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ECONOMY Energy

For Gas Supply to Bolster Electricity Generation, World Bank Provides $145 Million to Nigeria

April 19, 2022

The World Bank has announced $145 million in finance to Nigeria, to bolster gas supply for electricity generation – under its Partial Risk Guarantee (PRG) program. The Gas Supply and Aggregation Agreement (GSAA) was signed – yesterday, by the World Bank, the Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN), Egbin Power PLC, Deutsche Bank and Chevron … Continue reading For Gas Supply to Bolster Electricity Generation, World Bank Provides $145 Million to Nigeria

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BUSINESS ECONOMY Real Estate

New $300 Million Mortgage Deal for Nigeria, by the World Bank

April 19, 2022

The World Bank and Nigeria are partnering for a $300 million mortgage deal to provide finance for the housing sector in Nigeria. The finance will be operational from 2014, in six states – including Lagos, Anambra, Bauchi and the FCT. The Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala revealed this at the World Bank/IMF … Continue reading New $300 Million Mortgage Deal for Nigeria, by the World Bank

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Stuff

Important Facts about the Lekki-Epe Expressway

April 19, 2022

By Joy Ehonwa Today, road users enjoy the Eti-Osa Lekki-Epe Expressway’s clean, solid multi-lane carriageways, world class bus stops, traffic lights and road signage, and while many do not like the fact that they have to pay to use it, none can deny that the commuting experience on the road is immensely improved. Indeed, it … Continue reading Important Facts about the Lekki-Epe Expressway

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BUSINESS

THE ENTREPRENEURS CHRONICLES: Becoming a Successful Entrepreneur

April 19, 2022

By Kobe Eru Godwin Somebody who initiates or finances new commercial enterprises is called an ‘Entrepreneur.’ An entrepreneur assumes the responsibility and risk of a business operation with the expectation of making a profit. Entrepreneurs are builders of modern day society. They create platforms and paths for the nation’s prosperity.   No country can progress … Continue reading THE ENTREPRENEURS CHRONICLES: Becoming a Successful Entrepreneur

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CAREER EDUCATION

Yale University Names Nigerians, Tokunboh Ishmael and Lai Yahaya, Among Its World Fellows for 2013

April 19, 2022

Prestigious American School, Yale University, has named two Nigerians Tokunboh Ishmael and Lai Yahaya in its world fellow for 2013 list. They were named with 14 others, for their outstanding career and achievement in recent times. According to Yale, Tokunboh Ishmael is the “co-founder and Managing Director of Alitheia Capital, a fund management and investment firm … Continue reading Yale University Names Nigerians, Tokunboh Ishmael and Lai Yahaya, Among Its World Fellows for 2013

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Arts

Poem: The Monies Prayer

April 19, 2022

By Ubonabasi Ime Ekpo Money is my servant It will not make me rigid It will lead me to financial freedom As I will not serve it Because it will make me best of the best And it will not lead me into fraudulent means For the cash will help me be among the business … Continue reading Poem: The Monies Prayer

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CAREER

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Oprah Winfrey at ‘Women In The World’ Summit

April 19, 2022

Last week, Newsweek and The Daily Beast’s 2013 welcomed 125 world renowned inspirational women at a World Summit to discuss global issues and engage in first-person story telling. The summit held at the Lincoln Centre, New York, and saw prominent women like Angelina Jolie, Eva Longoria, Meryl Streep, Oprah Winfrey, Christiane Amanpour, Hillary Clinton, and … Continue reading Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Oprah Winfrey at ‘Women In The World’ Summit

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BUSINESS Events

BusinessDay Presents Conference on Micro-Insurance

April 19, 2022

Business Day presents Improving Insurance Consciousness & Culture through Micro Insurance Scheme, a conference on microfinance and its benefits to the Nigerian Economy. The conference hopes to help people understand micro insurance business and its impact on the economy; the role of Microfinance Banks in advancing micro insurance business in Nigeria; the legal and regulatory … Continue reading BusinessDay Presents Conference on Micro-Insurance

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Events

Events This Weekend!

April 19, 2022

The Nigeria Symposium for Young & Emerging Leaders The Future Project presents The Nigeria Symposium for Young & Emerging Leaders, focused on tomorrow’s leaders and entrepreneurs. High-profile guests would speak at the event, including former President Obasanjo, former FCT Minister El-Rufai, Governor Uduaghan of Delta State and Minister for Finance, Dr. Okonjo-Iweala. Venue: Ikogosi Springs, Ekiti. Date: April … Continue reading Events This Weekend!

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TECH

Website Review: Find Answers To Life’s Complex Questions at AskDami.com

April 19, 2022

By Frederick Chegwe   ”This life is a test, it is only a test. If it was an actual life, we would have received further instructions on where to go and what to do.” Have you ever searched for practical solutions to complex situations in your finance, career or relationship? Sometimes, we may have to … Continue reading Website Review: Find Answers To Life’s Complex Questions at AskDami.com

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LIFESTYLE Religion

Five things to NOT do at Easter

April 19, 2022

By Ada Arinze Easter, like every other holiday, can get stressful if not handled carefully. Even worse, it could drain your finances. It might not be Christmas, but with two working-day holidays set nice and snugly around a weekend, it is the next biggest thing. There will be dinners, there will be chicken and cow … Continue reading Five things to NOT do at Easter

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Philanthropy

Okonjo-Iweala, Elumelu Champion Strategic Philanthropy in Nigeria

April 19, 2022

To maximize the benefits of their generosity, wealthy Nigerians need to be more strategic in their giving, to create a bigger impact and leave a lasting legacy. This was the view of the Coordinating Minister for the Economy and Minister of Finance, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, at the inaugural Nigeria Philanthropy Summit which she co-hosted with … Continue reading Okonjo-Iweala, Elumelu Champion Strategic Philanthropy in Nigeria

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Creative Industry Events

Enterprise Creative: March Freelance Friday Holds This Week

April 19, 2022

The March freelance clinic organized by Enterprise Creative holds this Friday. There list of facilitators that will be leading the sessions is impressive. Head of Branding and Corporate Communications, ARM Group Limited, Aminat Gbajabiamila, will be leading the first session, where she’ll teach entrepreneurs on How to Build a Personal Brand while Head of SME Banking, Stanbic IBTC Bank, Akin … Continue reading Enterprise Creative: March Freelance Friday Holds This Week

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Entertainment

Nollywood Celebrates 20 Years, President Goodluck Jonathan Shows support.

April 19, 2022

“Whenever I travel abroad, many of my colleagues, Presidents of other countries, ask me about Nollywood. Nollywood is our shining light. Africans are very proud of Nollywood. That is why we are here today to celebrate the success story of this national, continental and global brand,” said President Goodluck Jonathan, at a dinner in Marina, … Continue reading Nollywood Celebrates 20 Years, President Goodluck Jonathan Shows support.

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BUSINESS ECONOMY News

Heirs Holdings: AFEX Announces Executive Appointments in Rwanda

April 19, 2022

In line with its strategy to build commodity exchanges across Africa, Africa Exchange Holdings (AFEX) announced two key appointments for its subsidiary East Africa Exchange (EAX) in Rwanda. Paul Kukubo, Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya Information, Communication and Technology Board and John Bosco Sebabi, Director General at the National Bank of Rwanda will take … Continue reading Heirs Holdings: AFEX Announces Executive Appointments in Rwanda

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