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Which way Nigeria? Nigerians need to be Citizens of Nigeria.

Reloadedisraelp:
the federal high court and the appeal court have already settle this issue.... nullify the convention equally nullify every single decision taken there ... Dunno where this useless notice is coming from..

It’s party internal affairs. Why would a court have a right to nullify it? We can take nonsense in this country oh

Mrexcell:
Is inec the ones that are supposed to be investigating themselves or a neutral body?

Help me ask them oh

NewHe:
Why should he be removed? Has he committed, any crime? All what's flying about is nothing but campaign of calumny!

He needs to resign asap. He’s clearly impartial in this political space. He’s clearly partisan and so far he’s been showing serious deference to whatever rulings or actions that will benefit the current administration and APC and Wikes PDP

Gehn ghen. Do Nigerians expect non Nigerians to come fight for a better Nigeria for them? Even Americans literally fought for a better country back in the day. Nigerians should fight against corruption and bribery and electoral fraud. No one else would do it for us. Trump won’t come do it for us…Nigerians need to be better citizens.

Go and educate yourself some more on this. The first thing he did was make sure rule of law is strong and he did that relatively overnight. The rule of law is what’s being bastardized here in Nigeria.

WizardOfNG:
Singapore did not "change overnight". They became a developed nation over 3 decades of enduring with reforms that created difficulties for Singaporeans for a considerable period of time .

If you get that fundamental timeline wrong, it is obvious you are an unobjective and prejudiced critic of Tinubu.

Claiming Singapore "changed almost overnight", when we all know three decades is not "almost overnight" shows you are a biased critic of Tinubu

You clearly deny Tinubu, in power for 3 years, the considerable period of time Singaporeans made personal sacrifices to grant Lee Kuan Yew because they understood the need to give reforms time to achieve their objectives.

Contrast the mindset of Singaporeans with that of Nigerians, like you, not politically sophisticated enough to understand the concept of given reformational change the time and support such need to succeed to the glory of all

Lee Kuan Yew was Prime Minister for 31 years (1959 to 1990) of a nation and people with fairly good homogeneity of ideas and vision.

Tinubu, maximum, is an 8 year President of a nation with zero homogeneity of ideas and vision because the people and region of Nigeria are polar opposites who do not deserve to be conjoined as the amalgamation of Nigeria created.

Yet you expect him to turn Nigeria into Singapore over three years and knowing the terrible damage others before Tinubu had caused. I don't view you as sincere, well-meaning or fair at all.

Okay what is worth commending?

Lithiumite:
Why should anyone,not a hater support obidients? When obi does anything commendable,we on this side acknowledges but nothing is worth acknowledging under tinubu according to obidients....what manner of despicable politics is that.

I think they are calling out bad governance. Patriotism/being a citizen is the right word for it.

Lithiumite:
If 8 out of 10 on SM are obidients,then I guess it's safe to say......no one is saying don't criticize but do so logically and fairly not throw lies all about.

Yeah that’s true. I wonder why?

DeepSight:
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But one hardly sees attacks on Atiku. Almost every knee jerk response is an attack on Obi even when he is not relevant.

This is by faaar the worst government in my lifetime and most likely the worst ever in terms of making things unaffordable for Nigerians in Nigeria.

RISQUE:
We understand you are doing this because of money but may God help you. You see this country? It must move forward and people like you will live to see Nigeria become great again. We have never had it this bad.

Singapore was arguably worse than Nogeria more than 60 years ago and they changed almost overnight because of one man named Lee Kuan Yew. He overly strengthened the rule of law. From all I’m hearing…Tinubu is doing the exact opposite of strengthening the democratic institution and the rule of law. So why are you supporting him again?

WizardOfNG:
Rubbish as usual presented as general consensus.

How about the many, Nigerians , who are well-read and exposed enough to understand how developed nation got where they are today?

People in that category passionately believe Tinubu is doing exactly what developed nation did, including the unspoken appeal for Nigerians to sacrifice for a much better future as they have never had, so that Nigeria too becomes like Finland, Sweden, Canada, Singapore etal.

You think everyone is against Tinubu because Nigeria has a disproportionate amount of people who are uneducated and lack critical knowledge.

You will be shocked to see the error of your ways and thinking February next year as I have warned you already to expect.

That’s why I really think there probably is a troll farm somewhere that they use to coordinate messaging and flood nairaland with attacks on Obi or Atiku or anyone that seeks to fight for the regular guy on the street other than Tinubu

DeepSight:
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Can I ask a sincere question. When people criticise the govt why do you guys immediately attack Obi. Why not Atiku. After all Atiku came second in the last election. So is he not the bigger opponent?

That’s my question. Everybody eye dey red for Nigeria now. To fill up tank for Camry na like 90k now. Minimum wage is 70k. Food is very expensive. Road sef police dey try collect money. Road safety the same thing. Road sef no dey too good to drive the car. Insecurity yapa. Wetin Dey work? Say fuel queue no dey make we celebrate am as progress? Light no too dey. So basically food, road, security is very poor in Nigeria at the moment.

It’s clear as day to anybody but there are still people online defending this government

Elusive001:
Abuja far bros.
Here on Nairaland, how many of them are lving above average? How many of dem and their relatives are free from the suffering?

But why would tribalism force anyone to swallow a razor blade. We are all Nigerians and are suffering this together.

Ever8090:
Some na tribalism dey push them support who dey show them shegye-banza pro max oooo

Its been almost 90 days. Can someone make a video or picture of the said road? I want to check something.

swaggerific:
Make persin accept this offer naw. Full video this week to earn 5k. Do another video after 90 days and get another 5k. All posted here for us all to see and judge.

Wetin Obidients do you? They spite the govt that made fuel price jump from 200 naira to now 1300 naira in less than 3 years? Almost every price of anything has significantly increased since 2023 when Tinubu came to power. Why wouldnt any rational Nigerian dislike that enough to complain about it to anyone who can hear them? If thats called being Obident then maybe we Nigerians need to take our Citizenship more seriously. I think thats called being a Citizen.

Lithiumite:
The group known for propaganda are the obidients, go check every anti govt thread,they come out in droves to delusionally spite the govt but let any positive news come out about Nigeria, they go silent like deaf hermits and when they decide to comment,they want to rain on your parade,what kind of people... as patriotic nigerians we will never allow those who dont see any hope in the country rest .

I understand its their choosing but realistically how can any non government person support this government?

dollytino4real:
No dem dey moon walking, it is their choosing

In my day-to-day life, I haven’t met even one person outside government circles who supports what’s going on. Yet online, especially here, they’re everywhere.

Are these views actually representative, or is there coordinated messaging pushing a particular narrative? Is there a troll farm somewhere for these people to strategize on their messaging?

Genuine question — because the disconnect between real life and online sentiment is hard to ignore.

All these people online defending this government, do they live in this same Nigeria? I would like to meet one of them because I have not met one single Nigerian in my daily life that is not in government and supports this government.

Suddenly they are everywhere on Nairaland. Is there a troll farm for these people to collectively push a particular narrative?

Nigeria is too hard right now. Prices are up, people are struggling, and complaining online won’t fix it.

All these people online defending this government, do they live in this same Nigeria? It cost 92K to fill up petrol yesterday. Cost of everything is up.

We need consistent, lawful civic pressure:

Real change comes from pressure + participation, not just outrage.

muyico:
US cant defeat iran
china and russian will soon join the war

Lmao let them try naw. All of them go collect

Make persin accept this offer naw. Full video this week to earn 5k. Do another video after 90 days and get another 5k. All posted here for us all to see and judge.

swaggerific:
I wish I could pay someone 5k naira to go do a video of the full stretch of road after 90 days. OUK and Ikpeazu and TA Orji were notorious for building roads that don’t last very long.

I wish I could pay someone 5k naira to go do a video of the full stretch of road after 90 days. OUK and Ikpeazu and TA Orji were notorious for building roads that don’t last very long.

Hello everyone, given the whole accountability discussion we've been having regarding Abia State expenditure and who got what, I decided to compile the official budget history of the state from the start of the 4th Republic in 1999 up to the 2025. Might be fair to ask where some of the money went oh because me I'm not understanding.

Public finance data can be hard to find in one place, so I’ve put this together using official records from the CBN Statistical Bulletins, BudgIT, and the Abia State Appropriation Laws amongst other sources. The goal is to look at how each governor spent state money, the shift from salaries to infrastructure, and the massive impact of the exchange rate on our state's purchasing power.

The Data: Abia State Budget Timeline (1999–2025)

Key Observations:

The Dollar Reality: In 2013, the state had its highest purchasing power ever ($872 Million). Even though the 2025 budget is N750 Billion, it’s only worth about $484 Million because of the exchange rate. Looks like TA Orji is the "Dollar King!"

Infrastructure Shift: For 20 years, the state spent roughly 60% on running the government. Since 2024, that has flipped. We are now spending over 80% on Capital Projects.

Governance Trends: Notice how the budget contracted during COVID-19 (2020) and exploded in 2024.

Call for Correction & Discussion: Finding exact historical state budget numbers can be difficult. If you have access to official documents or signed Appropriation Laws that show different figures, please feel free to post them and I will update the table. Let’s keep it factual and focused on the data!

Xpol:
How did you come to this conclusion " you went straight to blasting him online without even asking for your money back or trying more conflict resolutions measures"
Was that what he told you or you just imagined it?

I believe you read all what I posted.
How do you expect someone claiming I let ants ate the seeds offer to refund my money. An issue he's been stretching for over a month.

Those lies he's putting out here to defend himself,why can't you tell him to send screenshots to back it up since all our conversations are on WhatsApp.

I never spoke to him about this post and he probably has absolutely no idea that I am making this comment. He didn't tell me to write anything at all. Well I could be wrong but it seems to me like you could have easily found another solution if none of the other solutions you guys talked about worked. There is always a solution to a problem. War or public slander can be used as a threat...to get what you want. You can still resolve it now and just delete the thread.

This is my last comment on this sha. My view is that this thread should absolutely be removed. ASAP

In my view, this thread is so wrong in many different ways. If he did this to someone else, they would have corroborated your story. But no one has done so. He has always been upstanding when dealing with me. Calling him that name and then putting it online is a bit of a stretch.

You went straight to blasting him online without even asking for your money back or trying more conflict resolutions measures. Went straight for the jugular.

Chairman I go reach out to you today.

iykbethany:
As an entrepreneur, I’ve always looked for ways to invest in the agricultural sector because agriculture offers more than just business opportunities. It's a way to create jobs, generate wealth, and contribute to food security. 

I ventured into agriculture many years ago to create jobs, create wealth and food security so iykbethany farms is a project that is very important to me, but the journey hasn't been easy at all. There have been trials and errors along the way and I have been documenting everything so others can learn from the process, my mistakes and struggles.

I already have other farms for banana, plantains, oil palm and pineapples but one other venture that really caught my eye was greenhouse farming due to its immense potential to improve crop yields and maximize the use of limited land.

 Here is a link to my journey with Malaysian Supergene Oil Palm Seedlings: https://www.nairaland.com/8190065/sowing-future-journey-1000-malaysian#131594024

The Decision to Venture into Greenhouse Farming
The idea to invest in greenhouse farming came from my observation of Nigeria's agricultural sector.
Agriculture remains a critical part of our economy, yet many farmers still rely on traditional open-field farming, which is vulnerable to weather fluctuations, pest infestations, and inconsistent crop yields. With greenhouse farming, I saw an opportunity to leverage controlled environments to optimize crop growth, especially for high-value crops like habanero peppers.

Initial Setup and Consultation
The first year I ventured into agriculture, I went into Plantain and cassava farming without consulting any professional so the project failed woefully. So these days I do a lot of research and I consult widely. Since greenhouse farming was a new venture for me, I knew that consulting an expert was critical to ensuring the project's success. So I turned to a greenhouse expert I met on Nairaland. After several discussions, I hired him to oversee the construction of the greenhouses and other necessary infrastructure on the farm.

The project plan included:
Setting up two greenhouses: One dedicated to habanero peppers (Habanero F1) and the other for bell peppers (Hercules F1 red and Abbey F1 yellow).

Constructing a water tank stand: This would support two large water tanks that were crucial for the irrigation system.
However, it wasn’t long before we encountered a significant setback.

Unfortunately, the tank stand collapsed on the very day we filled the tanks with water. It turned out that the contractor used inferior materials, specifically low-quality metal, for the structure. As a result, the tank stand could not support the weight of the filled tanks, leading to its collapse.

Damage and Financial Losses
When the tank stand collapsed, the two water tanks were severely damaged, leaving them unusable. This resulted in unexpected financial losses, as I had to buy two new water tanks.

Moreover, the entire tank stand had to be reconstructed from scratch but this time I used manual labour and I decided to use blocks and cement. 

The total damage and reconstruction costs included:
The cost of buying two new water tanks.
The expense of reconstructing the tank stand with stronger, more reliable materials—this time, I opted for a tank stand made from concrete blocks and cement instead of metal.

Lessons Learned from the Setback
While the setback with the water tank stand was a major hurdle, it also taught me several valuable lessons about managing a greenhouse farming project. As an entrepreneur, it’s essential to not only focus on the potential profits but also to be mindful of the process, quality of materials, and the people involved in the project. Also, I have found out that water tank stands made of block and cement are stronger than those made of metals. And it is cheaper as well. 

After completing the greenhouse construction, I decided to hire a farm manager/agronomist to help oversee the operations. I will never repeat the mistakes I made years ago when I planted cassava and other crops without proper supervision. So I found someone from UNIPORT who had the knowledge and skills I was looking for. Since he’s still a student at Uniport, he requested free furnished accommodation on the farm, along with cooking utensils, to make it convenient for him to manage the farm while continuing his studies.  

This is a pilot project so I am still learning and documenting the whole process. 

Phase 1: Seed Germination and Nursery
- Raised 1,000 seeds each of red and yellow bell peppers and habanero peppers- Germination occurred after 7 days- Nursery duration: 28 days before transplanting

Phase 2: Farm Preparation
- Cleared the farm
- Created ridges
- Installed irrigation system
- Opened holes for planting
- Applied manure and NPK 15.15.15 fertilizers

Phase 3: Transplanting and Greenhouse Setup
- Transplanted seedlings into two greenhouses:   
- Habanero F1   
- Bell Pepper (Hercules F1 red and Abbey F1 yellow)
- Set up:   
- Binding wire (upper and lower lines)   
- Staking rope

Feeding Pattern
- Week 1: Plain water
- Week 2: Nitrogen application
- Week 3: Calcium nitrate application
- Week 4: Potassium nitrate application

Conclusion
Greenhouses are a valuable tool for improving agricultural productivity in Nigeria, especially for crops like habanero peppers and bell peppers. By providing a controlled environment, greenhouses help farmers overcome the challenges of traditional farming, such as unpredictable weather and pests. The structured approach to farming, from seed germination to transplanting and feeding, ensures high yields and quality produce.

Most Nigerians do not know that the reason foodstuffs are expensive is because of insecurity in the North. Northern Nigeria is our food basket but sadly bandits and terrorists are attacking farmers on a daily basis. In some Northern states, farmers cannot access their farms without paying hefty ramson to bandits and there is no guarantee you will come back alive even after paying the ransom.
If the government can tackle insecurity, food prices will drop dramatically.

Please follow us on Facebook, Pinterest, TikTok and Instagram, our handle is @iykbethanyfarms on all social networks.

#iykbethanyfarms

Are you serious? Omo na one chance we don enter oh. Judiciary people go start to dey flex like politicians soon. Soon they won't even be hiding their loots.

MEEVEET:
The person who lead that judgement is now CJN

Judiciary unfortunately is part of the institutions that is keeping Nigeria the way it is. I tire for Nigeria oh.

The current people ruling us won't stop until something breaks. This fuel price increase dey show everybody shege but we no wan protest because of what? We need to do something at some point. This Rivers state nonsense is another example of Judiciary just creating confusion.

https://www.vanguardngr.com/2024/10/jonathan-knocks-judiciary-over-verdicts-on-political-cases/

- Former President Goodluck Jonathan criticized recent judicial rulings, particularly on political cases, during Prof. Mike Ozekhome’s birthday event in Abuja.
- He condemned a Supreme Court ruling allowing a ward chairman to suspend a party's national chairman, comparing it to turning democracy "upside down."
- Jonathan expressed concern that such judgments could destabilize Nigeria's democracy.
- He called for a review of the ruling, which he said violated principles of natural justice.
- Jonathan cited political instability in parties like PDP and APC as a consequence of the ruling.
- He questioned how a lower-level official could discipline a principal leader, an unprecedented practice in other democracies.
- The ex-President urged the Supreme Court to revisit the controversial judgment for the sake of stability.
- Jonathan was invited to co-chair the event alongside former President Olusegun Obasanjo.
- Obasanjo praised Ozekhome for his integrity and role as a radical advocate for positive change.
- Though Obasanjo did not directly address Jonathan’s judicial concerns, he hinted at having more to say on the matter in the future.

bemeruca:
is California a country?

Not sure what your point is but California is a huge state and the AG is a statewide position that requires campaigning and winning an election.

bemeruca:
elected by who?
she is there because of DEI. She was not elected ask Newsome

Elected by the people of California. Google is free. Use it to know how AGs and DAs are confirmed in California. DEI how?