Microsoft Partners with IAUE

Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, IAUE to commence IT Academy programme with Microsoft certification.

Global technology giant Microsoft has indicated interest to partner with IAUE to improve and strengthen the educational programmes of the university.
Microsoft Consumer Channels Group Director Mr. Mark Ihimoyan gave this indication when he paid a courtesy visit to the Vice-Chancellor of Ignatius Ajuru University of Education Professor Joseph Kinanee at his office on Wednesday 23rd March 2016.

Mr Ihimoyan who pointed out that Microsoft has moved from archaic technology to cutting edge system through its incessant innovations remarked that the 21st century modern day students needs to be creative and relevant as a professional. The educational and learning experiences he continued would be transformed with innovations and made interesting to help empower, develop skills and create a sustained economic opportunities for the students.
The Microsoft Director who noted that IAUE was blessed to have a visionary leader like Professor Joseph Kinanee, stressed that they were ready to start the IT Academy programme with Microsoft certification and make IAUE a bench mark for a global standard that can be referenced.
Responding the Vice-Chancellor Professor Joseph Kinanee noted that the university had gotten computers and software from Microsoft before now. He emphasized that the dream of State Government was to ensure that IAUE trained students in B.Sc. Ed and B. Sc Computer Science.
The Vice-Chancellor hinted that although the university was one of education it would diversify and welcomed the proposal for Microsoft personnel to train IAUE Staff in modern technology. He also said that IAUE would gladly partner with Microsoft in its effort to support the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) as well as maintain it adding that maintenance culture was key if much was to be achieved.
Professor Kinanee informed the Director that IAUE was preparing for accreditation by the National Universities Commission (NUC) and needed e-library in each department. He solicited for support to ensure that the programmes of the university attained full accreditation.
Also speaking the university librarian Dr. Boma Obi observed that the university e-library was functional and not a check list. She called for effective training at the barest minimum cost as staff would be interested in their training which she noted must not necessarily be self based. Dr. Obi opined that some staff were immigrants to the ICT world and needed personal training.
Microsoft is the world’s leading producer of computer software and one of the most formidable and influential providers of information technology.
It was founded April 4, 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen in Albuquergue New Mexico. Some of its best selling products include the Microsoft windows operating system, Microsoft office suite of productivity software and many other software services, devices and solutions.

5 tricks to Make Your Car Seem like New Again

Every motorist is somewhat emotionally attached to his vehicle as he spends a lot of time commuting to work or just hauling groceries in it. But as the vehicle gets older, it exterior less flashy and faults a little more persistent, the car-owner battles with the temptation to acquire a new alternative…even when keeping the older is much more cost-efficient.

Agreed, it is normal to grow tired of used cars long before their lifespan runs out, however, the cost for purchasing a new one can cut a big hole in the pocket. So Jovago.com, Africa’s No.1 online hotel booking website shows you fresh tips to keep your cars in top shape for longer,  make it seem new and have you feeling good about it again.

Do a thorough cleaning of the vehicle

This does not entail the quick, normal cleaning that you do on your car every day, it involves hardcore scrubbing of every part of the car you can reach. Wash the carpet and upholstery, dig out all the trash moldering in the boot of the car, remove the spare and get into every nook and cranny of the tire well, and remove the seat cushions and pick out the entire food residue. If possible, take out the front seats and vacuum under there. Also, clean all the grime from the engine bay and get under the car too. As for the exterior, wax the car to a perfect shine.  Deep cleaning may seem tedious; however, it pays off as it not only leaves your car looking as good as new, it gives you the chance to uncover possible hidden problems.

Re-Paint

Nothing screams “new’ car” more than a flashy, clean, well-sprayed exterior.  Take your care to the maintenance center and ask for full-body paint. For some thousand Naira, you should be able to get a good exterior paint job that will dramatically improve how your car looks. You could go for a new colour; however, if you cannot afford that, you could use same old paint color and touch up the car.  A new paint job generally makes a huge difference in the overall appearance of your car.

Electronics upgrade

A major way to get your car looking like new is by buying and fixing in new electronics and  incorporating new technological trends.  Most cars now have the Bluetooth feature as well as  iPod and iPhone dock, so if your car is about 3-5 years old, chances are your sound system and other car gadgets are outdated. The good thing is that these new technologies and accessories are very affordable and can easily be attached to an older model. For instance, you can trade an old radio head unit for one that integrates with an iPod, iPhone or satellite radio, and includes a Bluetooth connection for a cell phone, will shoot your car into the present.

Sort out Brakes, suspenders, tires and rims

Shocks, springs, dampers, struts, brakes, discs and pads may seem like normal service items, but replacing them can make a huge difference in how the car drives as worn out ones, can seriously degrade performance. Also, the wheels, tires and rims at the base of your car helps your car maneuver faster and keeps you safe, and so, having a good lightweight set will improve the handling and brake performance of your car, making it that much safer and fun to drive. Remember to stay within your budget and mechanical abilities, though; you do not have to go to extremes to make your vehicle new.

Deodorize your air conditioning

Part of what gives a car the feeling of being new is the way the car interior smells, of which the air-conditioning plays a huge role. Clean out the vents and cabin air filter system in your car, then drain the tubes, get them unclogged, cleaned and disinfected, and deodorized. This kills off the mold and ensures a pleasant smell is emitted in its place.  You can easily do all these by yourself, however, if you feel that you cannot, find a place that does deodorizing of the a/c system, and pay to have your car sorted. This helps with reviving the new car feel.

Ndem Nkem

Travel/Tech Writer Jovago Nigeria

FASHION UPDATE: Fancy Ties for Men

There are various ways to knot a tie but today, we’d rather show you how to rock it.
Having aesthetics, symmetry, difficulty and knot size in mind, we are focusing on the men with our usual Rock to work. Remember that the length and width of your tie matter, so have that in mind when getting a stylish tie for your work closet.

We look at five stylish ties and how to rock them to work.

Solid color

You can never go wrong with a solid color for your tie, it’s safe and fashionable at the same time. You can switch things up by trying a different fabric like the Penrose London Velvet and Satin tie we paired this look with.
Polka dots 

Polka dots have a very distinct pattern that most probably won’t show up in any other piece you are wearing. Polka dot ties give a more dressy look to your entire outfit. Here’s a polka dot tie from the tie bar this particular one is extremely textured.
Prints 

Take a more interesting approach to prints like this Banana Republic skull prints tie. Subtle yet it’s making all kinds of fashion statements.
Striped

Striped ties are the most common ties everywhere, and they commonly called university tie. Anyone can pull it off, really. Check out this Todd Snyder tie we paired with this outfit.
Floral

You can’t do too much with floral ties, pairing it with mainly solid colors while rocking it is a great way to go. Have a look at this Tiger of Sweden floral tie we selected for this look.

PHOTOS : Noble Igwe’s Traditional Wedding

Noble Igwe, one of Africa’s dappiest style icons and media influencers has been taken off singlesville as he took his fiancee, Chioma Otisi home today to claim her, the traditional way.

Chioma who is a brand manager said “Yes” in December to Noble after he popped the question with a Rebecca Noff sparkler.
Beat FM’s OAP, Toolz also said “Yes” with the same jewelry brand.
Roll call included, MI Abaga, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu amongst others.
Chioma’s makeup was done by Face-beat (Doranne Beauty), Dress by Tubo.

White House and The Capitol Placed On Lockdown Due To Shootings In The Area

Details are still not available but the White House as well as The Capitol have been placed on lockdown following a security threat in the area.
Capitol Police announced to the Senate Press Gallery that shots have been fired in the Capitol Visitor Center and some users on Twitter report that a police man has been shot but not seriously.
Congressional staffers were sent a notice to shelter in place, instructing them to lock doors and move to assigned shelter areas. Those outdoors were told to “seek cover away from the area.”

“We are aware of reports of shots fired and the shelter in place. We are working with the Capitol Hill Police Department to investigate the situation,” D.C. Metropolitan Police spokesperson Alice Kim said.

An email has been circulated to staffers informing them of the lockdown and giving advice on precaution to take during the security threat.

Here's the email that just went out to Hill staffers. Reports of shots fired in the Capitol Visitors Center. pic.twitter.com/VBjJKxJSQp

— Lachlan Markay (@lachlan) March 28, 2016

Gomez: We Were Stupid To Lose To England

Mario Gomez has said Germany were stupid to throw away their two goal lead in the 3-2 loss to England.
Gomez scored his first international goal since the Euro 2012 and had another wrongly ruled offside.
England fought back, with Kane, Vardy and Dier completing the comeback.
Germany now face Italy in Munich and Gomez is wary of his side repeating the same errors against a country who have not lost in their last seven matches against Die Mannschaft.
“I think that we set ourselves up in the right way but in spite of that, it is perhaps natural to take your foot off the gas when you are 2-0 up in a friendly,” the Besiktas striker, on loan from Fiorentina, told the DFB’s official website.
“It’s just how it is. We gave England a lot of room and they are blessed with a lot of individual quality. We were stupid to have lost this game.
“We lost our way and left too much space, which England used well. They scored two goals from set plays. We knew they would be dangerous from those situations and they showed that.”
He added: “We weren’t good in the last 30 minutes and we need to look at that. We have to remain focused over the full 90 minutes, even if we are 2-0 up.
“We can’t let it happen again as teams like England can take full advantage. In a major tournament, that results in you going home. That much is clear to us.
“Italy will obviously be a tough game as they have a good team and traditionally play very well against Germany. I think it’s important to play well and get a good result to begin our preparations for the summer in a positive way.”

151 Task Force Battalion Clears More Terrorist Locations

Troops of 151 Task Force Battalion, 21 Brigade have also cleared remnants of Boko Haram terrorists from three villages in Iza general area, killing 25 Boko Haram terrorists and recovered some weapons. The cleared villages were Mballeri, Shuari 1 and Shuari 2.  

In addition, the troops also rescued 18 persons held captive by the terrorists. They comprised of 2 men, 7 women and 9 children. The rescued persons have been moved to the Brigade’s headquarters for further screening and care.
Unfortunately, one Civilian JTF accompanying the troops felt off a vehicle and sustained some injuries. He has however since been evacuated to the unit’s Regimental Aid Post for medical treatment and he is in stable condition.
Kindly disseminate this information and the attached photographs to the public through your esteemed medium.
Thank you for your usual cooperation.

Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman
Acting Director, Army Public Relations
SaharaReporters has not independently confirmed this report.

Suspected Bomber With Claims To Chibok Receives Treatment In Cameroon

Cameroonian health and security officials on Monday started the treatment of an arrested suicide bomber who claimed to be one of the 219 missing Chibok Girls.

The girl was found to be heavily drugged and bore several injuries on her body.
The girl’s health condition had delayed her movement to the far north regional capital of Cameroon, Maroua, as earlier planned.
Pictures of the arrested suspected bomber obtained by Nigerian officials indicated that the girl was likely a minor, between ages nine to 12 years.
Her accomplice was about 30 years or more, and both spoke only in Kanuri language.
Considering the well-known guidelines regarding the publication of photography of minors, we have decided to forward the pictures of the suspected bomber to the Murtala Mohammed Foundation for verification by interested Chibok community stakeholders.
The Ministry of Women Affairs, the Nigerian High Commission in Cameroon and other agencies of government will continue to work together with other stakeholders to verify all the issues.



Garba Shehu
Senior Special Assistant to the President
(Media and Publicity)
March 28, 2016

Army Offer N1m Reward For Information About Abducted Colonel

The Nigerian Army in Kaduna on Monday offered a N1m reward for useful information that could lead to the rescue of its abducted officer, Col.  Samaila Inusa.

The Nigerian Army through the General Officer Commanding, One-Mechanised Division of the Nigerian Army, Kaduna, Maj-Gen. Adeniyi Oyebade had earlier on Sunday evening offered anyone with such information with N500,000.
The Army said it would provide anyone who volunteered useful information with adequate protection and gave the assurance that the information would be treated confidentially.
On Monday, while briefing journalists, the Spokesman of the One-Division of the Nigerian Army, Kaduna, Col. Abdul Usman, increased the cash award to N1m.
Col. Inusa, who is serving with the Nigerian Army School of Infantry, Jaji, near Kaduna State was abducted at gunpoint around Kamazo, along Kaduna Refinery Junction in Chikun Local Government of Kaduna State on Saturday night by yet-to-be identified gunmen.
The officer was whisked away, towards Abuja, in his Mercedes-Benz car by his abductors, who dropped off his wife.
The incident occurred barely one week after three clerics were abducted along the Kaduna-Abuja Expressway.
The President of the United Church of Christ in Nigeria, Rev. Emmanuel Dziggau, along with his Vice President, Rev. Iliya Anto, and one Rev. Yakubu Zarma were abducted by gunmen along the Kaduna – Abuja Express Way on Monday.
The abductors, numbering six were masked and armed with AK47 rifles; and demanded for a N100 million ransom. The ransom was later reduced to N80 million, according to family source.

Nigerian Lawyer And Politician Tunji Braithwaite Is Dead

Prominent lawyer, activist, and politician Tunji Braithwaite, died at the age of 82 on Monday morning.

The late statesman spoke out against corruption and canvassed for Nigerian confederalism until his death.
Dr. Braithwaite founded the now-defunct Nigerian Advance Party and petitioned for a new confederal constitution to replace the 1999 constitution, arguing that the 1999 constitution encourages corruption by granting immunity to governors and presidents.
“Governors determine security votes which they do not account for. Since 1999, the military constitution clothes them [governors and presidents] with immunity against being arrested for criminal misdeeds,” he said.
Dr. Braithwaite believed that Nigeria should be reconstructed in such a way that gives greater autonomy to each State.
“The existing six geopolitical zones are uniquely different developmental problems for which a single ‘one-size-fits-all’ solution can never work in the reality of Nigeria’s diversity.”
Dr. Braithwaite reportedly died at St. Nicholas Hospital in Lagos after a brief illness.

Instagram Stalking just got Easier with this New Feature

Weeks after announcing that it was making big changes to our timelines, Instagram has begun testing a new search bar that will enable users to view both the followers of other users and those they are following.

This feature, according to Mashable, is being tested among a select few, since not too many people have seen it under their own accounts.

You can now search people’s names in “Followers” and “Following”.

Photo Credit: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images

Jhene Aiko & Big Sean are dropping a Joint EP!

We love when two artists come together to fuse their sound and make amazing music so we are definitely looking forward to this EP from rapper Big Sean and singer Jhene Aiko.

According to reports, the EP is named “Twenty88” and will drop on the 1^st of April, 2016.

Are you excited about this?