Search
Search result for: Did You Know?
Did You Know? Ariaria Market, The Heart of South Eastern Nigeria’s Leather Trade
April 19, 2022
Ariaria sits to the west of the older section of the city of Aba. It sprawls over a vast swathe of land, straddling three local government areas, and heaves with the noise of an ever lively humanity. For six days on a typical week, it’s the power house of South Eastern Nigeria’s leather making industry. … Continue reading Did You Know? Ariaria Market, The Heart of South Eastern Nigeria’s Leather Trade
Did You Know? One Out of Every Three Nigerian Adults is an Entrepreneur
April 19, 2022
The Nigerian entrepreneur comes in more shades than you can imagine. It could be the boss at an establishment with a staff of ten, or the woman running a local restaurant nearby; maybe it’s the young man selling biscuits and sweets from his roadside kiosk. Perhaps it’s you. The numbers suggest that about a third … Continue reading Did You Know? One Out of Every Three Nigerian Adults is an Entrepreneur
Did You Know? NTA Jos Was The First TV Station In West Africa To Broadcast In Colour
April 19, 2022
The first terrestrial television broadcast in Africa was from Ibadan (now NTA Ibadan) in 1959, in the present day Oyo state. TV stations began to spring up soon after in various locations, but they all broadcast in black and white until Benue/Plateau Television (BPTV) Jos, now NTA Jos, took television one notch higher with its … Continue reading Did You Know? NTA Jos Was The First TV Station In West Africa To Broadcast In Colour
Did You Know? Smart Card Readers Were Introduced in the 2015 Election
April 19, 2022
Between the 1999 elections and now, Nigeria’s election umpire, the Independent National Electoral Commission, deployed a number of ICT equipment to improve the management and conduct of elections in Nigeria. From typewriters used in the 1999 election to Direct Data Capture Machine (DDCM) used in all elections since the 2007 election to Electronic Voters Registration … Continue reading Did You Know? Smart Card Readers Were Introduced in the 2015 Election
Did you Know? 7 Meals You can Prepare from Maize
April 19, 2022
Maize is one of the most important cereals in the world. Its production is common in most parts of Nigeria where it is prepared and consumed in different ways by different ethnic groups. Maize is a seasonal food with high nutritional content. It also has some medicinal values. Below are seven meals you can prepare … Continue reading Did you Know? 7 Meals You can Prepare from Maize
Did You Know? Jumia is Africa’s First Tech Unicorn
April 19, 2022
If there’s any lingering doubt about Africa’s e-commerce space and its potential to scale, they’re probably heavily negated by the growth of Jumia, the biggest player in continent’s ever-expanding online marketplaces. In seven years, it’s managed to race up the valuation ladder; today, it’s said to be worth over $1 billion. Jumia has quite an … Continue reading Did You Know? Jumia is Africa’s First Tech Unicorn
Did You Know? Davido’s ‘Fall’ Is The Longest Charting Nigerian Song On Billboard
April 19, 2022
Did you know that Davido’s 2017 hit, ‘Fall’ is longest charting Nigerian song on Billboard? The DMW boss made a post on his Instagram account in December 2018, expressing surprise at his Billboard debut, and thanking his American fans after ‘Fall’ was enlisted on the world’s number one music charts. The song debuted at number … Continue reading Did You Know? Davido’s ‘Fall’ Is The Longest Charting Nigerian Song On Billboard
Did You Know? The First Nigerian Woman to Become a Vice-Chancellor of a Nigeria University?
April 19, 2022
Born 16th December 1932, in Warri, in the present Delta State of Nigeria, Grace Alele-Williams made history as the first Nigerian woman to become the head of a Nigerian University, namely; the Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin. Grace is an embodiment of Grace; haven risen through the ranks from a secondary school Maths … Continue reading Did You Know? The First Nigerian Woman to Become a Vice-Chancellor of a Nigeria University?
By jeremiah
Did You Know? Tomato is a Great Skincare Product
April 19, 2022
Tomato is a staple fruit found in every kitchen. While many can name a number of dishes prepared with tomatoes, only a few are aware of the cosmetic value of this fruit. Tomatoes have high potassium and vitamin C contents; these have the ability to transform the dullest skins and ensure a healthy, smooth and youthful … Continue reading Did You Know? Tomato is a Great Skincare Product
Did You Know? The Nigerian Stock Exchange was Founded in 1960
April 19, 2022
The Nigerian Stock Exchange has had a long, checkered life. The institution is represented in the consciousness of many people as an iconic multi-storey building located on Custom Street, Lagos Island. But while the high rise structure bearing its name has been a centre for stock trading since 1986, the NSE itself has existed for … Continue reading Did You Know? The Nigerian Stock Exchange was Founded in 1960
Did You Know? Ade Tuyo, Nigeria’s First Big Bakery CEO
April 19, 2022
If you’re a Nigerian who’s old enough to remember the savory aroma of freshly baked bread from the 60s and 70s, you might just recall something about Defacto Bakeries. At the height of its popularity, this Lagos-based confectionery house situated in the city’s Surulere district was the go-to centre for finely made bread and other … Continue reading Did You Know? Ade Tuyo, Nigeria’s First Big Bakery CEO
Did You Know? Nigeria’s Time-Honored Football League
April 19, 2022
Arsenal’s big game against Chelsea clashed with the Presidential debate on Saturday, and many Nigerians chose to rather watch the riveting game that saw the Gunners school The Blues without mercy than watch the presidential candidates debate the future of our nation. Back in the day, our local football had this exact great hold on … Continue reading Did You Know? Nigeria’s Time-Honored Football League
By achem
Did you Know? I-Invest is the First Treasury Bills Investment App in Nigeria?
April 19, 2022
The I-Invest Mobile App is a platform where you can invest in treasury bills and other fixed income products, monitor the growth of your investment real-time, and liquidate your investments at any time into your cash wallet. The app was developed by Parthian Partners, a pan African inter-brokerage services firm in partnership with Sterling Bank … Continue reading Did you Know? I-Invest is the First Treasury Bills Investment App in Nigeria?
Did You Know? Uda is believed to be a Natural Contraceptive
April 19, 2022
Procreation is a biological function specially endorsed by God for the continuation of the human race. While childbirth is often considered a blessing, birth control is adjudged a necessity. It allows the mother to recover sufficiently; it also gives both parents the time to nurture and rear their child. The search for an effective method … Continue reading Did You Know? Uda is believed to be a Natural Contraceptive
Did You Know? Enyimba is Nigeria’s Most Successful Football Club
April 19, 2022
Nigerian football clubs have been striving hard to etch their names on both national and continental levels. Consequently, the country’s clubs are beginning to gain global recognition, especially after their participation and representation in some international tournaments and friendlies. This is, however, only true for some clubs given that they are ‘bigger’ than others in … Continue reading Did You Know? Enyimba is Nigeria’s Most Successful Football Club
By jeremiah
