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While addressing leaders of market unions and leaders of middle income earner organisations in an advocacy/sensitisation workshop in Onitsha, the Director General of Debt Management Office (DMO), Abraham Nwankwo stated that the new Federal Government of Nigeria Savings Bond (FGNSB) was designed to give the poor a stake in government.

He said over the years, government has issued bond, but it remained elitist bonds, which were sold as wholesale bond to privileged individuals, corporate companies and organisation.

But now:

The FGNSB is making these bond available to the ordinary Nigerians.
There are a lot to benefits in investing in the FGNSB. First is that it is an opportunity for the common man to have a stake in the country. You can boast of having borrowed to the federal government.
Investment has interest accruing to you, straight into your bank account, and your interest is tax free.
The savings bond will open, and it will remain open for five days.
The interest rate will be disclosed, and everyone is at liberty to buy.
You can invest from as little as N5,000 to as high as N50 million.
The workshop featured teachings on the workings of bond, and how to purchase them. DMO’s Director of portfolio management, Oladele Afolabi took participants through a lecture on the bonds, while reeling out the list of accredited stockbrokers.

Go here to invest in FGN bond.

Source: http://www.dailydigest.ng/fgn-savings-bond-targeted-poor-not-elites/

Ride-sharing app, Uber has announced a 40% reduction in Lagos rates effective from Thursday 4th May 2017. This means that not only will riders pay less for their trips but driver-partners will earn more through increased demand.

According to the management in a statement, “we want to make sure that Uber is an affordable way to move around your city, so we’re dropping rates in Lagos by 40% from Thursday 4th May 2017.

“Therefore you can now request a high-quality ride for the same price as small chops!”
Whether you’re running a quick errand, visiting friends or commuting to work, Uber has got you covered for less.

Uber Technologies Inc. is a transportation network company headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States, operating in 570 cities worldwide.

It develops, markets and operates the Uber car transportation and food delivery mobile apps.

In furtherance, the management stated that decreasing the fares should get more people requesting more rides with Uber, which leads to drivers spending more time with paying riders and standing a chance to earn the same or more.

News just reaching us confirms that, in spite of initial resistance put up by traders, armed policemen supervised the demolition of shops in Computer Village, Ikeja earlier yesterday, Wednesday.

According to Premium Times, about 18 shops in total were destroyed.

A witness who lost his two shops to the demolition said they received eviction notices from the government four days ago.

You may remember that barely a week ago, the Lagos state government announced its decision to move the popular Computer Village from Ikeja to Katangowa. It is not yet clear whether or not the demolition in question is related to this decision.

However, the Lagos state government is yet to make any official statement on the demolition.

Source:http://www.dailydigest.ng/blocks-shops-destroyed-computer-village/



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How to make Mocha Coffee

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Hey, coffee lovers! This is another way to have your daily dose of coffee, especially if you also love hot chocolate. With this recipe, you get to combine two incredible flavors that are known for how well they go together. Grab your mug, get brewing!

Method
1. Boil some water in the kettle to the point right before bubbles start to form.
2. Pour the coffee into a mug. Fill up with hot water to your desired level and stir to dissolve the coffee. Stir in the cocoa powder, sugar and milk and mix until dissolved.
3. Top off with whipped cream and marshmallows.

Get all the Ingredients Online: Mocha Cofee

Learning new skills is vital to your career development. That’s how you evolve, improve the way you work and boost your job performance. But, while you are well aware of the benefits of lifelong learning and how important it is to keep yourself up-to-date with current practices, it’s often difficult to find the time to do it.

The fast pace of life, everyday responsibilities and demands don’t allow you much time to yourself. In fact, it seems that twenty-four hours a day aren’t enough to do what you want. I mean how many times have you said to yourself you need to learn something new?

If you think you are too busy to do anything, just drop the excuses and make time. Learning a new skill is easy provided you know how to work smart.

So, here are ways you can find some time to develop a new skill.



Check your schedule

Sleep and work take about 16 hours of your day. Then you have to either take care of kids, visit the grocery store of go for weekly services at your church after work — that’s if you’re the religious types. When all that is done, there just a few hours to do anything else.

The first step to making time is adjusting your schedule to your needs. Check what you are currently doing every day and find an open spot to fit in your learning activities. So let’s say you finish work at five, you can easily make room for a graphics or a web design class, maybe at 5:30 to 6:30 before you go back home and start doing the housework. Alternatively, if you can’t do afternoons, you can make a good use of your lunch time.



Prioritize

If you want to be good at something you have to work for it. If you can’t prioritize your daily schedule and track what you are doing, you won’t be able to get what you want. The most effective way to prioritize is by asking yourself which of your daily activities are the most urgent and important and work on those first. Likewise, you can choose to delegate some of your responsibilities to your spouse or a trusted friend who can help you out.

Prioritizing is all about doing what’s important to you. So promise yourself that you won’t schedule anything else at that time of the day. Just keep that time to yourself and concentrate on what you need to do. It’s important that when you do it, you eliminate distractions so that you put your energy and focus on what you are learning.



Don’t procrastinate

Ignoring your desire to do nothing at all ca be difficult. Especially when you go back home, and you are exhausted from work, the only thing you want to do is get comfy on your couch and watch some TV or take a good nap.

But while doing so is very tempting that’s when you need to get up and going. Don’t let the monster of procrastination get you until you finish what you are supposed to be doing. After you finish your web design practice, you will have plenty of time to relax, watch a movie or catch up with your friends.



Use your commute period

If you have a long commute — one in which you’re not driving, try to learn new skills then. If you live in Lagos and you board commercial buses, the daily traffic gives you the opportunity to spend time learning those skills. Many times, you realise that by the time you light, you’ve gotten enough knowledge and you rest immediately you get home.

This would be possible that getting materials that are easily accessible while you’re on the goes. Download videos, podcasts, buy books and take them along with you every single day.

Which of these did you find the most useful in finding more time? What skill will you learn once you find more time in your schedule? We’d love to hear from you below!

source:http://www.dailydigest.ng/learning-new-skills-find-time/

There is a lot of Side effects for sitting down long hours

GloriaNinja:
SITTING FOR MANY AT WORK SUCKS BADLY. IT AFFECTS THE SPINE INDEED.

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If you’re busy professionals, you probably spend a lot of time sitting — in your car, at your desk, on the couch. Most jobs don't allow for a lot of movement throughout the day, and while that 30-minute workout you might take after office hours does help, it isn't much compared to the time spent sitting at work, watching TV, or sleeping.

The health effects of sitting all day can be harsh; working an inactive job increases your risk of stroke, heart problems, back and spinal issues, and diabetes.

To help you increase your health and lower your risks, here are a few easy ways to stay mentally and physically active during the day:



Get up earlier

Set your alarm half an hour to 45 minutes earlier than you normally would, and try to squeeze in a quick workout. Starting your day with brisk exercise can really help get your adrenaline pumping as well as provide you with more energy for the start of the day.

Making time for a morning jog or a session of sit-ups are both easy ways to stay active and can lead to a world of difference; you just have to be willing to make the time for it.



Move around

Instead of sitting in the office lunch room during breaks, go for a walk, walk up and down the stairs a few times, or do some simple stretches. If you have to communicate with someone, walk over and talk to them directly instead of sending them an email.

Even simply standing up at your desk for a few minutes when you’re in the middle of working on something helps. Moving around at work is important for your health, but it also can help you refocus and gain some mental clarity in the middle of a stressful workday.



Take the stairs

It's amazing how many fully fit people opt for the elevator in the morning. If you're guilty of this habit as well, start taking the stairs.

It’s one of the few options most offices have in regards to a slightly strenuous activity, and while it might not seem like much, taking the stairs a few times a day starts to add up. After all, any physical activity is better than none.



Manage stress

Of course, it’s easier said than done, but learning how to manage stress can greatly affect mental health. Stress can be distracting, depressing, and overwhelming, which ultimately affects your mental stability. Practice deep breathing exercises, and make sure to get enough sleep to start managing stressful lifestyles.

Speaking of sleep, getting enough sleep is essential to staying mentally active. Sleep helps consolidate memories and “reboot” brain function for the next day. Going to bed early enough is key to catching enough sleep during your work week.

Source:http://www.dailydigest.ng/how-to-stay-mentally-physically-active-day/

How to make Grape and Banana Smoothie


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Every now and then we need a dose of healthy drinks and smoothies are definitely the way to go. This grape-banana smoothie is so refreshing and filling! Say no to fizzy drinks today and whip up this delicious recipe. Your doctor will be proud.

Method

1. Freeze the banana and grapes.
2. Blend the bananas, grapes, yogurt and grape juice.
3. Serve in glasses.

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Seedstars World offers exclusive and global startup competition to promote, connect and invest up to $1.5mn for Entrepreneurs in emerging markets in 60 countries.

On this 2017 edition of the tour, they will visit over 25 cities across Sub-Saharan Africa to host boot camps and pitch competitions, adding countries such as Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia to its tour. The winner from each country is invited to the final at the Seedstars Global Summit in Switzerland to compete for up to $500,000 in equity investment and additional multiple prizes and perks.

Eligible Countries: Africa, Asia, Latin America, CEE, and MENA

To be taken at (country): Switzerland

Area of Interest: Entrepreneurship in any field

Selection Criteria:

Maximum 2 years since founding date
Maximum USD 0.5m funding
Minimum Viable Product (MVP)
Need to use technology to solve a local or regional issue
How to Apply:

Step 1: Make sure you have a venture profile published on the VC4Africa platform with your most recent pitch deck attached.
Step 2: Apply to one of the 15 local events in Africa through the online form.

Application deadline: Go to Seedstars website below to see the specific deadline for each African city.

Visit Seedstars Webpage for details
https://vc4a.com/seedstars-world/2017-seedstars-world-in-africa/

More at http://www.dailydigest.ng/category/career/jobs-scholarships/

Nice

Misterpaul:
Better make sure that you are actually smart before trying to give people the impression of being smart. Or else, when they eventually finds out that you really not as smart as you pose to be, yawa go dey o.

Duly Noted...No Opinion is Actually Stupid

ilevic:
The common man on the street doesn't understand all these jargons. Please tell us what we want to hear.
Something like
Buhari resigns
Garri now #50 a Congo
Kerosene goes for #20 a liter
petrol price crashes to #30 a liter

Until then, keep your grammar to ursef

1. Naira closes at 390/dollar as CBN sells $100m

2. NEITI begins oil sector audit for 2015, 2016

3. FG adopts five-year strategic plan against graft

4. Nigeria-China trade volume hits $10b

5. Nigeria, others to enjoy China’s zero tariff for imports

6. ‘Nigeria saves $7b from local content law application’

7. Nigeria loses $3.8b to software imports

Source: http://www.dailydigest.ng/everything-need-know-morning-17/

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In life, many opportunities are tied to what other people think of you. It normal to hear things like, “don’t care about what other think of you”. Well, sometimes, you really have to be bothered about it.

At your workplace, if people you work with think you are smart, you are most likely to get asked to take part in projects that will enhance your career. On the other hand, there are thoughts that you dumb flying in people’s heads, you’ll probably be passed over. Looking smart is just as important as being smart.

Assuming that you are actually smart, and you don’t have to fake anything — Your goal should be to make people think of you as a smart person. Humans aren’t particularly good at judging the intelligence of other humans. Here are six things you can do that will help enhance people’s perception of your intelligence.



Speak up

The more you can contribute to a conversation, a meeting, or other discourse, the smarter you’ll come off. Even if it means admitting ignorance or asking questions, you’ll still look better than if you stay silent—and you might actually learn something in the process.

Expressive speech is key: you can boost your credibility a lot by simply making sure you speak with an engaging tone. Change your pitch and volume as necessary, and try to minimize the number of pauses as you speak. A little confidence goes a long way.



Take a contrary view

This has to be done delicately. Simply disagreeing with everyone around you will not help. However, having a well reasoned position that is different than others shows you are capable of independent thought.

You must be careful not to insult anyone when you choose to take this approach. Keep in mind that you are probably not aware of all the relationships that exist. Taking the position that the CEO of your company is doing a poor job while talking to his daughter will not make you look intelligent.



Go about with reading materials

It is better if you actually read the material, but since we started with the assumption that you are smart we can probably also assume that you regularly read “smart” things.

You could carry around a business book or any great informative material. You are simply managing perceptions and trying to make sure people associate you with sources of information that they think are intelligent.



Ask questions

Most people try to show how smart they are by telling others what they know. This often backfires. It is easy to appear arrogant. In addition, the person who always acts like an expert on every subject is likely to be regarded with some suspicion.

Asking intelligent questions can showcase your intelligence much more effectively than showing everyone how much you know. There are several reasons for this. The first reason is that most truly intelligent people are extremely teachable–that is how they became so intelligent. If you are trying to act smart without exhibiting teachable behavior people will think you are a fake.

What else do you do to appear smart at work?

Source:http://www.dailydigest.ng/easy-tips-make-look-smart-job/

1. CBN auctions $186m through Retail SMIS

2. Nigeria naira’s new investor's rate eases for the second day

3. Nigeria’s Buhari seeks approval to borrow $6.93 bln from China, World Bank

4. Naira Watch: CBN auctions $185.86m in Retail SMIS as Naira stable at N382/$

5. PIB: Nigeria loses $235bn investments amid $9bn debt

6. Raw Material: NB targets 60% local content by 2020

7. Digital economy to generate $88 bn, three million jobs in 10yrs

8. ‘Nigeria saves $7b from local content law application’

9. NUPENG backs FG’s plan to build the second refinery in Northern Nigeria

10. Edo-Azura power plans attracts World Bank, IMF interest

Source : http://www.dailydigest.ng/top-headlines-afternoon-7/

Check Supermart Recipe Page supermart.ng/recipes/search?q=salad to see if you like any of them.

Indomie With Shrimps And Vegetables

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Our ever popular Indomie noodles to the rescue but this time, we have prepared it in a different way - Fried!. Because of all the ingredients we used, this meal tastes like an ideal Chinese meal. Can you beat that? We are sure the kids will love this.

Method
1. Cook the Indomie for about 2 minutes or until soft. Drain the water from the noodles and set aside.
2. In a frying pan, heat up the vegetable oil on low-medium heat, stir in the chopped spring onion for about a minute.
3. Next, stir in the remaining vegetables and shrimps
4. Add the Indomie seasoning, chili powder and then reduce the heat so the shrimp can cook properly
5. Cover and allow to cook for about 2 minutes
6. Serve hot

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zarinaAin:
Nice job op

The CBN says it will continue to intervene in the foreign exchange market, as it injected $185.86 million into the retail Secondary Market Intervention Sales (SMIS).

Out of the auctioned amount, only $3.14million was sold as spots, while the sum of $182.72million was sold as forwards.

The overall picture of the inter-bank forex market is that of optimism, going by the level of access now being enjoyed by different categories of customers in both the wholesale and retail segments of the market.

Emefiele, while assuring Nigerians of the imminent end of the current recession in 2017, at the end of his meeting with the leadership of the Senate on Tuesday, April 25, 2017, declared that the Bank will continue its relentless intervention in the forex market.

The optimism of the CBN is based on the accretion to the country’s foreign reserve, which currently hovers above the $31billion mark. Reserves stand at above $31bn and that provides enough of firepower or ammunition to be able to defend the currency.

The Bank has assured all shades of genuine customers that the CBN would provide them the needed foreign exchange to meet their legitimate needs.

Source:http://www.dailydigest.ng/cbn-injects-186m-retail-secondary-market-intervention-sales/

How to make Chicken, Squash And Spinach Puree

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This is perfect for babies getting more comfortable with solid food. If your baby is 6 months+ this is definitely worth trying, they will love it. The variety of ingredients makes this a filling, delicious and healthy meal for your baby.

Method

1. Dice onion, apple (make sure to peel), butternut and chicken breast. Crush 1 garlic clove and set aside.
2. Put a frying pan over medium heat and pour in the oil to heat up. Add in the onions to fry for a few minutes, then the apple, squash, and chicken. Allow frying for about 4 minutes. Add in the garlic and fry for another minute.
3. Pour in about 1 cup of water and crush in ½ chicken seasoning cube. Allow cooking for about 15 minutes.
4. Add in the spinach to cook for about 2 minutes. Blend contents to your preferred consistency. Grate the parmesan cheese into the puree and stir.
5. Best served warm.

Get all the Ingredients Online at: Chicken, Squash And Spinach Puree

Emborg UHT Milk Full Cream

sulips:
Which type of milk is more ideal for the cake?

How to make Hot Milk Cake

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You have most likely come across this classic cake but still wonder where it gets its name from. As you may have most likely figured, the milk used in this recipe is piping hot, hence the name. Enjoy this delicious cake topped with whipped cream today.

Method
1.Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9" x 13" baking pan.
2. Mix 2¼ cups flour, 2¼ teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt in a bowl. Set aside.
3. Whisk eggs in a different bowl until you get a pale yellow/ lemon colour. Mix in sugar and beat until fluffy. Pour in the vanilla essence and mix.
4.Heat up the milk and butter in a saucepan until it simmers. Add the milk mixture slowly into the egg mixture. Add the dry items and mix slowly until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the baking tin and allow to bake for about 35 minutes. Insert a toothpick, if it comes out clean then its done.
6. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on a wire rack for about 20 minutes. Use a spatula to loosen the edges and turn over unto a wire rack to completely cool.
7. Slice up the cake to serve and top off with whipped cream.

Get all the Ingredients Online at Hot Milk Cake

The naira Monday rose to 382 per dollar in the parallel market even as the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) injected another $246.2 million into the foreign exchange market.

A survey of the parallel market revealed that the parallel market exchange rate which closed on Friday at N385 per dollar, dropped to N382 per dollar due to expectation of dollar sales to Bureaux de change (BDCs) by the CBN.

Meanwhile, the apex bank continued with its intervention in the foreign exchange market yesterday by offering $246.2 million to authorized dealers at the forex auction in the interbank wholesale window, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and invisibles segments.

A breakdown of the total offer indicates that the sum of $150 million was auctioned at the wholesale window while SMEs and invisibles got $52 million and $44.2 million respectively.

Source: http://www.dailydigest.ng/naira-now-382-dollar-cbn-injects-246m/

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eigmaticme:
pictures will help your ministry

1. CBN auctions $186m through Retail SMIS

2. Nigeria naira’s new investor's rate eases for the second day

3. Nigeria’s Buhari seeks approval to borrow $6.93 bln from China, World Bank

4. Naira Watch: CBN auctions $185.86m in Retail SMIS as Naira stable at N382/$

5. PIB: Nigeria loses $235bn investments amid $9bn debt

6. Raw Material: NB targets 60% local content by 2020

7. Digital economy to generate $88 bn, three million jobs in 10yrs

8. ‘Nigeria saves $7b from local content law application’

9. NUPENG backs FG’s plan to build the second refinery in Northern Nigeria

10. Edo-Azura power plans attracts World Bank, IMF interest

Source : http://www.dailydigest.ng/top-headlines-afternoon-7/

Chocolate Pancakes

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We are back again with our favourite breakfast recipe, but this time we've got chocolate all over it. Super yum!.....stuffed and garnished with chocolate. This for us is beyond irresistible and we think you will agree. Spice up your breakfast today!

Method
1 To make the chocolate sauce - put a saucepan over medium heat and pour in whipping cream. Remove from fire and pour in 100 g of the chocolate. Allow sitting for about 5 minutes before whisking until smooth. Make sure the sauce is room temperature before pouring over the pancakes.
2. Crack 1 egg into a large bowl with sugar and beat. Add in milk, oil and mix.
3. Mix the dry items (flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder and ¼ teaspoon salt) in another bowl. Make a well in the middle, pour in the wet ingredients and mix. Chop the remaining chocolate into bits the size of chocolate chips and fold into the batter. The batter should be quite thick and a little lumpy but make sure the flour is mixed in well.
4. Set aside for about 4 minutes.
5. Heat up your frying pan on medium heat, preferably a non-stick pan.
6. Coat pan with butter/oil, whichever you prefer. Pour in ¼ cup of batter into the pan. When you notice bubbles at the top and side (should take about 1 minute), flip and cook the other side for another 1 minute.
7. Repeat step 6 until all batter is exhausted. Replenish pan with butter/oil as you go on.
8. Serve warm and pour chocolate sauce over.

Get All the Ingredients Online at Chocolate Pancakes

Are you aware that your hair grows about 1/4 to 1/2 inch every month and the foundation of all of our new hair, skin and nail growth is the nutrients we eat’’ say Daen Jackson Blatner, RD, a Chicago-based dietician.

The secret to those thick, strong, shiny strands isn’t an expensive shampoo or hair treatment- It is pretty much about your diet. I know a lot of people might argue this, but trust and believe this is true. A well-balanced diet that includes plenty of growth-promoting protein and iron can make a difference, say nutrition and hair experts.

So what are the foods that promote healthy hair?

1. Salmon - It is very rich in protein and vitamin D ( both are important for strong hair) - Omega- 3 fatty acids are found in salmon and they are essentials for a number of functions, including hair. Omega- 3s are also found in cell membranes in the skin of your scalp, and in the natural oils that keep your scalp and hair hydrated.

2. Eggs- are the excellent source of that aforementioned omega-3s, and they have biotin (which many people trying to grow their hair take in supplement form). But note that it isn't the egg white that actually makes the hair grow long and beautiful, it is actually the yolk. Eating too many egg whites can actually block the absorption of biotin into the body, causing a depletion of this micronutrient.

3. Sweet potatoes- are loaded with beta-carotene, the precursor for vitamin A that not only promotes a healthy scalp but effectively promotes hair growth, too.

4. Spinach- is rich in vitamins K, A, C, B2, B6, B1, E, manganese, zinc, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids. These nutrients help nourish your scalp and hair ensuring healthy hair growth.

5.Greek Yoghurt - it is rich in calcium, potassium, zinc, vitamins B6 and B12 which is good for hair growth.

6. Walnut- is rich in vitamin B7/biotin which helps to prevent hair from falling and it strengthens hair follicles.

Source: https://www.supermart.ng/blog/6-foods-for-healthy-hair.html

We all use the internet every day, as it has become not just a means to get social and connect with people, but also a work tool. How much do you know about the internet, its content and those sites you visit often?

We’ve compiled 7 facts about the internet that would leave you in awe.

Enjoy!



1. Facebook boasts of a massive 1.86 Billion users

Facebook currently has 1.86 billion users, which if it were a country would make it the most populated country on earth. Almost 80 percent of online users use Facebook, with a distant second, 32 percent, accounted for by Instagram (also owned by Facebook). In fact, Facebook and all of its partner apps and services account for a global average of 50 minutes a day of our time.



2. 500 million Tweets are sent daily

There are 500 million Tweets sent each day. That’s 6,000 Tweets every second. You’ll also be amazed that It took 3 years, 2 months and 1 day to go from the first Tweet to the billionth.



3. Approximately 5000 domain names are registered every hour

That translates the number to a whopping 120,000 Domains every single day and 43 Million domain names a year. The greatest irony is that more than 75% of Domains are not live. They are simply parked, that’s the reason why you don’t get your desired.com domain.



4. 250 Billion emails are sent out daily

No, these shocking numbers aren’t triggered by humans. The shocking fact is that 81% of all those emails are spam which are sent using automated means. That’s a whopping 200 Billion spam mails every day.

Here’s more about spam messages — the first spam mail was sent back in 1978 for DEC System 2020 to 600 recipients.



5. The world’s first website is still online

The first website created was info.cern.ch and it is still online and working fine. It is a very simple site and the page contains few lines of text. The page is written with the help of the first version of HTML.



6. The Internet took just 4 Years to reach its first 50 Million, Users

Television took 13 years. While the radio took 38 years to reach the same amount of users.



7. 72 Hours of video contents are uploaded on YouTube Every minute

By the time you reached this paragraph, about 150 hours of videos have already been uploaded to YouTube. Talking about user engagement, the massive video sharing site serves 1 Billion people every month and an average internet user spends 4 hours every month on YouTube.

Source :http://www.dailydigest.ng/7-mind-blowing-facts-internet/

Online courses are appealing to many people because they offer flexibility and convenience. You can schedule online course around existing work and family commitments, and avoid having to waste time commuting to a classroom and sitting around waiting for your next course to begin. A computer and internet access are all you need for online learning.

Here are top 5 ways to boost your career with online courses:



1. Determine what career you want

Before you decide to take an online course, the first step you must take is decide what career you’re going for. Just going for any course you come across, no matter how good they are and how much you learn might end as a waste and do nothing to improve your career prospects if you don’t know what kind of job you want.

Deciding after you’ve already completed an online course to get your digital marketing certificate that you actually rather be an accountant wastes both your time and money. Ask yourself what makes you happy and what you’ll enjoy doing for hours every day for many years. Make sure that it relates to the career that you want.



2. Identify needed skills or requirements

If you already know what kind of job you want, identify the skills or requirements that you still need for that position. Going through job postings are an easy way to get this information since many employers and placement agencies list out the necessary credentials and skills.

If you want to advance to a higher role in your company, as your supervisor or mentor what will help you get promoted. Ask friends with jobs that you want what you need to do to increase your chances of getting a job like theirs. Once you have identified what skills and/or credentials you need or should have, choose online courses that correspond to them.



3. Choose a courses that fit your needs

After establishing the career you want and the skills required, carefully select a course that fits. The most beneficial course you can enroll in is one that fits your professional history or future plans. Choose a program that matches your wants and any requirements of your desired job as much as possible to receive the greatest benefits.

If you’re working full-time, you should also go for a course that fits into your work schedule. Would you prefer paying attention to the course after work? Can you take a few hours break from work to attend to your online course. Online courses cover nearly every field, so chances are you’ll find something that fits your career path.



4. Fill it in your resume

There are several ways to add a course to your resume, depending on the layout you prefer. One option is to add it to your educational background. Show that you have taken your education further by participating in extra courses. The second option is to add it to a separate skills and experience section.

If a course doesn’t quite fit in your educational background, you can include it as a skill-builder or extra-curricular activity. A third option is to include it in a section about your interests. If a course doesn’t exactly fit your professional path, you can still show that you are self-motivated, have a drive to learn and interested in a wide range of topics.

Source : http://www.dailydigest.ng/4-ways-to-boost-your-career-with-online-courses/

Have you tried on a PC

FMRz5:
Please has anyone applied for the Lagos State graduate internship program, the application is not submitting it shows an error page... please help