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Books

Book Review: Sadder Days by Jentola Jenkins

April 19, 2022

By Nehi Igbinijesu In his first book, Jentola Jenkins accentuates the arrival of the African short story genre to e-book readers across the world. Sadder Days is a collection of short stories drawn from the ills of a warped fictitious West African society. It portrays the silent rage that pervades young people in today’s African … Continue reading Book Review: Sadder Days by Jentola Jenkins

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SPORTS

Row on Keshi’s 32-man Eagles list for AFCON 2013 grow over Odemwingie and Ameobi

April 19, 2022

When Super Eagles Coach Stephen Keshi, released the 32-man provisional list for the 2013 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) last Saturday, he did what he hoped will get him started to select a squad that will be favorites to be champions of the tournament; rather, it is now a row over player selection and availability. … Continue reading Row on Keshi’s 32-man Eagles list for AFCON 2013 grow over Odemwingie and Ameobi

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BUSINESS

ConocoPhillips leaves Nigeria, sells assets to Oando for $1.79 billion

April 19, 2022

Global oil-giant, ConocoPhillips is leaving Nigeria, after years of operating oilfields at several parts of the country. ConocoPhillips is selling its assets to Oando Energy Resources (OER) for $1.79 billion plus customary adjustments.  This will extend Oando’s asset in onshore and offshore resources in the Nigerian oil sector, and the organization has paid $435 million … Continue reading ConocoPhillips leaves Nigeria, sells assets to Oando for $1.79 billion

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BUSINESS

Tourism: Why Invest In It?

April 19, 2022

When you hear the word “tourism”, what’s the first thing that runs through your mind? Travels and tours I guess? But in the real sense tourism goes beyond that, so let me try and shift your perspective a little. What if you see tourism as a tool of change, a means of education, a weapon … Continue reading Tourism: Why Invest In It?

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Events

Events in Nigeria This Christmas!

April 19, 2022

Here are some of the biggest events in Nigeria, this season. Chris Brown in Lagos Concert Catch Chris Brown live at Victoria Island with other artists such as Tiwa Savage, Burna Boy, L.O.S, Ajebutter, Naeto C, Seyi Shay and Mercy from Idols. Venue: Expo Hall, Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. Date: Saturday, 22th … Continue reading Events in Nigeria This Christmas!

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Business Profiles

Business Profile: Sunglasses.com.ng

April 19, 2022

Nigeria, an African country in the tropics, where there is high solar intensity for most parts of the year, require that people use sunglasses to protect their eyes from ultraviolet light. This necessitates dark filters that can come as sunglasses to protect the eye. Getting original sunglasses that will not alter the position of images … Continue reading Business Profile: Sunglasses.com.ng

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Entertainment

First Nigerian Reality Show In Hausa Debuts In January 2013

April 19, 2022

Entertainment in Hausa language is known in Nigeria – covering music, movies and comedy. There is a channel dedicated to only Hausa movies, there are several musicians who sing in Hausa, there are a number of mainstream artists who have made top-chatting songs – in Hausa. Extending entertainment shows coming in the language, an organization, … Continue reading First Nigerian Reality Show In Hausa Debuts In January 2013

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News Personality

Barack Obama Named TIME Magazine Person Of The Year 2012!

April 19, 2022

TIME Magazine – a US Magazine with global popularity and distribution – has chosen US President Barack Obama as its Person of the Year for 2012, for what the TIME team believes was an historic reelection amidst soaring unemployment and dismal economic data. The Magazine alluded some of his first term achievements spoke to the … Continue reading Barack Obama Named TIME Magazine Person Of The Year 2012!

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iConnect LIFESTYLE

TOP 7 Gifts For Children This Christmas!

April 19, 2022

Hey there dads and mums, uncles and aunts, are you still scratching your heads and wondering what to get your little ones for Christmas? If no, then why are you here, and if yes, why do you feel I can help, do I look like a kid? Okay, that was a joke, stay with me, … Continue reading TOP 7 Gifts For Children This Christmas!

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Arts Entertainment

Movie Review: Phone Swap

April 19, 2022

By Ada Arinze. Script: Kemi Adesoye Director: Yinka Edwards and Alfred Chai Producer: Kunle Afolayan Cast: Wale Ojo, Nse Etim Ikpe, Joke Silva, Lydia Forson Review: His first movie being the success that it was, I guess it is safe to say that Kunle Afolayan has ‘done it again’ with Phone Swap. The movie was … Continue reading Movie Review: Phone Swap

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TECH

Samsung is the Biggest Mobile Brand of 2012

April 19, 2022

Samsung is the biggest mobile brand of 2012, having the highest unit of device sales globally — according to an intelligence firm that tracks mobile handset sales, IHS iSuppli. They have a report that projects the fourth quarter of this year and what results will look like. It submitted in its report that, “Mobile handset revenue is … Continue reading Samsung is the Biggest Mobile Brand of 2012

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News

Nigeria Unveils New Metering And Auto Policy; Qatar invests $390 Million.

April 19, 2022

The Nigerian Ministry of Trade and Investment has unveiled a new metering system and a new auto policy to take effect from 2013. The new metering system is directed at ending loopholes with weights and measures, to appreciate the value Nigerians get from local and imported products and save $3 billion. The Minster of Trade … Continue reading Nigeria Unveils New Metering And Auto Policy; Qatar invests $390 Million.

SPORTS

Keshi To Invite 17 Foreign Stars For 2013 AFCON

April 19, 2022

 By Arinze Ude. Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi is expected to name the list of 17 foreign stars invited to camp with the 24 home based players in Faro, Portugal in preparation for the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (South Africa 2013) this week. Officials disclosed that there will be a few notable omissions on … Continue reading Keshi To Invite 17 Foreign Stars For 2013 AFCON

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Entertainment

Yaws and Myns Sitcom Premieres Today

April 19, 2022

Wazobia FM’s On-air Personality Steve Onu is set to hit the entertainment scene with a new sitcom. The sitcom, ‘Yaws and Myn’ will premiere at Silverbird Cinemas, VI, today at 5pm, and admission is strictly by invitation. The sitcom would be featuring actors Steve Onu (Yaw), Stanley “FunnyBone” Chibunna, Lilian Esoro, Ngozi Nwosu, Tina Mba, … Continue reading Yaws and Myns Sitcom Premieres Today

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TECH

MMA2 Introduces free Internet Service for Passengers

April 19, 2022

By Ada Arinze In a bid to improve service provision for passengers, Bi-Courtney Aviation Services Limited (BASL), operators of the Murtala Muhammed Airport Two (MMA2) Lagos, has partnered with IWayafrica and Multichoice Nigeria to introduce free wireless-internet service for passengers travelling through the terminal. This comes months after a similar service was launched at the … Continue reading MMA2 Introduces free Internet Service for Passengers

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