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Health Benefits of Fish

Fish is highly nutritious. Bursting with vitamins and minerals, and a chief source of omega-3 fatty acids, eating at least two servings of fish weekly can help to protect against an array of diseases, from cancer and heart disease, to

History and Timeline of Arik Air

Arik Air Ltd is a privately and wholly Nigerian owned commercial airline with a commitment to the people of Nigeria to deliver new standards in aviation. In 2002, with Nigeria Airways in liquidation, Arik Air’s Chairman, Sir Joseph Arumemi-Ikhide (KSG,

World Bank: What Climate Change Means for Africa, Asia and the Coastal Poor

As the coastal cities of Africa and Asia expand, many of their poorest residents are being pushed to the edges of livable land and into the most dangerous zones for climate change. Their informal settlements cling to riverbanks and cluster

Training of Nigerian Astronauts May Commence By 2015, Science Minister Says

Space travel for Nigerian astronauts may be closer than many think, after the words of the Minister for Science, Professor Ita Ewa, during a recap of his achievements in the last two years as head of the ministry. He disclosed

First Made in Nigeria Motorcycle Launched in Nnewi

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), has launched the first locally made motorcycle in Nigeria, made by one of its institutes, National Engineering Design Development Institute (NEDDI), based in Nnewi, Anambra State. The 80C engine motorcycle was

IBM Helps Lagos Design a Transportation System for Future Growth

A team of IBM experts completing a month-long pro bono consulting assignment yesterday presented recommendations to Lagos State Government to ensure that private traffic and public transportation flow more efficiently in Lagos – Africa’s most populous city. Working with the

Fastjet Airlines To Commence Operations In Nigeria

fastjet, Africa’s low-cost airline, has today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nigeria’s Red 1 Airways Ltd (Red 1), to create a low-cost airline service operating within Nigeria and to destinations across Africa. The MoU brings together fastjet’s strong

Birth Kings: The Reformation Programme (Foundational Training)

God has deposited in you the power to become. If you fail, it is you; if you succeed, it is you. The Hero lies in you to become. Fact is, everything new must have a beginning and if change is

Update on Heritage Oil Production in OML 30 Nigeria

Heritage Oil Plc, an independent upstream exploration and production company, issued an update regarding production levels in OML 30, Nigeria. Gross production from OML 30 has returned to rates of over 35,000 bopd and all of the key fields are

Cocoa Corporation of Nigeria is Planned, Agriculture Minister Reveals

The Minister for Agricultrure and Rural Development, Dr. Akinwunmi Adesina has disclosed at the just concluded World Cocoa Foundation Meeting in Washington, that Nigeria would set up a company, Cocoa Corporation of Nigeria, to double the production of cocoa beans

Mashable: 20 Important African Startups to Watch

Technology writer and follower of international technology trends, Monty Munford, who recently visited Nigeria for the 2013 Mobile Web West Africa, has identified 20 important startups to watch in Africa. His metrics ranged from usage, popularity and international adoption. The

Forex Time Market Update

This week is an interesting time for currency and commodity traders with volatility expected in the markets due to several influential economic news announcements. The primary focus is on the US economy and whether it is truly strengthening. Employment data

The Africa CEO Roundtable: Driving Innovation Through Transformational Leadership & Sustainability

Thistle Praxis Consulting presents its annual Africa’s CEO round table, for 2013, themed Driving Innovation Through Transformational Leadership & Sustainability. Speakers include Ashsish Thakkar, Billionaire and CEO of Mara Group. Venue: Tinapa Business Resort, Calabar, Cross Rivers State. Date: June

Animal Facts

Animal: multicellular organism that obtains energy by eating food. With over 2 million known species, and much more awaiting identification, animals are the most diverse form of life on earth. They range in size from 30m (100ft) long to microscopic

Tony Elumelu Advocates for Africapitalism as the Solution for Africa’s Development

Charity and aid have failed Africa and its leading entrepreneurs are now driving the continent’s development agenda. This was the sentiment of Tony Elumelu’s speech, described by many as “powerful,” which was delivered at the African Development Bank’s (AfDB) Annual

Nigerian Government gives Youth another reason to Farm

  The Ministry of Agriculture and the Bank of Agriculture (BoA), have signed a N3.5 billion agreement to encourage mechanised farming and boost food production in the country. The Minister of Agriculture, Akinwumi Adeshina and the Managing Director of BoA,

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