2Face, M.I., Tiwa Savage, Wizkid, Davido for Star Music Trek 2014

Popular music carnival, Star Music Trek, yesterday, March 19, 2014 unveiled its star line up for this year’s concert at a press conference held at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos. Star Music Trek 2014 performers include 2face, Tiwa

LASAA Spearheads Formation of Outdoor Advertising Regulatory Body in Nigeria

Lagos State Signage and Advertisement Agency (LASAA) is spearheading the formation of an association to protect the interest of outdoor advertising regulatory agencies in Nigeria. The proposed regulatory body may be known as Outdoor Advertising Regulatory Association of Nigeria (OARAN).

Leadpath Nigeria Targets More Techpreneurs with $1.5M Accelerator Fund

More techpreneurs are expected to emerge in Nigeria in the next few weeks as a result of a $1.5 million accelerator fund infused into the industry courtesy of Leadpath Nigeria. Leadpath Nigeria was publicly launched on Friday, March 7, 2014.

Microsoft Nigeria Appoints New Country Manager, Kabelo Makwane

Kabelo Makwane has been announced as the new country manager for Microsoft Nigeria. Makwane is an experienced technology professional from South Africa. He is expected to lead the company’s global shift to a devices and service offering in one of

Nigerian Economic Summit Opens In Abuja

The 20th edition of the Nigerian Economic Summit has kicked off in Abuja. The event which will last from 18th March through to 20th is being held at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja with the theme: ‘Transforming Education Through Partnerships

Farmers to Earn N42 Billion Income From Wheat Production

Nigeria’s Minister of Agriculture, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, has announced that farmers in the country will be generating about N42 billion from wheat production. The minister made this announcement during the 2014 Wheat Farmers’ Day in Kadawa, Kano State. The programme

Market Instability Boosts Safe Haven Assets

The market has started the week with inherent risk aversion primarily linked to the uncertainty around the Ukraine-Crimea crisis and the concerns that the West will impose heavy sanctions on Russia. With the weekend’s referendum condemned as illegal by the

Omotola, Tuface, Basketmouth, Others to Speak at Nigerian Entertainment Conference in April

Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde and Pop icon, Tuface Idibia, have been announced as speakers at this year’s edition of the Nigerian Entertainment Conference holding Wednesday, 23 April 2014 at the Grand Ball Room of Eko Hotel, Lagos. The theme for

Ice Prince Reveals Don Jazzy is Building a Massive MAVIN Records Headquarters

Chocolate City rapper, Ice Prince Zamani has revealed that ace music producer and record label executive, Don Jazzy, is currently building a headquarters for his MAVIN Records. Ice Prince made this known via a congratulatory tweet at Don Jazzy; ‘Big

Nigerian Fashion Designer, AP Apparel, To Partner With Newcastle United’s Cheik Tiote

Nigerian fashion designer, Yusuf Abubakar Tumi, known as Uzay or Mr AP, is to be the official wardrobe designer for Newcastle United’s captain, Cheick Ismael Tiote. Yusuf is to work hand-in-hand with Tiote to launch a selection of jackets, shoes

Makinwa Seeks Help from FIFA

Nigerian forgotten striker, Ayodele Makinwa, has sought the help of world football governing body, FIFA, in his bid to earn compensation from Chinese side, Beijing Baxy. Makinwa’s two-year contract with the Chinese League One side was prematurely terminated after just

Nigeria Pilots Digital ICT Clubs in Girls’ Schools

Nigeria’s Minister for Communication Technology, Omobola Johnson, has ushered in Digital Girls Club in 12 pilot Federal Government Girls Schools across the country. The creation of the club, she said, was targeted towards empowering Nigerian girls to embrace careers in

Massmart Takes On Shoprite As It Expands Into West African Retail Market

South African retailer, Massmart, says it will expand its food retail market in West Africa, starting with Lagos, Nigeria through its creation of Value Mart for low income earners. Massmart, which is known to operate GAME stores in West Africa,

Renew DStv and GOtv Subscriptions via Phone Call

Quickteller, in partnership with MultiChoice Nigeria has developed a more accessible way for customers to instantly pay for DStv and Gotv subcriptions. The new method can be done simply by dialing 08139851090 from your phone. This Quickteller IVR platform serves

Zenith Bank Posts N95.32 billion Profit; Declares N1.75 Dividend

Zenith Bank Plc. has posted a profit after tax (PAT) of N95.32 billion for the financial year ended December 31, 2013. The report is contained in the company’s audited result released by the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) which is against

EXCLUSIVE: Tope Tedela Squashes Rumour of Not Being Paid for Award-winning Role

It was a surprise to many movie lovers when new actor, Tope Tedela, was announced winner of ‘Best Actor in a Drama’ for his role in low-budget drama, A Mile From Home; It was, however, more surprising when reports emanated

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