In Tribute: Obama's 'Duet' With B.B. King

In Tribute: Obama's 'Duet' With B.B. King

 In 2012, President Obama hosted a show at the White House and sung ‘Sweet Home Chicago’ with blues legend B.B. King. Photo: White House.

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GTBank Launches *737 Mobile Phone Transfers

Lagos, Nigeria: May 2015

Guaranty Trust Bank plc has launched another innovative mobile channel which enables GTBank customers conveniently perform third party transfers to both GTBank and other bank account holders in Nigeria, via their mobile phones, by simply dialing the USSD short code *737 with details of the amount and account number (NUBAN) of the beneficiary.

The *737* transfer service is another novel offering pioneered by GTBank in the Nigerian Financial Industry, that is safe, simple and convenient. To initiate transfers to a GTBank account, simply dial *737*1*Amount*NUBAN Account No# e.g. *737*1*1000*1234567890# from the mobile number registered with the Bank. For transfers to beneficiaries in other Bank’s, customers should simply dial *737*2*Amount*NUBAN Account No# e.g. *737*2*1000*1234567890#. Customers will then require the last four digits of their GTBank Naira MasterCard to authenticate each transaction.

The 737 transfer service has been introduced to build on the success of the Bank’s One Click Top –up service; which offers GTBank customers an efficient and easy way to buy airtime on their mobile phones directly from their GTBank account by simply dialing a short USSD code (*737*AMOUNT#).

Mr. Segun Agbaje, Managing Director/CEO of Guaranty Trust Bank Plc, 

According to Mr. Segun Agbaje, Managing Director/CEO of the Bank, “we will continue to leverage technology to make banking, especially payments and transfers, faster, safer and more convenient for all our customers. He further stated that, “this service addresses the electronic banking requirements of our customers, irrespective of their phone type”.

The *737* Transfer service is only available to GTBank customers via their mobile phone numbers registered with the Bank and has minimum transfer limit of N1,000 and a daily transfer limit of N20,000.

Guaranty Trust Bank plc was established in 1990 and has within the last 25 years come to be recognized as one of the most profitable, innovative, service focused and well managed banks in the Nigerian financial market space. The Bank has a record of “Industry First” innovations such as “GTBank Mobile App”, a mobile application that merges internet banking and mobile money service offerings to allow customers enjoy more flexible banking such as Check account balance, Transfer Funds to family and friends, Stop and confirm cheques, Bill payments, FX transfers, Flight Bookings, Airtime Recharge, Online Shopping, Purchase cinema tickets e.t.c. Other Industry Firsts include; Internet Banking, GTConnect; our 24/7 interactive contact centre, Social Banking on Facebook, FastTrack, SME MarketHub, an online e-commerce platform and the first Naira MasterCard.

For further enquires, complaints and suggestions, customers can contact GTConnect on 01-4480000, 0700-482666328, 08029002900 and 08039003900 for prompt resolution. Alternatively, they can also send an email to enquiries@gtbank.com, follow the Bank on Facebook at www.facebook.com/gtbank, Twitter at twitter@gtbank, add our BBM channel pin C004389F2 or simply walk into any of its branches nationwide.

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"Happiness Is A Goal Of Life" - Cheryl Boone Isaacs

 "Happiness Is A Goal Of Life" 
President Of Motion Picture Academy Urges Artists To Pursue Their Dreams And Protect Artistic Freedom  
Cheryl Boone Isaacs gives commencement address at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts  

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., May 14, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Artists are responsible for protecting freedom of expression, Cheryl Boone Isaacs, president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), told graduates of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA) during her commencement address on May 9 at the Stevens Center in downtown Winston-Salem.
"As the world becomes smaller and more globally connected, you as artists have a responsibility to protect freedom of expression and ensure that no one's voice is silenced by threats, violence or prejudice, and that different opinions can be shared without fear of personal or professional attack," she said.
Boone Isaacs is serving her second term as president of the 7,000-member Academy, presenter of the Oscars.

"Every year at the Oscars we honor the courage of filmmakers who cross borders and test boundaries, who give voice to challenging ideas and alternative points of view, and who encourage us to see the world and those around us in new ways," she said. "As you embark on the next phase of your careers in the arts, I hope you will carry that torch, tell the truth about the world as you perceive it and change the narrative."

Boone Isaacs told 235 recipients of bachelor of fine arts, bachelor of music, master of fine arts and master of music degrees they should remain faithful to their aspirations: "I want you all to follow your passion. There may be detours … but just keep moving forward. Stay focused on your goals and dreams. Happiness is a goal of life."

She noted that "there will be times when your passion has to take a back seat to the need to earn money. A career in the arts does not guarantee financial stability, but if you're smart about finding ways to monetize the work you love, the rewards will be immense."

As head of CBI Enterprises, Inc., Boone Isaacs has consulted on marketing efforts on such films as THE CALL, THE ARTIST, THE KING'S SPEECH, PRECIOUS: BASED on the NOVEL "PUSH" BY SAPPHIRE, SPIDER-MAN 2 and TUPAC: RESURRECTION. Previously, she oversaw marketing for New Line Cinema's box office hits including AUSTIN POWERS: THE SPY WHO SHAGGED ME and RUSH HOUR; and for Paramount Pictures she orchestrated publicity campaigns for the Best Picture winners FORREST GUMP and BRAVEHEART.

"As a marketing and public relations executive both at major studios and independent companies, I have had to learn to maneuver both sides of the show business equation – the show side and the business side," she said. "As creative artists nowadays, it's incumbent on you to understand the business of the arts."
Boone Isaacs told the graduates their conservatory education will serve them well. "It's hard to see it now, but your time here will fundamentally shape the way you look at the world, solve problems and challenges, and build a sustainable future," she said.

Technological advancements offer countless opportunities to this generation of graduates, she said, but technology has not altered "the human love of storytelling – whether it is music, painting, literature, dance or film."

She also asked the graduates to "give back to the community through the nonprofit sector. There are so many youngsters who never get the chance to experience the arts. I urge you to support arts education for the underserved."
In closing, Boone Isaacs advised graduates to "bring the light of humanity and inspiration that you found here at UNC School of the Arts to the world around you."

Presiding over his first UNCSA commencement, Chancellor Lindsay Bierman spoke of mixed emotions. "I've loved seeing your work in our shops and studios, and on our stages and screens. But I'm personally very, very sad to see you go," he said. "Wherever you go from here, I want you to know this: I will always admire your creativity, respect your individuality, and applaud your extraordinary talents. The past two semesters together have made me one of your biggest lifelong fans."

Wearing custom-designed academic regalia created by UNCSA costume design faculty and students, Bierman asked graduates to recall the moment they informed their parents of their career choice.  "Parents, let's be honest. Some of you took the news pretty hard at first," he said. "You might have hoped for finance, or engineering.

"But you knew, in your heart, that your child has a rare ability and passion that must be cultivated and nurtured and protected. That success is defined by doing what you love, and loving what you do. That your child's unique gift, discipline, and focus would be highly valued and developed at a conservatory. That being true to oneself, and following one's calling, can lead to the richest and most rewarding life of all."

Honorary doctorates were presented during the ceremony to Boone Isaacs and to Dean Emeritus John Sneden, who led the School of Design and Production from 1970 to 2003 and established the first graduate program at the School of the Arts.

Celebrating its 50^th anniversary, the University of North Carolina School of the Arts is America's first state-supported arts school, a unique stand-alone public university of arts conservatories. With a high school component, UNCSA is a degree-granting institution that trains young people of talent in music, dance, drama, filmmaking, and design and production. Established by the N.C. General Assembly in 1963, the School of the Arts opened in Winston-Salem ("The City of Arts and Innovation") in 1965 and became part of the University of North Carolina system when it was formed in 1972. For more information, visit www.uncsa.edu.

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New Ariel Automatic Will Keep Your Clothes Beautiful for Longer Period

ARIEL AUTOMATIC PRODUCT FACT SHEET

NEW ARIEL AUTOMATIC WILL KEEP YOUR CLOTHES BEAUTIFUL FOR LONGER

The highest standard of cleaning in ONE wash – now for Automatic

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Ariel understands that sometimes we fall out of love with our favourite item of clothing, and most of the time we don’t know why, but this is what Ariel Fibre Scientists study. We know that our senses work together to influence our perception of the beauty of our clothes (their look, feel and scent) making an unconscious decision to accept or reject them. Wash after wash, clothes can lose the look, feel and smell that we used to adore, so we start to relegate them to the back of our wardrobe. Therefore it is crucial that fabric care not only cleans our clothes (that goes without saying), BUT it should also protect and enhance them so that our favourite garments can stay favourites by prolonging their look, feel and freshness

Ariel Automatic works deep down at a fibre level to clean, protect, and enhance the sensorial qualities of your clothes (their look, feel and scent) and remove tough stains in ONE WASH. It redefines what it means to care for fashion with unique Fibre Science technologies that allow you to achieve the highest standard of clean to keep your fashions beautiful for longer.

What Is Special About Ariel Automatic?

Ariel has 45 years of experience in the research and development of washing machine detergents and the new product is recommended by LG, the number one washing machine manufacturer in Nigeria.
NEW Ariel Automatic has been specifically designed for washing machines and is recommended by LG, the number one washing machine manufacturer in Nigeria. Ariel Automatic has been specifically formulated for automatic washing machines, with 2X more stain-fighting ingredients than traditional hand wash detergent.

Ariel’s advanced formula provides outstanding stain removal because it is specially formulated to tackle greasy stains and the other common soils.

What makes it so special is that this formula includes a cleaning booster which is exclusive to P&G. This cleaning booster helps to protect fibres from stain re-deposition which means it prevents stains and soils in the washing water going back on the fabric during the wash. If this happens it can create what we call a ‘grey veil’ on your fabrics – turning whites dingy and dulling your colours.

Ariel’s advanced formula not only provides a deep clean in one wash it actually helps to protect against future stains because it includes special stain prevention molecules that coat the fibres and gives them a greater ability to resist new soils, protecting and enhancing the sensorial qualities (look, feel and scent) of the clothes you love.

Ariel: Innovating for 45+ years
Over the past 45 years, Ariel has continually innovated to always provide laundry solutions that simplify the laundry process and everyday consumer life. Just as consumer needs are evolving, so is Ariel. Did you know Ariel introduced its first powder detergent in 1967 in Western Germany?

Ariel Automatic Availability

Ariel Automatic is available at leading retailers in Nigeria in 1kg & 2kg packs

Share your Perfect Match and WIN!

#ArielAutomatic is the perfect match for your washing machine for brilliant cleaning results.

Ariel invites you to share your style in its #ArielPerfectMatch selfie competition on Facebook: www.facebook.com/arielnigeria. Simply share a photo of yourself showing off your Perfect Match and upload on the link provided. You will be in line to win great prizes such as LG washing machines, Jumia vouchers, Vlisco fabrics and an exclusive Tiffany Amber outfit.


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P&G’s Ariel Automatic Arrives in Nigeria

P&G’s Ariel Automatic Arrives in Nigeria
Ariel Automatic partners with the country’s leading fashion designer and international fashion fabric producer for a “Perfect Match” launch

Lagos, Nigeria. 10 May 2015. P&G’s flagship laundry brand, Ariel – a world-class brand with an innovative pedigree – has announced the launch of Ariel Automatic powder to help Nigerians experience brilliant stain removal in 1 Wash with their automatic washing machines.

Ariel has decades of experience in the research and development of washing machine detergents and the new product is recommended by LG, the number one washing machine manufacturer in Nigeria. Ariel Automatic has been specifically formulated for automatic washing machines, with 2X more stain-fighting ingredients than traditional hand wash detergent.

Jeanne Du Plessis, P&G Communications Manager, Sub-Saharan Africa.

Exclusive Designs by Tiffany Amber inspired by Ariel Automatic and Vibrant Fabrics by Vlisco
Partnering with leading fashion designer, Folake Folarin-Coker, the launch of NEW Ariel Automatic unveiled an exclusive, cutting-edge washable line under her Tiffany Amber label, inspired by Ariel and the Perfect Match concept.

“I am proud to be associated with a global, leading brand that is also conscious of trends in African fashion. My designs have always reflected an eclectic mix of European and African influences, and with this line, these are combined in an expression of ‘the perfect match.’ Thanks to Ariel, I can also be confident that these garments will stay beautiful for longer, even as they are washed and cared for at home,” said Folarin-Coker.
Ariel has also partnered with the Vlisco Group’s Woodin brand to understand trends in African fabrics and thereby deliver cleaning that also protects and enhances the continent’s unique style.

Ariel Automatic has been endorsed by  Mrs. Funmi Ajila Ladipo, National President of Fashion Designers Association of Nigeria (FADAN) and Mrs. Adesuwa Onyenokwe, Publisher of the popular TW magazine.

“The Woodin brand is inspired by African culture and it is constantly evolving to define a new African fashion identity. We are excited to partner with Ariel to deliver our fans a cleaning solution that can keep their treasured Vlisco fabrics beautiful,” said Adaeze Alilonu, Marketing Manager, Vlisco Fabrics.

Inspired by Nigerian Consumers and African Style

Speaking at the event, P&G Nigeria Commercial and Brand Director, Ehinomen Enekabor, said that: “Ariel believes that innovation starts with the consumer. We gain insights into people’s everyday lives, so that we can combine ‘what’s needed’ with ‘what’s possible’, through the latest technology and innovation. With more and more Nigerians investing in automatic washing machines, it is important that Ariel is able to offer them a world-class product, specifically designed for this purpose.”

She added that, “Ariel’s partnership with Ms Coker and with Vlisco Fabrics enables us to stay abreast of current industry trends in textile and fabric innovation, where imagination and technology combine to produce exciting new fashions. This further strengthens our ability to deliver Nigerians a product that will be the ‘perfect match’ for their style.”

3 Step Fibre Science – Clean, Protect, Enhance

Ariel Research and Development Manager, Patience N’Kamba Makenga wowed the audience with live demonstrations of NEW Ariel Automatic’s performance, not only its superior cleaning and stain-removal, but also how it helps to protect and enhance fabrics.
“Ariel’s 3-Step Fibre Science works deep down at a fibre level to clean, protect and enhance the sensorial qualities of clothes (the look, feel and scent). Ariel Automatic allows you to achieve the highest standard of clean in 1 Wash, while protecting your clothes and providing freshness throughout the day,” she said.
Explaining the importance of using the correct detergent she added that: “Regular hand wash detergent is less effective in machines because it produces too much foam, which may delay the washing cycle, reduce cleaning effectiveness and prevent proper rinsing. NEW Ariel Automatic is the perfect match for your washing machine to deliver brilliant cleaning results.”
Ariel removes tough stains in ONE wash 
NEW Advanced Ariel Automatic works deep down at a fibre level to clean, protect, and enhance the sensorial qualities of your clothes (their look, feel and scent) and offers outstanding stain removal in ONE WASH. It redefines what it means to care for fashion with unique FibreSCIENCE technologies that allow you to achieve the highest standard of clean to keep your fashions beautiful for longer.
About Procter & Gamble 
P&G serves nearly five billion people around the world with its brands. The Company has one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ambi Pur®, Ariel®, Bounty®, Charmin®, Crest®, Dawn®, Downy®, Duracell®, Fairy®, Febreze®, Gain®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Lenor®, Olay®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, SK-II®, Tide®, Vicks®, Wella® and Whisper®. The P&G community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide. Please visit http://www.pg.com for the latest news and in-depth information about P&G and its brands

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Tiffany Amber's The Perfect Match Fashion Show To Launch Ariel Automatic On Sunday

 Top celebrity fashion designer Folake Folarin-Coker's Tiffany Amber will be having The Perfect Match fashion show to launch Ariel Automatic Washing Machine Detergent Powder on Sunday May 10, 2015, at the prestigious Grand African Ballroom of the Intercontinental Hotel, Kofo Abayomi Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.

#ArielPerfectMatch SELFIE CONTEST is an online digital competition being run by Procter & Gamble to launch the new Ariel Automatic washing machine powder. The digital competition is running till May 30, 2015, under the theme - The Perfect Match

Upload your selfie on http://m.arielselfie.ng/arielmobile/home/
People can share their picture here: http://m.arielselfie.ng/arielmobile/gallery

ABOUT THE ARIEL PERFECT MATCH SELFIE COMPETITION
ARIEL Perfect Match Selfie Contest, Win an LG Washing Machine and other Prizes
Do you think the flower pattern is the hottest trend of this season?
Show us the latest trends with your looks!

HOW TO WIN
Just buy 3packs of Ariel 1kg and you stand a chance of winning the Grand Prize of LG washing machine, Jumia vouchers and Ariel hamper.
Take a selfie with your favourite clothes set and win prizes in our contest! #ArielPerfectMatch
Upload here: http://arielselfie.ng/ariel/home/

GRAND PRIZE

• LG washing machine
• Jumia voucher
• Ariel hamper
• Outfit by Tiffany Amber
• Vlisco fabric

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African Blind & Restoration Foundation Supports Nigerwives Braille Book Production Centre in Computer Literacy for Visually Impaired Students

Dr. Phil Osagie presenting the cheque of the donation to Mrs. Megan Olusanya, Administrator of Nigerwives Braille Book Production Centre, Mrs. Yasmeen Abudu, the Deputy Administrator.

African Blind & Restoration Foundation on Wednesday May 6, 2015, donated more money to the Nigerwives Braille Book Production Centre at the Kings College Annex, Victoria Island, Lagos. The generous donation was made at the presentation of certificates of achievement to blind students who benefited from the computer literacy training sponsored by the foundation with the support of JSP Communications Limited.

Mrs. Yasmeen Abudu, Dr. Phil Osagie, Mrs. Izarene Zellotis Aret-Adams and Mrs. Megan Olusanya. 

Dr. Phil Osagie, Mrs, Yasmeen Abudu and Mrs. Megan Olusanya.

At the event Dr. Phil Osagie, Founder and member of the board of trustees of the foundation reiterated the commitment of the foundation to prevention of blindness; educating the blind and encouraging them that there is hope in life, being visually impaired not withstanding.
The computer literacy training includes providing the blind with special software known as JAWS, which enables the blind to have access to speech on the computer and the computer talks to the user, who uses the keyboard to respond, without a mouse.

Mr. Michael Fadeyi, Dr. Phil Osagie presenting a certificate to Temiday Jatula, Mrs. Yasmeen Abudu and Mrs. Megan Olusanya. 

Mrs. Megan Olusanya, Administrator of Nigerwives Braille Book Production Centre, Mrs. Yasmeen Abudu, the Deputy Administrator and Mr. Tunde Mohammed, Head of the Computer Centre thanked Dr. Osagie who was accompanied by Michael Fadeyi, a member of the board of trustees, executive committee member of the Nigeria Association of the Blind (NAB) and producer at Voice of Nigeria (VON) who has been active in the modern education and support of visually impaired persons in Nigeria; Mr. Steve Ajayi of JSP Communications Limited and Ekenyerengozi Michael Chima, Publisher/Editor of Nigerians Report Online and Founder of Girls United Together for Success (GUTS) project in Nigeria.
Others present at the event included Adeola Aina, Mrs. Emem Billy, Ms. Eno Dan, Israel Obisanya, Mrs. Mercy Williams and some of the recipients of the certificates, Mr. Justin Anywu, Miss Maryanne Ossai and Miss Temidayo Jatula.

 Dr. Phil Osagie congratulating the recipients. 

Michael Fadeyi, Dr. Phil Osagie and Mr. Justin Anyawu.

Mrs. Yasmeen Abudu, Mrs. Megan Olusanya, Mr. Justin Anyawu and Miss Temidayo Jatula.

Dr. Osagie, the philanthropist is a respected international Public Relations professional and global strategist, an advisor to notable CEOs, Fortune 500 companies, frequent business speaker and specialist on emerging markets. And he is also part time university lecturer

“If you want One year of prosperity, grow grain. If you want 10 years of prosperity, grow trees. If you want 100 years of prosperity, grow people.”
~ Ancient Chinese Proverb

About Nigerwives Braille Book Production Centre
Nigerwives Braille Book Production Centre. The Centre is a national charity project of Nigerwives-Nigeria (RC5527), an association of foreign wives of Nigerians resident in Nigeria. The aims of the association include:
• to work for the smooth integration of foreign wives into Nigerian Society and family life;
• to keep abreast of regulations and proposals relating to the status of foreign wives of Nigerian citizens resident in Nigeria;
• to establish or assist in social projects of benefit to the Nigerian community.
Mission of the Centre
To provide educational services for the blind to enable them to achieve their optimum educationally and attain an independent livelihood as adults, contributing positively to the communities in which they live and work.

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Majority of Nigerians Abroad Reside in US and UK - NOIPolls Survey

Abroad Reside In. Key Reason For Migration Is For Economic Opportunities.

Abuja, Nigeria. May 5th, 2015 – Latest snap poll results released by NOIPolls Limited have revealed that the United States of America (67 percent) and the United Kingdom (43 percent) top the list of countries  most Nigerians abroad live in when compared to other countries in the world; thus making North America and Europe the two major continents most Nigerians abroad dwell in. In addition, the larger proportion of Nigerians (61 percent) surveyed affirmed they have a relative/friend living abroad and this is mostly true for Nigerians in the South-West (69 percent), South-South (68 percent) and South-East zones (63 percent). While this finding cannot be used to provide absolute figures on immigration, it suggests a high level of migration of Nigerians to foreign countries.

More findings revealed that most respondents believe Nigerians living abroad are better off in foreign countries with regards to economic opportunities (66 percent), financial stability (66 percent) and living conditions (63 percent); and worse off in terms of social interactions. However, there were variations in these perceptions by continents; for instance, while all respondents (100 percent) who have relatives/friends living in Australia and South America perceive the living conditions of Nigerians to be better off in foreign countries, slightly more than half of the respondents who have relatives/friends in Africa share this same perception. Also, while 84 percent of the respondents (accounting for the largest proportion) who have relatives/friends in Asia believe Nigerians abroad are better in terms of financial stability, 62 percent (representing the least proportion) of respondents who have relatives in North America share this same perception.

Furthermore, most Nigerians (74 percent) are aware of the recent attacks on foreigners in South Africa and to this effect, majority (35 percent) suggest the Federal Government should ‘advise citizens to come back home’.  Another proportion recommend a ‘diplomatic dialogue’ (25 percent) between both countries in order to secure Nigerians living in South Africa. Moreover 17 percent believe a long term strategy among other suggestion, such as ‘employment creation’ in Nigeria would reduce the migration of Nigerians to South Africa. These are the key findings from the Migration poll conducted in the week of April 27th 2015.

Brief Background

Migration is the movement of people to a new area or country in order to find work or better living conditions. Suggestion: Migrants undertake such travels with the hope of securing better quality of life. Migrants risk everything in anticipation of a greener pasture. According to UNHCR, the United Nations Refugee Agency, “so far in 2014, over 200,000 refugees and migrants have arrived by sea into the Mediterranean, compared to 60,000 recorded migrants in 2013. The southern shores of the Mediterranean have an estimation of over 600,000 illegal immigrants waiting to embark on the voyage while several thousands have drowned in the past few years”. [1]

Several reasons have been attributed to why people chose to migrate; poverty, lack of liveable wage, warfare, insecurity, economic calamities, political unrest, social battle and lack of basic amenities, these reasons have prompted people to leave their country to a perceived ‘safe haven’. Based on some testimonies, migration is worth the risk to some set of people, while others who recount their ordeal wished they never embarked on the uncertain journey.[2]

Against this background, NOIPolls conducted it recent poll on migration to gauge the perceptions of Nigerians on migration and on vital socio-economic attributes relating to migration. The poll also sought to gauge the awareness of Nigerians on the recent happenings in South Africa.

Survey Findings

Respondents to the poll were asked six specific questions. To gauge the proportions of Nigerians  who have relatives living abroad, respondents were asked: Do you have any relative/friend living abroad? The larger proportion of Nigerians (61 percent) surveyed affirmed they have relative(s)/friend(s) living abroad and majority of respondents in this category are residents of the South-West (69 percent), South-South (68 percent) and South-East zones (63 percent). In addition, 39 percent claimed they do not have any relative/friend living abroad.

Respondents who indicated they have a relative/friend living abroad (61 percent of the total) were further asked: In which continent is your relative/friend living? Findings revealed that North America (39 percent) and Europe (39 percent) topped the list of continents in which the larger proportion of Nigerians indicated they have relatives/friends living in. This is followed by Africa (29 percent) and Asia (14 percent) among other continents.

Further analysis by geo-political zones revealed that the South-South (57 percent) and the North-Central zones accounted for the largest proportion of respondents who have relatives/friends living in the North-American continent, while the North-West (45 percent) and the South-East (34 percent) accounted for the largest proportion of Nigerians whose relative(s)/friend(s) currently reside in a country in Europe. In addition, the majority of respondents in the North-West zone (42%) reported their relative(s)/friend(s) currently live in Africa.

Respondents were also asked: In which country is your relative/friend living? Overall, the larger proportion of respondents reported they have relatives/friends living the United States of America (67 percent). This is followed by 43 percent of the respondents who indicated they have relatives/friends living in the United Kingdom. Other countries indicated by respondents include; South Africa (31 percent), Gambia (31 percent), Canada (16 percent), Malaysia (12 percent) and Germany (12 percent) among other countries.
To gauge perceptions of respondents on the socio-economic welfare of Nigerians living aboard, respondents were asked: In your opinion, compared to Nigeria, do you think Nigerians are better off or worse off in foreign countries in terms of the following attributes (Living Conditions, Economic Opportunities, Financial Stability and Social Interaction)? Overall, most respondents were of the opinion that Nigerians living abroad are better off in foreign countries in terms of economic opportunities (66 percent), financial stability (66 percent) and living conditions (63 percent). On the contrary, respondents perceive Nigerians living abroad to be worse off in terms of their social interactions with their host communities.

Further analysis by continents revealed that majority of the respondents perceive the living conditions of Nigerians living abroad to be better off than in Nigeria, though variations of such perception differ per continent. While all respondents (100 percent) who have relatives/friends living in Australia and South America perceive the living conditions of Nigerians to be better off, slightly more than half of the respondents (58 percent) who have relatives/friends in Africa share this same perception.

The same level of perception may be applied as regards economic opportunities for Nigerians residing in South Africa and Australia, with respondents stating that such Nigerians are better off abroad, while 65 percent of respondents who have relatives/friends in North America accounted for the least proportion of respondents who share this perception.

In terms of social interaction, the majority believe Nigerians are worse of in foreign countries than in Nigeria and this perception is mostly held by respondents who have friends/relatives living in South-America (82 percent). In addition, the majority of respondents who have relative(s)/friend(s ) living in Australia believe Nigerians living abroad  have the same level of social interaction as in Nigeria.

Furthermore, respondents were asked: Are you aware of the recent attacks on foreigners in South Africa? The findings revealed that most Nigerians (74 percent) acknowledged awareness of the recent attacks on foreigners in South Africa whereas, 26 percent are not informed of the recent happenings in South Africa.

 

Finally, respondents who showed awareness of the recent attacks in South-Africa (74 percent of the total) were further asked: In your own words, what do you think the Nigerian government should do to secure its citizens in South Africa? Responses revealed that 35 percent of Nigerians suggest that the Federal Government should ‘advise citizens to come back home’. Also, 25 percent recommend a ‘diplomatic dialogue’ that would secure Nigerians living in South Africa, while (17 percent) suggested ‘employment creation’ in Nigeria would reduce the migration of Nigerians to South Africa amongst other suggestions.

Analysis by gender revealed that more female (37 percent) than male (31 percent) respondents suggested the Federal Government should advise citizens to come to Nigeria, whereas more male (29 percent) than female (21 percent) respondents recommended a diplomatic dialogue between the two nations that would aid in securing Nigeria citizens residing in South Africa.

 

In conclusion, the poll revealed that slightly more than 6 in 10 Nigerians confirmed that they have relatives living abroad with the majority living in the US (67 percent) and the UK (43 percent) which represents North America and Europe. In addition, most respondents were of the opinion that Nigerians living abroad are better off in the countries in which they reside in terms of economic opportunities (66 percent), financial stability (66 percent) and living conditions (63 percent), however respondents also believe that Nigerian migrants living in these foreign countries are worse off with regards to social interaction. Finally, most Nigerians (74 percent) acknowledged awareness of the recent attacks on foreigners in South Africa, with a majority of the respondents (35 percent) suggesting that the Federal Government should ‘advise citizens to come back home’, while, other respondents recommended a ‘diplomatic dialogue’ (25 percent) would secure Nigerians living in South Africa. In addition, 17 percent of respondents believe that ‘employment creation’ in Nigeria would reduce the migration of Nigerians to South Africa amongst other suggestions

Survey Methods
The opinion poll was conducted in the week of 27^th April 2015. It involved telephone interviews of a random nationwide sample. 1,000 randomly selected phone-owning Nigerians aged 18 years and above, representing the six geopolitical zones in the country, were interviewed. With a sample of this size, we can say with 95% confidence that the results obtained are statistically precise - within a range of plus or minus 3%. NOIPolls Limited, No.1 for country-specific polling services in West Africa, works in technical partnership with the Gallup Organisation (USA). We conduct periodic opinion polls and studies on various socio-economic and political issues in Nigeria. More information is available at www.noi-polls.com

Disclaimer
This press release has been produced by NOIPolls Limited to provide information on all issues which form the subject matter of the document. Kindly note that while we are willing to share results from our polls with the general public, we only request that NOIPolls be acknowledged as author whenever and wherever our poll results are used, cited or published.

NOIPolls hereby certifies that all the views expressed in this document accurately reflect its views of respondents surveyed for the poll, and background information is based on information from various sources that it believes are reliable; however, no representation is made that it is accurate or complete. Whilst reasonable care has been taken in preparing this document, no responsibility or liability is accepted for errors or fact or for any views expressed herein by NOIPolls for actions taken as a result of information provided in this report. Any ratings, forecasts, estimates, opinions or views herein constitute a judgment as at the date of this document. If the date of this document is not current, the views and content may not reflect NOIPolls’ current findings and/or thinking.

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Email: editor@noi-polls.com

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EmoFix Heads to Indiegogo, Delivers Photo and Video Taking Capabilities Without Touching a Smartphone

EmoFix Heads to Indiegogo, Delivers Photo and Video Taking Capabilities Without Touching a Smartphone

DÜSSELDORF, Germany, April 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ --

EmoFix, an innovative Bluetooth device that enables photo and video capture without using a smartphone, has officially debuted on Indiegogo

EmoFix has officially launched its crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo in an attempt to bring this innovative Bluetooth device to the public.

Smartphones are ubiquitous today - it seems like everyone has one. However, taking pictures and video with these devices still comes with some usability issues. Users must take their phone out of their pocket or purse, switch the screen on, open the camera app, choose video or still photography mode, focus and then click. The unfortunate result is that, in many instances, the moment has passed.

In addition to missed opportunities, it's sometimes not possible to use a smartphone. For instance, many environments can damage cell phones - swimming pools, while bicycling, and more. EmoFix provides users complete freedom, allowing them to capture pictures and video footage without touching their phone.
"We made EmoFix with love," explains the company's COO, Vladimir Malakchi. "It's the perfect phone companion for everyday use. EmoFix makes your life easier, and you can use it anywhere. It's water resistant and durable, and we made it metallic to ensure it lasts as long as possible."

EmoFix is a unique device that connects to any smartphone via Bluetooth. It offers a 30-foot range, and shoots pictures and video using the rear camera of the mobile phone to deliver the highest quality results. There's no app installation necessary with EmoFix, either. Users simply switch it on, pair it with the phone, and it's ready to go in just three seconds. It's compact enough to fit in a wallet or pocket, and the stylish, elegant design stands out.

EmoFix is currently launching via Indiegogo. To support the campaign, visit http://bit.ly/1DnmxNz or visit http://www.EmoFix.com to learn more.

Contact: Vladimir Malakchi
Name:EmoFix
Phone: +49(0)211-24-845-246
Web Address: http://www.EmoFix.com
Email: PR@EmoFix.com

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