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BUSINESS Did You Know?

How Kano Became Northern Nigeria’s Commercial Nerve Center

April 19, 2022

Kano is to Northern Nigeria what Lagos is to the south (and the rest of the country)- a large, cosmopolitan city with commerce that’s big enough to dominate (and drive) the economy of the whole region. Many of the North’s biggest companies are headquartered there. Its industrial sector boasts some of Nigeria’s largest manufacturing facilities. … Continue reading How Kano Became Northern Nigeria’s Commercial Nerve Center

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Did You Know? Tourism travel

5 Benefits of Growing the Tourism Industry in Nigeria

April 19, 2022

Many people see tourism as something those who have time on their hands engage in. They see it as a luxury for those who can afford it. But tourism is so much more than that. It offers so much to any country that prioritizes it. In Nigeria, we have been talking of diversifying the economy. … Continue reading 5 Benefits of Growing the Tourism Industry in Nigeria

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TECH

Cloud Technology: What You Must Know

April 19, 2022

  Cloud technology is a full university degree by itself, these days. Now, we may not quite have caught on yet but tech really doesn’t wait for anyone. So here’s what you must know about this fascinating phenomenon that is now a foundation in all of tech today. Read more about Tech What Is Cloud … Continue reading Cloud Technology: What You Must Know

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BUSINESS Did You Know? Entrepreneurship

Did You Know? More Than 40 Percent of Nigerian Entrepreneurs are Women

April 19, 2022

The Nigerian economy is powered by the strength and resilience of several million entrepreneurs. From the founding executive at a top manufacturer to the regular roadside retail vendor, there’s no shortage of people willing to build businesses that meet the world’s needs. Read more about Business The vast majority of entrepreneurs in Nigeria are small … Continue reading Did You Know? More Than 40 Percent of Nigerian Entrepreneurs are Women

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Tourism Travel

Did You Know? Top 10 Facts About The Nigerian Aviation Industry

April 19, 2022

How much does the layperson know of the aviation industry here in Nigeria? Here are 10 facts to know: 1. The aviation industry started in Kano State in 1925 when an RAF fighter jet landed on a racecourse. Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport is the oldest in Nigeria and it started operations in 1936. 2. … Continue reading Did You Know? Top 10 Facts About The Nigerian Aviation Industry

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Health Wellness

Wellness: What You Should Know About Ectopic Pregnancy

April 19, 2022

An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilised egg attaches itself to the fallopian tube, cervix, or abdominal cavity instead of making its way to the uterus. This causes the egg to grow abnormally even though a test may reveal the woman is pregnant. Read more about Wellness According to The American Academy of Family Physicians, … Continue reading Wellness: What You Should Know About Ectopic Pregnancy

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BUSINESS ECONOMY

Did You Know? Nigeria is the World’s Third Largest Producer of Sweet Potatoes

April 19, 2022

Sweet potatoes are starchy tuberous roots that are prized for their pleasant taste. When cooked, they may form part of a broader dish or can be consumed alone. This potato’s sweet taste sets it apart from other root-derived foods. Read more about Business Nigeria produces about 4 million tons of sweet potatoes annually. This makes … Continue reading Did You Know? Nigeria is the World’s Third Largest Producer of Sweet Potatoes

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Agriculture BUSINESS

Did You Know? Nigeria is the Second Largest Producer Of Okra in the World

April 19, 2022

Okra (okro) is a big part of traditional cuisine in many parts of Nigeria. The vegetable features in dishes consumed by people in locations as far apart as Lagos and Kano. Many recognize its value in the slimy characteristic it brings to traditional soups. The widespread consumption of okra in Nigeria is helped by farmers … Continue reading Did You Know? Nigeria is the Second Largest Producer Of Okra in the World

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Finance

Sectors that Pay the Highest Company Income Taxes in Nigeria 

April 19, 2022

The Company Income Tax (CIT) is a tax on the profits made by incorporated organizations in Nigeria. It’s paid by both local businesses and foreign entities doing business in the country. Read more about Finance This tax is a major source of revenue for the government, as it’s generated from numerous commercial entities located across … Continue reading Sectors that Pay the Highest Company Income Taxes in Nigeria 

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Food

Another List of Must-Have Kitchen Ingredients this Christmas

April 19, 2022

Yesterday, in the part one edition of Must-Have Kitchen Ingredients this Christmas, I told you why you need to have these ingredients and I also listed six of them. If you missed that article, you’ll find it here. That said, we’ll briefly discuss the remaining five ingredients today. Even though you may not be into … Continue reading Another List of Must-Have Kitchen Ingredients this Christmas

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Food

Must Have Kitchen Ingredients this Christmas

April 19, 2022

Christmas is two weeks away. Are you travelling down to the village? Or are you going to be part of the no leave, no transfer crew, ndi ala bu otu, from January to December? Either way, the question I want to ask now is for everyone to answer. So, tell me, have you done your … Continue reading Must Have Kitchen Ingredients this Christmas

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Tourism Travel

What Nigerians Can Expect from UK Visa Applications Post-Brexit

April 19, 2022

2020 has been a unique year on every count. Most countries shut their borders to international travel, and though some have resumed, a lot are yet to. In October, news filtered in that Nigeria was exempted from the USA Green Card lottery (aka 2022 Diversity Visa Lottery) program. The premise was that well over 50,000 … Continue reading What Nigerians Can Expect from UK Visa Applications Post-Brexit

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BUSINESS ECONOMY

Did You Know? Nigeria’s Fishing Industry is Worth ₦85 Billion

April 19, 2022

Nigeria’s coastlines and inland waterways are teeming with marine life. And its people aren’t oblivious of this. Each year, the country’s inhabitants consume a seemingly impressive 3.2 million metric tons of fish. This happens almost everywhere, from the remotest villages to the largest metropolises– even if the creeks and coastlines where these fish come from … Continue reading Did You Know? Nigeria’s Fishing Industry is Worth ₦85 Billion

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Tourism Travel

International Civil Aviation Day

April 19, 2022

International Civil Aviation Day is not very popular among those outside the aviation industry. But like all International Day celebrations, it is a day set aside to inform the public by creating an awareness of the challenges faced by the aviation industry and to mobilize political will towards resolving it. Its observance is to show … Continue reading International Civil Aviation Day

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Food

Did You Know? 6 Health Benefits Of Garden Egg

April 19, 2022

Garden egg is a vegetable that can be found in the streets and local markets in Nigeria. It is a type of eggplant and it belongs to the nightshade family, Solanaceae. While Garden egg is called anyala, añara or afufa in Igbo, it is called igba in Yoruba and gayen gauta in Hausa. Garden egg … Continue reading Did You Know? 6 Health Benefits Of Garden Egg

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