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Banks that disabled InterSwitch Cards for Internet Use

One of the core functions of an InterSwitch ATM/Debit card is using it to pay for goods and services via the Internet. However, fraud has always been a big problem since all that is needed to use this card on the Internet is the 19-digit card number and PIN code. I am not sure InterSwitch [...]

ATM Woes in Nigeria: Your Financial Institution is NOT available

I have read several serious complaints from ATM card holders, about using their cards in Nigeria. I once saw a hilarious headline on a popular Nigerian web forum where a poster mischievously defined ATMs as “Automated Thieving Machines” The only serious problem I have experienced with using an ATM in Nigeria was due to [...]

Norum Yobo Released

I thought I should highlight the fact that Norum Yobo, brother of Nigerian football star Joseph Yobo has been released by his kidnappers who had hitherto demanded for a $10,000 ransom to be paid via e-gold. According to Goal.com:
Yobo’s Brother Set Free By Kidnappers
Joseph Yobo’s brother Norum has been released, Everton have confirmed on their [...]

Interswitch Nigeria & member banks move against ATM fraudsters

Long after several people have been defrauded of their money through social engineering scams, Interswitch Nigeria the leading issuer of local ATM/Debit cards appears to be acting now. According to a recent report by Daily Trust:

Interswitch Nigeria Limited in collaboration with banks last week inaugurated an awareness campaign to protect ATM card holders against fraudsters [...]

How to be “Proudly Nigerian”

So you are a Nigerian? Or perhaps you are not? Either way, you are a citizen of some country somewhere and there comes a time in your life when you feel like you really love your country and would want the very best for your country. I cannot fathom a better way to be patriotic, [...]

Moments with Mo

Moments with Mo

I have been seeing ads about “Moments with Mo” on DSTV channels for several weeks now but never bothered to check it out. I watched a full episode of the talk show on MNET West for the first time, today. It was terribly hilarious. Why? Today’s episode was all about laughter and the need to [...]

Web hosting in Nigeria

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As Xenophobic as South Africans

A look at the disgraceful xenophobia exhibited by many South Africans.

Is Google Adsense working for Africa?

Making money online with Google Adsense. Will I earn less if I reside in Africa?

Africa Magic Plus - Multichoice’s newest channel

I have often wondered why Multichoice did not name their Africa Magic channel, “Nigeria Magic”
The reason is very obvious to any observer: most of the content aired on Africa Magic is either from Nigeria or by Nigerians. Not that I have anything against Nigeria and its people but I know the content could be much [...]

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