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Life With Boko Haram
April 19, 2022
In December 2010, Nigeria experienced its first wave of terrorist bombings at Christian churches. In 2011, we had our first-ever suicide car bombing, at the United Nations headquarters here. The explosion rattled my nearby office building. Flinging myself on the floor, I assumed it was an earthquake. A bomb was still the last thing on … Continue reading Life With Boko Haram
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Over 10 Million BBM Downloads for Android and iPhone in First 24 Hours of Release
April 19, 2022
Blackberry Messenger (BBM), the flagship chat app on Blackberry, is now available for download for Android and iPhone users. This, weeks after a botched release in September, saw over 10 million downloads in 24 hours, recording one of the best single days for a mobile app. BBM can now be downloaded via Apple App Store … Continue reading Over 10 Million BBM Downloads for Android and iPhone in First 24 Hours of Release
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Over Three Thousand Models Attend 2013 Music Meets Runway Casting
April 19, 2022
The 2013 model casting for the premier music and fashion show, Music Meets Runway (MMR) saw a huge turnout of over three thousand young aspiring female and male models. The event was held in the Expo Hall at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. This is the latest in a series of campaigns … Continue reading Over Three Thousand Models Attend 2013 Music Meets Runway Casting
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Square Cash Allows Money Transfers Via Email
April 19, 2022
The mobile, and peer-to-peer payment industries are becoming highly competitive. Led byPayPal, Venmo and Google Wallet, these services allow people to send money easily, either to merchants or to friends. Now the credit card processing company, Square, is trying its hand at simplified money transfers that allow users to send people money simply by sending … Continue reading Square Cash Allows Money Transfers Via Email
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You And Your Phone Are One!
April 19, 2022
It was 5.30am when she hit the street with her earphones on. Light was beginning to shove darkness away. Panting, and with her mind fixated on her weight loss strategy, her feet hit the ground in quick succession, even as she regaled her mind with music from her Blackberry phone, using her earphones for convenience … Continue reading You And Your Phone Are One!
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MARKET UPDATE: QE In The US Comes To A Standstill As Janet Yellen Gets In Line To Fill Bernanke’s Shoes
April 19, 2022
The result of last week’s FOMC Minutes in the US was largely centered on Janet Yellen’s nomination as the next Chairwoman of the Federal Reserve. Whilst estimates foretold that QE tapering was in the cards to be announced at last week’s Minutes – as was an imminent end to QE altogether by mid-2014 – neither … Continue reading MARKET UPDATE: QE In The US Comes To A Standstill As Janet Yellen Gets In Line To Fill Bernanke’s Shoes
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Higgs-Boson Scientists win Nobel Prize in Physics
April 19, 2022
Two scientists have won the Nobel prize in physics for their work on the theory of the Higgs boson. Peter Higgs, from the UK, and Francois Englert from Belgium, shared the prize. In the 1960s they were among several physicists who proposed a mechanism to explain why the most basic building blocks of the Universe have … Continue reading Higgs-Boson Scientists win Nobel Prize in Physics
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1,000 Exhibitors to Participate at the 2013 Lagos International Trade Fair
April 19, 2022
The 2013 edition of the Lagos International Trade Fair expects to have 1000 exhibitors, according to organisers of the event, billed to hold from November 1st – 10th at the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos. The organisers say they have already received bookings from 200 indigenous firms for a combined space of 20,000 square metres. … Continue reading 1,000 Exhibitors to Participate at the 2013 Lagos International Trade Fair
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Economic Update: US and Eurozone Exhibit Pool of Mixed Data
April 19, 2022
The US proclaimed mixed economic news during the course of last week, some areas of the economy showing an onward and upward move and some lagging slightly behind. According to data released on Tuesday, September 24th, the Consumer Confidence for September fell to 79.7 from August’s figure of 81.8, revealing that US consumers are not … Continue reading Economic Update: US and Eurozone Exhibit Pool of Mixed Data
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Who to Follow on Twitter: Relationship Boosters
April 19, 2022
Wondering which handles to follow on Twitter this weekend? Relationships are an integral part of our lives, be they with lovers, spouses, offspring, parents or friends. For tips on how to nurture and get the best out of your relationships, check out these handles; 1. @Gbemisoke Bio: Livin’ Laughin’ Lovin’ ♪ www.gbemisoke.blogspot.com · gbemisoke.blogspot.com Tweets We Love * … Continue reading Who to Follow on Twitter: Relationship Boosters
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Gaming Platforms Gaining Ground in Africa; Nigeria’s ‘ChopUp’ Plans Launch
April 19, 2022
ICT professionals are rapidly exploiting opportunities that development of gaming software is gaining in the market. DEMO Africa, the launch pad for emerging technologies will be launching 3 gaming products; Spyros Entertainment from Egypt; Kenya’s Jooist; and Nigeria’s ChopUp. ChopUp from Nigeria is a social platform that connects mobile device gamers across Africa and then … Continue reading Gaming Platforms Gaining Ground in Africa; Nigeria’s ‘ChopUp’ Plans Launch
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Market Update: Confidence Resurfaces in Eurozone
April 19, 2022
Nothing too out of the ordinary emanated from the US last week, with an array of both disappointing and encouraging key economic indicators released. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose only 0.1% in August as opposed to July’s figure of 0.2%, with the Labor Department naming high costs in the housing sector as the culprit … Continue reading Market Update: Confidence Resurfaces in Eurozone
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DRIBBLE: Kicking Breast Cancer Out of Nigeria
April 19, 2022
The fight against cancer has just received a boost as five women, determined and passionate, have teamed up to kick against the deadly disease. Rising to tackle this problem in an innovative way, they started up the G.O.A.L initiative. G.O.A.L, an acronym for Girls of Outstanding Aims & Lifestyle, was built to use entertainment, seminars, … Continue reading DRIBBLE: Kicking Breast Cancer Out of Nigeria
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Emeka Okafor Out Indefinitely with Neck Injury
April 19, 2022
Emeka Okafor, Washington Wizards Centre and University of Connecticut alumnus, is out indefinitely from the team roster after being diagnosed with a herniated C4 cervical disc. A statement from the 6’10 big man reflected a mood of devastation, noting that his preparation for the new season which opens October 29, 2013 is now futile. “I … Continue reading Emeka Okafor Out Indefinitely with Neck Injury
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Who to Follow on Twitter: Business & Brand Tweeters
April 19, 2022
Wondering which handles to follow on Twitter this weekend? Whether you’re thinking of launching a start-up, or you’re looking to take your business to the next level, Nigerian Twitter is choc-full of sound counsel and resources. For tips on how to build your business and position your brand, the following handles are recommended: 1. @VeniaBizHub … Continue reading Who to Follow on Twitter: Business & Brand Tweeters
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