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Next time you’re at the airport, you can pick them out to pass time and keep yourself occupied while waiting to board the plane. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares 5 types of people you meet at the airport.

The First Time Flyers

They typically get swept off in the enthusiasm of their first flight experience. They are sometimes clueless about certain aspects relating to the flight (which is fine, since it’s their first time and we’ve all been there) and they sometimes have a lot of questions to ask. Some also tend to get excited about random events relating to the flight. They may or may not get scared or hysterical at every turbulence and they’re the only people paying attention when there’s a safety briefing on the plane.

The Late People

They are those who are never on time for a flight, whose names are constantly being announced a few minutes before departure. Sometimes, they get left behind and sometimes they make the call, appearing suddenly on the plane, looking stressed and/or panting and breathing heavily from having run all the way.

The Seasoned Travellers

These guys are fazed by nothing and are constantly wonderfully mellow almost regardless of what happens during the flight. Come turbulence, come smooth flight, they are hardly shaken. These category of people are typically a little advanced in years (maybe 45 or 50 and above) and have been travelling for a long time. They’ve learnt the art of staying calm and enjoying the trip, not only the destination.

The Business Man or Woman with the Three or Two Piece Suit

As the name suggests, these people are typically always in a suit of some kind, are smart with their gait and casually display their ticket at the counter while simultaneously talking loudly (and importantly) down at someone on his/her shiny Samsung Galaxy S7/S8 or Iphone 7 or 7 plus. They are mainly business class flyers, are known by almost everyone in the airport and navigate the airport like it’s their backyard.

The Light Travellers

Those who travel to another continent with a tiny hand-bag like suitcase, fall into this category. You sometimes look at them in awe and wonder if they’re travelling or going for a sleepover. Then, you wonder how on earth they do it when you compare your giant ‘ghana must go’ like suitcase to their hand-bag like suitcase. These types of people are mainly men and you sometimes might catch one or two stunned eyes on them.

Source: http://www.opinions.ng/5-people-meet-airport/

By Abdussalam Amoo

The latest military operation in Kano keeps me wondering why almost always that the names given to these operations are only in English and Hausa. Before you ask like Juliet “What is in a name?” consider the meaning attached to issues in multicultural Nigeria. Ours is more complex than the animosity between the Montague and the Capulet in Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’.

The war against Boko Haram in the Northeast is ‘Operation Lafiya Dole’ (‘Compulsory Peace’ in Hausa). We heard of the ‘Operation Crocodile Smile’ and ‘Operation Delta Safe’ in the Niger Delta.

Those in the Southeast were treated to ‘Operation Python Dance’ meant to combat robbers, kidnappers, secessionists and criminally minded persons. In the Southwest, we had the Air Force launch airstrikes on criminal enclaves in the name of ‘Operation Awatse’ (Hausa word for ‘Scatter’).

The latest is the Operation Harbin Kunama 11 (‘Scorpion Sting’ in Hausa), at the dreaded Falgore Forest in Kano to tackle cattle rustling, kidnapping and insurgency. An earlier operation against cattle rustling in the Northwest and North-Central was called Operation Sharan Daji (From Hausa, meaning ‘Sweeping the Bush’).

If the aim of such naming is anything to go by, only Hausa and English are being promoted. Yes, English along with Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba are our lingua franca. We’ve had a long history with English that it had become part of us so much that some use it as a measurement of intelligence.

It is understood that the notion of the Niger-Delta being multi-ethnic and multilingual may be why English was the choice. That of the Southeast should have been in Igbo since it is the dominant language there. I don’t get why the Southwest which is almost entirely Yorùbá has a Hausa name for a military operation within it.

Empirical research by eminent language scholar, Prof Adenike Akinjobi has shown that majority of northerners have a positive attitude towards their Hausa lingua franca unlike southerners. They were said to want their language adopted as the Nigerian national language. This is where language chauvinism comes in. Language chauvinism occurs where one thinks their language is superior to others.

It would be appropriate to factor in the issue of language attitude. I have observed that a Northerner is twenty times more likely to post on the social media in Hausa than a Southerner would post in his indigenous language.

A Northerner is more likely to listen to a radio programme in Hausa and/or other native language programmes than a Southerner to any of the southern native languages. You greet your fellow Yoruba with clearly written Ilàa Gọ̀mbọ̀ on his face in ‘Pọtákòt’ or ‘Sáríà’ and that Prof Agbàgbeilé would want you to ‘spik Hinglis’.

However the language attitude, it is inexcusably wrong that only one indigenous language is being used in naming those military operations. Isn’t the Federal Government indirectly affirming the superiority of Hausa to other Nigerian languages? Does the naming pattern have anything to do with the language proficiency of those on whom it is being used? If we must promote indigenous languages, we should not use government apparatus to promote one at the detriment of others.

Source: http://www.opinions.ng/language-chauvinism-naming-nigerian-military-operations/


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Our health is something we must take utmost care of, unfortunately, many times this isn’t always the case. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares 4 health signs from your body that you must never ignore.

Pain After Exercise

If you are someone who exercises (everyone should exercise by the way) and you realize that you feel significant pain after exercising, not just muscle soreness but long-term pain and swelling, you should never ignore this. This pain might indicate temporary muscle or bone damage that can become permanent. If you have constant pains after exercise, try cutting down your workouts, and be sure to apply ice to the painful area. If the pain persists, go see a physician.

Severe Head Pain

This doesn’t refer to normal headaches or migraines, but that ‘worst pain ever’ kind of headache with constant peaks within seconds or minutes. The headache becomes so intense that it not only affects your vision, but your mental functions. This isn’t a sign you should ever ignore. It’s advisable to go see a doctor for a checkup.

Losing Weight Without Trying

For most people, this is considered a blessing they embrace and even celebrate, but it is important to be careful when you notice this. Rapid or constant weight loss when you have done absolutely nothing and changed nothing in your diet, lifestyle, activity or exercise, can be indicative of an underlying health condition. You are better off not ignoring this and going for a medical checkup.

Always Very Thirsty

This could be normal for most people, but if you find out that you don’t usually feel very thirsty and all of a sudden it’s like you have to consume tankers of water to quench your frequent thirsts, it’s another sign you should pay attention to. Particularly if the frequent thirst is accompanied by any swelling or rapid weight gain or if it’s accompanied by nausea or fatigue, you should ensure you don’t ignore this sign and go for a checkup.

source: http://www.opinions.ng/4-health-signs-must-never-ignore/



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So some people believe drinking coconut water makes you dull? Seriously?

Many phone users tend to complain that their device’s batteries discharge quickly. They also typically blame the product manufacturer for this issue; however the manufacturer isn’t always at fault. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares 5 mistakes that users typically make when charging their phones.

Waiting for the Battery to Reach Low Levels Before Charging

Avoid waiting for your battery to reach a critically low level before charging. The effect of this on your phone battery is not immediate, but over time it begins to manifest and it eventually stresses out your phone battery (yes, batteries get stressed too) and shortens the battery life. Think of your battery as a human body, you really don’t need to wait until you’re about to die before you rest and eat to recharge yourself.

Keeping Your Phone Case on While Charging

Your phone typically emits heat when charging. To avoid exposing your device to ambient temperatures, it’s advisable to remove the phone case while charging your phone so that the heat emitted from your phone while charging can escape. This way you can prevent your device from becoming hotter and potentially overheating when charging. Charging your battery at uncomfortable temperatures can permanently damage battery capacity.

Charging Your Phone in the Wrong Places

You should mind where you charge your phone, because not doing so can negatively affect your battery capacity. Phones have a temperature range they can function normally and charging your phone in a hot area can raise the temperature and stress the battery out. Also, charging your phone in especially low temperature areas, like in front of an air conditioner, can also cause problems for your battery that will eventually affect its optimum performance.

Charging Your Phone Overnight

The least you’ll sleep throughout the night is most likely going to be between 5 to 8 hours, your smartphone battery typically only needs 2 to 3 hours to fully charge. Charging your phone overnight, constantly stresses your phone battery each night. Sooner than later, your phone is likely to have battery problems. In addition, the temperature rises when the battery is overcharged, so apart from shortening battery life, it can also threaten user’s safety in the event it quickly heats up and explodes. It’s better to charge your phone before you sleep and switch it off while sleeping to preserve the battery till the next day.

Plugging Whatever Charger Fits

This especially applies to smartphones. Most smartphones use a micro USB for its chargers and for this reasons most people tend to switch and swap chargers since it fits into and works on their phones. However, this is not appropriate and in the long run it can negatively affect your phone battery. The fact that most smartphones have the same micro USB doesn’t mean all chargers and phones are compatible. Some chargers function differently and that difference can be detrimental to your device if care is not taken.

source: http://www.opinions.ng/5-mistakes-charging-phone/

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You’re probably asking, why Avocados? Why not fruits like mango, orange, pineapple. Well, we understand your curiosity which is why we have carefully listed all the benefits you probably didn’t know about. Often referred to as fleshy fruit, avocados are packed with nutrients and heart-healthy compounds. According to Jumia market team, below are reasons we should eat them regularly

Nutritional Facts

1. Avocados contain small amounts of sugar- fructose, glucose, and galactose in comparison to other fruits. Due to their low sugar content, avocados do not raise blood sugar levels to a great extent.

2. Avocado has a substantial amount of 4.5 grams of fiber which is capable of regulating appetite, feeding the friendly bacteria in the gut, and reducing the risk of many diseases.

3. Filled with monosaturated fatty acids- a great source of healthy fats, Avocados have a protective effect against inflammation, diabetes and heart diseases.For pregnant women, Avocados are essential for normal cell function and tissue growth as it contains 20% Folate (B9) of the required dietary allowance.When it comes to blood pressure control and heart health, Potassium is an essential mineral and avocados actually contain 14% of this beneficial mineral compared to bananas.

4. [/b]Avocados contain 17% of Vitamin C, an important antioxidant for immune function and skin health. Avocados contain various carotenoids like zeaxanthin and lutein’ which are beneficial for eye health and can reduce the risk of age-related eye diseases.Persenones A and B: Avocados contain these unique antioxidants that may protect the body against inflammation and cancer.

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Other Health Benefits

Reduces Symptoms of Arthritis

Arthritis is the progressive deterioration of the joint cartilage. Avocado oil (33%) and soybean oil (66%) are primarily used to suppress and finally treat symptoms in people suffering from arthritis, especially in the knee and hip area.

Helps Lower Cholesterol Level

As well as increasing feelings of fullness, the oleic acid in avocados can help reduce cholesterol levels. High cholesterol is one of the main risk factors for heart disease. The cholesterol-lowering properties of avocado, along with its folate content, help keep your heart healthy.

Increases Longevity

Xanthophyll, a powerful antioxidant helps in decreasing signs of the aging process on different parts of your body.Avocado is one of the fruits which contains this antioxidant.

Protects your Skin

Avocados are high in fat, but these are the “good” polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats that are healthy for skin. Polyunsaturated fats keep your skin protected from sun damage and inflammation.Monounsaturated fats keep the top layer of skin moisturized so that it’s healthy and safe from premature wrinkles.

source:http://www.opinions.ng/why-you-should-eat-avocados/

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Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria, is one of the fastest growing cities in the world and one of the wealthiest cities in Africa; this makes it one of the best places to do business. Aside being one of the wealthiest and fastest growing cities, it’s also one of the safest and most conducive cities for business. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares 5 lucrative business opportunities for you to take advantage of when in Abuja.

Interior Decoration

Interior Decoration is one of the trending business in Abuja mainly because there is a large number of existing hotels, residential buildings, offices and restaurants (and more to be developed) that are ever ready to hire interior decorators to designs their buildings to make it look classy.

Data and Statistical Service

Due to the large number of ministries and international organizations in Abuja, there are great business opportunities for those who offer or can offer data and statistical services such as conducting researches, surveys and interviews etc.

Security Installations and Services

It’s safe to say that aside being the capital city of Nigeria, Abuja can also be referred to as the political capital of the nation. This mean there are a lot of politicians who reside there and are willing to spend a lot of money on security services and installations. In addition, security is also one of threats Abuja residents face and citizens will be willing to pay well for good security services and installations to help protect their lives and properties.

Private Tutors

Mainly because Abuja is largely made up of working class, politicians, business people and expatriates, there is an existing and reasonably significant market for this business. As a private tutor, you can work full-time or part-time. A lot of parents in the city are willing to pay a substantial amount of money to private tutors to come to their homes to teach their children after school so that they can get better at certain subjects and keep them busy while they’re at work.

Real Estate

This list can hardly be complete without real estate. Real estate is one of the best and safest investments in the country, and with the growing population of Abuja (the population grew by 139.7% between 2000 and 2010) you cannot go wrong with real estate investments. A lot of people make good money in Abuja by building houses and offering them up for rent mainly because rent in Abuja is very expensive compared to most cities in Nigeria. Land prices have also always been on the rise in Abuja mainly because more development is expected to reach many parts of the city. If you don’t have enough money to invest in capital for real estate development, you can make money becoming a real estate agent.

source: http://www.opinions.ng/5-lucrative-bssiness-opportunities-abuja/



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You’ll be surprised how little people know about something as important as their cholesterol level. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares 6 things you should know about your cholesterol level.

Your Body Actually Needs Cholesterol

Cholesterol actually has health benefits which your body needs. Cholesterol helps to make key hormones, synthesizes vitamin D, is an essential component of cell membranes and is needed for brain and nerve function. The problem, however, is when the level of cholesterol in the body is excessively high.

There’s Bad Cholesterol and Good Cholesterol

Cholesterol is carried through the body by high-density lipoproteins (HDL) and low-density lipoproteins (LDL). LDL is considered the “bad” cholesterol because it deposits plaque in your arteries; HDL is considered the “good” cholesterol because it transports bad cholesterol from your batteries back to your liver, where it is removed from the body. Typically, a high LDL cholesterol poses a greater risk of heart disease, while high HDL is protective against heart disease.

Genetics and Diet Can Cause High Cholesterol Levels

High cholesterol can be caused by your diet and it can also be inherited. Some people inherit genes that cause their bodies to make too much LDL, and eating foods that are high in saturated and trans fat (like cheese, red meat, fried foods etc.) can also raise LDL.

Physical Activity

Remember the saying, “Your body has so many joints, because it was made to move”? There’s no truer saying. Aside keeping you fit, physical activity helps boost HDL and flush bad LDL out of your system.

Eat Some Nuts

Nuts and olives are the two main foods believed to contain nutrients that help to stop LDL from damaging arterial walls.

Regular Checks

It’s recommended that everyone age 20 years old and older should have their cholesterol level measured at least one every five years.

source: http://www.opinions.ng/6-things-know-cholesterol-level/

It’s delicious, refreshing, contains many nutrients and has amazing health benefits. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares 6 health benefits of coconut water.

Rehydrates the Body

Coconut water is a great thirst quencher and because of its electrolyte composition, it helps to rehydrate the body in the event of dehydration and fluid loss through diarrhea, vomiting or excessive sweating. It’s also a great source carbohydrate, helps lift energy levels and helps soothe tummy troubles like indigestion, acid reflux and gastroenteritis.

Helps to Control Blood Pressure

Coconut water is great for lowering high blood pressure because of its vitamin C, potassium and magnesium content. The potassium, in particular, helps to lower blood pressure by balancing out the negative effects of sodium in the body. A cup of fresh coconut water twice a day will give the best results.

Helps with Weight Loss

Coconut water is ideal for weight loss because it’s low in calories and easy on the stomach. It contains various bioactive enzymes that aid digestion and boost fat metabolism. The potassium contained in coconut water helps to balance out sodium levels in the body which reduces water retention and prevents the gaining of water weight. Coconut water, aside from reducing water retention, helps to flush out excess water and toxins from the body. A glass of fresh coconut water, 3 to 4 times a day, is great for facilitating weight loss.

Great for the Skin

It’s no wonder that a significant number of hair and beauty products like facial creams, shampoos, conditioners and lotions boast of coconut extracts. Coconut water is great for the skin. It helps to moisturize the skin from within when ingested orally and eliminates large amounts of oil. Applying fresh coconut water to acne and blemishes also goes a long way in helping to clear them up and subsequently tone the skin.

Helps Digestion

Coconut water is a source of relief for digestive troubles like indigestion and acid reflux. This is because of its high concentration of fiber and how light and easy it is on the stomach. It aids in preventing indigestion and reducing the occurrence of acid reflux.

Balances pH Levels

Acidic pH levels typically cause low energy and interfere with the body’s ability to absorb vitamins and minerals. Stress, toxic load and a diet high in acid-forming foods like processed fast foods are some of the causes of acidic pH levels. Coconut water has an alkalizing effect that helps to lower acidic levels and restore a healthy pH in the body.

Warning: It is ill-advised to include coconut water in your diet if you have been diagnosed with high potassium levels, have kidney dysfunction or kidney related problems and if you are about to have a surgery. Coconut water might not be suitable for those with nut allergies and may cause bloating and mild stomach upset in some people.

source: http://www.opinions.ng/6-health-benefits-coconut-water/



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We’ve all heard that the easiest way to a woman’s heart is through words and some Nigerian men have taken it upon themselves to add some flavour to this saying by being humorous with their attempts to woo women with words. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares 6 hilarious pick up lines Nigerian men use.

“You Look Familiar. Have We Met?”

This is a very popular pick up line used most times by those who are a little shy at heart and want to establish some kind of common ground with the lady when they first walk up to her. Nigerian men typically use this in an attempt to start a meaningful conversation with the lady. Unfortunately, some ladies actually find this annoying and don’t have a very friendly response to the question.

“You’re really pretty. You Look Like My Mum”

The second part of this pick up line can vary from ‘you look like my mum’ to ‘you remind me of my mum’; either way the point is to compliment the lady and try to develop some kind of connection or common ground with her by relating her to his mother. Some Nigerian men might actually be sincere with this one but it doesn’t change the fact that it’s stunning and laughable to most ladies.

“Chai, I wish I met you first”

This particular pick up line is more stunning than hilarious but it’s another one from Nigerian men that ladies have to deal with. This pick up line is synonymous with Nigerian men who are already in a committed relationship but see a lady they consider better than the one they are with. Interestingly, you might think a lady will be put off by this line but some are actually flattered by it and it softens them up. Nevertheless, it is advisable that once a lady hears this one she should tread carefully to avoid a very painful heartbreak.

“I know the crack on your lips comes with the weather. Baby let me anoint your lips, I can be your lip gloss”

This interesting pick up line is likely to be used by Nigerian men during the harmattan season. Good luck dealing with it ladies.

“God told me you’re my wife”

This is mainly used by the religious toasters. They don’t seem to have the guts to woo a lady the normal way, so they bring God into what He has no business with believing that the lady’s respect for God will help to win her over. There was once a time some of these religious toasters feared God and used this only when they had actually heard from God, but now a good number of them abuse it and use it as a means to an end.

“I am not a prophet but I can see You and I Together”

Another pick up line for the religiously inclined, and funny enough it actually works for some ladies depending on how well the Nigerian man is able to use it. Besides, some ladies appreciate the men who use this pick line for being honest and not using the annoying “God told you’re my wife” pick up line.

Source: http://www.opinions.ng/6-hilarious-pick-lines-nigerian-men-use/

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The scenery is overwhelming, the warm breeze from the Atlantic Ocean romantically blows away your worries as you sit comfortably with your lover and the chalets/rooms are readily available for you to spend the night. Whispering Palms Beach Resort is a perfect getaway for anyone from the elderly to the young at heart. Whispering Palms is a conference resort center occupying about 8 acres of land.

Location

Whispering Palms is one of the best resort in Badagry. It is located at Iworo Village, off Lagos Badagry Expressway, Aradagun. It is open to anyone who wants to visit and also you can book any room of your choice on Jumia Travel, the online travel agency. For you to gain access to the resort, you have to pay N2000 entry fee for two.

Things to do

Visit the heritage museum

Badagry is known all over the world as a slave-trade hub. So, it should not be a surprise that there is a museum at Whispering Palms. Some of the interesting items at the heritage museum include historical slave chains, boats, and pictures of important slave route and locations. Your visit is incomplete without visiting the museum.

Check out the mini zoo

The zoo is also worth checking out even though it is a mini zoo. Animals like donkeys, peacocks, parrots, ducks, Monkeys and Baboons are present for viewing.

Boat ride

If you are not scared of water, you should be able to enjoy a rollicking, pleasant and enthralling boat ride with your lover. You can either row the boat yourself or you take the speed boat. Don’t worry there are lifeguards around in the case of any misadventure.

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Sporting activities

For tourists, who are interested in sports, there are sports facilities available at Whispering Palms. You can play tennis, swimming pool, Volleyball, and Football. You can also hit the gym if you want to exercise and keep fit.

Stay, wine and dine

You can enjoy tasty local and continental delicacies at the resort. In addition to this, the banquet hall is available for parties and corporate events.

source: http://www.opinions.ng/exciting-things-whispering-palms/

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Lalasticlala, there are many Nairalanders like this although the owner of the site doesn't seem to be into conspicuous spending like other successful Internet entrepreneurs and 'celebrities'.

Earning a decent or reasonable income automatically means that you should be able to take good care of yourself. This is not the case for certain people because before the end of the month, their accounts are empty and they are unable to care for themselves to a very large extent. If this is you, Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency discusses the reasons why you are always broke regardless of your decent income.

You think you are too young to start saving

The truth is that nobody is too young to start saving. But still, it is not too late to save. No matter how small, you should save.

Changing your electronic gadgets

Every three months, you change your gadgets to the latest ones. You do not need a soothsayer to tell you that you will soon be broke.

The more your income increases, the more you spend

This very straight forward. The more your income increases, the more you spend. Clearly, you have intensified your spending impulse because of increased salary. If you do this, you will always be out of money.

You do not have a budget

Having a budget is the best way to track your spending. Your budget will keep you in check. A budget will help you decide if you should book a 3 star or 5 star Lagos hotel. If you do not have a budget, you will be poor.

You are always in debt

You cannot get out of debt because you are always borrowing money for your upkeep. Of course, to stop borrowing, you should live within your means.

Not caring about the future

You do not think about the future. You want to eat everything you have now. You do not know that an emergency may occur anytime. Consequently, you will be able to address such emergency because you have no money.

You do not track how you spend

Immediately money hits your account, you just spend it indiscriminately. At the end, you cannot explain how you spend it. You should ensure that you track your spending to prevent you from going broke.

Source: http://www.opinions.ng/7-sure-ways-remain-broke-even-earn-decent-income/

Barely 5 months after the launch of the much-anticipated Nigerian hospitality report, Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, is set again to launch a report on the African hospitality industry on Thursday, May 25, 2017 in Lagos. The company will also be sharing how some of its new travel products are helping to ‘democratize travel’ for Africans and within Africa.

The chief executive officer of the company, Paul Midy who made the disclosure recently in a press statement said: “It’s become especially important for us to provide important data on the travel industry within the African continent.”

“In an industry where data is almost non-existent, we’re committed to publishing these trends in order to predict the future of travel, review the past and examine the current trends. It’s a lot of work putting together such data capturing the entire continent, but it is an effort worth every penny.”

As part of the activities lined up ahead of the launch, a social media contest will begin on Thursday May 18, 2017 to encourage its customers to share travel tips on the company’s social media platforms on exciting places they have visited within Nigeria. The posts with the most ‘likes’ will stand a chance to win a 1-room night for 2 at any of the tier A hotels in Lagos, Abuja, and Calabar.

“As a company, we’re enthusiastic about the growth of travel in Africa. We are always at the forefront of making travel easier, cheaper and more convenient,” Midy added.

The Jumia Travel Hospitality Report Africa 2017 will provide interesting insight on the African travel industry such as, most searched cities in the continent; cheapest to most expensive hotels; GDP of the African economy; and so many more.



About Jumia Travel

Jumia Travel (travel.jumia.com) is Africa’s No.1 hotel booking website, allowing you to get the best prices for more than 25,000 hotels in Africa and more than 200,000 hotels around the world. Our ambition is to bring every bit of available accommodation online, and to create the easiest and cheapest way for customers to book it. At Jumia Travel, we have hundreds of travel specialists constantly in touch with our customers. Before June 2016, Jumia Travel was known as Jovago. Jumia Travel was founded in 2013 by Jumia and is backed by MTN, Rocket Internet, Millicom, Orange, Axa and financial partners.

source: http://www.opinions.ng/jumia-travel-set-launch-hospitality-report-africa/


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No one ever said long distance relationships were easy, but they don’t have to be so hard either. They don’t have to ruin your relationship; neither do they have to be the end of it. Distance makes the heart grow fonder and sincerely that’s one of the truest statements in existence. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares 6 ways to make a long distance relationship work.

Stay in Contact

A lot of people miss the point of this and believe this means you have to talk every single day the two of you are apart, but the truth is it depends. What are you and your partner comfortable with? Talk about it. The point of staying in contact is to nurture the emotional connection between the two of you. You and your partner should define what ‘staying in contact’ is for the two of you and how best to do it based on what the two of you are comfortable with.

Remember that Your Partner is Human

Distance makes the heart grow fonder, but unfortunately you grow so fond of your partner that you begin to idealize him/her and forget that they are human. No one is perfect, they are going to have tough days and might not be able to talk to you as much or as enthusiastically as they once did. Don’t be so afraid of this and don’t think the relationship is over because of this. Be understanding, be supportive, be a listening ear and be there for them. Give them what they need, even if what they need is sometime on their own to deal with things.

Don’t Be Afraid

There is no relationship that can survive without trust. Honestly, a long distance relationship is a true test of trust because in that period you have to believe in the person you say you love and trust them to be good. Pray for them if it makes you feel more comfortable (that is, if you are the religious type) but by all means learn to trust them. Stop thinking every change in their attitude, voice or mein is because they are tired of you or the relationship. Such fear isn’t good for your blood pressure, heart rate and general well-being.

Visit Each Other

If there are opportunities for the two of you to visit each other, then do so as often as you can but it should be as agreed between the two of you. If there is no opportunity for the two of you to visit each other, then you two should do things together at the same time. You two can do so over apps or softwares like Facetime, Skype etc. This is done to promote bonding and basically just to see each other. This largely helps to deal with loneliness in the relationship on both ends.

Make Each Other Feel Special

The lovely thing about long distance relationships aside the fact that they can make you grow fonder, is that they help you become more attentive to the little things in your relationship. Just doing little things like surprising your partner with a sweet message, ordering something nice for your partner online etc. can help you make each other feel very special and keep the fire burning in your relationship.

Manage Your Expectations

As much as you remain positive, also be realistic. Long distance relationships can fail, then again what relationship can’t fail? You should understand that every kind of relationship needs work, dedication and attention, so you should invest these in your relationship. Prepare yourself for bumps along the road, but never fear them. You can talk about it with your partner and prepare yourself to avoid or navigate through possible bumps along the way. In the end, the challenges can contribute to a better relationship; it just depends on how the two of you manage it.

source: http://www.opinions.ng/6-ways-make-long-distance-relationships-work/

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There are certain misleading myths about hangovers that have become beliefs or truths a lot of people adhere to and advise others to adhere to. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, helps to dispel some of these misleading myths about hangovers. The following are the 6 misleading myths about hangovers.

Hangovers are No Big Deal

They are a big deal. Heavy drinking significantly affects the central nervous system, it ‘tinkers’ with the brain chemicals (hence the headaches, dizziness, and nausea) and sends you to the bathroom often, leaving you dehydrated. The morning-after price to pay is a pounding headache, fatigue, cotton mouth, a queasy stomach, and a weakened immune system.

Hangovers Affect Women and Men in the Same Way

Hangovers are not gender blind, they affect men and women differently, and unfortunately the more significant effect is on the women. If a man and woman drink the same amount of alcohol, the woman is more likely to feel the effects. This is because men have a higher percentage of water in their bodies that helps to dilute the alcohol they drink. With women, more alcohol just builds up in their bloodstream.

Only Binge Drinkers Get Hangovers

This isn’t the case all the time. You don’t have to ‘get wasted’ to get a hangover the next morning. Only a couple of drinks can trigger headaches and other hangover symptoms in some people. It is advisable to have water or a non-alcoholic drink between each beer or hard drink you take, to help you remain hydrated and cut down the overall amount of alcohol you drink.

Eat After Drinking

The fact is that eating after you’re already drunk is useless. For it to matter or for it to be of any effect, food has to be eaten before you drink. This way the food can help to slow down how fast your body absorbs alcohol when alcohol is consumed. Probably the only thing that might work is drinking as much water as you can, after drinking or when drunk, this can help you stay hydrated.

Alcohol Helps You Sleep Well

It does the exact opposite. Alcohol might help you doze off more quickly but it eventually undermines the quality of your sleep. The alcohol consumed tends to mess with your REM (Rapid Eye Movement) cycles and you tend to wake up too soon. The hangover from heavy drinking can also strike in the last part of the night, leaving you too uncomfortable to go back to sleep.

Coffee is the Cure

The worst thing you can take to help cure a hangover is coffee. This is because too much coffee tends to lead to more dehydration because the caffeine in coffee is a diuretic that triggers the body to get rid of water, which can make the hangover much worse. Drinking more alcohol to cure a hangover is also another bad idea that only helps to postpone your hangover with possibly worse symptoms. After a night of drunkenness, the best thing you can drink is water to counter dehydration and replace lost electrolytes.

source:http://www.opinions.ng/6-myths-hangovers-dispelled/

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Caffeine is a great natural stimulant, it’s more or less a ‘socially acceptable psychoactive drug’ that helps combat tiredness and improves concentration and focus. Caffeine has a number of health benefits, but like many other things, it becomes dangerous when it’s consumed in excess. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares 5 health risks of caffeine.

Indigestion

Caffeine raises the amount of acid in your stomach; therefore, caffeinated beverages tend to cause stomach upset or indigestion, especially when taken on an empty stomach. Caffeine is also a diuretic that triggers your body to get rid of water, and as a result it’s not a great thirst quencher.

Headaches and Migraines

Typically, caffeine can actually help to reduce headaches symptoms, but when it is consumed in excess it can cause severe headaches. The headaches are associated with caffeine withdrawal symptoms. When the amount of caffeine ingested daily is unstable, it tends to cause more frequent headaches as a result of its withdrawal symptoms.

It Can Raise Blood Pressure

Caffeine is absorbed from your stomach and reaches the highest levels in your bloodstream within an hour or two, in the process it can make your blood pressure go up for a short time. In most people, there are no long term effects but in those who have underlying heart problems like hypertension or irregular heartbeats, they can experience a more pronounced elevation in their blood pressure.

It Can Interfere With Fertility

Consuming excessive amounts of caffeine has been found to potentially interfere with estrogen production and metabolism, which can make it harder for women to get pregnant.

It Can Inhibit Collagen Production in the Skin

This is another dose-dependent effect of caffeine consumption. For those who heavily consume caffeine, there is an increased risk of inhibited collagen production in their skin.

source: http://www.opinions.ng/5-health-risks-caffeine/

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Work deadlines are set to ensure that you keep to time and give you a sense of direction at work. It is not to punish you. However, many of us grumble about deadlines because we find it difficult to meet them. This is not an excuse as you may be sacked or queried if you do not meet these deadlines. Clearly, you do not want this to happen to you. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency shares tips to help you meet your deadlines.

Keep a list of your projects

Every day when you arrive at work, you should write down all the deadlines you have to meet. You should start from the most important to the less important. As you meet each deadline, you should tick it off your list.

Care about deadlines

This is perhaps the first thing you should do. You have to take your deadline very serious. In addition, have it at the back of your mind that once you do not meet your deadline, you will be queried by your superior.

Break down the task

You can not perform an entire work at one swoop. Everything will be muddled up and you will end up not meeting the deadline. The rule of thumb is to take each task one after the other to make it easier.

Communicate clear deadlines

Whoever you are working with, ensure that you are in agreement with a particular deadline, including time of day to submit your completed work. If the deadline is unclear, you may find it difficult to meet it.

Send work immediately you are done

Do not wait until you have finished all your task before you send it to your client. As you complete each task, you should send it immediately. There is no need to delay. Of course, if you send it early, you will get instant feedback and if there is any correction or changes, you can make it.

Let them know if you cannot meet up

Do not keep mute if you cannot meet the deadline. Tell your client or employer your challenges and reasons why you cannot meet up. Possibly, the deadline can be extended. Importantly, do not make it a habit of asking for a deadline extension.

source: http://www.opinions.ng/6-simple-tips-beating-deadlines/

If you are looking for a movie that has deep and strong moral values that will leave you in that serious, sober reflective mode, then the Wedding Party is not for your kind. But if you want to see a movie that x-rays the planning of societal weddings by Nigerians, with all its intrigues and drama, laced with comic and humourous vibes, then you have to see The Wedding Party; if you’ve not.

This is not to say the award winning movie is void of morals to pick up here and there, I’m just trying to paint a picture that the movie is themed to unwind and relax (and to make you laugh). Such is actually needed at a time like this in our country, where the economy is in a topsy-turvy situation. A distraction from the financial and emotional fiasco we usually find ourselves is welcomed with open arms.

The patent of Mo Abudu’s Ebony Life Films (and other production conglomerates), The Wedding Party is a movie that oozes professionalism at its peak. From the directing to the casting, including the photography directory, no expense was spared. One cannot but agree with the proverb that says “it is money that makes a delicious soup”.

This is a cue for all movie producers (both aspiring and current) to follow in making good movies based on their budget. Shout out to all those producers who make below par movies; cut your coat according to your size! Based on logistics that is available on Wikipedia, the Wedding Party records the highest profit ever made from a movie in a Nigeria totaling 450 million naira, with a budget of 60 million naira. What makes this film so special, talked about and a toast for many Nigerians? For me, I will like to duff my hat for the plethora of acts that were paraded in the movie.

Starting from the main acts around which the story evolves, Dozie (Banky W) and Dunni (Adesua Etomi), the chemistry was a strong one. Barring from your mind the recent real life engagement of the duo, they did a good job. Adesua Etomi has moved on to new level in the acting business since she debuted in Knocking on Heavens Door, and kudos must go to Mr. Bankole Wellington, for showing he can do more than singing. Not bad for a debut performance.

“A ram that retreats, is coming back with more power”, such an adage will be apt to describe actress, Sola Sobowale. Like many have said, her performance was the highlight of the movie, as she truly epitomized the actions and character worthy of a Yoruba mother-in-law. From the panla stew (a stocked fish stew) saga to her theatrics when the couple’s vehicle came late to the reception, nobody could have done it better. Sobowale, who has been under the radar for a while in acting, came back with a bang! The queen of comebacks, permit me to say; probably Barcelona learnt one or two things from her against P.S.G, who knows.

I feel Ali Baba cemented his place has the father of comedy in Nigeria, with his acting in the movie. His rib cracking one-liner and comic punch lines is worthy of notice, and they got me personally reeling with laughter. One of such was his statement during the argument between the bride’s and groom’s mother (Sola Sobowale and Ireti Doyle) on which family first enters the hall; in his words (in pidgin), “no be person wey call police first, dey win case o”.

Just like old wine, its gets better with age; such can be said about Richard Mofe Damijo (RMD), who has over the years graced our television screens with top notch performances, left no stone unturned in this one. He brought his finesse and commanding personality into the movie. It seems like this daddy wants to be a baby boy for life. With impeccable and flawless English, Ireti Doyle added glamour to the movie. With a highly impressive acting C.V. one should not be surprised at the level of professionalism she brought into the picture.

Daniella Down who acted as Deadre Winston is another cast really got me cranked up and added a lot of humour to the movie. From the first scene, where she greeted Ali Baba in a warped-up Yoruba, I knew I was in for it. Her taste and love for Yoruba cuisine(s) is an enigma, most especially when she ordered for all kinds of assorted, at the wedding. She sure added colour to the movie, being a European. A Google search further reveals that the Wedding Party is not her first in Nollywood, as she has been involved in other seemingly interest flicks.

One of the actresses who was so dramatic was the entertaining Zainab Balogun who acted as the hyper-active wedding planner, Wonu. With so much drama and exaggerated demeanor, Balogun portrays the pseudo English most ambitious females like to speak these days, so as to intimidate. But has luck would have it against her, she had to come down to the local parlance, thanks to the dexterity of Iya Michael (Tinuade Coker’s caterer) in the kitchen.

The duo of fire branded man of God Pastor Leke Adegoke (Emma Oh My God) and the highly spirited driver, Harrison (Frank Donga) who were given roles in their niche, did their comic bests. They added humour to the story.

This eulogy will not be complete if I do not talk about the director of this record breaking movie. Before the Wedding Party, Kemi Adetiba is a household name in the Nigerian music video industry. For those who did not know, she has directed and produced a couple of high profile music videos. Her directing in this movie shows her versatility, and further lays claim, to the fact that she can do more than 4 minutes video clips.

I will not be chanced to talk about all the actors and actresses of this blockbuster, but genuinely speaking, everyone was at their best.

On the flip side, nothing made by man can be 100 percent accurate, even Dettol kills only 99.9% of germs. Some things ought to have been done better.

I personally feel someone else should have been given the role that R.M.D played reason being that R.M.D looks too responsible both on and off stage, to be involved in adultery, which is wife (Ireti Doyle) accused. Someone like Jide Kosoko might have been the square peg in a square hole (not saying that Jide Kosoko is not faithful)

Also, the live band that was employed in the movie was very redundant and passive. It was obvious that most of the songs played at the reception were imputed at the post production stage. In such instance, a Disc Jockey (DJ) would have been more appropriate.

In general, a standing ovation would not be too much for this movie. We hope to see more of record breaking movies from Nollywood. And by the way, lets us fold our arms as we await the part two of one of the epoch making movies to ever come out of Nigeria.

source: http://www.opinions.ng/still-wedding-party/

Lalasticlala where do you live? Seun come and live in Lagos, you see it is very cheap. We can recommend a few bukkas for you.

Lagos offers a unique charm with diverse sites, bustling districts and an eclectic blend of modern conveniences surrounded by local traditions. As such, the standard of living is relatively high and inhabitants are forced to cough out a lot of cash for basic expenditures.

Seeing as the city is considered one the most expensive in the country, most low-budget travelers tend to stay away. However, Jumia Travel, Africa’s No. 1 online hotel booking portal has tips on how to survive a trip to Lagos on less than $10 (NGN 4,000) a day.

Choose location wisely

While Lagos is expensive, there are areas within the city that are affordable as regards hotels, transportation and shopping. Find out those low-brow areas and plan your trip around there. No matter how distant the location might be from the tourist sites you may want to visit or the business program you are attending is, you can always find a way around as long as you drat a plan. Also, a number of hostels, inns and even hotels in these areas are relatively cheap and below the average Lagos price range. Some of these areas include Epe, Festac etc.


Have a plan for expenses

A traveler to Lagos can achieve much and still survive under $10 a day. Create a schedule that organizes you expenses, from feeding to transportation and even shopping, as that is the easiest way to curb excessive spending and remain within budget. A plan ensures that you know how much you need to spend, where and how. Note that it is important you keep your plan feasible and realistic and most of all stick to it.

Alternative housing options

Aside from hotels and inns, there are other housing options. You can decide to camp in a certain free zone or location if you are adventurous, stay with a friend or even a hospitable local family , or you can request for accommodation from churches, religious centers or NGOs who have programs that allow for free accommodation. Whichever option you chose, you end up cutting out the expenses that come with housing and you just have $10 for feeding and transportation basically per day.

Live on Street food

There is an abundance of street food around Lagos. From fried yam, plantain and potatoes to puff-puff, roasted yam and other delicacies, there is a wide range of choices for the traveler and the good thing is that these choices are not just very filling but are very affordable. Living on street food does not deprive you of balanced meal as there are enough choices to constitute a healthy meal on a very low budget.

Use Public Transportation

Stay away from taxi cabs or transport charters. Stick with the Danfo buses, keke-na-peps and Moluwes. They are not only affordable, but they will also give you an opportunity to experience the city in unique ways that will leave lasting fond memories.

Source: http://www.opinions.ng/survive-trip-lagos-less-10-day/

An examination is a formal test that involves the process of answering questions. It is used to test our knowledge and understanding of what we have learned so far. Preparation for examination is one of the aspects that should be pertinent to students, as a proverb says “To fail to prepare is to prepare to fail’’.

An examination should not be seen as a do or die affairs, it is used to test one’s intelligence, so as to move to the next educational stage. As many candidates are preparing for the 2017 UTME examination, they should focus more on adequate preparation, so as to get the best result.

Start Reading

It will not be considerate for students or candidates to wait until the day of examination before they start reading. Reading of books or other relevant materials should be done as quickly as possible, it will help a candidate to be familiarized with their books. Reading immediately helps to have clear pictures of the content of a book.

Make Adequate Research

This is the process of gathering data’s and information about the examination a student wants to take. Making research to know how the examination was previously done, will enable the student to prepare effectively for the coming examination. As some students do not know how to make use of a computer, they need to source for information and practice, so that they can excel in their examination.

Group Study

Nobody is and highland of knowledge, we can get more knowledge by brainstorming. Reading and studying together with one’s colleagues, helps to give us an insight on those questions that is not clear to us. Know the people around you and work together as a team.

Practice

‘’Practice Makes Perfect” do not just sit down and wait for examination to come, get use to the various gadget and equipment that will be used during the examination. Make use of practical examination questions on your personal computer or visit a cybercafé, so as to be proficiency with the educational tools and equipment.

Have Confidence

An examination will come and go; it is just a test to prove our knowledge. Do not be afraid of examination, as getting afraid will cause a negative effect on your psychology. Be prepared and determine, you will surely make it. Candidate preparing for the examination should not be frightened by various factors around them, they should be confident to excel and they will surely pass their examination.

source: http://www.opinions.ng/5-examination-preparation-tips-students/

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As much as beans are nutritional powerhouses that are great for the body, there are certain potential and surprising health risks that beans pose. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares 5 surprising health risks beans pose.

It Can Cause Migraines

Some people have an allergic reaction to beans, though this isn’t common. When these people eat beans it can trigger migraines for them. If this happens, it important to see a doctor and possibly eliminate it from your diet depending on what the doctor advises.

It Can Interfere With Vitamin Absorption

Some beans, like soy beans, contain substances that can interfere with the absorption of betacarotene, vitamins B12 and vitamins D. However, the heat from cooking renders most of these substances inactive which makes vitamin absorption more likely. Nevertheless, it is still advisable to compensate for potential vitamin loss by consuming fresh fruits, green vegetables and lean meat.

It Can Make You Gassy

Well this isn’t exactly a health risk, but beans, especially dried beans, lentils and peas, can cause embarrassing flatulence (excessive gas) problems. You can reduce the gas production of beans by changing the water several times during the soaking and cooking process, and always rinse canned beans. It might seem like a lot of work but when you consider the potential embarrassment it might save you from, it might in fact be worth it. Adding herbs like lemon balm, fennel and caraway can also help to reduce the gas production of beans.

It Can Cause Cramping

Beans contains fiber and this component is not easily digested by the body. If you overdo the quantity of beans you consume, the fiber in the beans can temporarily slow down your bowels (because it is indigestible) and cause cramping.

It Can Cause Constipation

Typically, the fiber in beans is meant to help prevent constipation by moving food through your intestines. However, the flip side to this is that if you do not drink enough liquids after consuming beans, it can actually constipate you. This is because beans are high in both soluble and insoluble fiber, and soluble fibers need liquid to move through your system as it should.

Recommendation

The solution for most of the health risks or side effects of beans is simply water. Boiling beans well helps to soften its fiber content, and drinking plenty of liquid after consuming beans helps it to move around in your digestive tract more efficiently which helps to eliminate flatulence, cramping and constipation. You should ensure you eat beans in moderation too, don’t overdo your quantities no matter how much you love beans.

Source: http://www.opinions.ng/5-surprising-risks-beans/

So many young people are joining cults, or gangs, at an alarming rate. Never a day goes by, somewhere, that somebody doesn’t die as a result of cult activity which is sweeping across the country.

So you join a cult: perhaps out of boredom, peer pressure or thinking you can receive fame and fortune.

All of a sudden you have a new family. The cult feeds you and looks after you and tells you what to do. Your biological family, relatives and friends all become non-entities in your life as you swear an allegiance to the cult. The cult is now your new family.

You are told to beat people up and you do it.

You are told to kill people and you do it.

You are told to rob people and you do it.

You are told to partake in blood rituals and you do it.

But what is the cult? Do you know what they really are? Do you know what you’re getting yourself into?

Let me tell you.

Some people think joining a cult is like earning a badge of honour: they’ll be respected in society and looked up to – wrong !

A cult can be described in many ways but I’ll for the settle for the simple meaning of like-minded people gathering together and this can range from harmless people sharing a common interest to people who want to practice an extreme form of religion, like Boko Haram or ISIS, to spiritual cults that turn to the occult as a means of achieving what they want.

Unfortunately the common cults or gangs around today use spiritual means to enhance their criminal activity making them very dangerous people.

Most cults follow the ideology of their leader. They outline what the cult is all about- they write the rules and the regulations. And who is to say they are right? And who is there to challenge their belief? We can all see the ideologies of warped minded leaders of Boko Haram and ISIS and the chaos they are causing.

When you join a cult you are following the wishes and desires of your leader – not yours! You are just a foot soldier who will be sent to fight and die and do all their dirty work! Do you see any of the so-called leaders going anywhere with you? No! They send you the expendable cult members. You are expendable! If you become incapacitated or die you’ll be replaced, simple as that!

To become a cult member you have to undergo an initiation which amongst other things involves partaking in blood rituals.

Whilst undergoing these rituals do you know who or what you are really swearing allegiance to? The cult? But what powers the cult? What powers, spirits or demons do they use during initiation ceremonies? Without a doubt you aren’t told what is used that is a secret the leaders keep to themselves. And what are these ‘powers’ going to do to you should you decide to leave the cult and when you finally die? You’ve all heard stories about people who try to leave the Ogboni cult for instance.

The Whiteman always says there’s no such thing as a free lunch and that you should always read the small print. You can’t reap where you haven’t sown! What is the cult not telling you? What are they hiding from you? Do you have to pass your membership on to a family member down the generations? Are they going to take your life at an early age in return for fame and fortune?

I once knew someone who joined a cult because he was looking for fame and fortune – by all means. He didn’t want to work hard. He just wanted it to materialize overnight.

The cult he joined granted him his wish and he became very famous and rich (- sorry but I can’t mention his name!) but he died mysteriously a week before his thirtieth birthday. If I could speak to him I would like to ask whether it was worth it – he was only rich for three years and leaves behind a young wife and two children under the age of ten who will never know who their father was.

Is it worth it?

Remember that the minute you join a cult your life is no longer yours anymore – you belong to the cult and the cult will use you, destroy you and recruit somebody else to fill your vacant position. You mean nothing to them – you’re just cannon fodder! What if they order you to sacrifice one of your family members? You can’t say no because you would have enjoyed the benefits of other members’ sacrifices!

And when finally you die what becomes of your soul? If you have used these demonic spirits help during your earthly life they will be waiting for you on the other side and there is no saying what they’ll do to you – and they have until eternity to punish you! And all because you wanted instant fame and fortune by any means possible by joining cults.

Think twice before you join any so-called cult.

Source: http://www.opinions.ng/the-dangers-of-cultism/


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Listening is not a concept and idea that is unique to everyone. Some people cannot just listen to you when you are talking to them. They simply lose concentration. This is why there are so many complaints about people finding it difficult to understand each other in a relationship because they do not listen. Well, if you are not a good listen, you are in luck! Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency shares tips on how to become a better listen.

Listen to learn

Certain individuals listen just because they want to be polite. They are not interested in whatever you have got to say. Hence, they are right there with you but their mind is somewhere else. At the end, when you ask about what you said, they are lost.

Put your phone away

Smartphone has always been a distraction when people are having a conversion. So, to become a better listener, get rid of your phone.

Wait until the speaker is done talking

Do not interrupt a conversation. You should give that person the opportunity to finish expressing his or her opinion before you respond. During the period he/she is talking, you will be able to process what they are saying and give a more concise and intelligent reply.

Make eye contact and smile

Oftentimes, when you make eye contact with whom you are speaking with, it shows that you are paying attention. This will prevent your mind from wandering off the conversation.

Do not make assumptions

Do not try to anticipate or predict what your friend or colleague wants to say, you may be wrong. So, wait for them to express their thought and you will be surprised that it is different from what you are thinking.

Give replies that show you are listening

Your replies and responses must tally with whatever you are listening to. You should do this if you do not want to speak out of point, you should listen.

Source: http://www.opinions.ng/6-ways-better-listener/

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The Quarter-final matches of the 2017 GTBank Masters Cup (Season 6) are set to hold on Thursday the 11th and Friday the 12th of May, 2017 at the Onikan Stadium in Lagos.

The knock-out phase of the prestigious football tournament will feature 8 games that will see the last 16 teams in both the male and female categories of the competition continue their quest to clinch the highly coveted trophy. This season has already produced an exciting array of football skills and talent, and the quarter-final games are sure to raise that excitement with eye-catching match ups.

The girls will kick off the quarter finals on Thursday with Greensprings School, Lekki playing against Methodist Girls High School, Yaba, while Ansar-Ud-Deen Girls High School, Itire plays the second game of the day against Dowen College, Lekki. The Greensprings male team will play against Eko Boys High School, Mushin in an afternoon fixture, while the game between Kings College, Lagos and Anwar-Ul-Islam College, Agege wraps up the day.

On Friday, the female teams will again set the ball rolling with a match-up between Jibril Martin Memorial Grammar School, Iponri and Ansar-Ud-Deen College, Isolo. In the second game, the defending champions Queens College, Yaba will seek to retain the trophy when they meet International School, Akoka. The afternoon games will pitch Jubril Martin Memorial Grammar School, Iponri against St. Gregory’s College, Ikoyi, and St. Finbarr’s College, Akoka against International School, all in the male category.

Seven out of the sixteen teams that will be playing in the quarter finals have won the tournament in the past and will be looking to repeat the feat. Three schools, Jubril Martins Memorial Grammar School, Iponri, International School Lagos, and Greensprings Schools, Lekki, will field both male and female contingents for the first time in this phase of the competition.

Established in 2012, the GTBank Masters Cup is an annual football competition for first generation and private secondary schools in Lagos State, to promote camaraderie and foster friendliness amongst competing schools.

Commenting on the competition, Segun Agbaje, the Managing Director of Guaranty Trust Bank plc, said “We are proud to lead this initiative that provides an avenue for students to showcase their talents and passion for the game of football even as they remain committed to their academics.” He further stated that “This competition paves the way for youths to cultivate their sporting talents and aptitudes, while fostering and building a healthier lifestyle at a critical stage in their lives”.

Guaranty Trust Bank plc is one of the few Nigerian financial institutions that has maintained a defined Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategy since its inception in 1990. The Bank actively supports in-classroom and out-of-classroom educational programmes, infrastructure development, students’ scholarship and teachers training across Africa.

source: http://www.opinions.ng/gtbank-masters-cup-season-6-enters-quarter-final-stage/

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PapiSmith:
Why are you being sexist?
Only ladies get abused in a relationship Uh?

This is just a shitty write up

fernandobush:
MTCHEEEEEEWWWWWWWWWWWW

So anything abusive is masculine...

You won't talk about emotional abuse that females give to men...

The pressure

The naggings

Even beating (Fat women in most cases)

Or do you think abuse is just physical? I think I dread Emotional abuse than physical abuse!!

ojun50:
Dis our love no go die oh, op u are high on kulkul

Guys take it easy. You are not women now. We guys are meant to be decisive leaders, if you get abused, deal with it.

It is absolutely unacceptable for a man to batter a woman black and blue. It is simply cowardice. Despite the domestic violence, some people will not speak out nor will they quit the relationship. They endure. They report to their religious leaders and family members who usually encourage them to stay. This is wrong. They are not the ones who gets rape when he is drunk or who gets beaten every night when he is angry. This is same with your boyfriend. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency shares reasons why you should never stay in an abusive relationship,

He will kill you one day

There have been many stories were husbands have beaten their wives to the extent that they died. That is extreme. You do not want to be in that situation. Your children need you alive to take care of them. So, if you have made effort and waited for him to change and he refuses, just quit.

You will escape emotional torment

Many women are being beaten by their husbands but they cover it with makeup. They laugh and they smile but the emotional torment they are going through is unbearable. Do not wait until you break down before you run away. In fact, the only time they are happy is when they leave home.

You cannot fix him

If you stay thinking he is going to change, you are absolutely wrong. He is not going to change even if you pray from today till tomorrow. You cannot fix him. If it means leaving home to temporarily lodge in a Lagos hotel, you should.

It is good for your sanity and wellbeing

If you are going through domestic violence and you keep quiet. it will definitely affect your mental health and general wellbeing. You will be very worried and scared of your husband. It will become a cat and mouse relationship. Save yourself from that stress.

You will be safe

You and your children will be safe if you leave an abusive relationship. You owe them that responsibility.

Source: Lalasticlala, Mynd44

From time to time, many of us tend to consume more food than we need. Ever wondered why? Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares 5 reasons why we overeat.

You’re Accustomed to Overeating

One of the major reasons a person might over eat is because they have become accustomed to it. Some people simply over eat out of habit. Thankfully habits can be broken and changed and scientifically it takes only 30 days to break them. Therefore, start forming some new and healthy eating habits.

You’re Unaware of Your Calorie Intake

Many people are not aware that they are consuming more calories than they burn and as a result over eat. Being aware of your food’s caloric content is one of the most effective ways to curb over eating and make your exercise attempts effective. In addition, it also helps you maintain a healthy eating lifestyle.

You Find Food Comforting

Often times, people eat not because they are hungry but to comfort themselves or make themselves feel better when tired, depressed etc. It’s important you try to avoid this as much as possible because it inevitably leads to over eating. Rather than eating a myriad of sweet and sugary foods to make yourself feel better, exercise or hang out with family or friends for comfort. These two actions help to significantly increase your mood as much as indulging in sweet sugary foods.

You Eat Too Fast

Slow down when eating. It takes about 20 minutes for the digestive system to report to the brain that you’re full and eating with lighting speed doesn’t help this process. Eating fast does not allow your brain react to the satiety signal coming from your body, and this leads you to believe you are still hungry when your body just needs some time to tell your brain that you are full.

You Snack Frequently

If you want to eat, eat real food. Try to avoid snacking and if you must snack, make sure you are physically hungry and that you ready to forfeit eating actual food for the snack (but ensure this isn’t done often). A lot of people tend to snack when they are not hungry or worse right after meals. Try to avoid the habit of eating snacks right after meals. Snacking in the absence of hunger can cause just as much weight gain as consuming high calorie foods or oversized portions.

Source: http://www.opinions.ng/5-reasons-overeating/


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By Tijani Mustapha Adedeji

On May 7, 2017, history was made in France: Emmanuel Macron, 39, won the presidential election and is set to become the youngest president in French history. Born December 21, 1977, in Amiens, Macron formerly worked in the Ministry of Economy of France as an inspector of finances. After terminating his service to the government in 2008, he moved ahead to work as an investment banker. Explained below are some interesting facts about the new president-elect of France, who succeeds outgoing president Francois Hollande.

One of World’s Youngest Presidents and Leaders

Macron, who will be sworn in on May 14, 2017, won at the polls at the ripe age of 39, making him the youngest president in French history. He will be the latest addition to the list of world’s youngest leaders and presidents.

Currently, the politician that tops this list is San Marino’s Regent Captain Vanessa D’Ambrosio, who took over the reins of power this year at the prime age of 29. Other young presidents and leaders in this ranking is North Korea’s Kim Jong Un, 34, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamid Al Thani, 36, and Kingdom of Bhutan’s Jigme Wangchuck, also 36.

His Wife Is 24 Years Older

Astonishingly, the French leader married Brigitte Trogneux, whose age is 24 years more than his. Even as a teen of 15, Macron made no bone to be involved in an affair with Brigitte, who was his teacher then and 39. The two love birds became a couple officially two years later, when Macron became 17.

Terminating a Government Contract with a Huge Sum

While this may not be a strange occurrence in a First World country like France; paying any sum of money — whether substantial or small — by a public office holder to the government for contract termination, is quite alien to most Third World countries, especially African countries. Obviously, Emmanuel Macron is an advocate of this notion; with a huge sum of €50,000, he bought himself out of a government contract in 2008. He resigned from this position to work as an investment banker at Rothschild & Cie Banque, a bank in France.

A Victim of Massive Hack

During the build-up to the French presidential election, there was a report that a humongous amount of data had been posted to a document-sharing site, Pastebin. The event took place on May 5, 2017, just two days before the election, and was a huge coordinated hack. In recent times, Donald Trump, the American President, also accused his predecessor Barrack Obama of wire-tapping his phone when the US presidential election was on the horizon; though the former could not offer any evidence to substantiate the claim.

In a Nutshell

Emmanuel Macron is set to replace Francois Hollande in the Élysée Palace on Sunday. He won at the polls without a traditional party and is also a greenhorn in governance. This feat has opened a new chapter in the history of France, in governance.

source: http://www.opinions.ng/interesting-facts-emmanuel-macron/

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Mobile phones release low radiofrequency energy which is a form of non-ionizing radiation. The frequent exposure of the body to this forces it to absorb the energy which can lead to serious health issues. In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) has labelled mobile phones radiation as possibly carcinogenic to humans. Accordingly, Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency gathers ways to reduce radiation when you use your mobile phone.

Use the speakerphone

You may not use speakerphone in public. However, when you are at home, you can use your speakerphone.

Don’t put the mobile phone to your ear until the call connects

We all do it. We put the phone to our ears before it connects. To be on a safe side, put your phone on speaker until when the call is picked. You can then put it in your ears after it connects.

Keep your cell phone far away from you

For those who sleep with their phones very close to them when they are in a Lagos hotel, this is perhaps the time to stop that habit. Keep your phones as far away from you as possible. You do not want your phone emitting dangerous energy into your body while sleeping.

Avoid wearing Bluetooth always

Bluetooth wireless devices expose you to radiation. However, the radiation is not as much as that of your phone. In any case. you should not wear Bluetooth always.

Keep your phone fully charged

Your phone is more likely to emit radiation when the battery is low. This is because your phone is forcing itself to connect to the network. It is easy for your to find the network when the battery is fully charged. As a caution, do not make calls with low battery mobile phones.

Use the earplugs

Phones usually come with earphones. They are not there for fun. Hence, rather than use your phone to talk, you should use your earplugs.

Text instead of calling

Nowadays, you do not even need to use text messages. There are messaging platforms you can use for chatting including WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and BBM.

Take a phone break

You can take a break from your phone. This does not mean you should leave your phone at home. You should just reduce usage.

source: http://www.opinions.ng/8-guaranteed-tips-minimise-radiation-use-mobile-phone/