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Etisalat Nigeria partnering with taxi service Uber

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According to the company, Etisalat “will be the main data provider for Uber’s services, supporting the company’s growth in Nigeria.” (Image Source: openviewpartners.com) Etisalat Nigeria has announced a new partnership with taxi sharing service provider, Uber, in an effort to boost the San Francisco-based ride-sharing company’s access to Etisalat customers in the West African country. According to the company, Etisalat “will be the main data provider for Uber’s services, supporting the company’s growth in Nigeria.” Uber has launched across dozens of countries and cities, including in Africa, as part of the company’s push into new markets. However, in Europe, the company has faced a backlash from traditional taxi drivers and government regulators, which has led to the ride-sharing service being barred from entry into the market. In Nigeria, the push for Uber comes as the country is looking to bolster its IT sector even further and Etisalat hopes that it can help be a leader

This Bodybuilder Almost Lost His Arms After Trying To Look Like The Hulk

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BARCROFT/MARVEL Meet bodybuilder Romario Dos Santos, a man whose attempt to become a real-life Hulk almost cost him both arms. It started when the Brazilian-born Dos Santos injected his body with site enhancement oil, commonly referred to as synthol. Bodybuilders often use it to “hide a lagging body part,” one that does not respond well to training. It consists of oil, lidocaine and alcohol, though street versions may contain other ingredients.

Kim claims she was inspired by Cher, but this looks like Beyonce's 2012 Met Gala look

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Kim K stepped out last night wearing a dress similar to the one Beyonce wore to the 2012 Met Gala and fans noticed. Kim was dragged by Beyonce's fans who let her know their queen wore the gown first. And when Kim attempted to claim the look was inspired by Cher, the Beyhives swarmed her instagram page with Bees emojis.

Photos from Silverbird Man of the Year 2015

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The Silverbird Man of the Year 2015 held on Sunday night May 2nd at Eko Hotel and I got some pics from the event. Above are Sen. Florence Ita Giwa and ex-beauty queen, Anita Iseghohi. more pictures below

Drinking Just One Alcoholic Drink A Day Linked To Liver Disease

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Most studies assessing the prevalence of alcohol abuse as a risk factor for alcoholic cirrhosis focus on total annual amount drunk per person. However, the researchers highlight that clinical studies suggest that it is a high daily consumption which is the strongest predictor of alcoholic cirrhosis. This new research concluded that heavy daily drinkers most significantly and independently influence a country’s cirrhosis burden.

Weak Fiscal Buffers to Confront Incoming Administration

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Nigeria’s weak fiscal buffers and election spending have created a fiscal gap that must be bridged to enable the incoming government perform its duties effectively. To this end, analysts have advised the incoming administration of Major General Muhammadu Buhari (rtd) to block fiscal leakages and ensure that Nigeria’s tax system is strengthened. Analysts at the Financial Derivatives Company Limited (FDC), stated this in their latest economic bulletin for April.

Buhari Cannot Afford to Neglect South-south, South-east, Says Uduaghan

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Emmanuel Uduaghan As a new government is set to emerge on May 29, the South-south and South-east geo-political zones must not be denied their dues in power sharing and resource allocation, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, governor of Delta State, has cautioned. Speaking on Sunday night at a ceremony in Lagos where he was conferred with the Man of the Year award by the Silverbird Television,

Wenger vows to fight Chelsea for Premier League title next season

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Arsene Wenger has called on his Arsenal players, to finish this season well and get ready to fight for the Premier League title next term. The Gunners effectively secured a place in the Champions League, thanks to a 3-1 win over Hull City on Monday. Alexis Sanchez scored a brace – including Arsenal’s 100th goal of this campaign – as they drew level with Manchester City on 70 points.

Met Gala: The red carpet was (almost) all about Beyonce and Jay Z

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Beyonce shut down the 2015 MET Gala in her sheer body hugging sheer Givenchy dress. Considered one of her sexiest looks yet, she was also tipped as one the best dressed of the night! Jay Z was the perfect husband,watching her and making sure, there was no fashion fail. Power couple!

Boko Haram in Disarrray as Shortage of Arms, Fuel hits Insurgents

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Boko Haram is fracturing as shortages of weapons and fuel foment tensions between its foot soldiers and leaders, women rescued from the Islamist jihadi fighters by Nigerian troops told Reuters. The group abducted an estimated 2,000 women and girls last year as it sought to carve out an Islamic state in the northeast of the country. The army has freed nearly 700 in the past week as it advances on Boko Haram’s last stronghold in the vast Sambisa forest.

Chelsea to Parade Premiership title on May 25

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Chelsea are expected to celebrate their fourth Premier League title with a massive parade around West London on Monday, May 25, 2015. Chelsea defeated Crystal Palace 1 – 0 on Sunday, May 3, 2015 to clinch their fourth Premier League title with 83 points. A letter from Chelsea Transfer Gossip, confirmed that the parade will start around noon and will last for an hour.

Arsenal Ownership Remains Wish for Dangote After Rebuff

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Aliko Dangote Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, said he still wants to buy English Premier League soccer team Arsenal even after he was rebuffed by its owners in 2010. Nigeria’s Dangote, an Arsenal fan worth $15.7 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, discussed buying a stake in the club five years ago before talks with the owners fell through, he said. Since then his wealth has grown more than sevenfold.

Wenger challenges Arsenal to give Chelsea fight next season

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Arsène Wenger regarded Arsenal’s 3-1 win at Hull City as further evidence of his side’s ongoing improvement as Santi Cazorla targeted a title push next season. The victory, which effectively secures Champions League qualification, featured Alexis Sánchez scoring the team’s 100th goal of the season in all competitions and Wenger could not have been happier. “I feel we have made progress as a team and tonight was a demonstration we have improved,” he said.