See How Much money Nigerians Abroad Sent Home In 2015

With about $21 billion sent home by Nigerians in diaspora in 2015, the country is the sixth largest receiver of remittances in the world, the Migration of Remittance Factbook 2016 has shown. The country is also by far the largest receiver of remittances in sub-Saharan Africa, receiving a total of $34.8 billion this year. The report, which relied on data gathered from January to December 1, 2015, was compiled by the Global Knowledge Partnership on Migration and Development with support from the World Bank, German, Swedish and Swiss governments. An analysis of the report by PREMIUM TIMES also shows that the United States and the United Kingdom are by far the most lucrative destinations for Nigerian migrants. Nigerians at home received a total of $9.4 billion ($5.7 billion from the US and $3.7 billion from the UK) from both countries in 2015. According to the report, the U.S. is the top remittance-sending country in the world. A total of $56.3 billion was sent out of the US to other parts of the world. The second largest remittance-sending country is Saudi Arabia with $36.9 billion followed by Russia ($32.6 billion), Switzerland ($24.7billion) and Germany ($20.8 billion). The report also shows that the cost of sending money within Africa is the second most expensive in the world (the most expensive being the cost of sending money between Australia to the South Pacific country of Vanuatu). For every $200 remitted from South Africa to Zambia, senders are charged 19 per cent. The cost is 17.4 per cent to send the same amount from South Africa- Botswana and 17.3 per cent from Tanzania to Uganda. In comparison, it cost just 0.6 per cent to send the same amount of money from Saudi Arabia to Nepal and 3.1 per cent from the United Arab Emirate to anywhere in the world. Migration According to the report, Nigeria is the third most preferred destination for migrants in Africa after South Africa and Ivory Coast. Nigeria is the fifth emigration country in the continent behind Somalia, Burkina Faso, Sudan and Democratic Republic of Congo. The report observed that 2.5 per cent (23.2 million) of the total population of sub-Saharan Africa are migrants. The study showed that Africa is by far the choicest destination for African migrants. 84.6 per cent of African migrants are living within the region. While 4.2 per cent African migrants are found in high-income countries such as the US and in the European Union. The top 10 migrant destinations in the world, the report revealed, are the US (46.1 million), Saudi Arabia (14.6 million), Germany (11.1 million), Russia (11 million), United Arab Emirate (8 million), UK (7.8 million), France (7.5 million), Canada (7.4 million), Spain (6.6 million) and Australia (6.5 million). Source: premiumtimes

10 Things I Have Learned From Dating Naija Girls

1. A girl will make a guy chase her as long as she can’t trust him. 2. Never brag in front of her. When you brag in her present, she’ll think you are trying to impress her. instead let her brag n try to impress you. 3. Most naija guys are single while most girls are in relationship. This is funny but true, I have a friend who has about 7 girlfriends and these girls are all faithful to him. I’m sure you get my point. 4. Girls like funny guys but most funny guys get friend zoned, except for the smartass funny guys 5. Girls are different, you can’t use the same tricks on different girls. Forget it, there re no particular steps in getting any girl. If there are steps to getting every girl, then every guy will not have problem getting a girl. Just know the type of woman you are dealing with then play along and learn from your mistakes. 6. Guess what ,,If you are rich, women will chase you. Anybody telling you that you don’t need money to get a woman is a learner. Money is always involved in one way or the other. 7. As a guy,,, your look does not matter much. 8. Beautiful girls are easier to get than the average ones. Only experience guys knows what am talking about. 9. Girls love s*x. Most nice guys think girls don’t like s*x… I’m laughing at those guys now. 10. Yes, bad guys and arrogant/proud guys always get the girls(especially girls with low self esteem). Confident and independent ladies will never fall for the bad guys. Feel free to add yours…

Boko Haram Militants Close To Defeat – Buhari Tells BBC

The Nigerian military is close to completely defeating Islamist Boko Haram militants, President Muhammadu Buhari has told the BBC He said the militants could no longer mount conventional attacks against security forces or population centres. “I think, technically, we have won the war,” he said. The president has given the army until the end of the month to defeat Boko Haram, whose six-year insurgency has devastated north-eastern Nigeria. But the BBC’s Bashir Sa’ad Abdullahi in the capital, Abuja, says that the deadline is likely to be extended as Boko Haram is still bombing areas despite losing towns under its control. Critics of the government argue that it has exaggerated the scale of its success against the militants, and that each time the army claims to have wiped out Boko Haram, the militants have quietly rebuilt. The insurgency is said to have killed some 17,000 people and left more than two million homeless. The jihadists have been forced to cut back on suicide bombings as a result of the military action against them, President Buhari said. “Boko Haram has reverted to using improvised explosive devices (IEDs),” he said. “They have now been reduced to that.” “Boko Haram is an organised fighting force, I assure you, [but] we have dealt with them.” He said the militants had all but been driven out from Adamawa and Yobe states and remained a force only in its heartland of Borno state. “They cannot now marshal forces and attack towns or attack military installations and so on as they did before. “I don’t think this is mad talking.” The president said that Nigeria had reorganised and reequipped the military. which had received training from the British, the Americans and the French. “A lot is being done,” he said.

Read President Buhari’s Christmas Message To Nigerians

I felicitate with all Nigerians, especially our Christian brothers and sisters, on the joyous occasion of this year’s Christmas. On this occasion of the commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ, let us all rededicate ourselves to the virtues of peace, love, honesty, justice, equity, piety, humility and service to others which he taught. There can be no doubt that a greater manifestation of these virtues and ideals in our lives will immensely help us to become a more united, peaceful, secure and progressive nation. Let us also reach out in love and compassion to fellow Nigerians who are in distress at this period of our nation’s history. I particularly urge you all to remember victims of terrorism and insurgency in the country, especially Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs). The Federal Government will continue to collaborate with state governments and other stakeholders to ease the harsh conditions in IDP camps, while the ultimate objective remains to quickly put an end to insurgency and return the IDPs to their homes. We must never again allow any group to hold the nation to ransom under whatever guise. Let us also not allow current socio-economic and security challenges to dampen our expectations for a better Nigeria. This administration has taken a number of measures to restore hope to our people. The 2016 Budget defines our commitment to giving Nigeria a new lease of life. Our change slogan is not a campaign gimmick but a promise that must be kept. We are determined to bring about tangible changes in the lives of our people. In this regard, efforts will be intensified to recover stolen funds, block revenue leakages and enthrone due process, transparency and accountability. Public office is a public trust that must be held to the highest ethical standards. I wish all Nigerians a Merry Christmas. Please drive carefully. MUHAMMADU BUHARI

Fans Blast Actor Femi Adebayo For Kissing His Daughter On The Lips (Photo)

Popular actor, Femi Adebayo probably thought it was about him appreciating his daughter when he uploaded a picture of himself kissing her on Instagram. However, he got more than he bargained for from his fans who came at him with fangs bared for daring to kiss his own daughter on the lips. Some of them claimed that such an act was inappropriate, but others came to Femi’s rescue, saying that there is nothing untoward about the picture. Though Femi has deleted the offensive comments, here are some of the comments in his favour:

[Must Read] 10 Reasons To Marry A Nigerian

Nigerians are some of the happiest people in the entire world. Even with all the daily challenges. What could be better than spending the rest of one’s life with one of the happiest people in the world. If you need more reasons we’ve got it covered. 1. Nigerians are beautiful Every tribe or culture boasts of the most beautiful people you will ever see. Both men and women are beauties to behold. The beautiful kids that will come about. And will have you like “look at God!”. 2. You will always be well fed Nigerians know quite well that the way to the heart is through the belly most times. We could be classified as the “stomach welfare” country as we cook good food, and eat good food. Guaranteed you will never be hungry. 3. Always ready for anything Nigerians have a saying “there is nothing that is coming from above, the ground cannot take”. We live by this so you can be rest assured that a Nigerian spouse can handle any challenge. How do you think we have coped with unstable electricity all this while. 4. Prepare to be spoiled It is standard, when you are in a relationship with a Nigerian it will feel like the time of your life. Gifts, outings, trips, money for hair, gifts for his birthday. See Nigerians are simply the best. 5. Nigerians are always respectful and well trained This is one huge forte of our people. They always give respect when it is due, whether it is to parents, in-laws, slightly elderly people or even dead people. See how much we respect other humans around us. 6. Nigerians always have an education and ambition Nigerians are one of the most educated sets of people in the world. And any Nigerian you will come across has a substantial level of education and either strive to get more or is really ambitious. You know we have to make that money to impress our spouses and friends. 7. Nigerian weddings are the best Wedding ceremonies in Nigeria are one of the best events you will see. From the introduction to the engagement, to the wedding and the reception, it is always live! The food, music, decor, traditional attires, emcees and a lot more is always a bauty to behold. 8. Nigerians are hardworking This fact can not be stressed enough. This country boasts of the most hardworking people. Marrying someone who is hardworking guarantees that your every need will be catered to whether you are the husband or the wife. 9. Nigerians are romantic Every tribe in Nigeria has endearing words for their loved ones. When a Nigerian is wooing or praising his or her spouse, it is indeed one of the best things to hear. From “Iyawo mi”, to “Omalicha nwa” there are a ton of them. 10. Your wedding proposal will be amazing Nigerians have really stepped up the game in this aspect. Be sure that you being proposed to will be a very interesting event in an interesting place with the best photographers. What a way to set the pace for a marriage. What other reason would you want to marry a Nigerian? Drop your comments.

Question Of The Day:- If This Man Is Your Dad, Would You Deny Him In Public? (See Photo)

Lool, Just for joke, no hard feelings.. If This man is Your Dad, Would You Deny Him In Public?