LCCI to Organise Seminar on Cashless Economy
The Information Communication Technology and Telecommunications Group (ICTTG) of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) is set to hold a seminar tagged “The Role of ICT in a Cashless Economy” in Lagos. The president of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Alhaji Remi Bello, FCA; Mr. Folashodun Adebisi Shonubi, Managing Director, Nigeria […]
Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry Launches Data Centre to Support SMEs
During the Abuja International ICT Conference and Expo 2015, the president of the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), Mr. Tony Ejinkeonye, said that the chamber has developed a database to assist its members and other businesses benefit from global trends in business development. He said: “You cannot separate business from ICT. We are doing this […]
Africa’s Poverty Rate Drops to 43%, New World Bank Report Reveals
A new World Bank report has put Africa’s poverty rate at 43 per cent compared to a previous figure of 56 per cent. The World Bank Vice President, Africa Region, Mr. Makhtar Diop said during a video conference on End Poverty Day that the latest estimates came as “good news in the context where we […]
Igho Sanomi Named Africa’s Number One Under-40 Business Leader Again
The world renowned Institut Choiseul for International Politics and Geoeconomics based in Paris, France, has released its latest ranking of the top 100 young economic leaders of Africa. The 2015 list ranks Igho Sanomi, the Founder and CEO of Taleveras, at the top of the Choiseul 100 Africa 2015: Economic Leaders for Tomorrow. Mr. Sanomi was […]
EU, 12 Countries to Participate in 2015 LCCI Trade Fair
The Chairman, Trade Promotion Board of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), Dr Michael Olawale-Cole on Friday said the European Union (EU) had indicated interest to participate in the 29th edition of the Lagos International Trade Fair which is set to hold at three different venues: Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Onikan, the Muson Centre, Onikan and Freedom Park, […]
Ex-Mr. Nigeria to Launch Campaign Against Domestic Violence
Emmanuel Ikubese, the 2014 Mr. Nigeria and first runner-up Mr. World, is set to launch his pet project “Respect A Woman (RAW).” According to Pulse, he said “The Project RAW is a domestic violence awareness campaign. The acronym RAW stands for Respect A Woman, I believe no man will ever hit his mother because of respect. If such […]
Meristem Launches First Naira Trading Platform
Meristem Securities Limited has launched a new trading platform, MeriFX. This platform is Nigeria’s first naira multi-derivative assets platform. With the new trading platform, one can now trade Forex, commodities, indices and equities all from one trading account in Naira. At the launch of the product, the Managing Director, Meristem Stockbrockers Ltd, Mrs. Gbadunola Sokunbi said “MeriFX offers […]
John Dumelo Set to Launch His Mobile Game App
Popular Ghanaian actor, John Dumelo is set to launch his first mobile game app called “Aya” next year. John Dumelo said: “AYA! The unique thing about this adventurous game is that it is set in cosmopolitan Accra, Nigeria and other parts of Africa. One can therefore see many of the iconic structures that define some cities in […]
Samsung’s 4GB RAM Device Debuts in Nigeria
Samsung Electronics has launched the first device to come loaded with 4GB of RAM in Nigeria. The device is the Galaxy Note 5, an addition to the Galaxy Note family. The device was formally unveiled at a media launch, which took place in Lagos. The Galaxy Note 5 has a beautiful screen and a suite of […]
FG to Introduce Zero-Based Budget System
The Federal Government has announced plans to introduce a zero-based budget system in line with its anti-corruption crusade and to block leakages in the public service. Vice President Yemi Osinbajo told the ongoing Nigerian Economic Summit on Wednesday, 14th October, 2015 in Abuja that the initiative would require ministries, departments and agencies to justify their […]
Congratulations to the Millionaire Blogger, Linda Ikeji
Love her or hate her, Linda Ikeji is one phenomenal woman we can’t help but admire. Despite her very controversial content and antics, you’d have to agree that she is strong, hardworking and determined to succeed against all odds and these are the things I choose to celebrate about her. Linda Ikeji is is a 35-year-old Nigerian blogger, writer, model […]
Philips Obioha Wins Titan of Technology 2015 Merit Award
The Titans of Tech award is a yearly award organised by Technology Africa. It was designed to acknowledge outstanding individuals and organisations that have contributed to the growth and development of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector of the country. Mr. Philips Obioha, the Chief Operating Officer of Computer Warehouse Group (CWG), was awarded the […]
#PhotoSpeaks: Medic West Africa Healthcare Exhibition and Conferences
Stakeholders in West Africa’s healthcare industry converged at Eko International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Lagos from 14 – 16 October, 2015 to showcase the latest innovative healthcare products and services to more than 4000 attendees at the Medic West Africa Exhibition and Conferences. The 3-day event was aimed at improving health outcomes and facilitate the treatment process in West Africa. […]
Meet Your New Ministers Part 1
The Senate has confirmed the nomination of the following ministerial nominees: Udoma Udo Udoma, John Kayode Fayemi, Audu Ogbeh, Ogbonnaya Onu, Abdulrahman Dambazzau, Osagie Ehanire, Lai Mohammed, Amina Ibrahim, Mohammed Suleima, Hussaini Adamu, Usman Jubril, Babatunde Fashola, Ibe Kachikwu, Abubakar Malami, Chris Ngige, Aisha Al Hassan, Solomon Dalong, Kemi Adeosun and Hadi Sirika. This took […]
First NYSC Enterprise Funding Fair to Hold on 15th October
The first NYSC Enterprise Funding Fair will hold tomorrow, Thursday 15th October 2015 at the NYSC Camp Ground, Iyana Ipaja, Lagos from 8 a.m to 2 p.m. The funding fair is targeted at NYSC members who are participating in or have completed the NYSC Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurial Development (SAED) programme and are looking for financing, investment and partnerships […]
GTB Launches $15 Million SMEs Development Scheme
Guaranty Trust Bank Plc. has launched a N3 billion (about $15.2 million) scheme in partnership with Agence Française de Development (AFD) to promote Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) development in Nigeria. According to a statement issued by the bank in Lagos, the initiative is designed to boost financing for business start-ups and development projects in […]