westSide
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@withlovefewa You were lucky cos most rejection mail comes via do-not-reply@companyname.com.
So how do you intend to reply the mail to start or begging for a second chance or other opportunities. I still don't believe this happened except it's a small company though
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@hsprafrique We had an argument in my office about taking salary or accepting equity. Out of 7 tech people I was the only one that said . Pay me my money. If you blow tomorrow na for your pocket. I need to upgrade my SUV Una fix they wait. What about if the coy flops . Nobody talks about that
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So I almost joined this startup, Pulselogix, right? They hit me with the classic: “We can’t pay you cash… but we’ll give you equity.”
I looked at the founder, nodded politely, then walked home, sat at my laptop, and built the whole app myself. 😅
Fast forward:
•The app works and I am waiting for Apple to approve as I type this
•I’m one of the developers who doesn’t have to explain to investors why “equity” doesn’t buy groceries.
If they won’t pay you, just be the startup.
Victor@echo_vick
What’s the craziest “I’ll pay you with equity” experience you’ve ever had?
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Nigeria tech companies:
“Must know React, Node, DevOps, Cloud, AI, Blockchain…”
Salary: ₦150k
Be serious.
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@tomisin_ms You need to see how much Indians charge for COS.
He go shock you
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@hsprafrique You know nothing about regulators.
Again you know nothing.
Build the best of app. One agency can cum and run you down.
There is a reason why people get certified in GRC.NDPC actually by law will come and take that 10M naira or 4% of your rev if you default in data protection
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This just popped up on my timeline and all I can see is you spreading subtle fear into the minds of young ones
If you can’t vibe code THEN LEARN FROM VIBE CODERS who can
The Nigerian Government won’t just arrest you cuz u built a product that doesn’t meet regulations, instead you will be asked to adapt to the regulations
This is 2026 not 2006 @Akintola_steve
Akintola Steve@Akintola_steve
When you build a payment system and you do not understand KYC, AML, and compliance properly, I genuinely hope you do not learn it the hard way. On KYC, the CBN framework for Nigerian financial systems is structured into three tiers: Tier 1 BVN or NIN is required. Max daily transaction: ₦50,000 Max wallet balance: ₦300,000 Tier 2 BVN + liveness or facial verification + a government-issued ID Max daily transaction: ₦200,000 Max wallet balance: ₦500,000 Tier 3 Full KYC: BVN, NIN, government ID, proof of address, plus enhanced due diligence Max daily transaction: ₦5,000,000 Unlimited wallet balance If your system does not enforce these and you ship, you are not just dealing with bugs. You are dealing with regulators. And when regulators show up, it is not a debugging session. I am putting this out there because you might be excited about building a solution, not realizing you're just preparing yourself for jail time. There is a lot to building in the fintech space. This is why I strongly advise against vibe coding a fintech product. AI tools do not keep up with regulatory updates. They will not warn you about compliance gaps. And in fintech, ignorance is not a defense.
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@ganiyuobasa2025 What the. Happens to the LASERA card that the state government issues ?
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Introducing the Agege Residents Card : A structured approach to better serve our people and deliver targeted impact.
This initiative is designed to identify and register actual residents of Agege, ensuring that government interventions reach those they are meant for.
With a clear classification system:
🔴 Red: Persons with disabilities
🟡 Yellow: Poor and vulnerable
🔵 Blue: General residents
We are able to differentiate beneficiaries, improve planning, and deliver more effective economic empowerment programmes.
The Residents Card will also provide access to welfare support, health services, drug relief funding, and other community benefits, while strengthening our data systems for better decision-making.
Looking ahead, it will support initiatives like subsidised green transportation on key routes, ensuring inclusive and affordable mobility for our people.
This is about structure, accountability, and making sure no one who truly needs support is left behind.
#agege #avo #avoisworking #anewagegeisrising
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A hot potato that splits people decisively
into those who see it as a rat, crocodile, a dog or those who see it as a cat
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financial difficulties, but also finding it difficult to eat.
Please I’m based in ilorin and I need a job, that can help put food on my table. I don’t mind relocating, please repost for me. Thank you
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@dmightyangel He was the AGF during Yaradua time.
This dude tenor was some how sha.
He was attributed to have made the state The president did not need to formally transfer power
And could continue to govern from abroad
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Its not that it's impossible or illegal. Akwa-ibom is building high rise complex in Lagos state. They said are investing in Lagos Real Estate .
Which is not a bad idea though
MAZI-ICHAKA IKE🦁@maziabiastate
@samak1233 Alex Otti building in imo state?
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@smartnakamoura Trust Mark certificate.
I have gotten 2023, 2024 for my company we have started 2025. Process
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When you build a product that collects Nigerian user data and you have never heard of NDPR, I genuinely hope you don't find out about it through a lawsuit.
The Nigeria Data Protection Regulation requires:
• A real privacy policy users can actually read
• Explicit consent before collecting personal data
• Data minimization — only collect what you need
• Breach notification within 72 hours if user data is exposed
• A Data Protection Officer if you process data at scale
NITDA can fine you up to 2% of annual gross revenue or ₦10 million whichever is higher.
Most Nigerian devs have never heard of this.
They ship, collect BVNs, phone numbers, emails with zero compliance structure.
NDPR is not just a big company problem.
If you have users, you are responsible for their data.
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@DrJoeAbah My little contribution as a none learned colleague.
These are the only 3 professions you must tell the TRUTH ,The Whole TRUTH and nothing but the TRUTH.
Why will you want to lie to your LAWYER?
Why will you want to lie to your DOCTOR?
Why will you want to lie to your PRIEST?
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Should I try and explain? Do you promise to receive my explanation with civility even if you don’t agree with it? Ok here goes:
There are only three learned professions: Law, Medicine and Theology. That is why when a lawyer is cross-examining a doctor or clergy from traditional churches, they do so with a measure of respect.
The learned title means that the person is not just educated, they have acquired professional training and been examined in terms of knowledge AND character and found to be worthy.
By that training, a learned person learns about the whole human being. That is why you can present certain symptoms to a doctor and he may ask you about work stress, diet, the home front, etc.
A priest will do the same and will ask about your marriage, your children, your work, etc. he will additionally worry about the destination of your soul after you die.
Similarly, a lawyer understands human nature and the duality between his ability to do good but also to do shocking evil and is confronting and navigating that in his work daily. He will worry about protecting your life and property both when you are alive and when you are dead.
In each of the three professions, the person trusts you with their life, liberty or soul. Also, a learned person can be struck off if they misbehave.
So, you see? Lawyers, doctors and traditional clergy are, by their training, more than just educated. That is what is different. ✌🏽
Peter solomon@Iam_SO2SO
@DrJoeAbah @egi_nupe Lawyers be using "learned colleague" as if the rest of us are daft 🙄
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@commando_skiipz They do yearly filing according to NDPR 2024. And also all banks in Nigeria are certified to ISO 27001. So how come we are experiencing lots of security breach .
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The gov’s swift response to these cyber attacks is commendable.
First, the CBN mandated all financial institutions to conduct security assessments and submit their reports to the CSAT portal, and now this.
These initiatives should have been in place much earlier, but better late than never.
Dr. 'Bosun Tijani@bosuntijani
ESTABLISHMENT OF NIGERIA'S NATIONAL CYBERSECURITY COORDINATION COUNCIL TO STRENGTHEN CYBER RESILIENCE The Federal Government has signalled its intention to work collaboratively with the private sector and key stakeholders toward the establishment of a Cybersecurity Coordination Council aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s collective cyber resilience and enhancing coordinated responses to evolving cyber threats across public and private sectors. The proposed Council is envisioned as a non-statutory, multi-stakeholder coordination platform, designed to convene key actors and strengthen partnerships that support efficient coordination, trusted information sharing, and sustained cooperation among institutions responsible for advancing Nigeria’s cybersecurity posture. Please see more details in attached Press Release.
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@_ndianabasi @bosuntijani Do you know what NDPC do ?
Do you know what their trust mark certificate is for.
Sometimes do your own due diligence before coming to give unsolicited advice .
Note: I don't work for the govt.
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@bosuntijani Dr. @bosuntijani. Please do one thing for the technology sector which can halt these massive data breaches. They are scary.
Any fintech developer/engineer must be pass through a mandatory data and financial security course and become certified before employment by a licensed coy
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ESTABLISHMENT OF NIGERIA'S NATIONAL CYBERSECURITY COORDINATION COUNCIL TO STRENGTHEN CYBER RESILIENCE
The Federal Government has signalled its intention to work collaboratively with the private sector and key stakeholders toward the establishment of a Cybersecurity Coordination Council aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s collective cyber resilience and enhancing coordinated responses to evolving cyber threats across public and private sectors.
The proposed Council is envisioned as a non-statutory, multi-stakeholder coordination platform, designed to convene key actors and strengthen partnerships that support efficient coordination, trusted information sharing, and sustained cooperation among institutions responsible for advancing Nigeria’s cybersecurity posture.
Please see more details in attached Press Release.
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@SirJarus My company nor send your papa.
HR use to spray her air different colour weekly.
Lead developer na gen z wey dey plait her. In short he cut his hair after like 4 years in the company and he got married. We asked him to resume the hair plaiting.
This is why in Telco nobody send u
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@NigeriaStories Iso 27001 in the mud.
Meanwhile I have been doing it for my company for 4 years now and no data breach so far
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The Central Bank of Nigeria has directed banks to complete a mandatory cybersecurity self-assessment within three weeks, as part of efforts to strengthen resilience across the financial system.
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@AdekunleDdon I made moi mou during my masters program in far away Malaysia.
Dey Play.
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