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AfDB Approves $187 Million to Stimulate Private Investment in the Nigerian Power Sector
April 19, 2022
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) approved an African Development Fund (ADF) Partial Risk Guarantee (PRG) program of US $184.2 million , and an ADF loan of US $3.1 million, for capacity building, to support the Nigerian power sector privatization program. The PRG program in Nigeria aims to increase the country’s … Continue reading AfDB Approves $187 Million to Stimulate Private Investment in the Nigerian Power Sector
Harrysong’s Nelson Mandela Tribute Song is 2013’s Most Downloaded Caller Tune in 24 Hours
April 19, 2022
A free memorial single, released in honour of late anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela, has been announced as the most downloaded caller tune within a 24-hour window. Titled ‘Tribute to Mandela’ and released by Nigerian singer-songwriter Harrysong, it amassed a record one million downloads in one day. ‘Tribute to Mandela’ was released on Wednesday December 11, just six … Continue reading Harrysong’s Nelson Mandela Tribute Song is 2013’s Most Downloaded Caller Tune in 24 Hours
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D’Banj to Celebrate 10 Years in the Entertainment Industry in 2014
April 19, 2022
Dapo Oyebanjo, popularly known as D’banj, is gearing to celebrate his 10th year in the Nigerian Entertainment Industry in year 2014. In the past years, the musician, songwriter and businessman has received many accolades and has accomplished a lot to shake the entire entertainment industry, open doors and give our industry a face. In 2004, he … Continue reading D’Banj to Celebrate 10 Years in the Entertainment Industry in 2014
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Samsung Galaxy Note II Enters Nigerian Market
April 19, 2022
The highly anticipated Galaxy Note II has been released in the Nigerian market by Samsung Electronics’, the world’s largest maker of mobile handsets. The device, a hybrid of a smartphone and tablet, was launched in Nigeria on Thursday, December 12 in Lagos. Bravo Kim, managing director, Samsung Electronics West Africa, explained that the company aims … Continue reading Samsung Galaxy Note II Enters Nigerian Market
US Banking Firm, JP Morgan, Recommends UBA Shares to Investors
April 19, 2022
According to a report by the United States-based banking giant, JP Morgan, investors in one of Nigeria’s financial institution, United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA), can make a possible return of 45 percent over the next 12 months. The reports which cover business and economy in CEEMEA region (Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East … Continue reading US Banking Firm, JP Morgan, Recommends UBA Shares to Investors
Transcorp Records Huge Growth
April 19, 2022
Heirs Holdings, the pan-African proprietary investment company with interests in key economic sectors, has demonstrated its transformational ability over ailing businesses as one of its major investments, Transnational Corporation of Nigeria Plc (Transcorp), presented its achievements of 2013 to the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) recently. Key accomplishments for Transcorp in 2013 include the acquisition of the … Continue reading Transcorp Records Huge Growth
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Rise Networks National Youth Forum Returns
April 19, 2022
The Rise National Youth Forum is has returned after a break aimed towards research and planning. This year’s theme is titled ‘NIGERIA BEYOND OIL; Strengthening Youth Entrepreneurship in the Next Most Productive Sectors), ENTERTAINMENT + AGRICULTURE + TECHNOLOGY – (EAT)’. The highlight of the restructured Program is the Blue Collar Jobs Campaign Initiative; a Strategic … Continue reading Rise Networks National Youth Forum Returns
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AfDB Approves $20 Mn Credit to Support Real Estate SMEs
April 19, 2022
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank (AfDB) approved on Wednesday, December 11 a US $20 million Trade Finance Line of Credit for the Company for Habitat and Housing in Africa/Shelter Afrique (SHAF) to boost the availability of Trade Finance (TF) instruments to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) involved in real estate and … Continue reading AfDB Approves $20 Mn Credit to Support Real Estate SMEs
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TIME Names Pope Francis Person of the Year
April 19, 2022
Time magazine named Pope Francis its Person of the Year on Wednesday, crediting him with shifting the message of the Catholic Church while capturing the imagination of millions of people who had become disillusioned with the Vatican. This is the third time the magazine has chosen a pope as its Person of the Year. Time … Continue reading TIME Names Pope Francis Person of the Year
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ACEI to Invest US$130 Million Power Project in Nigeria
April 19, 2022
United States-based American Capital Energy and Infrastructure (ACEI) has announced an investment of $130 million in Azura Power Holdings, the company developing the Azura-Edo power project in Edo State, Nigeria. The Azura-Edo project is a 450 Megawatts open-cycle gas turbine power station being developed near Benin City, which is the first phase of a 1,000 … Continue reading ACEI to Invest US$130 Million Power Project in Nigeria
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Top 10 Holiday Destinations in Lagos
April 19, 2022
It is the season of holidays and merriment when families and loved ones look to spend quality time for future memories. While some families have their tickets ready to fly out to tourist attractions around the world and some have made plans to enjoy the holidays with close or extended families in other Nigerian … Continue reading Top 10 Holiday Destinations in Lagos
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Half of a Yellow Sun Actor, Chiwetel Ejiofor Chats with Oprah
April 19, 2022
Nigerian-UK actor, Chiwetel Ejiofor gets interviewed by queen of television talk show, Oprah Whiney. Oprah revealed this as she shared a picture of herself with the actor via her account on picture/video sharing social media network, Instagram, saying, Chiwetel Ejiofor talks about that harrowing “hanging” scene standing on his toes for hours. Chiwetelu Umeadi “Chiwetel” … Continue reading Half of a Yellow Sun Actor, Chiwetel Ejiofor Chats with Oprah
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Femi Kuti Gets 4th Grammy Nomination
April 19, 2022
Afrobeat king, Femi Kuti has received his fourth Grammy Award nomination in the last 10 years. The son of late Afrobeat legend, Fela Kuti, was nominated in the ‘World Music‘ category for his 2013 ‘No Place For My Dream‘ album. Others in the category include French group Gipsy Kings, South African male choral group Ladysmith Black Mambazo and Indian musician Ravi Shankar. … Continue reading Femi Kuti Gets 4th Grammy Nomination
7 Entrepreneurship Lessons from the Sweet Sensation Story
April 19, 2022
“From the gatehouse to the gateway” is an expression often used to describe the remarkable story of the incontrovertible ascension of Sweet Sensation Confectionery from humble beginnings to remarkable heights. In her book, Pots, Pans and Spoons, Kehinde Kamson shares the story of how Sweet Sensation started from a shed and grew into a successful … Continue reading 7 Entrepreneurship Lessons from the Sweet Sensation Story
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World Cup 2014: Nigeria to Play Argentina
April 19, 2022
Nigeria was grouped with familiar foes, Argentina in Group F for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. This is the fourth time in World Cup history Nigeria has been paired with the South American giants. The record is in favour of Argentines who boast a 3-0-0 record against the Super Eagles. Both teams met for … Continue reading World Cup 2014: Nigeria to Play Argentina
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