Access Bank’s ‘W’ Initiative supports Nigerian women with free breast cancer screenings

In commemoration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, Access Bank’s ‘W’ Initiative, a flagship women empowerment program, organised a breast cancer awareness campaign for eight weeks, from October 16 – December 12, 2020. The campaign spread awareness about the realities of breast cancer in Nigeria and also created opportunities for Nigerian women to get... Read More

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Access Bank, Access Bank W initiative, Ayona Trimnell

January 5, 2021

Tony Elumelu Foundation 2021: TEF entrepreneurship programme application opens

Africa’s Largest Entrepreneurial Intervention Leads Way on Covid-19 Economic Recovery TEF Targets Over 3,000 SMEs – Dedicated Focus in 2021 on Female Entrepreneurs The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), Africa’s leading philanthropy dedicated to empowering African entrepreneurs, opened applications on its TEFConnect digital platform (www.tefconnect.com) on January 1, 2021. This year’s intervention prioritises the economic recovery of small and... Read More

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TEF, Tony Elumelu, Tony Elumelu Foundation

January 4, 2021

“Distribution companies came with a mindset to siphon money” – Adetayo Adegbemie on Public Eye

On Sunday, January 3rd, 2021, Funmi discussed consumer rights in electricity with Power Up Nigeria founder, Adetayo Adegbemie, the Community Development Association Chairman, Olawale Augustine Olalusi, and former Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) Commissioner – Licensing, Tariff & Market Rules, Eyo O. Ekpo. Nigeria has been battling with providing good electricity to Nigerians for decades.... Read More

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Funmi Iyanda, Public Eye

December 31, 2020

The Worship Playlist: “I lost a baby last year,” Gospel Artist Nosa reveals on #WithChude

In a three-week conversation series titled The Worship Playlist, host of #WithChude and founder of human flourishing company Joy, Inc., Chude Jideonwo, unveiled the vulnerable side of some of the country’s favourite worship leaders. In his one-hour conversation with Chude, Gospel singer Nosa Omoregie made a revelation about losing a child and God’s faithfulness through... Read More

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December 31, 2020

TV Host Biodun Laaro, Co-Founder Farm Crowdy, and other brilliant creatives revisit 2020 on the closing edition of The Hustle #WithChude Special

One of Nigeria’s most talked-about shows of 2020, #WithChude, closes the year with a big send-off featuring a special end of year edition of The Hustle – a TV special event that brings together young people from across industries to have the conversations that truly matter. Hosted by TV Host Biodun Laaro, the special episode... Read More

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the hustle, WithChude

December 29, 2020

Star Radler rewards consumers with special makeover and shopping vouchers for Christmas

It’s Christmas and we believe everyone is feeling pumped and ready to create special moments and have super fun with friends, family, especially that exotic cuisine specially prepared to celebrate the season. Did we get your plan right? We know planning is not the easiest thing to do during the festive period, however, for 10... Read More

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Elozonam, Star Radler

December 22, 2020

Get up to 1.5 Million Nira in the Geely pre-sales offer

The all-new GEELY EMGRAND 7; A car that combines a smooth aerodynamic design, comfort, safety and intuitive control is finally open for grasp. Make a refundable commitment of #200,000 only, for the purchase of every one of GEELY EMGRAND X7; Get #400,000 discount at your purchase point HURRY NOW! THE FIRST 100 CARS SALES COMES... Read More

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Geely

December 22, 2020

Actress, Chinonso Arubayi, reveals how social expectation drove her into depression following her husband’s death

“Society’s attitude towards widows is harmful to women,” Actress, Chinonso Arubayi. In this week’s episode of #WithChude, actress and TV Host, Chinonso Arubayi opened up to host and co-founder of Joy, Inc., Chude Jideonwo about dealing with grief, struggling with social expectations and her faith following the sudden death of her husband, Eric Arubayi. Gospel... Read More

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#WithChude, Chinonso Arubayi, Chude Jideonwo, Eric Arubayi

December 21, 2020

Public Eye: “It’s worse for girls accused of being witches…”- David Etim tells Funmi Iyanda

On Sunday, December 20th, 2020, Funmi discussed the long-standing issue of child witches with the Principal Council, Basic Rights Counsel Initiative (BRCI), Mr James Ibor; lawyer, activist and writer, Dr Leo Igwe; a representative of National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Mrs Amaka Omo; and a survivor, David Etim Otu. Throughout Nigeria, it is common to... Read More

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David Etim, Funmi Iyanda, Public Eye

December 21, 2020

Japan supports Nigeria’s COVID-19 response, co-funds N2.95 billion Unconditional Cash Transfer Project to benefit 39,700 Individuals

As part of its support to the coordinated COVID-19 response in Nigeria, the Government of Japan has launched a series of initiatives aimed at cushioning the socio-economic impact of the pandemic on vulnerable communities –part of which is the Unconditional Cash Transfer Project. The N2.95 billion project, launched in partnership with the UNDP, Federal Government of Nigeria, Lagos and Kano... Read More

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japan, nigeria

December 21, 2020

Fuji music just got the attention it rightly deserves with Fuji: A Opera

by Toluwalope Omoyeni It was the juxtaposition of two unrelated elements – Fuji and opera – that caught not just my eye but all my senses. As a millennial who considers Fuji the most authentic local music genre, I knew I had to show up for this epoch-making event that promised not just music, but... Read More

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December 18, 2020

#ElectHER at one: ‘A New Agender’

It has been one year since ElectHER launched in December 2019 with the goal of bridging inequality gaps in Nigerian politics by addressing the underrepresentation of Nigerian women in elective office through behavioural change communication, skills development, human and financial capital mobilization using an end-to-end approach. Nation building and socio-economic progression cannot be attained without equal representation especially in a country such... Read More

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#ElevtHer

December 17, 2020

#SaveOurFuture needs to be taken to the streets or it is just another hashtag

Where do you begin to make demands with this current administration? Before you close the conversation on insecurity, unemployment cries for help. By the time you open the conversation for an economy that’s not growing, the poverty level begins to tear through your clothes. It is a big circle of problems with the country. We... Read More

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#EndASUUStrike, #SaveOurFuture

December 17, 2020

What’s all the fuss about Detty December?

Amid all the rancour, it is interesting that Nigerians still find a way to have fun. No wonder the country still has the saddest yet happiest people on earth. It could not be anywhere else that you find people trying to ‘forget all their worries’ with different forms of entertainment. 2020 has not been a... Read More

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Detty December, Net Bet

December 17, 2020

#TheWorshipPlaylist: “Wizkid celebrates Fuji culture in his music, keeping the genre alive” – Gospel artiste, Mike Abdul

On this week’s episode of #TheWorshipPlaylist, veteran Fuji gospel artiste, Mike Abdul opens up to host of #TheWorshipPlaylist and founder of Joy, Inc. Chude Jideonwo on how he has maintained his sound and music style despite the decline of the Fuji genre. Mike Abdul said that his ability to recognise and accept the change in... Read More

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#TheWorshipPlaylist, Chude Jideonwo, mike abdul

December 17, 2020

UBA’s Bola Atta Wins Best Corporate Affairs Professional For 2020

Group Head, Corporate Communications, United Bank for Africa, Bola Atta has once again been recognised as the Top Corporate Affairs professional 2020 for the second time in a row, at the 8th Annual Brands & Marketing Conference, organised by Brand Journalist Association of Nigeria. The award ceremony, which was held in Lagos, recently is in recognition... Read More

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Bola Atta, UBA

December 15, 2020

Fuji: A Opera Brings General Ayinla Kollington to Ikoyi | Sets atmosphere for an era-defining movement

For a long time we have been champions of the Fuji cause and the day we have set aside to showcase Fuji like never before, is finally here – the Fuji: A Opera week, a showcase which promises to become a cultural landmark and a standard for any event of this kind. General Ayinla Kollington,... Read More

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Bobo Omotayo, Chief Ayinde Sikiru, FUJI: A Opera

December 14, 2020

How to request for information using the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIAct)

“#SoroSoke generation? You will need this as you apply pressure & demand accountability in governance. YMonitor has created a 10-step guide that can be a reference towards helping you know the process of requesting information – using the FOIAct from public institutions in NigeriaTo download a copy here.

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FOIAct, Freedom of Information Act, YMonitor

December 14, 2020

African PR and Tech Company Plaqad to launch first of its kind global communications platform

Affordable Solution Automates Entire Marketing Campaign Workflow, Opens Up Access to Quality Tools and Talent Plaqad, a marketing and public relations software company, is set to release a proprietary marketing platform that lets brands advance an affordable, data-driven campaign from start to finish. The platform, which automates the entire campaign workflow, gives users the ability... Read More

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BHM Group, Plaqad

December 14, 2020

“I have to smile through every performance while secretly crying myself to sleep” – Comedian, Chioma ‘Chigul’ Omeruah tells #WithChude

On this week’s episode of #WithChude, comedian, singer and actress, Chioma ‘Chigul’ Omeruah opens up to host and founder of Joy Inc., Chude Jideonwo, about her long battle with depression and the steps she took to find herself once again despite the happenings in her life. Speaking about her experiences as a performer in the... Read More

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#WithChude, Chigurl, Chioma ‘Chigul’ Omeruah, Chude Jideonwo

December 13, 2020

University of Sussex to hold seminar on in Data Science or Artificial Intelligence

University of Sussex, UK’s leading research institutions will tomorrow, Monday, 14th December, 2020 hold a seminar titled ‘Launching your career in Data Science or Artificial Intelligence.’ The webinar which will be delivered by renowned academics such as Dr. Julie Weeds, Lecturer in Computer Science (Informatics), Prof. Enrico Scalas, Professor of Statistics & Probability (Mathematics), and... Read More

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Dr. Ian Mackie, Dr. Julie Weeds, Prof. Enrico Scalas, University of Sussex

December 12, 2020

SBI Media Workshop delights Nigerian Youth with Industry Knowledge

There is a shift from previous generations, as youth all over the world now desire more from life than mundane careers and unfulfilling work environments and culture. However, the odds are stacked against the average young person in Nigeria. Grappling with issues of unemployment and a significant knowledge gap, the Nigerian youth, in any case,... Read More

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SBI Media

December 11, 2020

Òlòtūré, Money Heist, Love Is Blind – What Nigerians watched on Netflix in 2020

It’s been a tumultuous year, filled with uncertainty, social distancing, lockdowns and travel restrictions with Nigerians finding ways to escape, travel and connect to the real world. And What We Watched 2020 – this year’s Nigeria viewing trends on Netflix – reflects those highs and lows. This year, Nigerians watched more than triple the amount... Read More

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December 11, 2020

All the looks from Arise Fashion Week Day 1

Arise Fashion Week has returned but not without some noteworthy changes. The continent’s most prominent fashion show has had to adapt amid the coronavirus pandemic by going virtual and streaming to a global audience across multiple platforms. This means you can still be a part of the fashion frenzy and performances by some of Africa’s... Read More

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December 11, 2020

ARM boosts healthcare facility in Lagos with donations to Onikan Health Centre

Asset & Resource Management Holding Company (ARM) has given a boost to healthcare facility in Lagos State with the renovation and donation of a set of laboratory equipment to the Outpatient Health Centre in Onikan. The facelift to the hospital facility built in the ’60s according to ARM was in line with its Corporate Social... Read More

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arm, Wakezhi Abama

December 11, 2020

The Tony Elumelu Foundation and European Union partner to transform economic empowerment of African Women

European Union joins growing list of international TEF partners driving entrepreneurship development Joint partnership to empower 2,500 women from 54 African countries The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), Africa’s leading philanthropy committed to empowering young African entrepreneurs, has announced a partnership with the European Union to identify, train, mentor and fund 2,500 young African women entrepreneurs... Read More

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EU, European Union, Tony Elumelu, Tony Elumelu Foundation

December 11, 2020

UBA gets double honours at BAFI Awards … Wins Best Bank of the Year, International Bank of the Year

Pan-African financial institution, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, carted two highly coveted laurels at the BusinessDay’s Bank and other Financial Institutions Awards (BAFI) winning the Bank of the Year and the International Bank of the Year at the glamorous event held over the weekend. The bank beat other strong contenders – Zenith Bank, Guaranty... Read More

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UBA

December 11, 2020

OAU set to organize the biggest virtual entrepreneurship event in Africa

For the fourth consecutive time, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife would join a host of world-class universities in organising a HultPrize On-campus Event that would produce ideas that would compete on a global stage. Last year, the organising community broke records by organising the bigger entrepreneurship event OAU campus had ever seen. This year’s team has... Read More

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HultPrize, oau

December 10, 2020

Here’s why the DStv Explora is the perfect festive present for you

If you’ve ever gotten your food burnt because you couldn’t drag yourself away from the TV screen in the middle of your favourite show or you’ve missed your team’s most important match of the season because you’re stuck in Lagos traffic, you’d understand why the DStv Explora is the perfect present to gift yourself or... Read More

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DStv Explora

December 10, 2020

UNDP and FCTA launch Unconditional Cash Transfer Project for vulnerable households, MSMEs and informal businesses in Abuja

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), has launched an Unconditional Cash Transfer project targeting the poor and vulnerable in the FCT, with a specific focus on women and youth. With a total contribution of N264,499,200 million (equivalent to US $694,679.43), the project seeks to alleviate the socio-economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on beneficiaries and strengthen the resilience of communities in council areas across the FCT. 15,253 individual households in key hotspot areas across the FCT will benefit from the UNDP cash transfers, while... Read More

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FCTA, UNDP

Access Bank’s ‘W’ Initiative supports Nigerian women with free breast cancer screenings

Tony Elumelu Foundation 2021: TEF entrepreneurship programme application opens

“Distribution companies came with a mindset to siphon money” – Adetayo Adegbemie on Public Eye

The Worship Playlist: “I lost a baby last year,” Gospel Artist Nosa reveals on #WithChude

TV Host Biodun Laaro, Co-Founder Farm Crowdy, and other brilliant creatives revisit 2020 on the closing edition of The Hustle #WithChude Special

Star Radler rewards consumers with special makeover and shopping vouchers for Christmas

Get up to 1.5 Million Nira in the Geely pre-sales offer

Actress, Chinonso Arubayi, reveals how social expectation drove her into depression following her husband’s death

Public Eye: “It’s worse for girls accused of being witches…”- David Etim tells Funmi Iyanda

Japan supports Nigeria’s COVID-19 response, co-funds N2.95 billion Unconditional Cash Transfer Project to benefit 39,700 Individuals

Fuji music just got the attention it rightly deserves with Fuji: A Opera

#ElectHER at one: ‘A New Agender’

#SaveOurFuture needs to be taken to the streets or it is just another hashtag

What’s all the fuss about Detty December?

#TheWorshipPlaylist: “Wizkid celebrates Fuji culture in his music, keeping the genre alive” – Gospel artiste, Mike Abdul

UBA’s Bola Atta Wins Best Corporate Affairs Professional For 2020

Fuji: A Opera Brings General Ayinla Kollington to Ikoyi | Sets atmosphere for an era-defining movement

How to request for information using the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIAct)

African PR and Tech Company Plaqad to launch first of its kind global communications platform

“I have to smile through every performance while secretly crying myself to sleep” – Comedian, Chioma ‘Chigul’ Omeruah tells #WithChude

University of Sussex to hold seminar on in Data Science or Artificial Intelligence

SBI Media Workshop delights Nigerian Youth with Industry Knowledge

Òlòtūré, Money Heist, Love Is Blind – What Nigerians watched on Netflix in 2020

All the looks from Arise Fashion Week Day 1

ARM boosts healthcare facility in Lagos with donations to Onikan Health Centre

The Tony Elumelu Foundation and European Union partner to transform economic empowerment of African Women

UBA gets double honours at BAFI Awards … Wins Best Bank of the Year, International Bank of the Year

OAU set to organize the biggest virtual entrepreneurship event in Africa

Here’s why the DStv Explora is the perfect festive present for you

UNDP and FCTA launch Unconditional Cash Transfer Project for vulnerable households, MSMEs and informal businesses in Abuja

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