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Travel / Re: 15 Things You Can Do When Stuck In Lagos Traffic by Ibukune(m): 8:01pm On Nov 04, 2018
Pls can u recommend an app that can be used for no 2. I mean d one that saves nd monitor reading progress. Thanks

leonard002:
It’s no news that Lagosians spend countless hours in traffic, and some are avoidable if you plan yourself well, others, however you cannot avoid. Some spend up to 5 hours or more in traffic everyday commuting to and from their place of work.
Here are some possible things to do when you’re stuck in traffic, when either you’re driving your own car, or you’re in a commercial vehicle.

1. LISTEN TO AUDIO BOOKS
Audio books are one of the best things that happened to us in recent times in terms of how much we can learn and the flexibility of learning it. You could find good websites that give free audio books, or you could buy the audiobooks from Amazon. There are hundreds of thousands of audiobooks right there filled with knowledge from all fields of life, including your very field waiting to be downloaded. If you visit YouTube, you could find lots of them there too.
The good thing about listening to audio books is that you can do it while driving. Driving is a subconscious activity and imagine how much you could learn in those hours while in commute.

2. READ DIGITAL BOOKS (E-BOOKS)
The world is changing. Hard cover books are great, but they are gradually becoming obsolete. Do you know that a mere 10MB of memory space could give you between 10 to 50 e-books in epub, pdf, txt or mobi formats right there in your smartphone? Digital books are more flexible and easier to read as you can do so with any mobile devices you carry.
So, instead of waiting in traffic doing nothing, you could download e-books of your choice genre and start reading. If you like novels, there are millions of them online to download and read from. There are also a plethora of apps on the play store that give the reading much ease and flexibility. These apps even save your progress, and some of them even utilize the Text To Speech properties on your phone to read the novels or books aloud for you. This is especially useful if you’re on the wheels and hence can’t take your eyes off the road to read e-books.
No need to waste your time in traffic. With all those time, you can read and expand your horizon. Personally, within 3 weeks, I have read a complete 4 e-books and counting. I am expanding my knowledge base, and I think you should too!

3. LISTEN TO MUSIC
We all know that traffic can be exhausting and frustrating, so, don’t make it harder on yourself. Music is known universally to soothe our nerves and make us feel good. If you’re stuck in traffic. Listening to your favourite music can help you relax. You could even in your spare time create a playlist of music you can play in traffic that will relax you and make you happy while you get to your destination.

4. LISTEN TO THE RADIO
Well, every device or car has an F.M Radio, and Lagos has lots of good stations to listen to. So, to get informed, educated and entertained while in traffic, you can listen to your favourite F.M radio stations for good music, news and other interesting programs.

5. READ NAIRALAND
Well, Nairaland, without doubt is a very interesting forum. Loads of information right here if you know where to look. Most of us make the mistake of reading only front page and trending posts. I should tell you that there are dozens of other posts which don’t make it to front page but which are packed with fun, entertaining and interesting facts. What you need to do is to go to the section of your choice and browse, you’ll definitely see interesting stuff to read. Be sure to add discretion to what you read. Forget that a lot of members of the forum are tribalistic and insulting, but lots more are nice, warm and intelligent.
That is what you get in a faceless forum. Just ignore anyone you see that lacks courtesy even if they quote you. Don’t reply their quotes as some of them cannot even talk to you in real life. Of course, reading Nairaland is only possible if you’re in a public transport. Don’t read while driving as you need to pay attention to the road. Expand your knowledge by reading Nairaland articles, like this one grin

6. PRAY
Well, lots of Nigerians are very religious. If you’re stuck in traffic, you could gently bend down and pray. If you’re in your own car, you can pray as you want, but still pay attention to where you’re going. If you’re in a public transport, don’t be a nuisance to others, you can pray gently, in your mind. Prayer has been scientifically proven to give perspective and peace of mind. So, if you’re stuck in traffic, you can pray. Remember to pray for your country too!

7. CALL YOUR FRIENDS AND LOVED ONES
When you’re stuck in traffic, you can use that opportunity to make some calls to your friends and loved ones that you’ve not called for a long time. People appreciate it when you call them, even if it’s for less than a minute. Your friends and loved ones can also make you happy when you talk with them. Make the calls, create new connections and strengthen already existing ones. If you’re in your own vehicle it would be ideal as you won’t be disturbing anyone. Make sure you use loudspeaker though.

8. CHAT WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY
On WhatsApp and other platforms, you can spend some time when stuck in traffic to chat with people you love. Chat with the witty and funny ones who can make you smile and temporarily ease the stress of the traffic. This would be useful if you’re not driving.

9. MAKE NEW FRIENDS
Connections are very important. You never know who’s in that bus with you. They could be the person that gives you the information or assists you to achieve success in life. So if you can, start a conversation with the person sitting close to you. Try and be friendly, nice and warm. You could even meet your life partner in Lagos traffic. Lolz. That would be a great story on its own!

10. ADMIRE THE CITY
You’ve got to admit, Lagos is a very beautiful city. Well, some parts of it anyway. If you’re working in the Island and living in the mainland, you could take some time to admire all the fine skyscrapers and other stunning structures around you. Admire the exquisite cars that people are driving around you. Admire the gorgeous and beautiful dudes and ladies around you. Looking is free, they say, so look around and admire the city, the life, and the people.

11. PLAN YOUR LIFE
Some of us don’t really have our lives planned out. Life is short you know. Living from paycheck to paycheck isn’t an ideal way of living. You need to sit down sometimes and write down a plan for your life on paper. It’s sad that a lot of people have plans on everything else in their lives including what to buy and cook for the next pot of soup, but really don’t have plans for their lives. Time is going. The years are strolling by. Before you know it, you’ll be 30, 35, 50, etc.

What are you going to do to secure you future? Are you going back to school? Are you saving enough money to venture into business? What kind of business? Do you want to climb the professional ladder? When are you getting married? When are you going to build your own house, and where? How many kids will you have, and where do you want to train them?

Don’t just let life wheeze by. Use the time you have in traffic to plan. I’m not saying you should worry. I’m saying you should plan. He who fails to plan, has planned to fail. I’ll admit that sometimes, our plans change, but you should have something to lean on in the first place.

12. WATCH COMEDY ONLINE
On a lighter note though, Lagos traffic can be exhausting and frustrating. Instead of just sitting there, you could go to YouTube and watch some funny videos, comedy and the like. These can lighten your mood and make the traffic easier to bear. Laughing is good medicine. I’m sure you know.

13. WATCH A GOOD MOVIE
Some of us don’t have any time anymore for ourselves. It’s all work, work, work. When stuck in traffic, you could watch a good movie that you’ve downloaded but haven’t had the time to watch. If the movie is interesting enough, you won’t even know when the time passed and you’ll be home in no time. Of course, this is for those in public transport. Be vigilant though. Don’t pass your bus stop, and be careful of phone thieves! This na Lagos oh.

14. WRITE A GOOD ARTICLE
If you’re a writer, you could take the opportunity of being stuck in traffic to write a good article, especially that one you’ve been postponing. Maybe you’ve had it as a goal to set up a blog. Use the time you have in traffic to do so. I understand that you may be too exhausted to do anything creative, but even if it’s a few lines you manage to write, it is something.

15. ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS
I’m sure you must have a side hustle in addition to your normal day job. If you don’t please go find one like right away. Depending on where you work, your monthly salary alone can never sustain you in Lagos, not to talk of saving.
When stuck in traffic, use the opportunity to advertise your business online, on Facebook, Instagram and Nairaland. If nobody knows you, nobody will patronize your business. If it comes to it, pay some money to get your business known by a lot of people. In the long run, you’ll recover the money and make some profit.

These are 15 things you could do when stuck in Lagos traffic?

Written by Toochukwu Leonard.
Image credit: Pixabay

Do you have any other ideas? Let’s hear them.
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: AAUA Recruitment CBT Test Invite by Ibukune(m): 9:43pm On Oct 11, 2018
Codeman01:



Yeah I took the test today but we can’t predict what will happen to the rest because most of today’s question is account and some mathematical questions from ratio and proportion and probability..... few questions about the school and some about the state, few current affairs about America.

I scored 54% but don’t know their cut off mart yet


Thanks for this info. 50pcnt should be. Pls how many question were u giving and in what duration?
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: AAUA Recruitment CBT Test Invite by Ibukune(m): 7:50pm On Oct 11, 2018
Donpenny:

Basic math, uses of English,current affairs mostly foreign and some of the school related affairs

Thanks.
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: AAUA Recruitment CBT Test Invite by Ibukune(m): 7:36pm On Oct 11, 2018
Donpenny:
Today's test result has started rolling in, just got mine

Really. Pls give hint as regards the question.
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: AAUA Recruitment CBT Test Invite by Ibukune(m): 7:42pm On Oct 10, 2018
DrTims:
Just got an invite for the CBT. Mine is on the 12th, Friday 10am...Applied for an Assistant lecturer in Zoology. Anyway I wish everyone here all the very best cool

I got the invitation to. Assistant lecturer. Parasitology option. Can we relate?

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Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Education As A Vaccine (EVA) Fresh Graduate & Exp. Job Recruitment (3 Positions) by Ibukune(m): 11:11pm On Jul 26, 2018
mars2015:
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We are recruiting to fill the following positions below in Abuja:

1.) Graduate Communication Intern 2

Deadline: 27th July, 2018.




2.) Graduate Communication Intern 1

Deadline: 27th July, 2018.




3.) Board Member Recruitment

Deadline: Not Specified.

Click Here To View Details



http://myhotcurrentjobs..com/

I applied. Though am in ph
Education / Re: WAEC Result: I'm Disappointed With This Grammar by Ibukune(m): 12:26pm On Jul 13, 2018
BOOMnaija:

Diet is correct

You attended a good school and u didnt waste your time learning...

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Education / Re: WAEC Result: I'm Disappointed With This Grammar by Ibukune(m): 11:49am On Jul 13, 2018
Am I the only one that think d use of d word diet is right? There is a may/june diet and also Nov/Dec diet. Diet isnt only associated with cosumptions, its applicable to periodical happenings.
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Massive Academic Recruitments at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko by Ibukune(m): 2:16pm On Jul 03, 2018
Someone sent this to me all the way from Akungba. How true...

Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Massive Academic Recruitments at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko by Ibukune(m): 1:55pm On Jun 28, 2018
PrinceFola:
1. Yes, they're suppose to draft their own confidential letter. AAUA won't send them any format, that's why they called it "Reference letter" just tell them to write confidential letter on ur behalf to the school within the stipulated time. 2. Sending it thru courier service or postal service is okay but make sure you register it so that they can deliver it directly to the registrar office and it must also get to them within the stipulated time. 3. Yeah, but not really necessary though. But, to me on a safer side, let them write it.
Hope I have answered your questions sir?




God bless bro. U did answer my question. Thanks.

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Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Massive Academic Recruitments at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko by Ibukune(m): 9:48pm On Jun 27, 2018
PrinceFola:
Print and Forward 15 hard copies of the *Online Application*... Your Bio data form and Curriculum vitae* you submitted online is all they asked for. That three (3) pages you printed out....



Thanks for the information so far. Pls i have 3 questions, 1. As regards the referees sending their reference letters to the registrar? are they suppose to draft out something on their own or there is a format sent to them via their emails provided in the course of the registration?? 2. i am planning of sending the 15 copies with the reference letters to safe cost of waybill from PH to Akungba, is it advisable 3. Are my referees supposed to write 'CONFIDENTIAL' on the reference letters??
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Massive Academic Recruitments at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko by Ibukune(m): 9:47pm On Jun 27, 2018
yns4real:
In case you made mistake (s) while filling out the application, you can now go back to edit and update it.

See the attached.


Thanks for the information so far. Pls i have 3 questions, 1. As regards the referees sending their reference letters to the registrar? are they suppose to draft out something on their own or there is a format sent to them via their emails provided in the course of the registration?? 2. i am planning of sending the 15 copies with the reference letters to safe cost of waybill from PH to Akungba, is it advisable 3. Are my referees supposed to write 'CONFIDENTIAL' on the reference letters??
Education / Re: Celebrating Nigerian Lecturers Who Have Distinguished Themselves by Ibukune(m): 10:12am On May 10, 2018
There are lecturers everywhere, there are mothers who impacts knowledge and as well tutors, Prof. Nduka of AEB, University of Port Harcourt is one. U deserves lots of accolade ma.
Phones / Re: I Just Got A 4g Phone Reward From Mtn by Ibukune(m): 10:48am On Apr 13, 2018
methjuior:
Has anybody gone to collect the phone, please identify?

Yes. Got mine on monday . the 5k was for 10g data loaded on my sim. Its a Huaewei y3.
Phones / Re: I Just Got A 4g Phone Reward From Mtn by Ibukune(m): 7:13am On Apr 07, 2018
bluesaint:
Hey guys, who knows what type of 4G phone MTN rewards their customers with?
I was asked to come and claim a 4G phone reward from their office in PHC. I have confirmed from them on twitter and it's legit.
I got the same message too. Mtn office opp hanahs restaurant.. hope its not some sorta scam sha..
Romance / Re: How To Get Hard And Sustainable Erection Anytime You Want It by Ibukune(m): 1:29am On Jan 03, 2018
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Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Who Else Got Interview Invite From School Of Management Technology Anioma by Ibukune(m): 3:22pm On Sep 18, 2017
fastc1:
my interview invite got no details of payment. Though I meet someone with one. You guys should relax on Monday I will get more details about the payment issue. Thanks


how far. were u able to get any info
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Who Else Got Interview Invite From School Of Management Technology Anioma by Ibukune(m): 2:25pm On Sep 16, 2017
I got called too, graduate assistant. A fees of 2k is to be paid. I am coming from ph. Is it worth it? pls if you have any info as regards smta. Pls drop it. Thanks
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Good Afternoon,if You Haven't Written Your Test Please Log In Before 31st August by Ibukune(m): 9:56am On Aug 29, 2017
npowerng:
That simply means you didn't write the stem test. As you already know it's not compulsory.

Thanks for your prompt response, those that mean that my application is on track and I should just relax and await the shortlisting?
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Good Afternoon,if You Haven't Written Your Test Please Log In Before 31st August by Ibukune(m): 8:09am On Aug 29, 2017
npowerng:
Good afternoon,

If you haven't written your test, please log in to write your test between now and 23.59pm, August 31st, 2017.There will be no extension.
Remember if you are able to log in with your BVN and phone number, then your BVN records match your application.
Where you can't log in, it simply means your BVN records don't match your application and your application journey has come to an end.

#NPowerNG


Pls I wrote the test early this month but my page still says 'you have a test due for completion.....' Does that mean I didn't submit or do the right thing ? Pls help check the attached picture. Waiting for ya response.

Education / Re: Federal Government Scholarship 2016/2017 Exam Updates by Ibukune(m): 7:57pm On Aug 16, 2017
sundayoga:
Uniport list

Is that all for Uniport. Can u help with the pg list ?
Education / Re: Federal Government Scholarship 2016/2017 Exam Updates by Ibukune(m): 4:03pm On Aug 10, 2017
sundayoga:
University of port Harcourt! Any news?

Seriously I don't know. I was in student affairs and they said they hadn't gotten anything of such while a friend in UST confirmed he got the schorlaship.
Education / Re: Federal Government Scholarship 2016/2017 Exam Updates by Ibukune(m): 3:17am On Aug 10, 2017
JhyMedex:

Has any one frm Unilorin collected their award letter?..

Bros pls can u help with Uniport list, PG. thanks
Literature / Re: Roy Lan Uzoma, "My Nigerian Dream" Book Author (Photos) by Ibukune(m): 3:54pm On Jul 11, 2017
NigPatriot:


It's available in Patabah Bookstore at Surulere mall. Also at Glendora mall Ikeja City Mall. Ordered mine via Konga. Search "My Nigerian Dream"

Thanks so much. I saw it on konga. Cheers.
Literature / Re: Roy Lan Uzoma, "My Nigerian Dream" Book Author (Photos) by Ibukune(m): 11:05am On Jul 10, 2017
NigPatriot:
I have my copy of this book. Got it directly from the Author. It's a very good read. I love the fact he fine tuned what some call " Self-help" to an informative classic. Kudos and more grace.


Pls any idea on how to get the book? Will be grateful if you can hint me. Thanks

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Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Massive Graduate Recruitment At Malaria Consortium (9 Positions) by Ibukune(m): 9:56pm On Jul 06, 2017
anthonypeters:
Still ongoing

I sent my application and CV. Thanks.
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Recruitment At Federal University Gashua. Yobe State by Ibukune(m): 7:55pm On May 13, 2017
since you provided the email addresses of the referees, i suppose a form will be sent to them to attest to u, everything will be done online, anyone with a contrary view??
Pls is there a final button to push to apply, cos all i see here is to fill up the forms, any other thing..

harrisonxury:




No, it won't work. It is expected that these referees of yours are to post their recommendation reports on you without you getting involved. It should be between FUGASHUA and your referees. FUGASHUA expects you to only sensitise your referees to write their reports and send (posting via post-office mainly) them accordingly: the reports should not appear in any of your applications or documents. If I were you, I would exactly follow their instructions to the last letter, not shunt any processes, since you are rather game for the job. You get the point/logic of it?
Jobs/Vacancies / Workforce by Ibukune(m): 9:01pm On Apr 25, 2017
Based on your recent application, you are invited for an interview at Workforce, beside ups gbagada Lagos on wed 26th by 2pm. Bring a cv and dress formal. I got this message today, pls who else got it, is it real, if you did what do you it's all about, can't remember applying and what can I do as I am in far away ph. Thanks.
Education / Re: Federal Scholarship Board Of Nigeria 2016 Scholarship Awards by Ibukune(m): 11:43pm On Apr 20, 2017
House any latest as regards the schorlaship
Career / Re: I Caught My Boss Pants Down With The Organization's Secretary by Ibukune(m): 3:43pm On Mar 24, 2017
odimbannamdi:
This is strong!

First thing you should do is to duplicate the video and delete it from the CCTV's memory so that nobody sees it.

True, you may have now found a bargaining/"keeping in check" chip for your boss, but he now sees you as a significant threat to his image and career. Judging from his kind of personality you spoke about, he could be desperate enough to employ eliminative means of getting rid of you, before you ever have a chance to use your chip.

Your safety is not guaranteed anymore. As long as you are in that unit, the man will never be at peace with you. If it is possible to ask for a transfer, please do so.

Alternatively, if the country you are in is relatively a safe one, you could take him to the ethics department and ensure he is gotten rid off. Because, a bad blood has already been drawn and, ultimately, one person will be gotten rid off, courtesy of the other person.

So, get rid of him, before he gets rid of you

Meanwhile, i have beautiful loafers for sale


Pls drop me a a mail. Ayo4show_892003@yahoo.com. I like the loafers. Let's have a deal.
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Symantic Consulting Interview by Ibukune(m): 8:43pm On Jul 03, 2016
Tipsie01:
4 those of u that paid for unique codes u have made donation to a scam enterprise but d good news is that we challenged him and stopped in from scaming the others.

Pls give us more info. I am from ph. Just did mine and left immediately.

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