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Meet Nigeria’s Nationalist, Obafemi Awolowo

Rufus Okoro Chief Obafemi Awolowo (1909 – 1987) was a Nigerian nationalist, lawyer, statesman, and one of the country’s most influential political leaders. Born Obafemi Jeremiah Oyeniyi Awolowo on March 6, 1909, in Ikenné, present-day Ogun State, Nigeria. He studied law at the University of London and qualified as a barrister. Awolowo founded the Action Group (AG) political party in 1951. He served as the Premier of the Western Region from 1954 to 1960, later emerged the Leader of the Opposition in Nigeria’s federal parliament. ALSO READ >>> Meet Nigeria’s First President, Nnamdi Azikiwe He served as the Vice-Chairman of the Federal Executive Council and Minister of Finance, during the Nigerian Civil War, 1967–1971. Awolowo introduced free primary education and free healthcare for children in the Western Region, which became a model in Nigeria. He advocated federalism as the best system for Nigeria’s diverse ethnic groups. He was widely know...

The Nostalgia of Nokia 3310

While the world is currently cruising with countless sophisticated phones, it can possibly forget the emergence and history of Nokia 3310, onetime most reliable and rugged cell phone in the market.

The Nokia 3310 refers to an iconic, durable GSM mobile phone released by Nokia in 2000, known for its longevity and cult status, which was later re-imagined and relaunched in 2017 with a new design and modern features like an updated UI, 2.4-inch screen, and optional dual-SIM functionality.

The original 3310 sold over 126 million units and is one of the most recognizable phones in history, while the newer 3310 (2017) offers a refreshed design, improved readability in sunlight, FM radio, and MP3 player, all available at reasonable prices in the Nigerian market.

The Original Nokia 3310 (2000)

Legacy:
An immensely popular and iconic mobile phone, famous for its exceptional durability and long-lasting battery life. Sales:
Over 126 million units were sold worldwide, making it one of the most successful phones ever.

Features:
A GSM mobile phone, it was a predecessor to more modern phones by offering calling and text capabilities.

The Nokia 3310 (2017)

Modernization:
A modern revival of the classic, keeping the recognizable silhouette but with contemporary updates.

Display:
Features a 2.4-inch curved display with a polarized layer for better readability in bright sunlight.

User Interface:
A new user interface with a fresh look compared to the original model.

Connectivity:
Available in single and dual SIM variants, with 2G connectivity for calls and texts, as well as Bluetooth and FM radio.

Media:
Includes an MP3 player for music and a microSD card slot to expand its 16MB of internal storage.

Battery:
Offers excellent battery life, with up to 22 hours of talk time.

Colours:
Comes in a range of stylish colors including Red, Yellow, Dark Blue, and Grey.