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WoWe 2014 Press Conference
April 19, 2022
Connect Nigeria was at the WoWe 2014 press conference which was set up by Tori Abiola, the Managing Director, WoWe 2014 in Lagos on the 4th of June, 2014 with three other women speakers who joined her in speaking to the journalists present about why women entrepreneurs should be a part of this year’s … Continue reading WoWe 2014 Press Conference
By mary-odunuga
Following the Natural Hair Journey
April 19, 2022
By Ebun Oluwole For many of us (ladies), the concept of a healthy hair journey seemed like an utopian task especially before the popularity of the internet. It was an ideology we could only connect with via foreign movies and music videos. In order to satisfy this far- fetched need, our local industry began to manufacture synthetic weaves. … Continue reading Following the Natural Hair Journey
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When Will our Girls Return Home?
April 19, 2022
By Toks Ero I am sad that bomb blasts have become a regular occurrence in Nigeria. In less than a month, we have had two in Nyanya, Abuja killing scores of Nigerian’s. The abduction of over 200 or rather almost 300 school girls in a secondary school in Chibok, Borno State by the daredevil boko … Continue reading When Will our Girls Return Home?
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Tip of the Day: How to Prevent Malaria
April 19, 2022
Malaria is a rampant disease in Africa and in Nigeria in particular. As pervasive as it is, awareness and prevention are not as pervasive as they could be. According to the World Health organisation (WHO), in 2012, Malaria caused an estimated 627,000 deaths mostly among African children. Awareness and preventive measures can ensure … Continue reading Tip of the Day: How to Prevent Malaria
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About the 2nd WIE Africa Symposium
April 19, 2022
The WIE Symposium, following its successful launch last year will break new ground in Nigeria by bringing together the continent’s stars and emerging young female leaders to empower and inspire the next generation. The WIE Africa will be held on the 3rd of May at the Intercontinental Hotel in Lagos, Nigeria. Co-founder and CEO, WIE, Dee … Continue reading About the 2nd WIE Africa Symposium
By mary-odunuga
Meet the Boss: Ronke Adebule, Colors AT Ronnie’s
April 19, 2022
Meet Ronke Adebule, MD, Colors AT Ronnie’s. A goal-getter, young and a fashionista, Ronke Adebule’s zest for life is seen in her fashion and style. Her love for looking good and feeling good, not just for her but for others as well, led to the creation of the Colors At Ronnie’s brand. Connect Nigeria spoke … Continue reading Meet the Boss: Ronke Adebule, Colors AT Ronnie’s
By mary-odunuga
Meet the Boss: Debo Onabanjo, Creative Director, D-First Home Essentials
April 19, 2022
Connect Nigeria met with some peculiar women entrepreneurs at the 11th Unique Interior Exhibition that took place at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island recently. We could not resist talking with these women taking interior decorations in Nigeria to the next level. One of them is the Creative Director of D-First Home Essentials, Debo Onabanjo. CN: … Continue reading Meet the Boss: Debo Onabanjo, Creative Director, D-First Home Essentials
By mary-odunuga
Meet Ojoma Ochai, Assistant Country Director, British Council
April 19, 2022
Meet Ojoma Ochai, Assistant Country Director of the British Council in Nigeria and speaker at the 2014 Social Media Week Lagos. CN: Who is Ojoma Ochai? OO: Ojoma Ochai is a 32 year old wife, mother, sister and daughter. I also consider myself a thinker, talker and doer. I have worked in various roles in Information … Continue reading Meet Ojoma Ochai, Assistant Country Director, British Council
By mary-odunuga
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Meet Esta Morenikeji, Fitness Training Expert and Nigeria’s Top Social Media Fitness Blogger
April 19, 2022
Esta Morenikeji, fitness training expert and blogger, was acknowledged for her work in the Fitness and Wellness industry in Nigeria as she was named Nigeria’s Top Social Media Brand in Health and Fitness during the 2014 Social Media Week Lagos. Esta Morenikeji began fitness training as a personal goal but later embraced it as a … Continue reading Meet Esta Morenikeji, Fitness Training Expert and Nigeria’s Top Social Media Fitness Blogger
By mary-odunuga
Read Full Text of President Goodluck Jonathan’s Live TV Address
April 19, 2022
President Goodluck Jonathan addressed Nigerians on national TV late on Wednesday night, February 26th 2014. The address centered on Nigeria’s Centenary celebration. The President also spoke a little about the current security situation in North East Nigeria. Read the full text below. National Broadcast by His Excellency, President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, GCFR, on the Occasion of … Continue reading Read Full Text of President Goodluck Jonathan’s Live TV Address
Meet the Boss: Kene Rapu, Slippers by Kene
April 19, 2022
When it comes to starting a business in Nigeria, and indeed anywhere in the world, finding a unique niche and owning it is a huge boost. Kene Rapu talks to Connect Nigeria about her unique world of slippers and her journey from a legal career to fashion entrepreneurship. CN: Tell us a bit about your … Continue reading Meet the Boss: Kene Rapu, Slippers by Kene
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Three Steps to Becoming an Expert in Any Area
April 19, 2022
When I first got started on the path to becoming a highly-paid expert in the area of personal and business development, one of the first things that came to my mind was the question: “Who would take me seriously?” It’s not like I had achieved anything spectacular in my life as at that time. My meat business … Continue reading Three Steps to Becoming an Expert in Any Area
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Of Winners and Losers of ASUU Strike
April 19, 2022
By Toks Ero Academic activities have picked up in earnest in our universities with examinations either going on or concluded in some of the institutions. It had been six gruelling months of praying and waiting on the part of students and their parents/guardians on the one hand, and six months of throwing punches and docking … Continue reading Of Winners and Losers of ASUU Strike
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Meet the Boss: Drey Mark, Creative Director, Dreystyles
April 19, 2022
Meet the Boss: Drey Mark, Creative Director, Dreystyles Drey Mark’s career story tells of one who honed her talent for fashion by educating herself. She has been involved in the Nigerian fashion industry and has worked with celebrities in the entertainment industry. She recently worked on Iyanya’s and Banky W’s videos. With more works lined … Continue reading Meet the Boss: Drey Mark, Creative Director, Dreystyles
By mary-odunuga
Meet the Boss: Uche Nnaji, OUCH
April 19, 2022
When it comes to dressing it up, Uche Nnaji, winner of The Style Entrepreneur Award at The Future Awards 2009, is the Boss to call. His brand, OUCH, is a fast growing global brand in the premium lifestyle products industry. For more than five years, OUCH’s reputation and distinctive image have consistently been developed across … Continue reading Meet the Boss: Uche Nnaji, OUCH
By mary-odunuga
