4 Year Old MissyMissi Speaks Against Xenophobia
24th April 2015
While the Nigerian Government have already commenced plans to evacuate Nigerians from South Africa to prevent further spread of the xenophobic attacks and world leaders have continued to condemn the violence, the young girl in this video preaches love and peace in the cutest way possible. Her message is too clear and powerful to ignore. … Continue reading 4 Year Old MissyMissi Speaks Against Xenophobia
Jumpspace Communications: Training the New Generation of Nigerian Tech Kids
17th April 2015
Imagine the next big mobile app developer being a 5-year-old Nigerian! Thanks to the efforts of Jumpspace Communications, we aren’t too far off from making this reality. Jumpspace Communications is a leading software development company based in Lagos. Its team of experts provide a stellar range of services that cover the strategy, design and development … Continue reading Jumpspace Communications: Training the New Generation of Nigerian Tech Kids
CNTV: Meet The Boss, Tito Ladipo, Femme Fatale
CNTV presents an interesting episode of Meet the Boss, a show that shines the spotlight on successful SMEs in Nigeria and their fabulous owners. This stems from our passion for promoting young entrepreneurs. With that said, here’s someone you definitely need to meet: Tito Ladipo, the CEO of Femme Fatale. On this episode, Ms. Ladipo tells … Continue reading CNTV: Meet The Boss, Tito Ladipo, Femme Fatale
Jonathan Prepared to Hand Over to Buhari on 28th May, 2015
The Federal Government has said that the President-elect, Muhammadu Buhari will receive the hand-over note from the outgoing government on May 28, a day before his inauguration. He will be hosted to a dinner, which will be President Goodluck Jonathan’s last official engagement on May 28 and be given the notes, the Minister of Information, Patricia Akwashiki said. … Continue reading Jonathan Prepared to Hand Over to Buhari on 28th May, 2015
Become the 2015 Miss United Nations Nigeria and Win $10,000
16th April 2015
Are you a young lady interested in being an Ambassador of Nigeria at the United Nations? Here’s your chance: The Miss United Nations Nigeria Pageant 2015 is calling for entries. According to its official press release, the pageant seeks to give young women the opportunity to come together regardless of their background, and to build … Continue reading Become the 2015 Miss United Nations Nigeria and Win $10,000
Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
15th April 2015
1. Global auditing firm, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC) has ranked Lagos among the top 10 African Cities. 2. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has fixed Saturday, 25th April for the run-off election between Darius Ishaku of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Senator Aisha Jummai Al-Hassan of the All Progressives Congress (APC). 3. Kia Motors Nigeria has promised … Continue reading Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
Meet the Connect Nigeria Writers’ Conference Speakers: Ope Great
As part of our CSR initiative, Connect Nigeria will be holding its 2nd annual Writers’ Conference tagged ‘The Business of Writing 2′. We are pleased to announce that one of the attendees of last year’s conference has published her first book! Therefore, we will be having Awoyode Ope Great, the CEO of Easy Voucher Limited as one … Continue reading Meet the Connect Nigeria Writers’ Conference Speakers: Ope Great
Federal Government Kicks Off Horticulture Training in Six Schools
14th April 2015
With the objective to drive the economic empowerment of youths through agricultural entrepreneurship, the Federal Government – via the platform of the National Schools Agricultural Programme (NSAP), which was set up in October 2014 – has flagged off another workshop targeting the younger generation. The workshop which focused on horticulture training for students of the … Continue reading Federal Government Kicks Off Horticulture Training in Six Schools
Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
13th April 2015
1. Akinwunmi Ambode has been declared the winner of the Lagos State governorship elections which took place on Saturday, 11th April, 2015. 2. Royal Dutch Shell Plc., the parent company of the Shell Petroleum Development Company has said that the company paid to the Federal Government a total of $48bn (N9.46tn) in royalties and taxes from 2010 to … Continue reading Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
Why We Love Aliko Dangote
11th April 2015
The Connect Nigeria team celebrates Mr. Aliko Dangote who turned 58 on the 10th of April, 2015! The 2014 Forbes Africa Person of the Year undeniably stands out as an inspiration to millions of aspiring and current entrepreneurs across the continent. His many business achievements, positive contributions to society and the multi-million dollar empire he has grown … Continue reading Why We Love Aliko Dangote
Meet the Connect Nigeria Writers’ Conference Speakers: Uduak Isong
10th April 2015
At the Connect Nigeria Writers’ Conference 2015, aspiring scriptwriters will learn how to write a winning script. To achieve this, we have invited one of the most seasoned Nigerian writers who specializes in screenplays, Uduak Isong, to share her wealth of experience with us. Uduak Isong Oguamanam holds a first degree in Communication and Arts/Russian … Continue reading Meet the Connect Nigeria Writers’ Conference Speakers: Uduak Isong
Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
1. The Super Falcons have promised a comprehensive victory when they face Mali in an All Africa Games (AAG) qualifier at the Abuja National Stadium today. 2. Stanbic IBTC Bank said it has secured a $90 million line of credit facility from the FMO. 3. A Bangladeshi firm, International Investment Facilitation Company will deliver the framework for the financial inclusion … Continue reading Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
9th April 2015
1. United Bank for Africa Plc. has deployed a new information technology platform to boost its electronic banking channels. 2. Spectranet, a fourth generation long term evolution (4G LTE) internet service provider, has partnered with iROKOtv.com, Africa’s premier internet television provider, to launch exciting movies on the television channels. 3. ARSO President, Dr. Joseph Odumodu has stated … Continue reading Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
Urgent: Please Help Us Find These Kids
The kids in the picture above are: Aderomola Orekoya, 11 months; Adedamola Orekoya, 4 years and Demola Orekoya, 6 years old respectively. They have been missing for over 24 hours after their new house help left the house with them. All efforts to trace them so far has been abortive. If you have any information … Continue reading Urgent: Please Help Us Find These Kids
4 Financial Decisions to Make in Your 20s
Over the Easter holiday, somebody asked me how old I was, and I impulsively answered. It dawned on me that I am already in my ‘late 20s’ and the realization almost made me dizzy – time indeed waits for no one. I think the biggest reality check that I’ve had so far – that is … Continue reading 4 Financial Decisions to Make in Your 20s
Genevieve Magazine’s Finance Management Workshop to Hold in April
8th April 2015
Would you like to improve your net worth and take better control of your money? There is good news for you! Genevieve Nigeria will host a special one-day workshop tagged ‘Becoming Financially Fearless’ on 30th April, 2015. The event is aimed at empowering women of all ages to become better personal and business managers. A range of high-profile … Continue reading Genevieve Magazine’s Finance Management Workshop to Hold in April
Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
1. Pepsi Football Academy has underlined its rising profile in beach soccer with a commanding performance in this year’s edition of Gidi Culture Festival at the weekend in Lagos. 2. The Chief Executive Officer of Transnational Corporation of Nigeria (Transcorp), Mr. Emmanuel Nnorom has said the withdrawal of SacOil Holdings Limited from participating in OPL … Continue reading Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
Nigeria Drawn Against Burkina Faso in CHAN 2016
6th April 2015
Home-based Super Eagles of Nigeria have been given a tough battle against the Stallions of Burkina Faso in the qualifiers for next year’s African Nations Championship to be hosted by Rwanda. The draw, held last night in Cairo, Egypt by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), pitted Nigeria against Burkina Faso in a tough double … Continue reading Nigeria Drawn Against Burkina Faso in CHAN 2016
What Easter Means to Me: A Celebration of Forgiveness
2nd April 2015
For some time now, I haven’t been a fan of holidays. However, I usually take a moment to reflect on what is being celebrated and how it affects our daily lives. Easter to me in my incipient age was about tons and tons of chocolate packaged in colourful boxes decorated with dancing bunnies, grass and blue … Continue reading What Easter Means to Me: A Celebration of Forgiveness
Meet the Connect Nigeria Writers’ Conference Speakers: Okechukwu Ofili
30th March 2015
At Connect Nigeria’s first annual Writers’ Conference, we were honoured to have the renowned Okechukwu Ofili attend. He shared his experiences on writing, book publishing and his journey to becoming a public speaker, which inspired the upcoming writers who attended. The precious seeds of information he sowed during the conference led to the publishing of a … Continue reading Meet the Connect Nigeria Writers’ Conference Speakers: Okechukwu Ofili
Events This Weekend: 27th – 29th March
27th March 2015
LoudNProudLive presents ‘Rising Stars’ Celebrate the 1st anniversary of GBT Auditions with LoudNProudLive tagged ‘Rising Stars’. Date: Thursday, 26th March, 2015 Time: 7 PM Venue: Aramis Lounge, Plot 1B Block 49 Admiralty Way, Lekki Phase1, Lagos. For more info, contact: loudnproudlive@gmail.com Tuti The love of a father, his life and crimes are explored … Continue reading Events This Weekend: 27th – 29th March
Meet the Connect Nigeria Writers’ Conference Speakers: Ike Nnaebue
26th March 2015
At Connect Nigeria’s first annual Writers’ Conference which took place in April 2014, one of the speakers was renowned Director/Screenwriter, Ike Nnaebue. At the conference, he carried the crowd into the creative realm of ‘The Business of Script Writing’. His session was full of laughter and lessons from real life stories. He successfully made the pursuit … Continue reading Meet the Connect Nigeria Writers’ Conference Speakers: Ike Nnaebue
Meet the Connect Nigeria Writers’ Conference 2015 Speakers: Joy Isi Bewaji
25th March 2015
We are excited to announce that multi-talented media personality, Joy Isi Bewaji will be speaking at the Connect Nigeria Writers’ Conference taking place on the 18th of April, 2015. She is well known in the media sphere as an editor and writer with a strong opinion and a potent voice, and this is adequately reflected in her … Continue reading Meet the Connect Nigeria Writers’ Conference 2015 Speakers: Joy Isi Bewaji
Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
24th March 2015
1. President Goodluck Jonathan has formally inaugurated the Development Bank of Nigeria with a capital base of $1.5bn. 2. The General Secretary of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Sanusi Mohammed, has promised that his tenure would usher in dramatic growth of the country’s football. 3. In its determination to deepen the development of renewable energy, The African Development Bank, … Continue reading Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
Join the Mara Mentor Network
Are you seeking support and mentoring as a young entrepreneur? Mara Mentor might just be the opportunity you have been waiting for. Mara Mentor is an online mentoring initiative set up by the pan-African Mara Foundation with the aim of enabling, inspiring and empowering young entrepreneurs. Business and economic development is promoted as members share … Continue reading Join the Mara Mentor Network
Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
23rd March 2015
1. Fidelity Bank Plc. has revamped its ATMs across the country as part of efforts to adapt to emerging changes in the operating environment. 2. The Nigeria Olympic Committee has appointed Dr. Daniel Igali as its Chairman of Technical and Development Commission. 3. Ecobank Nigeria has launched a Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Club, an initiative aimed at offering preferential business … Continue reading Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
Vote and Take a Selfie to Win a Hotel Room with Hotels.com.ng
20th March 2015
Voting this year just got more interesting with this fantastic offer from Hotels.com.ng. The portal is offering ten lucky winners a free night at a luxurious hotel for casting their votes in this year’s elections (28th March, 2015). Participants are required to simply upload creative selfies of themselves individually or with a partner while at a … Continue reading Vote and Take a Selfie to Win a Hotel Room with Hotels.com.ng
Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
1. Dangote Group has called on private investors to invest their money in the real sector of the economy, especially in manufacturing and agriculture. 2. As part of its continued efforts to improve local content in the nation’s oil and gas industry, Access Bank Plc has thrown its weight behind the 2015 Nigeria Oil and Gas … Continue reading Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
Inspired Women of Worth Set to Hold Global Possibilities Summit This Weekend
19th March 2015
Ladies, get ready to be inspired to achieve greatness at this awesome event! The Inspired Women of Worth (iWOW) will be hosting the fifth edition of its annual Global Possibilities Summit, a life, leadership and business summit for women and the men who love them. The summit will hold on 20th and 21st, March 2015 at … Continue reading Inspired Women of Worth Set to Hold Global Possibilities Summit This Weekend
Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
1. Warri Wolves has recorded the highest score margin in the 2014/15 Glo Premier League season after a Sikiru Adewale inspired performance propelled them to a 3-0 win over Giwa FC. 2. The management of Guaranty Trust Bank Plc has set a profit before tax target of N120 billion for the 2015, which is only 3.4 per cent … Continue reading Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss