Tope Olofin: 5 online branding tips you can’t do without (Y! Superblogger)

You are what you say you are, so tell folks about yourself and what you do. The first few weeks when I started blogging again after my 5 year break, I made up my mind that my next attempt at this was not going to be a fluke. I was willing to do anything to... Read More

blogging, Branding, facebook, online, social media, Tope Olofin, Y! Superblogger

April 13, 2013

“Social Banking”: GTBank takes banking to you on Facebook (DETAILS)

by Isi Esene Guaranty Trust Bank has launched a ‘Social Banking’ service using the social networking site, Facebook, as a platform. The service will allow customers to open bank accounts and receive quality customer support on the platform. According to Segun Agbaje, the bank’s Chief Executive Officer, the innovative service will enable the financial institution... Read More

facebook, gtbank, guaranty trust bank, Segun Agbaje

April 12, 2013

How sad: 3 teens arrested after girl commits suicide over being ganged raped and bullied online

Please click here if you are not redirected within a few seconds. Eight days after allegedly being sexually battered while passed out at a party, and then humiliated by online photos of the assault, 15-year-old Audrie Pott posted on Facebook that her life was ruined, “worst day ever,” and hanged herself. For the next... Read More

assault, Audrie Pott, facebook, online photos, sexually battered, suicide

April 10, 2013

Ife Adebayo: Nigeria – 2015 and youth participation (Y! Politico)

by Ife Adebayo Those who are too smart to engage in politics are punished by being governed by those who are dumber – Plato I’ll start today’s article with two quotes, the first by Winston Churchill “Politics is almost as exciting as war, and quite as dangerous. In war you can only be killed once,... Read More

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March 20, 2013

Japheth Omojuwa: New media was not created to solve Nigeria’s problems (Y! FrontPage)

There are indeed many sides to new media. It will not by itself change Nigeria but it will at least reveal us to ourselves. Nigerians have been directly running their country’s affairs for over 52 years now. The cumulative result of these 52 years is that today Nigeria is one of the most insecure place... Read More

facebook, japheth omojuwa, New generation, New Media, nigeria, reuben abati, twitter., Y! Frontpage

March 15, 2013

#ABetterYou: What happens to you when you hurt others

From HealthyBlackWoman They also found that people who are ignored online, such as on Facebook, felt just the same as they would if it were person to person contact. People sometimes find themselves in a situation where they don’t quite fit in, and they are cast aside by others that do. It hurts that person’s... Read More

computer game, Cyberball, facebook, relationship, research

March 9, 2013

#DumbDumber II: Phone thief posts picture of himself (smoking weed) on victim’s Facebook page (PICTURED)

This guy is about to be Facebooked — and he only has himself to blame. Cops are hot on the heels of a smoky-eyed Bronx thief whose dumb plan to steal a woman’s smart phone went up in flames when he apparently posted pictures of himself smoking marijuana on his victim’s Facebook page. Police say... Read More

Bronx, facebook, iphone, thief

March 9, 2013

Why I am closing my Facebook account – Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde

by Isi Esene Nollywwod actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has signified her intentions to close her Facebook account due to fraudulent activities on her fans. Jalade-Ekeinde, popularly known as Omosexy, disclosed that the account will be closed this Tuesday but promised to be in contact with her fans despite the account closure. According to her: “Hi friends,... Read More

facebook, fans, Fraud, nigeria, nollywood, omotola jalade ekeinde

March 7, 2013

Heartless: Police notify mum of her son’s death through Facebook (PICTURED)

Anna Lamb-Creasey had no idea what happened to her son, Ricky Lamb, who had been missing since January 25th. She contacted hospitals and police departments, all to no avail, or at least that’s what she thought. The grieving mother says Clayton County police in Georgia used a feature which she wasn’t aware of to inform her of... Read More

death, facebook, george, notify, police

March 6, 2013

Another excuse to stay hooked: Facebook improves brain activity – New study

Remarkably enough there are some health benefits of using Facebook. Researchers from the University of Arizona showed that older people can actually use the social media site to stay sharp and improve brain activity. Since the site is always updating and changing and there are so many activities and people to stay connected with, Facebook may... Read More

activity, brain, facebook, improve

March 6, 2013

Mother refuses to bail out teen arrested over Facebook school shooting hoax

16 year old North Carolina teen is in jail facing felony charges for posting a threatening message on another student’s Facebook page, and the teen is not getting out of jail any time soon according to her. She’ran Pearson of Page High School in Greensboro, North Carolina is accused of gaining unauthorized access to a student’s social... Read More

bail, facebook, mother, refuses, School, teen

March 2, 2013

How Facebook ‘friends’ kidnapped undergraduate and got arrested

by Isi Esene Oludoyi Bamidele Samuel, an undergraduate of the Kogi State University who was recently abducted by ‘friends’ he met on the social media site, Facebook, has narrated his ordeal in the hands of the kidnappers who lured him from his base in Enugu to Warri, Delta state. Oludoyi was reportedly lured by a... Read More

Anibor Oghenekparabo, Cynthia Osokogu, facebook, Ikechukwu Aduba, Kelvin Orotoma, Onoriode Omamowho, Samuel Bamidele Oludoyi

February 27, 2013

8 ways to avoid social media stress

from Huffington Post Not to mention, Facebook use has even been linked to lead to depression, jealousy and social isolation. Updating and browsing your Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Instagram accounts probably makes up a huge chunk of the time you spend online — and let’s be honest, it can sometimes be a major source of stress and anxiety. Not... Read More

Anti-Bullying, facebook, Facebook Depression, Fomo, instagram, Less Stress, More Living, Online Harassment, Online Safety, social media, Social Media Anxiety, Social Media Drama, Social Media Stress, social networking, Teen News, Teens Facebook, Teens Twitter, Tumblr

February 27, 2013

Why I am leaving Facebook

by Barrakam Facebook offers me nothing that I cannot get in a phone call, a video call, a postal letter, a paper greeting card, an email, a chat or a web page with photos on it. It seems to me it is a lazy person’s way to “keep in touch.” There are a number of... Read More

Barrackam, facebook, friends, job loss, knowledge, relationship, social media

February 17, 2013

Is your data safe? Facebook gets hacked [DETAILS]

On Friday, Facebook said that its internal computer network was breached in “a sophisticated attack” last month, but said no user data was compromised. It appears the attack went down when employees of the social network visited an infected website belonging to a mobile developer. The compromised site downloaded malicious software, or malware, onto employees’... Read More

Account, breach, facebook, Hackers, malware

February 10, 2013

“Anyone WORSHIPPING with Adeboye and Oyedepo are in a CULT” – Seriously, these 10 quotes by Kemi Olunloyo will SHOCK you

by Chi Ibe Amazon alert! You can describe Kemi Olunloyo in many ways: an outspoken journalist, media expert, advocate, politician, deportee… List goes on. Not that she cares. The daughter of former governor of Oyo State, Omololu Olunloyo just keeps on talking even when it threatens her life. She’s come under attack so many times but that... Read More

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February 6, 2013

Open Letter: President Jonathan recaps his achievements to his Facebook friends [DETAILS]

Dear friends on Facebook, The determination of this administration to create wealth in Nigeria and for Nigerians has led us to focus our investment drive towards attracting Foreign Direct Investments in manufacturing and the service sector to ensure that jobs are created. And this drive is not an exercise in futility as Nigeria is becoming... Read More

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January 29, 2013

N2,700 online fraud: There are many fake Babatunde Fasholas on Facebook – Lagos gov’t warns

by Rachel Ogbu A very fraudulent email through Facebook is circulating asking members of the public to pay N2,700 to a Guaranty Trust Bank account as application form fee for employment under the name of “Babatunde Fashola,” Lagos State government warns . According to reports, the email states that the GT Bank account was opened... Read More

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January 28, 2013

Ohimai Amaize: On PDP, so you want to oppress too? (Y! Politico)

by Ohimai Godwin Amaize If the only reason we want change is to see our enemies oppressed and destroyed, then we have lost the plot. The French revolution, which began in 1789, remains one of the most classic examples of how citizens can rise amid the terror of oppression to liberate themselves. Within three... Read More

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January 19, 2013

“Well folks, I’m about to get shot. Peace” – Kidnapper posts Facebook farewell before getting killed

A man suspected of abducting and sexually assaulting a Central Michigan University student posted a final goodbye a few hours later on his Facebook page shortly before an officer fatally shot him, authorities said Friday. “Well folks, I’m about to get shot. Peace,” was 30-year-old Eric Ramsey’s last post to his Facebook wall around 3:15... Read More

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January 14, 2013

Do you want to inbox your business proposal to Mark Zuckerberg? It costs $100 [DETAILS]

If you’re interested in pitching an amazing idea to Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, you may want to make sure your paycheck cashed before doing so because your inbox message to the entrepreneur will cost you a cool $100. That’s right. You are being charged to send Zuckerberg, Facebook COO Sheryl Sandburg, CFO David Ebersman, and... Read More

facebook, inbox, mail, mark zuckerberg

January 7, 2013

Death hoax: I will survive all those who wish me dead – Pete Edochie (WATCH)

by Isi Esene Veteran Nollywood actor, Pete Edochie is telling anyone who cares to listen that he is still alive. This announcement became necessary after rumours were spread all over that he had fallen 50 feet from a tower while shooting a video in Austria. In this video, Edochie opens up about how insulted he... Read More

Austria, facebook, Hyacinth Peter, nollywood, Pete Edochie

January 3, 2013

Beware ‘sexters’, that Facebook App might not be self-destructing after all

Facebook’s latest app, Poke, can’t compete with rival Snapchat, despite proof the messages taken with both apps aren’t so self-destructing after all. Snapchat’s allure is the ability to send photos and videos that exist just a few seconds before they supposedly vanish from the recipient’s phone — making the app popular among sexting teens who... Read More

facebook, iTunes, sexting, Snapchat

December 24, 2012

Facebook releases ‘sext-friendly’ App that makes messages self-destruct

It’s apparent that Facebook is on an aggressive mission to take over the world. Aside from spending its days attempting to shut down massive search engine Google, Facebook is now taking on private messenger Snapchat, which has grown popular among teens who want to send private messages without worrying about whether or not someone they... Read More

App, facebook, Photo, Snapchat, Text

Tope Olofin: 5 online branding tips you can’t do without (Y! Superblogger)

“Social Banking”: GTBank takes banking to you on Facebook (DETAILS)

How sad: 3 teens arrested after girl commits suicide over being ganged raped and bullied online

Ife Adebayo: Nigeria – 2015 and youth participation (Y! Politico)

Greener pastures: MTN’s Aeroplane promor (N64 million) winner, Ebube Essien-Garricks relocates to the UK

Japheth Omojuwa: New media was not created to solve Nigeria’s problems (Y! FrontPage)

#ABetterYou: What happens to you when you hurt others

#DumbDumber II: Phone thief posts picture of himself (smoking weed) on victim’s Facebook page (PICTURED)

Why I am closing my Facebook account – Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde

Heartless: Police notify mum of her son’s death through Facebook (PICTURED)

Another excuse to stay hooked: Facebook improves brain activity – New study

Mother refuses to bail out teen arrested over Facebook school shooting hoax

How Facebook ‘friends’ kidnapped undergraduate and got arrested

8 ways to avoid social media stress

Why I am leaving Facebook

Jealous of your Facebook friends? Why social media makes us bitter

Is your data safe? Facebook gets hacked [DETAILS]

Facebook sued over ‘like’ button

“Anyone WORSHIPPING with Adeboye and Oyedepo are in a CULT” – Seriously, these 10 quotes by Kemi Olunloyo will SHOCK you

Open Letter: President Jonathan recaps his achievements to his Facebook friends [DETAILS]

N2,700 online fraud: There are many fake Babatunde Fasholas on Facebook – Lagos gov’t warns

Ohimai Amaize: On PDP, so you want to oppress too? (Y! Politico)

“Well folks, I’m about to get shot. Peace” – Kidnapper posts Facebook farewell before getting killed

Opinion: In defense of President Goodluck Jonathan

Do you want to inbox your business proposal to Mark Zuckerberg? It costs $100 [DETAILS]

Are you ready? National Orientation Agency set to unveil strategy to protect social media users

Death hoax: I will survive all those who wish me dead – Pete Edochie (WATCH)

Beware ‘sexters’, that Facebook App might not be self-destructing after all

Oluwatobi Soyombo: The rise and rise of digital influencers

Facebook releases ‘sext-friendly’ App that makes messages self-destruct

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