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Tourism

How To Enjoy a Boat Cruise in Nigeria

April 19, 2022

Boat Cruises are not new on the Nigeria tourism scene. Initially it was just as a means of transportation on speed boats to secluded beach spots like Tarkwa Bay or Ilashe beach in Lagos. But it is evolving to become much more. We now have Jazz cruises, Themed party cruises, River Cruises, Lunch/Dinner cruises and … Continue reading How To Enjoy a Boat Cruise in Nigeria

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Politics

The January 19th 2019 Presidential Debate

April 19, 2022

A mild drama ensued on Saturday, 19th January 2019 at the Congress Hall of the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja where the Nigerian presidential debate took place. The debate which was graced by just 3 out of the 5 invited candidates, witnessed the absence of the 2 major candidates of the election; President Muhammadu Buhari and Alhaji … Continue reading The January 19th 2019 Presidential Debate

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Tourism

4 Ways To Prepare For Your First-Ever Zip-Lining Experience In Nigeria

April 19, 2022

Zip-lining is a relatively new adventure activity here in Nigerian, as is Bungee jumping. Many people don’t even know they can do both right here without having to travel out of the country. The fear of the unknown coupled with the knowledge of the risks involved hinders a lot of Nigerians who know about Zip-lining … Continue reading 4 Ways To Prepare For Your First-Ever Zip-Lining Experience In Nigeria

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Travel

Don’t miss these 2019 Tour Deals

April 19, 2022

Lery B Travels Are you a business owner travelling to Dubai to buy things? Don’t miss out on the Dubai Shopping Festival for those travelling between 22nd – 27th January. This package includes Return Flight Tickets on Egypt Air, 5 nights in a 4-star Hotel, Daily Breakfast, Airport Transfers, Dubai Visa, all taxes including Tourism Dirham, several … Continue reading Don’t miss these 2019 Tour Deals

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Nigeria

INEC’s Timetable and Schedule of Activities for 2019 General Elections

April 19, 2022

The 2019 General Elections will probably be Nigeria’s most important election yet. This is the first time in many years that Nigerians, both old and young, are immensely interested in the Presidential elections. It goes without saying that Nigeria is currently in a critical state, and the results of this year’s presidential elections would potentially decide … Continue reading INEC’s Timetable and Schedule of Activities for 2019 General Elections

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SPORTS

Golden Moment In Sports: When Ese Brume Retained Her Long Jump Title At the 2017 All Nigeria T&F Championships

April 19, 2022

Day 1 of the 2017 All Nigeria Track and Field Championships (ANT&FC) in Abuja, was just another opportunity for Nigerian long jump queen, Ese Brume, to exercise her dominance on the field. Brume, who was at the time the reigning Commonwealth and African Long Jump Gold medalists, shrugged off every doubt in her ability when … Continue reading Golden Moment In Sports: When Ese Brume Retained Her Long Jump Title At the 2017 All Nigeria T&F Championships

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Year In Review

Year In Review: Nigeria In 2018 On Connect Nigeria

April 19, 2022

People   Joe Blankson put the lives of 25 boat passengers before his own in a rescue mission that cost him his life on Thursday June 28, 2018. https://connectnigeria.com/articles/2018/08/everyday-heroes-blankson-dies-after-rescuing-13-drowning-boat-passengers/   Nigerian kids dance group, Ikorodu Dream Catchers, got a surprise Easter visit from super model, Naomi Campbell. https://connectnigeria.com/articles/2018/04/ikorodu-dream-catchers-get-easter-visit-naomi-campbell/   A year long protest against the inhumane … Continue reading Year In Review: Nigeria In 2018 On Connect Nigeria

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Tourism

Top 10 Tourist Destinations in Nigeria (2018)

April 19, 2022

Domestic tourism has been a crazy ride this year for Nigerians. We are finally waking up to the reality that our country is beautiful, with amazing sights to see. The numerous innovations in upcoming recreational establishments have made having a vacation in Nigeria more fun than previous years. Though many states are still playing catch … Continue reading Top 10 Tourist Destinations in Nigeria (2018)

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Politics

The Implications of Insecurity on the General Nigerian Psyche

April 19, 2022

Fear is a common emotion which humans experience, day in day out. However, in a largely unsecured environment, the feeling of fear is more magnified. In little time, fear develops into paranoia where an individual might just panic needlessly whether s/he is in danger or not. Nigerians who travel frequently on roads sometimes live to tell in … Continue reading The Implications of Insecurity on the General Nigerian Psyche

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Politics

Vice Presidential Debate 2019: Inching Towards Issue-Based Politics

April 19, 2022

On Friday, 14th December, vice-presidential candidates slugged it out in a debate at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja for the 2019 general elections. The event had an enthusiastic audience across the internet, television, and radio listening keenly for fine details, body language, composure and preparedness of the candidates in supporting the mandate of their presidential … Continue reading Vice Presidential Debate 2019: Inching Towards Issue-Based Politics

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SPORTS

2018 NSF: We Will Win The Volleyball Gold, Says Plateau Coach

April 19, 2022

The head coach of the Plateau men’s volleyball team, John Philip, is very optimistic that his side will claim the gold medal at the ongoing 2018 National Sports Festival (NSF) in Abuja. After posting a 3-2 (25-19 25-22 23-25 23-25 15-9) win over Anambra, the Plateau team advanced to the semi-final of the male volleyball … Continue reading 2018 NSF: We Will Win The Volleyball Gold, Says Plateau Coach

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SPORTS

2018 NSF: 11 Year Old Long Distance Runner, Ojurongbe, Eyes 800m Gold

April 19, 2022

A JSS II student of the Federal Government College Ilorin, Ayooluwa Ojurongbe, who will be competing in Saturday’s 800m race alongside well-versed athletes, is confident she will stun her opponents to a gold medal finish at the ongoing 2018 National Sports Festival in Abuja. For an 11-year-old, Ojurongbe’s courage is quite reassuring of Nigeria’s future in … Continue reading 2018 NSF: 11 Year Old Long Distance Runner, Ojurongbe, Eyes 800m Gold

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SPORTS

2018 NSF: We Are On A Hunt For Fresh Talents, Says Chukwumerije

April 19, 2022

The Technical Director, Nigeria Taekwondo Federation (NTF), Chika Chukwumerije, has said that the federation is on a hunt for fresh new talents at the ongoing 2018 National Sports Festival (NSF), at the National Stadium, Abuja. Chukwumerije told newsmen at the festival that since Day 1 of the tournament, there have been quite a number of … Continue reading 2018 NSF: We Are On A Hunt For Fresh Talents, Says Chukwumerije

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SPORTS

National Sports Festival: Ese Brume Sets New Long Jump Record

April 19, 2022

Reigning African champion, Ese Brume, has leapt to a new Championship record in the Women’s Long Jump event at the ongoing National Sports Festival in Abuja. The Nigerian leap-queen, who is competing for Team Delta, made a sensational jump of 6.62m on Tuesday, to win the gold medal, while also smashing the former record of … Continue reading National Sports Festival: Ese Brume Sets New Long Jump Record

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Fashion

Brands We Love: Oba Couture

April 19, 2022

Oba Couture is one of a number of Nigerian luxury fashion brands that have sprung up in the last decade. Fueled by the perception of a growing taste for stylish Afrocentric accessories, these new generation ventures are setting up shop in the cities of Nigeria, and across urban Africa. The leather shoes and bags produced … Continue reading Brands We Love: Oba Couture

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