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Meeting Cherie Blair…Virtual vs Physical Meetings

April 19, 2022

At the CEO’s Network in September, 2013, I met Mr. Peter Mbama. He is an alumnus of the prestigious MIT Sloan School of Management Cambridge-USA (MBA, SF) and is the CEO of Regcharles Finance and Capital Limited (RFCNG). This was a physical meeting with a handshake, business cards exchanges and ice-breaking, witty banter attempts. He went on to give … Continue reading Meeting Cherie Blair…Virtual vs Physical Meetings

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Housing News

Nigerians to Own Houses with N1.5m – FHA

April 19, 2022

The Federal Housing Authority (FHA) has announced that interested Nigerians can now have their own homes based on their financial capabilities. Low and middle income earners who are interested in owning their homes can now do so with N1.5 million. The Managing Director/CEO, FHA , Mr. Terver Gemade explained that this development was targeted at … Continue reading Nigerians to Own Houses with N1.5m – FHA

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Meet the Boss

Meet the Boss: Falase Oyeyemi, CEO Cuisine n Chops

April 19, 2022

  Connect Nigeria spoke to Falase Oyeyemi, CEO Cuisine n Chops, who told us about her passion starting out and what it takes to be an entrepreneur in Nigeria. CN: Tell us a bit about your professional background FO: I have a Bachelor’s Degree in computer science from the University of Ibadan, Ibadan Nigeria, obtained … Continue reading Meet the Boss: Falase Oyeyemi, CEO Cuisine n Chops

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Events

Events this Weekend; March 8th – 9th

April 19, 2022

Zebra Living Big Giant Sale Zebra Living invites you to join in on the Big Giant Sale of fabulous dresses and accessories. Take advantage of this one-day event to shop for exotic and classic styles and add new outfits to your wardrobe. Admission to the venue is free. Date: Saturday 8th March 2014 Time: 10 AM – 6 … Continue reading Events this Weekend; March 8th – 9th

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Housing News

30 New Winners Emerge in the Lagos Home Ownership Mortgage Scheme

April 19, 2022

Thirty new home owners emerged at the first draw of the Lagos Home Ownership Mortgage Scheme (HOMS). The draw which took place at the Blue Roof, Lagos Television ground, was conducted for 200 successful applicants who vied for homes located in Abijo, Agege, Igbogbo, Odoragunshin, Ojokoro and Shitta, Lagos State. The HOMS scheme, based on … Continue reading 30 New Winners Emerge in the Lagos Home Ownership Mortgage Scheme

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CAREER Stuff Tip of the Day

Three Steps to Becoming an Expert in Any Area

April 19, 2022

When I first got started on the path to becoming a highly-paid expert in the area of personal and business development, one of the first things that came to my mind was the question: “Who would take me seriously?” It’s not like I had achieved anything spectacular in my life as at that time. My meat business … Continue reading Three Steps to Becoming an Expert in Any Area

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CAREER News

Godwin Emefiele, Zenith Bank MD, Appointed New Central Bank Governor

April 19, 2022

The managing director of Zenith Bank Plc, Mr Godwin Emefiele has been appointed the new Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria by President Goodluck Jonathan. His name was forwarded to the Nigerian Senate for screening and approval by the Nigerian president a few hours after the removal of Mallam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi from office. If … Continue reading Godwin Emefiele, Zenith Bank MD, Appointed New Central Bank Governor

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ECONOMY News

Central Bank of Nigeria Changes Umpire: Sanusi Out, Alade In

April 19, 2022

The Central Bank of Nigeria has had a leadership change. Mallam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi was governor of the apex bank until his replacement with Dr. Sarah Alade, a deputy governor of the bank, who will steer the affairs of the institution in an acting capacity in the interim. All Good Things End Mallam Sanusi Lamido … Continue reading Central Bank of Nigeria Changes Umpire: Sanusi Out, Alade In

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BUSINESS International News

First Bank, GTBank and Zenith Named Among World’s Most Valuable 500 Banks

April 19, 2022

Three Nigerian commercial banks – First Bank Plc, Guaranty Trust  Bank Plc, and Zenith Bank Plc – have been named among the World’s 500 Most Valuable Bank Brands in 2014 global rankings. The listing was done by Brand Finance Plc’s The Banker/Brand Finance Banking 500 annual study, which is the World’s leading Brand Valuation Consultancy. … Continue reading First Bank, GTBank and Zenith Named Among World’s Most Valuable 500 Banks

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BUSINESS News Philanthropy

The Rockefeller Foundation and Tony Elumelu Foundation Announce Africa Winners of the Impact Economy Innovations Fund

April 19, 2022

Winners of the Africa Impact Economy Innovations Fund (IEIF) have been announced. The Rockefeller Foundation and the Tony Elumelu Foundation made the announcement in a joint statement. The IEIF, which was launched in April 2013, provides grant capital for entrepreneurs with projects that create jobs, and supports proposals geared towards enabling capital solutions and promoting … Continue reading The Rockefeller Foundation and Tony Elumelu Foundation Announce Africa Winners of the Impact Economy Innovations Fund

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BUSINESS ECONOMY International Media News

Bloomberg TV Africa Begins Airing Three New Shows this February – African Business Weekly, Football Dynamics and African Women to Watch

April 19, 2022

This February, Bloomberg TV Africa will begin broadcasting three new shows to its over 200 million viewers. The new shows are African Business Weekly, Football Dynamics and African Women To Watch. African Business Weekly, which is anchored by Eleni Giokos, Boason Omofaye, and Uche Okoronkwo, is a show that discusses the latest business, financial and economic news … Continue reading Bloomberg TV Africa Begins Airing Three New Shows this February – African Business Weekly, Football Dynamics and African Women to Watch

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Arts Creative Industry Entertainment Personality Religion

”We all have ‘But God’ Moments If We Pause to Think of It” – Emmy Odunze

April 19, 2022

Emmy Odunze (born Chukwuemeka Odunze) is a Houston-based Gospel recording singer, songwriter, author and composer marked out with anointing for praise and worship. He spoke to ConnectNigeria about his recently released album, ‘But God’. CN: Tell us a bit about yourself EO: I am a gospel artiste. I was born and raised in Enugu before … Continue reading ”We all have ‘But God’ Moments If We Pause to Think of It” – Emmy Odunze

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UberChic Ville’s Jasmine T. Olaniran: A Jeweler’s Passion for Fashion

April 19, 2022

UberChic Ville (UCV) is a Lagos-based online store hosting the very best in unique fashion accessories from all over the world. UCV is determined to be your one-stop shop for your fashion accessories needs, bringing you the latest accessories in the fashion world and ensuring you look like a UberChic Diva. Connect Nigeria recently spoke … Continue reading UberChic Ville’s Jasmine T. Olaniran: A Jeweler’s Passion for Fashion

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BUSINESS Stuff Tip of the Day

3 Ways to Make Your Small Business Profitable

April 19, 2022

By Joy Ehonwa Starting a small business can be a very challenging undertaking. Here are three tips to ensure you get off to a great start, and actually make profit. 1. Be clear and specific about the problem that you solve for clients This is especially true for your marketing content. Whether it’s the “About” … Continue reading 3 Ways to Make Your Small Business Profitable

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BUSINESS CAREER News

Nnamdi Okonkwo Appointed Fidelity Bank CEO; Takes Over from Reginald Ihejahi

April 19, 2022

Fidelity Bank has appointed a new chief executive officer/managing director, Mr. Nnamdi Okonkwo. The new CEO, who comes with 24 years experience in the banking industry, takes over from Mr. Reginald Ihejahi. Ihejahi served as the bank’s CEO for eight years before handing over the reins to Okonkwo. The Central Bank of Nigeria stipulates a … Continue reading Nnamdi Okonkwo Appointed Fidelity Bank CEO; Takes Over from Reginald Ihejahi

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