“Audiences are evolving, things are changing,” – Oke Umurhohwo These ‘forced’ changes should not be an excuse to sit back and enjoy the ride, it is actually the time for people with ideas to become entrepreneurs. Fortunately, there are people who understand this and have gone ahead with their endeavours, the new normal way and...
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Besides its prominence as an essential channel of communication with people of diverse backgrounds, Twitter has become a handy tool for most people to let the world hear their voice, especially as a platform to rant and vent out grievances. This makes it evident that the more controversial a topic may be, the more likely...
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by Kara C. Words seem to be more expensive these days. Or at least it’s harder to find the right ones. The answer to “How’re you holding up?” might be a quick “OK” or “Alright and how about you?” You could tell the truth, but that’s pricey. And if your time is limited, you might...
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Just a few weeks ago, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome of Believer’s Love World went on the offensive. He accused the Nigerian government of conceding into international pressure to enforce a lock down and ban religious gatherings because the ‘Anti-christ’ wanted to install 5G towers in the country. He also suggested there was a direct correlation between...
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Since the first case of Coronavirus was recorded in Lagos, Nigeria on the 28th of February, many have looked to religious institutions for comfort and guidance. The church in Nigeria has responded in a myriad of ways with some religious leaders supporting the initiatives of the government to promote social distancing and other religious leaders...
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As Nigerians gradually return to work, and organizations face the uncertainties of work restrictions and curfews in major cities across the country, Debola Williams, CEO RED | For Africa stated in an announcement made on the 4th of May, 2020, that companies have a lot to gain from working from home in this season. The...
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Yesterday, 256 Nigerians who were evacuated from the United Arab Emirates UAE have arrived following the coronavirus pandemic. The federal government has since announced that it was finalizing arrangements with some aircraft to evacuate Nigerians stuck in countries hit by the coronavirus. The chartered aircraft that conveyed the 256 Nigerians touched down the Murtala Mohammed International...
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There is anxiety in Hadejia Local Government Area of Jigawa, following the mysterious death of over 100 persons. The victims were suspected to have died from complications related to COVID-19. News of the deaths in Jigawa came as chairman of Kano State chapter of the Nigeria Medical Association, NMA, Dr. Sunusi Muhammad Bala, said yesterday...
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Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: 1. We are not ready to discuss how Igbo babes legit...
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Recorded cases of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) have continued to increase and nearing 3,000 as of Wednesday, May 6. Amid this was a report of the death of over 500 residents of Kano that shook the country. Almost everyone thinks it is linked to the pandemic. But the State government said preliminary investigations into the...
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Dare to Inspire (DTI), an initiative set up to empower, enlighten and elevate young (Muslim) women presents her fourth Annual Mentoring Session scheduled to take place on May 16th 2020. This year’s session like the previous editions will provide platform for young women to discuss contemporary topics affecting today’s women. However, unlike the other editions,...
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Leading building materials and cement maker, Lafarge Africa, has deployed a N500million intervention fund to provide medical infrastructure, food and essential medications to its host communities in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. In the first phase of its intervention, Lafarge Africa converted two of its facilities in Sagamu and Ashaka to be used as...
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Musings from behind the Pashmina Veil Many find it uncomfortable to be with every part of who they are. That includes me. You see, e don tey wey e be say I don dey avoid myself [1]. Make I explain [2]. I look within, into the watered mirror that reflects my most dominant self No matter the...
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Branding, Communications, Strategy. Put those words in one place and you know you are on your way to winning the hearts of customers and ensuring loyal customers stay loyal. Indeed, Corporate communicators play a key role in how investors, employees and the general public perceive a company. We know this and this is why ‘Share...
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There is a difference drawing inspiration from another artist’s work, and straight up plaigarising it for your own benefit. This is a long-standing debate in the creative arts industry, especially in the visual arts where imitation can dilute an artist’s brand and lose them valuable coins. ThankGod Omori, better known by his stage moniker TG...
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If you have been following the global news, then you know Island nation Madagascar has been getting a lot of press for their herbal remedy, which they report has helped them achieve near miraculous recovery reports (about 90% recoveries and no deaths). This is in complete contrast to Nigeria, which will cross 3000 confirmed cases...
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Osagie Ehanire has revealed the drug used in treating coronavirus patients in Nigeria. Addressing members of the House of Representatives yesterday, the Health Minister said Remdesivir is being used to treat patients with the novel respiratory virus. The minister said the drug which was originally developed as a potential treatment for Ebola, is one of...
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Nigerians on social media today are celebrating the memory of a former president, Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, who died in office on this day, ten years ago. The two-time Katsina Governor is revered by most Nigerians as the best President by far since the return to multi-party democracy in 1999. He was the second civilian president...
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Perhaps the last headline you or anyone for that matter will want to read in these uncertain times is “CDC confirms COVID-19 testing kits are contaminated with COVID-19.” What could beat the knowledge that chances are some of the people who have come down with the novel coronavirus might have gotten the disease from the...
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Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: 1. Cant wait for my bluetooth earphones to get here so...
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by Ore Fakorede We’re under a substantial amount of mental strain that stems from limited physical social interaction and outdoor experiences, being forced out of our familiar routines, the pressure of a frightening reality that we can’t numb our way through and the daily reminders of an uncertain future. It’s dangerous then to assume that...
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Customer-centric telecoms company, 9mobile, has committed to providing airtime and data 24/7 through its online and virtual channels, during this period of lockdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic so that its customers can stay safe and connected with their families, loved ones and their business associates. 9mobile is bridging this gap through its unique way...
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Something is underfoot in the Nigerian senate. In an unprecedented move for a legislature that is notorious for dragging its feet on bills like the Gender Equality Bill and the Sexual Harassment Bills for universities, the senate breezed through first and second readings for an Infectious Diseases Bill that grants the federal government, among other...
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The Federal Government has revealed that it plans to disinfect and decontamination of schools nationwide. Muhammad Mahmood, the Minister of Environment disclosed this at the Presidential Task Force briefing on COVID-19 in Abuja. He said the Federal Ministry of Environment would get the data of schools nationwide from the Federal Ministry of Education before commencing....
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Netflix today announced the introduction of a Made in Africa collection – a curated list of African series, films and documentaries – to celebrate Africa Month and demonstrate Netflix’s commitment to Africa and the African creative community. The collection is available globally at netflix.com/madeinafrica (or can be found on Netflix by searching ‘Made in Africa’...
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We had problems pre-pandemic and it seemed like all our other problems disappeared immediately the pandemic became a more worrisome issue. In a discourse with Rubbin’ Minds host, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Dr Pedro Alonso stated that Africa would be facing a major disaster if we shift too much attention away from the fact that malaria is...
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Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers has announced a reward of 100,000 naira for any whistleblower that gives information on any person that violates these directives in the state. This includes those who don’t wear face mask in public gatherings of more than 2 people, and hotels and beer parlor still in operation and also overloaded...
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Every day on the Nigerian internet, there are people who keep our eyes glued to our phone screens as we read their rants, opinions, perspectives on political and social issues, etc. Sometimes, they are just downright ridiculous. Here are the ones we saw today: 1. LMAO People are buying masks in traffic AND THEY ARE...
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The Lagos-based startup has, over the past 36 months, built a reputation of providing marketers with the people, products and platforms they need to effectively connect with customers. Through its online platform, Plaqad facilitates seamless collaboration between social media influencers, content creators, and owners of media inventories, and brands looking to engage consumers and reach...
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Following the coronavirus pandemic and its economic effect on businesses across the world, business owners and leaders of organizations are obligated to make responsible decisions to keep their companies afloat. Access Bank plc recently announced the possibility of salary restructuring across the institution as a result of the impact of COVID-19. Since the pandemic, businesses...
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