A Chef’s Dream: Making Fortunes Out of Cookies
Growing up, Tolu was not the kind of guy that absented himself from the kitchen. But he never imagined his source of livelihood would come from putting long hours in the kitchen with mittens around his hands and working ovens. But, he loves it. Tolu Erogbogbo graduated with a degree in International Business Management from […]
Road to Brazil 2014: Eagles Make Final Push
The Super Eagles’ hopes of making the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil will be put to the test this weekend in the second leg of the final playoffs. The Eagles hold the ace with a 1-2 advantage during the first leg played at the National Stadium in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The second encounter with […]
Ask the Artist: Abeke Makeovers
Beautification and bridal make-up is on the rise as a career among young women with entrepreneurial acumen. Though an old art, the business savvy have taken it a notch higher globally. In Nigeria, several brand names abound. Among the highly rated beauty companies, we bring you Abeke Makeovers, a brand created by the delectable Funmilola […]
Nigeria to Overtake South Africa as Continent’s Largest Economy
A poll by Reuters has found that Nigeria is likely to take South Africa’s position as the continent’s largest economy within the next two years. Nigeria’s GDP is projected to increase exponentially when it is rebased at the end of 2013 to reflect changes in the economy in the past two decades. Economic analysts believe that […]
Nigeria Attracted N3.2 Trillion Investment in 3 Years
Over $20 billion (N3.2 trillion) in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) has been attracted into the Nigerian economy in the last three years, a report by the Federal Government has revealed. During a world press conference ahead of the 24th World Economic Forum on Africa, which will be hosted by Nigeria in 2014, the FG […]
Renaissance Credit Now Offering Soft Loans in 24 Hours
Renaissance Credit Nigeria has said it has started offering Nigerians soft unsecured loans between N50,000 and N500,000 within 24 hours of application. The requirements for loan grants include bank statement, means of identification, employment letter or proof of business. The company explained that it remains committed to making consumer loans more accessible to middle and […]
FG Hands Over PHCN to New Owners
The Federal Government of Nigeria handed over the Eko Distribution Company, Marina, Lagos to the new owners, West Power and Gas Limited on November 1, 2013. On the same day in 10 different locations across the country, similar ceremonies involving the transfer of PHCN facilities to the new private investment firms were taking place. Chairman […]
Eaglets’ Win Over Uruguay Brings Team Closer to U-17 World Title
Two strikes from Taiwo Awoniyi has helped the Nigerian Golden Eaglets secure a berth in the semi final of the FIFA U-17 World Cup in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Awoniyi’s first goal came in the 17th minute of the first half with help from Kelechi Iheanacho. Much to the chagrin of the Uruguayans who […]
CBN Governor Delivers Keynote Address at Connect Nigeria e-Business Fair
Mallam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, on Saturday 26th October, delivered a keynote address at Nigeria’s first e-business fair, organised by Connectnigeria.com. The CBN Governor’s address, titled “Importance of a Cashless Society to Economic Growth and Development in Nigeria”, was aimed at fostering the on-going policy of the apex bank […]
e-Business Fair Gathers Thousands of SMEs With Industry Experts
Connectnigeria.com hosted over two thousand visitors at the Orchid Hall, Expo Center, Eko Hotel and Suites on Saturday 26th October 2013 to its annual business fair, which was themed “E-Business and the Growth of Your Enterprise.” Present at the event were representatives from different financial and service institutions such as the Central Bank of Nigeria, […]
Basketball Within Borders: Bidding their Time…
It’s barely 7 a.m, and despite the wet floor as a result of rainfall the previous night, the boys are already on the basketball court knocking down shots. One of the boys, Emeka Ezechi, a 6’8 forward, is taking his friends through different drills aimed at improving their shooting touch from different spots on the […]
5 Minutes with Google
During the 2013 e-Business Fair held at the Orchid Hall, Eko Hotel & Suites, Connect Nigeria caught up with Kaosiso Anaekwe, a representative of Google Business Group in Nigeria. He shares insights on how businesses can benefit from using Google tools. CN: If you were to explain to a layman that has no understanding […]
Gidimall dot com Offers Products via Facebook
Gidimall.com now offers products and services for sale through its Facebook platform, the mall owners have said. This move by Medessy Enterprises Limited is in celebration of one year of the mall’s operations, and is intended to make life more convenient for its customers by bringing shopping closer to their doorsteps. The Director of Operations […]
AfDB Supports African SME Development Fund
African Development Bank (AfDB) has announced that its Board of Directors have approved a US $12.5-million equity investment in the Kibo Fund II, to allow the Fund provide access to finance and capacity building to an under-served market of outward-looking small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and mid-market African firms, particularly in low-income and fragile states […]
Rita Dominic Wins NMA Award
Nollywood diva, Rita Dominic has bagged another award as she won the Best Actress Award at the Nollywood Movie Award (NMA) for her role in ‘The Meeting’. Rita has had 11 different nominations in four different awards in 2013. The movie, ‘The Meeting’ also won the award for Best Director (Mildred Okwo) and Best Make-up […]
BlackBerry Reassures Customers It Isn’t Bowing Out Yet
In an open letter on Monday, BlackBerry Ltd, reassured its numerous customers and partners that the company was financially stable despite announcing massive layoffs and engaging in talks to sell some or all of the company. The Ontario-based company told its stakeholders that they can continue to count on BlackBerry and its products, despite the […]