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Major names in the Nigeria’s housing industry and mortgage financing have been confirmed as Gold and Diamond sponsors at the forthcoming 3rd ASO Housing Exhibition and Conference (EXCO) slated for April 11, 12 and 13, at the International Conference Centre (ICC) Abuja.

These organisations include: System Property Development Consortium, a multi lateral construction firm, founded to meet the growing need for environmentally responsive and economic designs and project management in the Nigerian Construction Industry. The firm offers comprehensive consultancy services to all sectors of developers in the Construction Industry. ASO Investment Development Company (AIDC) limited. This is a fully integrated property Development and Management Company that specializes in the procurement and development of Property Assets in Nigeria with emphasis in and around Abuja for residential and commercial purposes, Brains & Hammers Property Limited was established 10 years ago. It has become one of the fastest growing real estate firms in Nigeria with a focus on the mid luxury range. The company renders personalized service that is unmatched anywhere in the Nigerian real estate industry. Their primary business is to deliver unique, beautiful, yet highly functional buildings that are truly value for money – the perfect mix of superior design, exquisite craftsmanship and price – investments that grow stakeholder value over timeOther confirmed participants are, Abuja Investments Company Limited (AICL), a leading business development and investment holding company based in the Capital City – Abuja, Nigeria. The Greater Port Harcourt City Development Authority, established by law in 2009 with a mandate to facilitate the implementation of the Greater Port Harcourt Master Plan and build the New City. Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN), charged with the mandate of encouraging the emergence and promoting the growth of viable primary mortgage institutions to service the need of housing delivery in all parts of Nigeria. They are also primarily charged with Collecting and administering the National Housing Fund in accordance with the provisions of the NHF Act. Several other mortgage firms, construction companies, property development firms, reputable estate developers, experienced artisans, exquisite interior decorators, renowned architects, builders, painters, furniture makers and a host of others who are more than ready to provide you with all essentials in the home buying process, have also registered to feature at the three day Exhibition and Conference. The EXCO, themed, “Achieving affordable housing delivery by creating 500,000 housing units by 2016” will see experts in the Nigerian housing sector congregate to deliberate on the challenges confronting the sector, and proffer solutions that can form policy direction for the government in its efforts at attaining the Vision 2020 Housing for all Nigerian goal. This is pertinent as it provides a significant platform which will offer an ideal overview of industry trends for affordable housing in the country. This unique annual event is also expected to bring together experts in the Housing value chain, Mortgage Lenders, State Government Housing Corporations and authorities in Nigeria's lands and Housing sector to show case their products and services. For variety of reasons, the event will also attracts a huge buying audience that includes property development agencies, construction lead buyers, procurement officers, International trade agencies and many enthusiastic Nigerians who have but the same underlying idea- affordable housing. For Nigerians who are prospecting for their dream homes, the 2013 ASO Housing EXCO will provide a convenient opportunity to explore through variety of available house types, mortgage options, housing schemes plus valuable information on land titles and housing documentation.

As part of its plan to sustain growth and improve profitability, PC manufacturing giant, Lenovo, has mapped out ways to deepen penetration into Nigeria and other African markets.

To reinforce its commitment in Nigeria, Executive Director and General Manager, Lenovo Middle East and Africa (MEA), Oliver Ebel, and the Africa General Manager, Graham Braum recently met with representatives from Nigerian government and private organizations, as well as business partners to outline the company’s business and PC+ strategy through its Partner Network Program launch.

The Partner Network Program launch, which is designed to skill-up channel partners and strengthen relations across MEA regions, will help existing and new partners with in-depth knowledge and tools to enhance their relationship with Lenovo, including access to a free online resource and a loyalty reward scheme.

The programme which comprise of three membership levels – Member, Premium and Gold Partner – the program is designed to educate partners and potential members on the benefits of working with Lenovo. The program rewards loyal customers through an updated membership status (Premium or Gold) whereby they are entitled to additional resource and benefits.

“Nigeria is one of Lenovo Africa key growth markets and we are here today to affirm our commitment to customers and partners in the country. The ICT sector is continuously developing in Nigeria and technology plays a key role in the development and economic growth of countries; that is why, it is important for Lenovo to bring innovative devices to Nigeria to empower businesses and consumers,” Ebel said.

He added that the move further complements the mission of his company to become the leader in PC+, by addressing the increasing demand to stay connected on different devices.

Speaking on the product launch, Lenovo Africa General Manager, Graham Braum acknowledged that the company’s channel partners are fundamental to the success of its business as it strive towards becoming the number one PC manufacturer globally.

“The channel is our primary route to both the enterprise and consumer market and it is important our partners understand our products and capabilities. Our relationship with our partners is the crux of our success globally and in Africa; we invest heavily in this relationship and ensure our product portfolio and program is designed to enable our partners’ success,” he said.

Major names in the Nigeria’s housing industry and mortgage financing have been confirmed as Gold and Diamond sponsors at the forthcoming 3rd ASO Housing Exhibition and Conference (EXCO) slated for April 11, 12 and 13, at the International Conference Centre (ICC) Abuja.

These organisations include: System Property Development Consortium, a multi lateral construction firm, founded to meet the growing need for environmentally responsive and economic designs and project management in the Nigerian Construction Industry. The firm offers comprehensive consultancy services to all sectors of developers in the Construction Industry.

ASO Investment Development Company (AIDC) limited. This is a fully integrated property Development and Management Company that specializes in the procurement and development of Property Assets in Nigeria with emphasis in and around Abuja for residential and commercial purposes,

Brains & Hammers Property Limited was established 10 years ago. It has become one of the fastest growing real estate firms in Nigeria with a focus on the mid luxury range. The company renders personalized service that is unmatched anywhere in the Nigerian real estate industry. Their primary business is to deliver unique, beautiful, yet highly functional buildings that are truly value for money – the perfect mix of superior design, exquisite craftsmanship and price – investments that grow stakeholder value over time
Other confirmed participants are, Abuja Investments Company Limited (AICL), a leading business development and investment holding company based in the Capital City – Abuja, Nigeria. The Greater Port Harcourt City Development Authority, established by law in 2009 with a mandate to facilitate the implementation of the Greater Port Harcourt Master Plan and build the New City.

Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN), charged with the mandate of encouraging the emergence and promoting the growth of viable primary mortgage institutions to service the need of housing delivery in all parts of Nigeria. They are also primarily charged with Collecting and administering the National Housing Fund in accordance with the provisions of the NHF Act.

Several other mortgage firms, construction companies, property development firms, reputable estate developers, experienced artisans, exquisite interior decorators, renowned architects, builders, painters, furniture makers and a host of others who are more than ready to provide you with all essentials in the home buying process, have also registered to feature at the three day Exhibition and Conference.

The EXCO, themed, “Achieving affordable housing delivery by creating 500,000 housing units by 2016” will see experts in the Nigerian housing sector congregate to deliberate on the challenges confronting the sector, and proffer solutions that can form policy direction for the government in its efforts at attaining the Vision 2020 Housing for all Nigerian goal. This is pertinent as it provides a significant platform which will offer an ideal overview of industry trends for affordable housing in the country.

This unique annual event is also expected to bring together experts in the Housing value chain, Mortgage Lenders, State Government Housing Corporations and authorities in Nigeria's lands and Housing sector to show case their products and services.

For variety of reasons, the event will also attracts a huge buying audience that includes property development agencies, construction lead buyers, procurement officers, International trade agencies and many enthusiastic Nigerians who have but the same underlying idea- affordable housing.

For Nigerians who are prospecting for their dream homes, the 2013 ASO Housing EXCO will provide a convenient opportunity to explore through variety of available house types, mortgage options, housing schemes plus valuable information on land titles and housing documentation.[img][/img][img][/img][img][/img]

In recognition of the strategic importance of growth markets such as Nigeria, China-based personal technology company, Lenovo has reinforced its commitment to the country, bringing in its latest innovations to empower businesses and consumers.

A Lenovo delegation, led by Oliver Ebel, executive director and general manager of Lenovo Middle East and Africa (MEA) and Graham Braum, general manager for Africa, recently met with representatives from government and private organisations, as well as business partners, to reinforce Lenovo’s commitment to Nigeria and outline the company’s business and PC+ strategy in the country.

The global corporation, which is dedicated to building exceptionally engineered personal computers (PC) and mobile internet devices, serving customers in more than 160 countries, has secured the number two market position amongst PC manufacturers worldwide, according to IDC Q4 2012 Preliminary Results.

“Nigeria is one of Lenovo Africa key growth markets and we are here today to affirm our commitment to customers and partners in the country,” said Ebel.

“The ICT sector is continuously developing in Nigeria and technology plays a key role in the development and economic growth of countries; that is why, it is important for Lenovo to bring innovative devices to Nigeria to empower businesses and consumers. This further complements our mission to become the leader in PC+, by addressing the increasing demand to stay connected on different devices.”

The visit to Nigeria saw the launch of the Lenovo Partner Network programme, which aims to help existing and new partners in Nigeria with in-depth knowledge and tools to enhance their relationship with Lenovo, including access to a free online resource and a loyalty reward scheme.

The programme, which is comprised of three membership levels - Member, Premium and Gold Partner - is designed to educate partners and potential members on the benefits of working with Lenovo. It rewards loyal customers through an updated membership status (Premium or Gold) whereby they are entitled to additional resource and benefits.

Commenting on the launch, Braum said: “Our channel partners are fundamental to the success of our business as we strive towards becoming the number one PC manufacturer globally. The channel is our primary route to both the enterprise and consumer market and it is important our partners understand our products and capabilities.

Samsung Electronics West Africa partnered with Chelsea FC to hold the local version of Samsungs global CSR project: Samsung – Chelsea FC Dream the Blues youth football clinic at Onikan Stadium, Lagos.
According to the Managing Director of Samsung Electronics West Africa, Brovo Kim, Dream the Blues aims to encourage football-loving youths from nine to 13 to achieve and grow their football dreams. The initiative is an expansion of Samsung – Chelsea FC Youth Football Camp program, which has already benefitted 5,000 youths across the world. Nigeria has a lot of promise especially in sports. This is can be seen in the wonderful performance of the super eagles so far at the African Cup of Nations. We believe that Nigeria has a lot of hidden talents and we are committed to discovering and nurturing these talents. Our commitment can be seen in initiatives like this, our sponsorship of the Nigerian Football Federation and the African Cup of Nations”
The project is a global corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative that offers youth between the ages of nine and 13 the opportunity to learn football and life skills in a two- day football clinic anchored by four Chelsea coaches.
Also, to create a level playing ground for all kids, participants are drawn from a consumer driven promo and from orphanages.
After the training, two outstanding participants are selected to proceed to Chelsea FC, Stamford Bridge, UK for further training with kids from other parts of the world.
Among the orphanages that took part in the exercise were Bab Salam (Ikeja), SOS Village (Isolo) and Compassionate Orphanage (Igando).
At the end of the training session, four outstanding participants were entered into a draw and two lucky winners - Jep Mallam (SOS Village) and Moses Oyediji (Compassionate Home) were selected to proceed to Chelsea FC, UK for further training.
“This has been a wonderful experience. I can see the Kanu’s and Okocha’s of the future being inspired to greatness. The program was a success and I see us scaling up to other parts of the country in the future. There has been tremendous support from the Lagos State Government and the Nigerian Football Federation,” added Head, Corporate Marketing, Samsung Electronics West Africa, Donald Etim.

Samsung Electronics West Africa partnered with Chelsea FC to hold the local version of Samsungs global CSR project: Samsung – Chelsea FC Dream the Blues youth football clinic at Onikan Stadium, Lagos.
According to the Managing Director of Samsung Electronics West Africa, Brovo Kim, Dream the Blues aims to encourage football-loving youths from nine to 13 to achieve and grow their football dreams. The initiative is an expansion of Samsung – Chelsea FC Youth Football Camp program, which has already benefitted 5,000 youths across the world. Nigeria has a lot of promise especially in sports. This is can be seen in the wonderful performance of the super eagles so far at the African Cup of Nations. We believe that Nigeria has a lot of hidden talents and we are committed to discovering and nurturing these talents. Our commitment can be seen in initiatives like this, our sponsorship of the Nigerian Football Federation and the African Cup of Nations”
The project is a global corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiative that offers youth between the ages of nine and 13 the opportunity to learn football and life skills in a two- day football clinic anchored by four Chelsea coaches.
Also, to create a level playing ground for all kids, participants are drawn from a consumer driven promo and from orphanages.
After the training, two outstanding participants are selected to proceed to Chelsea FC, Stamford Bridge, UK for further training with kids from other parts of the world.
Among the orphanages that took part in the exercise were Bab Salam (Ikeja), SOS Village (Isolo) and Compassionate Orphanage (Igando).
At the end of the training session, four outstanding participants were entered into a draw and two lucky winners - Jep Mallam (SOS Village) and Moses Oyediji (Compassionate Home) were selected to proceed to Chelsea FC, UK for further training.
“This has been a wonderful experience. I can see the Kanu’s and Okocha’s of the future being inspired to greatness. The program was a success and I see us scaling up to other parts of the country in the future. There has been tremendous support from the Lagos State Government and the Nigerian Football Federation,” added Head, Corporate Marketing, Samsung Electronics West Africa, Donald Etim.

TWO TV Network - www.twotv.net has a duty to take you round Africa, bringing the best of each country to your screen and today we present to you - The Be Bold from Ghana, the BE BOLD is more than a show, its a project to Reverse Brain Drain by: Encouraging graduated Ghanaians living abroad to return home to help develop the nation.
Empowering graduated Ghanaians living in Ghana to stay and continue developing the nation.
Every week Christal Jeane and Sterre Mkatini with their team takes you round and show you what you need to know in Ghana, discovering talents, recording success stories and creating opportunities. www.twotv.net

Drag your seat forward, get a bottle of a chilled drink with a packet of pop corn every Monday by 3.30pm and let's go to Ghana - only on TWO TV Network in Nigeria

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For the first time in Africa, TWO TV is getting ready to release a taste of its original line up to the masses, TWOtv launched February 2013 is a live web TV hosting weekly shows, web series, programs and daily live discussions, with a mission to create excitement on the web, build strong love bond across Africa by creating and bringing to each screen inspiring and qualitative Africa's content across board spinning from Technology, Business, Entertainment etc . After a successful launch with large numbers of views on its URL www.twotv.net, TWOtv public is looking forward to what other thing they have in store and TWOtv is set out to quench their taste with the 1st quarter line up. on Tuesday 12th February, 2013, TWOtv introduces you to the sensational 12 steps to Recovery, the show with more than 2 million views is set to make its debut on TWO TV's network (www.twotv.net) targeting 10 Million viewers across Africa, with 80 percent original programming and now are ready to give each program its official rollout.

The award-winning 12 Steps to Recovery is a romantic comedy about a New York City actor and jingle writer Parrish Diaz (Kaleber Soze, Black Swan Theory) who gets dumped by his corporate girlfriend (Candice Lenoir, Hey Diddle Diddle). His friends Blue (Stephen Hill, ABFF Best Male Actor 2010) and Dani (Erika Myers, Law & Order, SUV) come to his rescue by setting him up on 12 blind dates. Parrish goes through his healing period with each unique woman, while learning about friendship, forgiveness and true love, with major twist and a crucial decision to make. The show is often described as, “Sex and The City meets Curb Your Enthusiasm with some cinnamon and spice”. Parrish’s journey back to the land of dating and love is a laugh out loud, sexy jaunt, filmed with beautiful precision by director Clomax” - “Curtis the Media Man” of Shadow and Act

12 Steps has made multiple "Top Ten list for "Must See shows" , from websites to publications such as Sym Magazine and the most recent 2012 April issue of Jet Magazine. Winning several awards from Independent Film Festivals on both coasts in the "Best Comedy" "Best Director" "Best Executive Producer" categories, even landing Kaleber two "Best Actor" nominations. TWO TV is excited about introducing this series to their audience. TWO TV believes this is a series where viewers can become invested in the witty story line and the cast of characters. Start your New Years with a little taste of TWO in your celebration.

The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Olugbenga Ashiru has been confirmed as Special Guest of Honour at a special colloquium being put together by the management of CMC Connect Limited (Perception Managers) to commemorate the 50th birthday anniversary of Mr. Yomi Badejo-Okusanya, the Managing Director of the company.

The colloquium themed: Managing Nigeria's Image: Whose Responsibility? is scheduled for 10am, Tuesday January 8, at the Agip Recital Hall, MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos.

A keynote address will be delivered by the Honourable Minister of Information, Mr. Labaran Maku while former Foreign Affairs Minister, Major General Ike Nwachukwu (rtd), CFR, will Chair the event.

In a statement released by Mr. Sola Solotan, Acting Head of Media, CMC Connect, the colloquium is part of activities lined up to celebrate Mr. Badejo Okusanya who, in his words “has contributed in no small measure to the growth of Public Relations in Nigeria and the whole of Africa”.

The colloquium, the statement further says, will be a convergent point for integrated marketing communications professionals and institutions in Nigeria whose core focus area includes communications and image management. It will explore issues and factors that shape Nigeria's image and proffer solutions to such communications challenges.

Several captains of industry are part of an impressive faculty of discussants who have been constituted to x-ray the issues being discussed.

This includes former Minister of Information, Professor Dora Akunyili, the President of the Newspapers Proprietors Association of Nigeria (NPAN) and Publisher of Thisday Newspapers, Mr. Nduka Obaigbena, the Chairman of Advertising Practitioners Council of Nigeria, APCON and Managing Director of Prima Garnet, Mr. Lolu Akinwunmi and the Managing Director of Guinness, Mr. Seni Adetu.

Others are the Head of Mass Communication Department, University of Lagos, Professor Ralph Akinfeleye, President of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, Alhaji Muhammed Abdulahi, and the Chairperson, Women in Management Business & Public Service who is also the Deputy Country Manager, Deutsche Bank in Nigeria, Mrs. Adeola Azeez.

The outcome of the special colloquium will be developed into a communiqué which will become a reference document for policy development and future constitutional reforms.

Yomi Badejo-Okusanya is the founder of CMC Connect, and was one time Chairman of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Lagos State Chapter. He is currently the Secretary General of African Public Relations Association, APRA.

It was a splendid Monday morning at the Grace Assembly, Yard 158, Oregun Ikeja, on December 24, 2012 when the crème de la crème of the Lagos high society gathered for a thanksgiving service to mark the 50th birthday anniversary of an illustrious Ijebu Prince, Lagos socialite and Nigeria’s Public Relations industry icon Mr. Yomi Badejo-Okusanya popularly known as YBO.

Eminent Nigerians from different walks of life, family members and friends honored YBO with their presence and good gesture at the service. Guest list include: Dame Abimbola Fashola, wife of the Lagos State Governor, representing His Excellency Governor Raji Babatunde Fashola, Professor Konyi Ajayi, Honorable Abike Dabiri Erewa, Senator Olorunbe Mamora, Mr. Lolu Akinwunmi, Chairman of APCON and Chief Executive Officer of Prima Garnet, Oba Adedapo Tejuosho represented by his three Distinguished Oloris among whom is YBO’ sister, Olori Bisi Tejuosho.

Others in attendance were board and management of CMC Connect Ltd (Perception Managers), an organisation founded by the celebrant and where he presently presides as the Managing Director. Top echelons of the Nigeria’s Integrated Marketing Communications industry and various regulatory bodies such as the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), Advertising Practitioners Council of Nigeria, Public Relations Consultants Association of Nigeria (PRCAN) and the African Public Relations Associations (APRA where the celebrant is currently the Secretary General)) were fully represented.

The church service was presided over by the Most Senior Pastor of the Grace Assembly, Pastor Femi Paul. He was assisted by Pastor Charles Abraham, Group Managing Director of the LTC Advertising Group, while Professor Konyi Ajayi, a Reverend, was the guest minister at the occasion.

In his sermon Pastor Paul admonish the celebrant to look back and reflect on the beginning of his 50 year journey on earth and be grateful to God for sparing him and placing him in enviable position in life. He drew analogy between the celebrant and the biblical seed planted and germinated good fruits and the vague seed that scattered bearing no good fruit. YBO, he said is the purposeful fruit that was planted and yielded great fruits.

According to Pastor Paul, the celebrant has influenced his community and the people that had come across him positively; creating and giving values to humanity.

Eulogising the celebrant, The First Lady of Lagos, Her Excellency Dame Abimbola Fashola said the humble and selfless nature of the celebrant have endeared him to many that have crossed his part. She congratulated his wife, Barrister Oyinkan Badejo-Okusanya and their son Kitan for being lucky to have a husband and father like the celebrant. She prayed for long life, good health and prosperity for the birthday man.

The thanksgiving service was climaxed with a breakfast and reception ceremony at the event centre of Yard 158. The reception was coordinated by ace comic act, Teju Babyface who was joined by other eminent highbrow comedians, Alibaba and Tee A.

Members of the Igbobi College Old Students Association, a body where the celebrant is a prominent member, were not left out. They came on stage to render the school song to the admiration of many.

As part of activities marking Mr. Badejo-Okusanya’s 50th Birthday Anniversary, there will be a colloquium on January 8, 2013 at the Agip Recital Hall, MUSON Centre, Onikan Lagos. The colloquium will be discussing the topic, Managing Nigeria’s Image: Whose Responsibility?

Keynote address will be delivered by the Honorable Minister of Information, Mr. Labaran Maku. The Honorable Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Olugbenga Ashiru, OFR will be the Special Guest, while Senator Ike Nwachukwu, CFR will be the Lead Speaker.

Signed:

Where will you be on the 8th of January 2013? Kick start the year with your country in mind. Join the conversation at the Colloquium - Theme: "Managing Nigeria's Image: Who's Responsibility".

Date: 8th January, 2013
Venue: Agip Recital Hall, MUSON Centre, Lagos
Time: 9.45am

Keynote Address: Mr. Labaran Maku (The Honourable Minister of Information - Federal Republic of Nigeria

Special Guest: Amb. Olugbenga Ashiru, OFR (The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs - Federal Republic of Nigeria

Lead Speaker: Senator Ike Nwachukwu, CFR - The Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs - Federal Republic of Nigeria

Discussants;
Mr. Lolu Akinwunmi, president, APCON

Alhaji Mohammed Abdullahi, NIPR President

Hon. Abike Daniri, Chairman, House Committee on Diaspora

Mr. Nduka Obaigbena, NPAN President
Mr. Seni Adetu, MR Guiness Nig. Plc (Marketing)
Mr. Kola Oyeyemi, ADVAN President

Prof. Ralph Akinfeleye, Chair & HOD, Mass Comm, UNILAG

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Seun the first runner up seems to me like the winner, i preffer his ads to the first one

Seun: Dear Nairaland Advertisers & Ad Designers,

We recently conducted a (2nd) Nairaland Ad Design contest to discover talented individuals who can design effective ads for our advertisers.

13 talented individuals satisfied the entry requirements of this contest, but only one of them could be picked as the winner of the coveted prize. His name is Jesse Yusufu (@yusufu16). Congrats!

We hereby present the gallery of valid entries submitted to this contest, and the contact details of the designers responsible for them:

WINNER:
@yusufu16: Jesse Yusufu / 08124380516
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@lightheart: Lightheart Designs / 08038297973
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@redcliff: VALENTINE OKOLI / redcliff016@yahoo.ca / 08139680985
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Nigerian Youth Merit Awards is an annual event that seeks to celebrate as well as recognize outstanding achievements by such young people. It also affords them the opportunity to meet and network as it’s the perfect platform to meet liberal, positive and purpose driven young men and women eager to make a difference in their worlds. This idea was well nurtured and brought into existence by Mr. Adeyeye Olusola Michael, Mr Fakayode Oluwatobi Johnson & Comrade Marvin Yobana.

Nigerian Youth Merit Awards will be held at the Civic Centre on November 30th, 2012

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In an attempt to stop the prevailing trend of unemployment amongst youths in Nigeria and to prepare them for opportunities in our emerging Economy, a social enterprise organization, the "Global Partners for Development Initiatives" lends its voice as it sets to host a NATIONAL YOUTH ECONOMIC SUMMIT taking place in Lagos,Nigeria.


The event, with the theme ‘POSITIONING THE YOUTH FOR ACTIVE PARTICIPATION IN AN EMERGING ECONOMY’ is scheduled to hold on the 29th and 30th of November at the prestigious Civic centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. And will feature renowned speakers who will be delivering contemporary lectures on key topics covering various sectors of the economy


Mr Michael Adeyeye, the project coordinator says, the summit will simulate the Nigerian Economy Summit attracting participants from all sectors of the economy and will also include interactive sessions, exhibitions and a job fair; It will host the flagging off ceremony of the National Mentorship Scheme, in which successful Entrepreneurs from all works of life take up promising young Entrepreneurs for a period of 1 year to learn, build their business acumen and network. He says registration is a very vital part of participation and encourages all to log on to www.nayes.org to register, follow the instructions and confirm their seats.

Adeyeye, who is deeply concerned about the state of the average Nigerian youth and how to involve them in building up the Economy hints that the 2-day event will climax with an awards ceremony on the second day which is tagged NIGERIAN YOUTH MERIT AWARDS. The Awards have previously been held in Abuja, the Federal Capital but was moved to Lagos this year for strategic reasons. The aim of the Youth Merit Awards is to recognize young people who against all odds have excelled and impacted lives positively in different sectors of the economy, irrespective of their social and academic backgrounds.

Speakers and guests expected at the event include Dr Ngozi Okonjo Iweala - coordinating Minister of the economy. Mr yinka Akande - DG, Manufacturers Association of Nigeria; Ituah Ighodalo - a partner at SIAO and Olakunle Sorinyin. Others are Mosunmola Umoru - Agricultural professional, Deji Fisho - Founder of Fortis Microfinance Bank, Mr Ahmed Kuru - MD of Enterprise Bank Ltd and Gavin Tokely - Founder Innohabitat UK, sustainable(Green) Real Estate Developers.

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BE HEARD: You have an idea and it seems nobody is actually listening to you, we understand how you feel, NAYES was created to increase the tempo of your voice and a platform to connect you with the people that will effect positive changes in your life, don’t die with your unsung song, denying your world an opportunity to benefit from you. Join talented youths to explore opportunities in Nigeria at NAYES http://www.facebook.com/nayes.page

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Lagos, Nigeria, June 2012 – MasterCard Worldwide has emphasised its support of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) Cash-less Nigeria initiative, with Omokehinde Ojomuyide, Country Manager, West Africa, MasterCard Worldwide lauding the project as one that will set the standard for economies across Africa and globally.

“The decision to change the way that Nigerian citizens conduct their payments behaviour is a brave one, and the CBN is blazing the trail ahead of its African counterparts in its commitment to reduce the amount of cash circulating in the economy,” says Ojomuyide.

“MasterCard has a shared objective with the CBN, in that our global vision is of a world beyond cash. We believe that with a pioneering initiative like Cash-less Nigeria in place, the country will soon reach a tipping point where innovative electronic payment systems will leapfrog the historical systems that have hindered economic growth historically,” she continued.

Ojomuyide comments that the CBN’s key partners in the success of the cash-less initiative are the financial sector, consumers and businesses.

“These stakeholders are the cogs around which the wheels of growth and development in Nigeria turn, and MasterCard has put strategic initiatives in place for each stakeholder in order to support the CBN in its quest to drive the development and modernization of the Nigerian payment system.”

In the delivery of this stakeholder strategy, MasterCard recently completed a series of intensive training workshops for Nigerian banks that focussed on demonstrating global payments industry best practices in issuance of payment cards by banks, and their acceptance as a secure payment method by retailers.

The training was held in the city of Lagos, where the first rollout of the cash-less economy policy is taking place with the Cash-less Lagos project. It focused on how Nigerian financial institutions can build effective business relationships with retailers, the vast majority of which have operated on a purely cash basis in the past.

“Training initiatives such as these are just one way we can work with our customer financial institutions and their retail customers, so that they are familiar with best practice in the move from accepting only cash in transactions to accepting non-cash payment systems. By moving to non-cash payments, banks, businesses and consumers will avoid the costs, risks and inefficiencies associated with carrying and handling cash.” says Ojomuyide.

“Cash is expensive to print, secure and distribute, it reduces the transparency of an economy, and it can negatively impact the government’s fiscus, which in turn reduces government’s ability to deliver services to its citizens,” says Ojomuyide.

MasterCard has also engaged with Nigerian consumers to encourage them to take the first step towards cashless purchases in a series of initiatives carefully designed to reveal the benefits of electronic payments. One such initiative was a collaboration with the Starwood group of hotels, in which hotel guests paying for their accommodation with a MasterCard payment card were offered a free breakfast for two.

“We are also particularly excited about our new MasterCard UEFA Champions League Competition,” says Ojomuyide. “We know that Nigerians are extremely passionate about football, so we have arranged that MasterCard cardholders who make a purchase using their card are eligible to win tickets to an exclusive fan viewing experience in Lagos, where they will enjoy a live broadcast of the 2012 UEFA Champions League final, direct from Munich.”

MasterCard has also engaged with businesses to reaffirm the benefits of a world beyond cash. Daniel Monehin, Division President, Sub-Sahara Africa, MasterCard Worldwide, highlighted the benefits of accepting electronic payments rather than cash for Nigerian businesses when he participated in a recent Young Entrepreneurs Forum that was sponsored by MasterCard.

“Many business owners seek the short term gains of a cash business, but in the long term, a dependence on cash prevents the enduring growth and the exponential success that is the goal of every committed entrepreneur,” he said at the event.

“Businesses that depend on cash transactions cannot grow their customer base beyond the individuals who can visit them in person to deliver cash payments. Similarly, they are limited to purchasing raw materials from suppliers to whom they can physically hand their payment. When a business is geared for electronic payments, it can grow its customer base – and its resource pool – far beyond the limitations of its immediate geographic area.”

The MasterCard team in Nigeria recently put the vision of living a cash-less life to the test by trying to use as little cash as possible for one month in Lagos. By doing so, they gained valuable insights into the transition to a world beyond cash in Nigeria.

“At times it was really difficult to avoid using cash,” says Kamil Olufowobi, Associate Vice President of Account Management for West African Business, MasterCard Worldwide. “However, where I was able to avoid using cash, I enjoyed the convenience and security that came with making purchases with a MasterCard payment card. The experience was a valuable one – and I will continue to work on reducing my use of cash in my day to day transactions,” he says.

“MasterCard’s products are already accepted in more than 210 countries and territories worldwide, giving the company extensive global experience and insight into cashless payments,” says Ojomuyide. “We look forward to working with Nigerian banks and retailers to facilitate the reduction of cash within their payment systems by offering innovative, safe and convenient payment alternatives to their customers. We remain unwavering in our commitment to support the Central Bank of Nigeria in its drive to significantly reduce the use of cash in the country’s economy.”

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About MasterCard
MasterCard (NYSE: MA), www.mastercard.com, is a global payments and technology company. It operates the world’s fastest payments processing network, connecting consumers, financial institutions, retailers, governments and businesses in more than 210 countries and territories. MasterCard’s products and solutions make everyday commerce activities – such as shopping, traveling, running a business and managing finances – easier, more secure and more efficient for everyone. Follow us on Twitter @MasterCardNews, join the conversation on The Heart of Commerce Blog and subscribe for the latest news.

Contacts
Aderayo Bankole, CMC Connect, aderayobankole@cmcconnect.com, +234 (0) 8032011455
Geraldine Trennery, Tribeca Public Relations, geraldinet@tribecapr.co.za, +27 (0) 82 677 5201

Survey reveals that now is the time for Nigerian entrepreneurs to embrace e-commerce

Lagos, Nigeria, 28 May 2012 – The latest MasterCard Worldwide Online Shopping Survey has revealed a strong positive sentiment towards online shopping in Nigeria, with 92% of Nigerians surveyed who had shopped online saying that they were extremely or very satisfied with their overall shopping experience.

Additionally, 57% of those Nigerians who had shopped online in the three months prior to the survey being conducted indicated that they would be very or quite likely to continue making purchases online over the following six months.

“Nigerian online shoppers believed there was a wider purchase choice online rather than offline, that shopping online was extremely convenient and easy, and that most goods were cheaper online than they were offline,” says Omokehinde Ojomuyide, Country Manager, West Africa, MasterCard Worldwide.

The most popular online shops among Nigerians were those that offered music downloads, books, CDs, DVDs, apps and computer software for sale, with travel and coupon or deal websites capturing the highest value of purchases.

The survey, which serves as a benchmark that measures consumers’ propensity to shop online, was conducted by MasterCard in 25 countries from 5 December 2011 to 6 January 2012 and involved 12,500 consumers aged between 18 and 641 who were asked questions about their online shopping habits. MasterCard has conducted the survey in other markets since 2009; however this was the first time that Nigeria was surveyed. The survey and its accompanying reports do not represent MasterCard financial performance.

Ojomuyide, explaining why MasterCard conducted this survey in Nigeria, says “MasterCard’s vision is to create a world beyond cash. We are spearheading a focussed drive towards a cashless society in Africa, where cashless transactions will assist in improving the lives of the continent’s people by removing the risks and expenses associated with carrying, using and handling cash.”

“Shopping online is just one way that Nigerians can reduce their dependence on cash payments, and MasterCard conducted this research to identify the factors that influence Nigerians’ sentiments towards online shopping,” she continues.

The research also explored the reasons why the majority (78%) of Nigerians surveyed do not currently shop online. Of this group, 59% said they were not sure that making transactions online was secure or safe, 43% said they simply preferred to shop in-store to look at the physical products and an additional 40% raised their concerns about the time it would take for items to be delivered to them.

“Online security is a priority for MasterCard, and we work closely with our customer financial institutions and retailers in Nigeria to ensure that MasterCard cardholders can have the highest level of confidence when shopping online, and that retailers can gain greater assurance about the identity of the customer completing a purchase,” says Ojomuyide. “Using a MasterCard credit or debit card allows customers to make payments quickly and efficiently on a variety of secure websites – both Nigerian and international. We are working hard to grow the number of online retailers in the region who accept payment via a MasterCard card.”

Interestingly, 59% of respondents who had made an online purchase in the last three months had done so from an international website. There were however clear indications in the survey results that Nigerians are willing to shop locally, with online shoppers saying that they believe that buying through a Nigerian website would be faster (38%), more convenient (33%) and cheaper (32%).

“These findings are an obvious note for entrepreneurs that Nigerians who are shopping online see the value in purchasing locally, which creates a considerable business opportunity for them to enter this exciting retail sector now, while it is still its early growth stage,” says Ojomuyide.

The survey also highlighted some helpful recommendations for Nigerian entrepreneurs planning to enter this retail sector. When asked what features would encourage online shoppers to shop online even more, 78% of respondents suggested more user-friendly websites, 76% said enhanced payment security and 60% said no additional service charges.

Another interesting finding of the survey was that 93% of respondents were equipped with the ability to access the Internet through their mobile phones, and that 25% of these respondents had either recently made a purchase online using their mobile phone or were planning to do so within the next six months.

“While the world of online shopping may be relatively new to Nigerians, the world of mobile phone ownership certainly is not.” said Ojomuyide. “MasterCard believes there is a huge opportunity for online shopping growth in Nigeria utilising mobile phones, and we are actively working with Nigerian banks and other business organisations to advise on the development of mobile payment solutions.”

“Shopping online is becoming increasingly popular globally, as consumers realise the benefits of shopping from the comfort of their office or home, or with the convenience of their Internet-enabled mobile phone. The results of this survey show that, while online shopping in Nigeria is still in the early stages of growth, the country’s citizens are beginning to experience the considerable benefits that it can offer firsthand,” concludes Ojomuyide.

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MasterCard and its Suite of Research Properties
The MasterCard Worldwide Index suite in Asia/Pacific, Middle East and Africa includes the long-running MasterCard Worldwide Index of Consumer Confidence, as well as the MasterCard Worldwide Index of Women’s Advancement, Online Shopping, Index of Financial Literacy, and the Index of Global Destination Cities. In addition to the Indices, MasterCard’s research properties also include a range of consumer surveys including Ethical Spending and a series on Consumer Purchasing Priorities (covering Travel, Dining & Entertainment, Education, Money Management, Luxury and General Shopping).

MasterCard also regularly releases Insights reports providing analysis of business dynamics, financial policies and regulatory activities in the Asia/Pacific, Middle East and Africa region. Over 80 Insights reports have been produced since 2004.

About MasterCard
MasterCard (NYSE: MA), www.mastercard.com, is a global payments and technology company. It operates the world’s fastest payments processing network, connecting consumers, financial institutions, merchants, governments and businesses in more than 210 countries and territories. MasterCard’s products and solutions make everyday commerce activities – such as shopping, traveling, running a business and managing finances – easier, more secure and more efficient for everyone. Follow us on Twitter @MasterCardNews, join the discussion on the Cashless Conversations Blog and subscribe for the latest news.

Contacts
Aderayo Bankole, CMC Connect, aderayobankole@cmcconnect.com, +234 (0) 8032011455
Geraldine Trennery, Tribeca Public Relations, geraldinet@tribecapr.co.za, +27 (0) 82 677 5201

LAGOS, Nigeria – April, 2012: MasterCard continues to demonstrate its support of the Cashless Nigeria initiative by incentivising its cardholders to go cashless. The most recent project launched to promote cashless payments is in celebration of MasterCard’s continued sponsorship of the UEFA Champions League, in which MasterCard cardholders can win the ultimate football fan viewing experience.
Eight hundred lucky MasterCard cardholders, with their partners, will win tickets to a UEFA Champions League Final 2012 Fan Viewing Experience, hosted by MasterCard on 19 May 2012 in Lagos. In addition, three lucky MasterCard cardholders will be chosen in a lucky draw to enjoy MasterCard hospitality at the UEFA finals event in Munich.
MasterCard cardholders in Nigeria simply need to use their payment cards to make a purchase by mid-May 2012 and they will automatically be entered into the competition.
The MasterCard Fan Viewing Experience will be an invitation-only event hosted in Lagos with a live feed of the UEFA Champions League Final 2012 from Munich. The 800 lucky MasterCard cardholder winners, along with their partners will be accompanied by Nigerian football legends and other VIP guests.
“In support of the Cashless Nigeria project initiated by the Nigerian Central Bank, MasterCard is incentivising our cardholders to transact with their MasterCard cards to stand a chance of winning great prizes. Our sponsorship of one of the world’s leading football tournaments allows us to bring the game to the very passionate football fans of Nigeria and simultaneously offer a payments platform which is convenient, safe and secure,” says Omokehinde Ojomuyide, Country Manager, West Africa, MasterCard Worldwide.
Ojomuyide points out that while the competition is only open to MasterCard cardholders, Nigerians who do not at present hold MasterCard payment cards, can request one from participating banks. Once their cards have been issued, new cardholders can ensure their entry into the competition by making at least one purchase using their card before the closing date of the competition.
“We are excited by our sponsorship of the UEFA Champions League and look forward to bringing our MasterCard cardholders the best possible football experience. The initiative is an exclusive on the continent with Nigeria being the only market to which MasterCard has opened the competition,” concluded Ojomuyide.

Note to Editor:
Additional terms and conditions:
The competition ends mid-May 2012, with the 800 winners being notified by MasterCard, and is open to all MasterCard cardholders from participating Nigerian banks. Terms and conditions apply.

Contacts:
CMC Connect - Tinu Adelegan, tinuadelegan@cmcconnect.com
07052777488

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MasterCard Worldwide in association with Singapore Committee for UN Women and the academic partner INSEAD, are calling for youth change makers worldwide to submit their pitch ideas for Project Inspire: 5 Minutes to Change the World.
PROJECT INSPIRE is a competition that is open to young women from the Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa who are inspired and ready to create a better world for women and girls through entrepreneurship ideas.
The winning pitch team will be awarded a USD 25,000 Women’s Empowerment grant to empower disadvantaged women and girls in Africa, Asia/Pacific and the Middle East. Participants are to come up with a life changing empowerment project ideas that can help women and girls achieve sustainable livelihoods through entrepreneurship.

Women all over the world are facing obstacles to advancement that restrict their ability to play significant roles in their communities and the broader society. For a long time they have lagged far behind men in key socio-economic indicators that place them at a huge disadvantage. According to the United Nations’ World's Women 2010: Trends and Statistics, Two thirds of the 774 million adult illiterates worldwide are women, the same proportion for the past 20 years and across most regions,

In an effort to empower women in Nigeria, Project Inspire 2012 is calling on inspired youth to take action and create a better world for women and girls through entrepreneurship. The winning prize of US$25 000 will be used to support an existing women’s empowerment program aimed at helping women and girls in Asia/Pacific, the Middle East or Africa attain sustained livelihood through entrepreneurship
To take part in Project Inspire 2012, Nigerian youth (18-35 years old) should submit a 5-minute video pitch (or one-page written proposal) that details their inspired idea to the world.
Entries must show creativity and sustainable impact in the lives of women and girls across Asia/Pacific, the Middle East and Africa and also must meet the following requirements: The Programme must enable disadvantaged women and girls attain sustained livelihood through entrepreneurship; Beneficiaries must be women or girls in Asia/Pacific, Middle East or Africa; and It must be an existing women’s empowerment programme.
Explaining the idea behind the concept, Georgette Tan, Group Head, Communications, Asia/Pacific, Middle East & Africa, MasterCard Worldwide, “Project Inspire is not only a platform but a call to action for today’s youth to do more to help women and girls. We encourage this year’s participants to submit their most creative, inspiring and impactful pitches for a chance to help change the world.”
According to Trina Liang-Lin President, Singapore Committee for UN Women, “Project Inspire is about creating opportunities for underprivileged women and girls to have a better future. Opening the call for Project Inspire 2012 submissions on International Women’s Day is the perfect way to celebrate this momentous date. We welcome inspiring ideas from youth and support from the global community to spread the word about this innovative competition”.
Last year, over 450 video and written submissions were received from teams representing over 50 countries. During the Grand Finals, 10 shortlisted finalists presented to a live judging panel of business leaders, social entrepreneurship experts and established NGO officers for a final pitch for the grand prize grant.
The competition was eventually won by The Hapinoy Program, which is working to help women micro-entrepreneurs in Southern Luzon, Philippines. The Hapinoy team is using the US$25,000 Women’s Empowerment grant to amplify the reach and impact of its micro-entrepreneurship program that is supporting women small business owners across the Philippines.
2012 intending participants can submit their entries through: www.5minutestochangetheworld.org/get_involved.php and for more information about the project Inspire: refer to http://5minutestochangetheworld.org/about.php
The project, which is organized to mark the International Women’s Day, will see entries closed on Saturday, June 30, 2012.