Archives Tag: Lagos
Red Fest Family Festival
April 19, 2022
Beryl Estate, Ibeju lekki — A leading real estate in the heart beat of Lagos is set to organise one of the largest fun gathering tagged ” GtextFest” an end of the year celebration event hosted by Gtext Homes to felicitate with all our current customers and prospective customers. It is organised with the aim … Continue reading Red Fest Family Festival
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Did You Know? The History of Agege Bread Production
April 19, 2022
If you’re a Nigerian and you have spent any length of time in the country’s South-West, you almost certainly know what the Agege bread is. Thick, robust and unsliced, this bread has held a place amongst Nigeria’s culinary gifts to the world for several decades. Some say it’s most delicious when it’s just out of … Continue reading Did You Know? The History of Agege Bread Production
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Helpful Little Articles: 5 Montessori Schools in Gbagada
April 19, 2022
If you moved recently to Gbagada or even work in the area or its environs, you will be pleased to know that we are running down 5 Montessori schools within the Gbagada. Read more about other Helpful Little Articles Valentina School If you are looking for a comprehensive education in a conducive environment, you should … Continue reading Helpful Little Articles: 5 Montessori Schools in Gbagada
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ThrowBack Thursday: When Oba Eshugbayi Fought Colonial Masters To Defend His Subjects
April 19, 2022
Though the British did not witness any other violent resistance from Lagos after the British forces bombardment in 1851. Oba Eshugbayi Eleko, however, constituted one of the fiercest resistance to the effective running of Lagos and the whole of Nigeria by the colonialists. Oba Eshugbayi, born in the 19th Century to Oba Dosumu who ceded … Continue reading ThrowBack Thursday: When Oba Eshugbayi Fought Colonial Masters To Defend His Subjects
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Helpful Little Articles: 10 Affordable Private Hospitals in Lagos
April 19, 2022
Healthcare can often be expensive in Nigeria especially if you are not on the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) or just not into either public hospitals or the scheme. In Nigeria, private hospitals have come to be seen as a germane alternative to public care. The trouble with private hospitals, however, is that they are … Continue reading Helpful Little Articles: 10 Affordable Private Hospitals in Lagos
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Family Businesses in Nigeria: Yinka Folawiyo Group
April 19, 2022
The Yinka Folawiyo Group is one of Nigeria’s long-lived conglomerates. Known for its involvement in the energy sector, it has operated in diverse industries for over fifty years. It owes its longevity to its ability to move with the predominant interests of the time, in line with the evolution of the local economy. Younger Nigerians … Continue reading Family Businesses in Nigeria: Yinka Folawiyo Group
Founder Institute Lagos Announces Velocity Conference on November, 16th 2019.
April 19, 2022
Africa is said to be the world’s last frontier and entrepreneurship coupled with the ability to leverage technology for scale has presented a good opportunity for entrepreneurs to rise up to solve some of the continent’s most pressing challenges. The city of Lagos being the 5th largest economy in Africa has an important role to … Continue reading Founder Institute Lagos Announces Velocity Conference on November, 16th 2019.
Uber is Testing its Boat Taxi Service in Lagos
April 19, 2022
Ride-hailing giant Uber says it’s introducing its boat taxi service, UberBOAT to Nigeria. The service is being tested on the waterways of Lagos, the country’s commercial capital and busiest city. In a recent blog post on its website, Uber explained that the project would be executed in partnership with the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA), … Continue reading Uber is Testing its Boat Taxi Service in Lagos
Everything You Need to Know About Ake Festival 2019
April 19, 2022
The Ake Festival is now in its 7th year. For the past 6 years, its founder and visionary, Lola Shoneyin, has championed the cause. The Festival began in Abeokuta and held for the first time in 2013. In 2017, Lola took a bold step and moved the Festival to Lagos. This year, the Ake Festival … Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About Ake Festival 2019
The Second African And Black Festival Of Arts And Culture: Festac ’77
April 19, 2022
The second African and Black Festival of Arts and Culture, otherwise known as Festac ’77. was held in Lagos from the 15th of January, 1977 to the 12th of February, 1977. The festival was intended to showcase to the world the richness of African culture and to expose African music, fine arts, drama, religion and … Continue reading The Second African And Black Festival Of Arts And Culture: Festac ’77
34 Countries To Participate In Lagos International Badminton Classics
April 19, 2022
The 2019 Lagos International Badminton Classics will serve off on July 24, and run through July 27, at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Onikan, Lagos. According to the Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC), about 34 countries have registered to take part in the tournament, which is expected to feature top badminton teams across the continent. Speaking … Continue reading 34 Countries To Participate In Lagos International Badminton Classics
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Did You Know? Lagos is One of the World’s Top 100 Startup Cities
April 19, 2022
Lagos is now one of the world’s top 100 startup cities. That’s according to a new report from StartupBlink, a body which maps the development of startups across the globe. The report, covering the year 2018, shows that Nigeria’s largest commercial hub places in the top ten percentile of 1,000 cities. The bustling, sometimes raucous … Continue reading Did You Know? Lagos is One of the World’s Top 100 Startup Cities
‘Maid In Nigeria’ Exhibition To Go On View In Lagos
April 19, 2022
Maid In Nigeria 4 May – 4 June, 2019 Opening Reception: Saturday, 4th May, 6-8pm We are all too familiar with domestic labour in Nigeria; the women, men, and sometimes young girls and boys that pass through our households in roles of servitude. Catering to our needs for ease of comfort with busy schedules, daily … Continue reading ‘Maid In Nigeria’ Exhibition To Go On View In Lagos
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Events This Weekend
April 19, 2022
It’s Easter weekend! Four whole days with lots of events. Here are a few that will make your Easter holiday worthwhile. Homecoming Festival 2019 The Homecoming Festival is an annual event that features a continuous performance of urban contemporary music, from Afrobeats, Afropop, Afrofusion, Hip Hop, Alté, and more. This year’s edition features a pop-up … Continue reading Events This Weekend
SME Spotlight: Beauty By Oniels
April 19, 2022
Yetunde Onilenla is a beauty consultant and the founder of Beauty by Oniels, an outfit for makeup and gele artistry, training and consulting. An indigene of Lagos State, Onilenla founded Beauty by Oniels in 2016. “We prioritize our clients’ skin, pampering the skin [often] without them even asking.”Yetunde Onilenla Beyond a concern for cosmetic beauty, … Continue reading SME Spotlight: Beauty By Oniels
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