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FilmHouse Cinemas Opens Digital Laboratory; Promises Better Service for Cinema Goers
April 19, 2022
The talk of cinemas going digital has been raging for the past seven years and major Hollywood studios have commenced the threat of not producing any film in any format but digital. And to cushion the effect of this, Filmhouse Cinemas has launched a digital laboratory. This digi-lab can convert High-Definition (HD) films, adverts, commercials … Continue reading FilmHouse Cinemas Opens Digital Laboratory; Promises Better Service for Cinema Goers
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10 Nigerian Universities Get $80million Grant from World Bank for Centres Of Excellence
April 19, 2022
Ten Nigerian universities are to benefit from a grant of 80 million dollars donated by the World Bank for the funding of centres of excellence. According to the Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Prof. Julius Okojie, Nigeria won 10 slots out of the 18 approved proposals for the establishment of African Centres … Continue reading 10 Nigerian Universities Get $80million Grant from World Bank for Centres Of Excellence
149 Nigerian Students Sign-up for Go Green in the City Global Business Case Challenge
April 19, 2022
Global specialist in energy management, Schneider Electric, has announced invitation for African students to take part in the Go Green in the City Global Business Case Challenge that aims to come up with energy solutions with students’ involvement. Already, a total of 725 African students, representing 24 countries, have signed up for the 2014 edition … Continue reading 149 Nigerian Students Sign-up for Go Green in the City Global Business Case Challenge
By mary-odunuga
General Electric, Bank of Industry Pledge $500m Support for SMEs
April 19, 2022
General Electric and the Bank of Industry have agreed to a $500 million funding support for small and medium-sized enterprises in the area of infrastructure provision. In a joint statement made available to the media on Thursday, both companies said that the new arrangement would bring about the creation of affordable financing solutions for SMEs … Continue reading General Electric, Bank of Industry Pledge $500m Support for SMEs
By mary-odunuga
IBM Opens Innovation Centre in Lagos
April 19, 2022
The International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) has opened an innovation centre in Lagos, Nigeria as part of efforts to speed up innovation for Nigerian and West African businesses and IT sectors. This centre offers clients, IT partners, developers, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and academics access to enhanced cloud capabilities and extensive big data analytics resources with … Continue reading IBM Opens Innovation Centre in Lagos
By mary-odunuga
CAF Champions League: Enyimba Secures 3-1 Victory, as Kano Pillars Falls to AS Vita
April 19, 2022
Enyimba Football Club of Aba, Nigeria’s representatives at the CAF Champions League, laboured to win 3-1 against Ange de Notse of Togo. Sibi Gwar grabbed a brace in Aba to give Enyimba the advantage going into the return leg in a fortnight. The two-time winners are aiming to win the coveted prize in African club … Continue reading CAF Champions League: Enyimba Secures 3-1 Victory, as Kano Pillars Falls to AS Vita
By arinzeude
Nigeria Needs Improved Preparation for Commonwealth Games – Yusuf Ali
April 19, 2022
Yusuf Ali, one of the coaches with the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), has voiced out Nigeria’s need to be better prepared in order to perform excellently at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. Ali made this disclosure yesterday in Lagos, pointing out that the Nigerian contingent to the event needs all the support it can get. … Continue reading Nigeria Needs Improved Preparation for Commonwealth Games – Yusuf Ali
President Jonathan Appoints New Helmsmen for NAN, NTA, FRCN and Other Agencies
April 19, 2022
President Goodluck Jonathan has announced appointments in the government owned media houses. President Jonathan made the announcement through a statement released by Reuben Abati, his spokesperson. The President’s former spokesperson, Mr. Ima Niboro, was appointed as the Managing Director of the News Agency of Nigeria, NAN while Sola Omole was appointed the Director General of … Continue reading President Jonathan Appoints New Helmsmen for NAN, NTA, FRCN and Other Agencies
Nokia Launches New Asha Phones in Nigeria
April 19, 2022
Nokia has presented three new models in its Asha range to the Nigerian market – the Asha 500, Asha 502 and Asha 503. According to the company, the devices have a new unique innovation called layered design, achieved with the aid of ‘dual shot’ technique which is unique to Nokia. It is a combination of … Continue reading Nokia Launches New Asha Phones in Nigeria
By mary-odunuga
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Berger Park, Nigeria’s Largest Car Depot Signs MoU with Online Car Website
April 19, 2022
Nigeria’s largest car depot, Berger Park, Apapa, Lagos has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with online pan African car website checki.com.ng on a bilateral business relationship. The pact which was signed Thursday, 30th of January, will see checki.com.ng advertise cars of various car marts in Berger Park on its website for free. Speaking to press men … Continue reading Berger Park, Nigeria’s Largest Car Depot Signs MoU with Online Car Website
What Lessons Did We Learn from CHAN 2014?
April 19, 2022
The CHAN tournament turned out to be an interesting one. Maybe this is because Nigeria qualified for the mundial. By and large, the various teams showed passion and quality; from the North African teams that showed flair, to the West Africans who showed a ‘never die’ spirit, strength and technique, it was truly a tournament … Continue reading What Lessons Did We Learn from CHAN 2014?
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Volatility Expected Ahead of Central Bank and Non-Farm Payrolls Announcements
April 19, 2022
Investor sentiment opened low again this week with the market depressed by new data from China showing further weakening in the local economy. Risk appetite is waning across the board as a result of concerns that China’s economy is losing momentum and with emerging economies under pressure after the US Federal Reserve’s decision to continue … Continue reading Volatility Expected Ahead of Central Bank and Non-Farm Payrolls Announcements
WAEC Introduces 39 New Subjects; Painting, Plumbing, Office Practice and Other Vocational Subjects Added
April 19, 2022
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has introduced 39 new subjects in its examinations. Mrs. Olayinka Ajibade, the Council’s Acting Head of Test Development Division, made this statement, adding that the new subjects would commence in this year’s May/June West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). The announcement was made during the Council’s monthly seminar … Continue reading WAEC Introduces 39 New Subjects; Painting, Plumbing, Office Practice and Other Vocational Subjects Added
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CHAN 2014: Odunlami Kunle, Christantus Ejike, Rabiu Ali Named Among Best Eleven Players
April 19, 2022
Despite falling short of glory, the Super Eagles of Nigeria have something else to smile about besides the consolation of a third place win. Three players from the Eagles have been honoured with the inclusion of their names in the top eleven players of the tournament. Defender Odunlami Kunle, Christantus Ejike (midfielder) and Rabiu Ali … Continue reading CHAN 2014: Odunlami Kunle, Christantus Ejike, Rabiu Ali Named Among Best Eleven Players
When Will Nigeria Have Her Own Mandela?
April 19, 2022
By Toks Ero That former South African President and the true face of anti-apartheid struggle, Nelson Mandela has left us is a stale story. But the lessons from his life will remain eternal. In our clime for instance, the lessons stare us in the face on a daily basis as the political gladiators conduct themselves … Continue reading When Will Nigeria Have Her Own Mandela?
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