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Osaze Odemwingie, Joseph Yobo Makes Super Eagles Provisional World Cup Squad
April 19, 2022
Two of our favorite Super Eagles players, Osaze Odemwingie and Joseph Yobo have been announced as a part of Nigeria’s provisional 30-man list for the FIFA 2014 World Cup. The list, submitted by Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi, which was revealed Tuesday evening by a member of the Technical Committee of the NFF, Paul … Continue reading Osaze Odemwingie, Joseph Yobo Makes Super Eagles Provisional World Cup Squad
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Ex Eagles skipper, JayJay Okocha, Unveiled as Bullet Energy Drink Brand Ambassador
April 19, 2022
Former Super Eagles skipper and Bolton Wanders FC skipper, Austin ‘Jay-Jay’ Okocha, has been unveiled as brand ambassador for Bullet Energy Drink. “It was an easy decision to choose Jay-Jay as a face for Bullet Energy drink. His commitment to excellence, his work ethic even after retiring from active football and his liveliness … Continue reading Ex Eagles skipper, JayJay Okocha, Unveiled as Bullet Energy Drink Brand Ambassador
Arts Creative Industry Opinion
The Difference Between A Short Story and Flash Fiction
April 19, 2022
As an individual who has written in both forms, I’m still never entirely sure that I do not cross the very thin line that separates short stories from flash fiction. As if I wasn’t confused enough, I came across a quote by South African writer Nadine Gordimer: ‘Short story writers see by the … Continue reading The Difference Between A Short Story and Flash Fiction
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Nigerian, Oloruntobi Dare, Wins Gates Millennium Scholarship
April 19, 2022
A Nigerian student in the United state of America, Oloruntobi Dare, a senior at the Hubert Flowers High School has been announced the winner of the Gates Millennium Scholarship 2014, which has less than 10 percent acceptance rate. Oloruntobi Dare, a Nigerian, now a naturalized American citizen, is the daughter of award-winning journalist and S/A Media … Continue reading Nigerian, Oloruntobi Dare, Wins Gates Millennium Scholarship
Meet the Boss: Nike Majekodunmi, CEO, Nuts About Cakes
April 19, 2022
We love meeting new entrepreneurs and SME owners at Connectnigeria.com and for this reason we were pleased to meet Nike Majekodunmi, the founder of Nuts About Cakes. Established in 2010, she has been making mouth watering and delectable baked custom cakes, pastries and bread till date. In our interview with this ambitious young woman we get … Continue reading Meet the Boss: Nike Majekodunmi, CEO, Nuts About Cakes
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Media Science & Technology TECH
Would You Like a Smart Lens in Your Eye? Google’s New Invention
April 19, 2022
Some weeks ago, I came into the living room and met a cousin of mine who was using my laptop to do some research for school project only to notice that she looked a little bit disturbed. And when ask what the problem was she said “Uncle D, these people are insane”. And … Continue reading Would You Like a Smart Lens in Your Eye? Google’s New Invention
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Events This Weekend; 2nd- 4th May, 2014
April 19, 2022
Mining Nigeria’s Problems For Business Opportunities Learn how to create business out of problems that others are numb to by providing workable solutions to these problems and transform it into a product. Entry is free for all to this event. Date: Friday 2nd May 2014 Time: 1 PM – 4 PM Venue: Co-Creation Hub Nigeria 294 Herbert Macaulay … Continue reading Events This Weekend; 2nd- 4th May, 2014
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Nigeria Rated Heaviest Users of Automated Teller Machines, ATM
April 19, 2022
Nigeria has been rated the heaviest users of Automated Teller Machines, ATM, in the world. This is contained in a recently released study by EY, a global business and financial advisory firm. The study also rated Nigeria as one of the top three countries whose bank customers use social media when making decisions on selecting a financial service … Continue reading Nigeria Rated Heaviest Users of Automated Teller Machines, ATM
FBN Holdings Records N70bn Profit, to Pay N1.10 Dividend
April 19, 2022
FBN Holding Plc Tuesday announced a dividend of N1.10 per share for the year ended December 31, 2013, showing an increase of 10 per cent above the N1.00 paid the year before. The dividend, which amounts to N35.895 billion will be paid out of profit after tax recorded by FBN Holdings for the … Continue reading FBN Holdings Records N70bn Profit, to Pay N1.10 Dividend
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How to Make Frejon: Of Nigerian and Brazilian History
April 19, 2022
By Ozoz Sokoh Connectedness. The thing that fascinates me the most in life. If I had to narrow down the things I find fascinating. This would be one of them. Connectedness – of people, places and things. Brazil. Nigeria. Connected. By slavery and freedom. In culture and cuisine. Like Carnivals. Connected, with thick tropical rainforests … Continue reading How to Make Frejon: Of Nigerian and Brazilian History
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SMEs in Developing World Need N320trn Investment, IFC
April 19, 2022
THE International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank Group has estimated the financial needs of small and medium scale enterprises in Africa and other developing countries at more than $2 trillion (about N320 trillion). This huge financial gap if met, will enable these small and medium enterprises create jobs … Continue reading SMEs in Developing World Need N320trn Investment, IFC
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Pat Utomi, Emeka Mba, 2face Idibia, Tony Okoroji, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, Lagbaja, Others Speak At Nec 2014
April 19, 2022
The second edition of the much talked about Nigerian Entertainment Conference was one of the most successful conferences to hold this year. The event took place on Wednesday, April 26, 2014 at the Grand Ballroom of Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, with a large number of top personalities, celebrities, media moguls and entrepreneurs, … Continue reading Pat Utomi, Emeka Mba, 2face Idibia, Tony Okoroji, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde, Lagbaja, Others Speak At Nec 2014
Towards Embracing Innovation
April 19, 2022
By Stanley Awelewa A number of African business leaders and entrepreneurs are reluctant and lack conviction towards the pusuit of bold innovative ideas in today’s fast-paced, dynamic business environment. They’d rather cling to ‘buying and selling’. Seldom do they take cognizance of the need for fresh ideas as a fundamental ingredient to obtaining a … Continue reading Towards Embracing Innovation
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The World’s Biggest MBA Fair Returns to Lagos
April 19, 2022
It has been announced that the QS World MBA Tour will be in Lagos on Saturday 10 May, giving people the opportunity to meet face-to-face with admissions directors to find out more information about their MBA programs. Attendees will be given the opportunity to speak with admissions directors from the world’s leading business … Continue reading The World’s Biggest MBA Fair Returns to Lagos
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Events This Weekend; 25th-27th April
April 19, 2022
Nigeria Photography Expo and Conference 2014. Over 30 workshops and 20 facilitators under one roof. Supported by Nikon, there will loads to do – free photography classes, a free chance to attend the “Appreciating and Understanding Photography” classes and attendance is absolutely free. And not to worry,the classes will be handled by accomplished professional Nikon … Continue reading Events This Weekend; 25th-27th April
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