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Google.com.ng now has a Search in Pidgin Interface option. Check out the pidgin option in the screenshot below.

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To activate the interface, click on pidgin on Google.com.ng.

The interface includes several pidgin adaptations such as:

Instead of "Google.com.ng offered in," it reads "Google.com.ng wey don give"
Instead of "About Google," it reads "Everything wey you need to know about Google"
Instead of "I'm feeling lucky," it reads "I dey feel lucky"

And many more,

How una see am?

http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/10/07/google-launches-search-interface-in-pidgin-english-i-dey-feel-lucky/

Omo the guy sabi spit. LEVELZ!

By Yusuf Pappa Tomiwa

These thoughts have been gathering at the back of my mind for a while now. Like dust, they haven’t exactly settled together in a place but i’ve decided the dawn of birth has set upon them.
Talk of Nigeria dividing/separating whichever word best describes ‘secession’ has been ongoing long before i knew it’s meaning and lately it’s been ringing everywhere. In Mosques, Churches, Schools, and even in my small head. Initially, the debate was on what would divide the country fastest; Tribalism or Religion? Now, stemming from incessant bombings by ‘You-know-who’ in the North (mostly) all fingers seem to be pointing towards the religious perimeter.
Last Thursday (August 25th), some ‘gun-men’ struck just about 25 minutes drive to where i was then. They killed 4 Policemen, a Soldier, several civilians and robbed two notable banks. It made the news, not just locally because i later saw it on Yahoo news. It was easily concluded to have been the work of ‘You-know-who’ judging by their modus operandi. I shouldn’t nauseate you with more gory tales here but this isolated incident got my brain-box in overdrive. Questions came flooding in naturally like mosquitoes in rainy season. Could it have been ‘You-know-who?’, What was their overall plan? Was it division? If yes, along what parameters; religious or tribal?

A lot of people are already clamouring for separation emphasizing that it’s the best panacea for Nigeria’s problems. I always disappoint most when I disagree it’s not. Here’s what I think;
* Nigeria is foremost a ‘political’ entity not a tribal or religious one
* Political entity translates into ‘united by politics’ which in reality means ends, means, resources etc or to be precise crude ‘oil’ economics
* Tribalism and religion divides rather than unites us as a people. Incessant ethno-religious conflicts in the country attests to this fact (e.g perennial Jos crisis). Even with Massob, Arewa, Omo O’dua etc it is as glaring as day that there’s still factionalism within these groups and the tribes they claim to represent.
* I also believe the same reason Nigeria won’t split is part of why NYSC hasn’t been scrapped. So, in the event of separation (if it ever were possible) by any tribe, i foresee, division after separation, followed by fragmentation and then eventual dis-integration.
This leads me back to thoughts of ‘You-know-who’ and their elusive overall motive. At best, their stated grievances/goals/agenda are flimsy and untenable. Their virulence seem to be directed at ‘Western influence’ with emphasis on ‘Islami-sation’ of the country. I don’t doubt it’s a bad idea but they should answer this question first; Should we do away with Western influence/education but retain the bombs, ammunitions, weaponry, and motorcycles used by them in their operations yet were manufactured by Western influence/education? I’m waiting…
Seeing as their actions/activities belie their ’cause’, i’ve arrived at these ‘thoughts’ about them.
* I would like to think they are copycats of MEND or arose from the pursuits of similar interests i.e recognition from FG.
* I also think secession is not the overall goal (and i think choosing this option would enrage them further just like the strong arm measures currently in place e.g JTF)
* I think creating a ‘war hysteria’ (condition of general insecurity) had been part of the plan all along.
* I think they are not as ubiquitous and organised as they make believe.
* I think ‘copy-cat miscreants’ are thriving in the ‘war hysteria’ created by ‘You-know-who’. It’s a mutual relationship beneficial to both parties. (I still think last Thursday’s incident and some others before it were copy jobs not ‘You-know-who’)
* I think the fact that FG’s not giving them recognition, or considering amnesty/official pay-off for them but is doing/did the same for MEND is part of what irks them most.
* I think withdrawing the JTF even temporarily would give a clearer picture of what they want and are really about.
* I think finding out why their erstwhile leader was ‘silenced’ abruptly in custody would be a good place to start getting tangible results.
Invariably, these are just conjectures/theories and i do not claim to have the best understanding of these issues raised here, afterall, I’m just one head in 162 million!
http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/08/31/opinion-should-nigeria-split-up-2/

In a recent interview with 234Next, Chocolate City Group executives, Audu Maikori, Yahaya Maikori, and Paul Okeugo revealed that the label is in search of a Beyonce-calibre female singing star.

“Ideally, the new choc girl will be the complete package: physically appealing, good voice, stage presence, and able to speak intelligently when interviewed by the press,” NEXT reports them to have said.

The Chocolate City execs so far  appear to be impressed by Kele Kele Love singer, Tiwa Savage. On her performance at the Crack Ya Ribs comedy show with Julius Agwu, Chocolate City boss Audu Maikori said ”She was fantastic. She worked the crowd, danced, and was just captivating.”

The execs further revealed that “What has eluded every female musician in Nigeria thus far is a runaway club hit like Ice Prince’s Oleku, or his latest track, ‘Super Star’, or Mo’Hits’ ‘Give it to Me’.”

The label is currently on the look out for promising female talents that could hopefully become the next “Choc Chic.”

http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/08/30/chocolate-city-group-in-search-of-beyonce-calibre-female-singing-star/

By Abiola Olaifa

I was born to a Christian father and a Muslim mother. My mum later converted to Christianity as our cultural belief is that any religion practised by the head of the house, is the religion for the family. My mum’s conversion to Christianity was without any troubles from her kinfolks since it was believed that we serve the same God. I have relations, friends and neighbours who are Muslims, we all co-habit and live in peace in the same neighbourhood, my mum’s Islamic background gave me a good knowledge of Islam and I can easily recite some of the quranic quotes. I did not for once doubt this religion as a religion of peace. We all live together in harmony, believing that we are serving the same God, but in different ways.

At Christmas, our Muslim friends and family visits my home, we have one or two Sheeps ready to go for the big Christmas celebration, we all eat, danced and partied together. The same is the case when it is time for the Muslim’s Sallah festival, we all gather in my Uncles, who already have their Rams ready for the slaughter, these are always exciting moments for us. We also enjoyed playing with and using the Rams for fights before they are slaughtered and these are great moment of excitement for us kids. We do not see ourselves as being religious enemies or opposite or unequal before God in whatsoever way. We were happy together and we often attend one Islamic lectures or the other in my uncle’s home from the Alfa’s that visit for prayers on weekends, this are equally very happy moments for us as we are sure that we will have some food to eat at the end of the prayer session.

The recent event is throwing this happy inter-religious relationship into the winds, not only am I getting worried about the latest developments, I am equally saddened by the appalling and heartless killings going on in Nigeria at the moment through suicide bombings. I have not been able to fathom the immediate reason for this, except accepting this as a sure sign of the end times. Does it mean that those practising Islam before are doing it the wrong way or a new version of Quran has just been invented which is very hostile to the opposite religion? If the Quran is still same one used by the Alfa’s in my uncle’s home, then we are in for a new inconceivable disaster.

The spokesperson for Boko Haram, the Islamic extremist group recently claimed responsibility for the bombing of UN Building in Abuja, in a phone call to BBC. He claimed further that there are more than 100 recruits ready to carry out more suicide attacks in Nigeria, just after the country was thrown into panic on the 26th of August 2011. It broke my heart to hear that this act is being perpetrated because of God and the need to Islamise Nigeria. This group reason that killing innocent people is a sure way to achieve their aim of winning people to Islam. I beckon on these newly recruited bombers to be wary of the effect of these heinous attacks on our world and the psychic of the people, no one with his right senses will change to Islam if you continue with these activities. Violence has never been and will never be the right way.

I am confident that these killings are not for God, but purely to make political statement. It could not have been for God if you must shed human blood for sacrifice to the same God, who they ironically say also wants to save the world. I have believed based on teachings from the Alfa’s visiting my Uncle, my mother and personal discovery that God should be some humble-spirit, interested in saving the world and a comfort to those in trouble and that we pray to about our problems and he helps us through it. I am now beginning to have a change of mind, if these killers are saying they are committing all this crime in the name God and that God will make them martyrs if they are able to kill so much people, then this God must be different from the God I have previously known. This is a serious and dangerous consternation to my long held belief about Islam and I am absolutely startled.

I have many questions going on in my head that I sure need answers to; what do you aim to achieve by killing those you choose to convert. If the reason you give is to change the unbelievers to accept Islam, how would a dead person accept Islam? Must violence be the way to make your voice heard? Has God instructed you to carry out these unlawful killings or is this politically motivated? If this God makes you a Martyr as you claim, would you be happy by how many people your sect lands in hell through sudden death, since they have no time to repent of their sins. Why must you create so much fear and panic to the world to impress your views on others?

I am of the opinion that if God has ordered this killing as these suicide bombers claims and the same God is happy with what they are doing, then I do not want to be associated with this God. He must be a God with no human face and I dissociate myself from such heartless God. Also if you are perpetrating these evil acts out of the need to be made a martyr and have a place in Al-Jannah as you claim, then it’s a big shame, I equally do not want to be associated with such a materialistic religion.

I have a personal message for the over 100 suicide bombers still left in Nigeria as claimed by Boko Haram, who are ready to attack at any moment. Please stop and think for once, your next victims may be your brother or sister. Do not be deceived, you have no mansion and beautiful bride waiting for you in heaven, but hell. Sit back and think before you strike. It is not fair on the already volatile planet, there is so much panic and pain, and what joy do you get in that. I have spoken to many Muslims and confident that this killing is not Islamic, let us all hold tight and pray for these religious asinine to stop this unnecessary killings, they are not heroes at all as they believe, but criminals. The world now live in fear because of these extremist groups, let us pray for this evil acts to stop and for the perpetrators to be caught and brought to justice. Let us pray for the repose of the soul of the dead and for the peace of the world.

http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/08/30/opinion-to-the-100-suicide-bombers-left-in-nigeria/

Ghana’s economy grew by a whooping 20.15% in the first half of this year according to Economy Watch.  Economy Watch tracks economic statistics including GDP growth rates across the world from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) This year, Ghana’s nominal growth rate in the first half put it ahead of many several emerging economies, including China, Qatar, India, Angola and many others.

http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/08/11/ghana-is-currently-the-worlds-fastest-growing-economy-in-2011/

So Lagos sabi fine like this?  More here http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/08/11/pictures-how-lagos-looked-in-the-60s-70s-and-80s-better-than-today/

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Ayo, a strategy game popular in West Africa just launched in the Android market! The developers have developed the game into an engaging and interactive app. Check it out!! http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/08/03/west-african-game-ayo-launches-on-android-market/

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Jason’s company, Nollywood Love/Iroko Partners started only about a year ago and already, it has over 40 staff and is anticipating making about $1 million in revenue by the end of 2011. His company digitizes Nollywood content and signs exclusive content partnership deals with Nollywood producers. Watch the interview here http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/08/01/video-jason-njoku-of-nollywood-love-featured-on-cnn-african-voices/

Karen the most dramatic Big Brother Amplified contestant ever just won BBA for Naija. Congrats girl!

Huawei’s popular $100 Android Smartphone, Ideos has been a hit in Kenya quickly becoming a best seller after launching less than a year ago. For the first quater of this year, it was the most popular smart phone in Kenya beating previous favorites such as the Blackberry and the iPhone. Read this post to learn more about how well the Ideos did in Kenya this year.

The Ideos’ advantages are glaring. It is very affordable and in a region like Africa where earnings by citizens are so low, this is a massive attraction.

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In terms of features, the phone runs on Android 2.2 with a touch screen, has up to 16GB storage and has the ability to be transformed into a 3G Wi-Fi hostpot that can connect up to 8 devices.

Hearing about Huawei’s success with marketing the phone in Kenya begs the question, will it do well in other African markets? With such fast acquisition rates, it could easily be the catalyst for promoting wide spread adoption of smart phones in other parts of Africa. Currently low end and feature phones are prevalent among majority of Africans. However, the affordability of the Ideos and its ability to provide previous low end phone users with access to the Internet could make a world of difference in boosting Internet penetration rates in many countries in Africa.

A key market of course is Nigeria. With over 83 million cellular phone subscribers (according to the Nigerian Communications Commission, the NCC), Nigeria is an attractive market for testing the impact a phone like the Ideos can make in increasing smart phone penetration rates. If current low end phone users in Nigeria can purchase the Ideos, mobile Internet penetration rates have the potential of skyrocketing, thus further positioning the country as a prominent player in the African Internet space.

However, phones like the Blackberry have quickly become a favorite amongst Nigeria’s young people and is an instant class symbol. It has aspirational value making it the object of envy to other young people who don’t own one. Even Nollywood has cashed into the craze for the Blackberry through its movie, “Blackberry Babes.” You can watch snippets here.

Will the Ideos do well in Nigeria? For instance, would its affordability advantage persuade young people with the aspirations of getting a blackberry in a sense, “settle” for it instead, if it is launched in Nigeria?

Share your thoughts http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/07/23/will-the-100-huawei-android-smartphone-ideos-do-well-in-nigeria/

Still don't have an invite? Simply leave your e-mail address in the comment section of this link http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/07/22/get-an-invite-to-google-plus-the-worlds-fastest-growing-social-network/

and the site admins will send one to you!

The NLI Associate Programme
Every year, NLI hosts 3-day residential Future Leaders Seminars (FLS) as a prerequisite for individuals who wish to join NLI’s Associate Programme. The FLS is held in May and October each year for emerging public and private sector leaders aged 25 to 35 years and based in Nigeria or the Diaspora. At the end of each seminar, participants are inducted as Associates of NLI.

Moderators and speakers at NLI’s last seminar included: Bisi Onasanya (MD, First Bank of Nigeria Plsc), Bola Adesola (NLI Fellow and MD, Standard Chartered Bank), Jimi Morgan, (NLI Fellow and Financial Analyst), Nasir El-Rufai (NLI Fellow and former FCT Minister), Maryam Uwais (NLI Fellow & Principal Partner, Wali-Uwais & Co) and Asue Ighodalo (NLI Fellow and Managing Partner, Banwo & Ighodalo).

bout The Nigerian Leadership Initiative (NLI)
The Nigeria Leadership Initiative (NLI) is a platform for credible, accomplished and uniquely patriotic Nigerians to develop and express values-based leadership skills with the aim of assuming a transformative role in the continuous development of Nigeria.

Established in January 2006, we are an international non-profit, non-partisan organisation registered as a charity in Nigeria, the United Kingdom and the United States of America.

Through our Leadership Seminars, Symposia, Social Responsibility Projects, Essays and Business Plan Competitions, we are mobilising the energy, talent and resources of Nigerians worldwide to collectively tackle challenges that confront Nigeria.

Motivated by the vision of our founders and the necessity of nation-building, we are blending the lines between citizenry and leadership to enhance engagement, moving Nigerians from “Thought to Action…Success to Significance“.

History
The Nigeria Leadership Initiative (NLI) was established in January 2006 by Mr. Segun Aganga, who was at the time an M.D at Goldman Sachs U.K, while our founding Patron is Dr. Christopher Kolade CON, former Nigerian High Commissioner to the U.K. Backed by an Advisory Board of distinguished individuals and corporate partners, the NLI has continuously encouraged emerging and established Nigerian leaders drawn from all parts of the world to take more responsibility for the future of Nigeria.

The NLI achieves its mission by organizing seminars for senior leaders and future leaders which produce a cadre of values-based community spirited leaders. Individuals from these seminars participate in NLI projects and/or execute a project of their choice through which they demonstrate their values. The projects must address a pressing need within the Nigerian society, have a discernible impact and be a reflection of the Fellows’ personal passions.

NLI October 2011
The next seminar is scheduled for October 27th – 29th at the Protea Hotel, Oakwood Park, Lekki, Lagos. NLI will cover all direct costs during the seminar including accommodation, feeding, seminar materials and travel (for those coming from out of the country or out of Lagos).

Each class is highly competitive and only 50 individuals are selected each year drawn from Nigeria and the Diaspora. Previous classes have drawn participants from Nigeria, United Kingdom, United States, Hong Kong, South Africa, Kenya and many other countries.

Nomination Criteria

Candidates must be 25-35 years old
They must be exceptional and outstanding leaders in their fields
They must provide a written paper on the topic, I am Nigeria
They must complete an application form found at http://nli-global.org/nominate-future-leaders/
Self Nominations are Permitted
Deadline for Nominations: August 5, 2011.

For more information about the October, 2011 Associate Programme – simiidowu@nli-global.org

http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/07/23/call-for-nominations-the-nigerian-leadership-initiative-associate-program/

At his recent visit to Lagos, Nigeria, British Prime Minister David Cameron had some interesting commentary on Nigeria’s growth prospects in the coming years. According to him, some predict that in the next forty years, Nigeria will have the highest average GDP growth rate in the world.

“Tell me this: which part of the world has seen its number of democracies increase nearly eight-fold in just two decades? Eastern Europe? No, it’s Africa. Which continent has six of the ten fastest growing economies in the world? Asia? No, it’s Africa. Which country is predicted by some to have the highest average GDP growth in the world over the next 40 years? You might think Brazil, Russia, India or China. No. Think Africa. Think Nigeria.” – David Cameron

What do you think about this prediction?

http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/07/22/nigeria-predicted-to-have-the-highest-average-gdp-growth-in-the-world-over-the-next-40-years-david-cameron/

“The Search for Africa’s Next Hollywood Star Show Launches”
A new television reality show, ‘Search for Africa’s Next Hollywood Star’ recently launched to recruit acting talent in West Africa for Hollywood.

The winning prize includes a one year contract with a Hollywood agent and an opportunity to feature in a movie with African American actor, Morris Chestnut.

Application Process

To enter the competition, interested applicants are expected to buy a four thousand naira form and present the bank teller received after its purchase at the show’s audition center.

The show’s auditions will hold from June 29 with the first stop at Planet One, Maryland, Lagos and later move to NICON Luxury Hotel, Garki, Abuja, on July 4 as well as Hotel Presidential, Port Harcourt, on July 8.

After the auditions, five Nigerians and Ghanaians will be selected and flown to New York for the show. Afterwards, the final two contestants will then be taken to Hollywood for the grande finale of the show after which the overall the winner will be selected.

http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/06/20/will-the-next-hollywood-star-be-west-african-the-search-for-africas-next-hollywood-star-show-launches/

Nigeria’s 50 Greatest Football Players according to Super Sport

1. Nwankwo Kanu
2. Austin Okocha
3. Sunday Oliseh
4. Rashidi Yekini
5. Segun Odegbami
6. Stephen Keshi
7. Emmanuel Amuneke
8. Finidi George
9. Christian Chukwu
10. Muda lawal
11. Peter Rufai
12. Daniel Amokachi
13. Taribo West
14. Uche Okechukwu
15. Teslim “Thunder”Balogun
16. Victor Ikpeba
17. Samson Siasia
18. Adokiye Amiesimaka
19Vincent Enyeama
20. Celestine Babayaro
21. Thomson Usiyan
22. Taiye ‘Taiwo
23. Henry Nwosu
24. Emmanuel Okala
25. Felix Owolabi
26. Haruna Ilerika
27. Joseph Yobo
28. Aloysius Atuegbu
29. Richard Owubokiri
30. Elkanah Onyeali
31. Patrick Ekeji
32. Best Ogedengbe
33. Bright Omokaro
34. Peter Anieke
35. Yisa Shofoluwe
36. Ben Iroha
37. Julius Aghahowa
38. Osaze Odemwingie
39. Albert Onyeawuna
40. Augustine Eguavoen
41. Sam Okwaraji
42. Obafemi Martins
43. Yakubu Aiyegbeni
44. Tijani Babangida
45. Tony Igwe
46. John Obi Mikel
47. Sam Garba Okoye
48. Friday Okoh
49. Etim Esin
50. Dan Anyiam

http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/06/20/supersport-nigerias-50-greatest-football-players/

Some pictures,

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http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/06/09/kanye-west-signs-dbanj/

Kanye West’s GOOD (acronym for Getting Out Our Dreams) Music which is home to John Legend, Common, Mos Def, Kid Cudi and Big Sean, among other artistes may have allegedly signed Dapo Adebanjo a.k.a. D’banj, The Punch reports.

In addition, other sources report that D’Banj’s manager, Sunday Are of List Entertainment, confirmed that there have been talks between Mr. West and D’banj but that D’Banj officially signed the contract today. “Yes there have been discussions between the two parties lately. They have been exchanging contracts but now the wait is over, he said.

Kanye West is also reportedly interested in working with Mo-hits Record’s award winning Producer, Don Jazzy.

Congratulations to the duo.

Click here to read D'banj's confirmation tweet about it: http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/06/09/kanye-west-signs-dbanj/

General Electric is recruiting for several positions in Nigeria

Position: Human Resource Manager

Job Number: 1360441
Business: GE Energy
Business Segment: Energy – Oil & Gas
Posted Position Title: Human Resources Manager Western Africa
Career Level: Experienced
Function: Human Resources
Function Segment: HR Client Support
Location: Nigeria
City: Ikoyi – Lagos
Relocation Assistance Yes
Role Summary/Purpose: As a key member of the Sub-Saharan Africa Human Resources team and reporting into the Senior Human Resources Leader for GE Africa, you will provide strategic leadership and expertise for the full scope of the Human Resources (HR) function for Western Africa including Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, etc. for the entire GE portfolio. Aligned with our strategic localization plans, responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Essential Responsibilities -Providing HR leadership, coaching and generalist support. -Driving strategic and operational level HR-related planning including Labor Relations, Recruiting & Staffing, Session C, Compensation & Benefits, Leadership Coaching, Employee Development and Performance Management. -Leading/Initiating new and innovative global HR practices to create a strong culture of leadership and high performing teams. -Ensuring/Maintaining all HR processes & records relative to local statutory requirements while providing guidance and leadership to the business regarding regulatory interpretation and compliance. -Implementing appropriate communication tools and systems to ensure effective flow of information including employee opinion surveys, leadership communications, etc. -Developing appropriate work force plans in support of key business needs in a dynamic, changing environment and develop/implement appropriate change management plans as required. -Providing support and/or delivering training on a variety of Human Resources topics. -Providing Executive Coaching to business leadership. -Serving as an impartial employee advocate to ensure that all individuals receive fair and equitable treatment

Full details here: http://www.careersafrique.com/jobs/human-resources-manager/


Position: Pipeline Development Manager
Job Number: 1365057
Business: GE Energy
Business Segment: Energy – Oil & Gas
Posted Position Title: Pipeline Development Program Manager
Career Level: Experienced
Function: Human Resources
Function Segment: Organization and Staffing
Location: Nigeria
City: IIkoyi – Lagos
Relocation Assistance Yes
Role Summary/Purpose: As a member of the GE Africa Human Resources’ team, this role will be responsible for managing pipeline development and localization programs (corporate and regional specific programs: ~100 Employees, 30 interns and over 7 distinct programs) across the region. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing strategy, curriculum, training, and assignment identification processes to position the region for growth by providing an effective & sustainable pipeline development strategy.
Essential Responsibilities •Partner with HR and business leaders to prioritize and establish program strategies that support immediate and long term business needs
•Strategic workforce planning that involves the proactive identification and program placements aligned with the growth trajectory for the region
•Facilitate candidate evaluation, selection and hiring process. Manage cross-regional rotations (securing the applicable work permits and visas as needed)
•Identify and place program participants in business critical assignments that bring value to the business and develops talent
•Identify and build training, projects, and experiences that further develop program participants
•Facilitate rotation evaluations; performance appraisals, and effective mentor and assignment matches. Drive performance management process throughout program life-cycle
•Analyze recruitment, retention, and development trends and adjust programs accordingly. Ensure competitive program standards and high integrity through high quality rotations and consistent skills development
•Government tracking and reporting
•Work with program members to identify areas of improvement and create a culture of change able to support a dynamic business
•Provide continuous mentorship and feedback for program members
Full details here: http://www.careersafrique.com/jobs/pipeline-development-manager/

Sales Leader- Devices ( based in Johannesburg or Lagos)
Job Number: 1292880
Business: GE Healthcare
Business Segment: Healthcare
About Us: What do you envision for your future? At GE Healthcare, our vision involves looking at Healthcare in a completely new way. Focusing on earlier, pre-symptomatic disease detection and prevention, instead of late diagnosis. Helping clinicians access more information and intervene sooner with targeted treatments so their patients can leave longer, fuller lives.
We believe we can help make that happen – and we’d like you to be a part of our mission. As a global leader, GE can bring together the best in science, technology, business and human resources to redefine the frontiers of healthcare.
Something remarkable happens when you bring together people who are driven to make a difference – they do.
Posted Position Title: Sales Leader- Devices ( based in Johannesburg or Lagos)
Career Level: Experienced
Function: Sales
Function Segment: Sales Management
Location: Nigeria
City: IIkoyi – Lagos
Relocation Assistance No
Role Summary/Purpose: In this role, Sales Leader will be responsible for a limited geographic region or a limited industry or product segment, and managing the activities of first-line sales managers or activities of Sales Account Managers and or Sales Specialists. Also, this position is responsible for attaining sales objectives for their geography, managing the direct sale of the organization’s products or services in a limited geographic region
Essential Responsibilities Directly managing Account Managers (Sales Generalists) in a specific channel sales region .
Select, train, and develop personnel to optimize effectiveness.
Developing and implementing sales strategies to drive organic growth in the assigned sales market
Cultivating and leveraging customer relationships at the multiple levels within customers
Full details here: http://www.careersafrique.com/jobs/sales-leader-devices-based-in-johannesburg-or-lagos/

Fleet and Equipment Lead


Job Number: 1382990
Business: GE Energy
Business Segment: Energy – Oil & Gas
About Us: GE is a diversified global infrastructure,finance and media company that is built to meet essential world needs.From energy,water,transportation and health to access to money and information,GE serves customers in more than 100 countries and employs more than 300,000 people worlwide.For more information,visit the company’s web site at www.ge.com.GE Oil & Gas (www.ge.com/oilandgas) is a world leader in advanced technology equipment and services for all segments of the oil and
gas industry,from drilling and production,LNG pipelines and storage to industrial power
generation,refining and petrochemicals.We also provide pipeline integrity solutions,including inspection and data management. As part of our “Innovation Now” customer focus and commitment,GE Oil &Gas leverages technological innovation from other GE businesses,such as aviation and healthcare,to continuously inprove oil and gas industry performance and productivity.GE Oil & Gas employs more
than 12,000 people worldwide and operates in over 70 countries.
Posted Position Title: Hardware Engineer
Career Level: Experienced
Function: Services
Function Segment: Fulfillment Operations
Location: Nigeria
City: Onne
Relocation Assistance No
Role Summary/Purpose: To test subsea equipment according to standard operating procedures in compliance with HSE and Quality requirements.
Essential Responsibilities -Responsible for the assembly and test of equipment ensuring policies and procedures are stringently adhered to prevent HSEQ issues which should be carried out in a timely manner as per the work order routings.
-Ensure the traceability records of assemblies.
-Plan and implement an accurate and full handover to the appropriate person on the next shift.
-Responsible for ensuring that area of work is maintained hazard free and tidy.
Full details here: http://www.careersafrique.com/jobs/fleet-and-equipment-lead/

And many more. For more positions at GE, visit http://www.careersafrique.com

Watch President Goodluck Jonathan debating live here http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/03/30/watch-nigerian-presidential-debate-featuring-president-goodluck-jonathan-live/

Watch President Goodluck Jonathan debating live here http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/03/30/watch-nigerian-presidential-debate-featuring-president-goodluck-jonathan-live/

Watch President Goodluck Jonathan debating live here http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/03/30/watch-nigerian-presidential-debate-featuring-president-goodluck-jonathan-live/

Watch President Goodluck Jonathan debating by himself live here http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/03/30/watch-nigerian-presidential-debate-featuring-president-goodluck-jonathan-live/

Watch President Goodluck Jonathan debating by himself live here http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/03/30/watch-nigerian-presidential-debate-featuring-president-goodluck-jonathan-live/

The presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Mega Party, Prof. Pat Utomi, on Wednesday withdrew from the race over the inability of position parties to adopt a single contestant.


Utomi, who confirmed his decision to THE PUNCH on the telephone, said, “Yes, I’ve withdrawn. I withdrew today.”


His decision came as a shock to Nigerians, especially as he had on Tuesday participated in the debate organised by the Nigeria Election Debate Group in Abuja alongside three other candidates.

http://punchng.com/Articl.aspx?theartic=Art2011033016322879&sms_ss=facebook&at_xt=4d93506671f05883%2C0

Visit www.takeastand.com.ng to take a stand publicly for the candidate you will be voting for in the upcoming elections. Over 700 Nigerians have Taken a stand so far! Buhari is in the lead.

Visit www.takeastand.com.ng to take a stand publicly for the candidate you will be voting for in the upcoming elections. Over 700 Nigerians have Taken a stand so far! Buhari is in the lead.

Are you all high on crack? You actually think this was the Buhari ad that NTA rejected This was just an independent video from a Buhari fan who added pictures and hijacked Omolara's independently written song, Transformation to make the You Tube clip.

Here is Omolara's song, "Transformation." I'm sure the person didn't even take permission from her. What if Omolara doesn't support BB? Now you are all making her beautiful non partisan song the BB campaign anthem How will we fix Nigeria if you can not even credit someone for their work?

Transformation by Omolara - INDEPENDENTLY RECORDED SONG NOT BB AD PLEASE!!!

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This election sef.

The Nigerian-born performer Emmanuel Uwechue, a k a Hao Ge, has risen to stardom singing in Mandarin Chinese.

Watch two videos on him here… http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/03/16/meet-nigerian-born-singer-emmanuel-uwechue-chinas-rising-pop-star-2/

Profile New York Times

Hao Ge (pronounced How Guh) is perhaps China’s most unlikely pop star: he is Nigerian, and he sings in Mandarin.

His real name is Emmanuel Uwechue, though he is better known by his stage name, which sounds like the words for “good song” in Chinese. Mr. Uwechue, 33, has developed quite a fan base, particularly among the children and middle-aged women who watch “Xin Guang Da Dao,” the “American Idol” knockoff show, where he first gained notice a few years after his arrival here almost a decade ago. He has performed alongside a host of Chinese superstars — including Sun Nan, Na Ying and Han Hong — and has been enthusiastically embraced by the Chinese media.

“The African Who Searches for His Dream in China,” read the headline atop a 2006 article about Mr. Uwechue on QQ.com, a popular social networking site here. Articles by the state-run Xinhua news agency and in the Web-based magazine Sina Entertainment, as well as a television documentary, have similarly chronicled his unusual story. Mr. Uwechue even appears on bus ads: “Good Song Comes From Good Wine,” reads an advertisement for the Guan Gong Fang company, which signed him to represent its brand of wine.

“He’s good — he’s not just another foreigner who got on TV because he could speak and sing in Chinese,” said Yu Na, 40, who lives in northwest Beijing, adding that she likes to “jump up and down” to Mr. Uwechue’s more upbeat songs; many of them are soul-infused versions of classic Chinese love songs, with faster rhythms.

Mr. Uwechue is not the first foreigner to have made a name for himself in China, but he is the first African to have reached widespread success here. Some music industry experts in China credit part of his fame to the close economic and cultural ties — including friendship and exchange programs and other joint ventures — that have long existed between China and some African countries. In a recently televised public performance, Mr. Uwechue dressed up as an oil rig worker and sang alongside a Chinese fellow laborer. http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/03/16/meet-nigerian-born-singer-emmanuel-uwechue-chinas-rising-pop-star-2/

NN24 recently held the Nigerian Vice Presidential debate featuring Mr. Fola Adeola (ACN), Pastor Tunde Bakare (CPC) and Chief John Odigie Oyegun (ANPP). It was moderated by Kadaria Ahmed of NEXT. Sambo was missing in action.

In case you missed it, watch the Nigerian Vice Presidential Debate hosted by NN24 videos http://www.cp-africa.com/2011/03/13/case-missed-watch-nigerian-vice-presidential-debate-hosted-nn24-videos/