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Pharell Meets Fela Kuti in ‘Happy’ Remix
April 19, 2022
The late Nigerian music legend Fela Kuti created songs characterized by serious themes such corruption and dictators but one thing it did aside form make you think was make you happy! The cultural rhythms and African inspired melodies were nothing short of phenomenal. Many of us still listen to Kuti’s music and some … Continue reading Pharell Meets Fela Kuti in ‘Happy’ Remix
By elizabeth
Meet the Boss: Oo Nwoye, Co-founder Callbase
April 19, 2022
You meet Oo Nwoye; you meet a pleasant mystery. Young and passionate, Oo Nwoye is an inspiration to young entrepreneurs in technology and in other sectors. CN recently spoke to Oo Nwoye about himself and about his recent start up, Callbase. CN: Who is Oo Nwoye? Oo: I am Nigerian born and brought up in Benin. … Continue reading Meet the Boss: Oo Nwoye, Co-founder Callbase
By mary-odunuga
Nigeria’s non-oil Exports to ECOWAS Markets Rise to $375m
April 19, 2022
Nigeria’s quest for economic diversification has caused such a boost in its non-oil exports to fifteen member-states of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) that by the end of 2013, it moved from $312.477 million and $276.53 million as recorded in 2012 and 2011 respectively to $375.338 million. The boost shows a 20% … Continue reading Nigeria’s non-oil Exports to ECOWAS Markets Rise to $375m
By mary-odunuga
Zenith Bank’s US$500M Euro Bond Massively Over-Subscribed
April 19, 2022
Zenith Bank Plc has announced a massive over-subscription of 200% in her US$500m Euro bond issue under a US$1bn Global Medium Term Note (GMTN) Programme announced on 1 April 2014. According to a press release issued this afternoon, the bank’s week long investors’ roadshow, coordinated by Goldman Sachs and Citibank, received an overwhelming endorsement by … Continue reading Zenith Bank’s US$500M Euro Bond Massively Over-Subscribed
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Inspirational Mondays: The Dawn of a New Day
April 19, 2022
By Omoniyi Ibrahim Olalekan The Dawn of a New Day Felt with every glance I make, Beauty bewitching my soul, My emotions plead for outlets, As I gaze amazed,engrossed in fantasies, She vanishes and awakens me to reality.She was vast and bountiful, Stood a giant in comparison to others, Her aura was natural, like the … Continue reading Inspirational Mondays: The Dawn of a New Day
By guestpost
Austrian Glass Company Plans Nigeria Entry
April 19, 2022
Austria-based glass manufacturer, Lisec Group has revealed plans to enter the Nigerian glass market as it continues its growth strategy in Africa. With its strong presence in Egypt, Kenya and South Africa, it insists for its presence also in Nigeria because apart from it being Africa’s largest economy, it has a key market for … Continue reading Austrian Glass Company Plans Nigeria Entry
By mary-odunuga
Samsung Galaxy S5 Goes on Sale Today
April 19, 2022
Samsung Galaxy S5 goes on sale today. Samsung’s premium Galaxy S series, Galaxy S5, officially goes on sale in Nigeria and other countries of the world today. It will be made available through authorized Samsung partner stores in Nigeria as well as participating telecommunications operators starting from 11am today. Its newest members of the wearable … Continue reading Samsung Galaxy S5 Goes on Sale Today
By mary-odunuga
Rice Production to Boost Nation’s GDP by $9bn, Says Adesina
April 19, 2022
Dr. Akinwunmi Adesina, the Minister for Agriculture and Rural Development, has predicted that when new investments on facilities for rice production and processing becomes fully operational, rice would be adding about $9 billion yearly to the nation’s GDP. He made this prediction in Rukubi, Nasarawa State during the inspection of the 420 hectare rice farm … Continue reading Rice Production to Boost Nation’s GDP by $9bn, Says Adesina
By mary-odunuga
Cook Naija: How to Make Plantain Salad Imoyo
April 19, 2022
By Ozoz Sokoh National pride. Patriotism. What you might call it. There was a certain feeling of absolute ownership and total knowledge I had about my country, Nigeria – its people, its culture, its habitat…and especially its food. Surprise, surprise..for it turns out ladies and gentlemen, that my knowledge of Naija, while authentic is not as … Continue reading Cook Naija: How to Make Plantain Salad Imoyo
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Experts List Ways to Accelerate Electricity Delivery to Lagos
April 19, 2022
Against the reported dwindling daily supply of electricity to Lagos State, experts and stakeholders in power, gas and related sectors have canvassed for significant improvement in the current gas supply across the country as one of the critical issues that requires urgent attention in order to stimulate efficient power delivery to the state. The stakeholders … Continue reading Experts List Ways to Accelerate Electricity Delivery to Lagos
GTBank Targets 20% Loan Growth for 2014
April 19, 2022
Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) has revealed plans to grow its loan book between 15% – 20% this year. In order to achieve this, the bank has listed its target sectors to include telecoms, oil and gas, manufacturing and maritime. The MD/CEO, GTBank, Mr. Segun Agbaje said this during the presentation of the … Continue reading GTBank Targets 20% Loan Growth for 2014
By mary-odunuga
LeadTrader Offers Investors Secure Channel to Trade Shares
April 19, 2022
Lead Securities & Investments Limited, a broker-dealer subsidiary of LeadCapital Plc launched LeadTrader on Tuesday, a new online real time trading platform at the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE). LeadTrader offers investors a secure channel to buy and sell shares of companies listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange. The online trading platform provides investors … Continue reading LeadTrader Offers Investors Secure Channel to Trade Shares
By mary-odunuga
David Rockefeller Bridging Leadership Award goes to Nigerian Minister, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
April 19, 2022
The Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister for the Economy Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala yesterday, April 8th, was honored with the prestigious David Rockefeller Bridging Leadership Award alongside Paul Polman, CEO of Unilever and Simao Jatene, Governor of the State of Para, Brazil in New York. Okonjo-Iweala was joined by a list of high … Continue reading David Rockefeller Bridging Leadership Award goes to Nigerian Minister, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
By elizabeth
MoneyGram Partners with Diamond Bank to Provide Premium Transfer Services
April 19, 2022
Diamond Bank is to partner with MoneyGram to provide premium money transfer services at strategic locations in the country. Mr. Uzoma Dozie, the Bank’s Executive Director, Retail Banking said in a statement that the partnership was an important milestone in providing secure and accessible money transfer services to meet the needs of our customers. … Continue reading MoneyGram Partners with Diamond Bank to Provide Premium Transfer Services
By mary-odunuga
Nigeria Centenary Monopoly Edition Revealed
April 19, 2022
On Wednesday, Nigeria disclosed the first ever West African Commemorative edition of Monopoly at the Wheatbaker Hotel, Ikoyi by the Honorable Minister of Tourism, Culture and National Orientation, Chief Edem Duke which was at first launched by the Vice President, Namadi Sambo at the Centenary Charity Gala in February. This special edition of the … Continue reading Nigeria Centenary Monopoly Edition Revealed
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