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Did You Know? Nigeria Has Qualified For the World Cup More Times Than Any Other African Country

April 19, 2022

Nigeria holds the record for highest qualifying African country to the FIFA World Cup; six (6) times in total. Memory lane The first African country to qualify for the FIFA World Cup was Egypt in 1934, four years after the first World Cup edition. It was not until 1978 that an African team, Tunisia won … Continue reading Did You Know? Nigeria Has Qualified For the World Cup More Times Than Any Other African Country

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Africa Emotional Intelligence Conference Connects the Continent’s Changemakers

April 19, 2022

What if people had more power to make their lives, and society as a whole, better? For decades, Nigeria has faced unprecedented challenges and struggles. War, fueled by ethnic and religious division, has ravaged the country. Poverty is endemic, and so are violence and aggression. The government has been largely unable to solve these pressing … Continue reading Africa Emotional Intelligence Conference Connects the Continent’s Changemakers

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Africa’s Oldest Boat Discovered in Yobe

April 19, 2022

The Dufuna Canoe is the oldest boat in Nigeria and Africa at large. This boat, over 8,000 years old, was discovered by a Fulani Herdsman, Mallam Yau, in 1987, when he was digging a well. It was excavated at Dufuna, a village along the Komodugu Gana River in Fune Local Government Area, Yobe State. The … Continue reading Africa’s Oldest Boat Discovered in Yobe

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Events

Fashions Finest Africa Epic Show Is Set to Blow Your Minds Away

April 19, 2022

Fashions Finest Africa debuted in Nigeria on Sunday 27th August 2017 at The Guest House Ikoyi, Lagos, it was tagged Renaissance and it featured four amazing emerging designers SGTC Clothing, 1407, Sally Bawa and Nkadz. The fashion show was talked about for weeks in the fashion sphere as it surpassed all expectations. The Fashions Finest team is here … Continue reading Fashions Finest Africa Epic Show Is Set to Blow Your Minds Away

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App Of The Week:  Iroko Tv (Netflix Of Africa)

April 19, 2022

Netflix and Chill If you’ve never heard the expression “Netflix and Chill” well, you’re pardoned; but after you read this article, you have no excuse. To define this catchy slang, “Netflix and Chill”: Netflix is the popular movie and TVs streaming service. Chill, in this context, means to relax. Together, they mean: relax and watch … Continue reading App Of The Week:  Iroko Tv (Netflix Of Africa)

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BUSINESS ECONOMY

Did You Know? 40% of Africa’s E-Commerce Ventures Are Located In Nigeria

April 19, 2022

Nigerians aren’t in a hurry to ditch brick-and-mortar stores for online shops. But there is something happening with online shopping trends in Nigeria, something worth the rubbing of palms in anticipation. Nigeria has stolen a march on other African countries in this respect. Perhaps leveraging its status as Africa’s most populous country, it now has … Continue reading Did You Know? 40% of Africa’s E-Commerce Ventures Are Located In Nigeria

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Events

Secure Your Space For the African Foods & Products Exhibition 2018

April 19, 2022

Secure your space, book your booth, connect and join the conversations during the African Foods & Products Exhibition 2018 at Intercontinental Hotel, Plot 52, Kofo Abayomi Street, Victoria Island, Lagos from 25-26 May 2018. 120 Exhibitors & Brands from around the world. Over 2500 target Visitors. Over 200,000,000 in projected international deals and sales. Over 40 food and products … Continue reading Secure Your Space For the African Foods & Products Exhibition 2018

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Press Release

Africa Emotional Intelligence Conference 2018

April 19, 2022

It’s been concluded globally that your Emotional Quotient (EQ) is more important than your Intelligent Quotient (IQ) in any pursuit. In Africa however, there is still very low intentional and pragmatic utilization of Emotional Intelligence Competencies and Tools as a driver for increased productivity, improved profitability and optimized learning.  Knowing Emotional Intelligence is different from … Continue reading Africa Emotional Intelligence Conference 2018

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Did You Know? Lagos Is The Most Populous City In Africa

April 19, 2022

The City of Lagos, called Eko by the Yorubas, is one also one of the 36 states of Nigeria. The city used to be the capital of Nigeria before it was moved to Abuja. Along with being the most populous city in Nigeria, it doubles as the most populous in Africa, outranking Cairo in 2012. The … Continue reading Did You Know? Lagos Is The Most Populous City In Africa

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Events Press Release

You Are Invited To The 2nd Edition of Bellafricana ACE Awards

April 19, 2022

The 2nd edition of the Annual Bellafricana African Creative Exhibition and Awards (ACE Awards) will take place on Saturday, the 28th of April by 9 am at DVenue, Water Corporation Drive, off Ligali Ayorinde, Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria. More than 4000 participants from different states in Nigeria and from other parts of Africa will gather … Continue reading You Are Invited To The 2nd Edition of Bellafricana ACE Awards

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9 Nigerians Make Forbes’ 2018 List of Africa’s 30 Most Promising Young Entrepreneurs

April 19, 2022

Forbes, the international magazine known for its celebration of fame, opulence and global business, has put out its list of 30 most promising young African entrepreneurs for 2018. The list, which is published annually, highlights the achievements of business people, typically below age thirty, who are building high networth businesses and positively impacting their countries … Continue reading 9 Nigerians Make Forbes’ 2018 List of Africa’s 30 Most Promising Young Entrepreneurs

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Nigerians Emerge As 2018 African Leadership Institute Fellows

April 19, 2022

Seven Nigerians have been selected as emerging African leaders for the prestigious Archbishop Tutu Leadership Fellowship for 2018. A flagship leadership development program of the African Leadership Institute, the Tutu Leadership Fellowship is awarded to prestigious young African leaders who are deemed to bring positive change to the continent.  The fellowship, which runs in  partnership … Continue reading Nigerians Emerge As 2018 African Leadership Institute Fellows

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Did You Know?

Did You Know? Kano’s Dawanau Is West Africa’s Largest Grains Market.

April 19, 2022

Kano, Northern Nigeria’s commercial heartbeat and the country’s second biggest city, is known for its ancient trading prowess. Its importance to trans-saharan trade dates back several centuries, and has successfully held its own as a business hub linking the southern reaches of the sahel and the forest belt beyond it with the continent’s northern regions. … Continue reading Did You Know? Kano’s Dawanau Is West Africa’s Largest Grains Market.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Entry Requirements For 2018 African Championships, Asaba

April 19, 2022

The entry requirements for participating at the 2018 African Championships scheduled to run from August 1 to 5, in Delta State, Nigeria, have been released. Interested Athletes have until the 8th of July 2018 to successfully complete all the requirements to qualify for the championship. The African Championships is a continental biennial event organized by … Continue reading Entry Requirements For 2018 African Championships, Asaba

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Events Press Release

Thriving Business Environment Great Backdrop For 3rd Food West Africa Event

April 19, 2022

West Africa’s largest food and beverage exhibition returns to Landmark Centre in Lagos The third edition of Food West Africa – the largest B2B food and beverage industry platform in West Africa – is returning to the Landmark Centre in Lagos, Nigeria from 8 – 10 May 2018. As Nigeria continues to dominate the retail … Continue reading Thriving Business Environment Great Backdrop For 3rd Food West Africa Event

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