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4 More Days to Register for BVN
April 19, 2022
According to media reports, a total of 21 million customers in the country have obtained their BVN so far. Also, about 12,000 bank customers in the diaspora have taken advantage of the BVN registration centres created outside the country by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the bankers’ committee. This is great news but … Continue reading 4 More Days to Register for BVN
By ejura
Ola Ndi Igbo 2015: Meet the Conference Speakers
April 19, 2022
We’re excited to see the interesting selection of knowledgeable speakers at the upcoming Ola Ndi Igbo 2015 Summit, including Oby Ezekwesil and Chude Jideonwo, to name a few. The event is set to be a remarkable celebration of successful achievements of Ndi Igbo at home and abroad, particularly in the industries of media, entertainment and technology. Find out more … Continue reading Ola Ndi Igbo 2015: Meet the Conference Speakers
By ify
Full List of AMAA 2015 Winners
April 19, 2022
Congratulations to everyone who won at this year’s 2015 Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMMA) which took place in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Here is the full list of winners: Award For Best Short Film – Twaaga (Burkina Faso) Award For Best Animation – The Legacies Of Rubies (Nigeria) Award For Best Documentary – Egypt’s Modern … Continue reading Full List of AMAA 2015 Winners
By ejura
Igbo Kwenu! 2015 Ola Ndi Igbo Summit to Hold in October
April 19, 2022
The 2015 summit of Pan-Igbo organization, Ola Ndi Igbo is set to hold on Saturday, 17th October, 2015 in Enugu. The upcoming event promises to be a celebration of Igbo life, tradition and successful achievements in Nigeria and the diaspora. It will also serve as a networking platform for Igbo professionals from different sectors of … Continue reading Igbo Kwenu! 2015 Ola Ndi Igbo Summit to Hold in October
By ify
Industrial Training Fund Launches a Brain Gain Skills Enhancement Initiative
April 19, 2022
Industrial Training Fund (ITF) has announced the introduction of a new initiative tagged “Brain Gain Skills Enhancement Initiative,” to enhance the capacity of the Nigerian human capital, as well as improve their skills and ability to either become self-employed or attract gainful employment. The initiative would be powered by Nigerian experts in the diaspora who are interested in … Continue reading Industrial Training Fund Launches a Brain Gain Skills Enhancement Initiative
By ejura
7 Days to AWIEF: Ezekwesili and Others to Address Women’s Critical Role in the African Economy
April 19, 2022
In seven days, Lagos will witness the first conference of its kind on African soil, that will assemble some of the most successful female entrepreneurs and business leaders from diverse African countries and beyond, under one roof on a fundamental agenda. The event is Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) holding at Lagos Oriental … Continue reading 7 Days to AWIEF: Ezekwesili and Others to Address Women’s Critical Role in the African Economy
By ejura
Book Review: Homebound
April 19, 2022
Looking for something good to read? Our recommended book for the week comes from a young, upcoming writer, Angel Okwuosa. Her recently published book, Homebound is a short prose that tells the story of life in Lagos from the point of view of an intelligent 11-year-0ld girl named Ona. The heroine is forced to move from the US … Continue reading Book Review: Homebound
By ify
100 UK and Nigerian Delegates Explore Opportunities in Shell-Sponsored Business Summit
April 19, 2022
A total of 100 delegates, representing 56 companies from Nigeria and the United Kingdom, explored opportunities for collaboration at the annual Nigeria-UK Supplier Engagement Programme organised by Shell Nigeria Exploration Company Ltd (SNEPCo) in conjunction with the United Kingdom Trade and Investment (UKTI). The event, which held in Lagos on the 30th of July, brought … Continue reading 100 UK and Nigerian Delegates Explore Opportunities in Shell-Sponsored Business Summit
By ejura
Creative Industry Website Review
WordPress vs Blogger: Which is Better?
April 19, 2022
The world of blogging sneaked into Nigeria a few years ago at a time when information and knowledge was recognized all over the world as powerful and liberating. Since Blogger.com, a platform which was initially for personal photos and life experiences, was launched in the year 1999, Nigerians saw in it an easy to use, … Continue reading WordPress vs Blogger: Which is Better?
By mary-odunuga
#NascoMoments: 6 Surefire Tips to Build a Small Business in Nigeria
April 19, 2022
The Nigerian entrepreneur is a special breed. Misunderstood by family and friends alike, and disadvantaged by a hostile economic climate and a lack of basic infrastructure, the Nigerian business owner has more odds stacked against him than his counterparts in developed countries. Yet, year after year, new businesses spring up, with Nigerians in diaspora also … Continue reading #NascoMoments: 6 Surefire Tips to Build a Small Business in Nigeria
By jehonwa
Nigeria’s Season of First Class Graduates?
April 19, 2022
Nigerians are taking over Education internationally, it seems, with the recent set of first class graduates being showcased across the blogosphere. Or has this always been the case but no one’s ever noticed? That is the question. Here are four recent high achievers making us proud in diaspora: First is 22 year old Tega Clement Adigu. This … Continue reading Nigeria’s Season of First Class Graduates?
By ify
#NascoMoments: What Every Nigerian Graduate Should Know
April 19, 2022
The topic of discussion for the 3rd episode of #NascoMoments on City 105.1 FM was one of great concern to every well-meaning Nigerian: The Plight of the Nigerian Graduate. The amiable host, Joy Isi Bewaji, clearly finds the decay in the educational system disturbing. She is bothered about the quality of graduates being churned out … Continue reading #NascoMoments: What Every Nigerian Graduate Should Know
By jehonwa
10 Highlights of the Last 6 Months in Nigeria
April 19, 2022
Welcome to the month of July! The last 6 months have been eventful and progressive in Nigeria and we look forward to another six months of fantastic achievements by Nigerians at home and in Diaspora. Some amazing things have happened from January to June this year. Here are some favourites: 1. After the election results were … Continue reading 10 Highlights of the Last 6 Months in Nigeria
By ejura
CBN Extends Deadline For BVN Registration to October 31
April 19, 2022
The Central Bank of Nigeria has extended the deadline for the registration of the Bank Verification Number from June 30 to October 31. This is to facilitate a smooth completion of the registration process. A statement by the bank said that this was also necessary in order to ensure that Diaspora account holders also complete their BVN registration.
By ejura
October 1, Iyore, Dazzling Mirage and Others Battle For ‘Best Nigerian Film’ at AMAA
April 19, 2022
Nollywood movies ‘Invasion 1897’, ‘Dazzling Mirage’, ‘October 1’, ‘Iyore’ and ‘A Place in the Stars’ have been nominated for the Bayelsa Government sponsored ‘Best Nigerian Film’ at the the 2015 African Movie Academy Awards, AMAA. South Africa’s iNumber Number, Nigeria’s October 1 and Mauritania’s Timbuktu also emerged most nominated movies for this year’s edition of … Continue reading October 1, Iyore, Dazzling Mirage and Others Battle For ‘Best Nigerian Film’ at AMAA
