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Mama,
SP and I have kissed and made up. I sold my handbag at Yaba market as a brand new second hand Tokunbo fake Gucci Taiwan genuine imitation.
So I beggo, please don't close the thread. Too many people read, enjoy and use it for information.
NEO
SP and I have kissed and made up. I sold my handbag at Yaba market as a brand new second hand Tokunbo fake Gucci Taiwan genuine imitation.
So I beggo, please don't close the thread. Too many people read, enjoy and use it for information.
NEO
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NEO,
Presumably you did the kissing with SP before selling your genuine brand new fake second-hand handbag at Yaba
. Was it a genuine fake made in Aba, or one of those expensive ones made in Milan? Photos of the handbag are acceptable, but please no photos of kissing SP 
Presumably you did the kissing with SP before selling your genuine brand new fake second-hand handbag at Yaba
. Was it a genuine fake made in Aba, or one of those expensive ones made in Milan? Photos of the handbag are acceptable, but please no photos of kissing SP
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Mend Ceasefire
Captain Buck,
Your information, though probably from the same source as mine, has now been overtaken by another statement from MEND
How long this ceasefire may last has not been stated and nor is there any indication for the real reason for it. Maybe the next few days will reveal more
Your information, though probably from the same source as mine, has now been overtaken by another statement from MEND
From: Jomo Gbomo
Sent: Sunday, June 22, 2008 7:59 PM
Subject: MEND Unilateral Ceasefire
Effective 12 midnight on Tuesday, June 24, 2008, the Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND) will be observing a unilateral ceasefire in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria until further notice.
We are respecting an appeal by the Niger Delta elders to give peace and dialogue another chance.
Jomo Gbomo
Sent: Sunday, June 22, 2008 7:59 PM
Subject: MEND Unilateral Ceasefire
Effective 12 midnight on Tuesday, June 24, 2008, the Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta (MEND) will be observing a unilateral ceasefire in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria until further notice.
We are respecting an appeal by the Niger Delta elders to give peace and dialogue another chance.
Jomo Gbomo
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Welcome back NEO
I heard that you were going to donate Nairas from Yaba Handbag sale to make a down payment on an Olympic size jacuzzi and Gulder Dispenser to raise morale and lower morals at Club Darrels.
A truly noble gesture - we look forward to invitations.
I heard that you were going to donate Nairas from Yaba Handbag sale to make a down payment on an Olympic size jacuzzi and Gulder Dispenser to raise morale and lower morals at Club Darrels.
A truly noble gesture - we look forward to invitations.
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What's next for Nigeria; No Fault Aviation Insurance?
The Aviation Industry is merely trying to immolate the Nigerian Space Adminstration as it sets the standard for the world.
http://www.nasrda.org/space_program.php
http://www.nasrda.org/space_program.php
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MP,
I think you'll find that RL either is, or soon will be, transferring to Aero after many years in Canadian. Whether you view that as a positive or not, I have no idea, but I guess Aero rate him or he wouldn't have had the offer.
The question of what will happen with transfers depends on how many Canadians wish to stay living in Canada. If they work for a non-Canadian employer, they don't get the same tax break. I imagine this will have the most bearing when guys come to make any decision as to whether to transfer.
I think you'll find that RL either is, or soon will be, transferring to Aero after many years in Canadian. Whether you view that as a positive or not, I have no idea, but I guess Aero rate him or he wouldn't have had the offer.
The question of what will happen with transfers depends on how many Canadians wish to stay living in Canada. If they work for a non-Canadian employer, they don't get the same tax break. I imagine this will have the most bearing when guys come to make any decision as to whether to transfer.
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The CHC EC225 crews who had gone to pick up the new helicopters from the Eurocopter factory have been sent home and the aircraft are still in France. The Agbami contract has still not been announced - what's the betting the Bristow S92s will also not be 'on their way coming' until a contract is finally awarded.
The attack on the Bonga field by MEND terrorists has now reduced the Nigerian oil production to only 1.6 million barrels per day. This is having a significant effect on the GDP of the Nigerian economy and is likely to have an impact on oil-related developments. Development of Agbami is already well under way, with both CHC and Bristow flying there in S76s, but without the larger EC225s and S92s which were due to have been here long ago, that development is likely to suffer a significant slowdown. Much of the delay in the award of the aviation contract lies with the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, not Chevron. NNPC holds a 60% stake in all foreign oil ventures in Nigeria, but is renowned for its inefficiency and corruption. The President wants to privatise it, but up until now, it still has the power to influence every aspect of the oil industry in this country and its overinflated staff still get their cut of everything
. There now seem to be clear indications that several other deep water projects will be significantly delayed or shelved until such time as the government gets to grips with the militants. If past experience is anything to go by the combination of a weak government and a military who are also weak (except when dealing with hapless, unarmed civilians) and corrupt, the situation will not improve at any time in the short or even medium term. Nigeria is already being eclipsed by Angola, and shortly Libya, in oil output. With more finds off the coast of West Africa, most recently in Ghana in countries without the violence of this country, Nigeria is likely to take more of a back seat in future developments, despite its large reserves of hydrocarbons.
The future of the oil industry here, which only 2 years ago seemed to be one of constant expansion, with the helicopter industry following, now seems to be more one of retrenchment until leaders with the commitment and means to get to grips with the twin problems of violence and corruption. Sadly, that appears to be a long way into the future as it will take several generations of change to have any meaningful effect
The attack on the Bonga field by MEND terrorists has now reduced the Nigerian oil production to only 1.6 million barrels per day. This is having a significant effect on the GDP of the Nigerian economy and is likely to have an impact on oil-related developments. Development of Agbami is already well under way, with both CHC and Bristow flying there in S76s, but without the larger EC225s and S92s which were due to have been here long ago, that development is likely to suffer a significant slowdown. Much of the delay in the award of the aviation contract lies with the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, not Chevron. NNPC holds a 60% stake in all foreign oil ventures in Nigeria, but is renowned for its inefficiency and corruption. The President wants to privatise it, but up until now, it still has the power to influence every aspect of the oil industry in this country and its overinflated staff still get their cut of everything
. There now seem to be clear indications that several other deep water projects will be significantly delayed or shelved until such time as the government gets to grips with the militants. If past experience is anything to go by the combination of a weak government and a military who are also weak (except when dealing with hapless, unarmed civilians) and corrupt, the situation will not improve at any time in the short or even medium term. Nigeria is already being eclipsed by Angola, and shortly Libya, in oil output. With more finds off the coast of West Africa, most recently in Ghana in countries without the violence of this country, Nigeria is likely to take more of a back seat in future developments, despite its large reserves of hydrocarbons.The future of the oil industry here, which only 2 years ago seemed to be one of constant expansion, with the helicopter industry following, now seems to be more one of retrenchment until leaders with the commitment and means to get to grips with the twin problems of violence and corruption. Sadly, that appears to be a long way into the future as it will take several generations of change to have any meaningful effect
Tok,
Any guess how much of that 1.6 million barrels gets "stolen" before it gets to market? Are you still seeing tankers arrive and depart without Customs Agents making their "dash" run to the BOP?
At what point will the lack of oil flow cause a turf war amongst those that are wrongfully benefiting from that kind of activity?
If those in charge were smart they would include MEND as a partner in the racket and benefit from increased opportunity to siphon off more oil than is lost to MEND's efforts.
After all, Nigerian crude is "sweet" and in high demand worldwide.
To me it is a missed opportunity for all of the crooked rascals.
Any guess how much of that 1.6 million barrels gets "stolen" before it gets to market? Are you still seeing tankers arrive and depart without Customs Agents making their "dash" run to the BOP?
At what point will the lack of oil flow cause a turf war amongst those that are wrongfully benefiting from that kind of activity?
If those in charge were smart they would include MEND as a partner in the racket and benefit from increased opportunity to siphon off more oil than is lost to MEND's efforts.
After all, Nigerian crude is "sweet" and in high demand worldwide.
To me it is a missed opportunity for all of the crooked rascals.
most recently in Ghana
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Nigeria photos
Does anyone have any photos to post of their bases located in Africa, especially in Nigeria? Just want to get an idea of the conditions for the pilots.
Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance.
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loav8R,
Apart from general shots of inside, not really a good idea to post photos of where we live as the militants have internet access too
Apart from general shots of inside, not really a good idea to post photos of where we live as the militants have internet access too
Phone,
You reckon they don't know where you live already?
A bunch of guys...mostly white caucasians wearing white shirts with epaulets riding in company vehicles might just give you away don't you think?
You also probably take the exact same route to work and back each day and probably go at the same times each day.
If they want you....they can get you and the way they will do it will be either while you are in transit to/from work or in the middle of the night when they attack your compound. That is the sad truth. (IMHO)
You are right about not publishing the photos.
You reckon they don't know where you live already?
A bunch of guys...mostly white caucasians wearing white shirts with epaulets riding in company vehicles might just give you away don't you think?
You also probably take the exact same route to work and back each day and probably go at the same times each day.
If they want you....they can get you and the way they will do it will be either while you are in transit to/from work or in the middle of the night when they attack your compound. That is the sad truth. (IMHO)
You are right about not publishing the photos.
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SAS,
Whilst you're quite possibly right about the knowledge of where we live, we don't wear epaulettes to work and company vehicles these days carry no company markings. We have some leeway in variations of route and timings and most companies have armed escort vehicles.
The thing about the pics is valid as many camps and estates have differing degrees of security, some including sangars with automatic weapons and varying numbers of armed security personnel along with other measures best not discussed on an open forum.
If they want you specifically, they can probably get you, but if they just want any oyibo they may well prefer to go for one less well protected to save becoming casualties themselves. The weaker are more likely to become casualties in reality. Naturally they'll attack supposedly well defended oil company locations in the swamp because that gives maximum publicity with maximum economic damage to the government. It's one of the risks one accepts to get the big bucks - not
Whilst you're quite possibly right about the knowledge of where we live, we don't wear epaulettes to work and company vehicles these days carry no company markings. We have some leeway in variations of route and timings and most companies have armed escort vehicles.
The thing about the pics is valid as many camps and estates have differing degrees of security, some including sangars with automatic weapons and varying numbers of armed security personnel along with other measures best not discussed on an open forum.
If they want you specifically, they can probably get you, but if they just want any oyibo they may well prefer to go for one less well protected to save becoming casualties themselves. The weaker are more likely to become casualties in reality. Naturally they'll attack supposedly well defended oil company locations in the swamp because that gives maximum publicity with maximum economic damage to the government. It's one of the risks one accepts to get the big bucks - not
WOW! Rooms at Escravos have sure improved and access to the world renown "Gulder Beer"......what more can a guy ask for.
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Thanks
Thanks for the photos. I can understand and appreciate the Operational Security (OPSEC) surrounding the bases and probably know better to ask. However, the general photos are nice and appreciable. My intent was to get a general understanding/description of the living/working conditions in Africa. At some point I should just probably speak with someone over the phone rather than open it up to the world on the Net.
Again, thanks.
Again, thanks.
Austrian arrested by Nigerian Authorities
Owner of the business firm that has been doing modernization work on five Control Towers in Nigeria has been arrested. There is some suggestion the bidding was rigged as his firm had the "highest price" but yet got the contract.
allAfrica.com: Nigeria: EFCC Arrests Aviation Contractor
allAfrica.com: Nigeria: EFCC Arrests Aviation Contractor
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Birstow Info
Would anyone be willing to give me some info on Bristow; good, bad or ugly? How the company is, the jobs and compensation? Either here or e-mail is fine.
Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance.