Comments on NIGERIAN CURIOSITY: HOW TO BECOME A MILLIONAIRE

As much as I hate things like Fox News, and CNMBC....

2009-12-22T07:31:11.732-05:00

As much as I hate things like Fox News, and CNMBC.. Lets tell the truth this type of commentative news keep politicians in Check. Well I guess people are not scared to die in America when they put the president on check on National TV. I think the Media needs to grow some balls and start calling people out daily.. YOu know who they blamed for invading Iraq besides Bush, the media for not digging deep. What is the Nigerian Journalist groups doing?

@ Lucky: Amen!

2008-12-02T09:46:00.000-05:00

@ Lucky: Amen!

If the Lawmakers claim such pays are comparative t...

2008-12-02T08:10:00.000-05:00

If the Lawmakers claim such pays are comparative to what obtains in European parliaments, then let them also compare the minimum wage of civil servants in Europe with that of Nigeria, afterall what is good for the geese is also good for the gander;increase civil servants pay as well.

Lucky N. Chinemere

In the last two days, I got a deeper insight into ...

2008-08-26T12:52:00.000-04:00

In the last two days, I got a deeper insight into the mess in Nigeria via a visiting Naija-based friend. Boy, I thought I was in the loop until I listened to him make some revelations. I can tell you that we in the Diaspora have no idea how bad the sleaze is in Nigeria.

From the round-tripping in the big banks, to the influence of IBB on Yar A’dua, I have realized what we read in the news media and discuss on our blogs and forum is a tip of the iceberg.

Thanks for the plug!

A newspaper allowance??? pray tell, what in the wo...

2008-08-25T08:56:00.000-04:00

A newspaper allowance??? pray tell, what in the world that is for? As NUT continues to go on strike demanding pay rises and our children's education is compromised as a result, senators are increasing their newspaper allowances?? We really are in trouble.

word is they increased their "legal" pay bcos they...

2008-08-22T13:25:00.000-04:00

word is they increased their "legal" pay bcos they cant make more money from "illegal" pay bcos EFCC is now on their trail...

I really dont think our so called leaders are ther...

2008-08-22T11:34:00.000-04:00

I really dont think our so called leaders are there for the interest of the masses. They are simply there to grab all the national cakes they can grab. Nothing surprises me any more.

They are serving there pockets. What they are now earning goes beyond something decent. Public officers made rich if you ask me!!!

I share your views on this. Politicians should not...

2008-08-22T11:16:00.000-04:00

I share your views on this. Politicians should not make one law for themselves and another for the masses.

@ Durano: "Representa-thieves"!!!!

O...

2008-08-22T10:12:00.000-04:00

@ Durano: "Representa-thieves"!!!!

Oh my, you hit the nail on the head. I don't think I should say anymore, but as always your opinion encourages further conversation. Yes, this is thievery of the legal kind and unfortunately no one would bat an eye. IT wouldn't surprise me if a poll of many Nigerians would reveal that they aren't surprised and that they don't particularly care.

I keep my fingers crossed for Nigeria. I can't help it and I can't help but believe that good will overcome but it's getting pretty hard, I'll say.

Thanks for swinging by!

@ Akin: As always it is always exciting to see you around these parts. The scenario you depict is Nigeria down to a 'T'. Is there any end in sight? I don't know. Like you, I cannot help but worry. What is even worse is the fact that we Nigerians are so beaten down and can't even find the strength to really question such actions and demand a reversal. I am not judging Nigerians, most are too busy struggling to survive to care about dealing with such madness and the others are too busy defending the status quo from which they benefit.

Only time will tell, but I know for a fact that until we wake up and smell the roses and until the powers that be realize that a Nigeria where all have access to the incredible wealth that is in the hands of the few, we spell nothing but eventual doom for our children.

Oh, and now, they are 'claiming' a coup attempt. My post on that comes out on Monday. I hope to see your perspective on the issue at your site and even your thoughts on my take over here.

Thanks for stopping by.

Hello,

Isn't this what distorts political r...

2008-08-22T05:02:00.000-04:00

Hello,

Isn't this what distorts political representation if the ruling class as it were is so separated from the people it represents in means, privilege, access and favour?

It is the same reason why people fight to the death to be in office because there is no other rewarding part of our economy that offers the emoluments that being in the political line of business offers.

It is therefore not surprising that the fight against vices that impede progress is stunted, lacking in vision and looking like a pendulum vendetta depending on whose side you are on and whether you are in favour or not.

More importantly, these kinds of rewards leave more scope for in-fighting rather than legislation and oversight - it is an indictment of our democracy and the yawning gap between leadership and follower-ship.

I worry, really worry about what this means for Nigeria.

Regards,

Akin

Hi Solomonsydelle,

This is an abomination. ...

2008-08-22T03:56:00.000-04:00

Hi Solomonsydelle,

This is an abomination. How can they even think of giving themselves a raise when the people they supposedly represent are in dire straits? And it's not even a small adjustment, 100% at that! Isn't this reflective of living off the suffering of the marginalized citizens? It only lends credence to the notion that they truly are not the real representatives, perhaps they are the represent-a-thieves of Nigeria.

Politicians are a different breed. They seem to be always wanting to be above the people they serve, as if their perceived wealth will make them more believable to their constituents. Their constituents would only believe that they enriched themselves at the people's expense! What accomplishment can they show to deserve this pay hike? The people are still suffering and no improvement in their lives - even by way of hope - could be felt?

It could also mirror the extent of corruption in the country. If politicians, who are aware of then machinations in government, can so blatantly act with impunity as to increase their salaries legally - they must be in the know of grander acts of thievery in its most illegal sense. Despite the increase, they are within the legal umbrella and therefore morally above those who operate clandestinely.

I'm saddened by such developments in your country. There is so much at stake and Nigeria held so much hope for an emergent African Nation. I hope your President chooses the right path for his countrymen. :-) --Durano, done!