#TakeCharge With Infinix Note 4 and Note 4 Pro

Infinix Mobility Nigeria yesterday launched its much anticipated new Note series smartphone ‘Infinix Note 4 & Note 4 pro’ with a stylus ‘Xpen’ which offers great functionality for Infinix Note users.

The company called on all its existing and potentials costumers to #takecharge of their life by using a smartphone that enable them to break barriers and become smarter.

McVitie's Celebrate Digestives 125th Anniversary With Grand Promotional Campaign

To celebrate the 125 year anniversary of its famously loved McVitie’s Digestive biscuits, leading international manufacturer of biscuits and confectionery, pladis has launched a grand promotional campaign to reward its loyal consumers.

pladis announced the promotion at a media launch event held at the Renaissance hotel in Lagos recently. According to the company, the 125th Anniversary promo which commences on the 4th July 2017 will last for 3 months and see customers winning a plethora of prizes which includes 1 million naira each for 3 consumers; 500,000 naira each for 6 consumers; 200,000 each for 15 consumers; and instant airtime for 45,000 consumers.

Airtel’s CEO, Ogunsanya, Advises Youths to Brace Up for Leadership

Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Airtel Nigeria, Mr. Segun Ogunsanya has called on Nigerian youths to brace up for leadership and to prepare themselves for future opportunities.

MD/CEO, Airtel Nigeria, Segun Ogunsanya (M) flanked by Lagos State Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Dr. Babatunde Durosinmi-Etti (R) and MD/CEO, Resource Intermediaries Limited, Olusoji Oyawoye (L) at the 2017 SEED Youth Conference held in Lagos.

Ogunsanya while speaking recently at the 2017 SEED Youth Conference held at the University of Lagos, Akoka, emphasised the need for young Nigerians to be more result driven in their endless thirst for knowledge.

Guinness Nigeria Plc undertakes N39.7 billion Rights Issue

Following shareholder approval received in January, Guinness Nigeria Plc has now received clearance of the issue documents from the Securities and Exchange Commission and approvals from the Nigerian Stock Exchange to list the new Guinness Nigeria shares on The Nigerian Stock Exchange. The funds raised will support the Company in executing its strategy in the context of ongoing external economic challenges.

The company plans to raise N39,700,688,598  by way of rights to existing shareholders, on the basis of 5 new shares for every 11 shares held by shareholders, whose names appeared in the register of members of the Company as at 15 March 2017 at an issue price ofN58 per share. The issue price represents a discount of 15% per cent to the Company’s closing share price on 14 March 2017, being the last day prior to the announcement of the proposed Rights Issue by The Nigerian Stock Exchange.

Macron Takes Over as New Kit Supplier of Italian Rugby Federation

Italian sportswear firm Macron has been appointed as the new kit partner of the Italian Rugby Federation (FIR). Macron replaces German sportswear, Adidas.

In the eight-year partnership deal announced on Monday, Macron will be providing kit and technical equipment for the Italian national teams.

AAAN 44th AGM/Congress To Kick On Thursday

All is now set for the 44th Annual General Meeting/Congress of the Association of Advertising Agencies of Nigeria (AAAN). This year's AGM themed “Fresh Thinking” will hold from Thursday, 6th to Saturday, 8th July, 2017 at the Golden Tulip Festac Hotel, Lagos State.

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode is scheduled to declare open the meeting. Secretary to the State Government (SSG) Mr. Tunji Bello, Commissioner for Information and Strategy Mr. Steve Ayorinde and other senior government officials will also be in attendance.

Siemens and Bayern Munich forge global partnership

German Bundesliga football club Bayern Munich has entered into a three-year partnership with technology conglomerate Siemens.

The engineering firm, which has headquarters in Munich and Berlin, has been named as a performance partner of the club for the 2017-18 to 2019-20 seasons.

Sage launches Sage One Payroll and Sage One Invoicing in Nigeria

Sage, the market and technology leader for integrated accounting, payroll & HR and payment systems, today announced that Sage One Payroll and Sage One Invoicing is available in Nigeria. Designed to help small businesses focus on what really matters, these software solutions give business builders the freedom to run their businesses anywhere, anytime.

Sage One Payroll seamlessly integrates with Sage One Accounting (http://APO.af/zFh3ay), offering a complete business solution for start-up and small businesses. Sage One Invoicing is an entry-level version of Sage One Accounting that makes it easy for sole traders, self-employed consultants and other micro-business owners to produce professional quotes and invoices.

Forex: CBN Injects Another $195m Into Market

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in continuation of its drive to ensure liquidity and stability in the foreign exchange market, has injected the total sum of $195 million into various segments of the inter-bank foreign exchange market.

A breakdown of figures released by the CBN on Monday, July 3, 2017, shows that the sum of $100 million was offered to authorized dealers in the wholesale window, just as the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) window was allocated the sum of $50 million. Those seeking forex for the purpose of BTA/PTA, tuition and medical bills, among other invisibles, received the sum of $45 million.

Electronic Device Ban Fully Lifted On Flights From Abu Dhabi To The United States

Following the successful validation of security measures at the US Preclearance facility at Abu Dhabi airport over the weekend, the US Department of Homeland Security to lift the electronic devices ban on flights between Abu Dhabi and the United States.

According to a source from Etihad, “effective immediately, the removal of the restrictions allows passengers flying to the US to carry all laptops, tablets, and other electronic devices onto the aircraft, subject to enhanced security measures.

SOVENTIX and Gentec EPC join forces to drive solar market development in Nigeria

• Joint venture will focus on industrial rooftop solar applications
• Strong development of Nigerian solar market offers significant potential

SOVENTIX, a leading global solar developer based in Germany, and Gentec EPC, a pioneer in the Nigerian energy industry and distributor of Cummins gas generators in Nigeria, have formed a joint venture called SOVENTIX Hybrid Limited to develop solar projects across Nigeria.

Head of Project Services, Soventix, Gert Röttgers, Chairman, Gentec EPC, Deepak Khilnani and  CFO, Soventix, Claas Fierlings at the joint venture signing ceremony in Germany for the development of solar hybrid projects across Nigeria.

With this agreement and respective capabilities, both companies secure a strong market position in the Nigerian solar market. With just approximately 4000 MW of grid power availability and a growing population with over 180 million people in Nigeria, the country faces great demand for cost effective and reliable energy supply solutions. With the increasing competitiveness of solar energy over fossil fuels, analysts view Nigeria as one of the key solar growth markets across Africa.

More thrills and amazing performances on episode three of Airtel The Voice Nigeria

It was yet another episode of thrilling performances, disappointment and elation as the third episode of Airtel The Voice Nigeria aired on Sunday, the 2nd of July on Africa Magic Showcase (DStv 151) and Africa Magic Urban (DStv 153). At the end of episode three, the coaches had each added two talents to their respective teams.

Last night's episode ended with #TeamTiimi signing up Blessed Eke and Godwin while Obichi Marshall and Arewa Comfort, who got all four coaches turning, joined #TeamWaje. Joy Ebiem and Torisheju "Tori" Ogbe teamed up with #TeamYemiAlade and finally, Emmanuel Okafor and Tama Nisa joined #TeamPatoranking.

NSE Records 403.1% Jump in Foreign Inflows in May

According to the Nigeria Stock Exchange (NSE) Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI) report which was recently released, the monthly foreign inflows through the NSE increased by 403.09% to N73.15 billion in May 2017 from N14.54 billion in April.

Albeit foreign inflows outpaced outflows, foreign outflows also increased by 178.63% from N7.91 billion in April to N22.04 billion in May 2017, an indication of improved foreign investor appetite/ renewed foreign interest in Nigerian equities which analysts said was been responsible for the recent rally in equities.