Airtel Nigeria’s CEO, Ogunsanya, to lead discourse on African Business at NBA Conference

The Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Airtel Nigeria, Mr. Segun Ogunsanya, has been listed among important thought leaders in the corporate and government circles that will speak at this year’s edition of the prestigious Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Conference.

Ogunsanya, who was recently named African CEO of the Year by a pan African platform that recognizes customer service, innovation and excellence in Africa Telecom and Information Technology Industry, will join other panelist to discuss the theme,  “African Business: The Road Less Travelled,” at the week-long NBA conference, which will kick off on Friday, 18th August, 2017.

Osinbajo pledges support for IPI 2018 in Abuja

In line with its commitment to promote private sector partnership, the Buhari administration will partner the Nigerian chapter of the International Press Institute (IPI) to host a hitch-free 2018 World Congress of the Global Network of Free Media, according to Acting President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN.

Prof. Osinbajo gave the assurance when the board of the Nigerian chapter of the International Press Institute (IPI), paid him a courtesy visit at the Presidential Villa earlier today to intimate him on plans for the forthcoming event scheduled for Abuja in June 2018.

Viewers Gear Up For Final Battle Rounds of Airtel TVN 2

With only two possible steals and one battles round remaining, the rest of the contestants aspiring for a spot in the Live Show of Airtel’s The Voice Nigeria will on Sunday, August, 2017 have their chance to sway the coaches in their duet performances.

Knowing that the road to the Lives has worn thin, viewers are anxious to see stellar performances from talents despite the tension and pressure of the battle at this stage.

2017 Maltina Teacher of the Year Attracts Record Entries

As entries closed for this year’s Maltina Teacher of the Year, organizers of the initiative, Nigerian Breweries Plc, has said the edition attracted entries from all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

The Corporate Affairs Adviser, Nigerian Breweries Plc, Mr. Kufre Ekanem, who disclosed this last week as the panel of judges met to commence assessment of the entries, said that over 300 valid entries were received, compared to 176 received in 2016. According to him, “all 36 states and the FCT will be up in battle for the third edition of the Maltina Teacher of the Year.”

Catch the New Season of La Liga Now on DStv Family

The 2017/18 drama of the Spanish La Liga is set to play out on the World of Champions from Friday 18 August, showcasing all 380 matches, with at least 300 of them live. Even better for DStv subscribers, SS7, the Home of La Liga which is simulcast in HD & SD, has recently joined the DStv Family line-up of exciting entertainment channels added to the package at no extra cost!

“Bringing our customers quality entertainment has always been our key focus and we are excited to continue building our DStv entertainment options at every price point,” Martin Mabutho, General Manager, Sales and Marketing, MultiChooice Nigeria, said. “Last year we added more content and more importantly, brought down the English Premier League to the DStv Compact packages. And now we are further entrenching the notion of DStv being all about real value and the ‘Home of Football’ by bringing ALL Spanish La Liga games in HD down to the DStv Family package at no extra cost.”

#AMECMM 2017: P+ Measurement Services to host AMEC Measurement Month in Nigeria

P+ Measurement Services, the first independent PR Measurement Agency in Nigeria and the only indigenous member of the International Association for the Measurement & Evaluation of Communication (AMEC) in Nigeria, will be hosting the AMEC Measurement Month in Nigeria for its first time, since the birth of the leading agency.

AMEC’s Measurement Month is a global programme of activities to spotlight attention on the importance of PR measurement. It’s a simple idea which benefits members, clients and the industry by putting measurement on a world stage. And any AMEC member, irrespective of size, can take part!

Nobel Carpets Co-Host PWOBFON Empowerment Initiative

Lucky Fibers Plc, indigenous makers of Nobel Carpets and Rugs, with Prime Women Builders Foundation of Nigeria (PWOBFON) is organizing a vocational training to both men and women on how to effectively run their businesses in order to help them reach their full potential.

According to the General Manager of Lucky Fiber Plc, Mr. Jitesh Pamnani, being a made in Nigeria brand that believes in the well being of Nigerians, the company is co-hosting this initiative in order to provide valuable business information and support so as to alleviate poverty in the society. Pamnani said that “This event is organised to equip participants with basic, yet necessary skills and relevant equipment to be self reliant and also provide the necessary support in becoming a business owner in their various communities.”

Promasidor Wins MAN “Best Kept Industrial Premises Award”

Promasidor Nigeria Limited, makers of Cowbell milk, Loya milk, Top tea and Onga food seasoning, has been bequeathed with the “Best Kept Industrial Premises Award” by the Ikeja branch of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN).

The Award, under MAN’s Total Compliance Inspection Competition initiative, is aimed at encouraging members’ adherence to environmental regulations and standards, and to also improve their environmental friendliness.

UNIDO Introduces COMFAR App For Small Businesses

The United Nations Industrial Development Organisation’s (UNIDO)’s Investment and Technology Promotion Office (ITPO) said it is set to equip Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria with its Computer Model for Feasibility Analysis and Reporting –COMFAR tools and methodologies for project appraisal.

The United Nations projects that Nigeria’s population would increase to 200 million in two years and most of these people are entrepreneurs. The UN believes that if they are trained now, it will affect the economy positively, especially when the population increases further.

Opera discontinues Opera Max service

Opera has announced that it is discontinuing its Opera Max service.

The company, which is now owned by a consortium of Chinese firms, announced via a blog post that, "the product had a substantially different value proposition than our browser products, and represented a different focus for Opera. We, therefore, focus on our browsers and other upcoming services.”

Facebook Supports Young Digital Talents in Africa at #Loeries2017 Creative Week

Facebook has rolled out its plans to support young digital talents at the on-going #Loeries2017 Creative Week in Durban, South Africa.

At this years event, Facebook will be helping talented young creatives across Africa and the Middle East to develop their skills and deliver great concepts that help brands to grow, while entertaining and informing the community. According to Nunu Ntshingila, Facebook Africa Regional Director, Africa and the Middle East’s emerging digital creatives represent a powerfully diverse pool of talent one that holds the key to reaching the next billion people,”

Highlights scheduled for Facebook’s Loeries Creative Week include:

Bill Gates gives $4.6bn to charity in biggest donation since 2000

Bill Gates has given away $4.6 billion of Microsoft shares which account to around 5% of his fortune. This makes it the largest gift since the turn of the century.

While the recipient of the gift wasn’t specified, Mr Gates has made the majority of his donations to the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the charity he and his wife use to direct their philanthropic efforts.

Airtel’s Unlimited Data Plans to Empower Consumers, Boost Internet Connectivity

Leading telecommunications service provider, Airtel Nigeria, has said that its newly introduced Unlimited Data plans will empower and create more prosperity opportunities for telecoms consumers as well as boost mobile broadband connectivity.

L-R: Oladokun Oye, Head of Direct Sales, Airtel Nigeria; Veronica Onoja, Vice President, Mobile Financial & Digital Services, Airtel Nigeria; Gabriel Afolayan, Airtel Brand Ambassador; and Enitan Denloye, Vice President, Brand & Advertising, Airtel Nigeria at the grand launch of Airtel Unlimited Home Broadband in Victorial Island, Lagos. 

Airtel on Wednesday, 16th August, 2017 officially rolled out the Home Broadband Service, which allows customers to share data with colleagues, friends and family members with a promise that the new package will empower telecoms consumers to have access to unlimited internet service at reasonable cost.

Chinese Businessman Completes Southampton Takeover

After about a year of talks with Chinese businessman Jisheng Gao and his family, a deal worth around £210million for 80 per cent of English Football Club Southampton has finally been agreed.

Saints owner Katharina Liebherr, who will retain a 20 per cent share of the club, confirmed the deal had been completed in a statement released to fans on Monday afternoon.

PHOTO: Airtel Nigeria, Lagos State Mark 2017 International Youth Day

L-R: Chairman, Lagos State House of Assembly Committee on Youth & Social Development, Hon. Adedamola Richard Kasumu; CSR Lead, Airtel Nigeria, Chioma Okolie and Commissioner, Lagos State Ministry of Youths & Social Development, Hon. Pharm (Mrs.) Uzamat Akinbile – Yussuf at the just concluded 2017 International Youth Day Celebration organized by the Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development on the 14th  of August 2017.