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Hi,
I checked the Support ticket and the last response was from us (June 1).

However, I see a possible cause of the confusion. The system says of the support ticket you created: "Not a Registered Client". The reason is that though we enabled the system to receive initial support tickets for initial enquiries, you would need to register for a continuous follow-up. I'm very sorry for this inconvenience, but it does help us keep records.

Would you mind registering and updating the ticket with the domain names? Otherwise, like I said earlier, simply send an ordinary email to info at netorb dot net dot ng

Many thanks!

Irresponsible?  Hmm, strong.

Anyhow, if you followed the Contact us link from http://netregit.com.ng you would notice that you can create a Support Ticket.

In any case, your reply (and your desired list of domains) were not received I can assure you.

Could you please send them again, by simply replying the email you were sent requesting them. Or please let me know to which email you sent your replies. Write me at info at netregit dot com dot ng

Many thanks

It's true, .ng domain registrations are now live.

As at yesterday, registered domains become visible on the Internet within the hour.

On the website of NIRA (nira.org.ng) you can find the list of accredited registrars. Choose one of them to register for you.

You could also go direct to http://netregit.com.ng

There are several advantages that the .ng domain option offers, one being the ability to register choice names hitherto unavailable on the other already crowded domains.

As one of the accredited registrars I'm willing to answer questions and help resolve any doubts.

Regards

I guess a traditional ruler needs to test his popularity once in a while.

Yup, I for one

See our site here: http://netregit.com.ng

Seton:
sincerely .ng has been a torn in my flesh 'cos it has made me to lose many more deep pocket customers because of the fact they cannot register a domain for me, a .gov.ng for a local government of that matter after going through all the process. Twice i have tried to register in December 2008 as free and also april 28, 2009 when i had to pay again to register the same domain. I am really disappointed, the most annoying thing is that your mails to the registrar@register.net.ng are not always replied. For God when are we going to get it right in this country. Is it prayers or what.
I have learnt my lesson and which i think we all must have learnt and the only solution to it is 'never promise a client .ng'
it is really unfortunate.
Is things a country of our dreams?
Is this how they are going to treat many of us that have decided to use it as our Unique selling point?
Is is now a crime to be identified with .ng?
many quetions than answers

Hi there, I understand your feelings exactly. I too have received flaks from clients over the .ng domain.
It's better now. I'm optimistic that you can now register a .ng domain instantly. Like I said in an earlier post, I did a .edu.ng and it was visible in DNS in 4 hours! I think that's quite an improvement, don't you think?

NIRA did not delete any domains.

True, the disruption was caused when domain names were being moved from the old system to a newer one. During the migration those domains were adversely affected that initially stood on shaky ground. Let me explain. During the old registration system, registrars had the option to register using either "simple" servers or "advanced" servers. In the latter case, they had to provide DNS (Domain Name Servers) themselves. Most reputable registrars did that, but others chose the "simple" servers, which understandably was easier because you did not fall into the tricky and more complicated 'trap' of the "Advanced" method.

Now when the domain names were transited to the new system, naturally only those with DNS (which all domains need) moved over without a hitch.

So you see, it was not entirely NIRA's fault.

I am one of the .ng Registrars. I was initially flustered myself but soon realized I had my faults as well.

So what NIRA is now doing is trying to identify which domain belonged to which registrar and getting them over to the new one. Recognize that this is not an easy task granted that .ng domain registration was a "free for all" before now and hundreds of people had been "registrars". Identifying names to transit to 29 accredited registrars is not a mean (manual) feat.

I can confirm that NIRA .ng domain registration is now live and registration is instant. I know, because I have begun to use it.

OK, I thought I should chip in this so that people can have a bit more hope

Hope this helps.

Each module will receive an in-depth coverage (otherwise it would not be useful in practice ) The courses are handled by Industry-tested anti-h-a-c-k-e-r-s, or you can call them "Ethical h-a-c-k-e-r-s" as they like to call themselves.

Please pardon my use of hyphens in the spelling. It's to circumvent the bot in this forum that changes such words.

Thanks for the feedback.

Thanks for the feedback Sherriff

Thanks for this thread.  Pls can someone give precise locations (if possible) for where to learn Aikido in Lagos.

Anyone close to Victoria Island?

Thanks

Her resignation letter (attached)

The scan above doesn't prove anything.

If Hostgator say they find nothing malicious on your site, if anything that "proves" that the aforementioned Interswitch scam is coming from you, rather than from external elements.

If you're in Lagos, you have several possibilities for withdrawing your money from Mastercard.

Go to GTB Branch on Tiamiu Savage Street, Victoria Island with your Driver's License. You will fill a form and will get your dollars in cash over the counter. There's a $6 charge. If you want to avoid this charge, you will apply and in 45 days will get your money out.

ATM Option: Zenith Bank Branch on Adeyemo Alakija should give accept your Mastercard but will pay you in Naira.

If you're in Ikeja, the GTB branch at Ikeja will do same as in Tiamiu Savage = $ Cash.

Hope this helps.

Sleep well

For anyone interested, there are some teasers here: http://yehg.net/lab/#training

Actually competition is not such a bad thing. It puts good business people on their toes.

No, that's not the main issue for us here. Simply training for those who wish to be prepared. Anyhow, that's the reason for this post - to get feedback, and you're already giving it. Thanks a mil!

Hi Seun,

Thanks for your reply.
Actually we already do that. We have a good number (who appreciate the 'insurance' nature of the field) on our list.

We now think it will be worthwhile expanding the sphere of programmers who have this ability, hence the idea for this course.

Hi all,

Our Media Company is packaging an Online Virtual Learning on Web/Network Security. It is no longer news that web sites are daily being hacked, and that any future thinking programmer will better serve both himself and his clients, by being aware of how to prevent these hacks and what to do if they happen.

Nowadays, it's no longer a question of IF, but of WHEN.

The most high profile hacking in the Nigerian environment was the website of the PUNCH newspaper and many others whose owners preferred to say, "Down for Upgrading".

The Online Course will address the following areas among others:

Web Sites Penetration Testing
Network Penetration Testing
Code Auditing & Patching
Secure Configuration Management
Secure Web Development
Network Hacking Training
Web Hacking Training
End-User Security Training

Apache Tricks to protect sensitive/backup files
Apache Tricks to prevent Shell File Attack
What to do when you are hacked
HTTP Brute Forcing with JHijack
Scalp
RatProxy

Now the purpose of this post is to find out your views:

1. Will you take part in such a course if organized?
2. How much would you be willing to pay for each module?
3. How much time would you be willing to spend each day doing this?
4. How long should the entire cost run

I am very grateful for your feedback and please if you would be interested, do me a PM, and I will keep you informed of progress.

Thanks a lot.

Hi all,

Our Media Company is packaging an Online Virtual Learning on Web/Network Security. It is no longer news that web sites are daily being hacked, and that any future thinking programmer will better serve both himself and his clients, by being aware of how to prevent these hacks and what to do if they happen.

Nowadays, it's no longer a question of IF, but of WHEN.

The most high profile hacking in the Nigerian environment was the website of the PUNCH newspaper and many others whose owners preferred to say, "Down for Upgrading".

The Online Course will address the following areas among others:

Web Sites Penetration Testing
Network Penetration Testing
Code Auditing & Patching
Secure Configuration Management
Secure Web Development
Network Hacking Training
Web Hacking Training
End-User Security Training

Apache Tricks to protect sensitive/backup files
Apache Tricks to prevent Shell File Attack
What to do when you are hacked
HTTP Brute Forcing with JHijack
Scalp
RatProxy

Now the purpose of this post is to find out your views:

1. Will you take part in such a course if organized?
2. How much would you be willing to pay for each module?
3. How much time would you be willing to spend each day doing this?
4. How long should the entire cost run

I am very grateful for your feedback and please if you would be interested, do me a PM, and I will keep you informed of progress.

Thanks a lot.

No, registration is still manual for now, but it's much faster.  It's gone down to a max of 24 hours.  If you want one send me an email to domains AT netregit.com.ng

Cheers

Perhaps you can start by registering a more befitting domain name for them www.fountainuniv.edu.ng or whatever name of your choice.

Send me an email if you want: info at netregit dot com dot ng
I'll need a letter authorizing you to do it from a senior University official.

Cheers

EDIT: I don't know why this page keep changing the first word of my email address to INFORMATION. If it does again, please note that there are only four characters before the AT (@) sign I-N-F-O

Damn script

Adebayor won!

If you're considering Glo Internet, you might want to read this first http://writingpad.org/archives/152

Apple

I will like to bring to the attention of any movie Producers / Directors in the house of a Film Award that is being organized by a spanish NGO with Africa as focus.

Kindly see the details below.  There is also a website URL for reference.  PM me if you need any other detail not included here.

It may interest you to know that the 2006 edition was won by Mr. Gabriel Otonoku, a Nigerian documentary producer who also went home with 10,000 Euros. His winning entry was "Alaoma - Land of Beauty and Splendor" a documentary showcasing Nigerian Art and Culture.

Good luck!
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International Harambee Award 3nd Edition “Communicating Africa”

A. General Information

The Harambee International Prize, will be awarded to artistic endeavours which educate and promote humanitarian efforts in Sub-Saharan African countries.

The Prize is open to those audiovisual products broadcast by a TV network or station dealing with ethnic, religious, social, economic, and cultural issues relevant to Sub-Saharan Africa.

The first edition of the Prize was organised in 2004 with 51 documentaries presented and the following are the winners1.the world according to Children: Eritrea' - Serena Laudisa; 2. 'Inhlangelo fund' by Michelle Makori y 3. Inkingi z'ubuntu by Lena Slachmuijlder. The Award ceremony was held in Rome at the Campidoglio on November 15th, 2004.

In the 2006 edition they presented 47 works and the following were the winners:-“Alaoma – Land of beauty and splendour” from Gabriel Otonoku, Nigeria. and -“When you say four thousand goobyes” from Jim Fahy, Ireland. The ceremonyfor the entrance prize took place on the 14th of November in the Protometeca room in Rome.


B. Characteristics of the Prize

1. The Prize is intended to challenge public opinion by drawing attention and concern to Africa until we can overcome:
- the silence: people’s unwillingness to respect Africa’s place in the international community;
- the stereotypes: limited views on Africa as a haven of war, social drama, health emergencies and poverty. A partial view that hides the real, everyday Africa.

2. Particular attention will be paid to those reports which emphasize the value of training as an indispensable means for a peaceful progress of African society.

3.The Prize has an economic stipend of 10,000 euros.The Jury can award it to one or two entrants. The economic donation is subject to the fiscal laws.

4. All audiovisual works that have been made and sent in the period from the 1st of October 2006 to the 30th of September 2008 to the end of December can participate in the competition.


C. Criteria

1. All works that have been produced and sent in the period from the 1st of October 2006 to the 30th of September 2008, that complete the requisite details signalled in paragraph b can also be included in the competition.

2. All reports should be submitted in two forms (VHS, DVD or CD), and will not be returned. All shipping charges are at the senders' expense.

3. Submissions should be accompanied by a membership Form (annex) and a statement by the broadcaster stating the day and time of the transmission.

4. Submissions should be accompanied by an authorization from the commercial rights holder stating permission for transmission in the context of the Award’s publication. The Prize committee will duly cite the producer during the transmission.

5. The reports can be edited in either English, French, Italian, Portuguese or Spanish. If done in any other language, subtitles in one of the aforementioned languages must be included.

6. A list of accepted productions will be published on the www.harambee.es and www.harambee-africa.org website.

7. The jury prize will be composed of people of diverse nationalities.The jury can decide to not award the prize and /or to give it to two people. In this case they can determine the financial sum. Their decisions will be final.

8. The award ceremony will take place in Madrid in November 2008. The exact date and location will be posted in advance on the Harambee website.

9. Upon submission, the Prize steering committee has the right to screen the documentaries for the press, in so far as they are only for cultural usage and not for monetary gain.

10. The Prize committee will recognize the documentaries' creators based upon whomever is so named on the membership application.

11. Participation in the Prize implies acceptance of the above mentioned rules.

All submissions should be sent to:

International Harambee Award – Reportage on Africa

Castelló, 115 – 1º Local 203 28006 Madrid

BY SEPTEMBER 30, 2008

Proof of postage required

Madrid, November 7th, 2007

Bump

Isn't it funny? In a country where everybody cries and groans and complains that unemployment is high, I made a post two weeks ago - several views no reply.

Anyhow, I got the person I wanted through other means. It goes to show that either there is a problem of qualification or we are choosy. Or simply that I did not make an attractive post

No matter, but I couldn't help this follow-up post. Take care!

"Jesus was a Carpenter, he must have been poor".  I like that.  How's that for example?  After all "the servant is not greater than his master", No?

True, being a carpenter is not synonymous with poverty - but neither is it synonymous with being rich, at least in the material sense of it.

You see, I think one major problem is that many consider life here as the ultimate and definitive one.  While it is true that man needs a minimum of well being to be able to serve God, the danger remains for the one who now begins to consider these 'goods' as ends in themselves.  

"Where your treasure is, there will your heart be"

Ok, thanks.