It is our common knowledge thet the purchase price of a CFL (Compact Flourescent Lamp) popularly called energy saving bulb is typically 3–10 times greater than that of an equivalent incandescent lamp, a CFL is claimed to lasts 8–15 times longer and uses two-thirds to three-quarters less energy. A U.S. article stated "A household that invested $90 in changing 30 fixtures to CFLs would save $440 to $1,500 over the five-year life of the bulbs, depending on your cost of electricity.

These CFLs are supposedly extremely cost-effective in commercial buildings when used to replace incandescent lamps.

In Nigeria, I have noticed incessent failures of these CFLs to meet the average lifetime. I can say (from my experience) they do not last any where near the acclaimed 8000Hrs average lifetime or even up to the lifetime of the traditional incandescent I was using. Ofcourse it is undoubtful that I got power saving from these bulbs but there failure rate is really alarming. Average life 8000hrs ( 11 months 3days )

I need opinion of NLrs on these CFLs - What are your feeling about them? Have they met your expectations in terms of cost, performance and lifespan?

kindly share experience for the benefit of all.

By coincidence, I share same birth day with IBB. Though I am not IBB fan, but I will say 'Happy birthday to all those born on same day as me'.
you never can tell who will be good till the person is dead.
Happy brith 17th August delivered!

.... and this Akinbola of a man!!. Is he also from the North? .cos I learnt the theives are more over there. What of the other northern er Ceicelia Ibru and eh am,- this subsidy bribe guru. pls somebody should remind me his name? ..... I beleive they should be well dealt with for the suffereings the've caused many Nigerians.

@all
Has any body heard something about using the empty cob in making ceiling? I heard somebody talking of using G/nut shell for the same purpose. But how true are these ascertions? or rather how practicable r they in Nigeria is the multi million Naira question.

@mbatuku2
thanks for ur advice. But I think that should be the last resort.
ie if everything has failed to yield money.

@stagger
Exactly my thought. I mean as a nation, we should invest in such research. Because we produce this empty cobs in hundreds of tons every year. And all we do with these large tonnage is to litter our socoeity?
But who do we talk to?
Abi you sabi GEJ to advice him. This need urgent attention just like the cassava bread.

I observed animals not eating the cob as is. At least sheep doesnt. Pls which animal have you tested this formula on.

@femu
Ahh. I never thought of this. But can animals really eat the empty cob? By the way which animals in particular?
thank u for ur advice.

Just wondering why is there alot of wastages associated with farming Corn in Nigeria. I just got back from farm after transporting home some of my produce.
as you can see below:

I am really happy with the harvest and wish to thank the Almighty for his fovor.
However, after removing heap of corn cob cover which I had to painfully dispose before removing the grains from the cob, I am now left with another substancila mass of empty cobs. I thus have this naggiging question bugging my mind. The question is simply wheather there is any commercial value a farmer can get from the empty cobs after removing the grains considering the cost of transportation from farm to home and labor involved.


By chance if yo've known any research done in this area that can be applied to our Nigerian environment kindly share it with us.
Any usefull suggestion is highly welcome please.
thank you.

Haba NCC boss. Is it not part of your responsibility to protect the telcos against collapse. The action/inaction of the Ncc has led to the demise of NITEL, followed by the CDMA operators and now the favourite bride GSM is on the execution line. If only MTN is making profit shouldnt that give u sleepless nights looking for solution,especially considering the job losses and extinction of many small businesses that will trail further collapse of operator like glo,etisalat or airtel.
And if truly these companies are making profit, what is stopping you from collecting what is due to government?
Don't leave your job to public hearing only.

I am farmer and a commodity trader. I live in nassarawa state. I am interested in being ur agent. call me so we can discuss more. 08186333499, saniby@gmail.com

Pls take time to help others. One Mr. Adesina, Isiaka Olalere, Borife Local govt. Oshogbo, Osun state, and a graduate of Ladoke Akintola university lost his credentials in Maraba near Abuja. . A good samaritan found them and brought them. But there was no contact number to reach Mr. Adesina within the lost documents. Please,
If you know the person please tell him to contact me via email saniby@yahoo.com or via phone on 08186333499 for his documents.
May the Almighty rewards you as you help others.

While you await invitation, take time to help others. One Mr. Adesina, Isiaka Olalere, from Iragbiji Borife Local govt. Oshogbo, Osun state, and a graduate of Ladoke Akintola university lost his credentials in Maraba near Abuja. . A good samaritan found them and brought them. But there was no contact number to reach Mr. Adesina within the lost documents. Please,
If you know the person please tell him to contact me via email saniby@yahoo.com or via phone on 08186333499 for his documents.
May the Almighty rewards you as you help others.

Hey Naija, After working for 30 years somebody will deny you ur pension. We should quickly sentence this Boko Halal (BH) Perm Sec to ....... . Yes send them to the world he and his accomplices deserve, Yes quickly a beg.
Who is in charge! I mean who is really in charge!!, We are tired of handed-over-to-Efcc and ICPC story ... and the bull s Hit judiciary that see and punish only the poor.
We need action quickly. Abi? what do u say NLders?.

Thats fine. How much is the profit margin like? can I have a pricelist and minimum order I can make to evaluate feasibilty?

do you operate in Maraba axis near abuja? I am interested in becoming a distributor.

while we condem killing of innocent soul enywhere by whoever, but one cannot dismiss the inciting tone of some NLders in their post. I beleive some of you guys are sponsored to ferment trouble and create further distrust amongst the Nigerian people. I beleive the break Nigeria project sponsored by US.A scheduled for delivery in 2015 is quitlyt on course with ur contribution.
wake up now. you may still never know peace with four or more smaller nations afterall.

@djustice
I do hope that u include ur village in the list of ur proporz violence pts. For idoma, Tivs & jukuns they are no mercinaries of ur foolishness & midiocrity. by the way what do U stand to get fuelling killing and devastation in peaceful areas? I hope u r not a witch happy when blood is shed. bei guided pls.

we r based in the north and involved in agro allied. we would like tod have young people in lagos and Ph to distribute our products. we need only credible people with verifiable guarantors. interested please forward details to danalbarka@gmail. com

J. janG ur words are inciting, u don't talk like a leader, rather u speak like a coward trying to please a segment of the society you govern. since when do u realise u need the FG to stop the violence u ve fuelled with ur words and actions. my God save the situation.

mtts! My country men, you complain quite alot. I pity U. why don't you keep quiet & enjoy ur umbrella with GEj on e pilot? $500 to e friends of e big umbrella monthly is 2 small safe. since we chose tribal and religious affiliations inplace of merit & credence, why not -I mean - why not $6bn leakage in one sector alone. rmbr e umbrella is to spin over ur heads for only 50 years or maybe more. may The Almighty guide us right.

@Maclatunji
thanks for your guidance please.

And to the supposedly educated illitra, ;  can you help me ask them whether they have any knowledge that the Islamic banking as introduced is being made compulsary for all ? why are they shivering over what they have alternatives to? We opted for islamic banking because we dont have alternative to it. When they chose to eat Pig ad drink alcohol (and clamed it to be lawful in their religion) did anybody wage a war on them? the answer is No!. Simply I have the feeling that those in opposition of this bank are cowards that are benefiting from the rot of the current system that has not served this nation in its over fifty years since independance.  

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Pics &
How much is this car going for?

post pic for us to see!

Hi Fhemmy,
How much do I need to get the following cars:
a. Golf4, Auto Tx, factory AC, Allow wheel
b. Golf3 Auto Tx, Power windows, factory ac , Alloy wheels.

the cars need to be very clean and accident free.
Landing cost to Lagos with authentic custom duty please.

Hi Kaymed,
How much do I need to get the following cars:
a. Golf4, Auto Tx, factory AC, Allow wheel
b. Golf3 Auto Tx, Power windows, actory ac , Alloy wheels.

@dizzyBizzy
Where is the loc of the Vehicle. I will offer 1m if it is in good order after inspection.

Hi Jucol,
What about the Dyna. I think I am interested if it is still available.

How much will it cost for a Toyota Camry 2001 auto, factory AC.
my email is saniby@gmail.com