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Saturday, 10 January 2015

Dear LIB readers, should I take political ads?

Abeg, I need y'all to help me out with this dilemma. Contrary to what some of you think, I haven't, so far, collected a dime from any political party to run ads or a story. If you see any banner ads on my blog, it's from Google adsense and not direct from me. And the stories are absolutely not sponsored.

But the thing is, in the last few months, and it has especially intensified in the last few weeks, reps of political parties have been coming to me to run their ads. And the kind of money they are throwing at me...OMG! Lol. So far, I have resisted. I restrict my ads to strictly brands but these political ad  people will not leave me alone. They say every media platform in the world run political ads so I should be open minded. I'm talking about APC, PDP, their supporters and enemies.

And the money is PLENTY! Like, y'all won't believe how much they are throwing at me.. Lol. What do y'all think? Should I run political ads from both parties? It could make me increase LIB Giveaway Mondays, so all of us will chop inside. Lol. Or should I just leave it alone? I'm sincerely confused. *sigh*

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Unknown said...

Business is business, s business so do it linda

Unknown said...

Your blog is like a business enterprise so be free to run any business/advert they bring to you. So far its an advert and you getting your pay, it doesn't mean you are supporting anybody or any party. You knw where your mind belong. Feel free dear

Unknown said...

Provided they going to pay you, go ahead

Unknown said...

Linda, u already know and decide what u want to do. Go ahead and follow ur heart. 2015, more money for us all

Anonymous said...

I think you should stay clear cos you need to play fair and not sell yourself and integrity to either parties

Anonymous said...

At the end of the day LIB is a business, and if you are running a business, there are no sentiments; hence run the ads period

Unknown said...

Go ahead, Obama and Romney did the same thing...

Adeola said...

Dear Linda,

Do you thing, it is your life. What is preference about running political ads?

If they are offering you to place advert on your blog then you are being paid for your hard work, nothing less.

I sent you mails from k2delly@gmail.com but no reply yet.

Anonymous said...

Follow your mindset.Afterall,you don't tell us what gives you cash anyway before now.

Felix said...

Since Google ad sense pops up already on your blog, somehow you already used this platform for political ads, I suggest you accept ads but reject stories! That way, you would be safe and then the only difference between ur ads and that of Google would only be in the amount of money made. With many libelous campaigns these days, it's wise to steer clear of political stories. And in the acceptance of ads, try not to be partisan, remember this is just business, and business should it remain! You are a christian and you have light and direction. All the best!

Anonymous said...

Follow your mindset.Afterall,you don't tell us what gives you cash anyway before now.

Anonymous said...

Linda, you are too street wise and it's really working for you.
This sentence is the deal breaker "It could make me increase LIB Giveaway Mondays, so all of us will chop inside"
Haha...

Unknown said...

collect abeg, its the national cake we must chop out of it, if you knw want abeg this is my number 08137343556 call me to help u collect am.

KC said...

Can understand ur dilema... Linda go ahead and do d ads but for all d parties n dnt select. Do for all, dat way all party will be satisfied. U hv my full support *thumbsup*

Anonymous said...

Imo don't buh why say u goona increase d lib give away Linda!!! That's dicey u really want d money then we'll it's ur blog buh be careful. Kemi Kane

El Clarividente said...

Take it but make it very expensive to control the frequency. Also, try to portray yourself as independent in featuring and accepting ads. This is business not personal. Take the ad offers.

Incognito said...

Hi Linda, hope you're good. Well what I will suggest right, why don't you do a little research on it yourself, that way you'll know whether its what you want to get into. Anyone right now will give you an advise based on self interest. Check this out on Google search. Stay blessed and keep the good work going.


(Political Advertising: What Effect it has on Commercial Advertisers?*



Shanto Iyengar and Markus Prior

Department of Communication, Stanford University



June, 1999

Amie said...

Linda biko run ads ooo!!!! Hen!!! Run them very well. And time is going oo, after elections no one will have ya time! So run them very well and chop well well!!!

SalmaLena said...

No...dont...before they turn this place to a campaign blog...thanks

Chyla said...

Linda dear, the question is will you be advertising for one party or will you be neutral and advertise both, LIBERS already know who they want to vote for.

Anonymous said...

Linda, it's part of the hustle..do the ads mehn. Fuck wat everyone else is saying

Anonymous said...

Please do advert but do charity with at least 20% of it to have a Convenant with God with your heart desire. God will answer you. All the best my dear sister. God bless you IJN. AMEN

collins said...

Add the ads Joor and eat ur money. Don't listen to anyone and enjoy the money u deserve it. You own the blog nd u have the right to be political.

Ebukadg@yahoo.com

Jamesflaw from Mars 😎

Tolu said...

Dey are paying you to run an advert not to kill sm1......y are u rejecting it?!!! It's business my dear....pls, go ahead...

Unknown said...

I think u should,but be mindful of the content they want u to run before u become sectional and be seen as sahara reporters.

Anonymous said...

Yes,so long as you differetiate ad from your view

Incognito said...

Hi Linda, hope you're good. Well what I will suggest right, why don't you do a little research on it yourself, that way you'll know whether its what you want to get into. Anyone right now will give you an advise based on self interest. Check this out on Google search. Stay blessed and keep the good work going.


(Political Advertising: What Effect it has on Commercial Advertisers?*



Shanto Iyengar and Markus Prior

Department of Communication, Stanford University



June, 1999

Unknown said...

I think u should accept after all it biz. Just make sure u give equal opportunity.

Anonymous said...

Depends?
why do you do what you do i.e motivation and ethics.
you make some money now, is it enough?
if not enough go ahead but wary - politics corrupts absolutely and once in you will be forever brushed with the label.

the other way might be for balance - like the bbc - 1 advert a week or month from each party so there is balance

Unknown said...

Hhmmnn....dilemma!! See....collect the two ooo....it is sha OUR money after all. Collect it and increase the Monday give always cos collecting only a party's ads might put you into danger. So it's either the two or none!!

Anonymous said...

Linda,I just cast my vote for you(best nigeria blogger).you didn't make it known here.Why?

Anonymous said...

Linda you are a young woman who is making it. Money is not everything. Life is more precious. Run the other way and don't get into this nonsense. These politics in nigeria is dirty. Let them keep their money. Pray and stop asking LIBers for advice. After aDding that giveaways will be more what do you expect the answer to be?

Incognito said...

Hi Linda, hope you're good. Well what I will suggest right, why don't you do a little research on it yourself, that way you'll know whether its what you want to get into. Anyone right now will give you an advise based on self interest. Check this out on Google search. Stay blessed and keep the good work going.


(Political Advertising: What Effect it has on Commercial Advertisers?*



Shanto Iyengar and Markus Prior

Department of Communication, Stanford University



June, 1999

Ms Ure said...

Nnem collect jare, Nigerians are far wiser now. And is obvious how much our votes will count this time.

Unknown said...

Abeg accept am ooh lol

Alma said...

You should Linda, its nt like u are supportin any of d parties, jst put up dia ads dats all

Unknown said...

madam linda...oyinbo say na where person dey work na dia em dey chop....thats y oyinbo call am workshop...pls do for both in other to avoid political bruahaa....abeg me sef dey interested ooo pass me the glory...www.borntogolesse.blogspot.com

Anonymous said...

You are a good person. Am very impressed. Someone like you should rule Nigeria someday. Take it dear , run the adverts. God said in the bible He will bless us with the riches of the gentiles. Take it.

FACEBOOK said...

FROM YOUR LAST PARAGRAPH IT IS OBVIOUS U WANT TO TAKE THEIR OFFERS AND I DON'T SEE THE REASON WHY YOU SHOULD NOT.HOWEVER,YOU HAVE TO MAKE SURE THEIR STORIES/ADVERTS ARE TRUE AND ALSO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE NON-PARTISAN IN YOUR LANGUAGE.I WISH U GOOD LUCK BUT NOT THE PRESIDENT OF NIJA.

Anonymous said...

You're such a greedy bitch. See the kain excuse " It could make me increase LIB Giveaway Mondays, so all of us will chop inside."
How much u dey share sef. Mchew

Unknown said...

Follow your heart Linda.

Anonymous said...


FROM YOUR LAST PARAGRAPH IT IS OBVIOUS U WANT TO TAKE THEIR OFFERS AND I DON'T SEE THE REASON WHY YOU SHOULD NOT.HOWEVER,YOU HAVE TO MAKE SURE THEIR STORIES/ADVERTS ARE TRUE AND ALSO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE NON-PARTISAN IN YOUR LANGUAGE.I WISH U GOOD LUCK NOT THE PRESIDENT OF NIJA.

Anonymous said...

Linda it's very messy....leave it the fuck alone!!!!!

Unknown said...

I think u shud take the both...it the season, dnt be left behind

Anonymous said...

nne biko take am!! wetin concern u???? no dulling oo.. collect better money from them and giv me some *winks*



missvee

Unknown said...

Hello Linda,
I think you should try the following.
1) Collect both ads and run them together on either side of your page allocating the same amount of space.
2) Select two charities (you can ask your parents or your readers to nominate them) and give them a percentage of that income.
3) Enjoy the rest of the cash because you have earned it!!
Bless you.

deji said...

Run ads please but make it a balanced one

Unknown said...

My Lin lin baby...increasing lib giveaway is great. Pls accept joor. We are solidly behind u

chioma said...

Better collect...dnt run negative ads to bring any party down..Just positive ads for themselves..so far ur nt bringin anyone down...run for them all!

Davido's driver said...

No go put your hand o bfr u offend someone and then get shot

Unknown said...

Honey....its jst like the TV and radio.....its jst an advertisement.....you are not been asked to criticise any if the parties or take side with any....all you are to do is advertise....and dats it.....but make sure you advertise for any party dat seeks your platform and you should bill them the same amount to avoid controversies....jst do your thing and make sure you have a boundary with that. Love you.

Dudumide said...

Take d adverts n broadcast it as advert strictly n not as support to any political party. Afterall Vanguard or Punch didnt belong to any political party. its all about d benjamin.

Anonymous said...

linda abeg collect from d national cake oh!!!!!! just dont be one sided on ur news. say it as it is in an open sentence not as if u r sure of the news even if it seems so. plz send me money for my school fees oh. #Aiye,bcpg# talk2mine4moi@yahoo.com

YARINYA said...

Dear Linda,

Please collect the money and use it to better the lives of some needy Nigerians.
1. make sure you run ads from all parties.
2. make sure you don't add any comments to the ads. Post it as they sent it.
3. Please ask your commenters to recommend people who need the money. let this money go to the needy such as people in the hospital who have no one to pay for their surgeries or treatment. or you could use it to buy items and donate to orphanages and schools.
4.Linda, I am trusting you this year to carve a niche for yourself in CSR. it is not all about sharing money to your readers. Please let us see you and hear you doing some good and I will support you with what I have too.
Take care.

Simon said...

Abeg take politcal ads jare, its the season. Think like an igbo girl nah

Simon said...

Abeg take politcal ads jare, its the season. Think like an igbo girl nah

Unknown said...

Linda nalu the money biiko in the spirit of entrepreneurship!!!!!..... Nawa to you ooooh!!! Humble of you to ask for our opinions sha, it shows dt u are considerate to our interests and mb exhaustion.... Truth is, change is not Buhari or Gej!!! These two don't hv the brain of a Fashola or the political charisma and charms of a Donald duke.... Some of us know that!!

Anonymous said...

Linda abet no try am...

Simon said...

Abeg take politcal ads jare, its the season. Think like an igbo girl nah

Unknown said...

Hahahaha, Linda biko run the ads joor, we all know who we want to vote for, ur ads won't make me change my mind.....

Mordi said...

Leave it alone. Cos the ads will only cause more confusion.

Unknown said...

Hahahaha, Linda biko run the ads joor, we all know who we want to vote for, ur ads won't make me change my mind.....





Heaven on Earth

Unknown said...

Lol. Abeg don't leave it. Will all should eat them all....ie the political money. After all, it's tax payers money. I need the money Linda. Hahahahahaha!

Ribane said...

linda abeg collect from d national cake oh!!!!!! just dont be one sided on ur news. say it as it is in an open sentence not as if u r sure of the news even if it seems so. plz send me money for my school fees oh. #Aiye,bcpg#

KOOKABURRA said...

Well, I believe you should take on the campaign AD's/posts from both parties. Your objective as a social entrepreneur is to maximize profit. Take advantage of this seasonal wave however, you should ensure your contract clearly states that your posts will be scrutinized and edited s.t client acceptance before publishing.

This way you will be able to regulate and weed out any sinister or smear information targeted at either party and also ensure the integrity of your web content is not compromised.

Taking sides is also not a crime even though you may not be willing to take such a risk especially if you have no political interests or ambitions whatsoever. I just want to put it our there that a blogspot/media house/magazine etc is allowed to subtly or overtly lean towards whichever political divide it so chooses.

** My 2 cents**

Ribane said...

linda abeg collect from d national cake oh!!!!!! just dont be one sided on ur news. say it as it is in an open sentence not as if u r sure of the news even if it seems so. plz send me money for my school fees oh. #Aiye,bcpg#

Unknown said...

Lol, Linda I just gbadun ur transparency

Lami said...

Don't involve yourself in politics my dear....its a dirty game that can consume you despite the HUGE FINANCIAL benefits.

Ribane said...

linda abeg collect from d national cake oh!!!!!! just dont be one sided on ur news. say it as it is in an open sentence not as if u r sure of the news even if it seems so. plz send me money for my school fees oh. #Aiye,bcpg#

Anonymous said...

I really think that you should! Make 2015, an even better year for yourself!

Unknown said...

Biko.. my sister.. collect something jarey. U just shouldn't be bias.. and give them ur terms n conditions. Uve got nothing to lose. Collect the money and smile to the bank!

Angie said...

Don't do it!; their monies are bloody..

Unknown said...

I think it is going to be a win-win for everybody - the political party, we the readers and you as a person Linda. The party would get what they need, you would get the money, plus more views on your site due to the Giveaway tingie, and we the readers would pray everyday would be a GiveAway Monday!

Unknown said...

linda i believe money should not be the motive, because your name is already richer than what ever they are offering....

Tesquare said...

Linda abeg, collect their ads Joo

r, this is business, but be neutral in politics oh, don't Lias
e with any political party, be a neutral observer but collect plenty ads from both parties. You run a media house and why shouldn't you collect house
And do am fast fast now oh.
I don talk my own
Abeg my I include my email sharp sharp
angelloveng@yahoo.com
Tesquare has spoken

Anonymous said...

Linda, pls go ahead and accept the offer. After all its not against the ethics of ur job, nd it doesn't mean u re supporting anybody.



*Tspark*

Anonymous said...

Yeah,once the terms and conditions are flexible and accommodating. Princewill.

Mr. monitor said...

My dear, post ads collect money, haven't you been paying tax? and as a Nigerian that is one way you can have your share of the national cake but this you are working for it, is give and take, so I see no need of rejecting the offers, you are a business woman, so grab it and make some good money. Thumb ups for you lady, you are doing a great job. God bless

funsho olalere said...

Please don't do it... I don't want you to
Forget the money please
I would pray for you

Anonymous said...

Not like u owe any1 any explanation on how u run ur blog, buh ads r part of d bizness, isn't it? Put ads, jst be fair, both pdp n Apc, chop d moni, see, it's our moni, collect and put d adverts. Both of dem r thieves. Same shit, diff toilets. Takia Linlin.

Unknown said...

Please leave it alone Linda, I know it's tempting but don't pls

Anonymous said...

My dear, my advice is to keep your good working as objective as it has always been. Don't give in to those stolen money and swim in their mud, you will always have money once you do your work the way it should be.

Thats the NEW Nigeria we all pray for once this senseless idiots lades away.

Amen. Pls remember Prov. 22:29, and let it always be your guide. God bless you as you obey.

Tesquare said...

Linda abeg, collect their ads Joo

r, this is business, but be neutral in politics oh, don't Lias
e with any political party, be a neutral observer but collect plenty ads from both parties. You run a media house and why shouldn't you collect ads.
And do am fast fast now oh.
I don talk my own
Abeg my I include my email sharp sharp lol, goodies begin to flow, as I missed Xmas own.
Tesquare has spoken

angelloveng@yahoo.com

Unknown said...

Abeg collect am jare... if u don't, others will.

Anonymous said...

http://naijasoundz.blogspot.com/

Kindly take the money. So far you are not supporting any of them or you don't pick a side.

What do you have to lose?

http://naijasoundz.blogspot.com/

Anonymous said...

o girl run ads abeg. its ur n our money, this is there season fit n chop the moni.

mccoy said...

Linda collect am joor, provided its not inciting.
We would still vote for who the cap fits!

Unknown said...

Hi Linda, you are a brand and that's what makes your bills so my advice is for you to take it and do what you gotta do. Cheers

Unknown said...

as a media brand, you can run ads for anyone. all they did do is send their release and ads content and you post. and you don't stand on anyone's side or personalize your post. you are good to go. they have the money to spend. you are a business woman. but be open.

shollymama said...

Linda bio accept it ehen....I stil have the intention of chopping 4rm yah money 1day please accept both of em inuiku

Anonymous said...

No don't advertise fake products!

tutuhoney said...

Of course , you can take political ads. Just be open minded and do not be bias about it.

titilayo ige said...

Dearest linda, take the money! Just don't take sides. U don't want to look back and tell ur children stories about how u could have made easy millions...but didn't! lol... luv u

Jane Ike said...

Lind dear, they are right. Running a political ad is not wrong as long as you add that it is an advertorial so as to diassociate urself from any statement therein. Please collect the ad. It is in no way illegal.
janeikewinner@gmail.com
Winner of LIB 2015 N100k

Anonymous said...

Run it Linda, na business.

AMA said...

You can advertise for all of them that have approached you. Don't favor one above the other , give them both the same time and space. But don't let anyone deceive you by saying you shouldn't take, it's your chance to make some extra bucks.

Oluwaseyifunmiakin said...

Singing Speechless

Anonymous said...

what are u scared off?

Anonymous said...

An ad isn't an endorsement. U r only providing a platform for any individual or group(political parties included) to air their views. So if i were u i wouldnt hesitate to collect their money. But confer with your lawyers first sha.

Anonymous said...

Take it Linda, I don't see anything wrong in it, it's just ads, you're not involved it, do the ads, take your money and let people decide whom they want to vote for.

Slimy said...

Ma dear u ar a nigerian, run d ads jor, n take d money, opportunity comes bt once.

Unknown said...

Run ads mehn, this is Business strictly!

Anonymous said...

Do it

CallyOnTheBeat said...

As long as u strictly accept only political adverts and reject slanderous propaganda then u are doing nothing wrong. Afteral u are running a business. However u should if possible to accept equal amount of ads from both sides in order not to appear biased

Anonymous said...

Is this a question Linda? I am pop but this is a business. You need to take money from anyone who offers you a good sum. You should take from all The parties. Don't let your personal affiliations deny you income. I wish they would call me. Shoo. They won't think If you handed tgem a handsome sum of money to say anything or do anything. Keep the personal away from business. You need coaching. Email me. Fleurrouge777@gmail.com

Anonymous said...

Linda you don make up your mind to collect, you just want to inform us. Carry go. Cash your cheque. You deserve it. You don't need anyone's approval, just do you!

Teegurl said...

Lindiway!!!u can post political ad's buh since u're just sitting on d fence n nt showing personal interest,chop some of d National Cakeeeeeee ooooo,i dn talk my own

Anonymous said...

business is business babe.........
*jasper*

Anonymous said...

lol i luv you Linda. I think you should accept but clearly state EXPLICITLY that the ad is PAID for by so so so political party. Also, try to be neutral not run ads from one party in particular..run equal-ish amounts if possible

Unknown said...

Pls babe dis is ur time so collect d money and be done with. Cos I need d give away o

Anonymous said...

Abeg take the political ads, warri say 'all join'. After all, a piece of the 'national cake' is not a bad idea... And the ayes have it!. austin.otiede@gmail .com

Anonymous said...

Yes,you could actually give it a try,at least chop from the national cake lindy

BB said...

Seriously Linda, my honest advice to u is' stay away from this people. Forget d money they throwing @ u. Stay away from 9ja politics. None of them can be trusted.

Unknown said...

Abeg Collect the money. It's just for a few weeks. After February U return to status quo! My sister collect frm both parties oo!

Unknown said...

Abeg Collect the money. It's just for a few weeks. After February U return to status quo! My sister collect frm both parties oo!

Unknown said...

Take the ads for Both parties . Don't choose sides , just make your money so you can give away more and more. it's campaign money so it is meant to be spent and as a blogger you have to gain on that.

Kenski2008 said...

Hmmm! Lindiway! This 1 is tough o! Buh Nne shine your eyes joor, I think you should collect the mouth watering cash nd place thier ads. Opportunity!!!

Unknown said...

Hi, Linda, don't worry, take all the political adverts that come to your platform.But leave your opinions out of it, they are powerful and influential.And importantly, balance all parties out. TAKE IT

Unknown said...

Linda darling forget this people and their money. Let them not turn ur blog into a political war front

Unknown said...

Go ahead and run the adverts for the party you support. It's time for you to shift from the fence.

Anonymous said...

I will advice u don't do it,this is my first time of commenting on ur blog I love ur blog but sis giveaway or not pls don't get involve political ads no,trust me don't do it.

Unknown said...

Yes i would advice you should. But don't take sides , just advertise for both parties. it campaign money and marketers like you are the ones that are suppose to make much from it. at least you would be able to give more people give away as alway. Just don't take side. just advertise like normal.

Richard said...

Really confused, but this's the certain time for u to make money from them. Afterall ads or no ads nigerians know who they'll vote for.

Ezeh said...

if you want to run the add. you have to run add from both parties and be open minded too. and since you promised that people will gain from it too, that is good.....

Prince said...

You can but try to be neutral unlike most organisations that have been both by the two parties. Thisday, Sun, Vanguard, Channels TV, AIT have been bought by PDP while Punch, Sahara reporters and the Nation news papers favour APC. You are our major source of neutrality now so please be strong even after collecting money for advert. May God give you strength.

Yusuph said...

Linda u are into business so y not take ads frm all political parties (all for one one for all)

Anonymous said...

Stay Away!!! The fact that you are already questioning yourself shows there are reasons not to do it...listen to your heart!!! That kinda money don't stay long...your reputation lasts forever...

Anonymous said...

This is the biggest s*** I have read today. You are basically asking your readers to decide if you should run ads that will most probably be filled with LIES FOR MONEY!! Lets be honest you have probably made up your mind since the money is 'a lot'... oh lest we forget you will increase 'LIB GIVEAWAY' as if that's what the youths of Nigeria need. Nigerians are generally enablers of poverty.... beg you give - beg you give - dash me thank you - dash me thank you - what happened to REAL youth empowerment? If you said with this money I can set up an office and employ some writers (to actually write original stories) and not copy and paste then maybe we'd say go for it but what makes you different from the government? That take money and do absolutely nothing with it. Go to your very own state what has been done? LIB give away yeah real empowerment.... Congratulations Nigeria we are a great nation..... In fact Nigeria is not a nation or a country its a geographical expression. Just watch all the different campaigns its a joke, quoting bible scriptures and all sorts of rubbish "This is the president in whom I am well pleased in' WTF

Most people will say ah Linda collect o -those individuals have no future whatsoever......I don't even blame them - how can Nigerians possibly have a future when history lessons has been removed from the school curriculum. How can we have direction when we don't know where we are coming from?!!!?

This country is a joke and I say that with sadness in my heart.

Unknown said...

Nnem, fire on abeg. U didn't steal d money, its advert. Collect from all parties and enrich yaself abeg. Its once in a life tym. Grab urs now while d offer last.

Anonymous said...

Please do not do it.

Dont let ds pple rubbish u!!!

Do ur normal everyday activity

MOJ said...

I think you should accept offers from all party reps that come to you for advertorial placement irrespective of where your allegiance lies.

Can't believe I'm posting a comment ... First time ever on any social media platform.
BLESS !!!

Unknown said...

Linda my dear wife to be; pls. money is good bt I advice u to be careful it should be strictly business. don't insult any party OK? APC carry go.

Anonymous said...

Confused too

Unknown said...

Linda nothing wrong with you running the ads as long as you show no bias, and remain neutral.

Unknown said...

just follow de heart of ur heart i mean dat still voice u hear nd also remember dat is not gonna be a free money they will want u to do what they want but no longer what is right pls think twice before

Anonymous said...

Leave it alone!

Andre said...

I beg of you. If you still want me to believe in humanity Pls don't post adds from any party just continue to report their stories on neutral grounds. Thank you.

Hadayhola said...

abeg chop out of dere money joooor

JeyAmadi said...

What are u talking about Linda? Abeg no fall my hand oo. U re a business woman. U dint lobby for the ads. So Y would u even consider not doing it? U running ads doesn't reflect ur choice. Abeg nwanne, do ads oo. Nothing do U

getitrightnigerians said...

Linda na you de talk that one, how can you be confused on a matter as straight forward as this. you are a profit making business outfit and holds no apologies for making money so long as it is legally made. political aspirants are also brands, so if they consider you an option for promotion, oh babe you have done nothing wrong. you are simply working for your money, so long as you don't start reporting to favour any particular party.

i couldn't ignore your dilemma, because if i where in your shoes, i would have given same advice to myself. just remember to send some of the advert money to your friends like me sha. love

BEM MAX NOMOR said...

There is nothing wrong in taking political ads. All you need to do is put the word ADVERTORIAL on the headline (before the headline begins) of every political ad you collect. You created a platform. Na your time to chop. Simple!

getitrightnigerians said...

Linda na you de talk that one, how can you be confused on a matter as straight forward as this. you are a profit making business outfit and holds no apologies for making money so long as it is legally made. political aspirants are also brands, so if they consider you an option for promotion, oh babe you have done nothing wrong. you are simply working for your money, so long as you don't start reporting to favour any particular party.

i couldn't ignore your dilemma, because if i where in your shoes, i would have given same advice to myself. just remember to send some of the advert money to your friends like me sha. love

getitrightnigerians said...

Linda na you de talk that one, how can you be confused on a matter as straight forward as this. you are a profit making business outfit and holds no apologies for making money so long as it is legally made. political aspirants are also brands, so if they consider you an option for promotion, oh babe you have done nothing wrong. you are simply working for your money, so long as you don't start reporting to favour any particular party.

i couldn't ignore your dilemma, because if i where in your shoes, i would have given same advice to myself. just remember to send some of the advert money to your friends like me sha. love

Anonymous said...

Lol. Linda you want to collect it jor. Lol. Seriously though, I would say COLLECT the cash and run the ADs BUT make it very clear that it will NOT influence your STORIES. As long as you take ads from NOT JUST ONE party, then you will still be seen as neutral. But make the terms clear! Collect your cash biko. Lol

getitrightnigerians said...

Linda na you de talk that one, how can you be confused on a matter as straight forward as this. you are a profit making business outfit and holds no apologies for making money so long as it is legally made. political aspirants are also brands, so if they consider you an option for promotion, oh babe you have done nothing wrong. you are simply working for your money, so long as you don't start reporting to favour any particular party.

i couldn't ignore your dilemma, because if i where in your shoes, i would have given same advice to myself. just remember to send some of the advert money to your friends like me sha. love

Anonymous said...

Linda please don't oh! Stay politically neutral don't let the money drag you into their world. It's the same thing they do offering rice and beans to the poor population and promise better lives if they vote for them! And look where we are.
Like you said you'll become involved with their enemies too!What happens if you pick one in favor of the other! Biko oh!God give you strength to resist!Because it's easier said than done.

Anonymous said...

As long as u post ads from all parties fairly....you'll be fine

Unknown said...

My advice Linda is to collect the Ads but put a bold caption or a disclaimer that this is a paid advert and that you are not supporting anything party.You have worked hard to build your brand.. dont allow the politicians spoil ur name

Anonymous said...

You should, why not? Oprah always interviewed both republican and democratic candidates on her show over the years. She only stopped with Obama. And the reason she did was because she she publicly came out to support him. So go ahead girl and make your money.

Iphekitan said...

Linda money must be made

tessy said...

Leave it alone

Anonymous said...

Linda we all know that you have been bought by the PDP recently so don't try to deceive anybody.

Mill Bill 2AE7CE6B said...

You just need to be real and never be bias, get the money from them and do your work perfectly, PDP and APC are the ruling parties as you can see, add your value as the campaign goes on.. thank you

iphekitan said...

Seriously money must be made

Anonymous said...

Run the ads biko... You're not choosing so it won't be like you're supporting one party and the other would come after you....so run the ads, keep an open mind, and as usual earn your pay.


Softrock.

Anonymous said...

Abeg collect am oh. come and sow into the life of my friend who is starving to death with her kids. she needs only 50k to start up her small chin chin business. SOS please. aheadahead4ever@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

Dear Linda...firstly I understand that your platform is a business however I don't think u should do anything primarily just to make money..even though money is important and has its place...however I would set strict boundaries if you accept ads from a political party..have a strict policy in place..that u wont take any ad..which pulls any political party down or individuals down u will only accept adds hat are uplifting e.g like what candidates want to do for naija etc so ur website doesn't become a dumping site for politicians ..after the election u will still be here..so pls protect your brand...and don't accept any ads for just the money..look at the message behind the ad..is it uplifting does it send a positive message..don't accept attack ads..so pls have strict boundaries..luvya

iyke cindy said...

Hell yeah u shud.....dis is an opportunity to partake in d chopping of govt money....u dare ask if u shud chop in it....wit all pleasure dear lindiway# nd remeba me wen d cash starts rollin in#

Anonymous said...

Linda, if you can resist any involvement, please do. If not, take their money and remain unbiased. Elections and Electioneering will end but this blog, your fans and other readers will still be here. Those guys in politics are not really worth your reputation. They are filthy scoundrels.

Unknown said...

Linda Ikeji, Be very very careful politics is a dirty game. People are already saying that your supporting APC because you post where they insult PDP more.
My Advice to you just take those add that says. Vote PDP or Vote APC only.
Dont take any add that insults any one. Otherwise you will live to regret it. If your not careful your blog will be blocked by PDP

Unknown said...

If I hear say u neva collect d moni

Anonymous said...

Linda go ahead jooh.. this is your business and noting will affect anything if you decide to collect money and run political ads on your blog.

Fabshirls said...

Hey Linda, I started reading your blog since way back 2008 in England and I introduced so many of my friends and persons both home and abroad to the blog cos of how i loved the content. please go ahead and make your good money. Your media platform is for information not just gossip. The ads don't mean that you belong to any party, you are just making your money and helping the country know about political parties - sharing information, whether its good or bad press.
I wish to be involved with the giveaways too, after all I have done my fair job for the blog.....hehehe

Thank you Linda.

Babe said...

Just be professional about it.
Start and end the posts with 'this is a sponsored ad/article'

Post from all parties. Don't be partial.
It's business. Keep it strictly business.

You will be fine

Unknown said...

Do Wetin you wan do Linda. Ads or no ads pple go vote their choice. Pple like me no ever vote sef. Collect the money jor.

Anonymous said...

Pls n pls li,take it.its d national cake.moreover u r not supporting any of d parties openly.just make sure u r not partial so DAT u wnt b caught in between..... Buki londoner

Unknown said...

Biko don't do oh it could backfire @ u later

Anonymous said...

DEAR linda pls go ahead.who no like money,jst let it be very obvious that its strictly business nd not that ure supporting any party..

Anonymous said...

Linda In my opinion, I will say do not do it. Yes the money is plenty but I will not do it. If u are doing for both parties then it's fine. If u are doing for just one, nne my hand no dey ooo.

Anonymous said...

Ehm Linda I guess u should, #ITSBUSINEZ

vera said...

What is there to be confused about?run both ads with an open mind.its business and doesnt mean you are supporting any group.take the oba of lagos for example,he will welcome both aspirants to his palace and bless them.that doesnt mean he is being involved with politics.

Anonymous said...

Leave it ..its blood money ..stolen funds from corruption...fear God

annie said...

Opportunity comes but once...If u like, no chop! Annie sayz so!

Unknown said...

Tho money is good, and money u have already.
Good name is better and that, u're building.
So don't let these shallow, narrow minded Nigerian politicians slur the good name u've been painstakingly building.


14th feBUHARI is the date. Vote wisely.

Unknown said...

It's better for you to be non partisan in order to avoid upsetting some of your readers.

Unknown said...

Tho money is good, and money u have already.
Good name is better and that, u're building.
So don't let these shallow, narrow minded Nigerian politicians slur the good name u've been painstakingly building.


14th feBUHARI is the date. Vote wisely.

Anonymous said...

Collect d money Linda...this is d season to make more money...na wao, u dey ask as if u no b correct Ibo lady...

Unknown said...

Honestly you are running a business I will advise you to collect provided it does not affect your terms with Google. more so, you have to be independent on your write up. wishing you all the best lady

Unknown said...

Tho money is good, and money u have already.
Good name is better and that, u're building.
So don't let these shallow, narrow minded Nigerian politicians slur the good name u've been painstakingly building.


14th feBUHARI is the date. Vote wisely.

Anonymous said...

Abegee linda collect something Jooor wetin concern u if pdp come collect Apc collect cdc collect all na advert I support

Misunderstood said...

Like you said they said; be open minded, and as an open minded blogger you dont have to restrict yourself to a single party's ads. Post as many parties ads as they come to you and collect your tithe, its just business with no sentiments. #Misundastood

Diamond said...

Make ur money my dear, who go win go win

Otunba Pumba1 said...

Linda na wa for u ooo, r u not business oriented u don't need to ask but to run it n expand ur business n employ more hands to make u no. in Africa cos dis is ur year n don't dull it. For d giveaways I pray u remember me ooo cos I need dat cash too n a loyal LIB reader but I don't really comment sha...
GOD BLESS NIGERIA!!!

Anonymous said...

U should jare!! But make it clear that it's a sponsored ad or sponsored story #bettergogetyourmoney

NiKi Posh said...

Abeg do am jare, no be money u dey find? Making political ad doesn't mean u are supporting a political party

Unknown said...

collect ya money joor. this business. wake up aunty Linda.

Anonymous said...

you should. just don't take sides.

NiKi Posh said...

Collect am make our monday giveaway for boku

Unknown said...

collect ya money and advertise joor.

Anonymous said...

no please do not post their coments, they can not give you more than what you already have andcan ot stop your shine in the future. Besides besides reading our normal news, your blog will be filled up with political affairs and that shit is gonna be boring .. Linda my sweetheart , please post this and consider my opinion. I love you

Unknown said...

Run it oo let's chow money ooo

Pearlygates said...

The world needs more of u..honesty,sincerity,openess,generosity u hv it all.. pray abt it,seek advise frm ur parents n ur church head n den mak ur decision..

Anonymous said...

no please do not post their coments, they can not give you more than what you already have andcan ot stop your shine in the future. Besides besides reading our normal news, your blog will be filled up with political affairs and that shit is gonna be boring .. Linda my sweetheart , please post this and consider my opinion. I love you

Anonymous said...

the way i see it, you can run the ads from both parties, even for other parties that indicate interest since you are an objective observer and not an affiliate of any political party but while running the ads, try to steer clear of those with vilifying write-ups or those whose aim is to smear the image of the other parties involved...

Anonymous said...

Linda, no dull oo. U r doing business, accept them shapperly so far pay is good!!!


*****lustreangel2002@gmail.com****

Unknown said...

U know u wanna do it...Please go ahead and run em ads...Theres NOTHING wrong with it.

Anonymous said...

Linda, money is not everything o. Politics and political ads may or may not make your life more complicated. It is sometimes hard not to take sides and of course one party will predominate because they have more money to throw. We love our LIB as it us devoid of any political drama and long comments but on the flip side you have to do what is best for you since we don't know how much they are throwing at you, lol. Ruminate over it well though. All the best. fobecfmg@gmail.com

Unknown said...

Linda pls dnt do it bt if u ve to do it,u need to run d two parties cos running one party is dangerous

Unknown said...

please don't take it

Anonymous said...

Do not take it! What will happen after the election? Think about it.

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