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Ogun State Farmers Receive Training on Seed Production

April 19, 2022

The Agricultural Media Resource and Extension Centre (AMREC) of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) have partnered with the National Agricultural Seeds Council (NASC) to educate 150 farmers in Imala, Ogun State on the nuances of effective production of high quality maize and cowpea seeds. The Director of AMREC, Prof Carolyn Afolami, said at … Continue reading Ogun State Farmers Receive Training on Seed Production

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SPORTS

AFCON 2013: DAY 11 Highlights

April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude   NIGERIA 2 – 0 ETHIOPIA Two penalties from Victor Moses were enough to push Nigeria into the next round of African Cup of Nations. The winger was brought down in the penalty area by defender Alula Girma with ten minutes left to play. Moses picked himself up to score the penalty … Continue reading AFCON 2013: DAY 11 Highlights

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Aviation News

International Airport in Bauchi to Be Completed and Ready for Flights This Year

April 19, 2022

A N7.9 billion international airport, being developed in Bauchi State, will be completed this year, and will resume operation soon after. This will increase the number of international airports in Nigeria, and widen options for tourism to Bauchi State, according to the Governor, Isa Yuguda. “The strategic location of Bauchi State as a gateway to … Continue reading International Airport in Bauchi to Be Completed and Ready for Flights This Year

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SPORTS

Nigerians Light Up The English FA Cup – Round 4

April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude Tom Adeyemi came on as a 70th minute substitute in Brentford’s shocking 2-all draw with holders, Chelsea, who are still without Nigeria duo, Mikel Obi and Victor Moses, since they are currently strutting their stuff at the African Cup of Nations. Reece Wabara played and scored a delightful back header in Oldham … Continue reading Nigerians Light Up The English FA Cup – Round 4

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SPORTS

AFCON 2013: DAY 9 Highlights

April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude MOROCCO 2-2 SOUTH AFRICA The Moroccans needed a win to book a place in the quarter finals and they started well, Issam El Adoua headed his team to the front after just 10 minutes. South Africans rallied back and have their keeper, Khune to thank for keeping the scoreline 1-0, making save … Continue reading AFCON 2013: DAY 9 Highlights

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SPORTS

AFCON 2013: DAY 8 Highlights

April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude IVORY COAST 3-0 TUNISIA The Ivorians became the first nation to qualify for the quarter finals after a comprehensive 3-nil defeat of Tunisia on Saturday. The Elephants took the lead from in-form Arsenal striker, Gervinho, who dispatched the ball into the net after a neat one-two with Lacina Traore. Reigning African footballer … Continue reading AFCON 2013: DAY 8 Highlights

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Interviews

Beacon of Hope for Teenagers, As Step Up! Comes to Lagos…

April 19, 2022

No other time of life surpasses the teenage years, for the sheer joy of living. Most teenagers possess a high level of creativity and strength. However, as a result of their habits, a great number of them fail to fully maximise their potential.  Many are left bored and, with nothing to productively engage their time, … Continue reading Beacon of Hope for Teenagers, As Step Up! Comes to Lagos…

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Entertainment

Ehizojia Okoeguale wins the 2013 MTVBase VJ Search

April 19, 2022

A 25 year old, Ehizojia Okoeguale, is the winner of the 2013 MTV Base Video Jockey (VJ) search. Ehiz, his moniker from his first name, was among the three finalists, from the pool of contestants that entered the competition, in Nigeria. He will join two other VJs to present shows on MTV network in Africa … Continue reading Ehizojia Okoeguale wins the 2013 MTVBase VJ Search

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ECONOMY

World Economic Forum of 2013: Nigeria, others heedful of the Global Economy

April 19, 2022

The World Economic Forum (WEF) – annually held at Davos, Switzerland – held over the past few days and was concluded yesterday, as world leaders, business leaders, government officials and pundits – gathered, to look into the world economy, its position, risks and possibilities in the near term. The forum comes as the global financial crisis … Continue reading World Economic Forum of 2013: Nigeria, others heedful of the Global Economy

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Events

Jason Njoku at Speaker Series – Saturday 9th February

April 19, 2022

Come interact with Jason Njoku as he shares his business and life experiences, at the February Speaker Series. Venue: Bogobiri House. 9, Maitama Sule Street, off Raymond Njoku Street, off Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos. Date: Saturday 9th February Time: 1pm This event is FREE to attend. Jason Njoku is CEO and Co-Founder of iROKO Partners. … Continue reading Jason Njoku at Speaker Series – Saturday 9th February

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SPORTS

AFCON 2013: Day 6 Highlights

April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude   GHANA 1-0 MALI Ghana’s hope of qualifying for the Quarter-finals of African Cup of Nation was boosted by a 1-nil win over a Mali yesterday. After conceeding a penalty in their opening game against DR Congo, Ghana went in front courtesy of a well taken penalty of their own by Mubarak … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Day 6 Highlights

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SPORTS

AFCON 2013: Day 5 Highlights

April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude. Host nation, South Africa played their second match of the tournament against Angola while the debutants, Cape Verde looked to cause an upset against the Moroccans.   SOUTH AFRICA 2 – 1 ANGOLA South Africa’s coach, Gordon Igesund made five changes to the team that played out an unimpressive draw against Cape … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Day 5 Highlights

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SPORTS

AFCON 2013: Tunisian Star Striker Issam Jemaa Injured

April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude. Tunisia Football Federation has announced that striker, Issam Jemaa will miss the remainder of the competition after sustaining knee injury in their win over Algeria on Tuesday. The Kuwait-based striker picked up the injury in the 18th minute of the game and had to be replaced immediately. As it stands, Tunisia will … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Tunisian Star Striker Issam Jemaa Injured

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BUSINESS

As a Business, Who is your Target?

April 19, 2022

By Tunde Owoeye-Phoster. As an entrepreneur, marketing is your key job. Don’t limit marketing to sales as it is generally done in our part of the world. Marketing supposedly includes all the process from the conception of a solution (product/service) to the successful delivery to the end user (consumer), for profit. If you aim at … Continue reading As a Business, Who is your Target?

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SPORTS

AFCON 2013: Day 4 Highlights

April 19, 2022

By Arinze Ude. GROUP D: Ivory Coast Tunisia Togo Algeria   IVORY COAST 2 – 1 TOGO The Didier Drogba led Ivorians went into this game as favorites but almost went behind in the early stages when Kolo Toure miscued his pass and gifted a glorious opportunity to Tottenham striker, Emmanuel Adebayor, who failed to … Continue reading AFCON 2013: Day 4 Highlights

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