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Defection week it is!
Like I always say, don't blame the party. Blame the system and let's see how we can collectively make the country better. APC is PDP, PDP is APC. Most politicians in APC now were formerly landlords in PDP.

Defection week it is.

CodeTemplarr:
No NiN for kids of below the ages of 15. In fact, most educated kids only go for it when the appraoch jamb and waec exam stage. What happens to the uneducated ones who are not taking jamb or waec? What about below age of eight who form one-third of the population? 118m is a strong figure and be close to 200m when the unregistered are included.

Kids below age 15 participate in NIN registration in their schools.

According to official crime statistics, Lagos has the highest crime rate followed by PH and FCT.

MOlNEY247:
Going through dailies and news of tragedy especially kidnapping and killing without remorse....on the daily, I can boldly say Lagos is safer than the other states combined apart from cross River....

Lagos is safe...

To me, I think it's ok though there's room to do more since expansion Is ongoing. But let's not forget that there are over 200,000 buses and over 400,000 cars in Lagos. Over 6,000 people come into Lagos daily and estimated 3,000 people starts a new life everyday.

ednut1:
42k is small o

Just like you I dreamt of studying medicine and surgery to become a medical doctor but now, I'm a criminologist.

SyrusdeHansome:
From my primary school to secondary days I dreamt of studying medicine and surgery to become a medical doctor/ surgeon but ended up studying one of those Agricultural courses in the university and at the moment I don't even know what I am. My advice for those unborn babies that are yet to be born is, don't be born into a Nigerian middle and low class family cos you'll end up fighting for everything you want in life. Drop ur comments as well.

Modes please your attentions are needed here?

Red Card!

When the spiritual leader of over 1.3 billion Catholics needs to be chosen, the Roman Catholic Church turns to a centuries-old, highly secretive process known as the Conclave.
This gathering of cardinals culminates in a visual signal that captures the world’s attention: the smoke billowing from a chimney above the Sistine Chapel.

The colour of this smoke – black or white – is a crucial indicator of the election’s progress and outcome.
The authority to elect a new pope rests with the College of Cardinals, senior Church officials appointed by previous pontiffs.
The Vatican is expected to commence the election process following the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88.
The Vatican confirmed that the pontiff passed away on Easter Monday at his residence in the Casa Santa Marta within Vatican City.

However, only those cardinals under the age of 80 are eligible to cast their vote.
As of April 2025, there are 135 cardinal electors, a number slightly exceeding the traditional limit of 120.
“The College of Cardinals, specifically those under eighty, hold the responsibility of electing the next Pope,
“Their deliberations within the Conclave are paramount,” explained Vatican expert Dr. Alessandra Ricci.

Sealed in secrecy

To shield the process from external pressures, the cardinal electors are sequestered within the Vatican, most notably inside the Sistine Chapel.

The very term “conclave” means “with a key,” underscoring the complete isolation from the outside world.
Communication is strictly forbidden; no phones, internet access, or news are permitted.

Security measures are rigorous, with experts ensuring no hidden recording devices are present. Even support staff and medical personnel take an oath of absolute secrecy, with excommunication as the penalty for any leaks.

The voting, smoke signals

The election process involves secret ballots. After a solemn Mass and an oath of confidentiality, the cardinals write their choice for Supreme Pontiff on rectangular ballots.

These are then folded, submitted anonymously, and counted aloud by designated scrutineers.
Following the count, the ballots are pierced and threaded together before being burned. It is during this burning that the world awaits the crucial signal from the chimney.

“The burning of the ballots is not just a disposal method; it’s the mechanism by which the world learns of the Conclave’s progress,” noted religious commentator Father Michael O’Connell.

Black smoke signifies no decision

When black smoke rises from the chimney, it signifies that none of the candidates has yet secured the necessary two-thirds majority of votes. This indicates that the cardinals will continue the voting process, with up to four ballots taken each day.
In the past, black smoke was produced by adding damp straw to the fire.

White smoke means a Pope has been elected

The appearance of white smoke is the eagerly awaited sign that a new Pope has been successfully elected.
Once a candidate receives the required two-thirds majority, the ballots are burned, and chemicals are added to produce the distinct white smoke. This visual cue alerts the world that the Conclave has reached its conclusion.

“The moment the white smoke appears, it signifies a moment of profound significance for Catholics globally,” Father O’Connell added.
“It means the Holy Spirit has guided the cardinals to choose a new shepherd for the Church.”

From the election to an announcement

Once a cardinal receives the necessary votes and accepts the election, he chooses his papal name.

The cardinals then offer their pledge of obedience. Tailors standing by provide papal robes, and after a brief fitting, the new Pope emerges onto the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica.
There, the senior cardinal deacon delivers the historic announcement: “Annuntio vobis gaudium magnum… Habemus Papam!” (“I announce to you a great joy… We have a Pope!”).
The new pontiff then gives his first blessing, Urbi et Orbi – to the city and to the world – marking the dawn of a new era for the Catholic Church, all signalled by that crucial plume of white smoke.

Let thy Kingdom come.

There have been 91 incidents of mass shootings in the US this year (2025) as at March. Crime rate is high in the US. Mass stabbings and helicopter/airplane crashes is also another thing to look at.

TheChemistrixx:
Na where cum safe like this?

TheChemistrixx:
Na where cum safe like this?

There have been 91 incidents of mass shootings in the US this year (2025) as at March. Crime rate is high in the US. Mass stabbings is also another thing to look at.

You're right. That's how some people think. Everything is politics and not human security.

Oblongata:
Instead of ascertaining if what the minister said is true, people will come here to politicise the matter!

asanausana91:
so you called this lie marketing? So every lies that APC talk is marketing? How do you reason for christ sake.

Everyone knows Tinubu is from Lagos. When you here some names, you'll understand their tribes without question. Names like Tinubu, Oshodi, Dosumu, Braithwaite, Shittabey, Coker, Bucknor, Randle, Folawiyo, Fernandez and lots more, you'll know they're from Lagos State and that's if you're familiar with social anthropology of Lagos not just by living there. What Ganduje did was definitely marketing... It's funny though.

TimeManager:
You look PDP finish and think after putting their house in order, they will now hand over their ticket to an outsider who contributed nothing to the party?. No matter how useless PDP can be, they can't be as useless as Labour Party and their party's candidate.


-Kiss the truth!

100% correct. A lot of money is involved in running a party structure. Obi doesn't have such money. His ideology of being a politician is different. Social media candidacy movement or membership doesn't work, hence his popularity test will translate to nothing in grabbing a ticket in a well-structured party. And once you can't contribute immensely and periodically, forget about the ticket. No money, no structure and that's the political engineering in Nigeria infact everywhere. Do you know how much Elon Musk contributed to Trump's campaign before election? You shouldn't be surprised that Musk is the head of Department of Government Efficiency in the US.

Xscape1993:
The evil party call APC is cursed. Nigeria is not a serious country. They came with fake promises full of lies. Curses await those that are destroying this blessed country slowing because of their selfish interest.

I want you to purse and reflect on something. Most influential members in APC were formally landlords in PDP. Likes of Akpabio, Saraki, Amaechi, Abubakar Malami (Former AGF during PMB) and lots more in the north. APC is another PDP parish. Don't stress yourself on Nigeria matter...every internal crisis in PDP has been about money, control of party structures (power) and relevance. This I have seen.

Kidoi123:
still defending

I was a victim... I do not expect you to understand. The forum is too open/pub to tell you what happened. If you understand the bureaucracy in the public service last tenure, maybe you'll understand and don't rely, I mean never rely on what you read or hear in the news when it comes to politics.

VnAhunnaPl:
Its sad to see some people defending Tinubu over this ridiculous appointment.

Buhari did worse.

ricson11:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zKtaV9Rxm70?si=I8mQqojn9WIMRgoN

Controversial Nigerian cleric, Prophet Chukwuemeka Odumeje, has stirred reactions after declaring that President Bola Tinubu was not divinely anointed to lead the nation.

Speaking during a recent church service, Odumeje claimed that Tinubu forced his way into power and was not chosen by God, challenging the popular belief among some religious and political circles.

Has any world leader been divinely chosen after the religious literature (Bible) era? It only happens in the Bible. Money, political affiliations, world power influence and lots more influences election and not prayer.

APC is the same as PDP. Forget the acronym, It's just another parish. Do not forget that most politicians in APC now were formally landlords in PDP. For instance, Akpabio, Saraki, Amaechi, Ahmed, Wammako, OGD, The list is endless. Infact, read more on this link.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.vanguardngr.com/2021/06/d-e-t-a-i-l-e-d-politicians-who-moved-to-apc-in-2021/amp/

Let's not forget... He gave God one million dollars when he had no house of his own. A true testament of a good boyyyyyy.

Angelfrost:
Terrorists are just having a field day in the entire North...!

Let them continue with their Rehabilitation/Deradicalisation Programme as usual. The programme success rate is extremely low.

Agbotikuyo himself.

A wrong move... Rehabilitation or Deradicalisation in Nigeria doesn't work. The success rate is low. I actually do not know who recommend these programmes/policy.

FuglyGurl:
https://punchng.com/390-ex-insurgents-graduate-from-de-radicalisation-programme-in-gombe/

TrainPark:
Tinubu's wife would have died a senator if he did not become president... his son is the de facto governor of Lagos. To your point on Ndume's longevity... check the Tinubu dynasty of Lagos!

The folks from igbo land need no introduction!

The key takeaway of the topic is literacy. You can't compare literacy/education attainment in the South West to the North and it translates to development unlike the north. I only used Ndume which was a mere opinion.

Patronizing Hookup girls, betting addiction, alcohol addiction and smoking are all cousins- same family tree.

ChildOfDoom:
I started womanizing to help me overcome my addiction of Betting.

It has helped to an extent as I spend majority of my time in a brothel, Eating, drinking, relaxing and fvcking (my mind leaves betting).

The issue now is that, since I started three years back, I have been treating one infection to another. Currently having skin reaction that brings out small inflammation and rashes on my body like my favourite olosho.

I can't help it. I have tried switching to drinking to take over womanizing, but it won't work.

Except I go back to betting (which is worse). In the past, I would sit all day in a bet9ja shop wasting away - gambling with my money, people's money and my belongings. Then I lose focus and don't work

But with womanizing, at least I get some pleasure, and get to use my money little by little. The rate at which it finishes is not as fast as betting.

The thought of having to choose between different bannies to lash at night keeps me motivated during the day to work harder for cash. Just the infection part as condom do burst at times while there are some I only do raw.

I know my lifespan is short, I just want to enjoy it with a sane mind and not fleeing from betting woes. My body is wired to do one addiction to stay placated/elated.

Having a girlfriend is scary. What if I invest a lot on just one girl and she cheats on me

Ex-Harvard morgue manager agrees to plead guilty to stealing, selling human body parts

As well as taking body parts to his home, Lodge had also allowed potential buyers into the school’s morgue to hand-pick what human remains they wanted, prosecutors said.

The cadavers are intended for educational, teaching, or research purposes and are donated to the medical school through the Anatomical Gifts Program.

Alongside the Lodges, four other defendants were indicted by a federal grand jury in Pennsylvania on charges of conspiracy and interstate transport of stolen goods.

One of those charged was Katrina Maclean, 44, from Salem, Massachusetts, who owns a store called Kat’s Creepy Creations in Peabody.

According to court documents, Maclean shipped human skin she purchased from Lodge to another defendant and “engaged his services to tan the skin to create leather.”

Another facing federal charges is Joshua Taylor of West Lawn Berks County. He sent Denise Lodge $1,000 via PayPal with a memo that read “head number 7,” prosecutors said. Another $200 transaction from Taylor to Lodge allegedly read “braiiiiiins.”

After the allegations emerged, family members who donated their loved ones’ bodies to medical research spoke of their horror and shared concerns about what may have happened to their remains.

“We were just disgusted,” Paula Peltonovich, whose father’s remains were donated to the school, told the Boston Globe in June 2023. “Sick, like we were going to throw up.”

Sarah Hill, whose aunt Christine Eppich had her remains gifted via the Anatomical Gifts Program, also told Boston 25 News that she felt “sick” over the ordeal in June 2023.

Some of them are educated though...Maybe that's why Ndume is in his 22nd (22 years) year in House of Rep and crossed to Senate...

hardknocksng:
Illiterate is an understatement. Something is fundamentally wrong with both their sultans and their youths.

They illiterates youth keep allowing their leader trample on their natural wisdom

I won’t blame them. Their leaders have deliberately subjected them in darkness while they prey on their intellegence using Islam and jihad.

Exceed15:
Rubbish epistle

I suppose you weren't in a good state of mind when you mentioned me. Get on a game console and play a game of choice. That's where you belong. My post is meant for intellectual minds and I don't expect you to understand. Stay out of trouble today. Take care.

TimeManager:
NBA must return that money. How can you collect money from Rivers and go spend it in Enugu, collect another one from Enugu Government and return Rivers money. And this hypocrisy from NBA is very funny, same NBA criticizes Judges for receiving houses from Wike but they themselves are receiving money from Fubara, Lol. What a funny hypocritical and double faced organization.



-Kiss the truth!

Real talk
The statement below is what I love most.

He said the refusal to refund the money was “unreasonable” and a “proof that they (NBA) were engaged in a relationship of compromise with Fubara”.

Den of thieves.

Racoon:
From acting to gospel preacher and now native doctor? This is obviously a confused man with obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD) not certain of where to seek his filthy lucre.

What a great metamorphosis...