UK Issues Fresh Travel Warning On Nigeria!

 

The United Kingdom’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) has issued a fresh warning to Britons in Nigeria and those planning to visit. The warning was posted on the FCO’s website on Tuesday, 27^th February 2013.
The notice advised against travels to some parts of the country including Borno, Bauchi and Yobe States.
Below is a text of the warning:
“The Foreign and Commonwealth Office, FCO advise against all travel to: Borno State, Yobe State, Bauchi State, Riverine areas of Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom and Cross River States, Warri city, Kano city, Okene City.
The FCO advise against all but essential travel to: Kano State, Kaduna State, Jigwa State, Katsina State, Jos city, Riyom and Barkin Ladi Local Government Areas in Plateau State, Gombe State, Okene region of Kogi State, Mubi Town in Adamawa State and the area north of Mubi Town that borders Borno State, Non-riverine areas of Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers and Akwa Ibom States, Abia State, Kaduna City, Zaria City.
There is a high threat from terrorism in Nigeria. There is a threat of retaliatory attacks following the French intervention in Mali.
There is a high threat of kidnap throughout Nigeria. Recent terrorist kidnaps have occurred mostly in northern Nigeria, but could occur anywhere in Nigeria. A group of foreign nationals were abducted by armed men from their accommodation in Bauchi State on 16 February 2013.
Demonstrations and civil unrest can occur at short notice. Follow news reports and be alert to developments. If you become aware of any nearby protests you should leave the area immediately. A number of curfews are in force.
Before considering any travel, take professional security advice. Be vigilant at all times, keep others informed of your travel plans and vary your routines. You should follow your employer’s security advice, make sure your accommodation is secure and review your security measures regularly.
Violent crime is common in the south of the country, including Lagos.
Flash flooding can occur during the wet season (June to October). There is a greater risk from water-borne diseases during the rainy season.
Around 117,000 British nationals visit Nigeria each year. 50 British nationals needed consular assistance in Nigeria in the period 1 April 2011 – 31 March 2012.
Take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before you travel.
Safety and Security

Terrorism
There is a high threat from terrorism There is a threat of retaliatory attacks following the French intervention in Mali. Terrorist attacks could target government, security and educational institutions, and international organisations. Attacks could also be indiscriminate in places frequented by foreigners like restaurants, bars, markets, hotels, shopping centres and places of worship. There have been regular attacks on churches and mosques in northern Nigeria at times of worship. Further attacks could take place.
You should be vigilant and take care at all times, particularly in areas where there are political or other large public gatherings. A number of attacks have taken place around religious and public holidays. You should be particularly vigilant during these periods. You should avoid affected areas in the immediate aftermath of an attack.

Boko Haram
The main terrorist threat in northern Nigeria comes from Islamist extremists who aspire to establish Islamic law in Nigeria.
The majority of attacks occur in Borno State and Yobe State, but there has been a significant increase in attacks in other Nigerian states, mainly in the north.
Attacks are mostly against Nigerian targets including government and security institutions, police stations and places of worship, but public places have also been targeted.
The attack against the United Nations building in Abuja in August 2011, which killed 23 people, shows that international and Western interests could be targeted.
Ansarul Muslimina Fi Biladis Sudan (Vanguard for the protection of Muslims in Black Africa) (Ansaru)
Ansaru is an Islamist terrorist organisation based in Nigeria. It emerged in 2012 and is motivated by an anti-Nigerian Government and anti-Western agenda. The organisation is broadly aligned with Al Qa’ida.
Ansaru is believed to be responsible for the murder of British national Christopher McManus and his Italian co-worker, Franco Lamolinara, in March 2012.
Ansaru have publicly claimed responsibility for the kidnap of a French national in Katsina State on 20 December 2012. It also claimed responsibility for the attack on a detention facility of the police Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) in Abuja on 26 November 2012.
Ansaru have claimed responsibility for the abduction of 7 foreign nationals in Bauchi State on 16 February 2013.

MEND
MEND (Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta) is a militant group seeking to assume control of Nigeria’s energy resources in the Niger Delta region. A faction of the group was responsible for the 1 October 2010 attack in Abuja, demonstrating an ability and willingness to operate away from its usual base in the south. On 6 February 2012, MEND threatened to carry out renewed attacks on major oil and gas assets in the Niger Delta.

Kidnaps
There is a high threat of kidnap throughout Nigeria. Kidnaps can be for financial or political gain, and can be motivated by criminality or terrorism.

Terrorist kidnaps
Recent incidents have occurred mostly in northern Nigeria, but could occur anywhere in Nigeria:
in February 2013, a group of foreign nationals were abducted by armed men from their accommodation in Bauchi State
in December 2012 a French national was kidnapped by armed men in Katsina State in northern Nigeria, reportedly from a residential compound
in 2012 a Lebanese national was kidnapped in Kaduna State. His Lebanese colleague was killed during the abduction
in January 2012 a German national was kidnapped in Kano and killed in the city on 31 May 2012
in May 2011 a British national and an Italian national were kidnapped together in Kebbi State. Both hostages were killed in Sokoto on 8 March 2012

Criminal kidnaps
Since January 2007, at least 25 British and dual British nationals and more than 200 other foreign nationals have been kidnapped in the Niger Delta area. One British national has been killed. There is a high threat of kidnapping and other armed attacks targeting oil and gas facilities and workers. This also applies to ships and oil rigs at sea off the coast of the Niger Delta. The long-standing policy of the British government is not to make substantive concessions to hostage takers. The British government considers that paying ransoms and releasing prisoners increases the risk of further hostage-taking.

Maritime security
There have been armed robberies against ships at anchor in Nigerian waters and at many of the rivers and harbours in the Niger Delta area. Mariners should seek professional security advice and take appropriate precautions.

Crime
There are high levels of violent street crime (muggings, kidnappings, car-jacking and armed robbery) in the south of the country, even in comparatively safe areas of Lagos. Most attacks happen from 22:00 onwards.
You should therefore limit road travel at night in Lagos as far as possible, especially away from the city centre. Be vigilant at all times. Follow all available security advice including that offered by employers or hosts. Avoid carrying large amounts of cash and don’t wear valuable watches, jewellery or items of sentimental value. If you suspect danger, move away to a safer area.
There have been a number of robberies and kidnappings in Abia, Edo and Anambra States, particularly along the Enugu-Awka-Onitsha expressway in Anambra State. Take care when driving outside cities. Consider travelling in convoy, and avoid making any journeys that would involve travel after dark.
If you’re unlucky enough to be caught up in an armed robbery, you should immediately comply with the attackers’ demands. Those who have suffered injury or worse during such attacks have been perceived as not complying fully or quickly enough. The vast majority of those who endure such attacks, and follow this advice, do so without lasting physical harm.
Scams
British nationals are increasingly being targeted by scam artists operating in West Africa. The scams come in many forms (romance and friendship, business ventures, work and employment opportunities) and can pose great financial risk to victims. You should be very cautious about any requests for funds, a job offer, a business venture or a face to face meeting from someone you have been in correspondence with over the internet who lives in West Africa.
If you or your relatives or friends are asked to transfer money to Nigeria you should make absolutely sure that it is not part of a scam and that you have properly checked with the person receiving the money that they are requesting it. If the caller claims to be in distress, you should ask whether they have reported the incident (by phone or e-mail) to the British Deputy High Commission in Lagos.
People have received scam e-mails claiming to be from a British High Commission office in Nigeria. If you receive an email that appears to be from any British High Commission office in Nigeria asking for bank details or money, you should immediately contact the Consular Section of the British Deputy High Commission in Lagos.
Local travel
You should follow news reports and be alert to developments that might trigger civil unrest. Violence can erupt quickly and without warning. If you are working in Nigeria, you should follow your employer’s local security guidelines. You are strongly advised to take professional security advice, be vigilant at all times and review your security measures regularly. Keep others informed of your travel plans when travelling around and vary your routines. Make sure your accommodation is secure and consider pre-deployment training on travelling under close protection

Northern Nigeria
The FCO advise against all travel to Borno State, Yobe State, and Bauchi State where there are frequent violent attacks. Recent attacks have increasingly focussed on public places, including bars and restaurants, resulting in a large number of injuries and deaths. The FCO advise against all travel to Kano City and Okene City which see frequent high levels of violence.
The FCO advise against all but essential travel to Gombe State, Kano State, Kaduna State, Jigwa State, Katsina State and the Okene region of Kogi State where there has been an increase in violent attacks; Mubi Town in Adamawa State and the area north of Mubi Town that borders Borno State where there has been an increase in violent attacks; Jos City where violent attacks and ongoing inter-communal tensions can lead to outbreaks of violence; and Kaduna City and Zaria City in Kaduna State where there has been frequent violence.
The Governor has imposed a curfew across Jos North, Jos South, Barkin Ladi and Riyom Local Government Areas. The Nigerian military are conducting operations in Riyom and Bakin Ladi Local Government Areas. There may be road blocks and movement by road could be hazardous.
The FCO advise against all but essential travel to Riyom and Barkin Ladi Local Government Areas. If you choose to remain there you should carefully consider your security arrangements and exit routes.
If you plan to work in northern Nigeria, even in areas which are not subject to specific advice against travel, you will need a high level of security. Ask your employer about their security arrangements and request that they review them in light of recent kidnaps of westerners from protected compounds. Ensure that they are able to provide you with an adequate level of security for a high threat from terrorism.
The Niger Delta States
The FCO advise against all travel to the riverine areas (ie the river and swamp locations on or close to the coast accessible by boat, but not by road) of Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom and Cross River states. The FCO advise against all travel to Warri city.
The FCO advise against all but essential travel to Abia State and non-riverine areas of Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers and Akwa Ibom States.
You should avoid public places in Port Harcourt frequented by expatriates, including bars and restaurants. There have been reports of attempts to lure an expatriate to a meeting at a remote location near Port Harcourt. It is believed that this was an attempted kidnap. When arranging meetings in Nigeria make sure the contact is known to you, and the meeting is held at a secure location.
The High Commission Liaison Office and British Council in Port Harcourt are subject to closure at short notice
Curfews
A number of curfews are being enforced across Nigeria. Curfews are used on a regular basis in Nigeria following incidents and unrest, and can be imposed and lifted at short notice. You should comply with all curfews and monitor local media to find out about curfews that are being enforced.
There are curfews in Plateau, Kaduna and Yobe States, and Kano City, Kogi Central Senatorial District and Mubi town in Adamawa State. The Governor of Kaduna State has lifted the general curfew across the state, but the use of motorcycles is restricted from 21:00 to 06:00 hours. The curfew in Kano city remains in force from 22:00 until 06:00. The use of motorbikes is prohibited from 18:00 until 06:00.
Road travel
Traffic can be chaotic and slow moving. Take a mobile telephone with you when travelling by car so that you can stay in touch with family, friends and employers. Keep a supply of bottled water in your vehicle at all times.
Avoid any travel after dark outside city centres. Take care after dark within cities. Avoid quieter and poorly lit roads. Be particularly vigilant when sitting in traffic jams or at traffic lights. Keep car windows up and doors locked, and make sure valuables are out of sight. If you feel your vehicle is being followed, drive to the nearest place of safety (eg the nearest police station).
In Lagos, eating, smoking or using a mobile phone while driving and riding a motorcycle without a helmet are prohibited. Motorists face fines or imprisonment for violations.
There are authorised as well as unauthorised vehicle checkpoints throughout Nigeria. Some are for security checks, others to extort small payments of money. You should slow down at any type of checkpoint and use common sense at all times.
There are frequent reports of robberies and car-jackings, some involving armed gunmen, on Nigeria’s urban and rural road network. Experience has shown that should you be unlucky enough to be caught up in an armed robbery, you should immediately comply with the attackers’ demands. Those who have suffered injury or worse during such attacks have been perceived as not complying fully or quickly enough. The vast majority of those who endure such attacks, and follow this advice, do so without lasting physical harm.
There are authorised as well as unauthorised vehicle checkpoints throughout Nigeria. Some are for security checks, others to extort small payments of money. You should slow down at any type of checkpoint and use common sense at all times.
Public transport is dangerous. Taxis and long distance buses are often poorly maintained, uninsured and driven by unqualified drivers. Most major hotels offer cars for hire with drivers. You should use these where possible.
If you are expecting a greeter or driver to collect you at any of Nigeria’s international airports, make sure they have properly identified themselves before you set off. Bogus greeters are a problem.
Air travel
In June 2012, a Dana Air flight from Abuja to Lagos crashed just outside Lagos Airport. The investigation report is yet to be published, but Nigeria’s aviation authorities have lifted the suspension of flights operated by Dana Air put in place following the crash.
Following a series of crashes, there are concerns about the safety and reliability of some airline companies operating domestic flights within Nigeria.
Airlines flying between Nigeria and London can occasionally become severely overbooked. As a result, airlines advise travellers to reconfirm their return booking at least 48 hours before they are due to depart, and to check in early.
Political situation
Violent demonstrations can occur with little notice throughout the country. International news events can also sometimes trigger anti-Western demonstrations. There is the potential for increased tension on Fridays. . Keep yourself informed of developments and if you encounter a threatening or intimidating situation, don’t try to make your way through it. Turn round and go home.
Local laws and customs
Homosexuality is illegal.
Possession, use of or trafficking in illegal drugs is a serious offence and can result in lengthy prison sentences and heavy fines.
It is illegal to import beer, mineral water, soft drinks, sparkling wine, fruits, vegetables, cereals, eggs, textile fabrics, jewellery, and precious metals. It is illegal to export pieces of African art, particularly antiques, without written authorisation from the Department of Antiquities.
Nigeria has the largest Muslim population in sub-Saharan Africa. You should behave and dress modestly, particularly in the north and during the Holy month of Ramadan and when visiting religious sites.
Photography of government, military buildings and airports may lead to arrest”.

11 reasons your co-workers hate you

Maybe it was something as huge as taking all the credit for a game-changing business idea, or something as small as chewing gum too loudly at their desks. But whatever the reason, we all have coworkers we absolutely hate. And some of us are that coworker — whether we realize it or not.

Annoying coworkers make office life miserable.
You know who they are.
Maybe it was something as huge as taking all the credit for a game-changing business idea, or something as small as chewing gum too loudly at their desks. But whatever the reason, we all have coworkers we absolutely hate. And some of us are that coworker — whether we realize it or not.
It’s inevitable really. After all, you can’t spend 40 hours a week with the same people day in and day out, trapped together in a confined area and forced to share space and resources, without developing a little bit of acrimony from time to time. We’re human beings and bad days and isolated incidents are occasionally expected. But when those isolated bad days turn into regular occurences and start affecting others at work, that’s a problem.
So which traits cause you to hate coworkers (or make you hated)? We’ve got eleven of them.
1. Being a Slob
A little messy? OK. A tad unorganized and slightly eccentric? Sure. But let’s face it, no one likes a disgusting slob.
When your cubicle looks like it hasn’t been cleaned since Clinton was in office and the mold from your coffee cup is turning into a sentient being with plans of office domination, you’ve officially become a slob. Your complete disregard of the company dress code and the curious decision to only shower twice a week has also contributed to your new job title — office pariah.
No one says you have to be a fashion maven or wear expensive perfume or cologne, but at the very least you have to look presentable and engage in basic personal hygiene so the people you work with can stand to share the same space. And speaking of your space, give the cubicle a spring cleaning, will ya? Having your workspace declared a biohazard is not going to help your chances for a raise come performance review time.
2. No E-mail Etiquette
Are you the “caps lock guy?” The “reply all gal?” Well knock it off!
We are far enough along into the Internet Age that “I’m not good with computers” can no longer be used as a legitimate excuse for email etiquette ignorance. First of all, the caps lock thing? Don’t. Just don’t. It used to be mean you’re shouting, but at this point it means “you’re shouting and nothing you say can be taken seriously.”
And please, don’t just automatically hit “reply all” when corresponding via email. This goes double for those times you’re part of a team and you run the risk of typing something inappropriate with your boss on the list, or something that makes a co-worker look bad. Also, don’t become a habitual offender when it comes to marking things “high priority.” If it’s an emergency, fine. But just because you sent it doesn’t mean it’s automatically a priority.
3. You’re Condescending
Knowing what you’re talking about is a good thing. Being a know-it-all? Not so much.
Everyone gets it — you’re the smartest person in the room. You not only have a solution for everything, you’re all too happy to point out why other peoples’ suggestions are destined to fail. But while you were busy being right, something interesting happened — you alienated your entire team and now no one wants to work with you because they can’t stand the sight of you.
There’s a way to stand out in a positive light without kicking everyone else into the abyss. Don’t stop coming up with great ideas, but use your brilliance to foster the ideas of others and bring them up to your level without drawing the ire of the people you have to work with on a daily basis. If you continue to talk down to people you’re bound to get a lot of middle fingers extended up to you in no time.
4. Too Much Information
Too Much Information — or TMI as the kids are calling it these days — is a tricky thing.
While most co-workers share a certain amount of personal information with one another and the line between just enough and too much is often blurry, it is still there. For example, it’s perfectly acceptable to tell your co-workers you went out to a club this weekend. But telling them you got so wasted the bouncers had to toss you out for your half-naked rendition of Gangnam Style is TMI. The same goes for excessive talk of personal health problems, marital spats, your child’s latest accomplishment at preschool no one cares about, and your private phone calls during work that are anything but.
Everyone has their own problems, they don’t want to deal with yours too.
5. You’re Lazy
Laziness isn’t one of the 7 Deadly Sins for nothing.
Every office has at least a handful of these lazy employees. They’ve been around for a few years, don’t like their jobs very much, and therefore do as little as possible — basically only performing in their duties enough to not get fired and keep collecting a paycheck. So while they might perform the bare minimum, don’t look for these workers to carry their weight as part of a team or contribute anything worthwhile during a big project. Yet they never have any problem accepting the credit courtesy of the people who actually did work hard — hence the reason lazy workers made this list.
We get that you’re unhappy, but if work is so bad that you can’t see fit to put forth any effort whatsoever, just leave. You’re cheating the company, your co-workers who hate you a little more every day, and ultimately yourself. Contribute or be gone!
6. You’re the “Stinky Lunch” Guy
This might start off innocently enough, but your choice of lunchtime cuisine can land you in the hallowed halls of office hatred faster than anything else on this list.
We understand everyone has different tastes and people come from all walks of life — and that includes what we all eat. But if you’re in an office environment, you need to remember you’re sharing space. Sometimes with dozens and dozens of other people. So when you stick your leftover fish in the microwave for 4 minutes, it’s like dropping a stinkbomb right in the middle of the office. And while curry and Tex-Mex taste delicious if you’re the one eating it, the rest of us just lost our appetites because that smell is going to linger for the rest of the day.
Bring a sandwich or some soup that doesn’t assault the nostrils. Unless of course you want everyone to think about a horrible stench every time you enter a meeting.
7. You’re a Backstabber
Want people to hate you? Take credit for something someone else did.
Engaging in office politics is fine (and even expected to a point), but when you start actively taking credit for ideas that weren’t yours, you’re going to be hated in a hurry. It doesn’t even have to involve the theft of ideas, either. Failing to give other co-workers proper credit during collaborative endeavors will give people more than enough ammo to despise you. And rightfully so.
Don’t be that person. Even if your deceptions and office politics get you moved up a rung or two on the corporate ladder, that just means the target on your back will be that much more visible.
8. You’re a “Debbie Downer”
If you can’t say something nice…
Hey, it’s not like you have to be all sunshine and rainbows. You’re a professional working with other professionals, and it’s business not kindergarten. But while not every idea is a winner, you don’t want to be the person who becomes notorious for automatically dumping on every single idea in a brainstorming session or planning meeting.
If you’re so judgmental and critical of new ideas, eventually people will feel less and less comfortable sharing things with you or in front of you. At that point, whatever new ideas and valid criticism you bring to the table might go ignored because everyone is used to your negativity and no one wants to hear how stupid they are time and time again.
A little constructive criticism — and some tact — goes a long way.
9. You’re Noisy
Imagine you’re sitting in your cubicle fielding a call from a customer. You’re trying to calm them down about an order gone haywire, but in the midst of your efforts all you can hear is the person in the next cube.
This one is a biggie when talking about the pet peeves of co-workers. Who among us doesn’t have the seemingly oblivious (or worse, just plain rude) co-worker who whistles/sings/hums/chews/plays his music too loud on a non-stop basis? Maybe they’re nice people who just don’t realize what they’re doing, so you don’t say anything because you don’t want to complain and hurt their feelings. But on the inside you’re seething as they use their fingers on the desk to beat out yet another Led Zeppelin drum solo that cuts through you like a knife.
If this is you, stop it. It’s rude and inconsiderate. And if you’re the one suffering, just let them know in a nice way that it’s affecting your work and ask if they can try to keep it down to a dull roar.
10. You Have No Manners
Think there’s no room in business for good manners? Think again.
People notice the little things, which is why consistently using “please” and “thank you” are an underrated yet important factor when it comes to dealing with other human being on a daily basis. In an office setting, you’re normally in too close a proximity to be rude without major repercussions. That’s why manners and basic common courtesy are so important.
So if you’re someone who tends to bark orders at co-workers, try engaging in some civility and asking politely. Also, if you do have an issue with a co-worker take him/her aside or behind closed doors. Having a verbal spat in the middle of the office is unbecoming, distracting and unnecessary.
11. You’re Never on Time
“Let’s wait another five minutes to start the meeting because (insert name of chronically late coworker here) hasn’t arrived yet.”
Is there anything — and I mean ANYTHING — more frustrating than dealing with other people who show absolutely no respect for everyone else’s time? In our “Wasting Time at Work” survey last year, 47% of workers said meetings were the biggest time-waster in the workplace, because if someone is late to the first meeting it pushes each subsequent appointment back until there aren’t enough hours in the day. If you were hoping to get home early or attend your kid’s special event, this can have far-reaching consequences that extend well beyond your cubicle walls.
The answer is simple — be on time. Write it on your calendar or better yet, put reminders in your phone. It’s the quickest way to ensure 1) you won’t be late, and 2) your coworkers won’t hate you to the point they schedule their own meeting to plan your comeuppance.

8 ways to avoid social media stress

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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 to mention, Facebook use has even been linked to lead to depression, jealousy and social isolation.
But it doesn’t have to be that way. By holding yourself to a few basic guidelines, you can make sure that logging on to Facebook or Twitter isn’t a a panic attack-inducing activity.

• Use Facebook To Share — Not Compare

A recent survey of Facebook users found that the most common source of frustration on the social media site was envy caused by browsing others’ profiles.
To turn down the social media stress in your life, avoid turning Facebook into a game of keeping up with the Joneses. Instead of browsing through classmates’ photos to see who had the best summer ever with their siggo while you were at home working (and single), use the network exclusively to talk to friends and share fun updates on your life.

• But Be Careful Not To Overshare

Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, and other social media sites are a wonderful way to share photos, observations and life updates with your friends and followers. But be selective about what you post for the world to see — does everyone need to know the details or your recent break-up, or cryptic song lyrics that describe your ander and confusion over it? Probably not.

• Say No To Cyberbullying According to the i-SAFE foundation, more than half of teenagers have been bullied online. The only appropriate response to cyberbullying is a zero-tolerance policy. If someone is sending hurtful messages, sharing inappropriate or unflattering photos, or spreading rumors about you or a friend online, tell a teacher or parent. Online bullying can have serious and long-term consequences.

On the flip side, more than half of teens have engaged in cyberbullying themselves.

• Be Positive

The golden rule is as important on social media as it is in every other part of life: Treat others the way you’d like to be treated. Negative or sarcastic comments are best kept to yourself.
Also, when posting your own statuses, try not to vent your feelings too much. Studies have shownthat bad moods are “contagious” via social media — Facebook users can directly impact the emotions of their friends for up to three days.

• Keep Your Love Life Offline

Whether you’re single, happily coupled, or breaking up, keep your love life off Facebook. It might be fun for a while to post lovey-dovey photos and “Love my boyf!!” statuses, but they’ll likely annoy your friends and make your relationship a whole lot more complicated.

According to Mashable, 25 percent of people had found out their relationship was over because their siggo changed their relationship status to “single.” You don’t want that to be you.

• Keep Your Photos Clean

You wouldn’t want a college admissions officer or a teacher to see it, keep it offline. No exceptions. Risque or incriminating photos are best kept to yourself (or not taken at all) — you don’t want to leave a digital paper trails of all the mistakes you made in high school.

• Choose Your Friends Wisely

Studies have shown that having more Facebook friends leads to increased stress levels, finding a link between larger online networks and social anxiety.
Don’t worry about getting everyone at your school to follow you on Twitter and friend you on Facebook. To minimize social media anxiety, periodically go through and delete friends and followers you may not know very well or no longer want to share updates with.

• Take Time To Unplug & Recharge

When social media is stressing you out, sometimes the best thing to do is walk away from your phone, laptop and iPad and just unplug for a few hours or a couple days. If you’re having trouble staying off Facebook, try a Chrome plugin or app that, for a selected amount of time, blocks you from logging on to social media sites.

Mystery Twitter handle accuses Davido of stealing new song, ‘Gobe’

A Twitter handle owned by a yet to be identified individual yesterday posted a comment online claiming that the music superstar and the self-acclaimed ‘Omo baba olowo‘ himself, Davido recorded and released his song, ‘Gobe’, without getting his approval.