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The Eastern Nigeria International Film Festival (ENIFF) 2020 kicks off this week and here’s how you can join
All is set for the inaugural edition of Eastern Nigeria International Film Festival (ENIFF). November 4 – 7, 2020. Registration is completely FREE, register at www.eniff.org/register
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My dreaded story with the Nigerian Police Force | Part one
“I’m a pretty lucky guy.” The police are your friend. Well, at least that's what every Nigrian is told, however, I can confidently tell you that the police can indeed…
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‘I was arrested multiple times for fraud,’ Toyin Subair, HiTV founder tells #WithChude
On this week’s episode of #WithChude, Media and Entertainment entrepreneur and investor, Toyin Subair, opens up to host and founder of Joy, Inc., Chude Jideonwo, about his trying journey, the…
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Nollywood filmmaker charges producers to churn out constructive content
Nigerian filmmaker, Adekunle “Nodash” Adejuyigbe has cautioned producers to be wary of the kind of content they dish out to the public because human behaviour is always consistent with information…
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Funmi Iyanda’s ‘Public Eye’ debuts on Television this Sunday
Nigeria is bleeding. The nation is on the precipice of a revolution sparked by outrage and pain. How do we make sense of everything that is happening? Where do we…
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“People who were not even interested in the protests sent me threats” – Amara the Lesbian reveals on #WithChude
On the final episode of a weeklong special series of #WithChude, documenting the #EndSARS protests, YouTuber and outspoken queer activist, Amara the Lesbian, opened up to host and founder of…
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“Their conscience should be seared by now” | Activist, Maureen Kabrik on the government’s approach to the #EndSARS protests
On yet another episode in the special edition series of #WithChude, long-term activist, Maureen Kabrik, revealed the nature of the #EndSARS protests which held peacefully across many states until suspected…
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Future Africa founder, Iyin Aboyeji, talks about his entrepreneurial journey; features on Forbes Africa cover
Future Africa founder, Iyin Aboyeji is on the cover for Forbes Africa’s ‘The New Tycoons’ edition, as part of the magazine’s latest cover story featuring a trio of change-makers creating…
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U.S. Consulate announces application for 2020 Academy for Women Entrepreneurs
The United States Consulate General in Lagos on Monday announced a call for applications for the 2020 Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE), a U.S. Government initiative that supports women entrepreneurs…
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“Of the 22 patients I had, one was a little boy” | Filmmaker, Innocent Udeh recounts October 20, 2020 experience on #WithChude
On this week's episode of #WithChude, renowned filmmaker, Innocent Chukwuma Udeh popularly known as 'OneSoul', shared his experience on the active role he played on that traumatic night at the…
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“They have gotten the government where they wanted them to be” – Aisha Yesufu, #EndSARS Activist tells Chude Jideonwo on #WithChude
On this week’s episode of the #EndSARS special edition of #WithChude interviews, prominent #EndSARS activist, Aisha Yesufu, shared with show host and founder of Joy, Inc., Chude Jideonwo, her expectations…
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A statement from the coalition of protests groups across Lagos and Nigeria
Following the nationwide address from President Muhammadu Buhari Thursday, October 22, 2020, we are more resolved to press not just for justice but for a new and better Nigeria where…
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‘There is no stopping us’ | Rinu, activist and #EndSARS protester tells #WithChude
On the second episode of this week’s #EndSARS special edition series of #WithChude interviews, activist Oduala Olorunrinu, popularly known as Rinu, shared with show host and founder of Joy, Inc.,…
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‘Release them, they did nothing wrong!’ Cries Mother of the late Jimoh Isiaka
On this week’s episode of #WithChude, the parents of Jimoh Isiaka, who was murdered without cause by armed men of the Nigerian Police Force during the #EndSARS protest in Ogbomoso,…
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“You’re only as important as the position you occupy” || Reuben Abati reveals how power slipped from Goodluck Jonathan
On this week’s episode of #WithChude, former Presidential Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Rueben Abati, opened up to host and founder of Joy, Inc., Chude Jideonwo about the fickleness…
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Adebola Williams CEO of RED | For Africa, to speak at the Misk Global Forum 2020
In commemoration of the fifth anniversary of the Misk Global Forum, co-founder and CEO of RED | For Africa, Adebola Williams will be a speaker at this year’s virtual forum…
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Samson Itodo awarded a scholarship to study at the University of Oxford
Yiaga Africa’s Executive Director, Samson Itodo, has been awarded a scholarship by the Africa Oxford Initiative to study Masters of Public Policy at the prestigious University of Oxford Blavatnik School…
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Super Eagles continue to stun with brilliant Jersey designs
The Super Eagles may have delivered uninspiring performances in their recent international friendly matches against Algeria and Tunisia, but they did sparkle with their jerseys. The Nigerian team was…
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Statecraft Inc. presents Public-Private Partnership meeting with Minister Sadiya Umar Faruq Business and Civil Society Leaders in Lagos
State Craft Inc, Africa’s foremost full-service governance consulting firm with expertise in strategic government relations and communication, elections, citizen engagement, policy development and implementation recently held a cross-sector roundtable with…
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15 abortions, one failed marriage | Relationship coach and therapist Lara Kudayisi tells her story on #WithChude
On this week’s episode of #WithChude, author, therapist, and relationship coach, Lara Kudayisi opened up to host and founder of Joy, Inc., Chude Jideonwo about the trying journey that inspired…
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Fresh off #EndSARS protest, Toke Makinwa unveiled as host for The Future Awards Africa 2020; themed ‘The Age of Revolution’
For its first ever TV and Virtual event, The Future Awards Africa (TFAA) has announced on-air personality and one of Africa’s biggest social influencers, Toke Makinwa as host for the…
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Aisha Yesufu blows hot on Security agents
Co-founder of the Bring Back Our Girls (BBOG) Movement, Aisha Yesufu has called out Security agents over incessant killings and abduction of innocent Nigerians. She made this known during the…
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#OndoDecides2020: YIAGA Africa calls INEC’s attention to notorious blind spots known for rigging in riverine areas
It's hours to the October 10, Ondo Governorship Election and expectations are high on not just the outcome of the polls but the process leading to same. For any true…
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“It takes a toll on you” | Former #BBNaija housemate, Erica reveals cost of the show on her mental health
On this week’s episode of #WithChude, former Big Brother Naija housemate, Erica Nlewedim sat down with host, Chude Jideonwo to revisit her experience on the show. Recounting the dramatic explosion…
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Wema Bank Hackaholics 2.0 is set to break another ground in Q4
It is no news that the advancement of technology in banking and finance has brought about innovations which will positively impact the future of banking. Truth be told, technology has…
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LagosMums 7th Annual Parenting Conference
Save the date for the LagosMums 7th Annual Parenting Conference. The theme this year is Gen Z - Growth and Grit! We are excited to be bringing you the 7th…
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COVID-19: Minister Sadiya Umar Faruq convenes roundtable to address impact of pandemic on vulnerable communities
The Honourable Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Sadiya Umar Faruq met with leaders in the business and development sector in Lagos at a roundtable with the…
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From Play Network Studios Comes the Remake of ’’Rattlesnake: The Ahanna Story’’ a 1995 Nollywood Classic
Once upon a time, there was a boy called Ahanna. After his father passed away, he joined a gang of robbers to escape the constant family troubles that befell him.…
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Excerpts from Devil’s Pawn by Kukogho Iruesiri Samson | YNaija #SaturdaySpecial
If you follow @farafinabooks on Twitter, you might have seen the tweets they made releasing this book’s cover and blurb as well as a mini competition where the title of…
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Top 5 Stories From #PCOSWithMedplus Showing The Importance Of Health Awareness Campaigns
Using the hashtag, #PCOSWithMedplus, Nigeria’s leading health and beauty retail pharmaceutical chain, Medplus Pharmacy reached out to audiences to share their stories with PCOS and its relevant symptoms, from irregular…
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