The Talent Coach, a tour de force that adds a new perspective to the nature versus nurture debate, is now available at bookstores across Nigeria. Published by New Africa Book Publishers (NABP), and authored by Dr. Frederick Mordi, a Commonwealth Short Story Award winner, who also wrote The Familiar Stranger and Other Stories, The Talent Coach is the compelling story of Dr. Joe Jordan, one of the world’s leading experts on talent. They call him ‘The Talent Coach’ everywhere he goes, and he is highly sought after by many high-profile clients including professional athletes, CEOs of Fortune 500 Companies, and…
Author: Elvis Eromosele
Simba TVS, the leading brand of tricycles in Nigeria, has brought its award-winning Queen Rider Program to Ile-Ife in Osun State, in collaboration with the House of Oduduwa and Queen Moremi Ajasoro Foundation. The Queen Rider Program is a women’s empowerment initiative of the Simba Group that trains women on tricycle riding and maintenance and equips those from under-represented backgrounds with the skills and support to start their own tricycle business. The opening ceremony, which was held recently at the Palace of the Ooni of Ife, had several government officials, traditional rulers and transport unions in attendance. Declaring the program…
By Elvis Eromosele Nigeria is in dire straits, nearly everything is currently dodged by controversies. The 2023 presidential election is under dispute with the PEPT set to give judgement anytime soon. The latest unemployment figure has raised plenty of dust with experts questioning the methodology applied. The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) is in a struggle to rally its members following an issues-laden AGM. Time will fail us to talk about the planned military action in Niger Republic, the fuel subsidy removal and palliatives palava, and the unification or none unification of the exchange rates among other controversies. One thing that…
The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) Nigeria Lagos Chapter will co-host an event on “Delivering Effective and Sustainable FM in the Built Environment” at Big 5 Construct Nigeria, Nigeria’s largest construction industry event. The event will be held on Thursday, 7th September, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos. The event will feature a panel of seasoned speakers from leading organizations in the facility management industry, namely, Mr. Segun Adebayo, the Immediate Past President, IFMA Lagos, Nigeria Chapter; Professor Modupe Omirin, Dean of Environmental Sciences, University of Lagos; Engr. Silas Ofoegbu, Member Faculty, IFMA Nigeria Lagos Chapter and ESV Stephen…
Lagos, a major coastal city in Nigeria, known for its vibrant culture and economic significance. With a population of over 20 million people, it’s one of Africa’s largest cities and serves as the country’s economic hub. If you are in Lagos this weekend here are five places you should visit: Lekki Conservation Centre: This expansive nature reserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including monkeys and birds. It features a canopy walkway that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding forest and a tree house for an immersive nature experience. Nike Art Gallery: This renowned art gallery in Lagos showcases…
Tranzfar Limited, a payment solutions provider, has announced the expansion of its freedom account to over 100 countries. Disclosing this during a media parley held in Lagos, the firm said the milestone marks a significant step forward in the company’s mission to provide accessible and secure financial solutions to people worldwide. The Freedom Account is a versatile financial platform designed to empower individuals and businesses with the freedom to manage their finances efficiently, make cross-border transactions and access a wide range of banking services without the limitations imposed by traditional banking. Managing Director of Tranzfar, Ryan Romeo, expressed the company’s…
Released just a fortnight ago, the star-studded movie “Jagun Jagun” has achieved a remarkable feat, climbing to the top 10 trending movies on Netflix in more than eighteen countries, including Nigeria, USA, U.K., Libya, and Canada. This achievement marks a historic milestone for a Yoruba-language Nollywood film. “Jagun Jagun,” with a rating of 3.6/10 on IMDB, is a movie set in pre-colonial Nigeria that follows the story of a feared warlord named Ogunjimi. His authority is challenged when a young man named Gbotija arrives, revealing Ogunjimi’s insecurities about losing power. The movie portrays the training of young warriors and their…
In an era where consumers’ choices are more abundant than ever before, the importance of consumer rights and consumerism cannot be overstated. A vibrant consumer-centric market not only ensures fair practices and quality products but also drives innovation and competition. To champion this cause BrandXchange is once again hosting the Consumers Value Awards, a powerful vehicle for raising awareness about consumer rights and consumerism in the country. This year’s event theme, the “Consumer Satisfaction Index”, promises to deepen the dialogue on the significance of consumer feedback and advocacy in shaping the marketplace. The consumer Value Awards, hosted by BrandXchange for…
At this point, it is no news that the NCC gave 25 companies MVNO licenses. The news, which started circulating around July comes nearly two years after the Nigeria Communication Commission’s (NCC’s) initial statement explaining their plan to license and allow the operation of MVNOs in an attempt to improve and increase the state of the telecommunications landscape. This development, if implemented properly promises to pose short and long-term benefits for Nigerians and the Telecominucations Industry as a whole. MVNOs: What Are They And Why Do They Matter The term MVNO is short for Mobile Virtual Network Operator and they…
…Rev Dr Israel Akanji, NBC President, headlines grand finale Plans are in top gear for the week-long activities culminating in the grand finale of the 120th anniversary of First Baptist Church, Isia, Okeho. The anniversary commenced on August 20, 2023, and the grand finale will take place on August 26, 2023. In a statement made available and co-signed by the under-shepherd of the Church, Rev. Dr. T.G Olawuwo, Chairman Planning Committee, Mr. J.A Makinde and Secretary, Planning Committee, Mr. J.T Ogunjimi. The week-long Opal anniversary celebration will go thus- Sunday, August 20, 2023 – Ordination of new sets of Deacon;…