…says we need more Tony Elumelus to take our children off the streets The Sultan of Sokoto, Sultan Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar III, commended the Tony Elumelu Foundation and its Founder, Tony O. Elumelu for their contribution to entrepreneurship and creation of jobs for young people in the North. The Sultan made this commendation during a…
Month: July 2017
GTBank Marks 10th Anniversary of Listing on London Stock Exchange
Foremost African financial institution, Guaranty Trust Bank Plc, is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its listing on the London Stock Exchange whereby the Bank became the first Nigerian bank to be listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE), the first to dual list on an international exchange and the first Nigerian company to raise international…
Diamond Bank Maintains Stable Growth in H1 as Profit Surges 2.8%
In its H1 2017 financial results released on the floor of the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) in Lagos, Diamond Bank Plc showcased strong growth in core financial parameters surpassing analysts’ projections for the period. The interim report and accounts for the Bank’s operations for the first six months of the business year obtained by our…
REDTV’s ‘Here and Now: The Adventures of TASA’ Returns
The dynamic online lifestyle channel that spotlights Africa with a distinct global appeal, REDTV, is set to drop the second season of its original series, Here and Now: The Adventures of TASA. The show, which documents the experiences of 4 young women, Taje Prest, Ajifa Atuluku, Seyitan Atigarin and Amiola Aguda, focuses on the real…
7 Things You Should Do Everyday Before You Start Your Car
A car is just like our body. We do not really care about it until we have a headache or something happens. That is when we remember the doctor or hospital. This is not supposed to be the case but many of us do it. Perhaps we are scared of hospitals. It is the same with our…
Abryanz Style & Fashion Awards Returns
Africa’s most prestigious fashion event held in Kampala, Uganda: Abryanz Style and Fashion Awards (ASFAs) is back. The news of big come back this year was officially announced at a launch event on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at the Kampala Serena Hotel. The 2017 ASFAs are back under the theme “The Fashion Takeover” – set…
Five Smart Ways To Track Your Expenses
The question that many people ask themselves is where do their money go. Truthfully, you are the only one who can answer that question. But, we know that a reason why you are losing your money is because you are not tracking it. Well, it is time to stop losing your money and start tracking…
Anambra Leaders Heap Praises On Oyegun
Leading politicians in Anambra State last week lauded the leadership qualities of the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, describing him as “a forthright, honest and consistent leader.” The stance of the politicians was articulated by the Chairman of Anambra State Political Forum (ASPF), Chief James Nnaemeka. They accused some…
Transcorp Posts Strong Half-Year Results, Records 134% Growth in Profit
Transnational Corporation of Nigeria Plc (Transcorp), Nigeria’s foremost conglomerate, has announced financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2017, showing significant growth in key financial indicators. The company recorded N4.2bn as profit after tax (PAT) for the half-year ended 30th of June 2017, translating into 134 per cent growth compared to the loss of N12.19bn…
6 Ways To Sleep Better On Overnight Flights
If you want to arrive in a destination rested and ready to go, you will have to ensure good sleep on overnight flights. While it may seem like an impossible task, there are ways to improve your sleep quality on long-haul flights. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency shares 6 simple tips that will help you sleep better.…