Bridgeway Microfinance Bank Launches in Ikoyi, Lagos
BRIDGEWAY Microfinance Bank, set on a mission to bridge financial gaps in small and medium enterprises and create economic empowerment for individuals, was launched on the 29th of August 2016 in the heart of Ikoyi, Lagos. At the event, the Bank revealed products targeted at giving her clients the best banking experience at individual and […]
Business Profile: Kaldi Africa Limited
It is surprising to know that of all the brands that supply Nigeria with coffee, only one brand sources for raw materials within the country. And as one of the top world producers of cocoa, the country gets to benefit firsthand, less than a tenth of its own produce. Kaldi Africa Limited has its beverage […]
Monday Motivation: “Just Do It”
#MondayMotivation: Top 10 quotes to get you doing.
This Day in History: The First National Sports Festival was Held in Lagos 1973
On the 18th of August 1973, Nigeria kick-started the first National Sports Festival at the National Stadium in Surulere, Lagos. The festival served as an avenue to promote ethnic unity and national integration after the Nigerian civil war ended in 1970. It also paved a way for the discovery of athletes that would represent the […]
This Day in History: Poet, Christopher Okigbo was born in Ojoto, 1932
Christopher Ifekandu Okigbo was a Nigerian poet, one of the major founding fathers that shaped the development of Nigerian Literature, and African Literature in general, in the 20th century. He was born in Eastern Nigeria, in the town of Ojoto, in Anambra State, on the 16th of August, 1932, to Chief James Okoye Okigbo and […]
This Day in History: Justice Muhammadu Uwais Was Called to the Supreme Court on August 15, 1979
Honourable Justice Muhammadu Lawal Uwais on the 15th of August 1979, was called to the Supreme Court at the age of 45 and became the longest serving Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) from 1995 to 2006. In terms of length of tenure, he is next to Sir Adetokunbo Ademola, the first Nigerian CJN , who served […]
Why We Have Our Business Mixers
Ever interested in the growth of Nigerian businesses, Connect Nigeria has brought to the spotlight the monthly Business Mixer aimed at keeping connected as many businesses as possible and offering huge discounts on deals and partnerships. This month’s Business Mixer saw lots of businesses and brand representatives from different sectors come together to introduce their brands […]
#PhotoSpeak: ConnectNigeria Business Mixer, August 5th, 2016
Here are highlights from Connect Nigeria’s Business Mixer which took place on the 5th of August at The Sleek Centre, 141 Ahmadu Bello Way, opposite Silverbird Galleria, Victoria Island, Lagos. The Business Mixer is an informal gathering where business men and women can come to share their ideas one on one and meet new contacts […]
Business Profile: Donuts N Crumbs
If you want to organize a party, an office treat or simply indulge your senses in something tasty, worrying about how the treats get to you shouldn’t be a problem, at least, not if a company offers to take that off your to-do list. Donuts N Crumbs says “donut worry. Be happy.” Offering a variety […]
#Photospeak: ICTEL 2016
The ICTEL Expo is an event organized by the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry to promote the growth of the ICT sector in the state. This year’s was a 3-day event which ended with a gala and award night, at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. Read up the highlights on all […]
Scholarship Offer: A Child You Know May Need This
“NEEDED URGENTLY!!!! “An anonymous donor is interested in sponsoring thirty kids between the classes of SSI to SS3 from a public to a private school for three years within Ikoyi- Obalende and Lagos Island axis. School kits and welfare are included. “If you know a child like this, kindly send an email to [email protected] with […]
Enlarging Your Business Despite Difficult Times
With the objective of helping people out of this present economic downturn, Elim Business Forum presents “Enlarging Your Business Despite Difficult Times”. This business seminar aims at Empowering participants with ideas, information, and skills to thrive in the marketplace. Providing a conducive environment for display of products, services or skills. Taking participants through a course […]
Book Review: Bank of Deposits
By Okwukwe Chukwuka House of Specuit, 2016 ISBN: 978-978-951-687-2 Every human being can be likened to a bank with a deposit of talents. Thus, the success or failure of each human bank is determined by how the resources are put to use. Okwukwe describes from personal and practical experiences in witty writings, the journey of […]
UNILAG to Host a One-Day Career Training for Students
UNILAG Students’ Assembly (U.S.A) presents a one-day training for students in 10 different career fields on the 26th of July 2016, at the University’s Multipurpose Hall A. The need to discover and pave a career path early in life cannot be overemphasized. The training, tagged #USA, is a career event which will serve as a medium to […]
Artelier Lifestyle Consultants presents “21st Century Etiquette”
Artelier Lifestyle Consultants presents a 3-day course for young adults themed 21st Century Etiquette. In a society that seems to be losing grips on social etiquette standards and decorum, this programme is designed to help young adults between the ages of 16 to 24 polish their personal image, and acquire skills which will help them […]
Frederick Udoaka, Business Development Director at Rack Centre, to Speak at ICTEL Expo 2016
With over 25 years of experience in sales and business development, Mr Frederick Udoaka is a business leader in the EMEA market. He has served as Chief Enterprise Business Officer, MTN Business and prior to this position, he has worked with other multinationals like Shell Services International, UK, IBM where he was the Business Development […]