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BUSINESS TECH

Blackberry Unveils a New Smartphone- the Q5

April 19, 2022

At a Blackberry Live event this week, the company released a new phone for emerging economies, the Q5, a cheaper phone than the already launched Q10 and  Z10 phones. According to the CEO, Thorsten Heins, “BlackBerry is excited to bring the new BlackBerry Q5 smartphone to our customers in selected markets around the world.” “The BlackBerry Q5 gives … Continue reading Blackberry Unveils a New Smartphone- the Q5

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TECH

11 Things To Look Out For In SEO Packages

April 19, 2022

By Olatunji Adetunji Search engines have set up specific criteria that a website must meet to get to the top of the list. The criteria are different for every engine, but all engines share several commonalities. It all boils down to the type and amount of content provided on a given website, the level of … Continue reading 11 Things To Look Out For In SEO Packages

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TECH

Paid Subscription Channels Launched on YouTube

April 19, 2022

YouTube has announced the launch of paid subscription channels on its website. The new service is now available in ten countries and prices for channels starts from 99 cents — a month. YouTube in a release on its blog, explained that, “We’ve been building a YouTube partner program since 2007 that enables content creators to … Continue reading Paid Subscription Channels Launched on YouTube

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BUSINESS Media TECH

Google Schedules Data Journalism Training for Nigerian Journalists

April 19, 2022

Google has announced that it will train Nigerian journalists on Data Tools Training, beginning from June 4, 2013. The training will focus on using Google fusion tables, Google forms and Spreadsheet, Advanced Search 2.0 application, Google Earth Maps and Crowd Sourcing with the Social Media, to enhance news gathering by journalists. Explaining this in a statement, … Continue reading Google Schedules Data Journalism Training for Nigerian Journalists

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Tourism Travel

Kenya: Africa’s Tourist Heartbeat

April 19, 2022

By Shade Ladipo If Africa had a tourist beehive, it would be called Kenya. One of Africa’s stable democracies, boasting of some features that other African countries envy – Kenya is definitely the tourist heartbeat of Africa. Kenya is proof that good branding is all you ever need for a product to succeed. The weather … Continue reading Kenya: Africa’s Tourist Heartbeat

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Creative Industry News

Fidelity Bank Announces Winner for Creative Writing Contest

April 19, 2022

Enajite Mary Efemuaye today emerged as the winner of the Fidelity bank sponsored weekly creative writing contest which is in its 3rd week. Toni Kan who serves as the editor and judge of the Fidelity creative writing blog said “Enajite’s story betrays amazing imaginative power in her ability to eschew the literal for the symbolic. … Continue reading Fidelity Bank Announces Winner for Creative Writing Contest

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TECH

8 Things to Know about Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

April 19, 2022

By Olatunji Adetunji The following are the normal SEO criteria an individual or company should look out for prior to hiring or performing search engine optimization. 1.      Initial Consultation & Keywords: Prior to making any SEO related changes to your website most SEO companies would assign to you a technical team who will review your … Continue reading 8 Things to Know about Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

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TECH

Five Nigerian Startups Close in on Venture Funding

April 19, 2022

Five startups; Fix My Gadget, Cashenvoy, BookNowNow, SkinIT and Giga layer, are up for venture funding through the Lagos Angel Network, LAN, after they were shortlisted from a pool of applications. The Lagos Angel Network, comprising of 15 members and backed by the Lagos Innovation Advisory Council, is commencing the Innovate Lagos project and held … Continue reading Five Nigerian Startups Close in on Venture Funding

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Stuff

Who to Follow on Twitter: Foodie Tweeps

April 19, 2022

Wondering which handles to follow on Twitter this weekend? If you enjoy meals that are tasty, healthy and within reach in Nigeria, these tweeps will definitely inspire you:   1. @afrolems Bio: Educating the world on #Nigerian #Food. #Catering and Food#Blogging http://www.facebook.com/afrolems    http://www.afrolems.com  Toronto, Ontario · Tweets We Love -Have some time today and you are in the mood to try … Continue reading Who to Follow on Twitter: Foodie Tweeps

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SPORTS

Sunday Mba Joins Enugu Rangers, At Last!

April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude Sunday Mba is a free man at last, after Warri Wolves and Enugu Rangers reached an agreement over his transfer. The Nigerian 2013 AFCON hero has been out of action due to the tug of war between the two clubs over his contract/ownership. Warri Wolves FC has finally bowed to appeals from various stakeholders, … Continue reading Sunday Mba Joins Enugu Rangers, At Last!

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SPORTS

Emenike to Miss Confederations Cup

April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude Nigeria bullish striker, Emmanuel Emenike, will miss this summer’s 2014 World Cup qualifiers and the FIFA Confederations Cup due to a knee injury. On returning from a lengthy injury layoff, the 2013 AFCON Golden boot winner picked up the injury while playing for his club, Spartak Moscow in a Russian league fixture. … Continue reading Emenike to Miss Confederations Cup

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BUSINESS Events

Momentum Behind Region’s Leading Tech Event Illustrates Industry Growth and Progress

April 19, 2022

Mobile Web West Africa 2013, the region’s leading mobile focused conference, has almost hit full capacity over a week before the event is due to be held. The event takes place from May 7th through 10th at the Four Points by Sheraton in Lagos, Nigeria. Only a handful of places now remain for the popular industry get-together; … Continue reading Momentum Behind Region’s Leading Tech Event Illustrates Industry Growth and Progress

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Relationships

Is Divorce the New Trend in Nigeria?

April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude “Everybody seems to be getting married and the unmarried ones seem to be getting more worried.” That’s a tweet from one of the numerous people I follow on Twitter. My friend Mikael gave me the shock of the year so far on my birthday. He told me he wanted to settle down … Continue reading Is Divorce the New Trend in Nigeria?

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Events

Last day to register at discounted rate for Mobile Web West Africa

April 19, 2022

Today’s the day! Yes, the end is indeed nigh, as the Mobile Web West Africa 2013 early booking discount is going to run out at the end of today, Friday 19th April. So if you’re considering attending, now is the time for you to reserve your place at the event, which takes place on the 7th, 8th & 9th of May at … Continue reading Last day to register at discounted rate for Mobile Web West Africa

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TECH

Social Media Marketing Strategy 101 for Nigerian E-Commerce Companies

April 19, 2022

By Onyeka Akumah The e-commerce buzz in Nigeria is in full swing, and with this evolving industry has come the need for full scale and effective online marketing initiatives to push the right products to the right customers via the right channels without spending your company’s entire budget. Developing such a strategy is just one of … Continue reading Social Media Marketing Strategy 101 for Nigerian E-Commerce Companies

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