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Aliko Dangote, Ngozi Okonjo Iweala Among TIME’s 100
April 19, 2022
Aliko Dangote and Ngozi Okonjo Iweala has been named as part of TIME’s 100. Aliko Dangote is named one of TIME’s 100 Titans and Bill Gates wrote an article on him saying, “Aliko is Africa’s richest man, and his business activities drive economic growth across the continent. That’s impressive, but I know him best … Continue reading Aliko Dangote, Ngozi Okonjo Iweala Among TIME’s 100
By mary-odunuga
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
By elizabeth
Maybelline Launches the Clear Smooth Powder in the Nigerian Market
April 19, 2022
Maybelline, a New York based make-up firm recently launched a new product in the Nigeria market called The Clear Smooth powder. It is an all-in-one powder, labeled the powder of a new generation and is expected to excite beauty lovers and make-up artists in their quest to always look good. Bukola Balogun, Brand Manager … Continue reading Maybelline Launches the Clear Smooth Powder in the Nigerian Market
By mary-odunuga
Dangote Group, Honeywell, others generate 15,000mw Captive Power
April 19, 2022
Dangote Group, Honeywell, BUA Group and other cement, food and beverage manufacturing plants across the country are generating over 15,000 megawatts of electricity that are not in the national grid. This was disclosed by the President and Chief Executive Officer of General Electric (GE) Nigeria, Dr. Lazarus Angbazo, in a press statement. Angbazo stated that … Continue reading Dangote Group, Honeywell, others generate 15,000mw Captive Power
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Half of a Yellow Sun is one of the Biggest Films I have done- Genevieve Nnaji
April 19, 2022
Super actress, Genevieve Nnaji who must have done over 500 movies said that Half of a Yellow Sun is the biggest movie she has done. In an interactive session with journalists she said “Half of a Yellow Sun is one of the biggest films I have done so far, but definitely not the most … Continue reading Half of a Yellow Sun is one of the Biggest Films I have done- Genevieve Nnaji
Why we Observe World Malaria Day
April 19, 2022
History was made in the year 2000 on April the 25th when 44 African leaders met in Abuja, Nigeria and committed their countries to reducing malaria-related deaths. As a result, investment in malaria control gathered a novel momentum that have yielded remarkable returns in the past years. Malaria deaths were cut by one third within … Continue reading Why we Observe World Malaria Day
By mary-odunuga
PublicVine sets out to Revolutionize Video Content Distribution – Mokwunye
April 19, 2022
PublicVine, a US-based social video platform founded by Nam Mokwunye has secured an investment worth over $5 million in an attempt to start out its global launch slated for June 2014. The platform which will offer video content owners and distributors opportunity to be paid by viewers is designed to rival existing video platforms … Continue reading PublicVine sets out to Revolutionize Video Content Distribution – Mokwunye
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Port Harcourt Assumes Status as UNESCO World Book Capital for 2014
April 19, 2022
Port Harcourt, Nigeria’s Rivers State Capital, assumes its status today as the UNESCO World Book Capital 2014 as the first country in sub-Saharan Africa to win the designation from an open competitive bidding. Formal activities began yesterday with the opening of the International Literature Exhibition and Culture Exhibition (ILE) as well as … Continue reading Port Harcourt Assumes Status as UNESCO World Book Capital for 2014
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Ashamu, Omamuli Emerge as Winners of Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship
April 19, 2022
Two Nigerian economists and an Ivorian emerge as winners of the Mo Ibrahim Leadership fellowship which will take place at the executive offices of Pan-African Economic Institutions for a year long period. Charlotte Ashamu, a Nigerian, a former Senior Associate of African-focused financial and investment group, Whitaker and an advisory officer at the International Finance … Continue reading Ashamu, Omamuli Emerge as Winners of Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship
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UBA Posts N68b Gross Earnings in Q1
April 19, 2022
United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc’s un-audited result for the first quarter, 2014 released to the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) showed that the bank’s gross earnings rose from N63 billion in 2013 to N68 billion in Q1, 2014, representing a growth of 8.2 per cent. The bank also grew its loan figures by 16 per … Continue reading UBA Posts N68b Gross Earnings in Q1
By elizabeth
Nigerian Breweries Plc Creates Mass Opportunity in Agricultural Sector
April 19, 2022
Nigerian Breweries (NB) Plc is said to have emerged as a top brewer of opportunities for wealth creation in Nigeria creating inroads into agriculture and agro allied services which is engaging over 250,000 people. The company recently revealed that it has designed a corporate compliance agenda which drives to ensure that 100 per cent … Continue reading Nigerian Breweries Plc Creates Mass Opportunity in Agricultural Sector
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Transcorp to Raise $1b to Build Power Plants
April 19, 2022
Transnational Corporation of Nigeria (TRANSCORP) is positioned to boost Nigeria’s power needs through its recently acquired Ugheli Power plant in the Niger delta and plans to boost its output to 700 megawatts by the end of the year after spending as much as $300 million on turbine repairs, Chief Executive Officer Obinna Ufudo said. An increase in … Continue reading Transcorp to Raise $1b to Build Power Plants
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10 Minutes With…Ike Nnaebue Flosmith, Director, “Under Your Skin”
April 19, 2022
Meet Ike Nnaebue Flosmith, Director, “Under Your Skin” Meet Ike Nnaebue Flosmith, a fast rising Nigerian Movie Director and Screenwriter. He is one of the champions of the emerging new African Cinema. The second movie he directed “False” won the Golden Icon Academy Awards (GIAMA) out of the three nominations it received. He spoke recently … Continue reading 10 Minutes With…Ike Nnaebue Flosmith, Director, “Under Your Skin”
By mary-odunuga
Creative Industry Tip of the Day
How To Judge a Book By Its Cover
April 19, 2022
By Oyin Braithwaite The other day, I was talking to someone; gently explaining why their book cover was not achieving its most obvious objective – drawing in the potential reader. His response to my eloquent yet non-critical feedback was a “You shouldn’t judge a book by its cover.” I was stunned; speechless even, until I … Continue reading How To Judge a Book By Its Cover
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NiPHEC 2014 Announces Expo & Conference Highlights
April 19, 2022
This year’s Nigeria Photography Expo & Conference welcomes over four thousand lovers of photography and exhibiting companies, from all parts of West Africa and beyond. NiPHEC 2014 which takes place April 29 – May 3, 2014 in Lagos, Nigeria, will include professional photographers as conference speakers / facilitators and over 50 exhibitors displaying products and … Continue reading NiPHEC 2014 Announces Expo & Conference Highlights
