₦airaland Forum

evilapc:
That's their singular plan, they do it on NL daily... they are diabolically demonic... they can claim yorubas to spite igbos, and claim igbos to spite yorubas... they claim ND to spite even the ND, but I know all of them are core Northerners working for a purpose. ..their work is to cause rifs among southerners..

true talk, because most Yoruba folks I know mind thier business..

Okay

Nice one, very industrious dude. God bless Nigeria

I think I misspelt his moniker, it's Funkyibodude

Just curious Haven't seen him for a while.

Fact is I don't think gov okorocha consults widely before embarking on any project. I've been to owerri twice this month and I can tell you that city is at the mercy of the Almighty. A place called world bank in owerri is something else, I don't think it is even in the map anymore, no roads, demolition exercise everywhere, that city looks like a war zone, almost every beautification structure constructed by the previous administrations have been destroyed. It is terrible, gov rochas is overhyped here by his supporters. I don't think that governor is as good as how people portray him to be. But all the same it is left for imolites to decide, I don't reside there, just came for a brief visit and left.

Beremx:
No drainage, low standard tunnel.

So large vehicles cannot pass the tunnel?

Rochas should visit independence in Lagos and see what a tunnel look like.

wow even you

Be honest

sukkot:
life is cheap if you are on the wrong path but very expensive if you are on the right path. stella oduah is on the wrong path

and what's that supposed to mean Are you God to judge her

AfroKnight:
I just don't understand the misguided hatred.

The same hatred they showed to Dora Akunyili when she ran for Senate under APGA. The APGA-controlled state gave overwhelming votes to the ACN candidate Ngige just because Dora's reforms destroyed shady businesses; businesses that sold fake drugs that could harm children and pregnant women. They'd rather make peace with Tinubu than let Dora smell a senatorial seat.

my dear, Ngige won that elections because he was more popular than Dora akunyili. At least my mum is from Agulu

I admire her courage, but what I never liked about her was associating with politicians and propagandist during Gej regime. Her campaign was more like a blackmail to the Jonathan's administration. Anyway I hope she would be rewarded by those she helped, otherwise this is a big slap on her face

PatrickOkunima:
I'm posting this again for the benefit of those who didn't see it the first time.

“There are no jobs out there! It’s as simple as that” Only God knows how many times I have heard people make that remark. As a matter of fact, it’s gradually becoming a normal opening remark for encouraging undergraduates to venture into other things rather than searching for a white collar job.

As much as I support the idea of being an entrepreneur, starting your own business and being your own boss, I see no reason why an individual would invest over a decade of his life in being educated and not get to use the certificate for some years before venturing into other things, if need be.

In all sincerity, the ratio of available jobs compared to qualified applicants is very low, which means, to be gainfully employed in this part of the world, you must not just stand out, you must also know how to play your card rightly.

This post will explore the basic grounds that must be covered from your undergraduate days, during and after NYSC (National Youth Service Corp) program.

AS AN UNDERGRADUATE:

In my conversation with some set of students in Nigerian universities, I discovered that most of them don’t actually have the end in mind before commencing their degree program. They just want to be identified as an undergraduate, leave their parent’s house and enjoy the freedom that come along with it.

As an undergraduate, it’s never too early to starting thinking about what the future holds for you, such thinking will not only gear you up in preparing for what the field has to offer, it will also connect you with like-minded people. Below are the basic things your preparation must cover as an undergraduate aspiring to get his/her dream job after graduation.

1. Make Good Grades: The importance of graduating with good grades cannot be overemphasized. In Nigeria, it’s very important that you graduate with a minimum of second class lower division. But the central idea of getting your dream job is to stand out, this means; you should go beyond the fold and not settle for the national average grade. While in school, do your best to make at least second class upper division.

There is a popular saying that “Your destiny does not revolve around your grade” the truth is this; your grade as undergraduate degree is a co-determinant of your future job. Don’t be fooled by ridiculous examples of how Bill Gate dropped out of school, how Mark Zuckerberg left school mid-way into his degree in Harvard. In this part of the world, it’s a different ball game!

Your good grade will at least get you invites for interviews.

2. Learn How To Interact: Being sociable is one of the main reasons for going to school. The ability to interact with strangers and acquaintance in like manner is of great importance. Before you graduate, make it a point of duty to build up your self confidence, learn how to approach people and initiate a conversation, learn how to get people to listen to you, learn how to address a large crowd.

It’s a skill you would eventually tap into for the rest of your life.

3. Research about Your Field: Most undergraduates in Nigeria don’t even know that the course they’re studying existed, until they were admitted to study it. Rejecting the admission offer is not an option because it’s very stressful to get admitted in Nigeria, as a result of this, they accepted the offer and do what needs to be done.

The problem is that, they remain uninformed about the field, which leads to series of problem after graduation, issues such as role conflict and inferiority complex sets in, mainly because they know little or nothing about the course they studied as an undergraduate.

It’s very important to conduct an extensive research about your field of study before accepting the admission offer, conduct research on what the future holds for the field.

For example, years ago, Law used to be a very lucrative field, but now it’s not as lucrative as it used to be. I know of lawyers that can barely fuel their cars. It’s as bad as that. Even if you graduate with an excellent grade and your choice of course holds not prospect, getting your dream job might be a little bit difficult.

DURING NYSC:

The NYSC year is not entirely for fun as most people term it to be, it’s a year for meeting new people, exploring other people’s culture, gaining more knowledge and expanding your horizon. During your NYSC year, there are some things you can do which will greatly increase your chance of landing your dream job.

1. Make Good Friends: During the service year, you get to meet hundreds of people you’ve never met before. It’s a great opportunity of making new friends, creating lasting connection with people that matters. Try as much as possible to create a strong connection base for yourself, amidst fellow corp. members and in your place of primary assignment, make yourself known, engage in various activities.

When you’re done with your NYSC program, don’t burn bridges; keep your connection with friends active through various means. Often, good jobs are gotten based on referrals from existing connection.

2. Professional Certificates: During NYSC program, try as much as possible to get additional certificates to compliment your first degree. Most of the professional programs are offered at a relatively cheap price for corp. members. Look into programs that fit your career goals and get certified. Engineers and Biomedical science graduate can look into HSE (Health, Safety and Environment) program; Social science graduates can take professional exams in the management sector.

The idea is to conduct an extensive research into available programs that would give you an edge ahead of others.

3. Volunteer: In Nigeria, when it comes to job hunting, your level of experience also counts. Getting a job that requires some level of experience is synonymous to the chicken and egg issue. Fresh graduates would traditionally have no working experience in their field of study, making it difficult to secure the perfect job.

This is where the importance of volunteering comes in. In the end, your employers are looking out for your experience; they’re not interested in how much you were paid when gathering the experience. Search for corporations, groups and organization that are willing to take up volunteers or trainees during your NYSC program, get your foot into the right door, and before you know it, you’re already dining with the big boys.

AFTER NYSC:

The first six months after the NYSC passing out parade is probably the toughest period for fresh graduates, mainly because the unemployed ones will have no source of income, the regular feeding allowance from the government is over, stipends from parent is also over, and the little savings during the NYSC program would probably be spent on job hunting.The following are basic things that should be done during the waiting period after NYSC:

1. Tell your connections about your job search.
2. Make new connections.
3. Don’t wait while searching for the right job! Volunteer in related field, try as much as possible to be productive and add value to yourself
4. Be flexible

In conclusion, it’s never too late to start aligning yourself towards your dream job, even if you graduated with a poor grade, you can still add value to yourself by being certified in your field or enrolling for a graduate degree program.

Source: https://patrickokunima.com/2016/06/23/how-to-get-your-dream-job-in-nigeria-10-powerful-tips/

at op, I think this diagram sums up what you are saying

NigerDeltan:
HARD ANALYSIS:

Divide your SALARY by 30 days and see what you get (i.e. the number of days in a month and see the funny thing about your salary plan).
For example,

(1) An average level-12 worker in the state government civil service earns NGN 60,000.
**** And this translates to NGN 60,000÷30= NGN 2,000 every day. This is LESS THAN the amount made daily by an AVERAGE HAWKER in the city.

(2) A freshly EMPLOYED GRADUATE BANKER in most NIGERIAN BANKS earns an average of NGN120,000 monthly.
***So everyday, you get NGN120,000÷30= NGN4,000 as the daily value for your work-life. By implication, this is LESS THAN the amount earned DAILY by an AVERAGE DRIVER in d city and in some villages.....

(3) If you are a FRESH GRADUATE EMPLOYEE in some oil companies, you earn an average of NGN300,000 monthly. So in a day your WORK-VALUE is NGN300,000 ÷ 30= NGN10,000
**** This is LESS THAN the daily amount earned by an IRRIGATION FARMER supplying vegetables to Lagos MARKETS, a TIPPER CAR DRIVER supplying sand for three BLOCK INDUSTRIES and CONSTRUCTION SITES just 3 times a day and DRIVERS of DANGOTE TRUCKS who have bought off the trucks at scrap value and are using them to convey products between villages and the cities for just five business owners.
--------->>>HOPE BY NOW, IT IS SINKING IN, RIGHT?
And when there is an ISSUE in the FAMILY that requires FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE, the DRIVERS, HAWKERS and the rest are looking up to you with a WHITE COLLAR JOB.

(4) If you are an NYSC MEMBER, you DON'T need to be told that:
*****NGN19,800÷30 = NGN 660 is your worth on a daily basis.

I hope you know that PURE WATER SELLERS who own a shop, a pepper soup joint and a small TOYOTA COROLLA car to distribute pure water to five restaurants earn MORE THAN you & WHEEL-BARROW PUSHERS working on contract for three warehouses probably make MORE MONEY than you EACH DAY

............

We shouldn't end at satisfactions from these earnings. We should be more proactive, create room for more income and strive to diversify our streams of income.

The earlier you wake up and smell the coffee, the better for you......

I know of someone right now who will say this is too ideal to be true but take your time and do this analysis over and over again, and you will grasp the crux!!!

STOP waiting for the Government to feed you, feed yourself and help the Government feed others. That is where we are in this age.

DO have an Entrepreneurial week ahead

lol, I love that spirit, you must be a real igbo man..

MASSOB should keep quiet , let Mbaka continue to dine in politics , it's his choice

funkyibodude:
sorry for sounding harsh, I just don't want you bothering up your emotions over nothing, you just need to get outta town, anywhere far from him. Mix with friends and family, relate more often with your peer groups, you'd see you'll be over him( not completely). But at least no more heart aches

it's ok dearie

funkyibodude:
I get the picture here, you are a stubborn person. . Anyway the guy is tired of your bullshit. You look like a very clingy person, and you don't know how to present issues to your guy, rather you try to create a scene, (a stewpid character most ladies are guilty of). I read where you said that you pushed your Bf to the wall, and what did you except to happen? Of course he'll beat the crap outta you. Don't play a victim and come here crying about it. Fact is most of us have better things to worry about, thank goodness your man said it, his job, finances and his family members.. My advice, get yourself busy with other things, I saw where you said you are awaiting NYSC, good for you, find a part time job or something to keep you busy and your mind occupied. If you guys are meant to be he'll come back for you. Well I pray it's not too late for him by then but again what is worth doing is worth doing. Remember love should be reciprocal, don't beg to be loved You only end up been tolerated and that is not love. Thank me later. Cheers. I hope my advice didn't come too late, cos I can see your post is more than two months old.

thanks for the advice, but you shouldn't have sounded harsh and rude I'm not clingy neither am i demanding, I get all the help I need from my parents both financial and emotional support. My bae always looks out for me, he won my heart and that's why I'm so much in love with him. You are not a lady, so you won't understand. And as for the aspect of assaulting me, I said that I intentionally wanted to provoke him, cause he'd was driving me crazy.

schumastic:
sorry to say but he was with another lady for those four days, that's why he didn't call you..if you put two and two together am sure you will accept reality that he is seeing someone else.

once a guy hits his lady it is always hard to stop, if need arise again he will hit you again.it will take self control and God's grace for him not to hit you again.

is had to let go especially if the person is your first love, am saying this from experience. we have this burning feeling that you can't find someone like him or who you will love that much and the truth is this, is a 50-50 chance you might see someone better or not better than him.

what really matters my dear is your happiness. if your relationship is not healthy or not giving you that happiness you once felt, then my dear is time to walk out.

you have lost your worth in his life that's why you are receiving all this treatment because he is giving it out to someone else..give yourself that worth again better giving him the distance he seeks for. make him hunger for you and am sure if you are a nice person he will realize it and come back to his senses, until then move on.

I've tried to move on, though its difficult, I still love him and hope someday we'll be together. But for now I'm giving him a bit of space. Thanks for your advice.

funkyibodude:
I thought you have a date with Fulani herdsmen, why are you masturbating over Imo state matters

. You are really funny funkdude.

Hmm, well I don't really trust this link.

Has anyone noticed that it's the same make of bus that is always involved in any of them accidents

Here's a proof

unilagfreshest:
Have read most comments my dear nd dey av Said it all, as a relationship expert, let me add a few points.its a bit dif bt worth it...
All you have to do is play d reverse physiology method.
How?
Here it is, from now on cut all form form communications between you both, (if possible change ur contacts), block him on all social media platform, avoid him like a plague, let his friend tell him u have moved on.
See how he struggles to get you back (that is if he still wants you o), then after a while when you are sure of his love nd commitment again. You can allow him back.
If all these method fails my sister mr right is on his way.

thanks

abbeyology88:
@@@SWEERYCHiCK are you still on this Guy's Issue on you Don dey move On wit your Life??

for now I'm just neutral about it.

abbeyology88:
@@@SWEERYCHiCK are you still on this Guy's Issue on you Don dey move On wit your Life??

for now I'm just neutral..

Bunker1:
he love's you... try and know your boring characters, not all men will tell you. are you stubborn? is your decision final? you insist you must finish school before he gets married to you, is he okay with that? do you love just him, without loving his mom? first love can be always jealous... do some homework on him. for him to beg you, he's still wants you. Goodluck, don't move on so fast cos 99.9% of guys will do the same, some time in the the relationship

I don't want to believe he doesn't. Because I really really love him and don't want to loose him.

byvan03:
Don't ever push this far with anyone please, I really can't put the blame on him for what you got. The problem here is that he isn't into you anymore, just move on with your dignity intact. Calling friends and asking them to speak on your behalf is childish, learn to have some sense of pride . He doesn't want you to stay, leaving is better than forcing it. Don't be too needy and pathetic, so your heart doesn't get too battered before you eventually meet the Mr right.

thanks

Kemicares:
There's no second thought on this, for him to have slapped you is enough reason to leave him, there are one million guys who would love you better and treat you right, there's no such thing as "you might not find a guy who would love better" you deserve to be respected and treated like a queen. Concentrate on your studies thats your priority for now. #its simply commonsense

, thanks I'm already done with studies, awaiting for Nysc.

Baddo101:
Babe. U ve realy suffered serious heartbreak biko I ve sent u a P.M. reply me back and lets start from dia.....

thanks i appreciate ..but its not necessary.

lilyqueen:
It's better you move on. This guy is never gonna change.
Jesus is beside you knocking on the door.
Open the door and let him into your heart.

HE WON'T DISAPPOINT YOU

thanks I appreciate your advice

LePrezident:
Lady I'll tell you this just once. Leave him and don't go back. He'll learn his lessons and become a better person. Don't go back even if he promises to turn a better leaf. See if you don't do it now, it'll (not Might. It'll be) too late.

thanks

Well he has stopped excessive leakages of public funds. I think that's a big plus for him. I believe if Nigerians are patient with him, things will definitely turn around for good.