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Six Affordable Nokia Phones You Can Purchase
Buying a phone can be arduous, especially when you want great design, durability and functionality at a reasonable price.
The exciting news is, despite your budget, there is the perfect Nokia phone for your needs. Every Nokia phone is built to last, undergoing tougher tests than the industry average, giving you peace of mind.
Each phone is beautiful with a timeless Finnish design and provides experiences at a great value. Three reasons to choose a Nokia phone is because you will love it, trust it and want to keep it.
Together for longer with Nokia 1.4
Feel more connected to the people and things you love with the Nokia 1.4. The big 6.51” HD+ screen is perfect for learning and playtime with the kids, and it’s easy to capture beautiful photos with the versatile Camera Go app and focus on what you love with a built-in macro camera. Like family, this is a phone you can count on- featuring a two-day battery life1 Qualcomm chipset and fingerprint sensor.
Enjoy all of these and more with the Nokia 1.4 selling at N46,500.
Cherish every moment with Nokia C20 and Nokia C10
With the all-day battery life and stunningly clear 6.5” HD+ screen, spending a quiet moment alone or with your family has just become more enjoyable. Immerse yourself in your favourite tunes while travelling to work or settle in to watch a film with the kids.
The latest additions to the popular C Series range bring forward much-loved features like Android 11TM (Go edition), adding up to 20% faster speeds, and improved security features, as well as Nokia smartphone durability with quarterly security updates for two years.
The Nokia C20 is an ultra-high value smartphone that comes with standout features that include the front and rear LED flash to capture those special moments even in low-light. Spend more time speaking to those you love. With fast 4G, you can keep in touch with family on facetime, even on the move. With its Octa-core processor and the latest operating system, you can rely on C20 to get things done swiftly. Enjoy all this and more with just N40,400.
Nokia C10 is the most affordable device of the new portfolio. The Nokia C10 showcases its Nordic heritage in tandem with Nokia smartphones’ trademark durability, and the superior build quality stems from rigorous testing and attention to the most minute details. The ergonomically designed casing with a micro-texture finish makes it easy to hold even for the smallest of hands.
The Nokia C10 is available in stores or on the Nokia official store on Jumia for only N36,000.
A modern classic reimagined -the new Nokia 3310
Fall in love over again with the iconic Nokia 3310, built with care and made to last. With the new Nokia 3310, you can enjoy longer conversations with family, friends and colleagues; and trust its long-lasting battery to take you through the day.
Remember the legendary Snake game? It is back with an even better twist and a little update that makes it more fun to play in colour.
Access popular web content with Opera Mini Browser and manage communication easily with seamless Dual SIM switching.
With four attractive shades to choose from, you can pick a Nokia 3310 that matches your style at just N19,000.
Long-lasting battery with everyday essentials Nokia 105
Inspired by the heritage of Nokia phones, its contoured modern design makes the Nokia 105 a great fit in hand. Featuring inherent colour throughout its polycarbonate casing, minimising the visual impact of knocks and bumps, Nokia 105 is built for everyday life, delivering the quality, reliability and robust design fans expect from a Nokia phone.
Call family and friends for hours on end without worrying about the battery life. With up to 2,000 contacts and 500 SMS storage space, you’ll always have the information that matters to you, ensuring you stay connected with all your contacts from one device.
Additionally, take your music on the go, with Nokia 105’s built-in FM radio and light up your way with the ever-popular LED torchlight – simply press the up key twice to quickly turn the torch on and off.
Get the Nokia 105 for only N6,400.
Mix up the beat with the Nokia 5310
Keep the music flowing both indoors and outdoors with the Nokia 5310. Mix up the beat, anytime, anywhere, thanks to the MP3 player and wireless FM radio. Enjoy the sound of your favourite songs wherever you are with the dual front-facing speakers.. The Nokia 5310 also comes with dedicated music buttons, meaning you can adjust the volume and shuffle through tracks with ease.
With all the reliability you would expect of a Nokia phone, the Nokia 5310 has a battery life that keeps you connected day after day. Stay connected more with a battery that lasts for up to 30 days in standby mode, and keep those calls going from sunrise to sunset.
Get the Nokia 5310 for N17,700, from any offline partner store or the Nokia official store on Jumia.
There you have it. Six phones specially curated to make your life better and keep your wallet smiling.
You can purchase your Nokia mobile at any offline partner store – Finet, Slot, Spar, Pointek, Royalline or 3CHub or the Nokia official store on Jumia.
1Battery is based on a real-life usage test by HMD Global.
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
The Governor of Lagos State, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has declared that Africa’s rise in technology is unstoppable, noting that his state will continue to play a prominent role in the ecosystem.
The Lagos Governor made this declaration at the GITEX Africa Digital Summit in Morocco, where the state government sponsored 25 startups in partnership with the Dubai World Trade Centre to demonstrate its commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.
GITEX Africa Morocco is Africa’s largest and most influential tech and startup event, renowned for showcasing technological advancements, innovations, and digital transformation.
The event provided a platform for Nigerian startups to pitch their ideas, connect with investors, and network with industry leaders on a global scale.
The small firms sponsored by the state government included Pocket Food, Access Tech, Printivo, Startup Lagos, Eko Institute of Technology, Kirgawa, Qore, Imperial EdTech, Bunce, Etaps, and Innovia Labs.
Mr Sanwo-Olu, who also attended the summit with the delegation, highlighted the remarkable growth of Africa’s tech start-up sector and emphasised that Nigerian tech start-ups surpassed the $4 billion mark in 2022, with Lagos playing a leading role in the continent’s digital transformation.
He said that from Nairobi to Cape Town and Rwanda to Morocco, the continent was emerging as a global tech hub, attracting local and international investments.
He then called for continued collaboration between the public and private sectors to harness Africa’s limitless potential.
GITEX Africa Morocco brings together the brightest minds, entrepreneurs, and investors worldwide to explore Africa’s rapidly advancing tech landscape.
With a focus on AI, Cybersecurity, Fintech, Cloud Computing, and Connectivity, the event offers invaluable insights and opportunities to shape inclusive digital societies and drive technological advancements across various sectors.
The Special Adviser to the Governor of Lagos, Tunbosun Alake; the Commissioner for Science and Technology, Mr Hakeem Fahm; and the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Science and Technology, Mrs Ibilola Kasunmu, were among the delegation.
The Lagos team and startups were also supported by the Eko Innovation Centre, an innovation hub focused on driving the growth of startups and promoting digital transformation in Nigeria.
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
All is now set for unveiling the State of Web 3.0 in Africa report by a dynamic blockchain technology company, Emurgo Africa.
The study, the first on the continent, aims to fill a knowledge gap by examining the potential of these technologies to advance social and economic development in Africa.
It presents a detailed view of the current landscape and prospects of Web 3.0 technologies in the region, featuring real-world use cases, possibilities and obstacles connected with their adoption.
It was gathered that work explored various aspects of Web 3.0, such as decentralized finance (DeFi), blockchain technology, digital identity, smart contracts, and data privacy.
It also looked into the regulatory environment, infrastructure, and access to technology in the target nations, identifying areas for development that will facilitate the growth and adoption of Web 3.0 technologies.
The chief executive of Emurgo Africa, Mr Ahmed M. Amer, while commenting on the reports, which would be released on June 23, 2023, at a media conference in Nairobi, Kenya, said, “The future of Web 3.0 technologies in Africa is bright, with the potential to drive unprecedented social, financial and economic development across the continent.
“This report emphasizes the critical importance of collaboration between stakeholders, policymakers, and regulators in fully realizing the transformative power of Web 3.0 technologies in Africa.”
Expected at the unveiling are industry leaders, policymakers and the press, as well as key figures from prominent blockchain investors, developers and ecosystem players, including NODO, CVVC, GreenHouse Capital, PwC and Cardano.
Web 3.0 technologies are gradually becoming popular in Africa, and this report by Emurgo Africa will highlight the rapidly-evolving landscape, providing an in-depth analysis of their impact, opportunities, and challenges and offering recommendations for fostering growth and measurable impact.
The system can potentially bring transformative change to industries such as trade and industry, financial services and lending, supply chain management and logistics and healthcare provision and accessibility.
Factors such as regulatory clarity, infrastructure development, and collaboration between stakeholders will play a significant role in these technologies’ widespread use and successful implementation.
Key findings from the report include the immense opportunities for the African continent through the adoption of Web 3.0 technologies, a staggering 1,668 per cent increase in investment in blockchain technology in Africa between 2021 and 2022, and the crucial importance of collaboration between industry stakeholders, policymakers, and regulators in fostering an environment conducive to the growth of Web 3.0 technologies.
By Adedapo Adesanya
A new study showed that Nigeria was among those that pledged to uphold free Internet according to a 2021 United Nations resolution but yet imposed restrictions.
The UN resolution on human rights on the internet aims to protect and promote human rights online, but some supporting countries have broken their word, according to a study by Cybersecurity company Surfshark, analysing UN countries’ stances in the 2021 UN Human Rights Council (HRC) Resolution on the promotion, protection, and enjoyment of human rights on the internet.
It was conducted by comparing countries’ stances with data from Surfshark’s Internet Shutdown Tracker, Surfshark was able to identify 5 African countries that claimed to support the resolution but “broke their word” by imposing internet restrictions.
On Nigeria’s end, it had one ongoing restriction at the time of the resolution’s adoption but has had no new restrictions since then.
Nigeria had banned Twitter a month before the adoption, and the restriction lasted until January 2022.
The federal government suspended Twitter on June 4, 2021, after it removed a post from President Muhammadu Buhari that threatened to punish regional secessionists.
The FG told the nation’s telecommunication companies to block access to users in Nigeria, leading users to fall to the use of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). It was not until January 13, 2022, that the suspension was lifted.
Other African countries that supported the 2021 UN resolution but “broke their word” were Sudan, Burkina Faso, Mauritania, and Somalia.
The report noted that Sudan has “broken its word” the most in Africa, with nine internet disruptions that took place after the country supported the 2021 resolution, the first one happening amid the 2021 military coup.
Burkina Faso comes in second, with four restrictions since the resolution’s adoption in 2021. The country’s 2022 restriction on Facebook is still in place today. Mauritania and Somalia both had one internet restriction since supporting the resolution. Mauritania restricted mobile internet amid a prison riot, and Somalia had an internet blackout after the parliament voted to remove the prime minister.
Speaking on this, Gabriele Racaityte-Krasauske, Surfshark spokeswoman, said, “In today’s world, internet shutdowns have become a major concern. Authoritarian governments frequently employ them as a means to manipulate the public and stifle free speech. The UN resolution on human rights on the internet aims to make countries openly condemn these shutdowns and other ways of restricting online speech.”
“However, it’s concerning that even though 5 African countries publicly supported the resolution, they still imposed internet restrictions. It’s important to promote an open and accessible internet and pressure countries to uphold their commitments regarding human rights online,” she said.
Nine countries from other continents also “broke their word”: India, Cuba, Uzbekistan, Pakistan, Russia, Brazil, Armenia, Indonesia, and Ukraine.
Surfshark’s Internet Shutdown Tracker reveals that there were a total of 58 internet disruptions in these 14 countries during or after the adoption of the resolution.
India stands out as the country that has “broken its word” the most, with 19 internet disruptions since the resolution’s adoption in 2021, adding that if it included the Jammu and Kashmir region, this number would be even higher.
The Human Rights Council convenes at least three regular sessions annually. The upcoming 53rd session is scheduled for the summer of 2023.
“While the agenda of the specific resolution is currently unknown, Surfshark will keep an eye out for any updates regarding upcoming UN resolutions on human rights on the internet,” the firm noted.
