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Fashion and Music Reality Show Generates Excitement Among Nigerian Youths
April 19, 2022
A few weeks after the organisers of Fashion and Music Entertainment, FAME, a runway-themed showcase of the abundant talents in the music and fashion industry, started sales of forms for the ingenious event, indications have emerged that it is already generating immeasurable excitement among Nigerian youths desirous of a career in fashion and music. This … Continue reading Fashion and Music Reality Show Generates Excitement Among Nigerian Youths
Nigeria, Others to Have Largest Working-Age Population by 2035
April 19, 2022
McKinsey & Co, a global management consulting firm has predicted that the working-age population of Nigeria and other African countries will be the largest in the world by 2035. The New York-based company specifically stated in a report titled “Lions Go Global: Deepening Africa’s Ties to the United States,” that the working-age … Continue reading Nigeria, Others to Have Largest Working-Age Population by 2035
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Federal Government to Spend $1 Billion on Gas Supply
April 19, 2022
Yesterday, the federal government said it would expend $1 billion to boost power supply across the country and ensure adequate gas supply. It said the funds would be sourced from the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) allocation, as well as the private sector providers.This was disclosed at the end of a stakeholders’ meeting … Continue reading Federal Government to Spend $1 Billion on Gas Supply
By elizabeth
President Goodluck Jonathan Appoints Dr. Joseph Thlama Dawha as GMD of NNPC
April 19, 2022
Nigeria’s President, Goodluck Jonathan, has appointed Dr. Joseph Thlama Dawha as the new Group Managing Director, NNPC, replacing Andrew Yakubu, who was sacked last night. The new Group Managing Director of the NNPC, Dr. Dawha hails from Borno State. He has served previously as the Group Executive Director, Exploration and Production, NNPC and Managing Director … Continue reading President Goodluck Jonathan Appoints Dr. Joseph Thlama Dawha as GMD of NNPC
Access Bank Introduces the ‘W’ Initiative To Empower Women
April 19, 2022
All over the world, women face challenges relating to equal opportunities and access to finances in particular. Globally, women face financial access barriers that prevent them from participating in the economy and from bettering and enhancing their lives. In light of this, Access Bank has unveiled the ‘W’ Initiative. According to the bank, part … Continue reading Access Bank Introduces the ‘W’ Initiative To Empower Women
By elizabeth
Abuja Airport Terminal Expansion, $849m Light Rail Project Scheduled for Completion in 2015
April 19, 2022
On Monday, the Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala told an inspection team that the construction of the ongoing Abuja Airport terminal expansion project would be completed and the facility opened for use come December, 2014. Dr. Okonjo-Iweala equally reaffirmed that the $849 million ongoing Federal Capital Transport Authority … Continue reading Abuja Airport Terminal Expansion, $849m Light Rail Project Scheduled for Completion in 2015
By elizabeth
NSIA 2013 Annual Report – The Real Estate Roundup
April 19, 2022
The Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), managers of our country’s Sovereign Wealth Fund released their pioneer annual report last week. Whilst Uche Orji (MD/CEO) was quick to point out that they had experienced a drag in performance due to significant un-invested cash, it’s interesting to see that the NSIA is keen on a larger scale of real estate investment moving … Continue reading NSIA 2013 Annual Report – The Real Estate Roundup
By elizabeth
F.G Marks N220 Billion for MSMEs
April 19, 2022
To boost production, create jobs, reduce poverty and ensure inclusive economic growth and development in the country, the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding, MoU with the 36 State governments on “MSMEs Development Fund’’. Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, MSMEs, the CBN says can drive Nigeria’s economy if adequately … Continue reading F.G Marks N220 Billion for MSMEs
Lagos State Government Establishes Micro Credit Fund for Entrepreneurs
April 19, 2022
Artisans and entrepreneurs have been called by Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Auldon Limited, Paul Orajiaka, to be partakers of the state’s micro credit fund to grow their business and create employment for others. The Lagos State Government had recently established a micro credit fund for artisans with the aim of mitigating poverty in … Continue reading Lagos State Government Establishes Micro Credit Fund for Entrepreneurs
By elizabeth
Osita Chidoka Appointed Minister of Aviation; Abubakar Olanrewaju Picked as Minister of National Planning
April 19, 2022
The former Corps Marshall of the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Osita Chidoka, has been appointed new Aviation Minister by President Goodluck Jonathan. Mr. Chidoka was sworn in Wednesday alongside Abubakar Olanrewaju, who was appointed National Planning Minister. Mr. Olanrewaju, from Kwara State, replaced Shamsudeen Usman, who was removed last September while Mr. Chidoka … Continue reading Osita Chidoka Appointed Minister of Aviation; Abubakar Olanrewaju Picked as Minister of National Planning
2 Day Workshop on Real Estate Packaging and Infrastructure Financing by 3Invest
April 19, 2022
3Invest, a Real Estate Consulting and Investment Firm, invites all professionals, non-governmental organizations, prospective investors and other interested members of the public of the Real Estate Development Environment to a two-day training workshop on Real Estate packaging and infrastructural Financing Agenda. Venue: UNILAG Centre for Housing Studies, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, University of Lagos, Akoka … Continue reading 2 Day Workshop on Real Estate Packaging and Infrastructure Financing by 3Invest
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DEMO Africa Announces 40 Entrepreneurs for DEMO Africa Conference Launch in September
April 19, 2022
DEMO Africa is pleased to announce 40 entrepreneurs that have been selected for this year’s DEMO Africa conference launch to be held in Lagos Nigeria on September 22 – 26. If as an investor, entrepreneur or tech media professional, you are looking for Africa’s ‘next big thing’ in technology, it is a must-attend event for … Continue reading DEMO Africa Announces 40 Entrepreneurs for DEMO Africa Conference Launch in September
By mary-odunuga
Part 1: Writing a Winning CV
April 19, 2022
Having recently organized a successful CV workshop at an international conference for early career scientists, we became aware of the need for an article on writing CVs. This article will highlight some of the key elements of what is important in a CV and also important tips to consider when writing or designing your CV. … Continue reading Part 1: Writing a Winning CV
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Business Profile: PrimeWealth Nominees Limited
April 19, 2022
PrimeWealth Nominees Limited is a trust industry that handles the high network of individuals, successful professionals and entrepreneurs in relation to real life issues such as health, finances, work/life balance, retirement and wealth management. Their principal activities are Nominee and Company Secretarial Services, Trust and Fiduciary Services, Business Support, and Regulatory and … Continue reading Business Profile: PrimeWealth Nominees Limited
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RegCharles Foundation Interviews Female Entrepreneur Ini Onuk
April 19, 2022
Connect Nigeria recently interviewed Mr. Peter Mbama, the Managing Director of RegCharles Finance and Capital Limited. In anticipation of the Female CEO Roundtable event being held by the organisation, the Reg Charles Foundation interviewed renown speaker, trainer, mentor and international consultant Ini Onuk, who will be speaking at the Female CEOs Roundtable taking place on the … Continue reading RegCharles Foundation Interviews Female Entrepreneur Ini Onuk
