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Rise Networks National Youth Forum Returns
April 19, 2022
The Rise National Youth Forum is has returned after a break aimed towards research and planning. This year’s theme is titled ‘NIGERIA BEYOND OIL; Strengthening Youth Entrepreneurship in the Next Most Productive Sectors), ENTERTAINMENT + AGRICULTURE + TECHNOLOGY – (EAT)’. The highlight of the restructured Program is the Blue Collar Jobs Campaign Initiative; a Strategic … Continue reading Rise Networks National Youth Forum Returns
ACEI to Invest US$130 Million Power Project in Nigeria
April 19, 2022
United States-based American Capital Energy and Infrastructure (ACEI) has announced an investment of $130 million in Azura Power Holdings, the company developing the Azura-Edo power project in Edo State, Nigeria. The Azura-Edo project is a 450 Megawatts open-cycle gas turbine power station being developed near Benin City, which is the first phase of a 1,000 … Continue reading ACEI to Invest US$130 Million Power Project in Nigeria
7 Entrepreneurship Lessons from the Sweet Sensation Story
April 19, 2022
“From the gatehouse to the gateway” is an expression often used to describe the remarkable story of the incontrovertible ascension of Sweet Sensation Confectionery from humble beginnings to remarkable heights. In her book, Pots, Pans and Spoons, Kehinde Kamson shares the story of how Sweet Sensation started from a shed and grew into a successful … Continue reading 7 Entrepreneurship Lessons from the Sweet Sensation Story
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40 Under 40 Gala Awards: Recipients Honoured for Remarkable Feats in Entrepreneurship
April 19, 2022
Forty young men and women that have distinguished themselves in different economic endeavours were honoured by Business Day Newspaper on Friday 29th November in Lagos at a ceremony titled 40 Under 40 Gala Awards. Business Day Newspaper, in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Industry Trade and Investment (FMITI), Bank of Industry (BOI), Small and Medium … Continue reading 40 Under 40 Gala Awards: Recipients Honoured for Remarkable Feats in Entrepreneurship
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Ask the Artist: Abeke Makeovers
April 19, 2022
Beautification and bridal make-up is on the rise as a career among young women with entrepreneurial acumen. Though an old art, the business savvy have taken it a notch higher globally. In Nigeria, several brand names abound. Among the highly rated beauty companies, we bring you Abeke Makeovers, a brand created by the delectable Funmilola … Continue reading Ask the Artist: Abeke Makeovers
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Nigeria, Russia to Promote Investment in SMEs
April 19, 2022
Nigeria’s relationship with other countries might start to pay off soon. Nigeria is working on bringing in Russian investors with focus on building SMEs and two other sectors of the economy – the oil and gas and agricultural sectors. To this end, a business forum is to hold in Moscow this week where Nigerian and … Continue reading Nigeria, Russia to Promote Investment in SMEs
Firstbank Launches e-Commerce Platform
April 19, 2022
First Bank Plc has partnered 3AL Limited for a portal to provide various services including retail, insurance products and e-ticketing solutions. The portal, www.3al.com is, according to First Bank, Nigeria’s first social commerce channel which has social media and e-Commerce capabilities. It has social media features that enable businesses to interact with potential customers while … Continue reading Firstbank Launches e-Commerce Platform
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Zenith Bank Announces N69Bn Profit After Tax for 9 months in 2013
April 19, 2022
Zenith Bank Plc has reported N69 billion as its profit after tax (PAT) for the nine months ending September 30, 2013. It submitted the report to The Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) saying loans and advances portfolio hit N1.1 trillion. The report showed unaudited results for gross earnings at N255 billion in the period under consideration, … Continue reading Zenith Bank Announces N69Bn Profit After Tax for 9 months in 2013
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Apple Targets Microsoft Office
April 19, 2022
Apple has aimed at one of the biggest and seemingly unassailable businesses of its rival Microsoft, its Office software for tasks like word processing and spreadsheets. Apple said iWork, a set of applications for Macs, iPads and iPhones that essentially duplicates what Microsoft’s Office offers customers, would be free to anyone who bought a … Continue reading Apple Targets Microsoft Office
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Meet The Boss: Adekunle Jinadu, JaraMall
April 19, 2022
Kunle Jinadu, a Computer Science graduate from Covenant University with experience in Telecoms, Banking and Publishing, is the CEO of JaraMall, an online grocery store. He talks to Connect Nigeria about doing business online. CN: What is the story behind Jaramall.com? What inspired you to set up such a unique and exciting business? KJ: … Continue reading Meet The Boss: Adekunle Jinadu, JaraMall
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Diamond Bank to Invest $33 Million in Nigeria’s Agricultural Sector
April 19, 2022
One of Nigeria’s leading lenders, Diamond Bank, has agreed to invest $33 million in Nigeria’s agricultural sector over the next two years. The Bank has partnered with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group to provide advisory services. The IFC, according to the agreement it signed with the Bank, will … Continue reading Diamond Bank to Invest $33 Million in Nigeria’s Agricultural Sector
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Events This Weekend, October 24th — 27th
April 19, 2022
Connect Nigeria e-Business Fair This year’s business fair, convened by Connect Nigeria, is aimed at promoting the use of electronic technologies in business operations across Nigeria. Businesses, no matter how small they are, contribute to national economic development. The last several years has brought about innovative and exponential growth in information and communication technology, globally. … Continue reading Events This Weekend, October 24th — 27th
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AfDB Supports African SME Development Fund
April 19, 2022
African Development Bank (AfDB) has announced that its Board of Directors have approved a US $12.5-million equity investment in the Kibo Fund II, to allow the Fund provide access to finance and capacity building to an under-served market of outward-looking small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and mid-market African firms, particularly in low-income and fragile states … Continue reading AfDB Supports African SME Development Fund
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Nigeria and Stag Engineering to Power Prosperity
April 19, 2022
Industrial activity is imperative to Nigeria’s development, with the engineering sector in particular boosting financial growth and providing a solid plateau for investment “There are a lot of business opportunities in Nigeria,” claims Alfred Ayotunde Jagun, CEO of Nigerian-owned Stag Engineering. “Especially in Nigeria’s thriving engineering sector, in which Stag Engineering is a major player.” … Continue reading Nigeria and Stag Engineering to Power Prosperity
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Events This Weekend: 10th – 17th October
April 19, 2022
2 Side Model Look Africa 2013 The second edition of the modeling competition tagged “2Side Model Look Africa 2013” is coming up on October 12, 2013. The search is designed to redefine the modeling industry as a platform to project talents and create career paths for aspiring young models as well as promoting modeling and … Continue reading Events This Weekend: 10th – 17th October
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