It is quite unthinkable for you to leave your phone at home. It is the 21st century and the era of the technology evolution where a phone is as important as the air you breath in. You can make and receive calls, access the internet and do a plethora of things with your phone. Despite this, you may inadvertently leave your phone at home. It is difficult but if it happens, Jumia Travel, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal share 5 reasons not worry too much if you leave your phone at home.

No distractions

While driving, working or exercising, your phone can be a major distraction. It may ring, constantly receive social media or text notifications. And of course, you may want to catch-up with trending news on social media and your favourite website. But without your phone, you will be able to concentrate and focus.

You will be able to connect with people

For many people, phones take most of their attention. They don’t listen when they are communicating and very few people visit friends when they can simply chat. If for a day you leave your phone at home, you will no doubt have quality conversations, especially with friends and co-workers.

Enjoy your vacation

A break from work can easily be ended by a phone call. This is why some employees go incommunicado when they are on leave or vacation. So, be grateful if you forget or leave your phone at home. It is no cause for anxiety.

Peace and quiet

Phones ringing, listening to music via Bluetooth headphones and a temporary break from social media. These are the things you enjoy when you are with your phone. A day without your phone will help you experience peace and quiet of your ambience and observe what is happening around you.

You will save money on call cards

Forgetting your phone may be another way to save money in this economic recession. If you calculate the cash you spend on call cards, you will be glad you forgot your phone even though it can be very inconvenient for you.

If you are seeking to party, have fun and also want to explore during this upcoming Eid El Kabir festival, then Ijebu-Ode, Ogun, South-West, Nigeria is the place to visit for the Ojude-Oba festival. The Ojude-Oba festival is a grand, glamorous and colourful festival celebrated with extreme pomp and pageantry.

The town is literally shut down, hotels in Ijebu-Ode are fully booked and there is so much to eat and drink.

For the people of IJebu-Ode, who are notorious for their insatiable love of parties, it is a day of the year they anticipate as it offers them the opportunity to celebrate their heritage and have a once in a year meeting with family and friends. Jumia Travel, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal rolls out 5 things to know about the Ojude Oba festival.


It started as a religious festival

Long before the Ojude-Oba festival became an all-encompassing gig, it was a small gathering of adherents and followers of the Islamic religion. Today, however, the festival has transcended religious lines and attracts people of all faiths as well as tourists from within and outside Nigeria.

Usually held on the third day of Eid

The two days before the Ojude-Oba festival is for Muslims to savour and enjoy the Eid with their families, friends, and well-wishers. On the third day, Muslims, Christians, dignitaries, tourists and even visitors, troop to the Oba Sikiru Adetona Golden Jubilee Centre to witness and experience the glamour of the festival. It is a spectacle you shouldn’t miss if you find yourself in Ijebu-Ode.

Extravagant display of culture and heritage

The aim of the Ojude-Oba is to celebrate the rich culture and heritage of the people of Ijebu-ode. This is showcased via resplendent traditional attires, deft hairstyles, cuisine (ifokore) and the reenactment of rare cultural dances which can only be watched at a festival of such magnitude.


Homage is paid to the paramount

The 100-year-old festival welcomes over 45,000 visitors amidst heavy, singing, dancing and drumming also pay homage to the paramount ruler of Ijebu-land, HRH Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, Ogbagba 11. Again the age-grades and the Oba’s subjects take turns to pay homage to the Awujale of Ijebu-land by presenting different foodstuffs and other items.

It features horse-riding, gunshots, and dance competitions

Horse-riding among the various horse riding families and male/female dance groups are the two things you shouldn’t miss during the festival. The different horse riding families dress their horses and exhibit their horse-riding skill to the admiration of spectators. Meanwhile, for the dance competition, men and women belonging to different age-groups called regberegbe will display their dancing prowess. The best-dressed regberegbe and horse-riding family will be rewarded with cash prizes. During the celebrations, there are intermittent gunshots

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Many Lagosians have unfounded pessimism, myths, and beliefs about the ember period. It is widely believed that it is a time when unsavoury things happen due to the fact that the year is gradually winding up. Lending credence to this is the cosmopolitan nature of Lagos which is the heartbeat of Nigeria with a population of over 20 million inhabitants. It is a place where you find the good, the bad and the ugly.

Of course, this should not stop you from traveling nor having fun, but your safety should be paramount. So, it doesn’t really matter whatever you believe in, the ember period always witness increased activity buzz in Lagos and Jumia Travel, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal shares 6 smart ways to travel during these months of September, October, November, and December in Lagos.

Take a bus at the park or BRT

It is safer to always board a bus at recognized parks. However, because of the economy situation and the need to cut cost, people prefer to jump into any bus notwithstanding whether it is painted in Lagos’s official transport colour which is yellow. As an alternative, you can take BRT or Uber if you can afford it.

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Keep valuables properly

Nothing ruins your travel around Lagos like losing your wallet, phone, jewelry, and other items to talented pickpocket. Therefore, you should keep these valuables properly to ensure that you don’t lose them. In addition, you may slightly reduce your extravagance and flamboyance this period in order to get the attention of the wrong people.

Don’t be verbose while talking on phone

Some Nigerians discuss everything on their phones with obvious disregard for where they are and who is listening. A single phone call can disclose the status and life of a Nigerian. So, if you cannot wait to make the call, it is advisable to send a text or instant message.


Reduce or suspend night crawling

Love to party in the night from one club to another? Lagos has a vibrant nightlife and you are guaranteed the best. But as the ember months beckons, you may want to reduce your night fanfare or gig or you should be careful where you visit in the night.

Avoid free pickups

The temptation to hop into free pickups offered by private individuals is high. At least, you will be saving transport fare. But, remember your safety is key. So, politely reject free rides from strangers.

As the price of oil continues to nosedive globally and the Nigerian economy is in recession, this has resulted to cutting in government expenditure and the loss of jobs.

But an interesting thing that is happening in this recession is that sectors that have been ignored for years are being given attention by the Nigerian government. One of such industries is the Nigerian tech space.

Technology in Nigeria has continued to grow since the turn of the decade. Today, there are hundreds of tech startups, tech ecosystem and incubation hubs making a significant contribution to the Nigerian economy. This is long before the crash of oil prices.

The biggest recognition offered to the Nigerian tech space so far is the visit of Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Facebook. This even makes it important to note that it is possible for technology to drive Nigeria out of the current economic recession. Jumia Travel, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal shares 4 possible ways technology can drive Nigeria’s economy out of recession.

Partnership with incubation hubs

Incubation hubs are dotted all over Nigeria including Lagos. In fact, Yaba has been tagged as the country’s Silicon Valley because of the presence of many tech startups, incubation hubs and e-commerce businesses. Leading the incubation hub pack is Co-Creation hub (CC Hub). These incubation hubs are already working with startups and a public-private partnership with them will go a long way.

Support tech startups

The government is already doing this as it recently organized a technology Demo day where 30 selected startups showcased their businesses and ideas in Abuja. If more of these events are organized, it will provide much-needed funds for these startups.



Tax breaks for e-commerce businesses

Technology has a huge impact on the e-commerce industry. They employ thousands of Nigerians. While concerted efforts are being made to prevent job losses, e-commerce businesses are groaning due to the recession and lack of infrastructure. But, if these e-commerce businesses are granted tax breaks, there will be a decline in job losses and more people will even be employed.

Take advantage of angel investors

Facebook invested over $24 million in Andela in Nigeria. Andela is a tech hub where future tech engineers are trained. There are many bigger tech companies and angel investors with blank checks looking to invest in these tech startups. Of course, since technology is not based on oil, it will attract more investors. Hence, tech startups can take advantage of them.

Promoting your website is crucial to its success whether you’ve already taken your business online or still searching for a simple solution to create a professional website. If you have no previous experience with site promotion, you are likely to be worried about how to get instant traction especially if you have a sterling content. But you don’t have to get yourself worked up as Jumia Travel, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal rolls out 4 places to promote your website for free.

Make sure search Engines know your Site

Most of traffic from the internet is gotten from search engines. Therefore, for you to effectively promote your website, you have to ensure that your website is searchable and recognizable by search engines by submitting your link directly to them. You can also take advantage of Search Engine Optimization.

Submit your site to Online Directories

Potential clients usually search online directories to find business solutions. So, listing your content to these directories is key for your website to greatly improve your site’s SEO. Do not forget to include location and business category. This will also help.

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Share your contents on Social Media

Social media is another reliable way to promote your website. You share your content across the popular social networks like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram amongst others. Hence, if you have great content, other websites will use and link your website.

Email signature

This is often overlooked. But it is a very active way to gain engagement and traction for your website. Hence, whenever you send out an email, use a signature that features your website. The receiver of the email may want to check out your website through the link provided. This can also promote your website.

Widely known for its spectacular fishing festival, Argungu is a city in Kebbi State in North-west Nigeria. Argungu offers visitors the best of hospitality, cuisine, and fun. The thriving city has an estimated population of 47,064 as at 2007. Largely agrarian, Argungu is a perfect place to getaway or escape the buzz of the city.


Things to do in Argungu

Attend the Argungu fishing festival

There is no other fishing festival as popular as the Argungu International fishing festival in Nigeria. It is a festival that attracts visitors from far and wide and it is one of the most anticipated festivals in Nigeria. The yearly festival is a four-day cultural event that comes to a peak with the fishing festival in Matan Fada River. Fishermen from the nooks and crannies of Kebbi make feisty attempts and efforts to catch the biggest fish. The man who catches the biggest fish is handsomely rewarded. The annual event apart from the fishing festival also features musical, cultural and sports events.


Check out Kanta Museum

The Kanta Museum is situated nigh to the central market. The museum was formerly the Emir’s palace between 1831 and 1942 before it was converted to a museum in 1958. The museum is an impeccable place to learn and fathom the history of the people of Argungu-their culture, values, arts and crafts. The museum was built in 1831 and is popularly called “the charm of Argungu”.

Visit the Palace of the Emir of Argungu

Besides the museum, another place you can experience the heritage of Argungu is the Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Samalia Mohammed Mera. At the palace, you will find artefacts, arts, traditional swords and regalia among other things.


Hotel

Argungu is a tourist hub that attracts visitors from all over the world. Therefore, it follows that such a city will host hotels that are suitable for everyone. Jumia Travel have many of these hotels on their portal which you can book. Among some of these hotels are Madonna Guest Inn, Asmara Lodge, Peace exclusive suite, Kebbi Guest Inn and Nakowa Guest Inn and Suites.

Restaurants

The people of Argungu have a stunning blend of rich and delectable cuisine. Where can you eat these mouthwatering foods? Some fantastic places to eat in Argungu are Tahir restaurant, Happiness Restaurant, Blossom Restaurant and Catering services and Echo Fresh and Restaurant.

Shopping

Gwandu Supermarket, Fantastic Bookshop, Alubarika Supermarket and Mr. Jones Nene Enterprise are amongst the spots you can shop for groceries and other consumables.

Fun Fact

Argungu is the city that hosts the biggest and most popular fishing festival, tagged the Argungu International Fishing festival in Nigeria.

Social media is dynamic. This is why social networks are always coming up with new updates and features. Instagram is not an exception. As one of the biggest online mobile photo-sharing and video-sharing platform in the world with half a billion users, it is expected not to shy away from this. Hence, it is unsurprising that it regularly announces new features. It is, therefore, important for brands that use Instagram and other social media networks for their marketing campaign to be aware of these features. Jumia Travel, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal shares some of these essential Instagram features your brand should know.

Instagram stories

This is one of the biggest updates that is new to Instagram. Instagram stories allow users or brands to tell their stories and events via photos or live videos that only last for 24 hours before disappearing. Brands can use Instagram to market their products or services. Instagram stories are only available through the app. You can also track the number of people that viewed your videos.

Activate notifications for your favourite accounts

Businesses may not be too keen to get notifications from their followers aside from their competitors. Despite this, brands should encourage their followers to enable this Instagram features to get notifications. Users who enable this will get up-to-date trending deals, and other important features about your brand.

Manage multiple accounts

It is now possible for Instagram users to switch between different accounts at the same time. With this feature, you can market multiple products or services without going through the hassles of logging in and logging out between different accounts. You can add as much as 5 different accounts.

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Hide unwanted contents from your profile

Some of your Instagram followers will like to tag you when they are sharing their videos and photos. Although you cannot hide your profile from certain followers, it is possible to hide the photos or videos on your timeline especially if the content is not related to your brand.

Manage filters

There are more than 40 unique Instagram filters that you can use to make your content look better. This rarely applies to brands because they always want their videos and images to be uniform. So, for a business, the social media manager can select a particular filter and apply it to all Instagram brand contents.

In the past in Nigeria, prospective buyers had to visit stores physically to purchase their groceries or wares. Like earlier said, this is in the past and is no longer the case today. Shoppers can simply log into an online website like Jumia and order whatever they want. It will be delivered within a two or three day period. This is arguably one reason why online shopping is trending and attractive since it was pioneered by Jumia. Despite this, there are certain baggage that cycle with online shopping which you must know. Therefore, after you have identified what you want and are ready to click the buy button, Jumia Travel, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal rolls out five things to do before you complete an online transaction or purchase.

Look for online coupons before checking out

If you are looking for a way to cut cost while engaging in an online transaction, the sure way is to search for online coupons. Some retailers have a space to enter promo or discount codes which they may have advertised and you may have missed. Hence, before you conclude your transaction or before you pay for that product or service, check out for any coupons.

Be aware of the return policy

Buyers are unaware of the return policies of some online retailers. For many online platforms, they have a 14-day return policy while for others, it may be different. In addition, you may return the bought item and not get your full payment back. The return policy can be a deciding factor when comparing the same item from two or more other retailers.

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Pay with cards that offer rewards

Some retailers offer discounts and other juicy rewards when you use a particular payment card on their website. Also look out for these offers before you finish your online purchase.

Use InvisibleHand extension for your browser

This is an extension that runs in the background while you are navigating an online retailer. It helps users search for the best price online and allows you to know when it finds the best price for that same item.

Safety of the website

Popular online platforms can easily be cloned so as to defraud unsuspecting buyers. Therefore, these online commerce hubs have unique features that guarantee your safety while shopping. So, do look for these inconspicuous features before you buy whatever you want.

In most offices today, many of the jobs are done with the use of the internet. While working, there is a possibility that you may want to check out some of your favourite social media or news websites. For others, these websites are distracting, hence many organizations prefer to block websites like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube amongst others so that their employees can focus on their jobs. However, for organizations that are yet to do this, Jumia Travel shares some tools to block some of these distracting websites.

FocalFilter

FocalFilter is a Windows based application that can help you focus by provisionally blocking distracting websites. After the block timer runs out, your websites are available for you to view again. The unique thing about FocalFilter is that when you block a website on particular browsers, it will automatically block that same website on other browsers.

LeechBlock

LeechBlock is mostly used for Mozilla Firefox. You can create at least six sets of websites to block. However, ensure you go through provided options to effectively use the extension.

Chrome Nanny

Chrome Nanny is a Google Chrome extension which you can use to block websites. You can set up white-lists, black-lists and the extent to which the black-listed websites are blocked. It is flexible and it can also be disabled or uninstalled.

Website Blocker

If you don’t want to use Chrome Nanny, Website Blocker is a perfect alternative. You schedule the particular time you want to block distracting websites. When the time elapses, you will have access to the websites again.

SelfControl

SelfControl is a mac based app which blocks access to incoming and outgoing mail servers and websites for a period of time. For self control, you can unblock a website until the time elapse. This is not the same with the aforementioned apps.

Technology is changing almost everything around us including our reading habits. In the past when there were no apps, book lovers had to visit bookstores to buy books authored by their favorite writers. This is no longer the case because there are now very useful apps enhancing or influencing individual reading experiences. These Apps can be used and downloaded by everyone at any time of the day on android, blackberry, or Android phones. Jumia Travel, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking sums up 6 useful apps for book lovers.

Goodreads

Goodreads has metamorphosed into a sort of social network for books due to its popularity. It helps users of the app to find new books, get reviews from different readers of the same book and can also help you make book purchasing decisions. Goodreads has over 20 million users and it has the enviable title of being the world’s largest site for book recommendations.

Free Books

Free Books is for those who prefer classic books. That is books that were published decades ago which you don’t ordinarily find in bookshops. Books like 1984, Pride And Prejudice, The Odyssey and more are among the 23,469 books you can download for free on the Free Books App on Apple App store.

Social Reads

Social Reads is the Windows Phone version of the Goodreads. It was specifically developed for Windows Phone users. It has all Goodreads features including books download, organizing your book collections as well as read reviews from other users.

Wattpad

Wattpad gives you unlimited access to more than 75 million stories. Romance, historical fiction, and fan fiction are available for your reading pleasure. In addition, it is an app that allows readers and writers to interact. In fact, you can publish your stories notwithstanding if you are an established writer or not.

Kobo

Kobo is available on all operating systems you can think of- windows phone, iOS, Mac, Blackberry, Android and Windows desktop. Although it’s not free, you still have access to sneak book previews, as well as download your preferred bestseller at an affordable price.

iBooks

iBooks is unique because users can buy, automatically download books and read them with the app. You can download it on the Apple App store.

The evolvement of technology over the decades has made it compulsory to use them. These technologies which come in various forms, sizes and shapes simplify human functions and activities thus making them indispensable. Most people are addicted to some of these gadgets to the point of the gadgets becoming an appendage. Jumia Travel, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal identifies five (5) gadgets you can hardly do without. Whilst some of these devices are fun to use, others are functionally for safety precautions.

Music Player

Whether you carry a personal music player or listen to music straight off your computer, you'd probably miss your digital music if it suddenly disappeared. An added benefit is that music players promote harmony at the workplace. Employees can listen to their preferred tunes without annoying their workmates.


ATM/ATM MACHINE

Long lines at the banks are nobody's idea of a good time. With the Automated Teller Machine, you can perform a wide range of banking transactions such as making cash deposits, cash withdrawal, and account balance check at any time. ATMs give you access to 24-hour cash .

Computer

Office functions have been automated, thus most organizations can hardly work without computers. Same with individuals. This is because computers perform unlimited functions which can’t be done manually.

Smoke detector

The smoke detector has proven over and over again to be a life-saving gadget, and some people would literally not be alive without it. You will find it in many homes and offices. This is another essential device you can hardly do without.


Phone

Before the telephone, humans wrote letters by hand and waited days, weeks and sometimes months for their messages to get delivered. Thanks to the invention of the telephone, and eventually the mobile phone. Now, news can be shared instantly and from just anywhere. Most people can barely live without their phones.

Carved out of Kwara and Benue States in 1991, Kogi is not only one of the most important states in the Middle Belt but also in Nigeria. The reason for this is not farfetched because of the key role it played during the colonial era as well as being the confluence state where River Niger and River Benue merges. This automatically puts the state at a vantage position to attract tourists and visitors from within and outside Nigeria. This is the case as there is so much to explore in Kogi. Of course, you will be overwhelmed by the people’s hospitality, gourmet, culture and rich history.

The state is agrarian with 21 Local Government Areas. The main ethnic groups in the state include Igala, Ebira and Okun with a population of 3.3 million inhabitants. The capital city of Kogi is Lokoja and it is a perfect vacation spot for anyone who relish history and tourism. Jumia Travel, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal unveils the confluence.

Top Three Sites

World War Cenotaph

The cenotaph was constructed in memory of soldiers who died during the Second World War. It is a massive concrete block on top of which is mounted an old artillery. Beside it are light cannons and machine guns mounted on small pavements and the names of soldiers who distinguished themselves during the wars were written on tables mounted on the side of the cenotaph.

Osome Waterfall

The Osome Fall is located in Ukpogo, Osome. It is a waterfall that snakes its way through the vast rock formations of different heights and cascades about 50 metres below. The site is very attractive and every weekend fun seekers and visitors go there to pass time and have fun.

Mount Patti

This is a massive hill towering over Lokoja. The mountain is about 411 metres above sea level. Climbing the mountain is not for the feeble minded because the road leading to the top is zigzag. If you successfully get to the top you will see the Offices of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) and The Confluence Cable Network (TV and Radio).

Eating

As a state that attracts tourists from far and wide, there are an uncounted number of places to satisfy your hunger pangs. Some of these places to eat include Experience Kitchen, Chop More Eateries, Nne Barbecued Fish, Glorious Restaurant and Nikki’s Place Restaurant and Bar.


Sleeping

You can get budget hotels as well as the expensive ones depending on the depth of your pocket. Some of the pleasant hotels in Kogi are Reverton Hotels ltd, Leader’s Lodge, Saatof Hotel and Suite, Khatnas Guest House, Alama Hotel Multipurpose Lodge, Otal Hotel and Rock Garden Hotel and Resort. You can check out Jumia Travel for prices and book any hotel of your choice.

Shopping

Purple Season Shopping Mall, Upward Supermarket, More Grace Supermarket, Yebo Supermarket, Legacy Bookshop and Kogi International are among the places you can shop in the confluence state.

Fun facts

The name Nigeria was coined in Lokoja, the capital of Kogi state by Flora Shaw, the wife of the former British colonial administrator, Sir Lord Frederick Lugard.

It's a tedious task to combine traveling and caring for your baby at the same time especially for adventurous mothers. Most of them prefer to give up their dream to explore for the welfare of their child. This is not helped by the fact that in Africa and Nigeria especially, it is the sole responsibility of the female folk to oversee the proper upbringing of kids. And oftentimes than not, they are blamed if the child turns out to be a societal menace. So, rather than face these societal backlashes, some decide to jettison their career and travel.

But, over the years and due to economic factors, more women are working and traveling even though they have babies. In line with this, Jumia Travel, Africa's No.1 hotel booking portal shares five reasons why you should adventure with your baby instead of giving up travelling entirely. It's noteworthy to add that traveling doesn't prevent you from taking good care of your children.


Traveling with a baby may be stressful but it’s cheap

Adventurous mothers who think that it is expensive to travel with a baby can now rest that perception. It is quite affordable to travel with kids. Besides, you may spend little or no extra cash at any restaurants, resorts or hotels you visit in Lagos or your preferred destination. On your part, ensure that you take adequate care of him.

Your child will be closer to you

While some mothers may allow a nanny to care for their babies, others will not. They favour travelling with him everywhere they go. This is because they want to be present in the upbringing of the baby and also travel.


Babies are easily entertained

You cannot stop a child from crying but the onus is on you to pet him to stop bawling his intestines. Some ways to stop him from crying are either by breastfeeding or by patronizing him with toys.

Kids don’t need so much gear

Kids don’t need shoes or sleeping bags. They can still do without these items. All they need are feeding bottles, change of clothes as well as the love and care of the mother.


Your baby will be your travel companion

Babies or toddlers may be the last travel companion anyone wants to travel with. They will always be restless. But the fact is that a mother cherishes every moment she spends with her child and some of them appreciate having him as a travel companion.

Lagos is Nigeria’s melting pot. It’s the dream destination for most people who reside in nearby cities and rural communities. Everyone believes Lagos is a city where dreams come true, regardless of your means of livelihood. That’s why you find almost everyone in this great cosmopolitan city that is home to over 20 million people, according to recent statistics. In fact, it was estimated that Lagos might become over-populated because of the high influx of migrants from other states, and/or neighbouring countries. This may be the reason why some Nigerians refer to it as a no-man’s land, because it has become a convergence point for all and sundry.

The journey to becoming a confirmed (true) Lagosian is filled with many road bumps. Once you’re strong-willed enough to cross, you will earn yourself the title of a true Lagosian - a title so lofty in glory. Some of these road bumps might include your ability to survive the hustle, the street food, the street life as well as having an up-to-date understanding of the contemporary slangs.

These slangs are essential because it is the way most people communicate in the city, and being able to decode and dialogue in these slangs will make anyone a confirmed Lagosian. So, whether you live on the Island or mainland, you should be conversant with these slangs. Jumia Travel, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal shares five (5) of these contemporary slangs that might earn you the confirmed Lagosian title:

Owambe

Owambe simply means social events held on weekends, such as weddings. Lagosians love to attend ‘owambes’ because it provides a unique opportunity to mingle especially if you’re single; you get to show off your colourful Aso Ebi, and spend quality time with friends and family. Interestingly, Owambe has outgrown its original Yoruba connotation to become a cliche for describing weekend social events among Lagosians.



Okrika

Okrika is an Igbo phrase which is widely used to describe cheap second-hand items sold at open spaces. Okrika may include clothes, shoes, bags, electronic devices and phones. A good number of Lagosians patronise these items because they are mostly affordable.


Shine your eyes

Because of the high number of residents, minus frequent commuters who come into the city for business functions, it is not surprising to find the good, the bad, and the ugly cohabitating. Hence, you have to constantly be on the alert if you don’t want to experience the sneaky hands of the bad eggs, because these hands strike faster than lightning and thunder. So shine your eyes while driving, standing at the bus stop, or when engaging in any transactions.



Johnny Just Come (JJC)

Who is Johnny? Of course, Johnny is somebody’s name. But it means something completely different if you are addressed by that in Lagos. JJC is someone that arrived recently in Lagos and perhaps cannot navigate the city without a guide. If your demeanour gives evidence of a JJC, bus conductors are usually excited about the prospect of taking advantage of you by hiking the transport fare, or perhaps you may be driven beyond your bus stop. There are some people who can still be tagged Johnny even though they’ve lived for years in the city. In any case, do not act like a JJC if you want to be a confirmed Lagosian.


Agbero

Agbero is a Yoruba word for bus conductors who hail passengers. However, the name has abandoned its original meaning and has submitted itself to being used to describe thugs who collect money from commercial motorists for picking passengers at the bus stops, and may resort to assault if the money is being withheld by the drivers. Refusal to pay this levy may lead to heated argument, harassment or unnecessary delays. In fact, passengers always encourage drivers to settle these Agberos to avoid unnecessary confrontations.

With smarter screens taking over the mobile phone scene, phone screens are getting bigger and bigger; however, not all of these smartphones come with tough or scratch-resistant touch screen panels.

As a result, a number of Nigerians with iPhones or Android phones have to deal with broken or damaged screens on a daily basis. Generally, it takes a lot to break and damage these smartphones, but on the other hand, it’s not impossible if you behave recklessly with your device. If you are looking to keep your phone screen alive and safe, Jumia Travel offers tips on how to protect your smartphone screen.

Be gentle with your phone screen
Most smartphones come with touch screens and as such, users are required to tap or type on the screen. To avoid damage, try not to tap your phone with any sharp objects or bang it to make it work if it’s being slow. Also, do not apply too much pressure on the phone screen especially when playing a game as too much pressure can lead to damage or even a crack, depending on the kind of screen used.

Be careful when wiping your display screen
It is important to wipe your phone’s display screen as most times it becomes blurry after frequent use. Rather than use a wet tissue or any kind of rag that would leave more particles on the screen, ensure you use a microfiber cloth. You can even use the one that came with your sunglasses. If you must use a damp wipe, make sure it is slightly damp and do not over-rub. Also, let your phone air dry afterwards that way, water does not accidentally escape into the phone’s inner hardware.

Use a Screen Protector and phone case
To protect your phone screen, it is wise to invest in a screen protector, as well as a sleeve or hard case. They are effective for preventing scratches and cracks on phone screen panels. Screen protectors, especially the glass ones do not usually affect screen sharpness, meaning that you do not see a difference on your screen when having a protective layer. Even better, they are usually affordable.
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Nuptial knots are tied every weekend with pomp and pageantry, but few Nigerians are going on a honeymoon. The reasons for this are due to the current economic conditions, the massive wedding expenditure and the disregard for honeymooning to Nigerian destinations. The fact is that Nigerians believe that honeymoons should be spent in South Africa, Dubai, Seychelles, London and other spectacular tourist hubs in different parts of the world.


Unknown to them, there are pleasant and amazing destinations in the country that can also serve as a perfect honeymoon spot. Jumia Travel, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal shares exciting honeymoon spots you can visit after your wedding. We assure you that you do not need to break the bank to visit these sites. With these, more Nigerians will be encouraged to honeymoon in the country as well as explore these destinations.



Obudu Mountain Resort, Calabar

Calabar as a destination that holds the tag of the most appealing destination in Nigeria. There is little or no competition about this. So, Calabar readily tops the list of honeymoon spots to visit. It is located close to the Cameroon border in the northeastern part of Cross River State in Obanliku local government area. The accommodation is in the form of chalets and bungalows as well as self-contained suites, lounge and kitchenette.

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Kajuru Castle, Kaduna

Kajuru Castle is one of Nigeria’s hidden tourist destinations that is a perfect honeymoon getaway. It was built in 1978 by a German expatriate. Unique to the castle are its aesthetic designs which make it a very attractive honeymoon spot. In addition to this, it is circled by mountains and lush green ambiance. It is located at about 45 kilometers from Kaduna on the Southern Kachia road and some of the things it offers couples include a swimming pool, lodges and dungeons. Unconfirmed sources say that the castle cost between N240,000 and N350,000 and you can only rent the full castle.

Oguta Lake Holiday complex, Imo

This holiday complex is located in Oguta local government area in Imo state. The lake is the second largest natural lake in Nigeria and it has some wonderful fun activities that make it an interesting destination for those who want to escape from the stress of Lagos. You can book hotels on Jumia travel that are a stone throw from the lake.



Badagry, Lagos

Badagry is perhaps another best place to go after your wedding because it is both a coastal and a tourists town. From the first house in Nigeria to the leftovers of slavery and the many beautiful beaches, makes Badagry a place to visit for everyone including newlyweds.

Millennium Park, Abuja

Zuma rock is the poster attraction of Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city. You can add this to your itinerary when honeymooning at the Millennium Park which is the largest park in Abuja.

It is certain that you are using chrome to browse. This is because it is one of the best browsers from the giant tech company called Google. Of course, this is not surprising because Google is one of the most innovative tech companies in the world. The fact is you are addicted to Chrome and think that it is the best browser. Well, sorry to disappoint, there are other browsers that will no doubt break or end your addiction to chrome. Jumia Travel, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal shares some of them.


Vivaldi

Vivaldi was developed by the same team that developed Opera mini. It is a new browser that will give Chrome a run for their money. The visual design of Vivaldi looks similar to Opera down to the speed dial. It is available for Windows, Mac OS, and Linux.



Opera Mini

Opera is a popular browser but few people use it. But it is worth mentioning. According to Opera Software, the browser has a total of 350 million users worldwide as well as 291 million mobile users. It pioneered amazing features that have been imitated by other browsers.



Brave

Brave may not top the lists of most used browsers but it has interesting features that make it unique. The browser automatically blocks ads and trackers and this makes it easier, safer and faster to use when compared with other browsers.


Edge

Internet Explorer was replaced by Edge in Windows. It is fast, effective, and it has a built-in powerful digital assistant. Edge made some tangible improvements to substitute IE. It is owned and developed by Microsoft Inc.

Going on tour can be a reliable way for singles to meet persons who can later become lovers. Touring a place like Badagry or Olumo rock with a group of strangers can offer you a whole new experience. And as a single who desires a relationship, one way to meet people is travelling. However, for some singles, they find it difficult to mingle when they are in a crowd or group. They are either too shy or timid to blend in. To halt this trend, Jumia Travel, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal shares some ideas on how you can mingle on tour. Hence, in the not too far future, you will be in a loving relationship.


Dress well

A good dress sense is the first thing that attracts others to you. You do not need to break the bank to appear elegant. The rule of thumb should be simplicity and class.

Make friends with yourself

The most reliable way to overcome timidity is to be friends with yourself and you will never be alone. Even when you are single and timid, you don’t need anybody to make you happy. Your happiness will radiate and before you know, everyone wants to talk to you even though you know you are nervous when it comes to mingling.

Smile always

The truth is people will always prefer to talk to someone who smiles. It reveals that beyond the façade, you are a happy, pleasant and amazing person. Nobody wants to communicate with someone who is always keeping a straight face.

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Don’t shy away from games

There are so many fun things to do on tour. To help you mingle, you should volunteer to participate in games. This will get you noticed by everyone. Before you know, you are talking to a potential soul mate.

Give the ‘green light’ if interested

Guys don’t have a problem wooing a girl. But some guys look out for the green light. Greenlight is a nonverbal way of informing someone that he/she can approach. If they look or smile at you, you respond the same way. It doesn’t give anything away.

Accept an invite for a date

If both of you are interested, you can exchange phone numbers and also accept the invitation for a date. Hence, it is important for you to keep in touch after the tour.

Nollywood is the sobriquet for Nigeria’s film industry. The industry is currently witnessing a boom as it churns out new and exciting movies. So, there is little or no argument when it is described as the third largest movie industry in the world.

Now, a good number of Nigerians are watching Nollywood movies alongside Hollywood movies. At the same, they are visiting cinemas to watch these sterling movies made by prolific producers like Kunle Afolayan, Lancelot Imasuen, Emem Isong and Tunde Kelani, among others in locations like Lagos, Calabar, and Enugu.


Despite all these accolades, there is still a long way for these movies to go to compete favourably with Hollywood and Bollywood. This is because there are still some petty and trivial things that you see in these movies. This can easily put viewers off. In line with this, Jumia travel, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal identifies some of these annoying things.

Easily predictable

In some cases, the title of the movie will give you a fair idea of the plot. And if you decide to watch the movie, with 100% certainty you can tell what is happening next. Often times than not, Nigerians who watch Nollywood movies do not look forward to the climax and its resolution. Thus, due to this predictability, they easily lose interest.


Irrelevant sequels

You must have questioned why they are wasting so much time at a particular scene. The answer is that the producer wants the film to have a sequel. Definitely, you know that the movie doesn’t need one. But the thinking of the producer is different as the movie can have like 3 sequels with different[ titles.

No storyline or plot

Some Nollywood movies have no plot or storyline. It seems like they hurriedly gathered actors and actresses to just act a script that has no story. This leaves some Nigerian film enthusiasts to question why they wasted time watching the movie.

Some accident or shooting scenes are a write

Accident or shooting scenes in most Nollywood movies are a write-off. For those who are addicted to Hollywood and watch the same scene in a Nollywood film, you will be awed at the way the act is poorly done. This is a major scene that producers need to improve.


[b][/b]Terrible subtitles

Many Nigerians now watch indigenous language movies especially Yoruba movies. But one flaw about these movies is that it is poorly subtitled. So, the movie is restricted to those who can only fathom the language.


[b][/b]Too much witchcraft

Witchcraft has become one way to identify Nollywood movies and this not good for the image of the country. As a result, Many Nollywood enthusiasts frown at this very negative portrayal.

Fondly referred to as Z-town, Zaria is a cosmopolitan, wealthy, historical and religious city. It played a key role in the development of Kaduna state, spread of the Islamic religion as well as trade in Northern Nigeria.

Formerly know as Zazzau, Zaria is circled by walls and fortresses that largely served as refuge during war. The city has a strong traditional institution that still exists today through the emir of Zaria. However, the powers of these institutions were abruptly ended with the invasion commanded by Frederick Lugard in 1901.

Despite the invasion of civilization, there are several tourists attractions that are worth checking out in Zaria. This and much more will be unveiled as Jumia Travel, Africa’s number 1 hotel booking portal drives you through the sights and sounds of Zaria. Don’t forget to fasten your seat belt!


Top three Sites


Zaria city walls and gates


The Zaria city walls and gates were an impregnable fortress that protected the inhabitants of the city from enemies and attackers. Zaria has a total of 8 gates which are largely preserved even though only seven are currently being used. It is worth visiting because the walls and gates are an integral part of the history of Zaria.


Emir’s Palace

The Emir’s Palace is not only a place where the emir resides but also, a location to preserve the cultural symbols of Zaria for future generations. In addition, the beautiful and amazing architectural design of the palace will leave you awestruck. The head and traditional ruler of the palace is Alhaji Shehu Idris.

Barewa College

Being the first among equals is something to be proud of. This is why visiting the oldest high school in the Northern Region is essential. Many wealthy and influential Nigerians have been educated at the school.

[b]Eating[b]

Zaria is a melting pot where you find almost all the tribes and religion in the city. It is a peaceful and quiet place where you have a pleasant and inexpensive meal. So, whatever your cuisine preference, you can walk into the following restaurants-Kamala Foods and Restaurants, Hot Spices, Mama Bushi Restaurants, Food stepz, Wadata Food Palace and Triumph services among others to eat.


[b]Sleeping[b]

You will mainly find budget hotels in Zaria that are also classy. On travel., you can book hotels like Jerry Marriott Guest House, Emerald Suites, Nuba Poly Guest Inn, Top Villa Suites, Walter Miller Guest House and Zarurakh Hotel and suites. The process is seamless!

[b]Shopping[b]

Yusad Shopping Mall, Queens world store, Havana Biz Center, Rhapsody sales outlet and goldmark concept Limited.

[b]Fun fact[b]

The Zaria city walls and gates were constructed between the 13th and 14th century.

Pokémon Go fever is catching almost everyone including Nigerians. Even though the game is yet to be released in Nigeria, tech geeks have found ways to download the game using APK.

Currently, the game has over 40 million downloads worldwide! Let’s leave this for the tech enthusiasts. A bit about this game, according to Wikipedia, it is a free-to-play location-based augmented reality game. The game allows players to capture, battle, and train virtual creatures called Pokémon, that appear on the device screens as though in the real world. To capture these Pokémon, you are forced to visit hotels, resorts, airports, and other interesting landmarks in Lagos.

Besides, there are other reasons why you should download Pokémon Go. Jumia Travel, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal points you to some of them. Enjoy the game but ensure that you are conscious of your safety.

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You will explore your destination better

This game forces the traveller to walk around to catch Pokémons especially at places designated as Pokestops. Some of these Pokestops include restaurants, cultural landmarks, and destinations. With this, you will be more in tune with your immediate environment.

You will make new discoveries

Whether you are addicted to travelling or not, the game will help you make new and exciting discoveries. You must have visited a spot several times but unknown to you there is a resort or waterfall where you can relax and have fun.

Find new restaurants, hotels to check out

Many restaurants and hotels are using Pokémon Go to market their businesses especially if they are Pokestops. Since you must physically visit these locations; you can add the hotel and restaurant to your list of hubs where you sleep and eat.

It is an awesome conversation starter

Perhaps you are a single travelling and at the same time lover of Pokémon, you can easily strike a conversation with others. You can ask what they are tracking, or what they have caught so far. Beyond the tété a tété about Pokémon, you can also talk about your destinations.

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Gives you a learning experience as you explore

Playing Pokémon Go gives you an entirely different experience. With the game, you can have fun and learn something new especially the story behind the story. This is why it is important to check out your new found landmark after catching the Pokémon!

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I work in a company that you walk in but do not know if you will return the next day due to the threat of sack pervading the air. Close friends that you known for weeks have been unceremoniously kicked out.

The prayer that nearly everyone mutters in the office is that[i][/i]This will never get to me by the grace of God. However, lets face reality, what if it happens inadvertently? How do you think one can cope with it? This economic situation we are in is not smiling for many companies in Nigeria. They are cutting cost. So I will appreciate your response. Thanks!!!

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