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Preventing a Deadly Disease
April 19, 2022
By Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani Kicker: More Nigerians are protecting their potential children from sickle cell Jackie Onyemelukwe was in her final year at Imo State University when her boyfriend, Chuka, proposed. They began making plans to get married, but there was an unexpected pitfall. The pastor of their church asked them if they were … Continue reading Preventing a Deadly Disease
Nigeria Makes Guinness World Records, With the Biggest Jersey on Earth
April 19, 2022
In the spirit of the African Cup of Nations competition concluded a few weeks back, Guinness Nigeria launched a pitch-sized jersey and laid it over the main bowl of the Teslim Balogun Stadium — in January. The organization did it to bolster the hopes of Nigerians in the Super Eagles and, to draw a crowd … Continue reading Nigeria Makes Guinness World Records, With the Biggest Jersey on Earth
Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff Visits Nigeria, Targets Ties, Trade and Investments
April 19, 2022
Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff was in Nigeria over the weekend. She came by after the Africa-South America Summit, held in Guinea last week. She met with the President, high level bureaucrats and business leaders, to improve trade ties and corporation between Nigeria and Brazil. She signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with President Jonathan, for … Continue reading Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff Visits Nigeria, Targets Ties, Trade and Investments
In a First, APR, formerly UBA Registrars, Is Listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange
April 19, 2022
Following its listing on the eleventh day of last month, Africa Prudential Registrars Plc (APR) has become the first and only registrar in the country to be listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange. Formerly known as UBA Registrars, the newly listed entity, which has an authorized and fully paid share capital of N500 million, delivered … Continue reading In a First, APR, formerly UBA Registrars, Is Listed on the Nigerian Stock Exchange
WEEKEND UPDATE: Nigerians in the Premier League
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude WEST BROM 2-1 SUNDERLAND Peter Clarke named Osaze Odemwingie in his team list for the first time since the transfer deadline day saga. The Nigerian International striker was a substitute for two-goal hero, Romelu Lukaku, replacing the Belgian in the 88th minute of the match. READING 0-3 EVERTON Hope Akpan was … Continue reading WEEKEND UPDATE: Nigerians in the Premier League
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Events For You, This Weekend!
April 19, 2022
YALDA Hosts “Adopt An Idea” Fundraising DinnerYouth Alliance for Leadership and Development (YALDA) will be hosting its “Adopt an Idea” Fundraising Gala Dinner tomorrow. YALDA is an international non-profit organization established in 2004 by African students who once studied at Harvard University. The aim of this event is to increase the capacity of youth in … Continue reading Events For You, This Weekend!
Transcorp, Bid Winner for Ughelli Power Plant, Signs With BPE to Take Over
April 19, 2022
The official signing ceremony for the winning bidders of the privatization of the Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN), was held yesterday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The ceremony, hosted by the Bureau for Public Enterprises (BPE) and presided over by Minister of Power Professor Chinedu Nebo, had representatives from the five generating and 10 … Continue reading Transcorp, Bid Winner for Ughelli Power Plant, Signs With BPE to Take Over
Samsung Unveils Galaxy Grand to Nigeria, at Banky W’s Album Launch Event
April 19, 2022
At the album launch event for Samsung-endorsed artist, Banky W, last weekend, it wasn’t just a time for musical and comical performances, it was an opportunity to unveil in Nigeria, the Galaxy Grand smartphone. The Managing Director of Samsung Electronics West Africa, Mr. Brovo Kim, did, showing its features and why Nigeria should embrace it. … Continue reading Samsung Unveils Galaxy Grand to Nigeria, at Banky W’s Album Launch Event
AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – Nwankwo Obiorah
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude The midfield maestro was born in Kaduna on 12 July 1991 and he’s currently on loan to Romanian perennial champions, CFR Cluj from parent club, Parma FC of Italy. He started his career at ECO in Lagos with loan spells at Heartland, Wikki Tourist and Real Murcia before signing for Inter Milan … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – Nwankwo Obiorah
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AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – Ahmed Musa
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude Born October 20 1992, Musa started his career at Jos, his place of birth, with Aminchi Football Academy before being loaned out to JUTH and then Kano Pillars in the Nigerian Premier League. At Kano Pillars, he set a league record with 18 goals as Pillars finished second. Musa held the … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – Ahmed Musa
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AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – Ikechukwu Uche
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude Ikechukwu Uche was born on 5th January 1984 in Aba. He started his career with Iwuanyanwu Nationale before travelling out to Spain to join Racing Ferrol in Spanish Segunda division as an 18-year old. He’s played most of his career in Spain with Recreativo de Huelva, Getafe, Real Zaragoza, Villareal and Granada. … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – Ikechukwu Uche
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Discover Nigeria: The White Star Apple
April 19, 2022
Africa is home to medicinal plants and fruits, some of which cannot be found in other parts of the world. It is common knowledge that traditional medicine is effective and remains a major source of remedies for the continent, servicing the needs of up to 80% of the population. Generally, fruits provide essential vitamins, fibers … Continue reading Discover Nigeria: The White Star Apple
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Heirs Holdings: AFEX Announces Executive Appointments in Rwanda
April 19, 2022
In line with its strategy to build commodity exchanges across Africa, Africa Exchange Holdings (AFEX) announced two key appointments for its subsidiary East Africa Exchange (EAX) in Rwanda. Paul Kukubo, Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya Information, Communication and Technology Board and John Bosco Sebabi, Director General at the National Bank of Rwanda will take … Continue reading Heirs Holdings: AFEX Announces Executive Appointments in Rwanda
AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – Kenneth Omeruo
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude Kenneth Josiah Omeruo was born in Kaduna on October, 17 1993 but started his career at Standard Liege in Belgium. He played for Nigeria at the junior World Cup in Colombia in 2011. He was transferred to English Premier League giants, Chelsea in 2012 and was immediately loaned out to ADO Den … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – Kenneth Omeruo
AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – Ogenyi Onazi
April 19, 2022
By Arinze Ude The Lazio youngster was born on December 25, 1992 in Lagos. He started his career with Prophet TB Joshua’s My People FC, an academy set up by the preacher to promote and encourage young footballers. He came to the fore in 2009 when Nigeria hosted the U-17 World Championship, losing the final … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Super Eagles Player Profile – Ogenyi Onazi
