European government bonds decline
European government bonds fell as minutes of the Federal Reserve’s October policy meeting showed the central bank may taper its $85bn in monthly asset purchases “in coming months” if the US economy...
View ArticleYellen moves to become next Fed chair
Federal Reserve Vice Chair Janet Yellen moved closer on Thursday to becoming the first woman to lead the United States central bank after a Senate committee approved her nomination and sent it to the...
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CitiServe develops service platform for power sector
CitiServe, a member of Vigeo Group, has moved to extend its services to the power sector by creating door-to-door services for the payment of electricity bills, using its unique Orange Box Point of...
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We’ll conclude Conoco Phillips acquisition soon — Oando
An indigenous oil exploration and production, Oando Energy Resources, an affiliate of Oando Plc, has said it will soon conclude the acquisition of the Nigerian oil and gas business of ConocoPhillips....
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ICT and global knowledge economy, prospects and challenges for Nigeria (I)
The knowledge economy is an economic reality whose time has come; thanks to ICT. Whether Nigeria and its people wake up to the reality or not, the truth remains that the country occupies a prime place...
View ArticleS’African firm invests $270m in Nigeria’s oil industry
CAMAC Energy Incorporated has entered into a definitive agreement with the Public Investment Corporation Limited of South Africa for a $270m equity investment to boost its operation in the Nigerian oil...
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You must overcome fear of failure – Olusesi
Tobiloba Olusesi, the Lead Strategist, Reputation Raise Limited, shares his experience on the challenges of growing the company. He spoke with OYETUNJI ABIOYE When did you start your company?...
View ArticleWordPress – A perfect blogging platform for you and your business
To be absolutely candid, WordPress currently stands out as one of the most perfect platforms for online businesses. There are several extremely beneficial advantages that you and your business can...
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Building real relationships with people who can help you on your way
Business schools all over the world have identified networking skills as perhaps the most important skill every leader, entrepreneur and business development executive needs to have to ensure his or...
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Indigenous firms seek role in N457bn power investment
Indigenous steel fabricating companies are seeking to play a major role in the N457bn power transmission infrastructure investment planned by the Federal Government. With huge transactions underway for...
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Benchmarking 2014 budget oil price at $85/barrel
The debate over the oil price benchmarking for the 2014 budget has become contentious to the extent that President Goodluck Jonathan has suspended, for the second time, the presentation of the 2014...
View ArticleVitafoam rewards long serving employees
In appreciation of loyalty and dedication to work, Vitafoam Nigeria Plc has recognised some of its employees who have spent ten years and above in the service of the company. The Managing Director,...
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Cashing your cheques: The due process, the headaches and the fraud
Last week we concluded discussion on cashless banking. One of the points made in the discussion was the key argument of the Central Bank of Nigeria for the introduction of the system which is the need...
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NCDMB, Amnesty Office discuss employment for ex-militants
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board and the Presidential Amnesty Programme have seen the need to integrate ex-agitators from the Niger Delta into the oil and gas industry. To this...
View ArticleWAGPCo resumes gas supply under new leadership
The West African Gas Pipeline Company has resumed transportation and supply of natural gas from Nigeria to other West African countries after shutting down for almost a year. WAGPCo suffered major...
View ArticleLocal content: Chevron trains 58 workers
Fifty eight Nigerian professionals working under the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation/ Chevron Joint Venture have undergone a special training session in the local content operation with the aim...
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Banks’ lending rate too high for business survival — CIFC boss
The Registrar/Chief Executive Officer, Chartered Institute of Finance and Control, Mr. Godwin Eohoi, in this interview with IFEANYI ONUBA, speaks on issues affecting the economy Why was this...
View ArticleMTN partners TFC on customer service
In continuation of its drive to deliver more convenient services to its customers across the country, Information and Communications Technology company, MTN Nigeria, has partnered with Tastee Fried...
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Rice scarcity imminent as importation drops
The price of rice is rising steadily ahead of the festive season. Investigations by our correspondent on Monday showed that the rise was between 31 per cent and 36 per cent. The increase, which began...
View ArticleJumia brings PlayStation 4 to Africa
Jumia, one of Nigeria’s electronic commerce sites, has unveiled the new PlayStation Console PS4 in Africa. The firm, in a statement made available to our correspondent on Monday, said it was the first...
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