@_dinomelaye Dear Senator @_dinomelaye, kindly read all the comments in this section, take a deap breath and reflect. Then, you will see yourself in the mirror.
@fabulous_epelle@kayodebakre8 The problem many of you on this space have is that you never have time to watch foreign media. If you do, you will see how #protesters are being molested in your so called developed nations, particularly, the United States of America.
❗️❗️❗️🇷🇺 Prominent Russian imperialist thinker and self-proclaimed ideologue, Alexander Dugin, delivered an alarmed statement:
📌 “If genuine patriotic reforms do not begin in Russia now, the situation will simply become unpredictable. Our allies are being systematically destroyed one by one. It is clear who is next, and it is clear what negotiations with such an enemy mean. The strategy of creating the impression that everything in Russia is fine and that peaceful life continues as usual has exhausted itself. We are next.”
📌 “Look at this. Iran’s religious leader, together with his family, as usual rises on a Saturday morning in his residence — on the very day when the Israeli and U.S. attack is scheduled — performs prayers, interacts with his family, and attends to important matters. As if nothing is happening. Peaceful life, everything is in order. The head of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and top officials, the defense minister, politicians, and military officers go to work as usual, to their offices. Negotiations are ongoing with Kushner and Witkoff. Iran is ready to make concessions. Tehran did not wish to recognize Raisi’s death as an assassination. It did not enter the war after the IDF ground operation in Gaza; not when Assad was overthrown; not when Hamas leaders were eliminated; not when Nasrallah and Hezbollah’s leadership were killed. Tehran did not include a joint defense clause in its strategic partnership agreement with Russia — though we proposed it. It did not even consider creating a Russia–Iran allied state. And here is the logical result — when they came for you, there was no one left around to help. The ‘Great Satan,’ against whom the country had consciously prepared for decisive struggle for nearly half a century, struck instantly and precisely — and, unfortunately, achieved its goal.”
📌 “Almost the same applies to us. Modern war is speed — accelerationism. The one who is faster wins. Hesitation is enough, and everything is over. Trump is nearly 80 years old, yet you see how decisively and rapidly he acts. We are dealing with absolute evil — Satan is swift, he fell like lightning. But if the enemy is like this, then we too, as the army of Christ, must act accordingly.”
📌 “This is not the time to speak of the past or lament Minsk, the ‘cunning plan,’ or the spirit of Anchorage. Russia must be saved. Acceleration, militarization, rotation of personnel, total mobilization of consciousness — for which the people are broadly ready — are urgent. Delay is no longer possible. Or rather, it is possible, but it will be fatal and irreversible. We will have to do what the authorities categorically do not want — a military alarm in a global sense. Everything now depends on how long the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps can endure. If Iran stands up, events may reverse direction. If it falls, we are next.”
📌 “The Antichrist can attack not only from outside but from within. He makes leaders relaxed, indecisive, slow; pushes them toward compromises and deals; dulls reactions, weakens the sense of justice and empathy; separates the people from society; surrounds them with puppets; forces them to believe lies and submit to flattery; traps them in illusions. To fight him, a leader must develop firm spiritual realism, metaphysical vigilance, and the ability to recognize the devil’s presence at the very first signs — whether near or far.”
THE TRUTH ABOUT THE 7.5% VAT ON TRANSFERS: STOP PANICKING!
If you’ve seen the news that a 7.5% VAT on mobile transfers and USSD transactions starts on January 19th, you might be worried that the government is about to "eat" your money.
The headlines are scaring people, but the math shouldn't. A lot of people are misinterpreting this directive. Let’s break it down simply so you can see the actual impact.
1. The Big Misconception
Many people think that if they send ₦100,000, the government will take 7.5% of that amount (which would be ₦7,500).
THIS IS 100% FALSE.
2. The Reality
The 7.5% VAT is NOT charged on the money you are sending (the principal). It is charged ONLY on the SERVICE FEE your bank or fintech (Moniepoint, OPay, Kuda, etc.) charges you.
3. Let’s Look At The Math
If you send ₦100,000 today:
• The Principal: ₦100,000 (Your money)
• The Bank Fee: ₦50.00 (What the bank charges for the service)
• The 7.5% VAT: ₦3.75 (This is the charge, 7.5% of the ₦50 fee)
• EMTL (Stamp Duty): ₦50.00 (The standard flat levy)
• TOTAL COST TO YOU: ₦100,103.75
4. What about USSD?
If you use a code like *737# or *919# and the session fee is ₦20:
• The 7.5% VAT on that fee is ₦1.50.
• Your total cost becomes ₦21.50.
It is a kobo-difference, not a life-changing amount.
5. Why Is This Happening? 🤔
The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) is simply ensuring that all digital services are fiscalized. Just like you pay VAT on a bottle of drink or a data plan, you are now paying VAT on the service of digital banking.
The Bottom Line:
Your savings are safe. Your capital isn't being slashed. This is a tax on the bank's commission, not your hard-earned wealth.
Don’t let misinformation cause unnecessary stress. There is a huge difference between a Tax on your Money and a Tax on a Service Fee.
Share this to clear the confusion!
What's happening in Nigeria is not what @realDonaldTrump/America likes. The economic reforms are bearing some fruits, external reserves is growing and the naira is appreciating against the dollar. Tell me why Trump will not designate Nigeria as a country of particular concern?