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 Science/Technology / 6 Tech Habits You Shouldn’t Allow To Rollover To 2017 by tourific: 2:05pm On Dec 30, 2016 |
Technology is an important part of your lives. We can barely do without it. Consequently, you have developed some perennial habits that we find it difficult to give it up. Notwithstanding the fact it is affecting your productivity and routine, you still find it had to break it. As you walk into 2017, Jumia Travel shares 6 tech habits you should not carry over to next year. Never restarting your computer Consistently, leaving your computer in sleep or standby mode won't affect your computer, but it will slow it down. Thus, restarting your computer is a smart way to kill all the background processes that may be making your computer slow. Embrace the habit of completely shutting down or restarting your computer every once in a while. Using the same password for everything This is a habit that you really need to drop because it makes you susceptible to hacking. Understandably, you don’t want to forget your password which is a key reason why you use same passwords for your accounts. To be safe, vary the passwords of your accounts as we enter 2017. Clicking refresh on your email constantly Whether you are waiting for an important email or not, you should not refresh your email every second. It is better to continue working on other things and check your email intermittently. Sitting too close to the screen Many of us are guilty of this. We have the tendency of sitting too close to our computer not for a few minutes but for hours. It's best to sit straight during the day with good posture. Eating as you work on a computer Eating and working at the same time will no doubt affect your output. It is advisable to either do your work and eat later or eat first then focus on your work. Better still, you can take a break to eat. You will not have to eat in piecemeal which you definitely won’t enjoy. Driving and using your phone Driving and using your phone can easily distract you and eventually cause avoidable accidents. It is better to concentrate on the road and ignore your phone as 2017 beckons. |
| Travel / 5 Exciting Places To Have Fun In Kaduna by tourific: 12:36pm On Dec 30, 2016 |
 Kaduna, the capital of Kaduna State, is arguably the second Northern Nigerian city of Kano. Over the decades, it has lost some of its charms to Abuja. However, it remains one of the most interesting cities in Nigeria. First-time visitors often wonder about places to visit or cool things to do but worry no more Jumia Travel shares 5 exciting places to have fun in Kaduna according to the account by Muhammad Sodiq, a Northerner who has lived in the city for 5 years. Fifth Chukker Polo & Country Club Sodiq says Fifth Chukker Polo and Country Club says it was founded in 2001, and with over four hundred thoroughbred polo ponies stabled, Fifth Chukker Polo & Country Club is the perfect place for a nice, lazy afternoon or a weekend of fun. It is located in Maraban Jos, a few kilometres from Kaduna city. Kofar Gamji Amusement Park Kofar Gamji Amusement Park was the first amusement park built in the heart of the Kaduna City. Located along the Shooting Range New Extension, it is indeed the most visited place during celebrations such as Christmas and New Year. Sodiq list some of the features of the amusement park to include wide lawns for relaxation, eateries, a swimming pool, and a terrace for couples who choose to stroll hand in hand. The scenic view of the Kaduna River, which cuts across the park, is a pleasure to behold. He concluded. The Saminaka Resort Sodiq says: "The Saminaka Resort is the biggest resort in the Kaduna. It is located in Saminaka, Local Government Area, two hours away from the capital, couples can stay at the resort and enjoy horse rides, the swimming pool and visit the mini zoo." Trapco Amusement Park Trapco Amusement Park is located along the Kaduna Airport Road, Mando Expressway, Kaduna. Polo training and games take place there. It has a mini zoo with monkeys, baby lions, ostrich etc; car and quad bike racing tracks, eateries and a court for leisurely walks. Kajuru Castle Kajuru Castle is one of the most popular places to have fun in Kaduna. Your visit to Kaduna is incomplete if don’t visit Kajuru castle. Sodiq describes his experience at Kajuru Castle: “At last Kaduna has a proper Lounge/nightclub. Proper clubbing was only available in Abuja, Lagos or Port-Harcourt. My first time at The Castle left me with the expression Wow. The service personnel is quite nice and eager to attend to you. The place is set-up in such a way that there are several sections such that you can feel free to mingle from section to section without getting bored.” |
| Travel / 5 Things Flying On A Plane Does To Your Body by tourific: 11:24am On Dec 29, 2016 |
 It is the festive season and it is the period when many people travel from point A to point B. For those who prefer taking flights when traveling, you may not know that flying tampers or messes with your body. Yes, it does. In line with this, Jumia Travel, identify 5 things traveling does to your body so that you will be prepared to tackle this bodily reaction on your next flight. You will feel dehydrated Dehydration is one of the obvious signs of flying. You will feel your skin drying up as well as your hair getting rough. This is because according to research, your body feels comfortable when humidity is between 40% and 70%. However, when you are in an airplane, humidity falls between 10% and 20%. TO stay safe, drink plenty of water before, during and after your flight. Jet lag You will probably be used to Jet lag if you regularly. If is a well-known effect of flying. Jet lag means when you are very tired or disoriented after a long haul flight. To prevent jet lag, you should create the right sleeping environment. You can also use ear plugs. Your taste buds becomes numb During and even after your flight, you will discover that you will find that the meals you eat are bland and tasteless. This is as a result of your flight. Your taste buds will be restored. But in the interim, you should go for spicy means because they taste stronger. You might struggle with breathing If you are flying at high altitude, it means the oxygen level are very low. You might find it difficult to breathe due to the absence of oxygen. You should avoid drinking alcohol because it makes the body less effective in absorbing oxygen. Blood gathers in your legs When you sit for a long period of time, blood gathers in your legs. And before you know it, your leg begins to swell. This is because the blood circulation has been hampered. You should take a few minutes’ walk to stretch your legs. 1 Like |
| Business / 5 Money Resolutions Nigerians Should Make Next Year by tourific: 11:05am On Dec 29, 2016 |
 Nigeria is in a recession. This has made many to significantly cut their spending. So, as 2017 beckons, it is essential for you to make money resolutions in other not to fall into any financial abyss. In order for you not to be inundated and spend aimlessly, Jumia Travel encourages you to try these 5 tips for saving money next year. Put it in writing The very first financial resolution you should make is to spell out your financial situation. You can a few hours to take inventory of all of your financial accounts. This will go a long way in helping make reliable money decisions. Use your smartphone to help you save There are uncountable apps available to help save and at the same time watch your expenditure. These apps will help you analyze the way you use your accounts. It also allows you to compare how much you spend versus save. You can use mint.com. Start small You don’t need to make any extreme financial decision at the beginning of the year. You should make small changes when cutting your spending so that it won’t have a huge impact on you. With these gradual changes, you will have reasonable savings and at the same time get the best for yourself. Look for ways to earn extra money Another important resolution you should make is looking for ways to earn extra no matter how small. This will diversify your financial sources. Reduce impulse spending You should make it a habit to reduces the purchases you didn’t plan for. Your rule of thumb should be if it is not in your budget, you shouldn’t but except if the purchase or transaction is very important. |
| Nairaland / General / 5 Simple Ways To Upgrade Your Life In 2017 by tourific: 11:21am On Dec 28, 2016 |
 It is almost a new year. It is also time to think about upgrading your life to a higher standard. In other words, you should take what already exists, improve on it by either adding, replacing or completely letting go of some aspects of your life or business. In line with this, Jumia Travel shares 5 ways you can upgrade your life in 2017. Examine your relationships Your relationship is one of the first things to upgrade in your life. There is nothing that will hold you back more strongly than having toxic relationships in your life. If you been accommodating such relationships, it is time to let them go especially in the New Year. Enhance your health Many of us have a particular physique we have always dreamt of and health status we desire. But, you don’t take action to achieve this health status. Your priority should be how to improve your sleep, diet, and physical exercise. Increase your finances Financial status has always been a source of stress because you pay attention to what you lack. This mindset is one of the things you must allow to go with 2016. You should stop focusing on lack and place emphasis on the good that comes into your daily life, even if it is something as simple as a compliment. Develop your sense of adventure Adventure means going into uncharted territories. Leaving your comfort zone. This doesn’t give you the opportunity to take unnecessary risk. These shifts will stretch you beyond your limit, and predictable daily routine. There will always be fear because of the uncertainties which can hold you back from increasing your sense of adventure. But if you don’t do this, you can’t grow. It is a proven fact. Work on your attitude Your attitude can make or mar you. This is because your entire attitude is not restricted to what comes out of your mouth, but by the experience, others have when they interact with you. To move to the next level, take a moment to envision the experience of you that you want others to have, and try to project that always. Before you know it, people will respect you and swarm around you like bees. |
| Science/Technology / Here Are 5 Things To Never Post About Your Relationship by tourific: 11:06am On Dec 28, 2016 |
 We are all familiar with social media in this 21st century where almost everyone is a digital/tech nomad or geek. However, due to its unhindered accessibility to all, many people abuse. And unlike in the past where social media is not on the list of causes of breakups, today is arguably on top of the list. This is why it is essential for you to be conscious of what you post on social media in order to save yourself from potential relationship headaches. Jumia Travel shares 5 of these things. You may think it is harmless, but it can result in serious consequences. Anything personal about your partner, without his or her permission You know that your post is an important expose about your relationship, but you still went ahead to share it. Your partner will not feel good. This said, if you can’t control your cravings, you can ask your partner to be for permission before you post it. It’s safer this way. Relationship Issues If you and your partner get into a fight, you may want to rant to your Facebook fans about how much pain you are going through, if you do that, you are reducing your chances of resolving the issues. Constantly posting your relationship problems is information strangers don't need to know. Don’t be like Tiwa Savage. Your nude pictures No matter how much you love your body, the whole world doesn't need to see it. Always keep your nudes to yourself. Your partner will be embarrassed if others see sensitive parts of your body which are meant to be private. Your breakup Spare everyone the details of your breakup. If you and your partner break up, the emotional mess is enough to clean up without having to field comments and advice from the relationship advisors. Keep it simple. If it's over, it's over. No need to broadcast it to the world which many of us do these days. Personal conversations Don’t post personal conversations, not only is it wrong but it's rude. Even if someone messages you saying something nasty about them, don't put them on the hot seat. You should be matured enough to ignore, delete it and move on. |
| Travel / PH Resident Shares 5 Reasons You Should Spend The Holidays In Port Harcourt by tourific: 5:17pm On Dec 23, 2016 |
 Port Harcourt in the south-south Nigeria can simply be described as Nigeria’s second economic haven. The state is popular for having huge oil deposits which is the mainstay of Nigeria’s economy. The oil-rich city was named Port Harcourt in honour of Lewis Vernon Harcourt by Sir Frederick Lugard in August 1913. It features beautiful coastal sandy beaches navigating through major cities and towns. So, it is a perfect destination for anyone looking to indulge this Christmas. In addition, there is the Port Harcourt Carnival tagged CARNIRIV which is one of the most popular events everyone in Port Harcourt looks forward to. As a visitor, you can access this city via the International Airport or by road. Jumia Travel unveils the fun things you can do when you are out and about in the Garden City this long weekend. Isaac Boro Garden Park This is a popular garden park located at the south end of Aba road. This park was named after Major Isaac Boro who died in the Biafran war. The tomb of the soldiers here marks those who fell in the world wars. The park is a popular venue for live music, picnic and other events including trade fairs. Mr. George Amadakabo who resides in Port Harcourt said: “I live in Port Harcourt and I have visited the Isaac Boro Garden located on Aba road several times and I can say that it is a perfect place to relax and have fun this Christmas.” Port Harcourt Cultural Centre Another place according to Amadakabo to experience PH city is the Port Harcourt Cultural Centre. This centre Amadakabo says is where culture meets arts. You can watch stage plays and cultural dances while admiring beautifully carved artifacts and handicrafts on sale. They are significant souvenirs to buy to remind you of a visit to Port Harcourt. Port Harcourt tourist beach The Port Harcourt tourist beach is located on an artificial sand beach along the Kolabi creek east of the old township. It serves as the perfect leisure and relaxation spot coupled with a bush-bar restaurant selling fresh palm wine, local dishes and entertainment. The beach also has a jetty, a restaurant, wildlife, museum and games room. A visit to the beach offers all-around fun to fun-seekers. Shopping The Mile One market along Ikwerre road is a popular place to visit to feel the pulse of a buzzing city. You can buy everything from fashion items to consumer goods as well as laugh at the shenanigans of the sellers as they attempt to poach customers. But if you do not fancy going to the market, Amadakabo advises you to visit places like Park n’ Shop, Everyday Emporium, and the Craft Centre to do all your shopping. Eating A metropolitan city like Port Harcourt never lacks fantastic and awesome spots to eat. You can eat great cuisine at one of the many well-established restaurants or ‘bukkas’ along the streets of Port Harcourt. Amadakabo adds that some of the best restaurants in PH are Chicken Calypso Fast food and restaurant, Bouvati fast food and Portofino foods are among the popular restaurants. Sleeping The era of running helter-skelter searching for a hotel to sleep in is over with entry of booking portal into the hospitality industry. Travelers can now book hotels ahead of their trip. Affordable hotels in Port Harcourt include Sparklyn Hotels & Suites GRA; 1804 Boutique Hotel and Best Premier Hotel & Resort Port Harcourt. So, if you are looking for where to spend this long weekend, Port Harcourt should be on your priority list, as advised by Amadakabo. |
| Science/Technology / 5 Interesting Ways Social Media Has Changed How You Celebrate Christmas by tourific: 11:47am On Dec 23, 2016 |
 Social media has changed almost everything including the way you celebrate Christmas. This is not surprising because there are smartphones everywhere and there is no way the traditional way of Christmas festivities can continue. So, how has social media changed the way you celebrate Christmas? Here are five ways. Prep up your accounts To put you in the Christmas mood is to prep up your accounts to reflect the season. You can simply change your profile picture on Facebook or Twitter with Santa. You can even take a selfie of yourself wearing a Christmas cap. Offer free gifts on social media Many organizations and social media influencers make their followers happy by rewarding them with tickets and gifts. This is just to appreciate them. These organizations use this strategy to ensure their social media followers remain loyal. Send season’s greetings These days very few people send physical cards to friends and family. But with the internet, you can get Christmas cards online to send to your followers and friends. Document festivities Today, Christmas memories can easily be documented by taking videos and pictures of the festivities by posting it on Facebook. Jumia Travel adds if you don’t delete it, you can view it anytime you want. Countdown to midnight This may be unusual but some social media addict countdown to 12 a.m. to ensure they are the ones to wish their followers and friends to a merry Christmas. So, if you cannot leave your home to a countdown event, then social media is your best friend for Christmas countdown. |
| Travel / 5 Weird Things Christmas Does To Lagos by tourific: 11:10am On Dec 23, 2016 |
 Lagos is the Centre of excellence, the engine room of Nigeria and the city that never sleeps. The air of Christmas is sweeping around the city and the Xmas mood has been activated. If you are spending Christmas in the city that prides itself as the heart of the country and hoping to become a mega city the next couple of years, we gather some of the weird and unexpected things that happen to Lagos during Christmas. You can literarily play football on the highway The monstrous Lagos traffic will evaporate to the extent that you can play football on the road (Don’t try it). If you spending Christmas in the city for the first time, you will be wondering whether you are in Lagos or somewhere else. Markets are unusually less busy One of the interesting things about many Igbos of South East of Nigeria is that they always travel to the East in December. So, markets like who are populated by them are less busy. For example, at Yaba market will be arguably less busy because many people have left Lagos for their countryside. Prices doubles Whether you are buying online or offline, prices of groceries and other items have significantly increased. No thanks to the recession. But it is noteworthy to say that only the hospitality industry is arguably shielded from the recession. For example, you can get the best hotel prices on Jumia Travel. More Security men on the road Credit to the persons in charge of security in Lagos, they have really tried. This is because when you compare security in Lagos with others, you will appreciate the police. Interestingly, it is days leading to Christmas that you notice more security men on the road and checkpoints. In fact, you will notice that the policemen are nice. Government sells rice for cheap Rice is a luxury in Nigeria today due to the ban on its importation. This has made the Lagos state government proactive to grow its own rice. This is a Christmas where government intervenes to sell rice at 12,000 to Lagosians. The normal market price of rice is as much as N28,000. Interestingly, the Lagos state rice is produced locally. |
| Science/Technology / 5 Android Apps For Converting Voice To Text by tourific: 10:56am On Dec 22, 2016 |
 Android smartphones are very popular nowadays and they have so many various amazing functions. smartphone users are looking for smart applications which can help them complete their day-to-day tasks easily. One interesting function that many people are looking for are apps that convert voice to text. In line with this, Jumia Travel shares 5 android apps for converting voice to text. ShoutOut ShoutOut is a wonderful voice to text software. Whatever you input as voice, it will be converted to words by this application. It is very good for messaging services as it comes with dictation and voice addressing. Google voice search Google seem to be everywhere. If you want to search for anything through Google search, you don’t have to type in the search box, use can use your voice using the Google Voice Search. The Google Voice Search will give you the search results for your voice input in a browser. TalkBox voice messenger TalkBox Voice Messenger is another voice to text software. Whatever you want to message them can be given as input through voice and this app will do the job for you. You don’t need to stress your stress by typing. Vlingo virtual assistant This is almost similar to Siri from iPhone. You can give simple voice commands like “Text Jane, Hello, how are you doing?” or “find best hotels in Lagos” etc and the Vlingo Virtual assistant will do the rest. Evernote Voice-to-Text Extension Evernote is an app that normally helps you take note. Evernote have gone ahead to add the feature of voice to text extension. So, you can record notes and it will automatically convert it into text. |
| Science/Technology / 5 Tips To Help You Find The Best Payment Platform For Your Business by tourific: 10:08am On Dec 22, 2016 |
 When it comes to choosing the right payments platform for your business, it is important you do exhaustive research before making a decision. This is because you don’t want any time lapse or delay when customers want to pay for services. Interestingly, there are thousands of payment platforms in Nigeria today that you may be in a limbo on which to choose. Not to worry, we share some tips. Be aware of transactional fee This is one of the most important things you must consider before choosing a payment platform. This is because you don’t want your customers complaining about the transactional fee for patronizing you. If the fee is outrageous, be rest assured you will be overwhelmed with complaints and you may lose customers. So, use a platform that offers customers a favorable transactional fee. Ensure most major payment types are accepted For e-commerce companies especially, their payment platform must accept all payment types. No customer’s payment should be rejected because their payment type is not available. They will go to others business that where their payment type is accepted. Hack proof This is money we are talking about. You don’t want your customers to lose their hard earned cash. So, any payment platform you want to choose must be hack proof and very secure. Make sure the Software is Efficient Payment platform offers different kind of experiences based on their technology. So, it must be able to process payment within the snap of your fingers. Jumia Travel urges you not use any platform that takes forever to process. Inquire About Payment Turnarounds Business owners want to see monies hit their accounts as soon as a transaction is performed on their website. So, the quicker you receive the money, the faster transactions are processed and vice-versa. Also, know that the turnaround time varies between payment services. |
| Travel / 5 Great Ways Technology Has Influenced Banking by tourific: 10:20am On Dec 21, 2016 |
 Haters of technology will unashamedly testify to the impact technology has had in the banking sector over the decades. In Nigeria, the discrepancies between the so-called old generation and new generation banks are no longer there. Thanks to technology. This is because many banks have invest millions to accommodate technology. Interestingly, if they don’t do this they will become irrelevant. But, at the end, they will still navigate towards tech. So, how has technology influenced banking? Here are 5 great ways. Better customer service Customer service in banks has improved. And with the CBN monitoring the activities of these 20 banks closely, they have to choice than to offer services that will make their customers happy. Many banks have embraced social media to interact with customers and help solve complaints. Less queues In the past, you will be told to arm yourself with a mat when going to a Nigerian bank because of the long queues. Not that these queues have completely disappeared, they have significantly reduced to the barest minimum. Now, you can perform banking transactions on the internet or on mobile. Withdraw and send money anytime With Automated Teller Machine all over, you can withdraw and send money at any time of the day. This also comes handy when you are stranded or have an emergency. Cybersecurity and data protection With banks recognizing the importance of technology to their services, they invested heavily on enforcing and reinforcing their cyber security and data protection. Jumia travel observed that the rate of cyber theft and data leaks have dropped in Nigerian banks. So, customers can perform online transactions without worries. More competition and bigger challenges Technology has no doubt opened up the banking sector to competition which is one of the biggest changes. Almost all the banks in Nigeria have codes for mobile banking. In addition to this, offer incentives for you to bank with them. In fact, some of them call you if your account is dormant. This will never happen in the past. |
| Travel / 5 Ways To Keep Your Home Safe When You Travel For Christmas by tourific: 10:34am On Dec 20, 2016 |
 Streets will be deserted, bustling communes will be quiet and it will seem like a ghost town. This is what happens in many Nigerian cities because many people are traveling for Christmas. This is a time when homes may be burgled due to the fact that there is no one home. Having someone stay at your house is the best thing you can do. There are multiple benefits for not only the maintenance of your home but making sure it stays secure. But if you can’t find someone, you still have to travel and keep your home safe. With this tips, your home will be safe and you will enjoy your Christmas without any worries. Tell neighbors you will be away. Even if you rarely speak with your neighbors, it is important to inform them that you won’t be around. This will make it easier for them to contact you in the case of any emergency. Keep trees trimmed for visibility If you have trees in your house, it will make it less difficult for someone to break in unnoticed by climbing the tree. So, with the trees well-trimmed, all windows and doors will be visible and will leave no room for the burglar to duck and hide. Ask someone to check in every now and then If you don't have a house sitter, ask someone you know to at help you check from time-to-time to make sure everything is fine. Create the impression that someone is Home You create the impression that someone is home by setting lights and television on the timer at night. In addition to this, you can leave a car in the garage. Jumia Travel adds that this illusion will make anyone think twice before burgling your house. Stay available Even though you are traveling for Christmas, it doesn’t mean you should get away and no one can contact you. It’s important to be available in case of an emergency. |
| Science/Technology / 5 Interesting Things That Happen When You Abandon Social Media by tourific: 10:15am On Dec 20, 2016 |
 Social media has come to stay because it is fun and you can connect with people from different parts of the world. However, what we don’t realize is that social media is very addictive. You will be unaware of this except you take a break or quit social media to see the difference. In the interim, here are some of the interesting things that will happen to you when you eventually pull the plug on social media. You will get more work done When you don't have to worry about your devices buzzing left and right, you will be very productive. This is because nothing is distracting you. This is why some offices block access to social during work hours. When we stop ourselves from checking social media, again and again, it really becomes another form of unnecessary multitasking. You will get more sleep Since our phones are always beside us, you are always tempted to check social media even though you are going to deny yourself sleep which you really need. So, it is definitely true that if you quit or leave temporarily, you will definitely get more sleep. Face-to-face relationships will be strengthened Sure, social media can be an excellent way to stay in touch with old friends or family. But because of this easy way to connect, many of us have stopped visiting friends and family. Jumia Travel adds that reducing your social media interactions will strengthen relationships. You will feel less stressed A major reason why many people are stressed when they forget their phone at home is because they won’t have access to social media. You will be calmer and focused if you decide to quit social media. You know your real friends Your virtual followers and friends on twitter, Instagram as well as Facebook are just numbers. Your relationship with them mostly likely will end on social media. Leaving social media will help you separate your friends from the crowd. 1 Like |
| Travel / Why Travel Abroad When You Can Visit Calabar For An Unforgettable Christmas? by tourific: 7:51pm On Dec 15, 2016 |
 December is a time where many Nigerians pack their bags and baggage to visit tourist destinations that Nigeria can compete favourably with. Nigerians travel to choice tourists havens like Zanzibar, Cape Verde, Gambia, among others countries. With the economic recession, you can significantly save by visiting Calabar this Christmas. There is no argument about this picturesque and pristine state. It is Nigeria’s biggest and most attractive tourist destination. Calabar was once Nigeria's biggest slave ports and a key hub where slavery thrive. A bit about this state. Calabar is located in South-South, Nigeria. It is also referred to as "Canaan City". The original name for Calabar was Akwa Akpa, from the Efik. So, if you are looking for a wonderful destination beyond travelling, then Calabar is highly recommended. In light of this, if you have few days to spare, we showcase how you can spend these few days. Go to the Marina Resort The Marina Resort in Calabar sits on a great historical site, the water mouth of Calabar. It is close to the old slave trade sites where nearly 30 percent of the slaves that left Africa were deported. Presently, Marina Resort is a preserved historical site, an ‘island’ having a cinema house, and recreation center. The slave history museum is located right inside Marina Resort, and you tour the resort to have a fair understanding of Nigeria’s Slave Trade era. You can also enjoy a movie or two at the Filmhouse Cinema located inside the resort. Marina Resort, located at the end of Moore Road, Calabar, is on the coastline of the city, and that is where it derives its name. You can lodge at the Axari hotel and Suites which is just 2.8 kilometres from the Resort. Alternatively, you can any of the best hotels in Calabar by visiting jumia travel. Visit Afi Mountain Wildlife centre At the Afi Mountain, Uduak, a tourist who recently visited Calabar with a tour company Dontasha’s world said, “They were shown endangered primates that are kept there at the Afi Mountain Wildlife centre. They include the Nigerian chimpanzee and the most endangered gorilla subspecies, the Cross River gorilla.” Obudu Mountain Resort It doesn’t really matter if you are a local or international tourist, Obudu Mountain Resort is a must visit if you in Calabar. Some of the delightful activities to engage in are horse riding, the bird watching, the sporting facilities, and the natural swimming pool. Taste nightlife Calabar has a very vibrant nightlife. Hence, if you are interested in nightlife and clubbing, nightlife in Calabar is fun as the clubs have amazing DJs. Some of the clubs are Jasper 131 (Marian Road), Mayfair Lounge (MCC Road), Quorum Lounge (Atekong Drive), Pinnacle Nightclub (MCC Road), Pete’s Ville Nightclub (2nd Avenue, State Housing Estate), Bay’s Bar (Diamond Hills), Beverly Heels Club (Calabar Municipal) amongst others. Freddy's, Axari and Tinapa Lakeside Hotel are also among the best places to eat. Round off by attending the Calabar Carnival Your visit to Calabar is inconclusive in December if you don’t attend the Calabar Carnival. It is tagged Africa’s largest street party. Describing her experience, Chiamaka Obiekwe said: “I attended the carnival last year and it was a blast. The streets of Calabar was buzzing; it was full of life, colour and lots of people. Hundreds of thousands of people, if not millions attend the carnival yearly and this is a great revenue-making venture for Calabar. The theme for the Carnival last year was ‘Climate Change’ so the various bands wore costumes and had presentations that represented the theme. It was beautiful.” The carnival events are divided into 4 weeks which include the Millennium Week (1-10 Dec 2016), The Sports Fiesta (12-17 Dec 2016), The TINAPA Family Fun Festival (19-24 Dec 2016) and the Carnival Week (25-31 Dec 2016). |
| Travel / 5 Interesting Ways To Avoid Holiday Financial Hangover by tourific: 4:01pm On Dec 10, 2016 |
 The holidays are here again and many Nigerians will pay visits to their favourite mall to pick or two things. For others, they may prefer to shop online. Whichever one you prefer, you need money to settle the transactions. And in this present Nigerian economy, money is something you can’t afford to spend indiscriminately. You should remember that life continues after the holidays. You have utility bills to settle, children’s school fees and other essential responsibilities. Since, you can’t escape these duties, and to prevent any financial hangover after the holidays,Jumia Travel shares 5 ways to prevent you from being in such situation. Make a list of your cash flow The number of financial sources you have will go a long way in determining how you spend during the holiday. This is because if one source is exhausted, others will suffice during the holidays. Another way is to allocate each financial sources to a particular responsibility. Source one may be for Christmas and source two may be for school fees. And if you have one single source, it is advisable to avoid Christmas spending so that you will not incur debts. Develop a budget After, listing the sources of your income, you should then develop a budget. You should not do this alone. Involve members of your immediate family so that the budget will reflect what they want. The budget should be based on available income. There should be no impulse buying If is not in the budget, you should never buy it. Impulse buying will no doubt make you spend more. Except what you want is very important, you shouldn’t purchase. This will help you save money. Be smart about giving gifts Exchanges gifts and good bags is an important feature of the holidays. If it is 1 or 2 persons you can offer gifts, budget for that 2. Do not go overboard by giving out gifts with reckless abandon. This will do you a lot of good. By the way, you can simply apologise to those who didn’t get anything from you. If you can offer a night stay one of the best hotels in Abuja, you should go ahead! Change your mindset Christmas is a time for you to have a good time with friends and family. You need money to have wonderful moments. However, if you don’t have the money to pull this off, you should venture into it. Don’t say because a friend is doing it I have to do the same. So, change your mindset if you want to be in a financial mess after the holidays. |
| Travel / 5 Ways To Guests Who Overstay Their Welcome by tourific: 3:51pm On Dec 10, 2016 |
 It's normal in Nigeria for you to organise a party and some of your guests sleep over. There is nothing wrong with that. If you don't want to lodge them in one of the best hotels in Lagos, they have to sleep in your home. But what if your guest takes advantage of your magnanimity and extends their stay? This can be very discomforting because you would be in a dilemma on how to get rid your guest who has overstayed their welcome. In addition, you don't want to annoy them and still stay friends even after getting rid of them. So, if you don't know what to do, Jumia Travel, shares smart ways to get rid of guests who have overstayed their welcome. Make time part of the invitation They say prevention is better than cure. This mantra can also apply here. If you don't want a guest to overstay, you should state it clearly the time the party is going to start and end. This will prevent any friend from thinking of staying. But this may not apply to family relatives. But it's not a bad idea to include it in the invitation card. Give them chores Like Chinua Achebe said in his book that if a guest has stayed more than 3 days in your home, give him a hoe to farm. This is because he's no long a guest. So, if you want to get rid of that guest, you can subtly give them chores. They won't be happy with this and before you know they are on their way to their home. Fake having to travel This is quite drastic but it will definitely work. But you have to do this in agreement with your spouse. You can inform the guest a night before that you are traveling and you can't leave them. They have no choice than to leave. Make the home boring There is a level of boredom that will be unbearable for any unwelcomed guests. You may decide not to switch on the generator in the night and not subscribe to your pay TV when it's subscription expires. In fact, you can even refuse to play music or watch music. This should send a signal to the guest that he has to leave. Tell them directly This is probably the best option for you but the most difficult. You have to just summon the courage and tell them that it's time for them to leave. 1 Like |
| Romance / 5 Sure Signs Your Spouse Is A Financial Risk by tourific: 3:30pm On Dec 10, 2016 |
 Money is very important in any relationship. It is the oil that lubricates your love life. But it shouldn’t be the ultimate. Regardless of this, some people are all about the money even if you drive the best SUVs, reside in choice areas in Lagos and hang out at one of the best of hotels in Lagos. In order not to become an ATM for others people, Jumia Travel shares some signs to look out to know if your spouse is all about the money. He doesn’t pay when you are on a date In this in part of the world, men are expected to pick the bills for their woman. But, if he invites you for a date and the lady settle the bill, you should be conscious of him. You may say this is a one-off. But when he keeps asking you for money, and you keeping picking his bills, it is may be time to consider the status of the relationship. Racks up debts on your behalf Due to their uncontrolled spending, your partner racks up debts which he or she expects you to pay for. If you don’t talk about this, before you know you will be unable to pay for these debts. Don’t give any room for this to mutate. Nip it in the bud before it explodes in your face. Always gambling Gambling is better packaged today. It has been made attractive that very few people see anything wrong with it. If your spouse has a gambling problem, you should talk him out of it. This is because soon he or she may be asking you for money to continue his gambling after spending his own money. When spending is above monthly income Some people don’t mind their partners knowing what they earn. But if you notice that his or her spending is far above what they earn, you may be dealing with someone who is a spendthrift. However, before you conclude, you should talk to them because it may be a gift. This is perhaps why partners don’t like disclosing what they earn. They have the get rich quick syndrome There is no quick way to get rich quick. You have to work very hard before you earn money. The only way you get rich quickly is to do something unsavoury or illegal. When the illegal activity backfires,, he will move to other illegal things. You don’t want to caught up in such a net. But, for some people, they are not really concerned about the source of income as far as you are spoiling them with the goodies of life. |
| Science/Technology / 5 Tips For Protecting Your Business’s Domain Name by tourific: 11:16am On Dec 09, 2016 |
 Your domain name is what direct users to your websites. Hence, it is important for companies to take necessary precautions to protect your domain name so that it will not be hijacked or redirected to another website. If this is not noticed early enough, it causes significant damage to your cash flow and traffic. Jumia travel shares five tips on how to protect your business’s domain name. Lock the transfer of your domain name You should inform your domain name registrar to lock it in order to prevent it from being transferred, deleted or edited without your permission. This will ensure that the domain name is safe and secured. Observe expiration dates Set up a way you will be alerted when the expiration of your domain name is near or close. This will ensure that no one seizes your domain name when it expires especially if it is a domain name that attracts a lot of traffic. You can renew the domain name for more than a year instead of yearly. Buy similar domain names Serious organisations are aware of hackers and internet thieves who are always on the prowl searching for vulnerable sites. If you don’t want to fall into their hands you should buy all the names that can possibly be used to clone your website. For example, your domain name is johndoe.com; you can also buy johndoe.ng, and johndoe.com.ng etc. Use a trustworthy registrar There are many domain names registrar selling these domain names online. It is better to use reputable, and trustworthy registrar that are stable and doesn’t go offline at the flip of your fingers. A reputable one is GoDaddy. Permanent email When you specify your contact email address, don’t use one from a free service that might expire especially if you don't use it regularly. If this happens someone else may take over the email and use it to impersonate you when interacting with your domain name registrar. So, always use the email that is related to your website. |
| Science/Technology / Four Reasons The Nigerian Government Needs To Improve Its Data Gathering System by tourific: 10:58am On Dec 09, 2016 |
 Nigeria has never had a reliable or workable data system if you go down memory lane. The importance of data can’t be overemphasised. There are innumerable and complex factors preventing the country from having one. This is why different government parastatals are always collecting data. So, it is very key for the government to improve its data gathering which in turn will better our data system. Jumia Travel, gathers 4 reasons the Nigerian government needs to improve its data gathering system. Even with the entry of technology, the government still struggles to gather details of every Nigerian and other essential data that are required for the government to make informed decisions. Plans will be coordinated The Nigerian budget is based on estimates. We don’t have the actual number of barrels of crude oil the country produces daily. We don’t know the demographics of Nigerians: how many are married, or single, or those who need jobs. If all this information is available, the government will be able to effectively plan and provide Nigerians with infrastructure that they need and not what they think they need. Projects will have developmental impacts With data correctly gathered, the government will know what each Nigerian wants. The government will know where to site hospitals, schools and other developmental projects that will have the desired impact on the people. They will make informed decisions Good and workable data at the disposal of government will help them make informed decisions. But when it is incomplete, or unavailable, decisions will be based on perception or fallacies and not facts. Better fund management Funds will be better deployed and spent if there is enough data. This is because the government will be aware of what the people want.[/color] |
| Science/Technology / 5 Ways To Identify Fake Android Apps by tourific: 11:11am On Dec 08, 2016 |
 Many of us use our smartphones to download all kinds of apps. The shortcoming here is that you don know if these apps are original or not. In fact, fake apps can make your phone vulnerable to hacking. So, before you download that next app, you should have these tips in mind which can help you identify fake apps shared by Jumia Travel. You are encouraged to download the apps on the Google play store. Research the developer There are thousands of apps that are free to download. Before you download the app, you should do a bit of research about the developer. That means you should Google them. If there is nothing about them on the internet, you shouldn’t download it. Check the number of downloads The number of downloads can also help you in making the decision if you should install a particular app or not. Original apps notwithstanding if their level of popularity will have been download more than a million times. If the number is in hundreds, don’t bother yourself. Read reviews Sometimes, apps may not have a million downloads but it is original. To get more clarity on this, you should read the reviews of others who have downloaded and used the apps. You can install if there are more positive reviews. Check user ratings This is perhaps the simplest way to identify if an app is fake or not. You just check the user ratings which is between 1 and 5. The higher the ratings and the number of people who rate the app, the better the chances that the app is original. Design and features Some apps give themselves away by their design. If you look closely at their designs and read the features, you will discover that it may be a cloned app or a fake. If you have any doubts, you should avoid the app or get more information about the app. |
| Food / 5 Reasons You Should Cook At Home Instead Of Eating Out In Lagos by tourific: 10:45am On Dec 08, 2016 |
 Variety of Dishes lavishly and tastefully displayed to invite and tempt Lagosians who want to feed their stomach. At Mama puts or Bukkas dotted around the city, you find bankers, civil servants and artisans jostling to buy food at these spots. Madam give me Amala with efo riro, shaki, roundabout and pomo-they shout at the top of their voices. In other cases, if you don’t like mama put, then the fancy restaurants is the place you frequent. While you regularly patronise these restaurants every day, have you ever considered cooking for yourself? Of course, you are very busy and you have to leave home at 4am and return at 10pm and this will not give you time to cook. Perhaps, these reasons shared by Jumia Travel will encourage you to cook instead of eating out every day. You can trust what you eating For those who eat out often, they are not in the know of the kind of ingredients that have been used in preparing the food. It what they are served that they eat. But if you cook at home, you have the discretion to add the content you without any worries. You hone your cooking skills Men have the tendency to eat out more than women even though you find both genders at the mama put. Regardless, if you want to improve or hone your cooking skills, it is not by visiting restaurants. You can find time out of your tight to cook. For the men who cook at home, they can brag to friends about their cooking skills and they can show off their cooking skills to their significant other. It is definitely a wonderful feeling. You save money You have to spend nothing less than N500 to eat at your favourite restaurants daily. But if you cook, you won’t spend such an amount. Every penny is worth saving in this current recession. You make healthier choices Many of the foods you consume at restaurants are processed foods due to the ingredients they are used. Cooking at home not only help you select your own ingredients but ensure that you make choices that will not negatively affect your health. It builds better relationships Imagine one of those days your girlfriend who is always coming around to cook for and you told are not to bother about cooking. You will do it. Even though it may not be perfect, she will love you more. In fact, some women say that they prefer men who know how to cook. So, don’t be afraid to show off your culinary skills to your significant other. |
| Science/Technology / 5 Financial Mistakes New Business Owners Should Avoid by tourific: 11:22am On Dec 07, 2016 |
 Money will always be a huge challenge for any entrepreneur who owns a new business. It is never enough. So, as a new business owner, there are some money mistakes you should not commit no matter the kind of business you are engaged in. If this happens, you will discover that you are just throwing unavailable resources at your business without having the desired impact. Jumia Travel shares some of the money mistakes you should commit to memory if you own a new start up. Having a combined personal account and business account Whether you are alone in the business or in a partnership, it is important for you to separate your personal account or money from the business. This will not only help you know the viability of your business, you will be aware of how much the business is making. Even if you collect money from your personal account to invest in the business, don’t forget to return it. No budget for your business For any serious new business with long term goals, it must have a pragmatic and realistic budget. A budget that is not above the available capital. The budget simply tells you how to spend money and the things you need to spend on. Ensure you strike out the things that you don’t critically need for now. Making big purchases You are in the teething stage of your business, so you don’t need big purchases even if you have bottomless finances. Buying cars, computers and going big on advertising is a no no for any new businesses. It is advisable to be strategic in spending and leave the big purchases for later. Not saving for emergencies You don’t know when a business emergency will happen. Hence, you always want to be prepared for it. This means that no matter how much you are making, ensure you save for unforeseen circumstances. This is important for small businesses if they want to survive the growing stages of their business. Not paying taxes and utility bills As a new business owner, you are tempted to avoid payment of taxes and utility bills. But know that you may escape it now but you will unarguably pay for it later. So, pay your taxes and utility bills as at when due to prevent it from piling up and avoid paying unnecessary fines that come with late payment. |
| Travel / 5 Ways To Have A December To Remember With Family In Your Hometown by tourific: 11:07am On Dec 07, 2016 |
 December is a time when many Nigerians leave their abode in the city and hit the road to travel to their hometown. A hometown that is remote and a place that they visit once a year. Although some Nigerians don’t look forward to such an unaccustomed live in the countryside, you can make it a memorable December despite your reservations. So, whether you are travelling to Nnewi in the Southeast or to Zaria in the North, Jumia Travel, gathers ways you can have a memorable Christmas with your family even if you are in your hometown. Organise a family reunion The perception some Nigerians have about visiting their hometown and hobnobbing with family members can discourage you from organising a reunion. But the family is everything. They are the ones you ask for assistance when you need it. Then if you have the opportunity to bring them together under one roof to wine and dine, you should take advantage of it. Invite them to an evening party at your family house. You will get to distant cousins, nephews, and your daddy’s brother’s sister whom you have never met. It is a very good feeling! Go hiking with your children You are in your unspoilt village where civilisation is yet to massively encroach. It will be a wonderful moment to go hiking with your children. You show them the town halls, the stream where the village fetches water, and visit places where all you can have fun soaked in joy and laughter. Your children will always remember these moments. A mix of life in the city and in the countryside will give them a better perspective to life. They know that life is not all about the city. Enjoy street food or local delicacy at a local restaurant If you grew up your hometown, you know that nearly everything is natural and undiluted. This is why you should enjoy your favourite street food or local delicacy at your preferred spot. You won’t want to leave. This because you get the real taste. Check out festivals Because the people who reside in the village know that December is the period where families and friends who reside in the city return home, they usually fix festivals at these time. At the same time, family meetings are scheduled for this period. So, don’t miss these festivals. For example, if some parts of Enugu, they usually have their masquerade festivals in December. You can even book a hotel if the celebration runs into the night. Don’t forget to go with your spouse. Relive village experience with childhood friends You don’t just visit your hometown and leave without helloing your childhood friends. In fact, it is an opportunity to relive your childhood experiences. You talk about the shenanigans you engage in over a calabash of palm wine and goat meat. You will return the city a much happier person and your reservation about the village will have evaporated. |
| Science/Technology / 5 Likely Ways To Become An Internet Ghost by tourific: 1:07pm On Dec 06, 2016 |
 This is impossible! In this 21st century and digital age, you want to erase yourself from the internet. That means you want to return to the Stone Age? Well, nobody wants to return to life without the World Wide Web. But, some people will like the feeling whereby you don’t just have to Google their names and everything about them appears online in seconds. You don’t receive calls from people to ask about your profile. There is no mystery or is anything hidden. If you want that feeling back or you just want to temporarily get off the grid, Jumia Travel shares ways you can pull this off. However, think this through before you become an internet ghost. Deactivate your social media accounts Deactivate all your social media accounts including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram. This is the easiest means through which your profile pop up online in search engines. If you decide to change your mind, you can reactivate your account as some of them give you a window period to return. Remove personal information from websites If you have your personal information on different forums and websites, you should reach out to them to remove your profile from their websites or better still, you take it down yourself. Use Deseat.me If you want to clean up your existence online, this is the website to visit. You only need an email and a password. Any account related to that email will be removed. By the way, it must be a Google email. Use Google Remove URL Tool Google is the biggest search engine in the world. If you want to remove your profile or there is information you don’t like in the search results, you can use the Google remove URL tool to suspend the results for 90 days. You can also permanently delete depending on what you want. Account Killer This is another software that aggregates links to the account deactivation page of different websites. This simplifies the process of deactivating your accounts. It categorises websites into blacklist and whitelists. For blacklisted websites, you cannot erase your account and vice versa. You can also decide to make your account anonymous. |
| Travel / 5 Struggles Nigerians Who Use The Lagos Airport Will Understand by tourific: 12:53pm On Dec 06, 2016 |
 The Lagos airport whether local or international is one of the busiest in Nigeria and arguably in Africa. The airport which is supposed to highlight Nigeria’s history, culture and tourism to both local and international travellers is a shadow of itself. How? When you arrive Nigeria, there should be available information about our history, way of life, choice destinations to visit and best hotels to stay. Unfortunately nothing! The airport is a microcosm of the larger Nigerian society where government services are barely up to scratch. Even with the concession of the airport, it hasn’t changed its fortunes. So, if you ply the Lagos airport often, Jumia Travel gathers some of the struggles you can readily relate with. This is to encourage the government to fix the Lagos airport to meet international standards because it is Nigeria’s window to the world. Epileptic power supply You can only imagine the disgust when you arrive in your country and everywhere is dark. It is a rude welcome to Nigeria. The reason for this? The power grid of the airport has shut down. Some people will not be surprised by this because beyond the airport, electricity is unstable. The intermittent power outage at the Lagos airport is the height of embarrassment to use torchlight to taxi your way through the airport. There should be nothing like power interruption at any airport in Nigeria let alone Lagos airport. Fanning yourself Due to poor ventilation and absence of enough air conditioners, you have to provide air by fanning yourself. Officials asking for tips The different officials tasked with the responsibility of ensuring the airport function without any hitches are the ones who use underhand ways to collect tips from travellers. While some greet you excessively, others ask you pointedly to offer them something. Spending hours to be cleared With recurring power outages, you have to spend hours being cleared by the different regulatory agencies at the airport. And there are many of them. Their services are very slow when there is power. You can only imagine how their services will look like when there is no power. It is worse when you still have to fan yourself through this harrowing ordeal. Ambush by Taxi drivers For travellers who have no one to pick them up at the airport, they are at the mercy of taxi drivers or individuals scavenging for persons who may need their services. As you are leaving the arrival lounge, their voices will be the next you hear. The disorderly manner they ambush travellers who have just arrived is the problem. |
| Science/Technology / 6 Free Tools For Creating Business Surveys by tourific: 10:41am On Dec 02, 2016 |
 Surveys are very key to the effective and smooth running of any business. Intermittently, you want to know what your customers think about you and at the same time improve your product and services. The benefits of conducting a research is infinite. Unlike in the past where you have to distribute questionnaires. Now, there are so many online tools you can use to conduct your survey. Interestingly, these tools are free and anyone can use it. Jumia Travel identifies some of these survey tools. SurveyPlanet SurveyPlanet is a fast and easy tool for designing any numbers of business surveys. If you don’t want to create a survey from the start, you can edit the 90 questions template provided. SurveyPlanet can help interpret and share results. GoogleForms If you can’t use Survey Monkey, then Google Forms is available. It is absolutely free. You can create as many surveys as you want without any hassle. Typeform Typeform is very attractive to use even though there is a free and premium version. Despite this, the free version allows you ask unlimited questions and answers as well as data export. ZohoSurvey Zoho Survey is yet another nice survey tool. Users are allowed 15 Survey questions and 150 responses. If you have the money, you can buy the paid one. SurveyGizmo SurveyGizmo is a survey software that is very responsive. You can collect any kind of data, get wonderful themes and reach anyone in any part of the world by using its translation feature. SurveyMonkey Survey Monkey is one of the most popular survey tools. It is well designed and very easy to use. With the free version, you will get 10 questions, 15 question types, 100 respondents, and some themes and templates. But with Survey Monkey, you can’t export data with the free version. |
| Travel / 5 Reasons You Will Not Meet Anyone At A Lagos Club by tourific: 10:05am On Dec 02, 2016 |
 Lonely? Single? Then a place to meet a potential soulmate is going to a club. And there are so many of them in Lagos. However, some people have frequented this particular club every weekend but no one has said hello let alone try to woo them. They will start to question themselves if there something and the next thing is that you will stop seeing them at the club. While some people frown at meeting a partner at a club some people don’t mind. Whichever divide you belong, Jumia Travel gathers reasons why you are not being noticed whenever you go clubbing in Lagos. You are not ‘responsibly’ dressed Some nightcrawlers have the perception that because they are going to the club they can irresponsibly dressed. Rather than use 'beautiful’ to describe you, ‘hot’ will be the preferred word. Without any doubt, your eye-popping dressing to get people’s attention. It is either both of you end up at a nearby Lagos hotel or he buys you a drink to break the ice. You are intoxicated There is no club in Lagos that you won’t find alcohol. It is an important part of nightlife. More like no alcohol, no nightlife. But if you want to meet someone, you have to keep a clear head. Staying away from alcohol won’t be a bad idea. But if you decide to drink, don’t drink until you get intoxicated and start embarrassing yourself. You may not take him serious A guy approaching you at a bar may not be serious. At the same time, he may be serious. But how will you know if you don’t hear him out? Remember, both of you are in the club. You don’t have the right to judge him based on the fact that you meet at a club. That’s hypocrisy. You are too busy with friends Having a great time with friends is one of the best experiences in the world. However, if you are always with your friends, you may not meet someone. At the club, try to find an alone time. This will give you the opportunity to meet persons outside your circle of friends. But ensure that you don’t wander so that your friends won’t search for you. Your body language is confusing For a lady who wants to meet someone, you should be aware of body language. This will stop you from unconsciously sending the wrong signal. If a guy is looking at you, don’t smile or look towards him if you are not interested. |
| Science/Technology / 5 Signs Your Network Has Been Hacked by tourific: 11:34am On Dec 01, 2016 |
 As far as you are always online, you are vulnerable to being hacked. So, oftentimes than not, it is never simple to decide if your computer has been hacked. This is because hackers have developed subtle ways to quietly access your network without you suspecting anything. Not to worry, Jumia Travel shares some signs to look out for. If you notice any of these signs, you should alert your IT department. Hacking can damage a lot of things including your reputation. Ask Hillary Clinton how the exposure of her emails by hackers affected her electioneering campaign. Unexpected slowdown Normally, the speed of your internet is faster than Usain Bolt but suddenly it becomes very slow. It may be that someone is tampering with your router remotely. This is possible when hackers install a software that can slow down your networks. So, if you notice any of this you should take action. You are unable to log in You open your system and log in with ease. But in this case, it is taking forever for you to log in and nothing seems to be working like your password and username even if it is correct. This may be a clue that something is wrong. If this is the case, you should immediately change your password. Unusual activity Computers something can drive you insane due to because when you want to perform an important task that is when it starts acting up. If these unusual activities continue nonstop, there must be something wrong. It may be a technical fault or it may be hackers attempting to steal sensitive information. Your Antivirus is deactivated If your antivirus appears disabled, it is a good signal that something is amiss. This is because you didn’t deactivate it. You may probably have visited a website created by a hacker which can automatically disable the antivirus of any system. Your system will tell you if it is off. Pay attention to this and switch on or update your antivirus. New Apps appear There are thousands of apps out there including the ones developed by hackers. Note that hacking is now very sophisticated. So hackers are now creative. If an app you didn’t download appears on your system appears, don’t click it. The best you can do is to delete. If you do open it, you given hackers unlimited access to your system. Be careful. |
| Science/Technology / Why More Women Should Be Represented In The Nigerian Tech Industry by tourific: 11:12am On Dec 01, 2016 |
 Technology is not the exclusive preserve of men even though they dominate the industry. The tight control of men in the industry has made it difficult for women to venture into the tech world. Jumia Travel can describe it as a male tech chauvinism. According to Intel’s report on women and the web, “On average, the developing world, nearly 25% fewer women than men have access to the internet, and the gender gap soars to nearly 45% in regions like sub-Saharan Africa”. Despite the increased penetration of the internet in Nigeria, very few women are represented in technology space. There is no gainsaying that there are more women interested in the industry but some may be discouraged because men currently dominate the industry. Don’t allow this stereotype to get to you. Here are five reasons you should join the Nigerian tech movement as a Nigerian woman. Technology will not be skewed towards men Since the technology industry is dominated by men, it will no doubt be skewed towards them. This means their decisions will most likely be made to favour them. But, if there are more female represented in the industry, this will not happen. The perspective of women will be considered before any decision is made. There will be diversity in technology thus making it cut across gender. Reduce social inequalities Technology is the fastest growing industry in the world. In fact, it is the future. So, if women are missing now in this rapidly evolving world of technology, the social inequalities between men and women will continue to expand. Give a voice to women The more women are represented in technology the more women will have a voice in the industry. So, whatever is happening in the industry, the voice of the Nigerian woman will not be absent. Technology innovation will improve According to country’s metrics, 50.6% of Nigerians are men while 49.4% are female. If the former are already well represented, the latter can barely be found in the industry. This is an important part of our population raging with tech ideas languishing outside the industry. So, technical innovation will considerably improve as women will contribute their quota to its development. |
| Science/Technology / 5 Tips For Making Business Videos That Will Go Viral by tourific: 11:15am On Nov 30, 2016 |
 Videos are no longer difficult to make today. You can use your phone to shoot it and simply post them on social media. However, for serious and professional organisations, creating a business video is not a joke especially if it is promotional. Business videos rarely go viral but if you follow these tips, the video will definitely get more engagements and views. This is a marketing strategy every company must explore as you don’t need to break the bank to achieve this. You should simply include it in your budget Recording decisions The question to ask is how do you want to record your video? You can use a mobile phone with a selfie stick. In other cases, you can use a High Definition video camera. The later is better because when the video is eventually produced. A poorly produced video will put off potential viewers even if it has a unique content. Make use of the right celebrity Hundreds of research have been done on the impact of celebrity endorsements. So, try to get a celebrity whose acceptance cut across Nigeria to feature in your video. Importantly, use right celebrities that will definitely sell your services or products. Choose a pleasant place to film You can decide to film your video at your business premises or choose a nice location in Nigeria. Whichever one you select, ensure that it will not disturb your filming. The location has a huge role to play because your viewers can relate with the location. For example, shooting a business video at Olumo. Regardless, remember that your product or service should decide where you want to film. Creative content Content is ultimate for any business video. It must be entertaining, informative and educative. Thus, as far as the content is creative and targeted at the correct audience, it will definitely go viral. It must call-to-action You are not just making your business video for fun. It is not only to create a buzz around your product and service, it’s for viewers to take action after watching your video by patronising the product or service. So, ensure that your video has a call-to-action. An example of call-to-action is visit Jumiatravel.com to book your favourite hotels in Nigeria. |
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