British billionaire, Sir Richard Branson has revealed some of the damage wrecked on his luxury island resort Necker Island by Hurricane Irma which passed through the Caribbean last week. He has therefore travelled to Puerto Rico to mobilise aid efforts for the British Virgin Islands and the Caribbean. “I have never seen anything like this... Read More

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April 22, 2017

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Playtime is over: Here’s a peek into Obama’s working schedule for the coming month

Holiday is about to be over for Mr Barack Obama (does it not feel weird referring to our favourite POTUS as some Mr?). The 44th President of the United States has been under the political radar since the inauguration of Donald Trump on January 20. He and wife, Michelle have taken vacation trips from California... Read More

Thinking Through

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August 26, 2016

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I thought I was going to die | Billionaire Richard Branson escapes death (PHOTOS)

British billionaire Richard Branson on Friday shared a near-death experience he had a couple of days ago. According to the founder of the Virgin Group, his “life flashed before his eyes” when his motorbike had an accident. In a statement published on the Virgin website, Brandon said, “A couple of nights ago I went cycling... Read More

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September 11, 2014

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Anonyuo Anselem: This one’s for them unfeeling Lecturers (30 days, 30 voices)

by Anonyuo Anselem I once heard that giving up is a weak act, meaning we all have to try over and over again when we fail. My convictions were based on the principle; “when there is life, there is hope”. According to Donald Trump, “sometimes by losing a battle you find a new way to... Read More

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January 27, 2014

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Opinion: The anti-gay law is a common sense issue

by Peace Peter So what do Nigerians expect the role of government to be in their lives? According to numerous polls conducted, over 98% of Nigerians are in support of anti-homosexuality law. Nigerians expect that government, as the institution elected by the people to serve the people, must enact laws that reflect the values that... Read More

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July 4, 2013

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Inside Richard Branson’s £40,000 a night Necker Island

Set in the Caribbean, Richard Branson’s holiday home Necker Island is a by-word for luxury and has played host to a vast array of A-list celebrities and royalty. But the 74-acre paradise was severely damaged in a 2011 fire that devastated the island’s Great House. Two years later, Branson has announced the extensive restructure of... Read More

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May 15, 2013

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8 key things really successful people do

by Kevin Daum Establish a bare minimum for your material needs, and then you can enjoy the benefits of success, debt and stress free. Most people claim to want success. But not everyone is willing to do the hard work and the smart work to get there. Often opportunities present themselves and because people are... Read More

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April 21, 2013

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Chelsea owner, Roman Abramovich slides to No. 5 on Britain’s top rich list, see Top 10

Russian businessman Alisher Usmanov has topped the Sunday Times ranking of the wealthiest people in Britain and Ireland with a fortune of £13.3bn. The Surrey-based tycoon, 59, who has a 30% stake in Arsenal football club, owns iron ore producer Metalloinvest. Warner Music’s Len Blavatnik comes next in the 25th annual list with £11bn but... Read More

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March 12, 2013

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8 business principles that never go out of style

by Jeff Haden Some business principles come and go. A company I worked for started so many game-changing transformational programs and then, like a disgraced member of the Politburo, quickly abandoned and airbrushed them out of our corporate history so we could start yet another “business-critical” program that would be abandoned. We referred to them as the “acronym... Read More

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September 10, 2012

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“I am bigger than Richard Branson” – Top 10 craziest quotes by Jimoh Ibrahim

by Stanley Azuakola Jimoh Ibrahim is all the rage in Nigerian social media circles these days. And why not? Arguably, the most controversial businessman in the land, Ibrahim recently suspended the operations of both the Newswatch magazine and Air Nigeria. Apart from his legendary business closing abilities, perhaps the most distinctive thing about Ibrahim is... Read More

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August 22, 2012

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Pat Utomi: “Before someone says the same thing to Gbenga Sesan, Chude Jideonwo and others”

The generation that left town provoked an opportunity to put straight the blame for my generation. Richard Branson is one of the world’s most highly regarded entrepreneurs. His call can colour a lot of judgment in making investment choices. He recently gave a verdict on Nigeria, especially its leaders. As if the effects of... Read More

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December 12, 2011

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Lady Gaga, Don Jazzy and Richard Branson speak in this week’s Soundbites!

Compiled by ‘Ifreke Inyang Who said what last week? “Like everyone else in society, gay people have an enormous amount to offer and Nigeria should embrace them not prosecute them.” -Richard Branson. “If I had the money today, I’d put it on Neymar. You can’t say that Neymar is Pele as he had won the World Cup by... Read More

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Richard Branson laments damage caused by Hurricane Irma on his island

Playtime is over: Here’s a peek into Obama’s working schedule for the coming month

I thought I was going to die | Billionaire Richard Branson escapes death (PHOTOS)

Anonyuo Anselem: This one’s for them unfeeling Lecturers (30 days, 30 voices)

Opinion: The anti-gay law is a common sense issue

Inside Richard Branson’s £40,000 a night Necker Island

8 key things really successful people do

Chelsea owner, Roman Abramovich slides to No. 5 on Britain’s top rich list, see Top 10

8 business principles that never go out of style

“I am bigger than Richard Branson” – Top 10 craziest quotes by Jimoh Ibrahim

Pat Utomi: “Before someone says the same thing to Gbenga Sesan, Chude Jideonwo and others”

Lady Gaga, Don Jazzy and Richard Branson speak in this week’s Soundbites!

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