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Thursday, May 21, 2020
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BBC Hausa’s Annual Women Writing Contest to Commence June 1
BBC News Hausa Service has announced that it would start welcoming entries for this year’s edition of its annual short writing competition as from June 1.
In a statement to TheCable Lifestyle on Thursday, the news outlet said details of guidelines for the competition will be made available on its website when the competition opens.
It said the entries for the contest would close on August 24, adding that the winner and two runners up would each receive a cash prize and plaque at a special awards night in November.
The contest — introduced in 2016 to encourage women to share their stories — welcomes works of fiction from women writing Hausa and entries should be between 1000-1500 words.
The 2019 edition of the competition was won by Safiyya Ahmad, a 23-year-old from Zaria, Kaduna state for her story ‘Maraici’, which chronicled the ordeals of a girl neglected at infancy.
Aliyu Tanko, BBC News Hausa editor, said this year’s edition of the contest would further provide women the opportunity of sharing their stories with the world.
“This is yet another fantastic opportunity to bring out a talented Hausa writer to share her mastery with the rest of the world,” he said.
Similarly, Oluwatoyosi Ogunseye, head of BBC West Africa Languages, expressed delight that the competition has continued to witness increase in the number of women participants annually.
“BBC Hausa is consistently engaging with its female audiences through this competition and we are delighted to see more women participate yearly,” Ogunseye said.
Participants are expected to send their entries here.
SAD! Nollywood Actress, Emilia Dike is Dead
Emilia Dike, a Nollywood actress, is dead after reportedly slumping on Wednesday while in Enugu.
Okechukwu Oku, a movie director, who confirmed her death, took to his Instagram page on the same day to mourn the veteran actress.
Describing her as a woman with a heart of gold, Oku expressed his shock at Dike’s demise, adding that he had worked with her on his last two projects.
“Why is death taking the best people? I’m confused o. I just filmed with Mama here on my two last projects, excited to release it and this horrible news today,” the movie director wrote.
“A woman with a heart of gold, Aah no. I will miss you Mrs. Dike. Nollywood has lost a gem in you. This is messed up.”
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Dike has featured in Nollywood movies such as ‘Ignorant couples’, ‘Dust of yesterday’, ‘Kings Guard’, ‘Where Money Never Sleep’, among others.
Her death further stretches the lists of celebrities who have been lost since the dawn of this year to a range of illnesses including, some of which weren’t disclosed to the public.
Effective Ways to Make Staying at Home Lively For Kids
Experts agree that play has a profound impact on childhood learning and advocate that schools incorporate a healthy playtime for children into educational routines.
The foundation for such a widely shared belief follows that play doubles as a time when children interact with and accord relevance to the world around them.
With many schools on lockdown and children at home as the world continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, parents may be running out of ideas for playtime.
The Google Assistant offers a variety of ways to tap into your ward’s daily routine and monitor their exposure to the internet while they are at home.
By using the Family Link app from Google, parents could stay in the loop as children explore on their devices. Here are a few ways to play with your kids.
Start with questions
There are so many questions your child can ask Google Assistant just to get acquainted. While it is known to answer lots of voice command queries, it also has a humorous side that makes it fun.
You could ask the Google Assistant: “Can you sing?”, “Do you have children?”, “What do you like to eat?”, “What are you wearing?” and “Can you beatbox?” for some family entertainment.
Play Games
With Google Assistant, you can get kids to start playing fun games. Simply ask it to show you game options for kids. For example, you could try out ‘Mad Libs’ where they can start a word game.
Other fun games include ‘Santa Quiz: A Santa Trivia Game’, ‘Multiplication Test’, ‘Peppa Pig quiz’, ‘Disney Z’, ‘Kids Court’. These games allow for learning while they are played.
Listen to a story
You could also let your assistant tell your children stories. They can listen to interactive stories from a variety of story options like Frozen Stories where the kids join Elsa, Anna, Olaf, and Kristoff around the campfire as they tell legends exploring the world of ‘Frozen 2’.
There is also Strangest Day Ever, where children get to travel back in time or meet an a-‘moo’-sing alien and Smart StoryTeller that teaches moral lessons.
Get a riddle
Riddles during playtime can be so much fun for your kids. By asking the Google Assistant to tell you a riddle, you get a riddle and the answer follows.
Riddles come up and you can always request one more to keep the fun going like “What has a lot of keys but can’t open any doors?” and “What’s harder to catch the faster you run?”
Get interesting facts
By asking the Google Assistant to share an interesting fact, you could immediately get one like the fact that camels do not store water in their humps, though many people think so.
There’s also that the national anthem of Greece is the longest in the world or that strawberries are not actually berries but bananas and tomatoes are.
OAU Gets NUC’s Full Accreditation For Law, Dentistry, BMS and Social Sciences, Two Years After Suspension
“With the latest accreditation of 42 undergraduate programmes, all the 107 programmes in the university are now accredited”.
My Doctor Did a Perfect Job on my Lips, I'm Doing my Cheekbones Soon - Bobrisky says
To emphasize his point about his lips, Bobrisky shared a lovely photo that captures his face. The male barbie looked as lovely as he always looks.
Kano Islamic leaders Kick Against Ganduje’s Opening of Mosques Despite Increase in COVID-19 Cases
Check Out Rare Throwback Photo of Davido in His Secondary School Uniform
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Wednesday, May 20, 2020
[Music] AjuWire – Benz & Gelz Ft. Dan Pizzle & Yack Ban
“Benz and Gelz” is a new song from the talented acts you need to have on your playlist.
[Music] Real K – Emiloju Ft. Jamo Pyper
He Teams up with ZANKU Family artiste, JamoPyper and Mastering by “CrazyBeatz”.
‘Emiloju’ is a vibe deliberately created to set you in the party and Thinking mood – Emiloju intentionally addresses the dynamism of a Life.
The melody is strong and tuneful. The singer has an attractive tone and puts real feeling into the lyrics.
The lyrics are endearing, with some utmost desire to want and confession. Instrumentally, the song has a rich accompaniment that perfects the vocal.
[Music] Zlatan – Road To CDK
The Mansa Jabulani-produced record “Road To CDK” will be part of his forthcoming project, ‘CDK’ (Casanblan Dรจ Katamatophia) EP.
In 2019, Zlatan released his debut project, ‘Zanku‘ album which continues to dominate the mainstream.
[Music] Eben – On God
The new song serves as a follow-up to his Phil Thompson assisted track called "Faithful God".
Nigeria Federal Government Fires Managing Director of Transmission Company
President Muhammadu Buhari approved of the sack after the minister of power, Engineer Sale Mamman recommended the reorganization of TCN.
The minister in a statement sent to journalists on Tuesday, May 19 and signed by his spokesman, Aaron Artimas, said the sack of Mohammed takes place with immediate effect.
According to the statement, one Sule Abdulaziz has been appointed to replace the former TCN boss in an acting capacity.
The minister also confirmed the appointment of four directors who have been on acting position in the company for some time.
He reiterated that all the changes and appointment were approved by the president.
Part of the statement read: “As part of continuing measures to reposition and improve the performance of the power sector in the country, the honourable minister of power, Engr. Sale Mamman hereby announces major changes at the Transmission Company of Nigeria.
“Accordingly, the Managing Director of the TCN, Usman Gur Mohammed has been removed from office with immediate effect. He is being replaced with Engr. Sule Ahmed Abdulaziz, as managing director, in acting capacity.
“The honourable minister has also confirmed the appointment of four directors who have been on acting position in the company for some time.”
When he resumed 8 months ago, Engineer Mamman had given hints of sweeping changes in the Nigerian power sector.
Mr Eazi Laments After 10million Streams on His Song Earned Him Less Than $5000
The singer vents out his pain on micro-blogging platform, Twitter, where he said that his song which appears to be a hit and has been streamed about 10million times has only earned him a revenue that’s less than $5000.
He lamented that the revenue generated from the stream was way less than the amount expected. The song which had 10 million streams was only able to generate $5000 which is nearly 2 million in naira.
He wrote: “Looking at this 10million streams on this song on this platform amazing how that translates to less than $5000 in revenue! Magic Stuff!! Thus is the story of the hit song lol”
Looking at this 10million streams on this song on this platform amazing how that translates to less than $5000 in revenue! Magic Stuff!! Thus is the story of the hit song lol
— Don Eazi (@mreazi) May 18, 2020
Infinix Unveils The Masterfully Designed Note 7 In The First Online Smartphone Launch With CelebritiesIn Africa.
The Note 7 was unveiled through a first-of-its-kind, online mobile phone launch that brought in a fine mix of top Nigerian celebrities in the entertainment industry. Together at the launch with Infinix Mobility’s brand ambassador – Davido was popular TV presenter Nancy Isime; Nigerian actress – Ini Edo; musical whiz – Patoranking, the rib cracking comedian – MC Lively, and the popular tech vlogger – Fisayo Fosudo. These magical six brought a lot of humor and fun into what has turned out to be the best hours of an online smartphone launch in Africa. Watch top celebrities unveil the Note 7 on Infinix mobility’s YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/IKGsVH71W8U
The Infinix Note 7 comes with distinctively unique features in comparison with other devices within the same price range. Some of these unique features include; a 6.95”HD Infinity-O display, the biggest Infinity-O display ever from Infinix; the super-fast, MediaTek Helio G70 processor, ideal for elite mobile gamers and business professionals; a 48MP Quad AI Camera that boasts the highest pixel count in its price range; industry leading 18W super charge 3.0, and XOS 6.0 operating system based on the latest Android™ 10 system.
As is customary of the brand, the Note 7 comes with a stunning body frame with delicate strokes at the rear of the device, animated by three beautiful color choices including Forest green, Aether black and Bolivia blue.
Speaking about the launch of the device, Benjamin Jiang, Managing Director of Infinix Mobility said, “We are very proud to launch the NOTE 7 into global markets. The NOTE 7 carries forward the DNA of Infinix by offering the most premium smartphone experience through powerful features, trendy technologies, as well as high-quality hardware and software fusion, all packaged in a stylishly designed smartphone.” In addition, he said, “The NOTE 7 is the device that combines Infinix’s technological innovation strength with our deep insights into our target consumers’ needs to deliver an overall enhanced experience for all types of content consumption and user scenarios. We are confident that both our fans and new users will be amazed when exploring the unlimited possibilities of the new and price-friendly NOTE 7.”
Work and play better with the crystal clear 6.95inches screen and amazing Helio G70 processor
Smartphones have become an indispensable tool in people’s daily work and private life.
Packed with a 6.95” inches HD + Infinity-O display and MediaTek Helio G70 CPU performance, the Infinix NOTE 7 makes for a well-rounded tool that seamlessly bridges daily work and recreation.
For individuals who want to be efficient during working hours, the devices’ 6.95 inches, high-definition Infinity-O display combined with its strong CPU performance can offer fantastic viewing experience and smooth operations for making video calls with business partners, running work-related mobile apps, taking notes or scouring through the internet.
On the other hand, users can enjoy the best of entertainment during leisure on an awe-inspiring cinematic display as well as incredible gaming experiences, and smoother multimedia engagements made possible by the powerful G70 processor.
Capture every blissful moment with the 48MP night shot camera.
The Infinix NOTE 7 boasts of a 48MP Quad Camera that allows users to capture ultra-high-resolution images under different scenes and layout modes. Regardless of the view in focus; a beautiful sunset, a backlight street view, or even highlights from a night out, the NOTE 7 camera is able to capture it all – with crystal clear quality and lifelike beauty. Also sitting at the front of the device is a 16MP selfie camera that guarantees stunning pictures in several modes including portrait.
Shooting videos in low-light has never been this easy. With NOTE 7’s outstanding low-light performance, courtesy of a 1080P low-light video camera that records at 30fps, users will be able to capture every tiny detail and distinct color even in the dark, and without the use of a flash.
Among NOTE 7’s diverse shooting modes, the super stabilized action shot is another major highlight. The shot is achieved by accurately sensing videos without the blur and shake, creating more fun moments. Users are presented with the power to take clear videos and “pause” the action for a brief moment. Even videos taken from a boat out on a rocky sea, or pictures of a skiing fanatic jumping off a snowy slope will be able to fully express the awe-inspiring motion of the moment with beautiful precision.
Power up your smart life with the long lasting 5000mAh battery
To keep the blissful experience going for as long as possible, the NOTE 7 houses a long-lasting 5,000mAh battery, which is complemented with the best-in-class 18W super charge 3.0. With this much battery capacity, users can afford to go heavy on their device for days without charging. And when it’s finally time for a boost, users can achieve full charge in less than 30mins.
Equipped with the latest XOS 6.0 operating system, built on the Android™ 10, the Infinix NOTE 7 introduces a whole new user interface, with snappier performance and exciting new features. Users can customize their phones to suit their own tastes with the latest features, such as Dark Theme and Android 10 Gesture Navigation. The NOTE 7 is also faster and more intuitive with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor for security options.
The Note 7 will be available across all authorized stores in Nigeria from May, 14, 2020. Interested shoppers can also purchase the device on Xpark at https://ng.xpark.com. The LITE version of the NOTE 7 is sold for ?67,500, while the primal version is sold for 78,000 and 89,500 for the 64GB+4GBRAM and 128GB+6GB variant respectively.
For more information on the device, visit Infinix Mobility’s website at www.infinixmobility.ng or you can follow their social media pages @Infinixnigeria on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Phone specification
NOTE 7 | NOTE 7 Lite | |
Network: | 4G/3G/2G | 4G/3G/2G |
OS Version: | Android™ 10 | Android™ 10 |
Processor: | G70 | MT6762 2.0GHz octa-core |
Display: | 6.95-inch HD+ Infinity-O | 6.6-inch HD+ Infinity-O |
Battery: | 5000mAh | 5000mAh |
Selfie camera: | 16MP FF with display flash light | 8MP with flashlight |
Rear camera: | 48MP+2MP+2MP+ Low light Video Camera with
Quad Flash-Light (6GB + 128GB) 48MP+2MP+2MP+AI Lens (4GB + 64GB/4GB + 128GB) |
48MP+2MP+2MP+AI Lens AF with
Quad Flash-Light |
Memory: | 4GB RAM+64GB ROM / 4GB RAM+128GB ROM/
6GB RAM+128GB ROM |
4GB RAM+64GB ROM/ 4GB RAM + 128GB ROM |
Colors: | Forest Green, Aether Black, Bolivia Blue | Forest Green, Violet, Space Grey |
Check out detailed specifications @https://www.gsmarena.com/infinix_note_7-10175.php
About Infinix
Launched in 2013 and targeting the young generations, Infinix Mobile is a premium online-driven smartphone brand. With “THE FUTURE IS NOW” as the brand essence, Infinix aims to allow consumers to stand out in the crowd and to show the world who they really are. Infinix is committed to providing the most cutting-edge technologies with bold and stylish designs, keeping consumers on trend and up-to-date. Infinix’s portfolio spans five product lines – ZERO, NOTE, HOT, S, and SMART; empowering users to own innovative technologies and experience intelligent lifestyles.
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