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Lekki Arts and Craft Market
The Lekki Arts and craft market, also known as Oba Elegushi market or Jakande market is the number one go-to market for some of the most creative, original art and handmade crafts in Lagos

And the fact that everything is “really really” affordable is a huge added bonus. Art lover in Lagos and you don’t know about Lekki Arts and Craft Market? Weird flex but okay. Let me tell you how my “wakajugbe” led me to this treasure trove.

It was a hot sunny afternoon in December as harmattan decided to go AWOL on us this year; global warming isn’t even a joke in Nigeria. I hopped out of the house with my cousin to drag our feet across the streets of Lagos and discover the undiscovered and the market was the first location I pushed for.

Now, the market is located On Oba Elegushi Street, just before the fifth roundabout, off Lekki-Epe Expressway. It’s a 10 minutes’ drive from Lekki Phase 1.

I must say, the ease of getting there isn’t so great. The road is terrible and will probably be a lot worse in the raining season as it has the potential to be waterlogged (shallow drainage system).

Looking past the bad road leading there, the market looks more like a shopping complex, and because of the vertical architectural design, you might not immediately notice it as an art market until you’re actually inside, maybe a signage would make it a lot easier.

Arriving at the market, the compound has a fair packing space, but be prepared to pay N200 ($0.54) for parking if you are driving. Some guys would tell you right before you pack and you will be compelled to pay when you’re about leaving.


Seye (my cousin) giving them one “For the Gram”
After we got out of the car, I drew out my water bottle (man must remain hydrated) and prepared to unleash my bargaining skills. I must mention, cash is king in this market, though a few number of traders allow for bank transfer. The market, because of its structure is easy to navigate through without having to back track again repeatedly. It is really well organized.

Starting off at an Ankara stall, on display were Ankara back packs, female Ankara bags, Ankara purses, and Ankara fabric themselves. They looked really nice and come at a good price but remember you’ve got to have strong bargaining skills. I remember starting of the negotiation for the Ankara backpack at N5,000 ($13.72) but finalized for N2,000 ($5.49) that leaves us at 40% bargaining threshold; but you know the saying “No one buys the first jean they try on”.

If you give an impression of rich person, you will be exploited, but rather I spoke “pidgin English” every time I had to negotiate to ease off tension, and if I observe you’re Yoruba, I spoke the Yoruba dialect to enhance familiarity for a better price.


Painting at the market
After series of Ankara stalls for price comparison came the craft works ranging from wooden sculptures to metallic works. Each art stall had its own story and specialization, some majored on bigger wooden sculptures, metallic works, brass, Yoruba works, and many more. These works ranged from N5000 ($13.72) up to as high as N300,000 ($821.25) depending on the work. I got a wood carving of a guitar integrated into a saxophone, it left me speechless the moment I saw it, then I knew I had to get it.

Moving on was to explore the bead works, paintings and leather stalls. These guys had for sale amazing cowrie beads, bracelets, straw hats, actual coral, leather bags, wallets, and many more (the list is endless). I got a leather wallet for N1,000 ($2.74) after negotiating from N2,500 (same 40% bargaining threshold). In between all of these hassles was finding time to have a good sweet orange for refreshment – “I cannot come and die they say, Lol”.

Continue reading at https://www.globefarers.com/lekki-arts-and-crafts-market-2/20011/

Former BBNaija housemate, K.Brule will be thanking his lucky stars as he survived a near-death car crash.
The reality tv star took to his Instagram page on Wednesday, November 7, 2018, where he shared photos of the remains of his ruined car and that of the other car involved in the car crash which happened over the weekend. He went on to write a long epistle about what really transpired.
“On Sunday morning the 4th November at around 6 am my car experienced a blowout instinctively causing me to apply the brakes, which is the last thing I remember. Eyewitnesses say my vehicle spun....continue reading at http://hotfm.ng/lagos/2018/11/08/bbnaijas-k-brule-involved-in-near-death-car-crash/

Former BBNaija housemate, K.Brule will be thanking his lucky stars as he survived a near-death car crash.
The reality tv star took to his Instagram page on Wednesday, November 7, 2018, where he shared photos of the remains of his ruined car and that of the other car involved in the car crash which happened over the weekend. He went on to write a long epistle about what really transpired.
“On Sunday morning the 4th November at around 6 am my car experienced a blowout instinctively causing me to apply the brakes, which is the last thing I remember. Eyewitnesses say my vehicle spun....continue reading at http://hotfm.ng/lagos/2018/11/08/bbnaijas-k-brule-involved-in-near-death-car-crash/

The perfect gentleman is out with a new single titled ‘Beautiful to me’ and a video to go with it. He drove in on the super drive with Sensei Uche where he spoke about his previous relationships and his style of music.

Full Video:
http://hotfm.ng/lagos/2018/11/08/ric-hasssani-talks-relationships-more-on-the-superdrive/

The perfect gentleman is out with a new single titled ‘Beautiful to me’ and a video to go with it. He drove in on the super drive with Sensei Uche where he spoke about his previous relationships and his style of music.

Full Video:
http://hotfm.ng/lagos/2018/11/08/ric-hasssani-talks-relationships-more-on-the-superdrive/

The perfect gentleman is out with a new single titled ‘Beautiful to me’ and a video to go with it. He drove in on the super drive with Sensei Uche where he spoke about his previous relationships and his style of music.

Full Video:
http://hotfm.ng/lagos/2018/11/08/ric-hasssani-talks-relationships-more-on-the-superdrive/

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Uyo is littered with food places, restaurants and more restaurants. There are so many places to grab a plate of fufu and afang soup or vegetable rice and dry fish but so little customer service. I have too often been a victim of this poor customer service but one experience shook me hard and awake.


I wasn't feeling too well and I needed to take my meds which I couldn't do without moulding it into my eba. I headed to a local restaurant in school to get a plate of eba and egusi soup. At the food counter, I greeted the food seller rather weakly and asked to be attended to. She went about her business, attending to other male customers, addressing each one as "Sir" while ignoring me. Then, I grew impatient and got pissed off and demanded to be attended to. I was shocked or even something more when she said that how do I expect her to attend to me if I didn't greet her.


I was infuriated because I greeted her earlier on and got no response. Also, I don't think that greeting her or not should stop her from attending to me and giving good customer service for food I was paying for. Finally, being female and a student shouldn't be a reason to be disregarded or anything.


Uyo is a city that has potentials, a city I am passionate about. It's sad to know that this city has little or no customer service. Here's how to improve your relationship with your customers and improve your customer service.


Be Responsive To Your Customers

Everyone wants fast service, nobody is patient enough. I wasn't. Your customers want fast service. Immediately a customer walks through your door, focus on them, find out what they want and help out with anything. Even if business is conducted virtually, pay attention to customers, reply emails promptly, and even if the full answer cant be delivered immediately, always email back the same day. Be patient with them, make customers feel like you care enough, more than just the money they are paying for your services.


Accommodate Your Customers

Sometimes, a client will show up late to a call or sometimes a customer wont have all the relevant information service-team members need to provide assistance. While its okay and pretty easy to get annoyed, its important to learn how to accommodate customer needs, just like you accommodate a toddler throwing tantrums for ice-cream. Note that every customer or client determines the growth or fall of your business, they represent you and by word of mouth they either say good or bad about your business to other potential customers. Therefore, every customer is a potential brand ambassador, meaning every interaction can be a selling point or a barrier to attracting more business.


Treat Your Staff The Way You Treat Your Customers

The way you relate with your staff is the same way they will relate with the customers. Behaviour breeds behaviour and a positive happy staff will lead to positive happy customers too. Hence, to help change their mindset, treat your staff with respect, value and show concern and they will treat your customers the same way. This will help you improve your customer service.


Say Thank You

When I go to buy something, I say thank you afterwards and when I am being told thank you after buying something or requesting a service, it leaves a lasting impression on me to come back. Most times, brands and businesses feel like they deserve to be thanked for providing the services and products they offer to the customers. Rather, it takes nothing to say a "Thank you" to a customer who sacrifices money, time and energy to patronize your brand. Thank you has always been the magic word. Use it well.

Source: https://ceecare.com/publications/view/how-to-improve-your-customer-service/4d7f8086-24ef-4652-be7c-0c960a0a82dc

Sadly, customers are no longer recognized as king in Nigeria. "This is a reflection of the many years of poor service delivery they have endured in a country where fraud, deception and unwholesome business practices in the marketplace have been robbing them of their hard-earned income and for which they are unable to get any satisfactory redress."

Most businesses pay little or no attention to customer service and therefore would rather spend as little as possible on improving their customer service. The consumers have been dealt with every now and then, and consumer rights overlooked, as these service providers feel entitled to the services they offer.

Our electricity companies force consumers to pay monthly bills for services never enjoyed. Consumer's meters are no longer read yet bills are allocated and still, they are non-responsive to the customers when there's a disruption in distribution. Also, communication providers are ineffective to consumers dissatisfactions during network glitches.

Often, I imagine that we walk into a bank or an establishment and we get to wait hours on end before being attended to or having to endure being talked to rudely by the employees, being unable to express ourselves, just so we can get the service or products we deserve.

Service delivery in the public sector is at an embarrassing low. This is despite the introduction by the Head of Service some years ago, of SERVICOM, a public sector service pact with Nigerians. To access a service as simple as seeing a doctor in a public hospital, one has to contend with the abysmally poor infrastructure and the lackadaisical conduct of the staff.

Well, poor service delivery can change, consumer protection is linked to the idea of consumer rights, and to the formation of consumer organizations, which help consumers make better choices in the marketplace and get help with consumer complaints. There's consumer protection in Nigeria also, a group of specific bodies set up to help consumers deal with issues where companies have either provided poor service or have sold substandard goods to the consumer. This organization is the Consumer Protection Council – CPC.

Most consumers are ignorant of the Consumer protection act in Nigeria. The right of the consumer to be protected and not ignored. The consumer protection act is beneficial to the consumer and very functional in a variety of ways.

Source: https://ceecare.com/publications/view/customer-is-still-king-the-rights-of-the-consumer-in-nigeria/dca8c684-8201-4664-a61e-75e7b7f47e75

The rights of the consumers and its recognition is essential to any brand, business or society. 15 March is World Consumer Rights Day (WCRD), an annual occasion for celebration and solidarity within the international consumer movement. It marks the date in 1962 President John F Kennedy first outlined the definition of Consumer Rights. - Consumers International.

A movement called consumerism began to emerge in the 1950s, in response to the thought that customers have the right to be treated fairly and well by brands and businesses. The American Presidency Project shared John F. Kennedy’s special message to the Congress on protecting consumer rights. The Consumers Rights Act further asserts that every customer deserves a fair and honest treatment and protection by government regulated bodies.

As a Nigerian, you have consumer rights which you should be aware of and knowledgeable about. These consumer rights are fully backed by law as provided for in the Consumer Protection Council Act, under Chapter C25, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria 2004. The act provides for the establishment of the Consumer Protection Council (CPC) and empowers it to protect these rights for every Nigerian – no matter your social background.

1. The Right to Satisfaction of Basic Needs

Every consumer has access to basic goods and services necessary for survival, such as food, water, energy, clothing, shelter, health-care, education and sanitation. Goods and services must meet the standard of quality promised such that there is value for money in the purchase.

2. The Right to Safety

The consumers have the right to expect protection from hazardous products, production processes and services or faulty goods bought in the marketplace, which if used properly to serve its purpose, is hazardous to your health or life. This seemed more realistic when the Consumer Product Safety Act established the Consumer Product Safety Commission, or CPSC, in 1972. This federal agency has the authority to set performance standards, require companies to test their products and include warning labels on them, and compel product recalls.

3. The Right to Information

Every customer has the right to be adequately informed about the product or service he is buying, based on the quality, purity, potency, manufacture date, method of use and standard. Brands are not allowed to provide misleading information through advertising, labelling and packaging so the customers can make informed products or service choices.

4. The Right to Choose

This right ensures that the customers have access and availability to a variety of quality products and services in a conducive, healthy and competitive marketplace. Government practices to promote this right include time limits on patents and regulations against unfair pricing practices.

5. The Right to Redress

A customer has the right to voice out any complaints and be heard. They also deserve compensation for misrepresentation, shoddy goods and unsatisfactory public and private services, the unfair practices of the seller, including the right to adequate legal representation. These rights ensure they have access to benefits, a change of the products or services offered, refund of money for faulty products or the free repair of them.

6. The Right to Consumer Education

Customers should be adequately educated about the basic customer rights they enjoy. The consumers should gain acquisition of the skills they require to make informed consumer in the marketplace.

7. The Right to Consumer Representation

This consumer right advocates that consumers’ interests are heard, represented and considered in the formulation and implementation of economic and other policies affecting consumers. Also, businesses and brands should recognize customer's opinions and complaints during the development and manufacture of products and services. Consumers should be heard in law courts when they seek redress for any of the above consumer rights that were violated.

8. The Right to a Healthy Environment

Businesses have the responsibility to formulate policies in the production and regulation of goods and services that are hazardous to the natural environment. The consumers have the right to live in a healthy, pollution-free environment which will enhance the quality of their lives and their generations.

These basic consumer rights can be infringed upon anytime and consumers should be ready to seek redress always. These rights are applicable to both private and public organizations and enterprises. They are not limited to one sector alone.

Source: https://ceecare.com/publications/view/8-basic-rights-of-the-consumer/e0fe29dc-0a1e-4779-ab7e-d13484b018f1

They are just everywhere

galaciousbabe:
This one has started piling up curses 4 her unborn generation, later one inocent person wil marry her children and bear d consequences. God which kind wahala b this?

"This evening, I received a mail from monica.b80@yahoo.com, please find the details below:

Good morning,

Sorry for responding late to your mail, as we have restricted access to the internet and phone calls here.

I hope you are doing great? I personally made a special research on internet address book and I came across your information. I am presently writing this mail to you from U.S Military base Kabul Afghanistan hoping that you will assist me. There is absolutely going to be a great doubt and distrust in your heart in respect to this mail coupled with the fact that so many miscreants and mischief-makers who have taken possession of the internet to facilitate their nefarious deeds, thereby making it extremely difficult to believe that any quest for assistance through the internet is real or genuine making it difficult for persons who need help to get attention, recognition and assistance. Please am sorry for disturbing you, but it will do you great, if you can just invest some little trust to what you are reading now. Because this will serve as a life changing to you and I, so jot down today's date somewhere, because today is a day you will live to remember for the rest of your life shalom.

My name is Sergeant. Monica Brown, originally from Lake Jackson Texas USA. I presently work in Support Company of 4th Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Corps Afghanistan. I and some other high ranking Officers made some deal on oil business over there in Iraq before my exit to Afghanistan. The deal worth $132 Million United States Dollars and after we have all share the money I later realize $10,500,000.00 (Ten Million, Five Hundred Thousand United States Dollars) ($100 Bills) which is my personal share of the deal, due to my status as a US Sergeant, I cannot be able to move this huge funds to my account in United States to avoid further interrogation or face any kind of probation by the U.S government and I packaged my own share in a briefcase and have sent it to the Red-Cross society, because there is no other way out to keep it with me here, so with the help of a Spanish contact working with the UN here (his office enjoys some immunity) I was able to get the package out to a safe location entirely out of trouble spot. He does not know the real contents of the package, as I have deposited the consignment as a family treasure. Your acceptance to this would encourage me to send further information for us to proceed.


If you wish to proceed with this, please get back to me and also provide me with your ALTERNATIVE EMAIL as means of contact should in case i can't reach you through this email of yours and also check it up via the following YouTube link
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Jitd22UGU0

Regards,
Sgt. Monica L. Brown



This is a scam. Be careful"

"I was in need of an urgent loan so I couldn't up with banks Hugh collateral and most micro finance collaterals. So I decided to meet private loan firm I met on Instagram a loan firm handle @open_loan Nigeria (which she has deleted) met with a lady who acted has a representative to the company told me to pay for insurance and transfer fee which are #21,500 and #15,500 respectively and she blocked me. Based on my research I found out she was a scammer I got hold of her private account page on Instagram which is Miz_emem I checked for her on Facebook with her name blessing Andy and I found out she changed her name to love efe if you check the pictures on miz_emem(Instagram) you will find out its the same pictures on Facebook with (blessing andy) she is a scammer posing around as a private loan firm she is heartless. She is married to Sylvester odije. Her account details blessing Andy uba 2016507007"

Source: https://ceecare.com/scams/show/ca628585-9866-4663-918d-fb28ecba2168

She said she was running a Christmas sale and was giving 50% discount so I bought shoes from her as a gift for a friend. I made payment and wanted to buy another pair but changed my mind (Thank God I did).

Anyway, I asked a few days after she was supposed to have delivered and she said it was because I didn't make up my mind on the other pair so I asked her to send it like that.

Fast forward to January, I asked her why she didn't deliver the shoes. She initially responded with a greeting and when I asked her to refund my money, she blocked me on Instagram. I sent her a text and called but she had blocked me using TrueCaller as well.

Please beware. Her Instagram handle is @adb_outfit_ on Instagram

Source: https://ceecare.com/scams/show/9c95480f-0ef3-41eb-9d5a-6ccc0c5da3ba

Every single country's passport has its own regulations. Here are the 25 most powerful passports in the world according to Passport index.

25. Australia
Rank: 6th Strongest Passport in the world.
Passport holders can gain access to 153 countries of the world without a visa.

24. New Zealand
Rank: 6th Strongest Passport in the world.
Passport holders can gain access to 153 countries of the world without a visa.

23. Greece
Rank: 6th Strongest Passport in the world.
Passport holders can gain access to 153 countries of the world without a visa.

22. Canada
Rank: 5th Strongest Passport in the world.
Passport holders can gain access to 154 countries of the world without a visa.

21. Ireland
Rank: 5th Strongest Passport in the world.
Passport holders can gain access to 154 countries of the world without a visa.

20. Malaysia
Rank: 5th Strongest Passport in the world.
Passport holders can gain access to 154 countries of the world without a visa.

19. Japan
Rank: 4th Strongest Passport in the world.
Passport holders can gain access to 155 countries of the world without a visa.

18. South Korea
Rank: 4th Strongest Passport in the world.
Passport holders can gain access to 155 countries of the world without a visa.

17. Switzerland
Rank: 4th Strongest Passport in the world.
Passport holders can gain access to 155 countries of the world without a visa.

16. Portugal
Rank: 4th Strongest Passport in the world.
Passport holders can gain access to 155 countries of the world without a visa.

15. Luxembourg
Rank: 4th Strongest Passport in the world.
Passport holders can gain access to 155 countries of the world without a visa.

14. Austria
Rank: 4th Strongest Passport in the world.
Passport holders can gain access to 155 countries of the world without a visa.

13. Belgium
Rank: 4th Strongest Passport in the world.
Passport holders can gain access to 155 countries of the world without a visa.

12. Netherlands
Rank: 4th Strongest Passport in the world.
Passport holders can gain access to 155 countries of the world without a visa.

11. Italy
Rank: 4th Strongest Passport in the world.
Passport holders can gain access to 155 countries of the world without a visa.


Continue reading from Source: GlobeFarers www.globefarers.com/most-powerful-passports/2511/

Dubai, a city filled with sky-crappers, high-rise building and booming in tourism. It is holds the tallest building in the world, the Iconic Burj Khalifa, sitting at a height of 829.8 m (2,722 ft).

The city has grown to be become one the most visited cities in the world. Here are detailed information on how to apply for Dubai visa.


Types of Dubai Visa

Tourist visa: A tourist visa is granted to travellers who are visiting Dubai for the purpose of Tourism or Leisure. It is valid for a maximum of 30 days.

Transit visa: A transit visa is granted to travellers that would be passing transiting through Dubai Airport for more than 8 hours to another country.. This visa is valid for 96 hours and CANNOT be extended. This can be obtained via your travel agent or airline.

Visit visa: This visa granted for travellers who are visiting Dubai to their family/friend/relatives. It is valid for 90 days and CANNOT be extended.


Visa Requirements

Scanned copy of your International passport with at least 6 months validity.
Scanned copy of your coloured passport photograph on a white background.
Visa application form duly filled (in Block letters) and signed by applicant.
Proof of Financial status – a copy of your recent bank statement.
If you are visiting Dubai to see relative/friend, you must provide a letter of invitation from your host, the letter should include the contact information of your host, address, signature and date; scanned copy of international passport and address in UAE or residence permit.
Previous travel record - Pages in the Previous/Current International passport stamped as evidence of travelling to at least once in the last 2 years to UAE, USA, UK, Schengen countries, Australia, New Zealand and Canada or has a valid visa for USA, UK, Schengen countries, Australia, New Zealand and Canada.
A copy of hotel reservation.
Proof of health insurance.
A copy of a confirmed Itinerary - Round trip tickets


NB: The passport should not be in hand written format.


Visa Fees

Dubai visa fees varies depending the type of visa applied for.
VISA TYPE VISA FEE (NGN)
Tourist Visa 30,000
Transit/96 hours Visa 23,000
Visit Visa 63,000

Visa Processing Time

Dubai visa processing time is between 3 – 4 working days from the date of submission (Except for Friday, Saturday and any UAE Holiday) depending on the visa being applied for and also subject to Dubai Immigration approval. Applications need to be submitted between 08:00 am to 3:00pm.

You can track your application online by entering your ‘Reference Number’ and your ‘Passport Expiry Date’.

When tracking, delete the last three characters of your Reference Number, e.g. if your Reference Number is CDMA/181013/0001/02, you are requested to enter your Reference Number as CDMA/181013/0001


Addresses

Abuja
No 2, Columbia Close Office Colorado Street, Minister, Hill Maitama, Abuja.

Lagos
23, Providence Street
Block 94 - Off Lekki - Epe Expressway
Lekki, Lagos.

For more information, follow link and Drop your questions/contribution in the comment box.

Source: GlobeFarers http://www.globefarers.com/how-to-apply-for-dubai-visa-in-nigeria/2453/

In no particular order, they are as follows;

1. Domino’s Pizza

Entering into the Nigerian market in 2012, Domino’s pizza has become a household name in Lagos.

Their menu shows a reflection of the local Nigerian tastes with a fast & pleasant service and they go at affordable prices.

2. Debonairs Pizza

Having four outlets in Lagos, you get to choose either Southafrican pizza or Italian pizza.

3. Pizze Riah

Located in Victoria Island, here you get to see your pizza prepared outdoor.

continue reading at http://www.globefarers.com/6-best-pizza-restaurants-lagos/2116/

Kenya has one of the most robust economy in the whole of East Africa. Its capital and largest city Nairobi is a popular tourism destination because of its numerous attractions and beautiful array of wildlife.

Types Of Kenya Visa

Single Entry Visa

Issued for single entry to persons whose nationalities require visa to enter Kenya either for business, tourism or medical reasons.

A single entry visa is valid for 3 months before you travel. Present yourself to immigration control at the port of entry, you may be issued with a stay period not exceeding 90 days.


East Africa Visa

With an East Africa tourist visa allows you move through these countries without re-applying or additional visa fee. The allows for a 90 days multiple entry.

Transit Visa

It is issued to persons connecting through Kenya to other destinations for a period not exceeding 72 hours. Those connecting flights directly without leaving the airport don’t need to apply for Transit visas.

Courtesy Visa

This is a visa issued to Diplomatic, Official and Service passport holders coming into the country on official duties, or transiting through Kenya to a third country for official business or duties.
Kenya Visa Requirements

Passport photograph on white background.
International passport with at least 6 months validity
Full Itinerary of Travel (Hotel, Flight and Attractions)
Supporting Letter e.g Letter of release from your employer/school
Hotel booking and flight reservation

How To Apply

Click register on www.ecitizen.go.ke.
Select Register as a Visitor.
Once Logged in, Select Deparment of Immigration services.
Select submit Appplication.
Select Kenyan Visa.
Select the type of Visa and read the Instructions Carefully.
Fill in the application form.
Pay Using visa card, Mastercard and other debit cards.
Await approval via email, then download and print the eVisa from your eCitizen account.
Present your printed eVisa to the immigration officer at the port of entry.

Visa Processing Time

e-Visa application processing can take within two to three working days. Visas are issued immediately at the point of entry. However, if you do not meet the requirements, you may not be allowed into the country.
Visa Fee

a) Single entry Visa $50.00
b) Multiple entry Visa $100.00

c) East Africa Visa $100.00 - allow travel between Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda with the same multiple entry visa.The holder of the East Africa Tourist Visa shall enter the region from the country that issued the visa and move within the two other countries without applying for another visa or paying another visa fee.
d) Transit Visa $20.00.


Kenya High Commission Office Address in Nigeria

Lagos Consular Office

UBA Building, First Floor, No. 22B Idowu Taylor Street, Victoria Island.

High Commission Office, Abuja

No. 357, Diplomatic Drive, Central Business District, Abuja

If you have any questions about how to apply for a Kenya Visa, please let us know in the comment box below.

For more information, visit source of post http://www.globefarers.com/kenya-visa-in-nigeria/2241/

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Explore beach resorts in Lagos, Nigeria for ultimate relaxation and fun. Even with the salty water, soft sand, and a view over the Atlantic Ocean, each resort still offers something unique to the traveller.

We present to you in no particular order 5 astonishing beach resort destinations in Lagos:


1. La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort

With a 65 acre beach located just about an hour drive from Victoria Island, this resort offers an amazing blend of the natural tropical rain forest, freshwater lagoon, an extensive sandy beach with and an amazing romantic view of the sun setting over the Atlantic Ocean.

The resort offers 29 luxury chalets with absolute serenity. You can simply relax at the outstanding spa or engage yourself in water sports, swimming, water volleyball, hiking, snooker, basketball, quad biking, etc.


2. La Manga Luxury Beach Villa

La Manga Luxury Beach Villas is a piece of paradise nested along the Atlantic Ocean on the beautiful and enthralling Island of Ilashe in Lagos, adjoining the Badagry creek and surrounded by lofty coconut palm trees with just 15 minutes boat ride from Ikoyi and Victoria Island. It covers over 15,000 square meters of enclosed beachfront open ground.

La Manga beach villas are Spanish architectural designed villas with each villa having luxury suite with rooftop Jacuzzi and private lounge, sizable swimming pool, massage room, beachfront living room with open lounge, furnished kitchen, bar and poolside barbeque grill area.


3. The Whispering Palms resort

Whispering Palms resort occupies about 8 acres of land located in Iworo, Badagry. Describing itself as a conference resort centre, the resort lies on the Lagoon and represents the beauty of the area’s cool breeze from the Atlantic, surrounded by palm trees and lush sand; all aiming to create a peaceful atmosphere.

Tourist can view some of the exotic animals and birds in its mini zoo, various Nigerian carvings and artworks.


Continue reading at http://www.globefarers.com/astonishing-beach-resort-destinations-lagos/1852/

Are you planning to apply for a Visa at the South African Embassy in Nigeria? If yes, below you will find easy steps to apply for South African Visa in Nigeria.

The South African government have proposed to offer Nigerians 5-year visas. The South African Visa Application Centre Lagos only accept 180 applications from Monday to Friday. Also, the Abuja branch only accept 150. The Port Harcourt branch only accepts 20 and all centres attend to you on a first come, first serve basis.

There are different types of visas; the most common type is the Visitor’s or Tourist Visa. Visitor’s visas are issued for temporary visits. The purpose of the visit may be to visit family and friends, vacation or holiday, business, study, attend conference or training and transit visa.

Other types of short term visas are Official and Diplomatic Visas, which are normally issued to Government officials. A Study or Student Visa is issued to students who wish to study in South Africa for a long period. (more than 3 months).

People who want to migrate to South Africa and stay there for a long time are advised to apply for a Long Term Visa.


Visa Applying Process

Applicants are requested to read the following steps carefully before submitting their application at the VFS South Africa visa application centers
Step #1
You are required to submit their applications personally at the South Africa Visa Application centres

Step #2
Make a clear copy of all the original documents, previous UK, US, Canada, Japan and Schengen visas and three clear copies of passport data page.

Step #3
Complete the visa application form. You can [url]download the application form[/url]http://www.vfsglobal.com/southafrica/nigeria/pdf/Application_Form_040213.pdf from our website.
Step #4
Pay your visa application fee and services fee at the bank teller counter at the Visa Application Centre.
Note: For Lagos and Abuja branches you have to pay in person and by cash only and for Port Harcourt applicants, pay at the GT Bank branch which is located at Tombia Road, GRA Port Harcourt.


Visa Requirements

A valid International Passport ( Ecowas passport)
Two identical passport size (45mmx45mm) photographs on white background showing the complete face.
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There are lots of waterfalls in Nigeria that everyone should visit. Nature can be magical and amazing when you connect with it. As water gushes down the fall, we feel this sense of joy, magical feeling, spark, and lots more (depending on what you qualify the feeling with) and these all in appreciation of nature.

GlobeFarers bring to you these 5 amazing waterfalls in Nigeria you should visit.

1. Erin Ijesha Waterfall

Erin Ijesha Waterfall, also known as Olumirin Waterfall which denotes “another deity” is located in Erin Ijesha town of Osun State. The waterfall is an assemblage of seven unique levels, with water flowing among the rocks which then plummet down to the base with a great force and attracts thousands visitors annually.

2. Awhum Waterfalls
Located at Amaugwe village of Awhum town in Udi Local Government Area along the Enugu-9th Mile expressway and about 30 minutes drive from Enugu State in eastern Nigeria, Awhum waterfall is as a result of massive outcrop of granite rock with water cascading over the top forming a stream. The water is said to be curative (have healing power) and capable of dispelling evil or satanic forces if and wherever sprinkled.

3. Agbokim Waterfall
Agbokim Waterfalls is a product of seven streams cascading over a steep cliff and descending through the beautiful tropical rainforest. It is located about 315km from Calabar, Cross- River State, and is about 17km from Ikom, Etung L.G.A of the State. This is one getaway location you should go to regain creativity and productivity.

4. Gurara WaterFalls
The Gurara Waterfalls is one of the famous tourist sites in Nigeria. Situated in Bonu village in Gurara local government area of Niger State, about 69km from Abuja, the nation’s capital, the waterfall spans about 300 meters across and drops 50 meters below. The site receives thousands of visitors from around the world who visit the recreational area to swim, have picnics, amongst others.

5. Farin Ruwa Waterfalls
It is about 120 kilometres away from Lafia, the capital city of Nasarawa State, 30 kilometres away from Wamba, the local government headquarters and about 160 kilometres from Abuja, Nigeria’s federal capital. “Farin Ruwa” means “White waters” in Hausa. It is at the boundary of Bokkos LGA in Plateau State and Wamba LGA of Nassarawa State of Nigeria. The waterfall flows from a 150-metre high cliff and presents a fascinating grandeur of natural beauty that enchants all visitors to this area.

Getting a visa to most places in the world as a Nigerian can be overwhelming and frustrating. You can still have an amazing vacation without going through the visa stress with the possibility of getting denied in the end, you wondering how ?

Currently(2016), there are 44 visa-free countries that a Nigerian passport holder can travel to and it is ranked the 47th strongest passport in the world.

Here are 10 exotic getaways you can take to still have that amazing vacation as alternatives without the visa stress.
1. Seychelles

This is home to some of Africa’s best beaches and offers visitors opportunity to indulge in exciting water activities.

The Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean off East Africa, known for its beaches, coral reefs, diving, nature reserves, etc

You get a visitor’s permit for 30 days in Seychelles.


2. Fiji

Fiji is an archipelago of more than 330 islands that sits on the Indian ocean. It is an ideal nation for honeymoons, luxury retreats, and family vacations.

Fiji is a visa-free country and you can stay for 4 months.


3. Maldives

The Maldives is home to perhaps the best beaches in the world; they’re on almost every one of the country’s nearly 1200 islands sitting on the Indian Ocean.

Every resort in the Maldives has its own private island, and with over 100 to choose from the only problem is selecting where you want to stay.

With some of the best diving and snorkelling in the world, the clear waters of the Maldives are a magnet for anyone with an interest in marine life. The richness and variety is astonishing; dazzling coral walls, magnificent caves, and schools of brightly coloured tropical fish await you when you get down to the reef.

You get a visa upon arrival in Maldives for 30 days.


4. Madagascar

Located off the eastern coast of Africa in the Indian Ocean, Madagascar is home to thousands of plant and animal species found nowhere else in the world.

Not only is Madagascar undeniably stunning and an exotic place to be, the natural beauty, and ecological diversity of Madagascar makes available a lot of things to do and see on the island.

You get a visa upon arrival in Madagascar for 90 days.


5. Mauritius

Mauritius is a vacation paradise sitting on the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean; the beautiful beaches and the amazing luxury resorts would leave you speechless. you can take part in activities like kite surfing, boat excursions, the full suite of paddling activities offered by hotels and beach operators and so much more.

It is a destination to spend your honeymoon, make great memories and enjoy a luxurious lifestyle and amenities.

You get a visa upon arrival in Mauritius for 14 days.


6. Barbados

A unique Caribbean paradise with a constant breeze of the trade wind gives Barbados a mild and pleasant tropical climate.

It is a very beautiful island, rich in art, music, history, smashing night life, and some of the best restaurants to be found anywhere.

It has amazing beach resorts, a UNESCO World Heritage capitol, Bridgetown, wild surf on the lonely east coast and a proud and welcoming populace.

Barbados is a visa-free country and you can stay for 6 months.


7. Dominica

This is a diver’s dream and hiker’s paradise with amazing palm beaches. It is surrounded by volcanic mountains.It has amazing places to visit like the boiling waters, underwater champagne springs, sparkling waterfalls, rushing streams and rainforest canopies.

It has amazing places to visit like the boiling waters, underwater champagne springs, sparkling waterfalls, rushing streams and rainforest canopies.

Barbados is a visa-free country and you can stay for 6 months.


Source: [url]GlobeFarers.com[/url] http://www.globefarers.com/7-exotic-visa-free-countries-nigerians/2037/

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