chukel:
you think there are not many MDX users. My brother dem full lagos. I have an 07 coming in around october/november

Come and buy wine for me let me celebrate with you and tap anointing.

9icetoo:

Like I said, the engine on the mdx is bullet proof. It was well made. I give that to Honda. The 2010 and up model engines burn oil a bit. But other than that, you are okay.
Service engine and transmission when due and you are fine.
Changing the belt when due is no biggie. It's same as the regular 6 cylinder engines that most mechanical do daily.
Use recommended fluids and you will be fine.

Thanks bro. God bless.

GAZZUZZ:


Highlander

Your answer is simple and straight forward. I like that. Thanks.

I never chop bellyful well well so I no need wetin I go pack for now for long time before gathering money to fix.

But that Acura sweet sha.

So I will be going for highlander then. When I have money I will get my best brand which is Benz.

Hello Gazzuzz, thanks for the sacrifice and the support you are giving to us here on NL.
I want to ask you, between Toyota Highlander (btw 2005-2008) and Acura MDX (2007 -2008), which one should I go for?
I love the Acura MDX the way it looks both interior and exterior and I will have love to for that one but from what people saying I don't want to make a wrong choice.
Some said Acura MDX is problematic. The gear/transmission spoil easily.
I need premium fuel and oil and I will spend so much on fuel.
The part is not easily available and there are very expensive compared to the highlander.

What is your view on this? Should I go for Acura MDX or Highlander?

9icetoo:
It all depends.
I drive the 08 mdx and used the highlander briefly in Lagos before porting down to the east.
Drive: acura. That ride moves. 0-60 in 6.2 seconds. Faster than most sedans
Durability: This is touchy. The acura 07-09 has a bullet proof engine as long as you change your timing belt when due and observe the b maintenance fluid schedules (transfer case, gear box, rear axle, engine oil etc). A variant of the highlander has the 2gr engine which is known to fail a bit too often from what I have read here and observed. Probably cos of wrong oils and OCI's. So for this, I'd say they are equal.
Offroad: this is naija. If you ever find yourself in the village, you will appreciate the shawd of the mdx. I give the mdx this one. This also improves the driving g dynamics of the mdx
Fuel economy: highlander hands down. Most mdx struggle to achieve 13mpg in the city and 17mpg on the highway. Thanks to our shity fuel. The highlander (4 cylinder) will give you the mpg of a sedan in an SUV.
Ageing : both age well. I am yet to see a rickety or bad looking highlander or mdx
Resale value:highlander. It's got the Toyota badge so that gives it an automatic 500k extra resale value.
Parts: both cost roughly the same. None is cheap. The Bumpers for the 2010 mdx costs twice as much as that of the 08 model. So be careful who bashes you. Let it be a Range Rover so he can pay.

If you want to out those pesky little cars in your dear mirror whenever they become annoying on the highway, get the mdx. Though you'd need to do this with the car light. If loaded, OYO is your case.

Thanks for this review. I just love MDX but I don't want to start working on the engine the same way I did with my Chevrolet. I need to go Ladipu or Ojuelegba before I can get major parts. I have ring my Chevrolet engine and I must confess the car isn't properly build at all.

I need a car that engine and gear will not be a problem. The suspension is also very important as well. I just need a car that I won't have to work on the engine or transmission.

My friend bought Toyota Highlander and it has a gear problem. He was pre-inform. We almost rejected it but the mechanic that followed us said that my guy can fix it with 90k. We ended up spending 150k plus to fix the gear and the highlander is working fine now. No issue again and my guy is enjoying it. Highlander does have problem but I don't want the one you need to go to a mechanic every time to work on engine except service.

kingreign:


If you're gonna insist on the MDX, avoid sports package. It uses active variable dampers. These things cost an arm, a leg and a ball.

We have Acura MDX, Acura MDX Sport and Acura MDX Technology, which one is the best?

abidemidare:
I have mdx 08, very durable, but the part are expensive, the two side mirrors are 40k in oyingbo. Fuel consumption is ok also, I used 3k fuel with AC to and fro from ikota lekki to redemption camp and still remain little. I will prefer mdx than highlander anytime any day.

Thanks for this reply. I just like the car. How often do you drive it?

seanfer:


Drive - Acura
Durability- Acura
Maintenance- Highlander
Fuel Economy- Highlander
Cheap/Availability of parts - Highlander
Body Aging - Highlander
Resale Value- Highlander.

Thanks so much for your contribution, appreciate.

I want to make a choice between Toyota Highlander (btw 2005-2008) and Acura MDX (2007 -2008) and I need those that have first-hand experience to share their view in order to enable me to make an informed decision.

I like the way Acura MDX 2007 upward looks. Both the interior and exterior make sense to me compare to Toyota Highlander of the same year. I don't want to make a decision based on design alone, I want people with first-hand experience to advise me based on:

Drive, durability, maintenance, fuel economy and share other personal experience etc.

Your advice would be highly appreciated.

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All Business Units - Lagos

The Role: Head of Internal Control - Africa

If you are looking for a new challenge with a reputable market leader that would offer you stability and strongly encourage you to grow with them, this is for you. The successful candidate for this would be responsible for:

    * Initially heading up the Internal Audit function for PZ Nigeria, which consists of an internal control team and a procedures team. The candidate is with time expected to take on a leadership role for PZ Africa, i.e. co-ordinate the Internal Audit work for the operations in Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya.
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    * Possess a minimum of 8 years relevant experience, where at least some of the time has been spent heading up a sizable Internal Audit function. Prior manufacturing experience is key; external audit and FMCG experience an advantage.
    * Have prior accounting and production software experience, preferably in MFG / Pro.
    * Have excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.
    * Be calm and mature with very high ethics.
    * Have excellent presentation skills.
    * Have good interpersonal skills.
    * Have a CAN DO attitude, exhibiting our core values – COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE and ONENESS.

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All Business Units - Lagos

The Role: Finance Section Head

If you are looking for a development position in the finance function of a reputable market leader that would offer you stability and  strongly encourage you to grow with them, this is for you.

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    * Lead a finance sub section in one of the accounting areas or take on a Financial Manager/Analyst role for one of the strategic business units or JVs.
    * Provide financial leadership for the assigned area of responsibility. Drive accurate and timely reporting of results, analysis of trends and corrective actions as required.
    * Develop outstanding relationship with the business partners in the other functions and work together with them to optimize profitability.
    * Seek to optimize and improve processes and reporting for the assigned area, and pro-actively investigate and address any issues or negative trends.

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    * Have a minimum of Second Class Lower Degree in Accounting, Finance or any related discipline.
    * Possess a minimum of 5 years relevant working experience from a reputable company in the FMCG industry or an external audit firm.
    * Have a sound costing and manufacturing knowledge. Prior financial analysis experience is of advantage.
    * Have ICAN, ACCA or similar qualification and possess expert knowledge of IAS / SAS.
    * Have Prior accounting and production software experience, preferably in MFG / Pro.
    * Have excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications
    * Be calm and mature with very high ethics.
    * Have excellent presentation skills.
    * Have good interpersonal skills.
    * Have a CAN DO attitude, exhibiting our core values – COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE and ONENESS.

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    * Monitor new projects and ensure they align with business objectives
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    * Work cross functionally and cross regionally.

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    * Be  between 31 – 36 years old
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    * Possess a minimum of second class lower degree in  the sciences, M.Sc. in Project Management
    * Have acquired 5 – 9 years related experience in an FMCG / Food manufacturing company.

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·          Effect changes without disruption by ensuring Unix/MFG access changes are carried out on the basis of authorized forms and such changes have a match with security matrix.

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·          Review and address potential information security issues and/or conflicting practices, as identified by internal and/or external audits and other observations.

·          Recommend improvements for reliability and world class performance.

·          Configure and manage IT infrastructure in order to maintain high level of performance and availability, while minimizing the impact of disruptions on all business activities.

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The right candidate for this job must:

·          Have a Bachelor's degree from a reputable university.

·          Possess basic technical/business training completed with an appropriate computer training syllabus. Membership of a relevant professional body will be an added advantage.

·          Have 5-8 years post NYSC experience of which 3 must be in a similar position.

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·          Have experience of disaster recovery plan in a manufacturing environment.

·          Have an expert knowledge of the administration of ERP (MFG is an added  advantage).

·          Posses a sound  knowledge of Database administration SQLserver minimum.

·          Have IT security awareness.

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Closing date: 23 Sep 2008


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Nutricima - Lagos

The Job:  Management Accountant

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    * Prepare management decision making reports as at when due.
    * Prepare annual departmental and business budgets.
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    * Monitor MFG / Pro transactions to ensure accuracy of all transactions.
    * Report and investigate variances.

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    * Have 3-5 years cognate experience in the FMCG industry.
    * Be an associate member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria.
    * Have a good knowledge of MFG / Pro Accounting software.
    * Be highly computer literate especially a sound knowledge of MicroSoft Excel.
    * Have good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications
    * Have a sound knowledge of IAS / SAS
    * Possess good interpersonal skills
    * Have eye for details and be self-motivated.
    * Must be a good team player.
    * Must have a flexible approach to work and be able to work under pressure.
    * Have a CANDO attitude, exhibiting our core values- COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE and ONENESS.

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Closing date: 23 Sep 2008


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EMPLOYMENT TYPE    Permanent

QUALIFICATIONS    UNIVERSITY DEGREE (MINIMUM OF SECOND CLASS LOWER)
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EMPLOYMENT LEVEL    Entry Level

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