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Education › See Nigerian Children Who Are Mathematically Brilliant By Tribe by TruthHurts1(op): 12:04pm On May 20
🇳🇬FOUNDATIONAL NUMERACY SKILLS BY ETHNICITY AMONG CHILDREN NIGERIA (2023)
Age range 7–14

Ethnicity — percentage rate
1 Igbo — 53%
2 Edo — 51%
3 Yoruba — 49%
4 Ibibio — 43%
5 Ijaw — 28%
6 Tiv — 15%
7 Hausa — 11%
8 Kanuri — 8%
9 Fulani — 5%
10 Other Ethnicity — 21%

https://x.com/i/status/2056781933577691615

Mynd44 Lalasticlala Nlfpmod

NB: Foundational learning skills in the MICS module (numeracy) refer to expected learning outcomes in basic mathematics for Grades 2 and 3. These skills are assessed among children aged 7 to 14 years.

#Statisense
(UNICEF 2023 )
Health › Re: WHO: Nigerian Men Are Nearly 6 Times More Likely Than Women To Commit Suicide by TruthHurts1(m): 3:19pm On Apr 16
* Completed Suicides: Research indicates that roughly 77% to 80% of completed suicides in Nigeria are committed by men.

* Suicidal Behavior: While men complete suicide more often, women are frequently found to have higher rates of suicidal ideation and non-fatal attempts in certain demographics, such as students.

* Northern Regional Prevalence: Recent meta-analyses found that suicidal behaviors are more prevalent in northern regions compared to some southern areas. Specifically, the North Central region has recorded a higher media-reported suicide rate (0.22 per 100,000) than the North West (0.07) or North East (0.04).

## Methods by Gender

The choice of method varies significantly between genders in Nigeria:

* Men: Predominantly use high-lethality methods, most commonly hanging.

* Women: More likely to use poisoning (such as pesticides like Sniper or rat poison) or drug overdoses. However, recent trends suggest an increase in the use of more lethal methods among women.

## Key Risk Factors
Gender-specific pressures often drive these rates:

* Financial Strain: For men, the pressure of being the sole breadwinner amidst economic hardship is a major driver of depression and suicide.

* Social Stigma: Cultural and religious expectations for men to remain "emotionally stoic" often prevent them from seeking mental health support.

* Interpersonal Issues: For women, relationship difficulties and marital discord are frequently reported as motivating factors in suicidal behavior. [1, 2, 3, 10]

## Reporting Challenges
Official data likely underrepresents the true scope of the crisis due to the criminalization of suicide in Nigeria and the heavy social stigma that leads families to report suicides as accidents.
Business › Re: FG Collects 52 Kobo From Every ₦1 I Make From Selling Cement - Dangote (Video) by TruthHurts1(m): 10:43am On Apr 16
I'm pretty certain he was talking about profits.

In the video, he explicitly said: " For every 1 Naira we turn around"

That can only be a reference to profit.

Unless of course you're calling him a liar

CodeTemplar:
Is tax based on final cost or on profit? No way govt will make 6k+ from 11k cement.
Crime › Re: NDLEA Arrests Pastor & Wife, Several Others, For Drug Trafficking by TruthHurts1(m): 9:48am On Apr 06
Hmmm...🤔 E be like say, this drug business has now become national cake. See as everybody dey participate from North, South, East and West

b]Afolabi Hodonu, 45, and his wife, Success Hodonu, 35,

Idris Olayiwola Amoo and Akinlami Akinsoji Adedoyin

Ezemuwo Joel, who operates under a fake identity as Ajayi

52-year-old King Arinze

28-year-old Aisha Adamu

Abdulaziz Ismail Korede

Idris Adamu

60-year-old Idiatu Oladejo

66-year-old Aminu Usman Gembu

Roland Owie, 37,

40-year-old Ayantola Omodunmomi (a.k.a. Iya Elle) who uses her 11-year-old daughter Anjola to distribute drugs
Foreign Affairs › Re: Meet Hamideh Soleimani Afsha Who Will Be Deported By The US by TruthHurts1(m): 12:13am On Apr 05
Ki ki ki😂😂😂 Apparently she has deleted her IG account.

Imagine throwing stones while living in a glass house. If she had kept quiet and maintained a low profile, she would still be allowed to remain in America.

They always want to stay in the West. They never want to live ìn their own countries and societies. Hypocrites
Politics › Re: Nigeria's Public Debt Growth: Buhari Vs Tinubu — 2026 by TruthHurts1(m): 8:45am On Mar 27
Buhari was paying trillions annually to subsidise fuel prices, yet Nigeria’s debt profile was 3 times lower under him.

Meanwhile Tinubu in his first two years in office has almost amassed the same amount of debt that Buhari accumulated after 8 years in office despite Tinubu not having to pay fuel subsidy.

I'm beginning to think we were unfair to Buhari
Culture › Re: Studies Show Igbos & Yorubas More Genetically Related Than Other Ethnic Groups by TruthHurts1(m): 9:11am On Mar 25
This isn't politics or propaganda.

This is from DNA data analysis.

Mynd44 Lalasticlala Nlfpmod please move this to the front page so more people can be enlightened by it.
Politics › Re: FG Awards N22bn Contract To Notorious Fraudster Nasiru Danu by TruthHurts1(m): 7:51am On Mar 23
The message matters more than the messenger and everything here is true

helinues:
Source : gazette

They have their audience targets as usual
Health › UK Sacks Nigerian Health Care Worker Who Lacked Basic Knowledge About Human Body by TruthHurts1(op): 11:44am On Mar 20
Dietician who bluffed her way into senior NHS job is struck off after colleagues discovered she didn't know where the intestines were, what a gallbladder did or how to calculate BMI

A dietician who bluffed her way into a senior NHS job by exaggerating her experience has been struck off after colleagues found she did not know 'basic anatomy' and could have put patients at risk.

Ifenyinwa Chizube Ndulue-Nonso was hired as a dietician at Manchester Royal Infirmary in 2024.

Having moved from Nigeria, she claimed to have experience working with a range of different health problems and nutrition-related diseases as well as working with people with eating disorders and cancer.

However within days of beginning her role, colleagues quickly discovered worrying gaps in her knowledge and inconsistencies with her application.

They found she could barely answer questions about dietetics, struggled to calculate BMI and had only a 'basic understanding of human anatomy'- even mixing up the small and large intestine.

Mrs Ndulue-Nonso also could not identify a feeding tube, explain what coeliac disease was and believed radiology was used to treat heart failure.

Concerned by her lack of knowledge, the Trust launched an investigation and suspended her within weeks, fearing she was unsafe to practice.

At a disciplinary hearing, the Trust found her guilty of gross misconduct. She was sacked and her appeal failed.

A dietician who bluffed her way into a senior NHS job by exaggerating her experience has been struck off after colleagues found she did not know 'basic anatomy' and could have put patients at risk

A Health and Care Professions Tribunal Service (HCPTS) hearing found that she deliberately lied on her application form and during her interview, and was not qualified for her role.

Mrs Ndulue-Nonso 'minimised' concerns raised, admitting she had overstated her knowledge and experience 'a bit', putting it down to cultural differences.

But the panel found her dishonesty was premeditated and deliberate, putting patients at risk by misrepresenting her knowledge and experience to 'benefit her personally'.

They said she had 'much to gain personally from securing employment in the UK, including the right to reside here with her family'.

The only reason no one was harmed was because of the precautions taken by her supervisors, who did not allow her to be patient-facing, the panel said.

The panel was told that Mrs Ndulue-Nonso applied for a Band 6 Rotational Dietitian role at the trust in August or September 2023. She was the only person interviewed for the role.

In her interview, she was assessed as having suitable skills and knowledge, scoring 28 out of 45 points.

The Trust received satisfactory references about her previous roles, and she began work on 19 February 2024, having moved from Nigeria to the UK.

Two weeks later on February 28, her line manager, Curtis Roberts, returned from annual leave and met Mrs Ndulue-Nonso.

He immediately discovered that her descriptions of her previous role were inconsistent with what she had described in her application form.

Her colleague Lorna Haywood, who was the other Band 7 dietician in the team, had already started a supervision log after becoming concerned about her lack of knowledge. [color=#990000][b]Just three days into the job, Ms Haywood has asked Mrs Ndulue-Nonso which part of the intestine comes after the stomach in the digestion
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15660581/Dietician-bluffed-way-senior-NHS-job-struck-colleagues-discovered-didnt-know-intestines-gallbladder-did-calculate-BMI.html

Celebrities › Fuel Hike: Kunle Afolayan Seeks Help Over N11m Monthly Diesel Bill by TruthHurts1(op): 12:03pm On Mar 12
Filmmaker and entrepreneur Kunle Afolayan has expressed distress over the crippling cost of diesel for powering his businesses, revealing that his operations now incur expenses of up to N11 million every four to five weeks.

Afolayan, owner of KAP Film Village and Resort, disclosed this in a video shared on his Instagram page, highlighting the unsustainable burden despite investments in solar power.

“I’ve been sad because I can’t cope with the N1,500 per litre of diesel. In one of the businesses that we run, the KAP Village, we spend about N11m in four or five weeks on diesel. And we have solar power, but we’re still spending about N11m,” he lamented.

He stated that his businesses resort to buying diesel on credit, with repayments sometimes stretching over two months.

“The diesel we’ve been buying, we’ve been buying on credit. When we make small money, we find a way to pay. Sometimes it takes two months to even pay down and then get another one on credit. But now from about N1,000 or N995 to N1,500, it’s not sustainable,” he said, adding that he now requires a loan to upgrade his solar infrastructure.

Afolayan has sought support to upgrade his solar infrastructure, amid Nigeria’s sustained fuel price spike.

“If you can come to our aid, I’ll really appreciate”, he added.

His plea comes after Dangote Petroleum Refinery recently raised its diesel price to N1,620 per litre.

https://thenationonlineng.net/fuel-hike-kunle-afolayan-seeks-help-over-n11m-monthly-diesel-bill/

Mynd44 Lalasticlala Nlfpmod
Foreign Affairs › Re: Video Showing Ex-Iranian President Ahmadinejad Alive Was Made In January 2025 by TruthHurts1(m): 10:11am On Mar 10
Of course we should believe everything that Iran's ideologically compromised media tells us

FreeStuffsNG:
He is not dead so quit the wrong
Foreign Affairs › Re: Video Showing Ex-Iranian President Ahmadinejad Alive Was Made In January 2025 by TruthHurts1(m): 9:55am On Mar 10
Does Anti Christian mean a hater of Christ and Christians?

AntiChristian:
When some people die some more people trek!
Properties › Cement Sells ₦11,500 - ₦15,000 Per Bag, Sparks Concerns In Construction Industry by TruthHurts1(op): 7:53am On Mar 09
Shockwaves across construction sector as cement sells between N11,500 and N15,000 per bag

•Cement price increases by 30%, steel 20%, sharp sand 25%

•Developers call for stakeholders’ engagement

The escalating increase in the prices of cement has sent shockwaves to operators in the housing/construction sector, leading to delays and abandonment of projects.

•Cement price increases by 30%, steel 20%, sharp sand 25%

•Developers call for stakeholders’ engagement

Depending on the location, a 50- kilogramme(kg) bag of cement, which cost N7,500 in the last quarter of 2025, is now goes for between N11,500 and N15,000 in the market.

This development is coming at a time cement manufacturers recorded a combined profit of N1.64 trillion for the 2025 financial year.

Decrying the situation, real estate developers called the government to prevail over excessive increase in the prices of cement and other critical building materials

They pointed out that cement prices rose by over 30 percent in the past quarter, while steel prices shot up 20 per cent, and sharp sand prices jumped by 25 percent, adding that wood and granite prices have also increased, albeit at a slower pace.

The hikes, they noted, were driven by global market trends, logistics challenges, and local demand, adding that they have been facing serious financial pressures.

They warned against the implications on ongoing and future housing projects.

In what they described as “a troubling increase in the prices of essential building materials” the President of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN), Oba Akintoye Adeoye and Director, Centre for Housing and Environmental Sustainability, University of Lagos, Professor Olugbega Nubi, called on the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development and other relevant government institutions to urgently engage stakeholders in the building materials value chain with the aim of stabilizing the prices of cement and other essential construction materials.

“We also appeal to cement manufacturers and other industry players to work collaboratively with government and stakeholders in order to ensure that the housing sector remains stable and capable of delivering affordable homes to Nigerians,” the duo said.

According to Oba Adeoye, escalating cement prices threatened affordable housing delivery, adding that the situation has become worrisome, considering the fact that Nigeria is already confronted with a significant housing deficit.

Out that from the available data and market observations, he said that the price of a 50kg bag of cement, which sold for about N7,500 in the last quarter of 2025, rose to between N9,000 and N10,000 at the beginning of 2026.

Unfortunately, he said the price has continued to climb and is now selling between N11,500 and N15,000 in several parts of the country.

The sharp increase within such a short period, Oba Adeoye said has placed enormous pressure on developers and investors in the housing sector.


“Cement remains one of the most critical inputs in construction, accounting for a significant proportion of the overall cost of building houses. When the price of cement rises, the entire cost structure of housing development is affected,” he said.

In addition to cement, he noted that the cost of other construction inputs, such as iron rods and sand has also increased considerably.

“The combined effect of these rising costs is that developers are now facing serious financial pressures, which are already leading to delays in project delivery, scaling down of housing developments, and in some cases the suspension or abandonment of projects.


“This situation is particularly worrisome when we consider the fact that Nigeria is already confronted with a significant housing deficit.

“Any development that further increases the cost of building houses will ultimately make homeownership even more difficult for millions of Nigerians,” REDAN president said.

Professor Nubi pointed out that building and construction sector is a vital component of Nigeria’s economy, contributing significantly to GDP growth and employment.

“Last year, it surpassed the oil sector for the first time, marking a major milestone. This growth is crucial as we navigate global uncertainties. We cannot afford to lose this momentum,” he said.

The recent surge in cement prices, he said has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s construction sector, pointing out that as a key input, cement’s price increase has far-reaching implications for construction costs, projects and stakeholders.

“But cement isn’t the only material affected, steel, wood, granite, and sharp sand have also seen significant price increases, exacerbating the challenge.,” he said.

He warned against persistent increases in the cost of building materials , saying it could create unintended consequences within the construction industry.

Nubi reeled out the impact of higher material costs to include escalated project costs, potentially leading to project delays or cancellations; deepen housing affordability crisis as cost burden is passed to consumers.

“Contractors face squeezed margins, potentially affecting quality and timelines.

The impact is evident in housing and rent brices across major cities, “ Nubi said

When costs rise beyond manageable levels, REDAN president said there is always the risk that some individuals may resort to the use of substandard materials in an attempt to cut costs, which can ultimately compromise the quality and safety of buildings.

“We felt it necessary to address the nation on a matter that is rapidly becoming a major challenge to housing delivery and infrastructure development in Nigeria — the escalating cost of cement and other critical building materials.

“Over the past few months, the real estate and construction sectors have witnessed a troubling increase in the prices of essential building materials, particularly cement. As stakeholders who are directly involved in housing development across the country, our members are increasingly concerned about the implications of this development on ongoing and future housing projects,” REDAN president said.

“At REDAN, we remain fully committed to supporting government initiatives aimed at addressing the housing deficit and expanding access to decent and affordable housing across the country. However, achieving this objective will require a stable and predictable environment, particularly in the pricing of critical building materials like cement and iron rods.

“We believe that through constructive dialogue, policy support, and cooperation among stakeholders, practical solutions can be found to address this challenge and safeguard the future of housing development in Nigeria,” the REDAN boss said
https://tribuneonlineng.com/shockwaves-across-construction-sector-as-cement-sells-between-n11500-and-n15000-per-bag/?utm_source=&utm_medium=twitter

Investment › Ameena & Zara Indimi Twins Win $43m Against Muhammadu Indimi, Their Father by TruthHurts1(op): 4:41pm On Mar 05
Nigerian oil magnate Muhammadu Indimi ordered to pay daughters $43.51 million in dividend feud

Twin sisters Ameena and Zara Indimi have won a $43.51 million court ruling against their father after a long-running fight over unpaid dividends, a decision that has now pushed one of Nigeria’s most influential business families into the spotlight.

The Africa Report reports that a Federal High Court ordered Oriental Energy to pay the full amount to the pair, marking a major setback for billionaire oil magnate Mohammed Indimi and escalating a feud that has been simmering for years behind closed doors.

The dispute began when the twins said they were shut out of a huge dividend pool reportedly worth around $435 million. They argued they jointly held 10% of the company, giving them a right to part of the payout.

But they claimed their shareholdings were cut sharply without their agreement. Court filings show they believed those changes blocked them from receiving millions linked to the firm’s earnings from its offshore operations.


A private battle becomes very public

The court victory has turned what was once an internal family argument into public news, partly because of the sums involved and partly because of the businessman at the centre of it.

His company has long been a major private player in the country’s oil sector, and the family has often tried to keep business matters out of the public eye. But the ruling has deepened interest in the story and raised wider questions about how family-run firms manage ownership and decision-making.

Reports also suggest the disagreement has spread beyond the twins. Other relatives are said to be involved in ongoing arguments about which holdings belong to whom, and whether earlier payments to family members should count as gifts or buyouts that settle dividend rights.

A rare look inside a private empire
The case has shone a light on how little is publicly known about private companies in the country, where ownership decisions are often taken quietly and financial details are rarely shared.

The exact calculation behind the $43.51 million figure and the timeline for payment has not been fully detailed. But the order shows the judge found that money was owed, giving the sisters a stronger position as the dispute enters its next stage.

An appeal or enforcement fight could run for months. But the ruling has already changed the balance inside the family and inside the company. A disagreement that began over missing dividends has now become one of the most closely watched business disputes in the country.
https://africa.businessinsider.com/local/markets/twin-sisters-win-dollar435m-court-fight-against-fathers-oil-company/tnhnk6k

Foreign Affairs › Re: US Unleashes Devastating New Weapons In Opening Salvo Of Operation Epic Fury by TruthHurts1(m): 12:09pm On Mar 02
Operation 72 virgins fury. The Ayatollah is too busy getting "serviced" and he's not complaining

Flangelo12:
Operation Epstein fury
Politics › Re: Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei Lucky, Died In Jihad, Says Gumi by TruthHurts1(m): 12:00pm On Mar 01
Na Igbaladun gidi him dey enjoy

BlackViper:
He is currently reaping the reward of passing away as a martyr. Those virgins are currently performing overtime on him

Politics › Breaking: IRGC Chief, Iran Defence Minister Killed In Israeli Strikes by TruthHurts1(op): 4:20pm On Feb 28
Dubai: The commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), General Mohammad Pakpour, and Iranian Defence Minister Amir Nasirzadeh were killed in Israeli strikes inside Iran on Saturday morning, three sources familiar with the matter told Reuters.

Israeli officials earlier assessed that Pakpour, Nasirzadeh and Iran’s intelligence chief were likely among those killed in the coordinated strikes. The full extent of casualties, however, remains unclear.

Several senior Iranian regime and military figures were reportedly targeted in the operation, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian. There has been no official confirmation regarding their status.

Why Pakpour matters

If confirmed, the killing of Pakpour would mark one of the most consequential blows to Iran’s security establishment in decades.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is not just another branch of Iran’s armed forces. Created after the 1979 Islamic Revolution to protect the clerical system, the IRGC answers directly to the Supreme Leader and operates independently of Iran’s regular army.

The IRGC is widely regarded as the backbone of the Islamic Republic, combining military, political and economic influence. In times of crisis, decision-making narrows to a small circle that includes the Supreme Leader and senior IRGC commanders.

Pakpour, as commander, would have been central to coordinating both internal security and regional military strategy — especially as Iran retaliates following joint US–Israeli strikes.

Strategic Implications

Targeting the head of the IRGC signals a shift beyond degrading military infrastructure toward directly hitting the core of Iran’s leadership structure.

If multiple senior figures were killed, it could disrupt command chains within the IRGC and the broader security apparatus. However, analysts note that the organisation is structured to maintain continuity even after leadership losses.

Iran has already begun retaliatory actions across the region, and further escalation remains possible.

The situation remains fluid, with official Iranian confirmation still pending.

https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/irgc-chief-iran-defence-minister-killed-in-israeli-strikes-report-1.500458733

Mynd44 Lalasticlala Nlfpmod
Politics › Re: Power Generation: Nigeria Vs Selected Countries by TruthHurts1(m): 8:51am On Feb 28
When Peter Obi said he went to Bangladesh to learn how they improved their textile industry & discovered that tripling their power generation was the key, which made him go to Egypt to learn how they managed to improve their electricity, APC children of confusion were laughing at him.
Christianity Etc › Re: Lent, Ramadan Begin Today by TruthHurts1(m): 10:36am On Feb 18
Christians do not worship the same god muslims worship. Just because muhamad plagiarised from the Bible doesn't mean we share the same beliefs

BAILMONEY:
Fasting is a practice commanded by God for all believers, including Jews and Christians, to purify the soul and grow spiritually. The idea that you're fasting for "Saudi Arabian's god" is a misunderstanding. In Islam, Muslims fast for Allah (God), not for any country or nation.

The fast during Ramadan is about obeying God's command to grow closer to Him, not worshipping a specific place. Jews and Christians also fast, but each for their own beliefs. So, fasting is about submitting to the One God, not a particular country's god.
Christianity Etc › Re: Lent, Ramadan Begin Today by TruthHurts1(m): 8:50am On Feb 18
Are Christians killing Palestinians? Are Nigerian Christians killing Palestinians? Is that why Fulani jihadists are committing genocide against Nigerian Christians?

gaskiyamagana:
They will still kill Palestinians.
Culture › Oba Kadir Adebara of Jebba: Kwara Oba Who Refused To Bow To The Emir by TruthHurts1(op): 1:55pm On Feb 13
Oba Kadir Adebara of Jebba: Kwara Oba Who Refused To Bow To The Emir

Oba Kadir Adebara of Jebba has not received a kobo as salary from the Kwara State Government since 2003.

His crime? Refusing to pay homage to a Fulani emir in Ilorin and insisting he is a Yoruba Oba, not an emir.

Jebba was once part of the Old Oyo Empire. Today, its traditional ruler remains defiant but abandoned.

Many now call on the Alaafin to visit and restore the dignity of a Yoruba throne the system tried to silence
.

source

Crime › Re: Fake Nigerian Nurse Who Defrauded UK Health Of £16,000 Per Month, Sentenced by TruthHurts1(m): 1:10pm On Feb 04
£16,000 per month is N30 million a month and she is getting this kind of light sentence? What is wrong with the UK's justice system?

Politics › Tinubu Presidency Spends N1.5billion On Flight Tickets In One Day, Records Show by TruthHurts1(op): 12:04pm On Feb 02
A review of Nigeria’s public payments portal, Govspend, reveals that the Presidency under President Bola Tinubu spent approximately N1.5 billion on air tickets in a single day.

An examination by SaharaReporters showed that on December 24, multiple payments for the same purpose were made through the State House sub-accounts and to private travel agencies.

The data show that on December 24, a sum of N237 million was paid into the State House sub-account for the purchase of air tickets. On the same day, another N134.4 million was also paid into the same account for air ticket purchases.

Further scrutiny of the records indicates that the Presidency also made payments directly to travel agencies on that day. A sum of N226 million was paid to Overland Travels and Tours Limited for the purchase of air tickets on December 24.

In addition, the Govspend portal shows that N239 million was again paid into the State House sub-account on the same day for air ticket purchases.

This was followed by another payment of N346 million into the same account, also listed as expenditure for air tickets.



The pattern of spending continued with more payments to travel firms. On December 24, a sum of N153.5 million was paid into the account of Overland Travels and Tours for the purchase of air tickets.

On the same day, N96.8 million was paid to Travel Options Limited for the same purpose.



Records further show that an additional N136.5 million was paid to Overland Travels and Tours Limited on December 24, again for the purchase of air tickets.

When all the payments listed for that day are combined, the total amount spent by the Presidency on air ticket purchases comes to approximately N1.5 billion in a single day.

The payments, as reflected on Govspend, were processed through both the State House sub-accounts and private travel agencies, with several transactions carrying similar descriptions and purposes.



The revelation comes amid growing public scrutiny of government spending, particularly on recurrent expenditures, at a time when many Nigerians are grappling with rising living costs and economic hardship.

The Govspend portal was created to promote transparency in public finance by allowing citizens to track how government funds are spent.

However, the scale and frequency of the payments recorded on December 24 have raised questions about the cost of official travel and the management of public resources within the Presidency.

Earlier, a SaharaReporters review of the 2026 Nigerian budget showed that a sum of N6.1 billion was planned to be spent by President Tinubu on international travels in the fiscal year.

The amount is listed in the budget breakdown under State House operations – President.

According to the breakdown, the President also plans to spend N873 million on local travels during the fiscal year.

Vice President Kashim Shettima is expected to spend N1.3 billion on foreign trips in the 2026 fiscal year.

In total, President Tinubu and his Vice, Shettima, plan to spend N7.4 billion on foreign trips in 2026.

A review of Nigeria’s 2026 budget documents shows that the government plans to spend a total of N6 billion on overhauling aircraft engines in the Presidential fleet.

Details indicate that the overhaul of the 5N-FGW engines alone is expected to cost N3.859 billion. The 5N-FGW refers to a specific Gulfstream G550 business jet (Serial Number 5310) used by the Nigerian Air Force as part of the Presidential Air Fleet.

An additional N2.19 billion has been budgeted for the overhaul of two Falcon 7X engines, bringing the total planned expenditure on engine overhauls to N6 billion.

The budget also allocates N1.2 billion for aircraft maintenance and N1.5 billion for fuelling the Presidential fleet. Furthermore, repairs to the air navigation system are projected to cost another N6 billion.

These figures have fuelled concerns over the costs of President Tinubu’s travels, which critics say have already consumed several billions of naira in public funds.

https://saharareporters.com/2026/02/02/tinubu-presidency-spends-n15billion-flight-tickets-one-day-records-show

Mynd44 Lalasticlala Nlfpmod

Foreign Affairs › Re: Woman Arrested For Recruiting People On Social Media To Assassinate Trump by TruthHurts1(m): 4:01pm On Jan 30
It happened yesterday

Celebrityblog:
The gist is stale.
Foreign Affairs › Re: Woman Arrested For Recruiting People On Social Media To Assassinate Trump by TruthHurts1(m): 4:01pm On Jan 30
Front page please

Mynd44 Lalasticlala Nlfpmod
Foreign Affairs › Re: Taliban Legalises Slavery In New Penal Code;Creates Immunity For Islamic Clerics by TruthHurts1(m):
So by your logic, codifying inequality under the law is a good thing?

Also, I don't know why you people love dishonesty so much. The Robert Morris case you mentioned has nothing to do with reduced criminal liability because he is a Christian clergy man. He was sentenced to 10 years, but he only served 6 months because his conviction was obtained via a plea bargain where he had to stand up in court and declare that he was guilty of the crime.

The only reason why the prosecution agreed to the plea bargain was that the crime took place many years before the victim reported it and it was extremely difficult to gather enough evidence to convict him for the full 10 year sentence.

Having him confess in open court was important because it meant that he would now be a registered sex offender for the rest of his life and he was also made to pay restitution to the victim.

America doesn't reserve special treatment for Christian clergy men who break the law.

In fact one of the longest prison sentences on record in American history was against a pastor who molested children.

Namaster:
This is the reality EVERYWHERE in the world.
The Taliban were just FOOLISH enough to codify it into their laws.

EVERYBODY knows that people get punished DIFFERENTLY for the same crime based on their status, wealth and, in some countries, RACE.

For instance, Robert Morris an American MegaChurch Pastor was recently CONVICTED of raping a MINOR and his punishment was JUST 6 months in jail. Most likely, soft white collar jail too.

If a poor man or black commits the same crime, his punishment would be FAR GREATER than that.

So before ANYBODY castigates the Taliban, let them address their own country's LOPSIDED INjustice system.

Foreign Affairs › Re: Taliban Legalises Slavery In New Penal Code;Creates Immunity For Islamic Clerics by TruthHurts1(m): 3:50pm On Jan 29
The new Penal Code has also made dancing a criminal offence:

The code also significantly expands the use of corporal punishment, including flogging, and introduces vaguely defined offences such as "dancing" or being present in "gatherings of corruption", giving judges sweeping discretion to detain and punish people for ordinary cultural or social activities.
Crime › Re: Uk-based Nigerian Jailed 6 Years For Raping A Woman In Toilet Of A Train by TruthHurts1(m): 10:05am On Jan 29
People who make these kind of comment and keep their picture displayed on their profile, should not be surprised if they go for visa interviews at embassies and the staff shows him his message before denying him visa.

HenryWilliams:
I'm certain the sex was consensual.
You know white women can lie about sex when caught
They can immediately fabricate an assault and the public believes hook line and sinker .
Sports › Patrick Dorgu Out For 10 Weeks With Injury by TruthHurts1(op): 12:25pm On Jan 27
Patrick Dorgu Suffers Major Injury Blow as Man Utd Star Ruled Out for Months

Manchester United have been dealt a major injury blow as Patrick Dorgu is set to be ruled out for months.

Man United have secured back-to-back wins under Michael Carrick following their big win over Arsenal last Sunday.

Carrick's team beat Mikel Arteta's side 3-2 at the Emirates, with Matheus Cunha scoring the game's winner three minutes from time.

Dorgu, who has starred higher up the field, had put the visitors ahead just five minutes after the break following his stunning long-range strike.

But he was forced off after sustaining an injury while chasing a long ball in the second-half.

Speaking in his post-match press conference, Carrick called it 'a little bit of cramp'.

Two days removed from Man United's famous win over Arsenal, a report from The Athletic claims Dorgu is set to miss around 10 weeks with a hamstring injury.


Patrick Dorgu was forced off in the second-half of Manchester United's game against Arsenal. Image: Getty
Carrick has played Dorgu from the start in both of his games in charge.

The Dane, 21, has been deployed as a left winger in a 4-2-3-1 formation.

He scored in Man United's 2-0 victory over Manchester City earlier this month and bagged a goal against Arsenal.

Dorgu joins Matthijs de Ligt on the sidelines, with the Dutch centre-back missing the last 11 games with a back issue sustained last month.


Patrick Dorgu wheels away in celebration after scoring against Arsenal. Image: Getty
Dorgu is set to miss up to eight league fixtures following his hamstring injury, including big clashes against Tottenham, Aston Villa and Newcastle United.

Not to mention trips to West Ham United and Everton.

Man United vs. Fulham - Feb 1

Man United vs. Tottenham - Feb 7

West Ham United vs. Man United - Feb 10

Everton vs. Man United - Feb 23

Man United vs. Crystal Palace - March 1

Newcastle United vs. Man United - March 4

Man United vs. Aston Villa - March 14

Bournemouth vs. Man United - March 20

Carrick will be hoping to have Dorgu back and available for their league fixture against Leeds United on April 11.

This season, Dorgu has made 22 appearances in the league, scoring three goals and recording three assists.
https://www.sportbible.com/football/football-news/man-utd/patrick-dorgu-injury-update-063500-20260127

Politics › Over 19,000 Nigerian Churches Have Been Destroyed In 16 Years - StatiSense by TruthHurts1(op): 6:48am On Jan 23
🇳🇬16 YEARS. OVER 19,000 CHURCHES GONE.

From 2009–2025:
Churches Destroyed — 19,100

Over 16 years, the destruction of churches in Nigeria hit a consistent triple-digit average.

Every month, Nigeria lost nearly 100 churches.

That is the equivalent of deleting 25 places of worship every single week, non-stop, for 16 years straight.

#Statisense
(International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law, 2025)
Source

Sports › Re: Moroccan Fans Held Bananas & Made Monkey Chants For Ishowspeed by TruthHurts1(m): 2:57pm On Jan 20
Bro, the thing tire me no be small

Black Africans are the only people who think they can beg for respect instead of trying to earn it like everyone else.

The "pity" card only works on liberal Westerners who only make up about 15% of the world's population. Everyone else doesn't give 2 bleeps about your experience with slavery.

Winterhaven:
As long as blacks keep reacting and giving these racists attention, then racism will never end...

Completely ignore such racists and give them zero attention and watch how racism due to skin colour will gradual fade away.
Education › Re: 1972 Article Where South West Students Opposed Quota System In Admissions by TruthHurts1(m):
Wow! So Yorubas used to be at the forefront of championing meritocracy in Nigeria?

Judging by the timeline, many of those students would be the ones running Nigeria today, but instead of promoting meritocracy, they are tolerating it and some of them are even celebrating it while it destroys meaningful progress in Nigeria.

Edit: Like many of you, it came as a surprise that Igbo students would have voted in support of quota system.

Then I sat back and reflected and I realised a possible reason why the Igbo students supported quota systems was because of the large loss of young Igbo lives during the Nigerian Civil War. Remember that this took place in 1970 which is the same year that the Nigerian Civil War came to an end.

Igbo students may have felt that the quota system would save them from being numerically disadvantaged in student admissions because so many young Igbos lost their lives in the war.

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