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Opinion

A Case for Federalism

April 19, 2022

“Only a fool never changes his mind’-Anon Federalism in its essence connotes many meanings. In our context and according to the 1999 Constitution, Nigeria is a Federation consisting of 36 States and a Federal Capital Territory. Quite agreeably, the writers of our current constitution – originally Decree 24 promulgated on 5 May 1999 by the … Continue reading A Case for Federalism

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SPORTS

UEFA Semifinals: Dortmund for final, but who will sail through tomorrow?

April 19, 2022

Did you catch the live match this evening? Real Madrid 2-0 Borussia Dortmund, but Dortmund sails through 4-3 on aggregate. And tomorrow; Wednesday 1 May at 7:45pm Nigerian/Central West African time (GMT+1), Barcelona faces Bayern Munich. It promises to be a history making event. View the semifinals fixtures table here.

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Books

Great Reads: Top 5 Books to Read Before You Marry

April 19, 2022

By Joy Ehonwa Engaged or thinking of getting married in the near or distant future? Here are 5 books you absolutely have to read to make sure you’re well equipped! 5. The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman Even before marriage- in dating and courtship- it is a wise person who takes the insights this … Continue reading Great Reads: Top 5 Books to Read Before You Marry

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BUSINESS Events

Momentum Behind Region’s Leading Tech Event Illustrates Industry Growth and Progress

April 19, 2022

Mobile Web West Africa 2013, the region’s leading mobile focused conference, has almost hit full capacity over a week before the event is due to be held. The event takes place from May 7th through 10th at the Four Points by Sheraton in Lagos, Nigeria. Only a handful of places now remain for the popular industry get-together; … Continue reading Momentum Behind Region’s Leading Tech Event Illustrates Industry Growth and Progress

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BUSINESS CAREER

Youth Enterprise Exhibition “YEEX Lagos 2013”

April 19, 2022

3Wise Magazine, School of Media and Communication of Pan African University, Office of Limited Partnerships of Lagos State Ministry of Justice and the US-Nigeria Trade Council presents a a 3-day youth enterprise exhibition YEEX Lagos 2013. Date: May 16 – 18, 2013. For Details: Visit: www.yeex.com.ng or email to info [at] yeex.com.ng or call 08055375908 or 08088038606.

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BUSINESS Events

Is Your Company’s Culture Helping or Hurting its Future?

April 19, 2022

LEAP Africa warmly invites you to its 8th CEO’s Forum, this year, LEAP will be hosting an in-depth discussion on Corporate Culture, exploring its linkages with strategy, leadership and innovation, and how it can influence the sustainability of a company. About the Forum: The CEO’s Forum exposes business owners to the importance of planning for their succession and instituting effective systems and … Continue reading Is Your Company’s Culture Helping or Hurting its Future?

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Entertainment Personality

Nigeria’s Omotola, International Influence and Why

April 19, 2022

Omotola is one of the most influential people in the world today, according to TIME Magazine, which recently published its annual list of 100 most influential for 2013. She made the Icons list that also featured Michelle Obama, Beyoncé, Kate Middleton, and Justin Timberlake. She was dubbed the ‘Queen of Nollywood’ by TIME, and profiled … Continue reading Nigeria’s Omotola, International Influence and Why

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Entertainment

Top Ten On-Air Personalities in Lagos

April 19, 2022

Yes, this is a countdown of on-air personalities. They do countdowns of our favourite songs, so you can consider this payback time. To be fair, we won’t do it like they do, starting from the bottom up. We would not have you hold your breath, wondering whether your favourite radio presenter made it to number … Continue reading Top Ten On-Air Personalities in Lagos

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ECONOMY News

Nigeria Gets $9 Billion Foreign Loan

April 19, 2022

The Nigerian Government recognizes the infrastructural challenge in the country, and knows its immediate term revenue may not provide for projects — for speedy upgrade, so the government is taking a $9 billion loan from the Export-Import Bank of China, the Islamic Development Bank and the African Development Bank. Interest rates on the loan will … Continue reading Nigeria Gets $9 Billion Foreign Loan

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BUSINESS Telecommunication

Globacom Signs $750 Million Deal with Huawei

April 19, 2022

Nigeria’s second largest Telecommunication network, Globacom, has entered a deal with Huawei for upgrades, installation and improved service quality – for its network, as it looks to grow subscribers and increase average revenue per user. The deal comes as the Nigeria Communication Commission has rolled out Number Portability and competitors’ fray to accrue subscribers intensifies. … Continue reading Globacom Signs $750 Million Deal with Huawei

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ECONOMY News

U.S. Secretary of State, John Kerry, Briefed About Nigeria, Promises Support

April 19, 2022

The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Olugbenga Ashiru, has briefed the United States Secretary of States, John Kerry, about Nigeria, discussing development, security and matters of interest. Ashiru said about the discussion that, “I was able to brief him on the development in Nigeria, on what we are doing to revamp the economy, to reposition all … Continue reading U.S. Secretary of State, John Kerry, Briefed About Nigeria, Promises Support

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Opinion

Ladies, Don’t Get Caught!

April 19, 2022

By Oluwatosin Fatungase Rape is a very terrible act. The perpetrators of this evil act could be male or female. The same goes for the victims. Due to the stigma attached to rape, the victims of this act usually keep the incident to themselves. This is especially true in African countries where deeply held cultural … Continue reading Ladies, Don’t Get Caught!

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CAREER Events

Major HR Conference to Focus on Innovation and Business Success

April 19, 2022

Early June sees HR Leaders in Africa 2013, a major HR conference, taking place in Lagos. HR professionals from leading companies will gather to share ideas and discuss policies at the forum, which is themed Bringing World Class Innovation in Human Resources. It will showcase approaches taken by organisations as they adapt to the upsurge … Continue reading Major HR Conference to Focus on Innovation and Business Success

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Entertainment Philanthropy

TuFace Idibia Donates Wedding Accessories to Raise Money for Motherless Children

April 19, 2022

The Kaymu Celebrity Charity Auctions enters stage two with a significant donation from one of Nigeria’s living music legends, 2face Idibia. The artiste, whose award-winning song, ‘African Queen’, endeared him to many, recently got married to his very own African Queen and longtime sweetheart, Annie Macaulay in a spectacular wedding ceremony that took place both … Continue reading TuFace Idibia Donates Wedding Accessories to Raise Money for Motherless Children

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Philanthropy

Alcatel-Lucent, SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria Support Youth Empowerment Programme

April 19, 2022

On Monday, 22 April, Alcatel-Lucent and SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria organised a cheque presentation ceremony at the Oriental Hotel, in Victoria Island, Lagos, to celebrate the donation of $20 000 granted by the Alcatel-Lucent Foundation to support the organisation’s Youth Empowerment Programme, a vocational/entrepreneurship and leadership training programme for young Nigerians designed to assist youths … Continue reading Alcatel-Lucent, SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria Support Youth Empowerment Programme

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