Nigerian Bags First Class in Law at the University of Cambridge
Nigerian student, Oluwatobi Olasunkanmi, 24, has emerged winner of the William Charnley Prize for getting a first class in Law at the University of Cambridge, United Kingdom. Oluwatobi, who is the only student of black descent in the graduating set is the son of the former Minister of Youth Development, Senator Akinlabi Olasunkanmi. “Many congratulations […]
Saraki Commits To Promoting Investment-Friendly Atmosphere
The President of the Senate, Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki on Thursday restated the hope of a brighter Nigeria and reiterated his commitment of enacting legislation to sustain an investment friendly atmosphere with the view to bring the country out of its current economic downturn. While meeting with the visiting United States of America (USA) Ambassador to Nigeria, James Entwistle […]
Commonwealth Youth Council President Advises President Buhari
Punch News reports that President Buhari recently expressed concerns of his age being a limit to peak performance after the African Union Summit’s closing. “I wish I became head of state when I was a governor, just a few years as a young man. Now at 72, there is a limit to what I can […]
Pepsi Football Academy Sponsors 2 Nigerian Teenagers to Brooke House College, UK
Popular Nigerian football academy, Pepsi Football Academy, will sponsor two Nigerian teenagers, 15-year-old Eken Divine and 17-year-old Nneku Joseph to Brooke House College, UK following their success at a selection exercise in Abeokuta, Ogun State held between June 10 and 13. The scholarship will see both youngsters study and train to become professional footballers. The […]
X3m Music Partners Kanu Heart Foundation For Charity
Popular music label, X3M music in conjunction with Kanu Heart Foundation hosted a charity acoustic session last month to raise awareness for children with heart defects. The show which was headlined by X3M music act, Sammy and hosted by City FM OAP, Sensei Uche was held at Terrakulture, Victoria Island, Lagos. It featured spectacular performances from Sound Sultan, Praiz, Banky W, Simi, […]
Book on Ex-President, Goodluck Jonathan Set For Release
As part of plans to celebrate the former President, Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, GCFR, a book titled “The New Face of African Democracy” has been written to applaud his heroic feats. The book will be released July 21 worldwide. Two Nigerian authors teamed up shortly after the elections to complete the book about this great son […]
I’m Still a RCCG Pastor, Says Vice President Yemi Osinbajo
Nigeria’s Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo (SAN) has said he is only on loan to the Federal Government because he is still a pastor in the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG).Osinbajo made this disclosure on Tuesday at the Special Welcome and Thanksgiving Service organized for him and his wife at the RCCG regional headquarters […]
MTV MAMA 2015: Nigerian Artistes Dominate 11 Categories
Nigerian music stars including Davido, Wizkid, Yemi Alade, and P-Square, once again hold sway over the African music scene as they dominate 11 categories at the 2015 MTV Africa Music Awards nominee list. The nominee list which was revealed on Thursday night at a reception held in Harem, Johannesburg, South Africa had in attendance some of MAMA 2015 […]
The Solution to Fuel Scarcity and Fuel Subsidy Issues in Nigeria
Nigeria is the 12th largest crude oil producer in the world, contributing about 3% of the global crude oil production. This makes it the largest crude oil producer in Africa. It is also the ninth country in terms of gas reserves in the world, has the largest gas reserves in Africa, and contributes about 8% of the global liquefied […]
Guinea President to Arrive Nigeria For Working Visit
The President of the Federal Republic of Guinea, President Alpha Condé, will today, May 26th, arrive Lagos for a 5-day working visit.President Condé will be meeting with top Nigerian officials in Lagos in an attempt to lure investments to his mineral-rich country. He is also expected to hold a private session with the National Leader of […]
MTV Africa Music Awards to Return on 18th July
The 2015 edition of the MTV Africa Music Awards (MAMA) will hold at the International Convention Centre (ICC) of KwaZulu-Natal Province of Durban, South Africa, on July 18. This was disclosed at a news conference held simultaneously in Lagos and Durban on Thursday by representatives of Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) and officials of the government of […]
40 Nigerians to Participate in Mandela Washington Fellowship Programme
40 Nigerians have been announced as beneficiaries to participate in the Mandela Washington Fellowship Programme for Young African Leaders in 20 top U.S. universities, for a period of six weeks. They are: 1. Alueshima Utasha, Public Management, Florida International University. 2. Lukmon Buliameen, Business and Entrepreneurship, University of Wisconsin-Stout. 3. Ikuba Ona, Civic Leadership, Arizona […]
Fidson’s MD Wins 2014 BusinessDay Top 25 CEO Awards
Managing Director, Fidson Healthcare Plc, Dr. Fidelis Ayebae has, yet again, emerged one of the top Chief Executive Officers of listed companies in Nigeria at this year’s edition of BusinessDay Top 25 CEO Awards for 2014 Financial Year. The awards ceremony, which was held last Friday at WheatBaker Hotel, Ikoyi, witnessed a gathering of Chief […]
Nestlé Nigeria to Hold Creating Shared Value Media Workshop
In a bid to improve the understanding and reporting skills of media practitioners, Nestlé Nigeria is set to organize the fourth edition of Creating Shared Value (CSV) Media Workshop. The workshop which will be declared open by the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Nestlé Nigeria, Dharnesh Gordhon, will focus on mainstreaming Nutrition, Water […]
Aliko Dangote, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Tony Elumelu and Others to Star in BET Documentary, Africa Straight Up
BET and Africa.com are joining forces to present Africa Straight Up, an inspiring documentary that goes behind the headlines to delve deep into the rich, complex truths about contemporary Africa. Taking a comprehensive look at the story of Africa and the African diaspora, Africa Straight Up features contributions from businessman Aliko Dangote, economist Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, philanthropist and entrepreneur Mo Ibrahim, entrepreneur […]
Fayrouz L’Original Season 2 Extends Registration Deadline
Organizers of the premium fashion and lifestyle competition, Fayrouz L’Original season 2 have announced that the expression show is now open to fresh graduates, members of the National Youth Service Corps and undergraduates of Nigerian Universities. Registration has also been extended till 9th May, 2015. The competition which kicked off last year, provides a platform […]