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Cashless Policy to Finally Kick Off Across Nigeria Come July 1- CBN
April 19, 2022
Nigeria’s Apex Bank and banking sector regulator, Central Bank of Nigeria, says the take-off of the third and final phase of the cashless policy in 30 states in Nigeria will kick off July 1, 2014. CBN stated this in a press statement, which also stated that the decision to roll off the policy in the … Continue reading Cashless Policy to Finally Kick Off Across Nigeria Come July 1- CBN
Nigeria Gets N80.7 Billion From World Bank to Boost Agriculture in Northern Nigeria
April 19, 2022
The Northern part of Nigeria will get 495.3 million dollars, about N80.7 billion from the World Bank to boost agriculture in Northern Nigeria. This was made known via a press statement issued by Mr. Bamidele Oladokun, Communications Associate to the World Bank in Abuja. The statement said that the bank’s executive directors approved the money to … Continue reading Nigeria Gets N80.7 Billion From World Bank to Boost Agriculture in Northern Nigeria
New CBN Governor Redeploys Deputy Governors
April 19, 2022
The newly appointed Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Godwin Emefiele, has redeployed the Deputy Governors in the bank. According to the bank, the exercise is to realign his vision of entrenching a more professional and people-focused Central Bank. With the new changes, Suleiman Barau, who was the Deputy Governor, Corporate Services … Continue reading New CBN Governor Redeploys Deputy Governors
British Airways Offers Discounts for Early Summer Bookings
April 19, 2022
British Airways has disclosed that they will be providing bumper discounts for early prospective passengers on service bookings for this summer. There will be fantastic fares for its ‘World Traveller and World Traveller Plus’ package to a wide scope of exciting worldwide destinations through London Heathrow. The package applies and is aimed at … Continue reading British Airways Offers Discounts for Early Summer Bookings
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5 Online Retail Stores in Nigeria You Should Know About
April 19, 2022
Some years ago it was almost impossible to purchase an item online. You either had to walk physically into the store or travel abroad to get your choice of item. It was extremely hectic trying to buy items especially from Nigeria, with a high surcharge on foreign wire transfers which was impossible without … Continue reading 5 Online Retail Stores in Nigeria You Should Know About
Germany Boosts Entrepreneurship in Nigeria With N4.2 Billion
April 19, 2022
GIZ – German Agency for International Cooperation has set aside 20 million euros to promote Nigeria’s micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) for the next three years. Mr. Thomas Kirsch, GIZ Country Director, announced this last week while presenting the second phase of the Pro-poor Growth and Promotion of Employment in Nigeria programme, SEDIN … Continue reading Germany Boosts Entrepreneurship in Nigeria With N4.2 Billion
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Nigeria to Host Africa Fashion Reception
April 19, 2022
Last year saw the official launch of the African Fashion Reception in Paris. For the 2014 edition, the Nigerian government through the Federal Ministry of Tourism and Culture will host the event in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State from the 3rd – the 5th of July at the International Conference Centre. The event is organised in … Continue reading Nigeria to Host Africa Fashion Reception
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Nigeria Attracts $649.47 Million Spending From Tourists
April 19, 2022
Mrs. Sally Mbanefo, Director General of Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC) disclosed that according to the report of border survey conducted recently by her agency, 4,037,808 inbound tourists visited Nigeria in 2013 spending $649.47 million. This was compared by the World Bank to the 1,414,000 tourist arrivals recorded in 2009, the year Nigeria’s border … Continue reading Nigeria Attracts $649.47 Million Spending From Tourists
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Paradigm Initiative Nigeria Partners Microsoft for Free Training and Support to Non-Governmental Organizations
April 19, 2022
Over 70 non-governmental organizations gathered at Hotel Ibis, Ikeja, Lagos on Thursday, June 5, 2014 for the ICT training, networking and information sharing event for non-governmental organizations tagged ‘MICROSOFT NGO CONNECTION DAY’. This event has held in North Central Nigeria (Abuja 2011), South West (Lagos 2012), and South South (Calabar 2013). According to Mr. Tope Ogundipe, COO Paradigm … Continue reading Paradigm Initiative Nigeria Partners Microsoft for Free Training and Support to Non-Governmental Organizations
Amaka Igwe: Reflections on an Extraordinary Life
April 19, 2022
In a poignant, inspiring piece, Chris Ihidero reflects on the impact veteran filmmaker Amaka Igwe had on his life, and the lives of others in the Nigerian movie industry. Mrs. Igwe, who was known for her gripping TV series, Checkmate, as well as much-loved movies like Rattle Snake, Forever and Violated, passed away on the 28th of April, … Continue reading Amaka Igwe: Reflections on an Extraordinary Life
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Nigeria Partners with South Africa to Develop the Mining Sector in Nigeria
April 19, 2022
South Africa is currently the largest gold miner on the continent and the sixth largest gold miner globally. Nigeria has therefore decided to partner with South Africa in exploring collaborative ventures to develop artisanal and small-scale gold mining in Nigeria. This partnership will see Nigeria acquire mining equipment and expertise from South Africa … Continue reading Nigeria Partners with South Africa to Develop the Mining Sector in Nigeria
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Godwin Emefiele Resumes as CBN Governor, Unveils its 10 Point Agenda
April 19, 2022
Mr. Godwin Emefiele, the new Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria revealed his blueprint for the Nigerian economy indicating that through his vision for the country, they would create a Central Bank that is professional, apolitical and people-focused. He made this known while addressing journalists at the Apex Bank headquarters in Abuja, saying … Continue reading Godwin Emefiele Resumes as CBN Governor, Unveils its 10 Point Agenda
F.G Approves N40 Billion Loan For Lagos
April 19, 2022
Nigeria’s Federal Government yesterday, Wednesday 4th June 2014 announced the approval of a N40 billion loan facility for Lagos State Government for the development of infrastructure and education in the state, the Minister of Information, Labaran Maku, revealed. Mr. Maku made the disclosure when he briefed State House correspondents on the outcome of the … Continue reading F.G Approves N40 Billion Loan For Lagos
Nigerian Humanitarian, Emeka Offor’s Efforts to Eradicate Polio in Nigeria
April 19, 2022
Nigerian Philanthropist and the Executive Vice Chairman of the Chrome Group, a Nigerian oil and gas conglomerate, Emeka Offor has given a sum of $1 million to Rotary’s PolioPlus program, supporting global efforts in eradicating the dreaded disease. Sir Emeka Offor’s personal commitment to the eradication effort of polio is close to home as he is … Continue reading Nigerian Humanitarian, Emeka Offor’s Efforts to Eradicate Polio in Nigeria
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Yellow Cards: A Mere Travelling Document or a Necessity?
April 19, 2022
Someone very close to me had a harrowing experience whilst travelling to South Africa for the first time. One of the entry requirements is a valid yellow fever card. What he didn’t know however, was the fact that the card in his possession was a fake which he obtained at a ridiculous amount from … Continue reading Yellow Cards: A Mere Travelling Document or a Necessity?
