As the title states, i want to open a savings account in one of the Nigerian banks, I want to know which bank offers the best services and most competitive interest rates.

OP, what do you expect Buhari to go and do? Swim in the flooded streets? This is a natural disaster, the president has directed emergency agencies to start work, people are being evacuated where possible. Let's not be hypocritical, no sane person will go to a place of natural disaster talkless of a sane democracy sending their Commander in chief, may be when it's over Buhari might decide to visit, but for now let's all pray for the people there and not play politics with their predicament.

Nnamdi Kanu, leader of Indigenous People Of Biafra (IPOB), affirmed that the person presently ruling the country is not Muhammadu Buhari, claiming that the Nigerian government hired a look-alike to stand in for the president.

“The man you are looking at on the television is not Buhari, he is Jibril from Sudan. After extensive plastic surgery they brought him back. The person was taught Buhari’s mannerisms and he came back deceiving all of you. I can stand and prove who I am but Buhari cannot do the same thing. He cannot deceive Nnamdi Kanu and IPOB,” the IPOB leader said.

Mr. Kanu also said that arresting him for his secessionist agitation was “the worst mistake” Mr. Buhari made. He told his supporters that he would be appearing in court for his hearing and directed them to “burn down” Nigeria if he is rearrested.

“The worst mistake Buhari ever made was to arrest me. I will break the zoo into pieces. I am taking IPOB to Abuja on the 17th of next month for my court case. There will be 2 million people in Abuja. We take the battle to our enemies. You are under oath and by virtue of that oath you are under direct order from me, any day you hear I have been arrested, to burn down Nigeria to the ground.”

He also condemned The Sun Newspaper for publishing untrue stories about him. Debunking a report made by The Sun newspaper that he is on the run, Mr. Kanu blasted the newspaper for feeding the people with lies.

“It wasn’t my wish to speak but the more I keep quiet the more they keep lying. I am under oath to defend IPOB and I will do so. We can never, ever surrender. Don’t mind the lies they are feeding you. People want to sell their newspapers, they fabricate nonsense.” Mr. Kanu said.

Mr. Kanu, who is currently at the forefront of the Biafran secessionist movement, encouraged his people not to believe anything they hear from the media but only what he speaks.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ok9yksxYUho

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has expressed gratitude to God for the health and safe return of President Muhammadu Buhari.

He also stated that regardless of the party one belongs to, it would be insane for anyone not to be happy about the President’s return.

“It does not matter the party he belongs to, he is our president whether you like it or not, No sane person will say that his own president is sick then he will not rejoice when God has healed him, I don’t think that person is sane.

“For me, it is something that I must have to thank God almighty, you know what has happened these few days, the conjectures, the rumours and the rest of it so we are happy and that is why I am here today irrespective of the party I belong to.”

Governor Wike said this at the weekend after the President returned on Saturday from the UK where he was undergoing medical treatment.

He returned to wild Jubilation from across the country while many still have high expectations over what his next line of action will be.

However, in a nationwide address on Monday morning, President Buhari stressed firmly among other issues that Nigeria’s unity is not negotiable, in an apparent response to recent threats of quit notices and secession by some groups.

http://www.dailycorrespondents.com.ng/2017/08/only-a-mad-person-will-not-celebrate-the-recovery-of-the-president-gov-wike/

This is clearly a doctored picture and anyone that believes otherwise is a fool.

the source is a joke, they have a story up ''Aso Rock deserted as Shekau plans a visit''.. like seriously?

the funny thing is most ppl know deep down that this story is absolute crap and the source is suspicious to say the least, but they still choose to write stupid stuff. i cry for this country..

TippyTop:
I wish all Moslems what they wish Christians.
Happy El fitr.

Amin to that my fellow country man, it is a known tradition of our Prophet to wish for others what we wish for ourselves. Eid Mubarak

If you don't know what middle school means, a simple google search would have sufficed, but no let us smear Buhari's name at all cost. Useless zombies.
Muhammadu Buhari was born on 17 December 1942, in Daura, Katsina State, to his father Adamu and mother Zulaihat. He is the twenty-third child of his father. Buhari was raised by his mother, after his father died when he was about four years old.[10]

He attended primary school in Daura and Mai'adua before proceeding to Katsina Model School in 1953, and to Katsina Provincial Secondary School (now Government College Katsina) from 1956 to 1961.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muhammadu_Buhari

the President has gone home to spend his sallah break, I don't see anything wrong with that.

By
Dr. Nowa Omoigui


The only reason an Arabic inscription is, in combination with English, on Nigeria's currency today is the influence of history.

It has been so from the very first time paper currency was printed for Nigerian use (either for British or indigenous Traders). Before the Nigerian pound (replaced in 1973 by Naira and Kobo), the old West African Currency Board (WACB) pound (also known as West African Pound (WAP)) was in use, first from 1913 in restricted distribution, and then more generally from 1946 until 1959 in Nigeria, 1957 in Ghana, 1965 in Gambia and 1964 in Sierra Leone. Liberia also used the currency until 1943 when it changed to the U.S. dollar. British Southern Cameroon used it too, until the plebiscite of 1961.

The WAP - from which the post-independence currencies of Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone and Gambia were derived - also had Arabic inscriptions on it.

The original reason for Arabic was that Frederick Lugard (who was the first Commander of the West African Frontier Force (1897 - 99) and later the first High Commissioner of Northern Nigeria (1899 - 1906); and later the Governor of the protectorates of Northern and Southern Nigeria (1912 - 1914); and finally the first Governor General of post-amalgamation Nigeria (1914 - 1919 ); identified Arabic the only written "indigenous" language anywhere in Nigeria/West Africa, particularly among the widely spread Hausa trader class across the region. (See Lugard report to Parliament, 1919) Arabic inscriptions were, therefore, used as symbols, not only for currency but even on official West African Frontier Force badges etc... which persist until today in Nigerian Army badges etc...

In the mind of the British colonial administrators in Nigeria - whose administrative experience was heavily influenced by their military service in Northern Nigeria and other parts of the sahel belt of West Africa - rightly or wrongly, Arabic writing was to West Africa as Latin was to Europe. In addition to English, therefore, they used Arabic to domesticate British instruments meant for local use. The fact that such symbols still exist is one of many scars of the era of colonial rule. However, not all former British West African colonies still use Arabic translations on their currencies as a footnote to history. Nigeria and Gambia do. Ghana and Sierra Leone do not:

Nigeria http://www.kcshop.com/fc/p.php?pic=F1948

Gambia http://www.kcshop.com/fc/p.php?pic=F3451

Ghana http://www.kcshop.com/fc/p.php?pic=F623
http://www.bog.gov.gh/aboutus/currency.htm

Sierra Leone http://www.kcshop.com/fc/p.php?pic=F1704


In the West African Francophone colonies, where the local Franc (CFA) was adopted, the French policy of association and assimilation persisted, and the language used was exclusively French. No outlet was allowed for any indigenous written language.

http://www.kcshop.com/fc/p.php?pic=F4262

In summary, the persistence of Arabic writing in some Nigerian State instruments to this day is the legacy of one man - Lord FD Lugard - "our" first Governor General.

By the way, coincidentally, the word "Naira" means "big eyes" in the Andean language of Quechua, where it is used as a name for girls. It is also a Spanish name - Naira o Nayra - for both boys and girls. We were probably not aware of this in 1973 when - in an effort to escape from the "colonial" word "pound" - we adapted the name "Naira" from the word "Nigeria" - which in of by itself was originally suggested by then Flora Shaw (later Lady Flora Lugard) by collapsing the colonial geographical phrase "Niger-Area". "Niger-Area" became "Nigeria" on January 8th, 1897.

Even the word "Niger" is not indigenous. As I have observed elsewhere, the word "Niger" is actually a Greek imposed Latin name, which means "Black" or “very dark brown”. Needless to point out that the word "Area" is English.

Lastly, come to think of it, all I have written on the subject above is in English, which, whether spoken or written, is neither indigenous to my Edo nationality or Nigeria.

It seems we have a crisis of identity in every direction we turn!

Additional reading:

http://www.dawodu.com/money1.htm
http://www.nigeriabusinessinfo.com/cbn.htm
http://users.erols.com/kurrency/afhist.htm


Regards

NAO
source: http://www.gamji.com/nowa/nowa104.htm

I came across this explanation, I think it helps give an overview(source below);
The only reason an Arabic inscription is, in combination with English, on Nigeria's currency today is the influence of history.

It has been so from the very first time paper currency was printed for Nigerian use (either for British or indigenous Traders). Before the Nigerian pound (replaced in 1973 by Naira and Kobo), the old West African Currency Board (WACB) pound (also known as West African Pound (WAP)) was in use, first from 1913 in restricted distribution, and then more generally from 1946 until 1959 in Nigeria, 1957 in Ghana, 1965 in Gambia and 1964 in Sierra Leone. Liberia also used the currency until 1943 when it changed to the U.S. dollar. British Southern Cameroon used it too, until the plebiscite of 1961.

The WAP - from which the post-independence currencies of Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone and Gambia were derived - also had Arabic inscriptions on it.

The original reason for Arabic was that Frederick Lugard (who was the first Commander of the West African Frontier Force (1897 - 99) and later the first High Commissioner of Northern Nigeria (1899 - 1906); and later the Governor of the protectorates of Northern and Southern Nigeria (1912 - 1914); and finally the first Governor General of post-amalgamation Nigeria (1914 - 1919 ); identified Arabic the only written "indigenous" language anywhere in Nigeria/West Africa, particularly among the widely spread Hausa trader class across the region. (See Lugard report to Parliament, 1919) Arabic inscriptions were, therefore, used as symbols, not only for currency but even on official West African Frontier Force badges etc... which persist until today in Nigerian Army badges etc...

In the mind of the British colonial administrators in Nigeria - whose administrative experience was heavily influenced by their military service in Northern Nigeria and other parts of the sahel belt of West Africa - rightly or wrongly, Arabic writing was to West Africa as Latin was to Europe. In addition to English, therefore, they used Arabic to domesticate British instruments meant for local use. The fact that such symbols still exist is one of many scars of the era of colonial rule. However, not all former British West African colonies still use Arabic translations on their currencies as a footnote to history. Nigeria and Gambia do. Ghana and Sierra Leone do not
http://www.gamji.com/nowa/nowa104.htm

Naira Dari biyar, Naira dari, Naira dubu and Naira biyar. It is not Arabic per se but Ajami Arabic which is when hausa language is written in Arabic letters, I believe it was used because the Hausa people have been using this method of writing for hundreds of years, and even those that are not educated are believed to be able to read this.

This is not Lai Muhammad's original account, do your homework before posting false information.

StDonE:
Who is fooling who? They just realised that she made a grave mistake by her response to Ayodele Fayose.

This account is not Lai Muhammed's account, do your homework before posting false information.

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For those wondering the true story behind the picture. A man's car broke down in a crime prone neighborhood so he tried protecting it with juju. It is somewhere in Cameroon and I believe he came back to an intact car the next day.

snailspeed:


That is not a video of his arrival on Sunday. That is an old video. The pictures of his arrival are all conflicting. Even his media aides and APC Nigeria posted different pictures. Don't you people ever get that people are fully aware of these things? Hope you realise this is not the first time he has gone for medical trip?

I don't have anything against him going for a medical trip. But government should be transparent else the nation will suffer

Are you kidding me? Ask anyone that watched any tv station in Nigeria yesterday. THIS IS THE ACTUAL VIDEO OF HIM ARRIVING. And so what if this is not his first medical trip, the last time I checked it is not a crime to get sick. The President is alive, well and in charge, deal with it!

Let the work continue..

Orangina:
Nigerians what will be your reactions. i am just speculating.(not to be taken serious o)

I'll stop this at it's bud before it escalates. There is no way that can ever happen, the fact that you suggest this implies you are not well read in healthcare and finances. Speculations breed falsehood and ignorance, kindly refrain from them. God bless the President, God bless the federal Republic of Nigeria.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYRhlt-aqs8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYRhlt-aqs8 this is a video of his arrival, many people including myself posted photos which I can attest to their authenticity. All the major news stations carried the news of his return, so to be honest I don't get your point in starting this thread. The president is alive and well, deal with it!

collitexnaira:

What re you even saying,, what other evidence do they need rather the fact that a looted money was recovered from them , unless the money was not recovered then i will say there wasn't any evidence, and for how long will there case remain in court

The looted monies are the evidence, and the cases are going to remain in court for as long as the presiding judges see fit, possibly through the period of appeal. And if by any chance a judge finds any of them innocent the government has to give them back the money, that is the beauty of democracy, everyone is innocent until proven guilty.

BABA WHILE YOU WERE AWAY:
1. The Naira was allowed to Battle among Hawks and Killers
2. Your Small Minister of Petroleum said N13 Billion for land does not matter. N13billion Baba!!!
3. Governor's of the Niger Delta & Some Ministers indicated that corruption charges against NIGER Delta sons be dropped before Pipeline bombing will stop. Baba we said Impossicant.
4. Legislooters were accused of sexual harassment by the US Ambassador & we were not surprised by the Legislooters & the Americans. Rapist & Iraq on our minds
5. The NASS began discussions on Lifetime Immunity & Pensions. Baba if you agree to this, we will occupy Aso Rock.
6. The Cornerstone of your Social Safety Net Program, The N-Power Website caught the PHCN Virus. It has been on & off.
7. Your Ministers have been Fighting, You Foot Soldiers have been Quarrelling, Hunger is now Nationalized and your VP has been Fantastically outstanding Baba.
8. The Number of Militancy groups in the Niger Delta has increased. Some are now demanding for exclusive right to the Refining of Ogogoro. Baba we told you, not to negotiate with economic saboteurs.
9. The Cultist in the South South increased their Killings, IPOB/Biafrauds aligned with the Ijaw Scavengers officially but have refused to blow up any Federal Infrastructure in the South East.
10. The Abuja-Kaduna Standard Gauge Rail Project was successfully test run but the debate over who should take credit is so far inconclusive.
11. Bukola Saraki and Ekweremadu have been charged for Forgery, Your Lawyers are Battling your WAEC Certificate issues in Court and FFK has been officially charged, but he claimed he did not know the Money belonged to government. Baba imagine the excuse.
12. Perpetual Wailers and Certified Haters said You had Cancer of the Ear, Then they said you had died and just this morning baba, they said you were to be returned in a stretcher.
Baba you disappointed them.Baba, while you were away your Warriors Stood Firm.

i believe that is not the Emir, but his eldest son.

aminaadamu:
Old pictures

Na so the thing they start

these pictures were taken today, here is a source:http://saharareporters.com/2016/06/19/photonews-president-buhari-returns-london

here you go

more

Welcome back Sir!

the Boss is back, haters should go hide in shame.

President Muhammadu Buhari returned to Nigeria on Sunday after 10 days official vacation in London.

He arrived in Abuja, the nation’s capital, at about 5:30 p.m. local time.

The President had travelled to the UK on June 6 to rest and also see an E.N.T. specialist for ear infection evaluation.

A spokesman for the President, Mr Femi Adesina, had in a statement said President Buhari’s Personal Physician and an E.N.T. Specialist had recommended further evaluation of the ear after they had examined him.
On June 16, the acting President of Nigeria and the Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, said President Buhari would return to Nigeria on Sunday.

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo hinted State House correspondents of the President’s return date before the National Executive Council meeting held in the council chambers.

The Vice President said that he spoke with the President and confirmed that he was in good health.

Professor Osinbajo said that there was no need for the President to start rushing back to the country but should spend the weekend there and get back home on Sunday.
source:http://www.channelstv.com/2016/06/19/buhari-returns-nigeria-10-days-vacation-london/