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Philanthropy TECH

The Tony Elumelu Foundation To Support More Tech Startups In Nigeria

April 19, 2022

With a mission to assist technology start-ups in solving more local problems, The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) is upgrading its commitment for Seed Funding to Tech Startups in Nigeria through the ccHub. The Founder, Tony Elumelu said, “the foundation will increase the number of annual grants made available to start-ups who develop local content applications, which … Continue reading The Tony Elumelu Foundation To Support More Tech Startups In Nigeria

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Interviews

5 Minutes with Kemi Ogunniyi, Author, Tales of Mr. Tortoise

April 19, 2022

Kemi Ogunniyi, author of Foreign Otondo: Your NYSC Survival Guide, recently published her first children’s book, Tales of Mr. Tortoise. She talks to Connect Nigeria about her journey.   1. Tell us a bit about your professional background I’m a communications and business consultant. I specialise in helping small or medium enterprises develop their business … Continue reading 5 Minutes with Kemi Ogunniyi, Author, Tales of Mr. Tortoise

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Events

Events This Weekend, August 2nd — 4th

April 19, 2022

Freedom Hall Presents Isaac Geralds At Freedom Hall “Thank God Its Friday” this weekend, they’re rolling out the drums in a big way, with a classy night of great music, poetry, laughter, candle lit dinner, etc. with Isaac Geralds and friends. Guests Artistes include Ebisan, Oladipupo, Amaka, etc. Dress code: Corporate. Setting : Lights off. Candles on. Venue: Coral Blue Seafood Restaurant … Continue reading Events This Weekend, August 2nd — 4th

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Health TECH

GAVI Alliance Donates US$ 21 million To Nigeria to Improve Vaccine Supply Chains

April 19, 2022

The GAVI Alliance has approved US$ 21 million to help improve vaccine supply chains in Nigeria as part of a partnership aimed at scaling up routine immunisation. The funds will be used by Nigeria’s National Primary Health Care Development Agency to procure vital equipment for storing vaccines and to improve data collection, both of which … Continue reading GAVI Alliance Donates US$ 21 million To Nigeria to Improve Vaccine Supply Chains

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LIFESTYLE Tourism

Holiday Destination: La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort

April 19, 2022

How time flies, the holidays are here once again. Looking for a beautiful destination to run to with friends, family and loved ones? Somewhere to make the long holiday a lovely vacation? Here is a place that is touched by the hand of Mother Nature. Beautiful beyond imagination, fascinating beyond the limits of your description. … Continue reading Holiday Destination: La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort

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BUSINESS TECH

Microsoft Releases Office for Android

April 19, 2022

Microsoft has announced its Office for Android. This comes weeks after the organisation announced the availability of Office for iPhone. For now, the new software is only available in the U.S. for Office 365 subscribers. But if you aren’t already an Office 365 subscriber, you can visit www.office.com to learn more about Office 365 and sign … Continue reading Microsoft Releases Office for Android

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BUSINESS

Heirs Holdings Partners LSDPC To Upgrade Falomo Shopping Complex

April 19, 2022

Leading investment firm in Africa, Heirs Holdings, has signed an agreement with the Lagos State Development Property Corporation (LSDPC), to redevelop Falomo Shopping Complex in Ikoyi, Lagos to a shopping mall, an office complex and residential apartments. Speaking on the agreement the Managing Director of LSDPC, Mr. Biodun Oki, said: “The Falomo Shopping Mall’s redevelopment is long overdue. Our … Continue reading Heirs Holdings Partners LSDPC To Upgrade Falomo Shopping Complex

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Entertainment SPORTS

Nigeria qualifies for CHAN

April 19, 2022

Nigeria’s home based Super Eagles qualified for their maiden CHAN tournament despite losing 2-nil against the Ivorians in Abidjan on Saturday. The Super Eagles’ team lost 2-nil on the day but had 4-3 on aggregate to book their place for the tournament in South Africa. Kevin Zougoula scored both goals for the Ivorians, capitalising on … Continue reading Nigeria qualifies for CHAN

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BUSINESS Events

Xperiential Marketing Conference [PICTURES]

April 19, 2022

The foremost Experiential Marketing Conference in West Africa touching on topical issues affecting the marketing communications industry post economic recession held on 28th and 29th June, 2013. Trends, aftermath effects and way forward to meet an on or before 2015 deadline were deliberated on. Below are pictures of the event.

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TECH

DAFTECH launches Skills4Life Program to equip Nigerian Youths

April 19, 2022

Skills4Life is a program being put together by DAFTECH (Digital Access Foundation for Technology Development), a not-for-profit organization with a mission to simplify technology, empower educators and inspire students. The program’s main target is to provide basic and advanced courses in Android, iOS, Windows app development, digital effects, classical character animation, film and video editing, … Continue reading DAFTECH launches Skills4Life Program to equip Nigerian Youths

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Health News

Minister of State for Health, Muhammed Pate resigns

April 19, 2022

Nigeria’s Minister of State for Health, Dr. Muhammed Pate has resigned from President Jonathan’s cabinet. He sent in his resignation, July 22, stating that he would take up the “position of Professor in Duke University’s Global Health Institute USA in which capacity he will participate in a university-wide Africa initiative, and will also serve as … Continue reading Minister of State for Health, Muhammed Pate resigns

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Arts Health

Audition for MTV’s Shuga Series To Hold in Lagos This Weekend

April 19, 2022

Shuga, a film production of MTV Base on HIV, will hold auditions in Nigeria this weekend. “We are looking for real, raw talent that is going to help bring the Shuga drama series alive for Nigerian audiences,” said Georgia Arnold, Executive Director, MTV Staying Alive Foundation, “With principle photography for Shuga just a few weeks away, … Continue reading Audition for MTV’s Shuga Series To Hold in Lagos This Weekend

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Events

Events This Weekend, July 25th — 28th

April 19, 2022

The Thrill Charity Concert/ Fashion Show The Thrill Charity Concert and Fashion Show will present some of Nigeria’s top models and A-list acts perform, to entertain guest and raise fund for charity.   Venue: Protea Hotel Oakwood Lekki, Lagos. Date: July 26th, 2013. Time: 3pm – 11pm Ticket: Regular – N3, 000; VIP – N6, … Continue reading Events This Weekend, July 25th — 28th

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Agriculture BUSINESS

Sotonye Anga: Positioning Nigeria as a Global Powerhouse in Agriculture

April 19, 2022

Sotonye Anga is an agribusiness strategist and enterprise development expert with corporate experience spanning 2 decades in plantation development, export of agricultural commodities and trade consultancy across Africa, Asia and Europe. He is passionate about agriculture as a business, and is the managing director of Universal Quest Nigeria Limited, an Agribusiness company. His presentations on … Continue reading Sotonye Anga: Positioning Nigeria as a Global Powerhouse in Agriculture

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TECH

Easy Taxi Launches in Nigeria

April 19, 2022

Latin American taxi app, Easy Taxi will begin operations in Nigeria, after the company announced its global expansion in Asia, Africa and the Middle East — today. The Easy Taxi app is available for iOS, Android and the new BlackBerry devices. To use, you’ll confirm your pickup point and order your cab. You’ll receive confirmation of the … Continue reading Easy Taxi Launches in Nigeria

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