The Late 5: INEC declares PDP’s Sekibo winner of Rivers East Senatorial election; Adeleke appeals court judgment | Other stories

Here are the stories that drove conversation today: Buhari visits Jordan, Dubai for economic summits President Muhammadu Buhari will attend the World Economic Forum holding in Jordan and the Investment Summit scheduled to hold in Dubai. According to a statement issued by the Presidency and available on its verified Twitter handle, Buhari would be accompanied... Read More

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March 23, 2019

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RED | For Africa CEO, Adebola Williams, is hosted by Young Global Leaders in Nigeria

Adebola Williams, the chief executive officer of RED and newly-selected Young Global Leaders nominee, was recently hosted to a dinner event at the Capital Club, Lagos by the Young Global Leaders based in Nigeria. Personalities present to celebrate the announcement by the World Economic Forum include media entrepreneur, Biola Alabi; CEO, ACT Foundation, Osayi Alile;... Read More

We didn’t think we needed a picture of Naomi Campbell and Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala together but now we do

We didn’t realise that supermodel Naomi Campbell is a huge fan of economist Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala. At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland and over a beautiful dinner, Campbell shared a photo of both of them on her Instagram on Sunday, with a string of praise for the globally acclaimed economist. View this post... Read More

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January 18, 2019

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Global Shapers Community, Lagos Hub unveils ‘Vote for Nigeria’ campaign

The Global Shapers Community, Lagos Hub – an initiative of the World Economic Forum focused on driving dialogue, action and change in their community, has unveiled a ‘Vote for Nigeria’ campaign aimed at galvanizing Nigerians to participate in the 2019 general elections. The campaign, which is making a case for Nigerians all over the country... Read More

FG to launch economic recovery plan in February – Osinbajo

Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo says the Federal Government cannot afford to float the Naira at the moment. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland on Wednesday, Osinbajo said the government will launch its economic recovery plan in February. “We would formally launch the four-year economic recovery approved plan in mid-February,” he said. “We’ve... Read More

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Davos, Economic recovery plan, float, Forex, naira, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, World Economic Forum

January 18, 2017

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VP Yemi Osinbajo at World Economic Forum in Davos (PHOTOS)

Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo is currently in Davos, Switzerland for the World Economic Forum. Osinbajo, who is the head of Nigeria’s delegation to the summit was part of a CNBC live panel on Building Africa, comprising President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and others. The Vice President also held sessions with the Business Interaction Group. Those... Read More

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Davos, photos, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, World Economic Forum

October 6, 2016

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Reno Omokri: Between President Buhari and Peter Obi

Did you listen to our President’s broadcast to the nation on October 1st? If you listened to it objectively you must by be wondering if the President and his advisers live in a parallel Nigeria that you can only access from a spiritual portal at Aso Rock Presidential Villa. Somebody ought to tell President Muhammadu... Read More

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May 13, 2014

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“These are our daughters and we have to get them back” – Okonjo-Iweala speaks to Yahoo! News Katie Couric (READ)

by Isi Esene Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Finance Minister and Coordinator of the Nigerian Economy as spoken about the callous abduction of over 230 girls kidnapped by the Boko Haram Islamic sect in Chibok, Borno State on April 14 saying the international community must support Nigeria in its efforts to bring the girls back safe.... Read More

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May 9, 2014

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Opinion: The World Economic Forum is not what you imagine

by Tami Hultman If the Africa version of the Geneva-based World Economic Forum(WEF) – best known for its annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland – was ever an elite enclave where deals get done in splendid isolation from the realities most of us face, it isn’t anymore. This year’s theme is inclusive growth and job creation The... Read More

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May 7, 2014

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It’s official! SEPLAT named World Economic Forum global growth company

by Zara Mustapha The World Economic Forum has named SEPLAT Petroleum Development Company Plc. a global growth company. With this recognition, SEPLAT joins a vibrant community of the world’s most dynamic, influential and high-growth companies. Companies are judged on their compliance with set criteria: growth, global corporate citizenship, executive leadership and impact on the competitive... Read More

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May 6, 2014

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Chude Jideonwo: My country, the schizophrenic Nigeria

by Chude Jideonwo At the same time I sit on the board of Enough is Enough Nigeria, which is passionately, angrily demanding that the world cancels the World Economic Forum on Africa to send a message to our lethargic president that he must find the 234 girls who have been missing for 18 days, and stop the... Read More

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January 24, 2014

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Timi Dakolo, Nigeria’s King of Soul, wows at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland (PHOTOS)

by Oge Okonkwo Timi Dakolo performed at the Nigerian Soiree at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland which took place on January 23, 2014. Present at the event included President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, Nigeria’s Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein; Fidelia Njeze, Aliko Dangote , Tony Elumelu, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT); ... Read More

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August 17, 2013

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Opinion: Is the Nigerian economy deadlocked?

by Salim Salihu Muhammed No doubt, Nigeria is making progress in industrial growth, the absence of infrastructure to complement the concerted efforts of attracted investments is slowing down employment opportunities that abounds the ever increasing work force. Many countries over the world, including “third world countries” had had one plausible transformation stride or the other,... Read More

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May 15, 2013

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Japheth Omojuwa: Africa Rising and the new trade conversation (Y! FrontPage)

by Japheth Omojuwa Africa’s development will always be limited by its foundation. There would be no development without the right infrastructure to drive it. Is Africa truly rising? It depends on where you are looking at it from. If you look at it from where we used to be then you’d say we are indeed... Read More

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May 8, 2013

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Japheth Omojuwa: Shaping Africa’s prosperity from within (Y! FrontPage)

The other thing that struck and impressed me was the fact that young people from across the continent agreed that when you give the average Nigerian enough support, you’d make millionaires of its many people. It will be one of the least reported parts of the World Economic Forum for Africa sessions holding in Cape... Read More

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May 1, 2013

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Japheth Omojuwa: Governance in Nigeria and its many distractions (Y! FrontPage)

More than any nation in the world, we should know that our government only knows how to fail at doing business on behalf of the people. It is not enough that Nigerians are desperate to feel the essence of democracy beyond excuses and promises, they now have to watch those at the helm show little... Read More

japheth omojuwa, NEPA, Nigeria Airways, NITEL, Owoeye Azazi, Rotimi Amaechi, World Economic Forum, Y! Frontpage

March 27, 2013

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“We are inspired to do even more” – Tara Fela-Durotoye on being selected as Young Global Leader, announces 100 Voices project

by Rachel Ogbu Nigerian makeup entrepreneur, Tara Fela-Durotoye was recently named Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum. The honour was awarded to her based on her professional accomplishments and commitment to society, alongside 198 other professionals from 70 countries. The CEO of House of Tara, registered makeover outfit, Fela-Durotoye expressed gratitude through a... Read More

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March 15, 2013

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Cobhams Asuquo, Tara Fela-Durotoye, Alex Okosi, 3 other young Nigerians honoured by World Economic Forum

by Rachel Ogbu Recently, the World Economic Forum honoured 199 young leaders from 70 countries for their professional accomplishments and commitment to society. Among the 70, six were Nigerians and according to a report the Young Global Leaders (YGL) Class of 2013 is made up of honourees representing all sectors of society. 50 percent was taken... Read More

Alex Okosi, Amy Jadesimi, Cobhams Asuquo, Fela Durotoye, Ndubuisi Ekekwe, Ola Orekunrin, World Economic Forum

March 1, 2013

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Zainab Sandah: Educating the Nigerian child: Who’s responsible?

by Zainab Sandah The biggest factor attributable to the failure of both international and local intervention schemes is government at the state level; they – state governors – have not, so far, fulfilled the conditions of the schemes… ‘Zainab, you are wasting your time, I’m sure you’ve seen the statistics.’ My good friend Frank said... Read More

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September 16, 2012

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Ebuka Obi-Uchendu: Where is Nigeria? (YNaija Frontpage)

… At that point it started to feel like I probably preferred the many Chinese locals who hadn’t heard of Nigeria before. At least I could sell the country as whatever I wanted. The ones I met at the forum knew Nigeria too well and knew all the sides that made me sad. “Where is... Read More

CHinese Village, Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, Tour Guide, World Economic Forum

May 20, 2012

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Ebuka Obi-Uchendu: Demystifying government (YNaija FrontPage)

It was good to see how human he and the people in government actually were. You almost start wondering why it is so hard for them sometimes to relate to us mere mortals back home in Nigeria. “I had a friend a long time ago before I entered politics when personal computers had just started... Read More

President Goodluck Jonathan, World Economic Forum

May 13, 2012

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Ebuka Obi-Uchendu: Nigeria in their eyes… (YNaija FrontPage)

I spent the better part of last week with a lot of non-Nigerians at the World Economic Forum and I always like to use that as an opportunity to sample international perceptions of my dear country. It helped a lot that there was a large African contingent there, which for me is usually better. Other... Read More

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January 28, 2012

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World Economic Forum ends on Sunday – The issues so far

by Adebola Rayo The World Economic Forum, a Swiss non-profit organisation, which brings together 2,500 world leaders, business leaders, and journalists amongst other intellectuals yearly, is holding this year’s meeting from January 25-29. The 2012 meeting is themed: “The Great Transfomation: Shaping New World” and participants discuss the issues facing the world and proffer solutions... Read More

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The Late 5: INEC declares PDP’s Sekibo winner of Rivers East Senatorial election; Adeleke appeals court judgment | Other stories

RED | For Africa CEO, Adebola Williams, is hosted by Young Global Leaders in Nigeria

We didn’t think we needed a picture of Naomi Campbell and Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala together but now we do

Global Shapers Community, Lagos Hub unveils ‘Vote for Nigeria’ campaign

FG to launch economic recovery plan in February – Osinbajo

VP Yemi Osinbajo at World Economic Forum in Davos (PHOTOS)

Reno Omokri: Between President Buhari and Peter Obi

“These are our daughters and we have to get them back” – Okonjo-Iweala speaks to Yahoo! News Katie Couric (READ)

Opinion: The World Economic Forum is not what you imagine

It’s official! SEPLAT named World Economic Forum global growth company

Chude Jideonwo: My country, the schizophrenic Nigeria

Timi Dakolo, Nigeria’s King of Soul, wows at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland (PHOTOS)

Opinion: Is the Nigerian economy deadlocked?

Japheth Omojuwa: Africa Rising and the new trade conversation (Y! FrontPage)

Japheth Omojuwa: Shaping Africa’s prosperity from within (Y! FrontPage)

Japheth Omojuwa: Governance in Nigeria and its many distractions (Y! FrontPage)

“We are inspired to do even more” – Tara Fela-Durotoye on being selected as Young Global Leader, announces 100 Voices project

Cobhams Asuquo, Tara Fela-Durotoye, Alex Okosi, 3 other young Nigerians honoured by World Economic Forum

Zainab Sandah: Educating the Nigerian child: Who’s responsible?

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu: Where is Nigeria? (YNaija Frontpage)

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu: Demystifying government (YNaija FrontPage)

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu: Nigeria in their eyes… (YNaija FrontPage)

World Economic Forum ends on Sunday – The issues so far

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