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Dele Giwa: After 25 Years
April 19, 2022
Dele Giwa savoured journalism. He lived for journalism. His crave for professional excellence and wholeness defined Newswatch magazine, of which he was the founding Editor-in-Chief/Chief Executive.
April 19, 2022
Nigeria has been called “the heart of African music” because of its role in the development of West African Highlife, which fuses native rhythms with techniques imported from the Congo.
Beyond Me!!!
April 19, 2022
we hear stories about everyone from varying countries hovering across the continents of the world. I have so often heard the Political leaders of some nations being used as a reference point for leadership. The same also for the system of governments in some, used as a benchmark for success in others.
2011 Nigeria Entertainment Awards: “And the Winners are…”
April 19, 2022
Congratulations to all the nominees and winners in the different categories.
The Case of Agriculture as the Only Saviour to Nigeria’s Dying Economy
April 19, 2022
Agriculture, as the ‘engine house’ of world economies needs to be overhauled and serviced so that the tears of the Nigerian masses may dry up.
The Headies: Rewarding Excellence
April 19, 2022
Co-hosted by dexterous music producer eLDee and talented actress Rita Dominic, this year’s edition is a homecoming for the Headies which was earlier rumoured to be moving to the southern part of the country.
New Music: ‘Beautiful Noise’ By Timi Dakolo
April 19, 2022
By the virtue of the long wait by fans for this release, it has been termed ‘the most anticipated album’ in the history of Nigerian music. Whether this was deliberate or not, it sure is worth the wait judging by the quality this album brings to her audience. It’s a pride to Nigeria music scene as it could compete favourably at the international market.
Celebrating Our Dream Team Legends: “Fight Back At Atlanta”
April 19, 2022
It is a documentary that captures the untold inspirational stories of the team’s journey to success as told by them, as we relive the glorious moments that united us all back home in Nigeria.
CN Exclusive: Fela Durotoye, The Man with a Message
April 19, 2022
In a country with so many problems, he is like the proverbial Moses, an unflinching optimist in the power of dreams and vision. Fela Durotoye is no ordinary man. He spent time with ConnectNigeria, sharing his vision, dreams, and his unique personality.
Imagine Cup: Nigerian software solution ranked 5th in people’s choice award
April 19, 2022
Eight African countries including Nigeria, Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, South Africa, Tunisia and Uganda were among the countries from the continent that showcased at the 2011 Microsoft Imagine Cup, the world’s premier student’s technology competition.
Dana Air Launches Fly ‘N’ Ride Promo
April 19, 2022
Dana Air is set to launch a new promo which will see one lucky guest of the airline ride away in a brand new Kia Picanto car, every week for 45 weeks. Tagged Fly ‘n’ Ride, the promo is the first-of-its-kind in Nigeria’s aviation history and it is scheduled to commence on Friday, 27th May 2011.
Top 5 of Africa focused TED talks
April 19, 2022
TED Talks provide an amazing avenue for people around the world to listen to some of the world’s brightest, most inspirational and most accomplished individuals the world over. Several African speakers have featured and shared their ideas over time and we thought we would share our top 5 all time favorites.
TIMI DAKOLO : The Profile of a Winner
April 19, 2022
His calm, poise and disciplined demeanor as well as his stage performance is world class, one that would win the accolade of Royals. Simple, yet inspirational, Donald Timiebi Dakolo has broken through barriers and shot for the stars.
Obama Appoints Nigerian, Olufunmilayo Falusi Olopade, To the US National Cancer Advisory Board
April 19, 2022
Recently, the US president Barack Obama appointed Chicago-based Nigerian, Dr. Olufunmilayo Falusi Olopade, to the US Cancer advisory board.