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RED is hiring: Change the world now
by Jewel Stephen ORGANISATION OVERVIEW Red Media Africa is a leading media content and Communication Company based in Lagos and London and operates across Africa with a focus on an…
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#Ghana demands recapitalisation of Nigerian owned MSMEs
by Tunji Andrews The Ghanaian Ministry of Trade and Industry has once again moved to force foreign owned medium, small and medium scale enterprises to recapitalise their asset base of…
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@Lanre_Olagunju: How to tackle the unemployment challenge in Africa
by Lanre Olagunju Of all the numerous challenges posing a threat to Africa’s prosperity and well-being, unemployment occupies the lion share. Whether this challenge is causing African leaders sleepless night…
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MTV Base reacts to controversy over ‘Best Naija Tracks’ list
by Isi Esene International music channel, MTV Base has reacted to the debate brewing on social media over the programme aired on Independence Day titled, 'The Best Naija Songs Ever…
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Endowed Ghanaian actress, Joselyn Dumas is in love with Genevieve Nnaji
by Damilola Jagun Ghanaian actress and talk-show host, Joselyn Dumas says she 'absolutely loves' her Nigerian colleague, Genevieve Nnaji. In a recent interview, the endowed actress, who is the face of…
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@Hembuts: Of names, missing the point and African proverbs
by Hemenseter Butu After the death of President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua in 2010, President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan completed his hat-trick of political ascensions. Since then, the chances that a child…
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“@NOIweala is my mentor“: Leading Ladies Africa speaks to @ojomaochai , Director Arts, British Council Nigeria
by Francesca Uriri As the Director Arts, of British Council Nigeria, Ojoma is charged with the responsibility of expanding the reach and growth of the creative industries in Nigeria. She…
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WMD 2014: Mortein Concludes Anti Malaria Campaign in Nigeria, Reaches 50,000 Mothers
by Jewel Stephen Leading insecticide brand from the stable of Reckitt Benckiser, Mortein has successfully concluded its post-2014 World Malaria Day Anti Malaria Campaign in Nigeria during which over…
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#DigitalJobs: @pinigeria and Rockefeller foundation to launch online work campaign in Nigeria
by Damilola Jagun #DigitalJobs, a joint social empowerment project of Paradigm Initiative Nigeria (PIN) and the Rockefeller Foundation, will launch at PIN’s new headquarters on October 2, 2014. The project,…
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The Life House brings 4th edition of Lights, Camera, Africa!!! Film Festival
by Isi Esene The fourth edition of The Life House’s Lights, Camera, Africa!!! Film Festival will run from Friday, September 26 to Nigeria’s Independence Day, October 1 celebrating the nation’s…
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Ebola gets a special envoy: United Nations’ boss appoints David Nabarro
by Kolapo Olapoju Ban Ki-Moon, the United Nation's Secretary General has appointed David Nabarro as the Special Envoy for Ebola, and Anthony Banbury as the Special Representative and Head of…
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It won’t stop! Ebola cases in Africa could be 1.4million by 2015
by Mayowa Aboah Although Nigeria may have succeeded in halting the threat of the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD), the spread of the disease in other places is still on the…
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South Africa may sue T.B. Joshua over collapsed hotel building
by Kolapo Olapoju As a result of the collapsed hotel building in his church premises on 12 September, Prophet T.B. Joshua, the founder of the Synagogue Church of All Nations,…
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“No one is talking HIV anymore! No one is using condoms anymore” – on #WeekendGroove with Damilola Jagun
by Damilola Jagun “The conversation has subsided and the world hasn't stopped.” “The usage has decreased significantly and we are all having jolly steady sexual intercourse. “ HIV and Condoms…
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The Future Africa Awards 2014: Nominees interview series – Samir Ibrahim and Charles Nichols (TFAA Prize in Agriculture)
by Kolapo Olapoju Earning a nomination in 2014's 'The Future Africa Awards Prize in Agriculture', are two bright individuals, Charles Nichols, whose technical genius and Samir Ibrahim's finance and…
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“Only you can stop yourself…” : Leading Ladies Africa speaks to Ebi Atawodi
by Francesca Uriri Very seldom is a person able to have informed opinions on arts, science, culture, technology and marketing all at once, but Ebi Atawodi does; and manages to…
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Nigeria’s foreign policy shows that even a giant can’t go too far
by Adedayo Ademuwagun Last week, Liberian president Ellen Sirleaf wrote to US President Barack Obama to implore the US to help Liberia fight Ebola. She told Obama in the letter,…
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“They tried to induce me” || Zambian minister accuses Dangote Cement of bribery
by Kolapo Olapoju A Zambian labour minister, Fackson Shamenda, has accused an executive at the country's station of Dangote Cement of attempting to bribe him. During a recent tour of…
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#TheYNaijaInterview: Africa is the new China – Billionaire businessman, Ashish J.Thakkar
by Wilfred Okiche Listed by Forbes magazine as Africa’s youngest billionaire, Ashish Thakkar, 33, sits atop the Mara group, a viable business entity with interests in real estate, IT, manufacturing, …
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“I’m a fan, but he doesn’t like me” || Davido talks about Wizkid to Olisa Adibua
by Kolapo Olapoju From all indications, the brewing rivalry between two of Nigeria's best talents, Davido and Wizkid, shows no sign of abating anytime soon. Davido initially told Sahara reporters…
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Warning! This Ebola movie will make you laugh hard… till you cry (WATCH)
by Akan Ido Nollywood will try but we can assure you that even the Nigerian movie industry will find it hard to beat this Ghanaian Ebola 'movie' in sheer tackiness…
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Asa to hold October concert in London [DETAILS]
by Damilola Jagun A week after releasing her critically acclaimed third studio album, Nigerian singer, Asa, has revealed plans to hold a concert for her fans in London. The concert…
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Maxwell Fabilola: Why African culture is superior to Western Culture (Y! Culture)
by Maxwell Fabilola Having read and researched about culture and its development (particularly our languages) for years now, I have come to the conclusion that people have no idea the…
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Goof of life: Business Insider calls ‘DJ Xclusive’ the son of Folorunsho Alakija
by Jewel Stephen Business Insider can be forgiven for thinking DJ Xclusive is the son of Africa's richest woman, Folorunsho Alakija. After all, they share the same surname, and some…
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“I was very lucky”: British Ebola patient beats virus, discharged from hospital
by Isi Esene William Pooley, the first British person to contract the deadly Ebola Virus in West Africa has been discharged from hospital after making a full recovery. The 29-year-old…
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“I want to be remembered for being a light“: Leading Ladies Africa speaks to Gogo Majin
by Fransesca Uriri Musical, creative, and gifted, Gogo Majin talks about her passion for music, fashion and the continuous commitment to being the best version of herself. Original and authentic,…
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Fresh release: P-square and T.I in ‘Ejeajo’ video (WATCH)
by Kolapo Olapoju P-square is back, and they are pulling no punches! The duo, who are one of Africa’s biggest groups has in the past featured American stars like Rick…
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TOO CUTE Ice Prince wants you to meet his grandparents (LOOK)
by Damilola Jagun Ice Prince is an African superstar, but he still remembers his humble roots. The Chocolate city artiste recently shared a photo of himself and his aged…
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Pan African Designers, Osei Duro, Sophie Zinga and Thula Sindi to attend LPM Africa inaugural edition
by Kolapo Olapoju For 5 years, Le Petit Marche – The Little Market, birth in Nigeria to mirror the popular Portobello Market in London has been a shopping favourite since…
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#Ebola: These nations have banned travellers from Ebola-affected countries [DETAILS]
by Kolapo Olapoju Following the Ebola outbreak in the sub-region of West Africa, some countries have began to ward off travellers from the affected nations from coming in. One of…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy