Tag: travel
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Gunmen abduct Abuja-bound passengers in Edo
An unspecified number of passengers in an Abuja-bound commercial bus have been reportedly kidnapped along the Benin-Auchi road in Edo State. It was gathered that the incident occurred at about 11am, between the Ehor and Iruekpen axis of the highway. A commuter, who identified himself as Idris Audu, who spoke with journalists in Benin on…
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El-Zakzaky, wife to travel again for medical treatment as IMN insists on mass procession Tuesday
Leader of the proscribed Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), Sheikh Ibraheem El-Zakzaky and his wife, Zeenat, may travel abroad soon for medical treatment. According to reports, the couples are considering Indonesia or Malaysia as possible countries for the treatment. IMN spokesman Ibrahim Musa confirmed the development. He said: “I know he said that they are…
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Seven important points to know before travelling to Dubai
Located in the Middle East, Dubai is one of the seven emirates that constitute the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It’s considered the most cosmopolitan city in the region and is popular with tourists from all around the world. If this is your first trip to Dubai, Jumia, Nigeria’s No. 1 Shopping Destination, highlights few things…
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Buhari returns to Abuja Saturday
President Muhammadu Buhari is expected back in the country on Saturday after a 10 working day holiday in the United Kingdom. The president will be received on arrival at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja by top government officials led by acting a President Yemi Osinbajo. Buhari plans to go to Duara this weekend to…
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NYSC: DG cautions corps members over frequent travels
Worried by the rate insurgency in the country, the Director General of the National Youth Service Corps, Brigadier General Suleiman Kazaure, has charged corps members across the country to be security conscious and to avoid unnecessary travels and reckless movements during their service year. Where travels and movements become necessary and inevitable, the NYSC boss…
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Smart ways to keep money safe when travelling solo
Solo travellers are more likely to get targeted by thieves than those travelling as a group. For this reason, it’s important to keep your money safe when travelling. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares tips for warding off the pickpockets and burglars.In addition, Trip Indicator can also expose you to the technological advancements…
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I’m ready to go to America — Atiku
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said he is prepared to go to the United States if the country’s diplomatic authorities approve his application for visa. Recall that Atiku has not been able to travel to the U.S. since he left office. “If America says come today, I will board the flight and go there…
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Buhari never promised Nigerians not to receive treatment abroad – Presidency
The Presidency has refuted media reports that President Muhammadu Buhari promised Nigerians not to travel abroad for medical treatment. Speaking on behalf of the presidency, Buhari’s spokesman, Femi Adesina, said the said the comments are false and are “a new dimension in the plot to diminish the stature of President Muhammadu Buhari before millions of…
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Quick read: 5 must-see statues in Lagos
A statue is a sculpture, representing one or more people. In Lagos, there are a number of statues of illustrious personalities dotted in different parts of the state. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, identifies the locations of some of these statues which you can visit. Gani Fawehinmi Statue The new, sparkling and towering…
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Budget-friendly African destinations to visit
Travelling African destinations is an experience in itself. However, it can also be incredibly expensive especially for Nigerians. From wildlife trekking to luxury safaris and expensive flights, the costs can quickly add up making it impossible to stay within an affordable budget. Fortunately, there are some of Africa’s most popular destinations that are budget-friendly and…