but let's not go there!.

Nigeria has been declining steadily for over a decade now in almost every sector.
If that is your point, I'll have to agree with you. Being outside the country gives you the opportunity to reflect and strategize. You have a higher chance of being successful in business when you've lived outside the country. It's one of the reasons while I encourage others to travel because it's gives you a bird's eye view of the world.
Travel › Re: No Sense Of Fulfilment – Lady Reveals Why She’s Relocating To Nigeria From US by studyless123: 2:31pm On Apr 05, 2025
Angelfrost:
Okay... I don't disagree totally with you about opportunities in Nigeria.

But, where are there no opportunities?!! Even in Syria and Ukraine, there are still wealth making opportunities.

But, it will take serious wealth and influence to harness or even access them fully.


Well, we are all correct anyway.

Happy weekend!
Being outside the country gives you the opportunity to reflect and stratigize. You have a higher chance of being successful. To be successful in any business enviroment, you need to understand the business enviroment/market and have a comparative advantage. It's one of the reasons while I also failed in my businesses.

For wealth and influence that's a misconception and a mental inhibition that prevents many from going into the business space. The success of any business is not dependent on the startup capital. One of the major issue is that many Nigerians are not interested in consulting professional services. The believe is that one can always wiggle their way through the business landscape.

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