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Best Artist of the Continent to Win 1 Million Dollars at Kora Awards

April 19, 2022

The organisers of the prestigious pan African music awards, Kora Awards have revealed that the winner of the “Best Artist of the Continent” category at this year’s edition of the award will receive a grand prize of 1 million dollars as it officially calls for entries from musicians across the African continent and diaspora. This … Continue reading Best Artist of the Continent to Win 1 Million Dollars at Kora Awards

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News

Federal Government Declares Friday Public Holiday

April 19, 2022

The Federal Government has declared Friday, May 29, 2015 as a public holiday to celebrate the 2015 Democracy Day. The Minister of Interior, Abba Moro made the declaration on Monday, on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement signed by the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Abubakar Magaji. The Minister urged Nigerians at home and in … Continue reading Federal Government Declares Friday Public Holiday

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Events

Africa Fashion Week Nigeria Announces Host and Red Carpet Host

April 19, 2022

We are thrilled to announce the charming Mr.Nigeria. Emmanuel Ikubese as the host, and Denrele Edun as the red carpet host of Africa Fashion Week Nigeria 2015.   Emmanuel Ikubese   Emmanuel Ikubese is a graduate of International Relations from the United States International University, Nairobi, Kenya. This is also where his journey to celebrity started, … Continue reading Africa Fashion Week Nigeria Announces Host and Red Carpet Host

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Entertainment

Aliko Dangote, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Tony Elumelu and Others to Star in BET Documentary, Africa Straight Up

April 19, 2022

BET and Africa.com are joining forces to present Africa Straight Up, an inspiring documentary that goes behind the headlines to delve deep into the rich, complex truths about contemporary Africa. Taking a comprehensive look at the story of Africa and the African diaspora, Africa Straight Up features contributions from businessman Aliko Dangote, economist Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, philanthropist and entrepreneur Mo Ibrahim, entrepreneur … Continue reading Aliko Dangote, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Tony Elumelu and Others to Star in BET Documentary, Africa Straight Up

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Opinion

Are We Ready For Tomorrow?

April 19, 2022

Prior to this moment, I promised myself not to say anything about the 2015 elections, its contestants or the antics and tactics employed in the process. However, after meeting a couple of well meaning Nigerians in diaspora and listening to them share their stories, I decided to pen these thoughts. There’s nothing wrong with wishing … Continue reading Are We Ready For Tomorrow?

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EDUCATION News

Federal Government Approves Nine New Private Universities

April 19, 2022

According to Premium Times, nine new universities have been given provisional licences to operate in Nigeria bringing the total of private universities in the country to 59. At the presentation of provisional licenses, the Minister of Education, Ibrahim Shekarau was said to have stated that the licenses were intended to create room for effective mentoring … Continue reading Federal Government Approves Nine New Private Universities

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Meet the Boss

Meet the Boss: Tosin Lawson, African Things

April 19, 2022

While many entrepreneurs find little use for the skills they learn in University, often building totally unrelated businesses, there are others who parlay those skills into exceptional businesses. Tosin Lawson, a graduate of the University of Nottingham with a BEng (Hons) in Product Design and Manufacture, talks to Connect Nigeria about her unique business, African … Continue reading Meet the Boss: Tosin Lawson, African Things

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News

Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss

April 19, 2022

1. The Naira yesterday appreciated by N2 at the parallel market following announcement by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to intervene in the Bureaux de Change segment of the foreign exchange market on Friday. 2. First Bank of Nigeria (FBN) ‎has said it will partner Agro-allied Farmers Commodities Cooperative Entrepreneurship Multipurpose Union to seek the release of … Continue reading Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss

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SPORTS Uncategorized

Football: Balogun Pledges Allegiance to Nigeria

April 19, 2022

Barcelona youngster, Boluwatife Balogun has pledged his allegiance to Nigeria, despite being able to represent Netherland and France. Balogun, who has a French mum and also holds a Dutch passport, has made himself available for the Olympic National Team and Flying Eagles. Balogun, 18, started his career in France with Lens Academy, which produced the … Continue reading Football: Balogun Pledges Allegiance to Nigeria

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Entertainment Events

Music and Entertainment Gospel Music Awards Returns November 14

April 19, 2022

The second edition of Music & Entertainment Gospel Awards, (Mega Awards) has been scheduled to hold at The Haven Event Centre, off Oba Akinjobi Way, GRA Ikeja, Lagos on Friday, November 14, 2014. The event is coming on the heels of months of a rigorous screening exercise through a three-tier process of identifying and celebrating … Continue reading Music and Entertainment Gospel Music Awards Returns November 14

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Uncategorized Women Empowerment

Nigeria’s Women of Vision: Adesuwa Onyenokwe

April 19, 2022

In the Nigerian media industry, women have demonstrated that they can hold their own as well. A number of Nigerian women in the media business have not only excelled as individuals at what they do but also gone a notch higher by running media establishments; adding value and dynamism to how Nigerian stories are told; … Continue reading Nigeria’s Women of Vision: Adesuwa Onyenokwe

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Housing

FMBN Disburses N100.5bn For Building Projects

April 19, 2022

  The Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria has disbursed a sum of N100.5bn for building projects under the National Housing Fund, according to a document obtained from the bank. The NHF is a Federal Government scheme in which every Nigerian above the age of 21 in paid employment is entitled to a low interest government-funded … Continue reading FMBN Disburses N100.5bn For Building Projects

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Events Media Personality

LEAP Africa Calls for Application for The 2014 Social Innovators Programme‏

April 19, 2022

    LEAP Africa has announced its call for applications for the 2014 Social Innovators Programme. This programme will support talented youth with ideas and initiatives and proffer effective solutions to challenges in local communities across Nigeria. LEAP Africa is a non-profit organization that was founded by Ndidi Nwuneli (MFR). Since its inception in May … Continue reading LEAP Africa Calls for Application for The 2014 Social Innovators Programme‏

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Entertainment Events

Nigeria’s Oscar Committee Calls for Submissions as Nollywood Eyes Best Foreign Language Film Prize

April 19, 2022

  Nollywood movie producers have been asked to submit their works by the Nigerian Oscars Selection Committee for the Best Foreign Language Film at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Awards, popularly known as the Oscars. Submissions open from 16 June 2014 – 16 July 2014 through posting works to; House 2, Block … Continue reading Nigeria’s Oscar Committee Calls for Submissions as Nollywood Eyes Best Foreign Language Film Prize

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Creative Industry Fashion Uncategorized

Nigeria to Host Africa Fashion Reception

April 19, 2022

  Last year saw the official launch of the African Fashion Reception in Paris. For the 2014 edition, the Nigerian government through the Federal Ministry of Tourism and Culture will host the event in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State from the 3rd – the 5th of July at the International Conference Centre. The event is organised in … Continue reading Nigeria to Host Africa Fashion Reception

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