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Nigerian FinTech Awards 2019: 13 awards up for grab
Winners will emerge in thirteen different award categories in this year’s Nigerian FinTech Awards, organisers of the award have said. The award, an integral part of the week long Lagos Fintech Week, according to the organisers, will recognize and reward innovation in the use of information technology in the financial…
Read More »Ikeja Electric cautions public against activities around power lines
Ikeja Electric Plc (IE), has cautioned the public under its network against building structures and engaging in social and economic activities under power lines. The idea, according to the disco is aimed at ensuring safety of lives and properties around power lines. In a statement made available to Espi News,…
Read More »JC International records zero lost time incidents in 2018
JC International, Nigeria’s leading Inspection, Training and Fabric maintenance services provider has recorded zero Lost Time Incident (LTI) in 2018. In a statement, the company described the achievement as a pointer to its strong commitment towards ensuring a safer work environment for personnel and assets. Speaking on the milestone, Health,…
Read More »killer truck not from our company – Dangote
The truck that caused an accident which reportedly led to the death of 20 people in Iworoko Ekiti at the weekend, has been denied by Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), according to Daily Trust. According to a statement issued by management of DIL on Sunday, the company frowned at the misleading…
Read More »The evolution of broadcasting in Africa
By Joseph Hundah, President and Group CEO, Econet Media Africa’s OTT market is poised for growth and it’s all being driven by the need for superior customer experience Television has captured the imagination of audiences since its inception over 75 years ago. But as technology evolved, so have audience needs…
Read More »Residents lament poor power supply, want Ikeja Electric’s license revoked
Residents within the Gowon Estate near Egbeda, are lamenting poor power service delivery by Ikeja Electric, even as they call on the Federal Government to withdraw the licence of the company. According to a Daily Sun report, the residents made the call following poor power supply from Ikeja Electricity Distribution…
Read More »Amazon to expand Whole Foods stores
Internationally recognised online store Amazon.com Inc is planning to expand its Whole Foods Market portfolio by adding more stores to put more customers within its two-hour delivery service range, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday, citing sources. Whole Foods employees have visited regions of Western North America for potential…
Read More »Toni Kan emphasizes the need for training for young entrepreneurs
Toni Kan. By Amechi Obiakpu Writer, Journalist and Public Relations expert, Tony Kan Onwordi has emphasized the need for training for young entrepreneurs who aspire to be successful in the world of business. Toni kan, who co-owns Radi8, an advertising firm and The Media Training Room (TMTR) with Peju Akande,…
Read More »Green Africa Airways orders 100 Boeing aircrafts
Nigeria’s Green Africa Airways has announced a commitment for up to 100 737 MAX 8 aircraft, evenly split into 50 firm aircraft and 50 options, as the airline gears up to begin commercial operations. Boeing said in an official statement that the total deal carries a list price of $11.7…
Read More »Lufthansa Group appoints first female Nigerian General Manager
As of January 1st 2019, Adenike Macaulay will be the newly appointed General Manager Sales Nigeria & Equatorial Guinea, Lufthansa Group. According to a release by the German airline, Macaulay will be responsible for all the commercial and sales activities of the Lufthansa Group Airlines in Nigeria and Equatorial Guinea,…
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