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Business Week Remember a little thing called Apple Maps, Apple's so-called 'Google Maps-killer'? Yeah, turns out a lot of other people don't either. Google Maps is not just king of the map apps, but of all apps: according to new data from GlobalWebIndex , Google Maps beats out Facebook, YouTube, Google+, Twitter, Skype and Instagram as the most frequently used app for the second quarter of 2013. Facebook currently brings in 44 percent of users, YouTube at 35 percent, and Google+ with 30 percent of smartphone users. Apple Maps didn't even crack the top 10 (to be fair, it's not available for Android users), but you can expect someone over at Apple being pretty ticked off at the news that Google Maps is doing so well. Get Google Maps for iOS here , and Android users here . Chances are you already have it.

BlackBerry's venerable messaging platform to hit Samsung's devices. Would a cross-platform version of BlackBerry Messenger benefit RIM? (Credit: BlackBerry.com) It seems like it was ages ago when BlackBerry dropped the news that BBM would find a home on Android handsets. Apparently the wait is about to end, at least for owners of Samsung Galaxy phones. A new report from the folks at N4BB claims that Samsung has officially committed to the messaging app. Specifically, BBM addicts will be able to download BlackBerry Messenger software via the Google Play store "soon." With BBM, Galaxy users will have access to their BBM accounts, including BBM chats and BBM Groups. It also appears that BBM functionality will be integrated in Samsung devices through a Samsung messaging hub. Whether this means Sammy customers will be treated to a UI similar to the BlackBerry Hub, basically a unified inbox on steroids, remains to be seen. Frankly it's one the best feature...

The father of the governor of Lagos state, Babatunde Fashola, Ibrahim Ademola Fashola on Monday died at the age of 80 years at an undisclosed hospital. In a statement signed by the Chief of Staff to the governor, Mr. Lanre Babalola said the remains of Elder Fashola will be buried on Tuesday, the 6th of August 2013 at Vaults and Gardens Ikoyi by 1pm. Meanwhile, President Goodluck Jonathan Monday has sent a condolence message to Governor Babatunde Fashola of Lagos State who is presently away on lesser Hajj in Saudi Arabia A statement by the Special Adviser to the president on Media and Publicity, Dr Reuben Abati, said the president on behalf of himself, his family, the Federal Government and the people of Nigeria, conveys sincere condolences to the governor. “As they mourn Pa Fashola, President Jonathan urges Governor Fashola, his family and people of Lagos State to give thanks to God Almighty for the octogenarian’s very exemplary and accomplished life,” The President urged...

Al Qaeda threat: Despite the seriousness of the Al Qaeda threat, the apparent targeting of US interests abroad – rather than in the US proper – suggests the group's aspirations have contracted since 9/11. A Bahraini armored personnel vehicle reinforces US Embassy security just outside a gate to the embassy building in Manama, Bahrain, on Sunday, Aug. 4, 2013. The US has extended the closure of some of its embassies across the Middle East and Africa through the end of this week, amid fears of an imminent attack by Al Qaeda against Western targets within the region. Arthur Bright is the Europe Editor at The Christian Science Monitor.  He has worked for the Monitor in various capacities since 2004, including as the Online News Editor and a regular contributor to the Monitor's Terrorism & Security blog.  He is also a licensed Massachusetts attorney. CNN reports that 15 of the 22 embassies and consulates that the US closed on Sunday, a normal work day in th...

by Akan Ido We all can identify with the drama, anxiety and anticipation that comes with a typical interview especially one at a foreign embassy. Watch this hilarious NdaniTV skit featuring Frank Donga and see if you can learn a thing or two for your next interview.

Didier Drogba came off the bench to grab a brace, as Galatasaray defeated Arsenal 2-1 to win the 2013 Emirates Cup. Both teams came into the game, knowing that a win will hand them the trophy, after Porto defeated Napoli in the first match played today. It was the Gunners who started the game brightly, but failed to convert their chances. However, shortly before half time, Theo Walcott’s curling effort crept pass Muslera. However in the second half, the inroduction of Drogba and Sneijder breathed new life into Gala’s attack, as the pair combined well several times. The referee adjudged that Miguel had shoved the Ivorian striker in the back, as he tried to control Sneijder’s pass and pointed to the spot. The former Chelsea frontman, who had a remarkable scoring record against Arsenal during his time in England, stepped up and sent Szecensy the wrong way. With the game heading for a draw, Drogba once again controlled Sneijder’s pass in the area sweetly and slammed in the winner...

Andre Villas-Boas has slammed Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti, for publicly courting Gareth Bale. The Tottenham manager was forced to answer questions about Bale’s future, after his side lost 5-2 to Monaco in a friendly played on Saturday. The Welsh Winger did not travel with the squad, with negotiations ongoing for his move to Madrid. Asked if Ancelotti had acted improperly, Villas-Boas said: “I think so, in my opinion. “Carlo is a person I appreciate a lot and we have great respect for each other, but bearing in mind this situation they have decided to make it public. “Normally in situations like this it is scrutinised by the Football Association with lots of care and attention. We have seen lots of people speak about a player that is not theirs and we are due some respect. “These rumours of an imminent transfer are not true. The only thing we have communicated with Real Madrid is that he is our player and he is not for sale. “Gareth is a guy I really like. We are ta...

Leader of the Niger Delta Peoples Volunteer Force, NDPF, Alhaji Asari Dokubo, has accused the four northern governors who visited the former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, of playing sectional politics. The four northern Governors who had earlier visited the Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, also met with former Heads of state, Generals Ibrahim Babangida and Abdulsalami Abubakar in Minna. Describing the visit as “a wasteful venture”, Dokubo said, no matter the gang-up against the re-election bid of President Goodluck Jonathan, he will emerge victorious. According to him, Obasanjo no longer has the clout to influence or dictate national politics, saying he cannot decide what will happen in the 2015 election. The ex-militant leader in an interview with Sunday Independent, asked “Where were those four Governors when Obasanjo was President of Nigeria for eight years? “I agree that Obasanjo helped in contributing to the emergence of Goodluck Jonathan as president, the Ijaws ...

A father of four, Mr. Sylvester Ezema, of Akpa Edem, Nsukka, Enugu State was on Saturday set ablaze by one Sunday Ugwuoke of the same community. The incident, which happened in the early hours of morning has created much confusion and tension in the community. A source who pleaded anonymity said that the victim was ambushed around 5:30 a.m when he came out to urinate. According to him, “Ugwuoke on sighting Ezema, poured petrol on him before setting him ablaze. After the heinous act, he ran away and is still at large till now”. He further revealed that the shouting of the victim attracted sympathizers, who rushed him to Chukwudi Hospital Nsukka, where he later died. Meanwhile, Ugwuoke was alleged to have told some of his friends that he had warned the victim several times to stop having amorous relationship with his mother. Efforts by our correspondent to get reactions from the deceased’s family proved abortive as they declined comment. When contacted, the Enugu State Poli...

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Senator Gbenga Ashafa Senator representing Lagos East Constituency, ‘Gbenga Ashafa, has said the Peoples Democratic Party has no “convincing” candidates for the 2015 elections. He stated this during the graduation ceremony for 50 students from an Information Communication Technology empowerment programme, funded by him in Lagos on Friday. Ashafa, who described the tenure of the PDP as “non-productive and non-progressive”, said Nigeria needed leaders that were ready to make sacrifices for the development and empowerment of the youth. He said, “Nigeria, under the leadership of the PDP, suffered setbacks and challenges more than progress. The registration of the All Progressives Congress shows that Nigeria can be great again. “PDP has failed this country and it has no convincing candidates again. This is why there is no reason why we should give the party another opportunity. “Look at the 15 years that the PDP has ruled this country, what can we show for it? All what we have...

National Publicity Secretary, Congress for Progressive Change, Mr. Rotimi Fashakin The Congress for Progressive Change in Ogun State has disowned its governorship candidate in the 2011 gubernatorial election, Wale Okunniyi, over the recent emergence of campaign posters in parts of the state, proclaiming him the party’s flagbearer in the 2015 poll. This is coming on the heels of a statement credited Okunniyi, in w2hich he was said to have vowed that the CPC bloc within the All Progressives Congress would produce a candidate that would vie for the guberbatorial ticket of the newly formed party in the state with Governor Ibikunle Amosun for the 2015 poll. The CPC, which along with the All Nigeria Peoples Party, recently merged with the Action Congress of Nigeria to form the APC, has however assured Amosun, the incumbent governor of the state, of its loyalty and support. The CPC, in a statement jointly signed by its State Chairman, Adekunle Mudashiru; and Publicity Secretary, Sin...

So, yesterday at D'Banj's younger sister's wedding, D'banj and Don Jazzy thrilled guests when they performed their hit songs 'Fall in Love, Endowed and Suddenly. Here's the video of their performance. I so wish this two will surprise us with a reunion.

Health workers in the country, have given Health Minister, Prof. Onyebuchi Chukwu, 21 days to implement the judgement of National Industrial Court, NIC, on the 2009 agreement they had with the Federal Government or face an industrial action. Justice B.A. Adejumo of the NIC had ruled in favour of the workers, operating under the aegis of Joint Health Sector Union, JOHESU, on the implementation of the 2009 agreement but dismissed their prayers on the National Health Bill. In a letter to the Minister of Health in Abuja,  weekend, JOHESU called on the minister to immediately commence the implementation of the NIC ruling within 21 days or risk a massive industrial action in the sector. The letter entitled “Compliance and implementation of National Industrial Court of Nigeria, NICN, judgement in respect of suit No. NICN/ABJ/238/2012 delivered on Monday, July 22, 2013,” was signed by the JOHESU chairman, Dr. Ayuba Waba, and two others. The letter read: “We urge your ministry to gi...

The build up to the August 14 Mandela Challenge prestige clash between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and South Africa’s Bafana Bafana has started to reach the real actors of the game, with Chelsea of England’s Victor Moses, declaring that he has missed his colleagues in the national team and cannot wait for the Mandale Challenge to reunite with them. Super Eagles Scribe Dayo Enebi Achor, was quoted by Media Officer, Ben Alaiya, as saying that Moses was the first player to put   a call though to the team to say he will be available for the game and will be among the first player to arrive South Africa for the game. Nigeria’s Midfielder Victor Moses vies with Ethiopia’s defender Biyadiglign Eliase during the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations Group C match at Royal Bafokeng stadium in Rustenburg on January 29, 2013. AFP PHOTO / ALEXANDER JOE In consonance with renewed interest by the national team stars for the game, Obinna Nsofor, has been making desperate enquiries about his ret...

THE Osun State Commissioner of Police, Mrs Dorothy Gimba, has ordered an investigations into the case of attempted defilement of a four-year-old girl by one Lateef Olateju, a barber, at Yemoja area in Ido-Osun, Egbedore Local Government Area of the state. The commissioner also directed the family unit of the state Police command to ensure proper medical care for the victim, a pupil of Ibiyemi pre-primary school in Ido-Osun. It was gathered that Olateju had attempted to defile girl at his barbing salon on August 2, this year before one Obisesan Gbolahan caught him and reported the matter at Dada Estate Police Station in Osogbo. The suspect, however, escaped from the scene of the incident and his whereabouts could not be ascertained at press time. The victim was handed over to the police and the development prompted the state Commissioner of Police to order detectives in the command to ensure the arrest of the suspect. She also directed that the victims  be given adequate med...

THE Ogun State  command of the Nigeria Police Force has agreed to deploy over 5,000 policemen to complete the efforts of a detachment of Federal Road Safety Corps members as well as officers and men of the Nigeria’s Security and Civil Defence Corps to provide needed security as the Redeemed Christian Church of God begins its annual convention today. A source close to the church told Vanguard last night that participants who are coming for any of the programmes only need to obey instructions of the officers, some of whom will be drawn fron Lagos State. According to the source, the church on its own has mobi-lised thousands of its workers to maintain law and order in and around the Camp as well as the Lagos-Ibadan Express-way throughout the period of the convention, noting that the Ogun State Command had already established a division in the fast growing city. Asked if the facilities in the Camp would be enough to cater for the needs of huge number of persons expected during t...

Happy belated birthday to Barack Hussein Obama II, who, according to an expertly rendered Democratic National Committee file known as birth-certificate-re-do.jpg turned 52 years old yesterday. The president celebrated the big five-two by “spending part of the day at the Camp David presidential retreat in Maryland after playing golf yesterday with friends from his Hawaii and Chicago days,” E! News reports . Michelle Obama tweeted a photo of the couple and captioned the image : “Happy birthday, Barack! Your hair’s a little grayer, but I love you more than ever.” Note that this message follows the accepted social metrics for joking about old age on a loved one’s birthday. It is not O.K. to joke about old age on, for instance, a 50th birthday due to actual self-consciousness on the part of the celebrant. It is O.K. to joke about old age on minor birthdays—say, 52—because 52 is not really a Thing. The 55th birthday is tricky because there are no hard and fast rules about good-natured te...

A British teenager has died after falling from a hotel in Spain. Thomas Ousby, 19, died after falling from a fire escape on the ninth floor of a four-star hotel in Magaluf, Majorca, according to reports. Mr Ousby, who was believed to be staying at another hotel, had spoken about returning to the UK days before his death on Thursday. The aspiring model and musician from London wrote on Twitter: "Magas all good, coming home sometime this week tho." He told friends he was promoting bars and boat trips at the party resort, tweeting in June: "Crazy times haha! It's all good selling tickets for bar crawls n boat parties." Tributes flooded on to the social networking site, including a picture of his name spelled out in tea-light candles. Lily Delphine, 18, a film student from London, wrote: "I wish we were all together again", adding, "On the balcony with everyone, having a cheeky drink and listening to toms ipod." Danielle McCabe tw...