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Afrit Education’s Innovation Cluster Mapping Project Gets Grant from Tony Elumelu Foundation
April 19, 2022
The Tony Elumelu Foundation has announced it would provide grant support for the Nigeria Innovations Cluster Mapping project. The Nigeria Innovations Cluster Mapping project is executed by the African Institution of Technology’s (AFRIT) Education Foundation and plans to uncover innovation clusters—groups of companies in similar industries employing new technologies in their business—across Nigeria. Dr. Wiebe … Continue reading Afrit Education’s Innovation Cluster Mapping Project Gets Grant from Tony Elumelu Foundation
Read Full Text of President Goodluck Jonathan’s Live TV Address
April 19, 2022
President Goodluck Jonathan addressed Nigerians on national TV late on Wednesday night, February 26th 2014. The address centered on Nigeria’s Centenary celebration. The President also spoke a little about the current security situation in North East Nigeria. Read the full text below. National Broadcast by His Excellency, President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, GCFR, on the Occasion of … Continue reading Read Full Text of President Goodluck Jonathan’s Live TV Address
P-Square to Launch Animation Series ‘The Alingos’ and Mobile App ‘P2’
April 19, 2022
Pop star duo, P-Square, has announced the launch of an animated television series titled ‘The Alingos’. The Alingos is inspired by the need to create a unique content and fill a vacuum in the media for children. Adults would also find the animated series appealing, P-Square said through a statement released today. ‘The Alingos’, believed … Continue reading P-Square to Launch Animation Series ‘The Alingos’ and Mobile App ‘P2’
Passnownow Launches e-Learning App at Social Media Week Lagos
April 19, 2022
The event organised by Passnownow during the 2014 edition of Social Media Week Lagos will be remembered as one of the high points of the weeklong Social Media Week. The 2014 edition of Social Media Week Lagos lasted five days from 17th to 21st, February 2014, and was filled with exciting events ranging from social media … Continue reading Passnownow Launches e-Learning App at Social Media Week Lagos
Borderless 2014 Conference in Nigeria Begins Today
April 19, 2022
The Nigeria Export-Import Bank (NEXIM) and the Nigerian Shippers Council are holding a joint conference themed Borderless 2014: Enabling Growth. This is the 3rd edition of the Annual Conference of the Borderless Alliance, which begins on February 26th through to 28th at the Sheraton Hotel in Ikeja Lagos. The conference will engage participants in an … Continue reading Borderless 2014 Conference in Nigeria Begins Today
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Ericsson Signs 5-Year Service Contract with MTN Nigeria
April 19, 2022
Ericsson has signed a five-year managed services agreement with MTN for its Nigeria operations. This agreement not only extends Ericsson’s managed services leadership across Africa, but makes Ericsson, MTN’s largest managed services partner on the continent. Under this contract, the Swedish multinational provider of telecommunication services will assume full responsibility of the management, optimization and … Continue reading Ericsson Signs 5-Year Service Contract with MTN Nigeria
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Meet the Boss: Kene Rapu, Slippers by Kene
April 19, 2022
When it comes to starting a business in Nigeria, and indeed anywhere in the world, finding a unique niche and owning it is a huge boost. Kene Rapu talks to Connect Nigeria about her unique world of slippers and her journey from a legal career to fashion entrepreneurship. CN: Tell us a bit about your … Continue reading Meet the Boss: Kene Rapu, Slippers by Kene
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Emmanuel Amuneke Picks Golden Eaglets Job
April 19, 2022
The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed the appointment of Emmanuel Amuneke as the new head coach of the male Under-17 national team, the Golden Eaglets. This disclosure was made by the head of the NFF technical committee, Emmanuel Ikpeme who stated that that Amuneke’s appointment was borne out of the need for continuity, … Continue reading Emmanuel Amuneke Picks Golden Eaglets Job
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Obi Asika, Convener of Social Media Week, Speaks to Connect Nigeria About the Impact of the Weeklong Event
April 19, 2022
Obi Asika, Creative Industries Entrepreneur and Chairman, Social Media Week Lagos, spoke to Connect Nigeria on the goals achieved and the highlights of the #SMW event. CN: How did the social media week event go? OA: It was to my mind an enormous success but its best you also check with those who attended. From … Continue reading Obi Asika, Convener of Social Media Week, Speaks to Connect Nigeria About the Impact of the Weeklong Event
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Investing in the Future: Triple Fun Club founder, Chidi Ononye, Speaks About His Passion for Children Development
April 19, 2022
Connect Nigeria caught up recently with Chidi Ononye, founder of the Triple Fun Club, which is a club for developing children’s intellectual capacity, building character, and instilling positive values. Enjoy the interivew CN: Give us an insight into who Chidi Ononye is. CO: I am a very positive and optimistic person, not just in words, … Continue reading Investing in the Future: Triple Fun Club founder, Chidi Ononye, Speaks About His Passion for Children Development
Manu Garba Named Nigerian U-20 Coach
April 19, 2022
Nigeria’s Under-17 World Cup winning coach, Manu Garba, has been promoted to the U-20 team. The technical committee of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) made this announcement through its head of technical department, Emmanuel Ikpeme on Sunday in Lagos. Garba has become an instant hit with Nigerians for his managerial skills and exploits with the … Continue reading Manu Garba Named Nigerian U-20 Coach
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5 Nollywood Actresses to Watch Out for in 2014
April 19, 2022
The Nigerian movie industry is fast evolving as industry players are putting in more effort to build Nollywood – as the industry is called – to international standard. As 2014 rolls by, Connect Nigeria’s entertainment beat writer, Michael Abimboye, examines five actresses that are expected to rise higher. Damilola Adegbite The star actress from Tinsel, Vagina … Continue reading 5 Nollywood Actresses to Watch Out for in 2014
Godwin Emefiele, Zenith Bank MD, Appointed New Central Bank Governor
April 19, 2022
The managing director of Zenith Bank Plc, Mr Godwin Emefiele has been appointed the new Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria by President Goodluck Jonathan. His name was forwarded to the Nigerian Senate for screening and approval by the Nigerian president a few hours after the removal of Mallam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi from office. If … Continue reading Godwin Emefiele, Zenith Bank MD, Appointed New Central Bank Governor
Hyundai Partners with Stallion Group to Manufacture Automobiles in Nigeria
April 19, 2022
Hyundai Motors Nigeria Limited, a division of Stallion Group, has announced its plan to manufacture Hyundai passenger and commercial vehicles in Nigeria from April 2014. The Group already represents Hyundai’s range of passenger and commercial vehicles in Nigeria and operates an ultra-modern vehicle assembly plant in Lagos. Hyundai’s entry into the sub-Saharan market follows the … Continue reading Hyundai Partners with Stallion Group to Manufacture Automobiles in Nigeria
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Game Changers: Orezi, Wande Coal, Phyno, D’banj Among 10 Nigerian Artistes to Look Out for in 2014
April 19, 2022
Just as Sean Tizzle, a rave of the moment, was discovered in 2013, the year 2014 is expected to deliver new surprises. Though the new artistes that would rock the scene are pretty much unknown, a number of established artistes are expected to up their game in the coming months. We look at 10 artistes … Continue reading Game Changers: Orezi, Wande Coal, Phyno, D’banj Among 10 Nigerian Artistes to Look Out for in 2014
