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How To Grow Your E-mail List

April 10, 2022

In recent times, growing email lists has become so important due to the numerous advantages attached to them. With an active email list, it is easier to market products/services to customers and connect with them. It has also been said and confirmed that email has become more effective in the acquisition of new customers than … Continue reading How To Grow Your E-mail List

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The Role Of Corporate Identity In Branding

February 25, 2022

If you intend to create your own company, it is necessary to create an identity for your company which will be referred to as your corporate identity. Most business owners believe that a corporate identity is simply having recognizable logo that only represents the quality & values of their business organization whereas a strong Corporate … Continue reading The Role Of Corporate Identity In Branding

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Nigerians in History: Oyewusi Ibidapo-Obe 

February 8, 2022

  Ibidapo Obe was born on 5 July 1949 at Ile Ife, Osun State, Nigeria. He attended Lagos Street African Church Primary School, Ebute-Metta (1955–1961) and Obokun High School/Ilesa Grammar School (1962–1966). He later attended Igbobi College, Yaba, (1966–1968) Lagos State, Nigeria for his secondary education. He received a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from the … Continue reading Nigerians in History: Oyewusi Ibidapo-Obe 

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Did You Know? Alhassan Dantata, Nigeria’s Kolanut Millionaire

July 11, 2018

In an age bossed by billion dollar rich tech startup founders, it’s easy to get so swamped by today’s apparently unparalleled success stories that we think our generation is somehow better than past ones. After all, when else in mankind’s history has a barely tangible thing (digital technology) laid the foundation for a single person’s … Continue reading Did You Know? Alhassan Dantata, Nigeria’s Kolanut Millionaire

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Honey Ogundeyi: Pioneering A Tech Revolution for African Fashion

June 11, 2018

It’s hard to miss Honey Ogundeyi‘s exuberance when you’re watching a video of her talking business. Her style is typically cheerful, her words are insightful, and her delivery smooth; knowledge dished out with good natured frankness and not a little spirit. She’s earned the right to dole out such advice. As founder and boss of … Continue reading Honey Ogundeyi: Pioneering A Tech Revolution for African Fashion

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Brands We Love: PayPorte

March 14, 2018

The internet is playing an increasingly prominent role in our lives, as we strive for greater comfort and convenience. One aspect of our everyday routines which is increasingly being experienced online is shopping. E-commerce, which refers to buying and selling carried out via electronic media, is gaining popularity in Nigeria, as the country’s population catches … Continue reading Brands We Love: PayPorte

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Instagram Business of the Month: Imoh Books

March 7, 2018

Imoh Books might be as close to being a totally digital business as one can get. As an online bookshop, it has its display shelf on Instagram (and markets its merchandise there too), takes and delivers orders via Whatsapp, and receives payments through electronic money transfers. Its stock in trade are e-books, made, transported and … Continue reading Instagram Business of the Month: Imoh Books

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#CNBizFair 2018: Introducing Simeon Ononobi

February 2, 2018

If you are a Techie nerd or an ICT fan, we’ve got you covered in our list of invited speakers. Mr Simeon Ononobi is a Business Manager and Software Analyst/Engineer, who has designed Mobile Applications and Software Solutions, for both the Government and Blue chip companies. Although he is a graduate of Biochemistry from the … Continue reading #CNBizFair 2018: Introducing Simeon Ononobi

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#CNBizFair 2018: Introducing Aliyu Abbati Abdulhammed

February 1, 2018

Representing the Agro sector of the Nigerian Economy at the fair is none other than ALIYU ABBATI ABDULHAMEED, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending (NIRSAL). NIRSAL was launched as an initiative of the Central Bank of Nigeria in 2011 as a dynamic, holistic USD$500 … Continue reading #CNBizFair 2018: Introducing Aliyu Abbati Abdulhammed

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#CNBizFair 2018: Introducing Okechukwu Ofili

January 31, 2018

Okechukwu Ofili is an author, public speaker, illustrator, a writer/blogger and a trained practising engineer. He is also the founder of OkadaBooks.com, an online publishing platform that boycotts the challenges of traditional publishing. OkadaBooks make it easy for writers to write, publish, and sell their works directly to a broader audience than those in their … Continue reading #CNBizFair 2018: Introducing Okechukwu Ofili

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#CNBizFair 2018: Introducing Charles Anyanwu

January 30, 2018

Representing the interest of the government at this year’s event is none other than Mr Charles Anyanwu, the Acting Director at Lagos State Employment Trust Fund. He is also the founder, and CEO of Timothy Freeman and Associates, in Lagos. As a certified Project Manager, he has an extensive range experience in Business Development, Entrepreneurial … Continue reading #CNBizFair 2018: Introducing Charles Anyanwu

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#CNBizFair 2018: Introducing Eyo Bassey

January 29, 2018

The story of e-commerce in Nigeria won’t be complete without the mention of Payporte. The introduction of  Payporte Technologies Limited changed the experience of online shoppers in Nigeria with their 24-hours delivery service, making it the “Preferred Online Store.” Payporte is the only e-commerce brand from Nigeria with fully staffed, operational physical stores in multiple … Continue reading #CNBizFair 2018: Introducing Eyo Bassey

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Business Profile: Lucy.ng- Gifts for Seasons, Occasions and Events on Demand

August 10, 2017

Gifts are not given for just any reason that’s why they are best appreciated when they are tailored to suit their recipient’s taste and the occasion or season they’re intended for. However, finding the right gift items for your customers or loved ones can be challenging, especially because their tastes and preferences reflect their unique individuality. Also, there is … Continue reading Business Profile: Lucy.ng- Gifts for Seasons, Occasions and Events on Demand

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Business Profile: Sleek Studio, Nigeria

July 19, 2017

Sleek Studio Nigeria was incorporated in 2007 for the purpose of marketing, promoting and selling Sleek Makeup and Sleek Hair products from the UK. With innovations such as standalone beauty boutiques, and franchising added to the aspirational yet affordable quality of Sleek products, the company has enjoyed phenomenal success in Nigeria. Dr Ebele Ugochukwu and … Continue reading Business Profile: Sleek Studio, Nigeria

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Business Profile: FREECITI

June 27, 2017

Good help can be pretty hard to come by these days. With everyone working for someone 9 – 5, it could be a chore finding skilled personnel who are readily available to handle your business within your deadline. Wouldn’t it be such a relief to know where to find such capable and available hands? Say … Continue reading Business Profile: FREECITI

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Websites We Like: Donate-ng.com- The Online Fundraising and Crowdfunding Portal

April 5, 2017

When we can’t fund our projects from our own pockets or get a desperately sick colleague’s medical bills paid, we turn to others for help. We have to bank on the kindness of family, friends, or maybe even people who we previously didn’t know. We ask them to contribute something to the cause we feel … Continue reading Websites We Like: Donate-ng.com- The Online Fundraising and Crowdfunding Portal

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Business Profile: Gidi Cartel

April 3, 2017

These days, there’s a whole host of online stores to shop on. They either offer a platform for buying and selling a wide variety of goods or specialize in the sale of particular types of products. If you’re looking for an online shop from which you can purchase high-quality fashion accessories, fabrics and art items, you … Continue reading Business Profile: Gidi Cartel

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Business Profile: FlexiSAF Edusoft Limited

March 28, 2017

Technology is transforming practically every aspect of our lives. It has made communication easier, transportation faster and more convenient, and work, more productive. Education is one part of the human experience that has been positively impacted upon by the winds of innovation. Thanks to technology, classrooms extend beyond their brick and mortar structures to reach … Continue reading Business Profile: FlexiSAF Edusoft Limited

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Business Profile: iConcepts Limited

March 23, 2017

Mobile phones have become part of our lives; without them, communication in the modern sense would be greatly stifled. And with the increasing capabilities that come with newer phones, users are able to do more with the device than they could just a few years ago. The age of the smartphone has humans practically glued … Continue reading Business Profile: iConcepts Limited

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MyAds- Deals, Discounts and Pinpoint Advertising, All in One App

March 22, 2017

Businesses are constantly seeking new ways to reach their target market. Consumers are always on the lookout for great bargains. These are two apparently unrelated facts (at least, not at first sight), but there’s a solution that tackles both and does so in a rather innovative way. It’s the MyAds mobile app. The MyAds app provides a … Continue reading MyAds- Deals, Discounts and Pinpoint Advertising, All in One App

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Business Profile: Rack Centre- West Africa’s Top Tier III Data Centre

March 21, 2017

Rack Centre is a world-class Tier III design data centre in West Africa, bringing colocation and data hosting services to a whole new level. In 2016, the Nigerian Communication Commission (NCC) emphasized the importance of routing data traffic locally through the Internet Exchange Point of Nigeria (IXPN), stating that the country saves ₦2 billion as … Continue reading Business Profile: Rack Centre- West Africa’s Top Tier III Data Centre

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Business Profile: MainOne Cable

March 13, 2017

The modern world is probably mostly running on two things- fossil fuels and data. The former is quite controversial; debates continue to rage about what their role should be in the human society going forward. But data isn’t nearly as problematic a phenomenon as PMS- most people would agree wholeheartedly with the idea that it … Continue reading Business Profile: MainOne Cable

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Business Profile: Accounting Hub

March 3, 2017

Small businesses need financial records just as much as big ones. The fact that young enterprises are still operating on a scale that seems ‘manageable’ by one or a few people doesn’t mean that they can do without proper bookkeeping. Many a small business have failed within the first few years of their being set … Continue reading Business Profile: Accounting Hub

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Business Profile: Finicky Clean Limited

February 13, 2017

Sometimes, simply clearing out trash from your station won’t do. Routine cleaning may suffice most of the time, but you’ll occasionally have to do much more than that. If you’re looking at giving your environment a new lease of life, you might need some help- the kind of help Finicky Clean Limited gives. Finicky Clean … Continue reading Business Profile: Finicky Clean Limited

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Business Profile: Spice Rack

February 10, 2017

Spice Rack was established in February 2016 and offers a variety of continental and local catering services. The outfit is managed by Ademola Olajide, a recent graduate of the Institute of Culinary Education, New York. He also holds an MA. In Marketing and Media and a B.Sc. in Sociology. The Spice Rack team is made … Continue reading Business Profile: Spice Rack

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Business Profile: House of Specuit

January 31, 2017

It doesn’t suffice to be just excited about setting up your own brand. As a first step on the path to business success, businesses would benefit greatly from developing bespoke concepts and plans that distinguish them from other brands within the same field. Established March, 2015, House of Specuit is an ideation company developing business-to-business (B2B), business-to-customer … Continue reading Business Profile: House of Specuit

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Safi.ng- Premium Laundry Services At Your Fingertips

January 20, 2017

Weekends are for rest and outings. They’re also for chores, including laundry. While we sometimes wish that the trouble of having to get our clothes cleaned didn’t exist, the job has to be done. Safi.ng makes a business out of taking the laundry burden off people’s backs. They’re an online dry cleaning agency based in … Continue reading Safi.ng- Premium Laundry Services At Your Fingertips

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PayConnect: Quick Loans For Low and Medium Salary Earners

January 17, 2017

In his time as a banker, Victor Jibro repeatedly saw customers who needed to borrow loans as little as ₦10,000 being told to fill forms “as bulky as textbooks” (to use his own words) and provide documents and collateral to prove their credibility. He saw that the loan application process could be quite stressful- and … Continue reading PayConnect: Quick Loans For Low and Medium Salary Earners

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Business Profile: Greymate Care

January 13, 2017

In today’s fast-paced world, it sometimes feels like there are not enough hours to pack into a day. There’s so much to do, but very little time to get them done. We wish we had more minutes to complete tasks, more days to relax, and more time to be with our loved ones. When there’s … Continue reading Business Profile: Greymate Care

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Business Profile: Jobyina.com

January 11, 2017

It’s one thing to find an internship slot for students; it’s quite another to get to choose one from a host of top quality options. The first case is a difficult one to realize. The second is, for most students, the stuff of daydreams. On the other hand, many employers have resigned themselves to the … Continue reading Business Profile: Jobyina.com

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