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Nigerians Share: What I Wish I Knew Before Marriage

April 19, 2022

  You are smart. You know that marriage is not a fairy tale, and that it requires great effort and dedication. You have read books, attended premarital counselling; in short, you assure yourself of being adequately prepared for this new phase of life. If this is what you are thinking, perhaps you would like to … Continue reading Nigerians Share: What I Wish I Knew Before Marriage

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EDUCATION News

WAEC Malpractice to Attract 5yr Imprisonment – Minister

April 19, 2022

The Minister of Education, Prof. Ruqayyatu Rufa’i, has disclosed that the federal government, after the weekly Federal Executive Council on Wednesday meeting has approved, “the enactment of an Act to amend the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Act, CAP W4, Laws of the Federation 2004 to give effect to the revised convention of WAEC, 2003 … Continue reading WAEC Malpractice to Attract 5yr Imprisonment – Minister

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Entertainment SPORTS

Nigeria Striker Uche Nwofor Joins Heerenveen on Loan

April 19, 2022

Super Eagles forward, Uche Nwofor, 21, has joined Dutch side SC Heerenveen on a season-long loan. He played for VVV Venlo, in the Dutch league. He had offers from Russia and Turkey, but opted to stay. “I am happy. This is an opportunity to further improve my development as a player,” Nwofor told BBC Sport. … Continue reading Nigeria Striker Uche Nwofor Joins Heerenveen on Loan

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TECH

Who to Follow on Twitter: Humorous Tweeters

April 19, 2022

Wondering who to follow on Twitter this weekend? A cheerful heart is a good medicine, so in the midst of grave political analysis and sobering discussions on the way forward for Nigeria, take a break to laugh, or at least chuckle. For tweets ranging from droll to rib-cracking, the following accounts are recommended: @Sir_Scribbles Bio: … Continue reading Who to Follow on Twitter: Humorous Tweeters

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BUSINESS Philanthropy TECH

Mobile Money: Ecobank to Handout MDG Subventions

April 19, 2022

Ecobank has been appointed to partner The Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) in the Conditional Cash Transfer scheme to assist less-privileged families with monthly social subventions. The programme will disburse funds to over 56,000 households in 600 communities in the first phase, a period of … Continue reading Mobile Money: Ecobank to Handout MDG Subventions

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Culture

Nigerian Tribalism: A Personal Love Story

April 19, 2022

There really isn’t much hope for my father’s generation in terms of relinquishing tribal sentiments. Our only hope is our youth. When I was 17, a tall, handsome doctor fell in love with me. He left Nigeria, shortly after, for his residency in America, and proceeded to prove how much he was still in love … Continue reading Nigerian Tribalism: A Personal Love Story

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Stock Market

Market Report: Europe and the US Show Signs of Economic Recovery, Japan Lags Behind

April 19, 2022

Statistics released on August 13th have revealed that retail sales in the US climbed 0.2% in the month of July after four consecutive monthly drops in 2013. The cause of this upsurge is thought to be the rising fuel prices which acted as a significant contribution to making non-fuel prices lower. On a downside, US exports … Continue reading Market Report: Europe and the US Show Signs of Economic Recovery, Japan Lags Behind

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TECH

Meet LG’s New Flagship Phone: The G2

April 19, 2022

LG Electronics (LG) today unveiled its latest flagship smartphone LG G2, the first smartphone introduced under LG’s new “G” Series for premium devices, exemplifying LG’s aim to bring forth more customer-centric innovations. Nearly 700 guests from over 30 countries converged at the renowned Frederick P. Rose Hall, Home of Jazz at Lincoln Center in New … Continue reading Meet LG’s New Flagship Phone: The G2

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BUSINESS Stock Market

MARKET UPDATE: US Jobs Data Triggers USD Weakness Across the Board

April 19, 2022

The fortunes of the forex market have been hinged almost entirely on the fate of the US dollar in the past few weeks and this was particularly evident after Friday’s disappointing Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) data was announced and the US dollar weakened against all of the major currencies. After the announcement on Friday, EUR/USD rose … Continue reading MARKET UPDATE: US Jobs Data Triggers USD Weakness Across the Board

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Uncategorized

The Founders Of TaxiPark Launch Tranzit.ng

April 19, 2022

The tech-in-transportation space in Nigeria gets even more interesting. Not just because of the recent Tiketmobile drama, and arrival of Rocket Internet’s Easy Taxi; start-up founders of TaxiPark today launch Tranzit.ng, a free web and mobile taxi booking service that recommends interesting places and events around you based on your location. As to what happens … Continue reading The Founders Of TaxiPark Launch Tranzit.ng

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BUSINESS TECH

Nigeria Stock Exchange to Run On Microsoft Technology

April 19, 2022

Microsoft Nigeria has introduced a new technology solution (X-Gen) to the capital market operators. This announcement was made last week at the X-Gen expo organised by the Nigeria Stock Exchange. X-Gen is a new electronic trading platform that will allow stockbrokers and other stakeholders access the market anywhere and anytime. The X-Gen Expo was a platform … Continue reading Nigeria Stock Exchange to Run On Microsoft Technology

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SPORTS

Musa Amadu Advises Rangers Against Court Charges

April 19, 2022

Secretary-general of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Musa Amadu, has issued a warning to Nigerian league side Rangers International against their proposed plan of taking CAF to court. Last week, Rangers announced their intention to take the continent’s football governing body, Confederation of African Football (CAF) to court, over their disqualification from the Confederations Cup … Continue reading Musa Amadu Advises Rangers Against Court Charges

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SPORTS

”I only read about it like everyone else!”- Oboabona Denies Reports

April 19, 2022

Super Eagles defender, Godfrey Oboabona has refuted claims that he rejected a trial with English premier league club, Arsenal. The Sunshine Stars of Akure player said he has had no contact with the London side and has also denied rumours that he insulted Arsene Wenger for inviting him to have a trial before he could … Continue reading ”I only read about it like everyone else!”- Oboabona Denies Reports

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Entertainment

“Before I Write A Book” BasketMouth Says: [Complete version]

April 19, 2022

I am sure many would love for Basketmouth to follow in the steps of Julius Agwu and write a book about his journey and experiences that got him to where he is now. And this unparalleled Nigerian comedian agrees. However, before he writes this book, he has a few words to say, and he would … Continue reading “Before I Write A Book” BasketMouth Says: [Complete version]

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Relationships

About to Wed: 5 Signs You’re Making a Mistake

April 19, 2022

Nearly 2 years ago, my best friend relocated to Lagos to take up a new job. I was a newlywed and she couldn’t move in with me, so she had to stay with a family we’d both known for a long time. If you’ve ever been in this position you know that no matter how … Continue reading About to Wed: 5 Signs You’re Making a Mistake

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