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Autos / Re: Sold by ferociouz(m): 1:57am On Sep 15, 2021 |
Has it been repainted? |
Autos / Re: Distress Sale Nissan Xterra 2004 For #900k by ferociouz(m): 4:32pm On Sep 13, 2021 |
Is this still available? If yes, send a number I can call you at. |
Autos / Re: Nissan Xterra 2005 Model Going for (1m, salah bonus) For Sale In Lagos by ferociouz(m): 4:30pm On Sep 13, 2021 |
Is this still available? If yes, send a number I can call you at. |
Autos / Re: Total Cost Of Clearing A Vehicle In Nigeria by ferociouz(m): 4:52pm On May 29, 2021 |
Please, how much can I clear a 2008 Nissan Altima? |
Politics / Re: Nigerians In South Africa Protest At Embassy Against Extortion, Poor Service by ferociouz(m): 12:57pm On May 27, 2021 |
THE NIGERIAN CONSULATE IN NEW YORK: AN INTERNATIONAL EXTENSION, OF THE NIGERIAN BUREAUCRATIC TORTURE � I applied to renew my Nigerian passport in January of 2020. You apply, and pay online. I was given an appointment date for September 27, 2020. I was shocked. What organization or Corporation can be that busy or backed up to give me a 9 months waiting period. Then the Coronavirus hits America in March of 2020. I can now justify the long wait. I kept monitoring the Nigerian Consulate website, they never posted anything about Covid 19 hindering their operation. On the day of my appointment, the weather was vicious, snow everywhere. I took an Uber ride to Manhattan. Normally this ride would cost me $45. On this day I paid $101.67. When I got to the Nigerian consulate, the building was closed. And there was no notification saying why. I noticed a long line of people snaking into the streets. They were fellow Nigerians who came to renew their passports. Among them was a woman with two kids crying uncontrollably. She said it's her first time up North. She came all the way from Arizona. She knows no one in New York and cannot afford any hotel in Manhattan. I felt so bad, I was tempted to ask her to stay over in my place. I quickly decided against that because I didn't want her to think otherwise. It is important to know that if you are Nigerian, and living in America, there are only three cities you can go, to renew your passport. These cities are New York, Washington DC, and Atlanta. After a long wait, a strange looking man suddenly appeared from the building, and nonchalantly said, "Due to Covid 19, we are closed. We are only open on Wednesdays, and Fridays". Then came the shocker. He said "Those with Appointments must go back to reapply online, to get new appointment dates" I quizzed the man....."Why did you not post on your website that you are closed due to Covid 19"? He quickly shot back "That is not my job". Normally I would have shredded this Consulate Dummy, but the woman crying got me. I did the least I can do for her, and went my way. My Sister Jane in California helped me reapply for passport renewal. I get another date for February 3, 2021. Then the Calamity happens. My Mother, the only True love of my life dies on December 13, 2020 in California. Now my case is Urgent. On February 3, 2021, I took an Uber ride to the Nigerian consulate, again it cost me an arm and a leg, because the weather was bad. The notice on my appointment letter says "We are open from 10:00am to 12 noon. I got there at exactly 11: 02 am . Just as I tried entering the building, this uncouth, trash talking Nigerian security man jammed the door on my foot. Oh my.....I was livid. I was ready to do harm, and go to jail. This man said "we are closing early today, the Snow is coming". I ignored this profoundly Rude idiot, and forced my way in. I said "Dude I have an appointment, and it's my second time here, and I won't budge until my passport is Renewed today. The man threatened to call the police, if I didn't leave immediately. I ignored him, and he called the cops to remove me from the building. In a Blink four Manhattan metropolitan police surrounded me. I didn't flinch. They asked to see my identification. I showed them. They asked the uneducated Nigerian thug, working for the consulate, what is the problem? He said I am not supposed to be here. The police asked me what I came to do. I gave them my appointment letter. I gave them a background story, how this is my second time here. Then they looked at my letter and saw the time stamped on it. They were surprised and indeed angry with the Nigerian Cave idiot. The police said, Sir this man has an appointment to be here today, and he is here before your stated closing time. Why will you close the Consulate because of your anticipation of Snow ? How is it his business that it's going to Snow ? Do you not know how far these people came? Many Nigerians who saw me with the police quickly made a B---line and Disappeared. Instead of sticking it out, and insisting on their Rights to be attended to. I first entered this building in 2008 I believe. I came for something different. I was standing on this line that never moved an inch for an hour. I left the line and began to study the room, and stuff. That's when I noticed the trashy, weather-beaten Nigerian map on the wall. It reflected only 23 states. I was sure that there are 36 states in the Nigerian federation. I politely walked up to the receptionist, a woman who was filing her nails, and chewing gum so loud like a wild Cayote. I said this Map does not represent the current Nigeria. She rolled her pancaked Eyes at me, and said in halting English....."Oga na Nigerian map you come to look. What is my Concern with the map". I digress. As I waited to be attended to, I began to study everything in the building. You wouldn't dare allow your Dog to sit on the nasty gray carpet. The chairs had months of food crumbs on them. And they were taped to keep from wobbling. Dust mites and cobwebs everywhere. I spent 3 hours in the Nigerian Consulate. Two hours just waiting to be called for the Biometric procedure. They have 3 people doing the job one fellow ought to do. Someone is at the door to verify your appointment date. Someone is standing like a mannequin in the lobby, just pointing to the Elevator you should take. And another who rides with you to the 8th floor interview room. How stupid, and retarded is that ? I must say people who work here have no passion for what they do. There is a lackadaisical attitude among the workers here. They dress to work, like they are going to a Barbecue party. Some take sadistic pleasure to punish you, by frustrating, and running you circles. It is their fiefdom. Like the Nigerian police I engaged in Abuja, you are not expected to question anything. Keep your Brilliant ideas to yourself. We like it the way it is here. I saw posters promoting the Nigerian National identification card. It's mandatory. It's the Nigerian equivalent of the Social Security system in the United States of America. I thought it was a good idea, and decided to sign up for it. When I asked a Consulate official about the process, he wore a silly smirk on his face, and nonchalantly said to me, "My Brother leave that thing. Na just poster we post. Nobody is doing it here". I asked him why are you not Educating people about this national project ? He quickly said "I don't know anything about that". I was stunned by his comment. He quickly disappeared. I saw a bold sign on the wall stating, "No photographs allowed in this building". I quickly got an idea. I braved it, and secretly took these pictures below. The only sane man I met in the Nigerian consulate is Vincent Ousman. He was very smartly dressed in form fitting slacks and a neck tie. As he was fingerprinting me he said, he heard me asking questions. He said "Welcome to my world Sir". I work here. It is a madhouse here. We have someone here, whose job is to answer the phone, but she doesn't care. And no one does anything if you complain". I asked him if I can speak to the Consulate General ? He said he is not here, but I should write to him. He said the Consulate General is very aware of peoples complaints. However he told me what the Consulate General said, and I quote......"I can't do anything with 10, or 20 complaints. I need at least 200 complaints before I can act". lf you are reading, do you not want to Slap the Consulate General Silly ? Who are these people ? How does Nigeria give someone with such retarded psychology such responsibility ? After the interview, you are told, you must wait one month for the passport to arrive. Now my Mother is dead. I don't have that luxury to wait. I wrote a letter to the Consulate General. In the letter, I wanted to know why I had to wait one month for a new passport. They say, the passport is coming from Nigeria. I said this is beyond ridiculous. The Embassy or the Consulate is a country's window to the world. The Nigerian Embassy is Nigeria abroad. Every thing needed to run an Embassy ought to exist where that Embassy is located. It is dizzying to me, to be told by retarded Nigerian Embassy staff "We are waiting for Passports from Abuja". Surprise, Surprise, I got a response from the Consulate General. He said, "Mr. Maxie Ehieze, I heard about you. We are doing our best to make the Consulate efficient". Before I left, I decided to visit the Senegalese, and the Egyptian Embassies. Both Embassies were happy to see me. The Senegalese Embassy has a Beautiful pictorial history of their Country on the walls. Same with Egypt. Historical, and Cultural artifacts beautifully displayed in the rooms. And the fake "Giant of Africa" has nothing. There is nothing about the History, nor her Cultural heritage of Nigeria, in her Consulate building. How shameful is that ? "The Nigerian House" otherwise known as the Consulate Building is a pretty forest-green marble high rise, standing alone, in New York's prime Avenue. The Nigerian House is one block away from The "United Nations", situated by the famed Hudson River. No Country's Embassy or Consulate dares to compare with the Majestic Beauty of the Nigerian House, until you enter the building. Then you cry Rivers for the inept, and profoundly Corrupt contraption called Nigeria. Nigeria is a hot mess. Those who parade, and suffocate people like me, with their Silly Patriotism, are partly responsible for the longevity of this Crooked and Evil amalgamation, parading as a country. There is no Country. This Forced and Abused Marriage, masquerading as a country must be Divorced. I got my passport a week after I wrote to the Consulate General. Go figure � 4 Likes 1 Share |
Autos / Need A Good Nigerian Used Car Between 300-350k by ferociouz(m): 2:07pm On Oct 24, 2018 |
Dear NLs, I need a car that's within the above range. I intend giving it to an elderly couple that desperately needs mobility. Thanks. |
Pets / What Kind Of Creature Is This???? by ferociouz(m): 10:55am On Jul 16, 2016 |
Saw this animal at my mechanic's workshop this morning. I have never seen such creature before and nobody around knows what it is called. Does anyone know what its name is?
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Jobs/Vacancies / Re: How An Office Cleaner Outshined 6 'graduates' Today by ferociouz(m): 5:47pm On Jan 31, 2016 |
PubLlcEnemy:So what happened to reading up on a company and digging up as much information as you can get on the organization before going for the interview? What even made you think the questions asked were about the company? |
Celebrities / Re: Top 5 One Hit Nigerian Musicians by ferociouz(m): 6:13pm On Jan 09, 2016 |
NaLaugh:My exact thoughts! Or maybe the OP has another definition for one hit wonder. 1 Like |
Romance / Re: What Do I Do? She Insists We Must Have Sex In Our Relationship by ferociouz(m): 7:10am On Jan 06, 2016 |
ifymagik:Bro, have you looked at it from the angle that she might just be scared that you can't have a hard-on? Has she ever seen you have one? Seriously, I have met ladies who told me they have stylishly led their men on just to confirm their potency. If she'said not sure of your potency, that could just be the reason why she'said asking for sex because she wouldn't want to marry an impotent man and be subsequently contemplating having extra-marital affair. Ultimately, it might not be the sex she wants but a confirmation of your manhood. |
Phones / Re: 7 Smart Ways To Quickly Save Data On Your Android Phone by ferociouz(m): 11:12pm On Jan 04, 2016 |
v4victor:will it work on Samsung galaxy s4? If yes, how do I subscribe? |
Politics / Re: Fayose Hangs Out With Market Women In Ekiti (Photos) by ferociouz(m): 6:41am On Nov 07, 2015 |
seunmsg: You obviously don't know what is going on in Ekiti. I live in Ogun State and I'm not Yoruba. I traveled to Kogi via Ekiti in August and to say I was impressed by the state of the roads in Ekiti is an understatement! The state of the roads in Ekiti is in stark contrast with the ones in neighboring states of Kogi and Osun. 17 Likes 1 Share |
Sports / Re: FIFA U-17 World Cup: Nigeria Vs Croatia 1 - 2 (Live) by ferociouz(m): 2:04am On Oct 24, 2015 |
Icon4s: Having nothing to play for still doesn't stop them from stringing two, three passes together. It's not about the scores of the match but the quality of football played by the Eaglets. 4 Likes |
Sports / Re: FIFA U-17 World Cup: Nigeria Vs Croatia 1 - 2 (Live) by ferociouz(m): 1:54am On Oct 24, 2015 |
Mekyno: Nigeria did not rest any player. The coach started the same 11 he used against Chile except for Anumudu who is suspended. 3 Likes |
Autos / Re: SOLD- Almost New Ford Explorer Jeep For 350k Only by ferociouz(m): 10:32pm On Oct 06, 2015 |
Is it V6 or V8? |
Autos / Re: Sweet Reg 2000 VW Passat Mint by ferociouz(m): 9:04am On Sep 30, 2015 |
When was the car registered in Nigeria? Is it the first body? And can you please post the pictures of the interior? |
Autos / Re: Naija Used 05 Nissan Altima 250k....sold by ferociouz(m): 9:03pm On Sep 07, 2015 |
This is definitely not a 2005 Altima. Is it the first body sir? |
Education / Re: Prof. Theo Vincent, Ex-uniport VC Who Lives In A Slum by ferociouz(m): 8:32pm On Sep 06, 2015 |
boladez:My thought exactly! There's more to this story. |
Celebrities / Re: Lauryn Hill At African Shrine Last Night (photos) by ferociouz(m): 7:00pm On Sep 01, 2015 |
Lauryn Hill falls in the same order with Erykah Badu and India.Arie to me. Their lyrics/songs are soulful, deep and so, so thought provoking. |
Jobs/Vacancies / Telepoint Communications, Anyone? by ferociouz(m): 4:45pm On Jun 17, 2015 |
Please does anyone in the house know this company? It is situated at Salvation bus stop on Opebi road. My brother was there after getting a message that vacancy exists for call center agents whom would be paid 95k per month. On getting there they were told that they would have to undergo training which would cost 53k in total. After the training, they would be issued certificates which they would take to telecommunication companies for recruitment. My question is why would they collect money from job applicants for training them if they are not scammers? |
Autos / Re: Reg 03 Nissan Altima For Sale By SBM Autos by ferociouz(m): 7:51am On May 30, 2015 |
Can you post their pictures and details please? |
Autos / Registered 03-05 Nissan Altima Needed!! by ferociouz(m): 1:14am On May 30, 2015 |
A 2003-2005 Nigerian used Nissan Altima is needed urgently. Please do not bother to post if it is not first body. |
Autos / Re: Reg 03 Nissan Altima For Sale By SBM Autos by ferociouz(m): 12:45am On May 30, 2015 |
Is this one still available? If it is, please post pictures of engine, interior, etc. How much is it going for? |
Autos / Re: Sold! Sold!! Sold!!! Distress Sale 2008 Nissan Sentra (Show Me The Money) by ferociouz(m): 5:18pm On May 26, 2015 |
Is it first body? Can i pay 500k? 1 Like |
Autos / Re: Nissan Sentra 2003 (700,000) Tokunbo by ferociouz(m): 12:01pm On May 25, 2015 |
Autos / Re: Nissan Sentra 2003 (700,000) Tokunbo by ferociouz(m): 12:58pm On May 24, 2015 |
Called you but your line wasn't going through. When was the car registered? Can it go for 550k? 1 Like |
Autos / Re: Clean 05 Nissan Altima For Sale By SBM Autos by ferociouz(m): 5:59am On May 24, 2015 |
I'm offering 500k sir. |
Career / Re: What FCMB Contract Staff Said On Reading UBA Contract Staff Complaints by ferociouz(m): 3:17pm On May 20, 2015 |
cynosure245: So bros, since you want us to face facts, can you tell us how much your mass marketers earn monthly? |
Autos / Re: Clean Tokumbo 2002 Model Honda Odyssey @880k by ferociouz(m): 2:34pm On May 20, 2015 |
Would 700k get this car? |
Autos / Re: Nissan Sentra by ferociouz(m): 2:31pm On May 20, 2015 |
Is this car still available? |
Autos / Re: Its time this baby goes. Neat 2004 Audi A4! N650K by ferociouz(m): 2:25pm On May 20, 2015 |
Hello sir, can 600k get this car? And where is your location? |
Career / Re: What FCMB Contract Staff Said On Reading UBA Contract Staff Complaints by ferociouz(m): 2:11pm On May 20, 2015 |
omokab: FCMB does not use agents. They employ their DSAs themselves. They have a channel they call DSA channel. They even have DSA HR Department. Be sure of your facts before you post them. 1 Like 1 Share |
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