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Ten Tallest Buildings in Nigeria Thread.
1. NECOM House.
This is a 160m, 32-storey skyscraper completed in Lagos in 1979 and since then been the tallest in Nigeria and West Africa.
It was the headquarters of NITEL, once the most powerful telecommunication company in Nigeria.
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Nigerian-made Army Vehicles and Equipments.
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1. Ezugwu MRAP.
Ezugwu MRAP is a mine resistant, ambush protected vehicles locally produced by Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON).
It is armoured against small arms fire,its hull can withstand a 7 kg TNT explosion
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Ten Largest Warships in the Nigerian Navy.
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1. NNS Aradu(F89)
This frigate is the largest ship in the Nigerian Navy built by Blohm+Voss in Germany. It was completed in January 1980 and commissioned in 1982. It is 125.6m long and a displacement of 3,414tons
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Major Wars involving The Nigerian Armed Forces.
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1. Congo Crisis (1960-1965)
Just about when Nigeria got her independence from the British, her soldiers were deployed to Congo from 1960-1964 as part of UN Peacekeeping Operations in Congo.
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@memeplug001
She probably promised him that she will never leave him for another person 😭💔
Money changeth all
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Major Battles of the Nigerian Civil War.
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1. Operation UNICORD.
This is the first battle of the war in July 1967 after Yakubu Gowon declared "Police Action".
The Operation saw the capture of Nsukka, Ogugu, Ogunga, Ogoja, Gakem, and Obudu by Nigerian Federal Forces.
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The Nigerian Air force is one of the Largest Air Force in Africa and possess incredible Aircrafts and Helicopters.
Air force fighters Thread.
JF-17
This is a lightweight, multirole combat aircraft developed jointly by the Pakistan and China
Nigeria currently operate 3 JF-17s.
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Largest Church Auditoriums in Nigeria
Fun fact; The top 5 are also the largest in the World! 😳
Thread
1. Hand of God Cathedral.
This is a Church Auditorium under construction in Port Harcourt owned by Salvation Ministry.
It will have a seating capacity of 120 thousand people.
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10. Cocoa House
Ibadan Cocoa House was the first skyscraper in West Africa when completed in 1964 and was the record holder for tallest building in Nigeria till 1979.
It is 105m tall and has 26 floors.
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Tanks and Armoured Vehicles of The Nigerian Army
Thread.
VT-4 Main Battle Tank.
This is a Chinese modernized main battle tank that entered production in 2017.
It is the most modern tank in Nigerian Army's arsenal.
Nigerian Army currently operates 6 of these tanks.
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No prayer or charm can stop a bullet moving at over 700m/s from penetrating your body.
If it didn't hit you then it missed.
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2. Champagne Pearl Tower.
The Champagne Pearl Tower is the tallest of the Eko Pearl Towers located in Eko Atlantic, Lagos State.
It is 134m tall and has 30 residential floors. It was completed in 2017.
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3. Union Bank Headquarters Building.
This is a 28-storey skyscraper located in Marina, Lagos Island owned by Union Bank of Nigeria.
It is 124m tall and was completed in 1991.
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Nigeria has SBS(Special Boat Services) which is ranked as the Best Special Forces Unit in Africa
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4. World Trade Center Tower 2.
This is a 25-floor commercial building, standing at 120m located in Plot 1113, Constitution Avenue, Central Business District, Abuja, FCT.
It was completed in 2016
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Different type of Car Doors.
Thread
1. Conventional Door
A conventional door, also known as a regular door is a type of door that is hinged at the front-facing edge of the door. The system allows the door to swing outward from the body of the car.
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5. Eko Tower II
This is a 27-floor skyscraper at the Eko Hotel Roundabout, Lagos State. It is 118m tall and was completed in 2016.
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7. 4 Bourdillon
This is a Twin Tower of 25 Floors comprising 41 apartments (Flats, Duplex Flats and Duplex Penthouses).
It is 110m tall and was completed in 2020.
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Nigerian Air force Combat and Transport Helicopters.
Thread
TAI/AgustaWestland T129 ATAK Attack Helicopter
This is a twin-engine, tandem seat, multi-role, all-weather attack helicopter produced in Turkey.
Nigeria Air Force currently operates 2 while 4 are on order
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9. Dakkada Towers.
This is a 21-storey building located in Banking Layout, Udo Udoma Avenue in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
It is 108m tall and was completed in 2020.
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A successful British world war 2 warship named after Nigeria.
Thread
HMS Nigeria.
HMS Nigeria was a Fiji-class light cruiser of the Royal Navy and was the second ship completed in the class. She was laid down in February 1938, completed in July 1939 and commissioned in
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8. World Trade Center Tower 1.
This is a 25-floor residential building located at Constitution Avenue, Central Business District, FCT Abuja.
It is 110m tall and was completed in 2016.
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2. Proforce Ara/Thunder
This is a mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicle designed and developed by Nigerian defence solutions provider Proforce.
It can be configured for missions including recovery, medical evacuation, command and control, patrolling, and reconnaissance.
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6. Eko Black Pearl.
This is the second tallest of the Eko Pearl Towers located in Eko Atlantic, Lagos State. It is 112m tall and has 25 residential floors. It was completed in 2016.
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Creation of Amotekun is one of the smartest thing the Southwest governors ever did
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Ten Largest Warships in the Nigerian Navy.
Thread
1. NNS Aradu(F89)
This frigate is the largest ship in the Nigerian Navy built by Blohm+Voss in Germany. It was completed in January 1980 and commissioned in 1982. It is 125.6m long and a displacement of 3,414tons
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Nigerian Navy currently operates 75 warships or more but I can't list them all. The Nigerian Navy also operates some helicopters for reconnaissance, transport and anti submarine operations.
Thanks for reading this far. ☺️
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As you might have noticed, most of the weapons mentioned here are produced by DICON.
They are also producing bulletproof vests, Helmets, Coveralls, Uniforms and other related items.
But imports still makes up the majority of the equipments of the Nigerian Army.
Thanks for Reading
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3. Igirigi APCs
This is an armoured personnel carrier(APC) designed and manufactured by the army Corps of Engineers.
The APC was first introduced in 2012.
It has remote control weapons station, and its IED-deflecting, V shaped hull and armed with a 20mm gun.
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@yabaleftonline
I woke up in the middle of the night about 1am. I cooked rice and beans and prepared a delicious stew and I ate it and then wash the plates and pots. My mum is in the house and she never knew.
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6. Beretta M12
This is a 9×19mm Parabellum caliber submachine gun designed by Beretta.
It has rate of fire of 550rounds/min
It is locally produced under license by Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON).
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4. NNS Centenary (F91)
This is a Type O56 Corvette ship built by China Shipbuilding Industry for the Nigerian Navy in January 2014. It is 95m long and displace 1,800tons. It is armed with 1×76mm gun, 2× 30mm gun, 2× 20mm gun and an helicopter landing
It is crewed by 75 personnel.
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7. OBJ-006
This is copy of the 7.62mm AK-47 assault rifle and is produced under license by DICON.
It has rate of fire of 600rounds/min
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4. IVM G-12
Innoson IVM G12 series is a special purpose vehicle that is highly mobile and tactical pick up van with a double reinforced shock absorber.
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Ukraine holds the world record for the world’s longest-range sniper kill, at 2.36 miles, which is approximately 3.8 kilometers. 🥶
To fathom how crazy that was, the bullet took about 3 secs before reaching the target 💀
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2. 2. NNS Thunder (F90)
This is a Hamilton Class Endurance Cutter originally built for the US Coast Guard in May 1968 before it was transferred to the Nigerian Navy in 2011 and was commissioned as a Frigate in January 2012.
It is 115m long and a displacement of 3,250 tons.
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9. Beryl M762
This is a Polish 5.56mm assault rifle produced under license by DICON.
It has rate of fire of 700rounds/min.
It will serve as standard issued assault rifle, to replace OBJ-006 and NR-1.
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It is armed with 8 Otomat MK 1 ship to ship missiles, 24 Aspide Surface to air missiles, one 127mm Oto Melera gun, 8 Befors 40mm guns, 6 torpedo tubes and one depth charge rack.
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3. NNS Okpabana(F93)
This is another Hamilton Endurance class built for the US Coast Guard that was transferred to the Nigerian Navy in December 2014. It was commissioned as frigate into the Nigerian Navy in Feb 2015. It has same characteristics as her sister ship, NNS Thunder.
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It is armed with Otobreda 76mm gun and Phalanx CIWS. It has a crew of 167 personnel.
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A Nigerian force led by Muhammadu Buhari launched a counterattack which retook the Islands then invaded Chad itself 50 kilometers into their borders.
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6. NNS Andoni (P100)
This is a seaward defense boat of the Nigerian Navy. It is the first Nigerian built warship and the first ship of the three built and was launched in June 2012.
It is 31m long and displace 90 tons. It is armed with 30mm main gun, 2×12.7mm and 2×40mm gun.
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8. NR-1
This is a battle rifle based on the Belgian FN FAL design produced by DICON under license.
It has rate of fire of 700rounds/min
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5. IVM G-80
This is an armored jeep made by Innoson. It is designed to meet the needs of military operations, offering a combination of durability, off-road capability, and protection.
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7. NNS Karaduwa (P102)
This is a Nigerian made 40 meter Seaward defense boat made by the Nigerian Navy. It is Nigerian built and the second ship of her class. It was commissioned in December 2016. Armament includes 1x 30 mm RWS, 2x 12.7 mm HMG and 2x 40 mm grenade launchers.
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8. NNS Oji (P275)
This is the third ship of the Seaward Defence Boat class of vessels built for the Nigerian Navy by its engineers at the Naval Dockyard, Victoria Island. It was commissioned in December 2021. It has same characteristics as Andoni and Karaduwa
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5. NNS Unity(F92)
This is another Type O56 Corvette ship built by China Shipbuilding Industry for the Nigerian Navy in September 2016. It is 95mm long and displace 1,800tons. It is armed with 1×76mm gun, 2×30mm gun, 2×20mm gun and helicopter landing deck. Crewed by 75 personnel.
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Pilot of an F 35 jet wearing the most advance VR helmet which cost $400,000. 😳
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I really feel happy for Shank, from Pastor Hanger skits to hosting one of the most popular streamer in the world
Kai cenat: “whether there is NEPA or no NEPA,we will still do this shvt in the dark. I want you to be happy”
Shank won fr🥹❤️
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9. NNS Kada (LST 1314)
This is a Tank Landing Ship built in UAE for the Nigerian Navy and delivered in May 2022. It is 100m long and displace 1,400 tons. It is crewed by 18 personnel and can carry 264 expeditionary troops. Cargo can be loaded with crane lifting capacity of 25 ton
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3. Glory Dome.
This is a Church Auditorium in Abuja owned by Dunamis International Gospel Center.
It is currently the largest active Church Auditorium in the world.
It has a seating capacity of about 100 thousand people.
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10. NNS Ohue and NNS Barama.
These two ships belongs to the Lerici class. This is a class of minehunters constructed by Intermarine SpA in Italy. They are 50m long and displace 635 tons. NNS Ohue was delivered in 1987 while NNS Barama was delivered in 1988.
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Best Smallie thread ever, can't believe all this happened this year 🤣🤣🤣
Gist with Smallie: New year Edition
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The problem started when people made “No gree for anybody” their new year resolution bringing imbalance to our social space as no one was ready to be the bigger person.
Sit tight as I walk you through the valley of shadow of vawulence.
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2. The Ark
This is a Church Auditorium under construction in Lagos owned by Living Faith Church.
It will have a seating capacity of almost 110 thousand people.
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Nigerian Civil war.
Episode 1
Police Action to Stop Biafra.
With the failure of the Aburi Accord, Ojukwu created the Republic of Biafra on May 30, 1967. Gowon declared "Police Action" to capture the secessionists territory. A "Police Action" is meant to be a limited
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Apart from all this, Nigeria Army has been active in the UN Peacekeeping Operations and were involved in interventions in counties like Lebanon, Yugoslavia, Somalia, Sudan, Ivory Coast, South Sudan and Central African Republic.
Thanks for Reading this far. 🫡
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@nonsoagain
@DanielRegha
Have you watched the comedy he acted before, person wey depress fit die after watching it 😂😭
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10. NP-1
This is a single-action, semi-automatic pistol available in the 9×19mm Parabellum and .40 S&W calibers based on The Browning Hi-Power.
It is produced under license by DICON.
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All this our kind look soldiers, I hope they are as gentle in real life as they are on Twitter. 🌚
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@DocOmeiza
Omo, Peter Obi just dey release bars of wisdom. Omor, e no go better for Yakubu and APC
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Jagun Jagun vs Lord of the Rings.
Which one is the best?
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2. Nigerian Civil War (1967-1970)
The Nigerian Civil war also known as the Biafran war was the largest engagement of the Nigerian army lasting 30 months resulting in the death of about 100 thousand soldiers making it the bloodiest for the NAF.
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One cadet told me that no phone is allowed during 6 months of training 👀☠️🥲😑
As how naw
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Apart from their good behavior and short term imprisonment of Criminals, DSS guns are always looking lit 🔥🔥🔥
What gun is that?
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The Weirdest and Craziest Election slogan in history.
History Thread.
"He killed my pa, he killed my ma but I will vote for him".
The Liberian General Election of 1997 was part of the 1996 peace agreement which ended the First Liberian civil war.
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Remember this thread I wrote almost a week ago.
This blog used it with my permission and it performed well 🫠🤗🤗🤗
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A-29 Super Tucano
This is a Brazilian turboprop light attack aircraft designed and built by Embraer.
Nigerian Air Force currently operates 12 Super Tucano
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Lists of amazing 🤩 foods that can be prepared from Beans. 🤤
A Thread
Beans Porridge
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Most unforgettable military tactic in history 😹
Breaching a wall with Human Catapult 😂
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7. Abagana Ambush
Abagana Ambush was an attack on a Nigerian military convoy consisting of 106 vehicles of the Nigerian 2nd Division transporting about 6000 soldiers.
The attack was a massive success for the Biafran Army and the worst single day loss for the Nigerian Army.
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4. Chadian- Nigerian War.
The Chadian–Nigerian War was a brief war that was fought over the control of islands on Lake Chad. The war started when the Chadian army invaded and occupied 19 Nigerian Islands on Lake Chad.
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@ogunmusi
This man, a family friend, heard we don't support Tinubu and he came to our house to rant how Yoruba is the one doing Yoruba and anyone who didn't vote Tinubu is a bastard.
But the saddest thing about it is the man is an Elder in a very popular church in this country 🥲😔
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Aermacchi M-346 Master
This is a family of military twin-engine transonic jet trainers and light combat aircraft
Nigerian Air force currently operates 24 Aermacchi Master Jets.
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