Saturday, 17 December 2016
Linda Ikeji Taps into Laura Ikeji's "blessing" as she gets engaged
Laura Ikeji, siser to Nigerian pro-blogger Linda Ikeji got engaged and is officially "off the market," and to Kanu Nwankwo's younger brother Ogbonna. But that's not the news.
Wizkid faces 11-year jail term in Uganda As Ugandan Court Issues Arrest Warrant For Wizkid And his Manager Sunday Aare
Friday, 16 December 2016
Pictured together for the first time: Prince Harry and his girlfriend Meghan Markle go out on the town to catch a Curious Incident at the theatre
The first pictures of Prince Harry and his American actress girlfriend Meghan Markle have emerged (left and right) after the couple were snapped while on a romantic night out at the theatre in London. The couple went to see The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (inset) at the Gielgud Theatre in the West End, and managed to get in and out without staff realising.
"Rape and the Male- A Conversation": Happening tonight on Crux of the Matter with Elsie
Tonight on Crux of the Matter, Nigerian author and blogger Seun Odukoya, and senior editor of Gem Magazine, Deoye Falade, will discuss the topic "Rape and the Male- A Conversation," hosted by Elsie Godwin. Be part of the discussion at 9PM WAT. Log on to radio.happenings.com.ng
Thursday, 15 December 2016
Nigerian Girl Shines in UK University as She Bags Multiple MSc Awards
#Congratulations are sure in order for this amazingly brilliant Nigerian student. Joy Nkechi Chidolue (@ms_asa_) has made the country proud at Glasgow Caledonia University in Scotland. She graduated with distinction and also won several awards including;
Tue. Dec 20 Event in #Lagos: "Startup Nigeria: Innovation, Collaboration, and Creation"
ThinkAfrica invites you to participate in our first annual startup roundtable, Startup Nigeria: Innovation, Collaboration & Creation on December 20, 2016.
Nominations Video: Who will become the #Silverbird Man of the Year 2016?
Who will become the #Silverbird Man of the Year 2016? Watch and follow the instructions to Vote! pic.twitter.com/kejeWiHNoc
— Ben Murray-Bruce (@benmurraybruce) December 15, 2016
Nigerian Woman to be Appointed deputy UN Sec. Gen
- The Secretary-General-designate, António Guterres, has announced that he will be appointing Amina J. Mohammed of Nigeria as his Deputy Secretary-General, and Maria Luiza Ribeiro Viotti of Brazil as
- his Chef de Cabinet.
AY Makun Nominated For #AMVCA2017 Best Writer For “A Trip To Jamaica”
What!!! Realy!!!! Comedian turned Nollywood producer, AY Makun is a surprise name on the 2017 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards (AMVCA ) best writer nomination list.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg Now America's Richest Entrepreneur Under 40
According to Forbes, Mark Zuckerberg is America's richest entrepreneur under 40, with a net worth of $50 billion.
See the full list of 40 and the methodology here.
Social media Protest: UNILAG PG Students Out Against the Notice for the Implementation of Fees for Bed Spaces in PG Hostels
Your support is highly needed to get the message across to the world until the harsh policy is reversed.
The Musical Society of Nigeria to Host Dike Chukwumerije Made in Nigeria Event
Tomorrow! #MadeInNigeria with Dike Chukwumerije at MUSON Centre. Tickets available at http://naijaticketshop.com and event entry.
Opportunity for Writers:PHILOSOPHY THROUGH FICTION: SHORT STORY COMPETITION. DEADLINE 1 FEBRUARY 2017
Sci Phi Journal are inviting submissions for the short story competition “Philosophy Through Fiction”, organised by Helen De Cruz (Oxford Brookes University), with editorial board members Eric Schwitzgebel (UC Riverside), Meghan Sullivan (University of Notre Dame), and Mark Silcox (University of Central Oklahoma). The winner of the competition will receive a cash prize of US$500 (funded by the Berry Fund of the APA) and their story will be published in Sci Phi Journal.
1989 set of FGC, Sokoto, reunite this weekend in Abuja
An open call to all 1989 set of Federal Government College, Sokoto, to gather and reconnect.
Date: 16th & 17th December 2016.
Venue: Bolingo Hotel in Abuja
The Nigeria Centarl Bank Says Rice Can Now Sell for N8000.
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says Nigerians can now buy a bag of local rice for as low as N8,000 — as against N22,000 obtainable with foreign rice.
LINK-UP ABUJA event happening today
Bringing together smart-minds, achievers, creators, start-ups and starting conversations on all aspects of entrepreneurship within the FCT over mocktails and finger foods. Register for a chance to be invited.
Photo of Some of Nigeria's Most Influential Women
Mrs Dolapo Osinbajo, wife of Nigeria's vice president, pose with actress Joke Silva, and Africa's richest woman Folorunsho Alakija at the Heartbeat Musical Stage play, yesterday.
Dear Nigerian Univeristy, What's This?
Facebook user posts annoying photos of what happens to research projects submitted to Nigerian universities. Currently, the Faculty of Arts in the University of Benin has a lot more and worse than these pictures here show. Can we grow like this?
The 2017 AMVCA nominations are here!
Announced tonight, the 2017 AMVCA nominations are led by 93 Days, 76 and Oloibiri. Clearly the jury was feeling historical/factual narratives below.
Check out the full list:
7 things Buhari’s budget speech tells us about Nigeria in 2017
President Muhammadu Buhari presented Budget 2017 to a joint session of the national assembly on Wednesday, seeking its approval of a N7.298 trillion spending plan for 2017.
TheCable has reviewed the president’s speech, and his spending plan for the nation. We present 10 key points that clearly show what 2017 will look like for the Nigerian economy.
Wednesday, 14 December 2016
In South Africa, fuel price shock in store for the new year
Copyright: olegdudko / 123RF Stock Photo |
Surging international petroleum prices are likely to hit South Africans hard at the pumps, at the beginning of 2017
"Pray for Pres. Buhari," says Cossy Orjiakor. But exactly why? Find out.
“Pray for Pres. Buhari, his face reflects how hungry and tired the economy is,” – Cossy Orjiakor says
Cossy Ojiakor is catching a lot of flak on social media from Nigerians who feel she crossed the boundary by insulting the president.
Cossy Ojiakor is catching a lot of flak on social media from Nigerians who feel she crossed the boundary by insulting the president.
Happening Now in Abuja: Lights and Stitches Photography Workshop with Gottay
A beautiful art is one inspired by passion and guided by knowledge. Thanks to MASTERMIND STUDIOS, at Gottay's Light and Stitches, we will be giving out:
'Ladies, Slay in Your Academics Too,' Okoro Pricious advises.
Okoro Precious, who garduated with a First Class degree in the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, advises ladies to remember to slay not only instagrami-ically, but also academically.
New Book Publication: THRILLS AND CHILLS OF LIFE by Boniface Sagini
Going through life is trudging through the possibilities of pain and bliss, of hurt and mirth, of thrills and chills. That’s what Mystery Publishers’ newest and youngest writer, Boniface Sagini, tells the world in his debut book, Thrills and Chills.
New Book Publication: THRILLS AND CHILLS OF LIFE by Boniface Sagini
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THRILLS and CHILLS of life
Going through life is trudging through the possibilities of pain and bliss, of hurt and mirth, of thrills and chills. That’s what Mystery Publishers’ newest and youngest writer, Boniface Sagini, tells the world in his debut book, Thrills and Chills.
Asset & Facilities Maintenance - Essentials by JeesRoyal Nigeria
This course address the knowledge gap in the area of Facilities Maintenance & Asset lifecycle management. It exposes and equips participants with the relevant understanding of industry best practices for asset performance & optimization.
Celebrate with us at Regus
Celebrate with us!
As we come to the end of a successful and exciting year, we want to celebrate the festive season with you.
Carbon Credit Network Leaders' Summit by CARBON CREDIT NETWORK
The Carbon Credit Network Leaders Summit 14th December 2016 will provide a dynamic stage to jump-start business action everywhere on the Renewable/Sustainable Development Goals. At the Summit,
2016 Closing Ceremony/End of Year Party by CORA/ARTERIAL NETWORK NIGERIA
The closing ceremony is organised to review 2016 activities of Arterial Network in Nigeria and celebrate achievements. It will bring together stakeholders, policy makers and members of the business community to address topical issues affecting the creative sector with a view to devising strategies for better engagement in 2017.
Tuesday, 13 December 2016
Former Premier League footballer Sam Sodje has appeared in court alongside three brothers accused of charity fraud.
Former Premier League footballer Sam Sodje has appeared in court alongside three brothers accused of charity fraud.
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