Media Clampdown: China blocks Instagram!

Breaking: Instagram just got blocked in China, possibly due to the circulation of protests photos in Hong Kong.
— edde (@Edourdoo) September 28, 2014

China has a history of tightening its censorship of internet services during times of political upheaval, and it’s happening again with the pro-democracy protests underway in Hong Kong. Observers have reported that the country has blocked access to Instagram on the mainland, most likely to prevent images of the demonstrations from spreading beyond Hong Kong (where Instagram is still working).

Before this ban, Instagram was one of the few foreign social networks that operated freely in the area. Instagram hasn’t released full details yet, (as of the filing of this report) but it's safe to presume that China won't lift its restrictions so long as the protests continue -- and it won't be surprising if this ultimately proves to be a permanent ban.

The 10 Commandments Of Good Customer Service

1. Know who is boss. You are in business to service customer needs, and you can only do that if you know what it is your customers want. When you truly listen to your customers, they let you know what they want and how you can provide good service. Never forget that the customer pays our salary and makes your job possible.

2. Be a good listener. Take the time to identify customer needs by asking questions and concentrating on what the customer is really saying. Listen to their words, tone of voice, body language, and most importantly, how they feel. Beware of making assumptions - thinking you intuitively know what the customer wants. Do you know what three things are most important to your customer?

Effective listening and undivided attention are particularly important on the show floor where there is a great danger of preoccupation - looking around to see to whom else we could be selling to.

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Sports Journalism Redefined: Interview With Deji Faremi (@DeejayFaremi)

So i decided to hang out with Celebrity Sports Journalist, Deji Faremi, who is also a key member of the Cool/Wazobia/Info sports crew, popularly known as FEMI & THE GANG. Deji is one of those openly quiet, seemingly unassuming young men whose passion becomes obvious when he's on the job. On twitter, he's your go-to-guy for accurate, up to date sports news. From transfer news to match schedules to live commentaries, Deji has your back. Check out my interview with him:

Stylish African Natural Hair Looks You Should Try..

African women who rock their natural hair (and are fashionable about it) always catch my attention. and i may be biased about this, but i think a woman who maintains and styles her natural hair is more secure about her looks and exudes more self-confidence.African hair is unique, and if cared for, is as beautiful as any modern weave out there.  Check out these beautiful women and their natural styles..

FOR THE LOVE OF COUNTRY: A Dazzling Musical Theatre Showing This Sunday!

The city of Lagos comes alive this September, as For The Love of Country returns to Terra Kulture, courtesy of Slum2School Africa and The Creative Nigeria Project to support charity efforts to raise funds for the Mentorship Hub for urban slums in Lagos.

Are You A Young Entrepreneur In/around Surulere? Read This:

Are you a young entrepreneur in/around Surulere? Apply now to be one of the 10 candidates for #SurulereStartups!  #NigerianStartups is a community-based enterprise programme that kicked off in April 2014 with the pilot #SurulereStartups, where young entrepreneurs are engaged, mentored and supported to create a network of value-adding activities. 

Feminism is NOT Man-Hating! Emma Watson Addresses The UN On Gender Equality

Newly-appointed U.N. Women Goodwill Ambassador, Hollywood actress Emma Watson, delivered an emotional and powerful speech at the United Nations headquarters on Saturday to help launch the #HeForShe gender equality campaign.

The campaign, which is the first of its kind at the UN, is put together to galvanize as many men and boys as possible to be advocates for change in gender equality issues.

COOL FM OAP - MAXY Says GoodBye...

COOL FM OAP Amaka Alusi has announced to her listeners that she’s leaving the station and moving on to bigger things. The beautiful MAXY as she’s fondly called, changed the face of overnight radio in Nigeria. She was passionate about people, life and she wanted to see positivity in every situation. 

On the Overnight Show, MAXY was a friend, a sister, a motivator, a role model and a mentor. Effortlessly, she drew everyone who listened to her to fall in love with her beautiful heart. 

That everyone is going to miss MAXY on the overnight show on COOL FM is an understatement. But we do know that she has to go forward and we absolutely cheer her on… Go girl!

#InstagramStalking; Young Greyc Pays Vixen a Visit...

By now, you should know that stalking interesting people on IG is one of my favorite pastimes. And while doing just that today, i found Young Greyc (A new act from Sound Sultan's Naija Ninjas) striking a pose with Vixen Ekwere and a dude i don't really know. (sorry) Apparently, Greyc was at STV to promote her new song called "Chukwuma". :)

Monochrome Photography Art By LOGOR AFRICA

A photograph immortalizes a moment. Within it’s frame, a chaotic world becomes into a picture that can tell a story – one that can reveal certain truths and omit others. says Mahala. and that's exactly what LOGOR AFRICA is doing with his photography.

Music Producer; VTEK Starts New Record Label

 
VTEK who has gained immense industry recognition since the recently release of  P-Square's 6th new studio album "Double Trouble",  is set to join the league of other independent music entrepreneurs as he officially unveils his entertainment company; Awesome Express Music, which will be home to his production works and a new female artiste Ms.DUMEBI.

According to A&R director to the new label, Ms. Ife Owosuna; VTEK's new label Awesome Express Music will be operating as a digital record label with major music business partnerships with relevant organisations and entertainment companies around the world.

Career Opportunity: TV Script Writers Wanted!

Do you think you have what it takes to work on a television series? This might be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for! The Single Story Foundation is looking for FOUR innovative writers with fresh perspectives to be staff writers on a series they’re producing. 

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES & PROCEDURES

Candidate(s) must be at least 18 years of age. Television production experience is not required, but strongly recommended. Past television production experience (e.g. writers’ assistant, script coordinator, etc.) is welcomed.

Those applying must submit the following in ONE DOCUMENT (include a cover page listing your name, email address and telephone number. Please do not put your name on every page) to careers@singlestory.org:

Dear Vanguard Newspaper, Have Your Editors All Gone On Strike?

I was in the news room last night with my colleagues... hanging out and talking about everything and anything really. Of course, when three or four journalists gather, the conversation must drift towards the job and the media industry in general.
Somebody picked up the Vanguard newspaper from a stack nearby and randomly flipping through, he found the picture you're looking at. On page 36, of Saturday September 20, 2014, was a picture of a group of women with breasts completely exposed. Right in the middle of a weekend paper that kids are likely going to read. The Blocks you see here, are mine. The original photo in the paper is totally exposed.
Who allowed this to go to press? Has the person been suspended yet? Who are the editors on this paper?

New Music From The Mavins! - ARISE

So today, 21st September, is International Peace Day. To celebrate, Don Jazzy and the Mavins have put out a new song called ARISE. It sounds kinda like a Dorrobucci spin-off if you ask me, but it's okay. We'll bop our heads to it for as long as it lasts.

It's Free! so you can download it HERE

#InstagramStalking; Weird MC Recording A Drop For TV

This is the part where i beg profusely for this Monochrome jacket! Unfortunately, She's not my size :( 

Music Industry's First Response To Wizkid's AYO Album

So Wizkid's album was released leaked yesterday, and twitter fans, foes and music industry watchers have been agog with the news. Pending a full review, here are some  opinions from a first listen, shared by twitter users.

There are like 2,000 bangers on Wizkid's album. #Ayo
— NotJustOk on Android (@OvieO) September 17, 2014

Wizkid's album art is very dope.
— ESE PETERS (@EsePeters) September 17, 2014

@wizkidayo 's new album is the DOPEST!!! I can't even stress it.. PURE TALENT
— Ameenu Nuhu (@Trigga_Bee) September 17, 2014

Lord! Almost everything Wizkid said in Mummy Mi is what I tell my Mother almost everyday.
— Otto Josiah (@OttoJosiah) September 17, 2014

Twitter Unveils New Profile Experience For iPhone Users

Profiles on Twitter for iPhone now make it even easier for you to explore and learn about people on Twitter. This is twitter's biggest update to profiles to date, featuring a fresh design, the updated profiles focus on your bio, Tweets and photos, making it easy for you to get a glimpse into the people you care about on Twitter.

You can see a bio as soon as you get to the profile — it’s no longer a swipe away. The timelines for Tweets, photos and favorites are easy to get to, and you can access them from wherever you are in that profile.

The new profiles will be available for everyone using iOS 7 or above. The app is also being updated to take advantage of iOS 8. You will now be able to interact directly with push notifications from Twitter, meaning you can Retweet, favorite, follow and more, directly from these notifications if you have iOS 8.

Is SIMI Planning To Rule X3M?

I lifted this photo from twitter. It’s the poster for industry night with X3M music. The record label that is home to PRAIZ and very recently, SIMI and SAMMY.

I know I’m speculating right here, but to me, there is more to this seemingly simple poster than meets the eye.  Sure, it’s just a poster for an event, and SIMI being the only female in the lineup makes photographic sense to be positioned where she is in the photo.

Your Business On Facebook: Engage Your Customers With Photos.

If your business has a Facebook page (and why shouldn’t it?) tell your story and engage with your customers (and would-be customers) with creative photos that enhances your brand.
According to social media examiner, Photo posts account for 93% of the most engaging posts on Facebook. They can get 53% more likes, 104% more comments and 84% more click-throughs on links than text-based posts!
So make it fun, make it catchy and make sure it makes a bold statement that drives home the message!
Check out these examples..

Beyonce And Jay-Z Set To Release Joint Album

  
Bey and Jay are joining forces to put together a "huge" new album. 
Dash's DJ Skee broke the news on-air after getting word on the collaboration from sources close to the couple, adding that the album is set to be released in late 2014 or early 2015.

We’re waiting!

Source: E! online