tunapawizzy: Eventually it becomes too expensive to purchase Nigerian products. Those Nigerians living in the US look for cheaper alternatives in the US, those Nigerian businesses selling to them lose their customers with high purchasing power. It hurts everyone, including Nigerian businesses in Nigeria.
This is not peculiar to Nigeria. Even their neighbors Canada, Mexico are affected
TallNigerian: Don't say so bro. I once worked in the courier and logistics services sector. You'd be amazed at how many Nigerians send goods abroad (from food items, to prescription drugs, to finished native materials, documents, etc)
Mr Tola, it's American residents that will pay for those items. It doesn't affect me buying products here in Nigeria
tunapawizzy: It is a problem. The Nigerian seller operating from Nigeria that would normally sell his product(e.g. well tailored bespoke suit or shoe) for say $100 or 150k naira(delivery included) to someone in the US. That same buyer will now need to pay $180. The incentive to buy from a Nigerian in Nigeria is fast eroding.
Now the seller now has 2 coping mechanisms to explore in order to remain competitive 1. Reduce his charge plus shipping to $20. So the buyer can continue to pay $100. Sadly this will amount to him/her running a charity, not a business. 2. Wait until he has multiple orders so he can spread the $80 Trump money on multiple customers. A buyer now has to wait until you the seller have plenty customers to receive his product. Your product is no longer readily available and that buyer is as good as gone.
How about finding markets elsewhere. There is Australian, Europe, other parts of America. Again, an average Nigerian shouldn't be bother about it
TallNigerian: Omo, this is serious. Nigerians are feeling the heat both from domestic and international policies
How is this a problem for Nigerians. An average Nigerian don't send stuff to the US regularly except they have an export business. So it's those living in the US that will bear the cost.
I don't see why this is an issue that Nigerians should be worried about. Especially for businesses. Just add the $80 to your cost and continue your business.
Truths9ja: BREAKING NEWS: Federal Polytechnic Offa Unveils Nigeria's First Homegrown Electric Vehicle, OKIN EV1
Offa, Kwara State - In a historic moment for Nigerian innovation, The Federal Polytechnic Offa has successfully developed its first electric vehicle, christened OKIN EV1. This groundbreaking achievement marks a significant milestone in the country's transportation sector, showcasing the potential of homegrown innovation.
The OKIN EV1: A Marvel of Engineering.
The OKIN EV1 is a pure electric vehicle designed to run on battery power, with an additional solar energy feature that extends its working hours. According to Engr. Dr. Olufemi Oluseye Kehinde, Director of the Directorate of Assembly, Fabrication, and Commercialization of Research Products, the vehicle can travel an impressive 125 kilometers on a full charge. This distance is equivalent to a round trip from Offa to Ilorin, highlighting the vehicle's potential for practical use.
Innovative Features.
The OKIN EV1 boasts several innovative features, including:
- A touchscreen display that provides users with real-time information and control over the vehicle's systems - A reverse camera that enhances safety and convenience
Development Process.
The development of the OKIN EV1 was a remarkable feat that required dedication, expertise, and perseverance. The project commenced in 2024 and was completed in less than six months, a testament to the team's hard work and commitment. Despite facing challenges in sourcing materials, the team remained focused and delivered an impressive result.
The Federal Polytechnic Offa has announced plans to refine the OKIN EV1 prototype further before embarking on mass production. This move is expected to make the electric vehicle more accessible to the general public, potentially revolutionizing the country's transportation sector.
Engr. Dr. Olufemi Oluseye Kehinde shared valuable insights with aspiring inventors, emphasizing the importance of:
- Taking basic knowledge seriously: A strong foundation in STEM subjects is crucial for innovation and problem-solving. - Maintaining a positive mindset: A positive attitude and resilience are essential for overcoming challenges and achieving success. - Focusing on acquiring knowledge: Rather than seeking financial gain, inventors should prioritize acquiring knowledge and developing practical skills. - Prioritizing practical skills: Hands-on experience and practical skills are vital for turning ideas into reality.
The unveiling of the OKIN EV1 marks a new era for Nigerian innovation, showcasing the country's potential for technological advancement and creativity. As the OKIN EV1 prepares to hit the roads, it is poised to make a significant impact on the country's transportation sector, promoting sustainable energy and reducing carbon emissions.
Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development!
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This is a laudable achievement. Start small and think big
Preciousgirl: It's hard for me but I will confess here. My colleague of course male colleague playfully held my waist at the workplace and I got aroused. I have never had feelings for him though. I was a little wet. Have I cheated? Should I confess this to my husband? What really happened since I don't have feelings for the guy? Could that me juju at work?
The fact that a male colleague will grope you-a married woman, shows that you have a problem setting boundaries.
I see this happen every day in my office and just feel sad for the husbands. Because most women today don't have self awareness, they accept anything. You see them laughing sheepishly instead of confronting the male colleague.
Naz34: The driver just added more problems on himself for running away. Your car with registerd number is left on the scene. Its a piece of cake tracing and locating him within 24 hours. Where does he think he will run to without being caught. He messed up big time.
He is likely in custody already. He would claim he left the scene due to fear of jungle justice
Mariangeles: This nonsense generation that keeps shouting "don't make your children your retirement plan" "don't rely on your children in old age" "plan for your old age", should make sure they keep up the energy in their old age. Since they want to start practicing stupid western culture.
Inferiority complex is the biggest plague that has befall African. Indians don't play that card. They practice their tradition no matter where are
That is really Impressive. However, they need to do more to improve the quality of service. Most times I regret using both networks due to poor service. If I had my way it would have ported to Starlink
Oga don't complain. If you don't want it don't collect it. When the youths were protesting it against bad governance, it's the same police and military men that the politicians used to silence them. So enjoy the reward of your labour
Leep: Brethren, I'm lost here. How do I handle this without creating any atom of conflict?
I've been living in this neighborhood for almost five years. As a young man still struggling, I understand what people, especially the married ones with children, go through, when you consider the economy of Nigeria and the poor income.
I'm an introvert. I appear very shy but I'm not, in fact. I don't just believe in talking too much, especially unnecessarily. I'm gentle and seemingly soft. I want to see people happy even if it's at my own detriment. I'm incurably and incredibly Generous to people and it's really affecting me. I'm too softhearted. In my neighborhood, I have little children I always buy things for. Almost everyday, I'm buying something for a child or children around my vicinity. Coke, biscuits and sometimes clothes. Same goes to their parents who are largely unschooled, I give them money and buy them malt. Thing is, once I do for one person privately, the person goes to tell another, and they keep coming. The cycle just continues like that. There's a particular widow who is a farmer with five children, I assist her with little money almost every week. I do this because my spirit asked me to do so, not because the widow asked me. I have in my own little way assisted almost everyone around here, not because I have, but because that's who I am. I am not doing so to please anyone or get praised. I'm not married, I don't even have a good job, I live in a room self-con and sometimes struggle to feed. The issue now is, whenever these children see me, they now see me as their father Christmas. Once they spot me, it's how they can take money off me that they are concerned about. Now let's agree they are children and know nothing much about life. Now how about their parents(Mothers)?. These women can beg for Africa. I've been turned into a fool(according to them). If they come across me in a provision shop trying to buy a sachet of pure water for myself, they will come and meet me to buy something for them. This happens all the time. At first, I used to think they were joking. But no they aren't joking. I have a woman neighbor who had just put to bed three months ago. She sells pure water and minerals right in her house. When she gave birth, I went to greet her, gave the baby some money. Then after two weeks, I saw her again, I jokingly said I would get the baby Hollandia yoghurt, the next day, I gave her a thousand naira for the baby to buy the Hollandia yoghurt but to my dismay, she collected it and said that the money wasn't enough for the yoghurt and I added a thousand five hundred naira- of course, I know the baby doesn't drink yoghurt. At least not now. This is a woman that I buy her drinks and water everyday, I buy for her children and even give them money. I pay her over three thousand for drinks and water every week. Again, I saw her carrying her baby in the sun 🌞, I met her on the road and asked why she wasn't Carrying an umbrella, but she said she didn't have. She now said, "Abi u get umbrella for house make I come carry am dey use" ?. In my mind, I said, no vex o.. na me find trouble. Just yesterday, while I went to pay her for drinks and water her children and a few other children consumed, immediately I approached her house and asked one of the children about his mum, the woman overhead me even before coming out to attend to me, she now asked if I came with Bread. " Hope u bring bread for us"? I asked her which Bread, with which money?. Once her children hear my voice, the six of them would come outside to wait for me so I can share money to them. If I go out to buy something in a nylon, they want to know what is in the nylon. If I'm going out, they will tell me not to forget them o. All these are getting me really irritated. I'm someone who can not be predicted. My anger isn't good and if I'm pushed to the wall, I can react in manner that even me would end up regretting why I reacted in such manner. The troubling part is, these are not people that have ever helped me in any way. They can't even help. There was a day I took a bike to my house and discovered I wasn't having anything in my wallet, and it was very late. I couldn't go out again to use the POS, so I collected three hundred naira from one of the women who benefits from me and paid the bike-man. Do you know that, before I woke up the next morning, same woman had sent her son to knock on my door to get her money back?. There are times I can't even afford pure water to drink, and I can't run to such people for help. I'm really worried because I've been taken advantage of. It's really very embarrassing and insulting to me right now. We should be able to help one another. That's my philosophy about life, but it seems being nice to some certain persons is now a big problem. The day you stop, you become an enemy. My issue is, I hardly say no to their incessant and unnecessary requests. Same thing goes to my family, I don't have parents or siblings. But my cousins won't let me rest. Once they try to chat you up on the social media, just know that they are about to make financial demands on you. If they call and you don't pick, they complain too. I'm tired. Should I change my line and social media accounts? I don't think so.
Nlfpmod Seun Lalasticlala Mynd44
You fear rejection and confrontation. There are unresolved issues in your childhood that is at play here.
Remember that song from Mayokun "No let dem see you finish Dem go finish your biscuit Dem go finish your sweet Shakara don end oh."
Learn to say No. Sometimes, just for the fun of it.
This is why most men die early. Dem go carry load wen pass Dem. She doesn't love you one bit. Don't be a Captain save a hoe. If she ain't willing to contribute, she can butt out.
bobonla: As for me, I'll drag it by the tail outside and watch it crawl back into the bush, cause that's a non venomous snake
Instincts will decide. I once had such an experience. One night watching late night movie, My twin baby brothers were sleeping on the in the sitting room floor when I heard some weird sound, turned to check and saw a big black snake, not as big as the one in the photo. Instincts kicked in, I grabbed the twins in both hands to one of the rooms. Informed my brother who was sleeping inside. We came back with any object we could lay our hands on.
Few minutes later, we found it and killed it. It had issues moving on tiles that how we could kill it easily.
Politics › Re: NIPOST: Nigerians To Pay $80 Duty For Every Package Sent To US by weslay: 1:50pm On Aug 30, 2025
