Sometime last week, I was priviledged to meet the graceful Mrs. Folorunsho Alakija, Nigerian billionaire businesswoman, philanthropist and Africa’s second richest woman. I spent over 3 hours in her office where we had some interesting conversations. I find the story of her life and acquisition of her oil blocks hugely instructive and thought to share some with you below. It didn’t begin all rosy for her, either. In her own words, she narrates how, despite spotting key loopholes in the petroleum sector, doing stressful paper works, documentations et al, they were declined operating license on several occasions. It’s quite a long read, but the lessons are worth the time. – Isaac Oladipupo

Our foray into the oil business was not at all planned. Like so many other things in life, God ordained this venture through grace. In January 1991, a friend approached us with request for assistance with the sourcing of Nigerian crude oil for export to America by an American company. We sought an appointment with the Nigerian Petroleum Minister, who explained that there was very little margin for lifting crude oil, and that the company should be invited to invest in Nigeria instead of exporting oil to America. We delivered the invitation to invest locally, but the American company declined the offer. Out interest in the Petroleum industry now roused we offered that the company would facilitate the transportation of crude oil from one location to another. The Petroleum Minister turned us down again, this time on the basis that pipelines would soon be laid and render the service obsolete. On a third visit, we came armed with an introductory letter... Read More at www.topnaija.ng/how-i-made-it-big-in-oil-business-folorunsho-alakija/

In a world where we are faced with towering levels of responsibilities, it has become common for adults to take on two or more jobs to earn more money and make ends meet. Whether it’s to support one’s education, help a loved one financially, or simply to make sure that we are financially secured, acquiring more than one job is no longer out of the ordinary. We’re now more adaptive to our environment and the endless changes that cross our paths, making us braver to step ahead from mediocrity. In this modern age, advanced technology is something that people take advantage of. It has now become a platform where work is done faster and where communication is easier.

Through these conduits, entrepreneurs and job-seeking individuals have become dependent on the internet. For some however, earning extra can still be done the old-fashioned way. Your skill set and internal strength define what services you can offer. If you’re thinking about expanding your horizons and taking on a new source of income, you have come to the right place. Here’s a list of jobs that can help provide the extra earnings that you need:

1. TUTOR ONLINE This has become a common part-time job for some who already have day jobs. The good thing about being an online tutor is that you are totally in control of your time. Most online tutors provide English lessons to non-English speaking individuals from countries like South Korea or China.

2. BE AN ONLINE WRITER This is another common part-time job for job seekers. Although this is a little bit more complex than being an online tutor, getting a job as online writer is a surefire way to broaden your knowledge about something you haven’t encountered before. READ 9 Habits Of Super Performing Leaders

3. POST VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE Social media channels like Youtube offer their users a fun, engaging way to earn by simply posting videos on their site. Clips that contain pornographic, offensive and/or inappropriate material are big deal-breakers. Remember, if you want to make money online, do it in a decent way.

4. INVEST IN STOCKS Stock investment is an area that entrepreneurs usually take part in. By investing your money through stocks and bonds in the international market, there’s a risk that you need to be prepared for. If you think you have enough courage to put your savings out there, then go for it. Just make sure you have a financial advisor to monitor your progress.

5. BECOME A FREELANCE CONSULTANT If you have a broad knowledge of a certain subject, like accounting, law, or sales, then this kind of part-time job is the right one for you. Assess your own previous experiences that have helped you become an expert in your field. Employers are now willing to hire freelancers to cover their short-term projects.

6. Read more here http://www.topnaija.ng/12-ways-to-earn-more-money-while-you-have-a-full-time-job/

American singer, Alicia Keys has always been a fan of Ayo ‘Wizkid’ Balogun, her Nigerian counterpart — but now, she’s in “love” with him. From sharing videos of herself and husband, Swizz Beatz, vibing to Wizkid’s song; to promoting his music, Alicia Keys has proven to be one of his biggest cheerleaders. In a recent interview, the singer spoke about the possibility of a future collaboration with the Nigerian singer. Watch the video at www.topnaija.ng/video-why-i-love-wizkid-and-may-collaborate-with-him-soon-alicia-keys/

Sometime last week, I was priviledged to meet the graceful Mrs. Folorunsho Alakija, Nigerian billionaire businesswoman, philanthropist and Africa’s second richest woman. I spent over 3 hours in her office where we had some interesting conversations. I find the story of her life and acquisition of her oil blocks hugely instructive and thought to share some with you below. It didn’t begin all rosy for her, either. In her own words, she narrates how, despite spotting key loopholes in the petroleum sector, doing stressful paper works, documentations et al, they were declined operating license on several occasions. It’s quite a long read, but the lessons are worth the time. – Isaac Oladipupo

Our foray into the oil business was not at all planned. Like so many other things in life, God ordained this venture through grace. In January 1991, a friend approached us with request for assistance with the sourcing of Nigerian crude oil for export to America by an American company. We sought an appointment with the Nigerian Petroleum Minister, who explained that there was very little margin for lifting crude oil, and that the company should be invited to invest in Nigeria instead of exporting oil to America. We delivered the invitation to invest locally, but the American company declined the offer. Out interest in the Petroleum industry now roused we offered that the company would facilitate the transportation of crude oil from one location to another. The Petroleum Minister turned us down again, this time on the basis that pipelines would soon be laid and render the service obsolete. On a third visit, we came armed with an introductory letter offering catering services to oil rig workers, but this time the Minister advised us on the Federal Government’s interest in developing the Nigerian petroleum industry by using indigenous concessionaires to facilitate and boost the transfer of oil exploration and production technology to Nigerians.

We were quite discouraged and felt we were being politely told that the oil business was not meant for small fries like us. After the initial shock, we braced up and went back to the drawing board to take up the challenge. After a steep learning curve, we began to look for partners, as we neither had the millions of dollars required nor the technological expertise to even know where to begin our foray into the oil business. We eventually found a Scandinavian company willing to team up with us, and we applied for an Oil Exploration License for several oil blocks we would explore. The application process took so long that the holders of the post of Petroleum Minister changed twice, and we had to reapply several times. About a year and a half later, in mid 1992, an acknowledgment finally came. But the actual application process required so many documents that we went through many sleepless nights, offered several prayers and even fasted for many months before the license was finally granted towards the end of the third year, in 1993 precisely, to the glory of God. On close examination, we realized that we had the license to a block no oil company had really wanted. Our oil block had originally been allocated to a multinational oil corporation, StatOil, which had rejected and returned it to the government. That is no surprise to me now – it was a deep water off-shore block of over 1,500 feet deep. This meant exploration was too expensive; in fact, at the time, the technology necessary to reach that water depth had not even been invented. The license therefore seemed worth no more than the paper it was written on.

Though licensed in 1993, our company did not commence full operations until 1996 under the name of Famfa Oil Ltd. In collaboration with Texaco Nig. Ltd., which was later taken over by Chevron and run by its affiliate, Star Deep Water Petroleum Ltd. despite its partnership with international oil companies, Famfa Oil Ltd. is a true family business. My husband, Modupe is Chairman, I am Executive Vice Chairman, and our four sons are Executive Directors. It is to the glory of God that I am the only female in a family concession of a world-class oil block.

Read More at topnaija.ng/how-i-made-it-big-in-oil-business-folorunsho-alakija/ © TopNaija | Follow @TopNaija

Nollywood veteran, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde recently had an unsusual conversation with a teenager who approached her and called her his “spiritual mother”. The actress, who shared a video of the encounter, said the boy walked up to her on the set of a movie shoot and said he was told that she birthed him, spiritually. She further noted that “this is like the second time this has happened to me”. Read below, the transcribed version of the conversation. Omotola: So, who told you that I’m your mother? Spiritual son: It’s a man I was staying with at Niger state. Omotola: He told you I’m the one that gave birth to you, that you should come to Lagos and look for Omotola?

Spiritual son: No, he did not tell me physically. It’s something spiritual. Omotola: So like a spiritual awakening, like a vision? Spiritual son: No, not vision. Just like a spiritual message. Omotola: But you first said you want to apologise to me. Why are you begging me? If I’m your mother, why are you apologising to me? Spiritual son: I thought you won’t understand. Omotola: So spiritually I gave birth to you but I didn’t give birth to you physically? Spiritual son: Yes. Omotola: Are you okay? What’s your name? Son: My name is Chinonso. Omotola: Your name is Chinonso… So I left Yoruba land to go and give birth to you spiritually in Igbo land.

Read More at topnaija.ng/see-the-conversation-between-realomosexy-and-her-spiritual-son/

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Controversial national leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC is fast regaining his fitness after last month’s knee surgery in the USA. After making a joint appearance with fellow colleague Muhammadu Buhari in Manchester, United Kingdom last Saturday, the influential politician is taking his gym sessions very seriously. The video below should dispel all speculations about his ill-health. http://soarnaija.com/?p=4432

Source: www.SoarNaija.com

AUDITIONS AUDITIONS AUDITIONS!!!
An international luxury lifestyle magazine is set to audition for female models who will grace the front cover of its maiden and subsequent editions. Interested models are invited for interviews at:
19, Adetokunbo Ademola Street, Victoria Island, Lagos | 12noon | Thursday September 5th 2013.
For enquiries, please contact Teni on 08094166725!

Great Opportunity! Learn ‘Social Media for Photographers’ From the Masters


Information is never enough; only skills bring success.

On Tuesday 20th August 2013, The Ephraim Photography Agency will kick off a groundbreaking training session of its Social Media for Photographers stream.

The workshop, which will be run in partnership with Delaja Daniel Photography and SoarNaija is intended at empowering professional and aspiring photographers with practical knowledge and skills for creating wealth through social media.

The training workshop will use the best minds and professionals in the business to give participants proven insights into engaging audience and building brand recognitions across social media channels, so as to stand out in the photography industry.

“Social Media for Photographers presents another opportunity for Ephraim Photography Agency to provide the required social media leverage to enterprising young people in the field of photography, said Project Director, Toni Okhakhu-Osigue. “It’s part of our ongoing commitment to developing enterprise in Nigeria’s youth population and we are grateful to our partners who have built the capacity to present a world class training session to young people at affordable costs.”

The facilitators for the photography workshop include Dayo Ayeni (Certified Social Media Strategist, Social Media Institute, Santiago, Chile), Isaac Oladipupo (Founder, Mediawise Networks & Social Media Manager, Daystar Christian Centre) and many more. The Social Media for Photographers workshop will hold at 3A, Allen Lane, Off Allen Venue, Ikeja Lagos. The workshop is subsidized at a flat rate of N5, 000.

Prospective students should make their payment to Ephraim Photography Agency GTBank Account Number: 0012 0855 60. Details of payment and general enquiries can be forwarded to Adenike on 0805 052 1234, 0802 547 6986 or ephraimphptpgraphy@gmail.com.

Great Opportunity! Learn ‘Social Media for Photographers’ From the Masters


Information is never enough; only skills bring success.

On Tuesday 20th August 2013, The Ephraim Photography Agency will kick off a groundbreaking training session of its Social Media for Photographers stream.

The workshop, which will be run in partnership with Delaja Daniel Photography and SoarNaija is intended at empowering professional and aspiring photographers with practical knowledge and skills for creating wealth through social media.

The training workshop will use the best minds and professionals in the business to give participants proven insights into engaging audience and building brand recognitions across social media channels, so as to stand out in the photography industry.

“Social Media for Photographers presents another opportunity for Ephraim Photography Agency to provide the required social media leverage to enterprising young people in the field of photography, said Project Director, Toni Okhakhu-Osigue. “It’s part of our ongoing commitment to developing enterprise in Nigeria’s youth population and we are grateful to our partners who have built the capacity to present a world class training session to young people at affordable costs.”

The facilitators for the photography workshop include Dayo Ayeni (Certified Social Media Strategist, Social Media Institute, Santiago, Chile), Isaac Oladipupo (Founder, Mediawise Networks & Social Media Manager, Daystar Christian Centre) and many more. The Social Media for Photographers workshop will hold at 3A, Allen Lane, Off Allen Venue, Ikeja Lagos. The workshop is subsidized at a flat rate of N5, 000.

Prospective students should make their payment to Ephraim Photography Agency GTBank Account Number: 0012 0855 60. Details of payment and general enquiries can be forwarded to Adenike on 0805 052 1234, 0802 547 6986 or ephraimphptpgraphy@gmail.com.

A foremost blog is seeking young, brilliant and creative female writers to fill the vacant of position of the Lead Blogger in its Lagos office.

JOB TITLE: LEAD BLOGGER
LOCATIONS: LAGOS
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Generating feature ideas for publication and reporting to the features editor
• Writing well composed articles and being able to meet deadlines
• Doing interesting interviews with personalities and celebrities
• Attending events and reporting for the publication
• Proofreading and making sure articles are blog worthy
• Flexible with time especially when pressed to go to press
• Creative flair and ability to work as part of a team with little or no supervision

Applications and CVs should be sent by email to: mediawiseng@gmail.com. Enquiries: 08155116697.
NB: The deadline for all applications is one week from the date of this advertisement.

A foremost blog is seeking young, brilliant and creative female writers to fill the vacant of position of the Lead Blogger in its Lagos office.

JOB TITLE: LEAD BLOGGER
LOCATIONS: LAGOS
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Generating feature ideas for publication and reporting to the features editor
• Writing well composed articles and being able to meet deadlines
• Doing interesting interviews with personalities and celebrities
• Attending events and reporting for the publication
• Proofreading and making sure articles are blog worthy
• Flexible with time especially when pressed to go to press
• Creative flair and ability to work as part of a team with little or no supervision

Applications and CVs should be sent by email to: mediawiseng@gmail.com. Enquiries: 08155116697.
NB: The deadline for all applications is one week from the date of this advertisement.

Are you a Stunning Model? Ready to take your Modeling Career on a flight to New Levels with Global Exposure?

Here’s an incredible opportunity to get on board an exciting experience with a modern and trendy lifestyle magazine primed to be ahead of the pack. Interested models should send their details {Names, Brief Profile, Height, Picture and Phone Number} to mediawiseng@gmail.com for an immediate interview on July 11, 2013 by 3pm at 19, Adetokunbo Ademola Street, Victoria Island, Lagos. Enquiries 08027855262.

Are you a Stunning Model? Ready to take your Modeling Career on a flight to New Levels with Global Exposure?

Here’s an incredible opportunity to get on board an exciting experience with a modern and trendy lifestyle magazine primed to be ahead of the pack. Interested models should send their details {Names, Brief Profile, Height, Phone Numbers} to mediawiseng@gmail.com today. Shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. Enquiries: 08027855262

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