TOWARDS A BETTER SOCIAL MEDIA ENGAGEMENT BY YOUNG AFRICAN ENTREPRENEURS
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Watching the young and handsome Gaise, real name Gboluwaga Akinade Ibuoye on stage do his thing really is a ministration on its own, performing recently at the KICC Nigeria Christmas carol at the church’s headquarters at Maryland, the young energetic dude thrilled the audience as he performed ‘Follow follow’ a song off ....
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Paulray: Can anyone give me an info on some Nigerian blog sites, I need it for a school project?

Check up this list, it should help:
http://exclusive-africa.net/top-nigerian-blogs-to-follow/

DYNAMISM OR SURVIVAL STRATEGY:PROFILE OF EX-BANK CEOs TWO YEARS AFTER CBN’S TENURE REGULATORY POLICY

When the going gets tough, the tough gets going so goes the popular quote. For some people a challenge only works to bring out the best that is yet to be seen in them. And just like the tea bag dipped into a cup of hot water, their juice flow for the world to see and behold and taste. That most probably describes the lives of the former Chief Executive Officers of 3 of Nigeria top banks.
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Okay I know I'd be getting some knocks and comments with this headline. And I also know I should really be concerned about the public's perception by the thoughts expressed in the accompanying paragraphs but then I really don't have a choice because this is a burden I feel strongly to share with everyone out there.

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Generally people have been noted to be relaxed when it comes to security issues especially as internet users. Also some professionals who we’ll refer to as ‘techkies’ also take security for granted once in a while and have had to pay severally for that mistake. A survey carried out last year when Sony BMG was hacked during the times
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Inspiring interview with Dr Tope Oni,CEO Karis Consulting, read up and be inspired
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Exactly a year ago, the iconic, innovative and legendary Steve Jobs gave up after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. His life and achievements continues to resonate through the year as a man who gave the world a better feel of what technology can be. Steve Jobs, often described as brilliant, charismatic and arrogant today stands as an icon whose life we all can draw inspirations from.

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The Africa investor (Ai) group, a leading international investment and communication group recently announced the winners of its 2012 Africa investor (Ai) Index Series Awards.
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Earlier this year, Triggerfish Studios, a Cape Town-based animation studio released Zambezia, South Africa’s first full-length animated feature film. Zambezia tells the story of a young, naïve yet exuberant falcon who leaves the desolate desert where he lives with his father in pursuit of action and adventure in the famed bird city of Zambezia.

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Read up here:
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FORBES writer Mfonobong Nsehe recently listed 10 companies adjudged to be Africa’s Most Innovative Companies. The list sure makes a good read and features some of Africa’s front line top performing brands across different industries like telecommunications, retail, food and beverages and restaurants. Interestingly only one Nigerian company – Iroko TV made it to this list dominated by South Africa and Kenya. Here they are:

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Read the inspiring story of this young Nigerian woman who made a success out of beads making. Highly recommended for every young person out there
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Melvin Udosen is the Publisher/Editor in Chief of Brandessence, a knowledge base news magazine focused on brands. In this interview with Exclusive Africa’s Editor – Wale Ameen, the brand evangelist speaks on a number of issues from what brandessence magazine is all about to how small business owners can promote their brands even on a small budget, what makes a brand thick and the recent surge of promos in the telecommunications
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ON GOING CONCERN: N5000 NOTE TO BE RESERVED FOR BANKS AND HEAVY CASH USERS

With the public outcry against the introduction of the higher denomination of N5000 note into the economy by the CBN, the Federal government has given some clarification on the contentious issue. According to the National Planning Minister Shamsudeen Usman “The N5000 note unlike some people misrepresent, is not going to lead to higher inflation. There is absolutely no link between inflation and the currency denomination….”


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Check up which brands made it to our first ever listing here and what position
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WHAT'S YOUR TAKE ON THE PROPOSED INTRODUCTION OF THE N5000 NOTE BY THE CBN? MAKE UR VOICE AND OPINION COUNT.PARTCIPATE IN OUR OPINION POLL NOW>
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When you hear the word BUSINESS, what is the first thing that pops into your head? Why do people especially young people find it difficult to go into business? It might surprise you to know that the major reason is not lack of capital….it’s the fear of taking the plunge…no one wants to take risks!!!

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With the collaboration of the CSR divisions of Orange and Innovacom, a venture capital entity, Orange AMEA (Africa, Middle-East, Asia) will launch the African Social Venture Prize to reward three projects or enterprises addressing the needs of the ‘bottom of pyramid’ market in Africa through technology.

This prize aims at promoting social business projects, targeting the African countries of Orange’s footprint, with a large focus on Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) and innovation.

Application

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When you hear the word BUSINESS, what is the first thing that pops into your head? Why do people especially young people find it difficult to go into business? It might surprise you to know that the major reason is not lack of capital….it’s the fear of taking the plunge…no one wants to take risks!!!

http://exclusive-africa.net/opinion-taking-the-plunge-into-the-world-of-business-2/

One of my favorite sayings is ‘Ninety per cent of life is just showing up’ , because the courage to pursue your vision and start a new business often hinges on just that first step. Once you’ve spotted an opportunity in a given sector, having the confidence to follow your dream and raise that first crucial bit of financing is often the hardest problem facing a budding entrepreneur. The following two mailbag questions reminded me of how I established some of my first businesses, and how I’d begin again if I had the chance.

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Data is king and numbers don’t lie. However, any researcher or data lover will tell you how hard it is to happen upon some much-needed data in Nigeria. I’ve often had to use multiple primary sources to get data, that should already exist, for reports and research work around the Nigerian technology space. This explains why, for example, the number of Internet users in Nigeria is still a subject of debate. According to Wikipedia (quoting the International Telecommunications Union), there are now 47,143,356 Internet users in Nigeria. Many industry experts disagree, and the fact that there’s no trusted local source where such data can be verified doesn’t help.....
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They are used in about every messaging platform, from yahoo messenger, 2go and the black berry messaging chat rooms. They make charting with friends and acquaintances faster and easier but then you may be lost in a conversation if you’re not aware of their meaning. While they may not be tenable within official business discussions and correspondence (and it is advisable to ensure that you do not make the mistake of using them), their extensive use outside official circles are real, below are a few of such short forms.
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LinkedIn is considered the non-sexy, sleeping giant of social networks. It keeps a low profile, perhaps due to the professional nature of its users. Nonetheless, LinkedIn continues to exert a powerful influence on connected job seekers, brands, recruiters and industries.

Founded by Reid Hoffman in 2002, LinkedIn has grown to 161 million members in over 200 countries, making it the world’s largest professional network on the Internet (by comparison, Twitter has 500 million registered users, and Facebook has 900 million. Currently available in 17 languages, LinkedIn remains a relevant platform the world over.

That being said, we doubt you spend 20 minutes on LinkedIn per day, like Facebook’s power users do. So, if you need a crash course on what LinkedIn has to offer, browse the network’s most prominent features below. Or send this to your recent grad as he or she prepares to enter today’s daunting job market.

Have you used LinkedIn to find a job, network with professionals or research hot topics in your industry? Please share your own tips in the comments below.
http://exclusive-africa.net/the-beginners-guide-to-linkin/

Following a passion for co-ordination and a desire to see better managed events, 27 year old Ifeoluwa Olaniyan is pushing the boundaries in the emerging business of event management and co-ordination. Exclusive Africa’s interview with this young achiever holds much for every young person desiring to chart a path for themselves in any chosen field. Excerpts:http://exclusive-africa.net/meet-27-year-old-ifeoluwa-olaniyan-of-goldpillars-events-management-company/

TWITTER FOUNDERS LAUNCH NEW PUBLISHING PLATFORM – MEDIUM
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THE FUTURE AWARDS MOVES TO PORT HARCOURT WITH TONY ELUMELU AS KEY NOTE SPEAKER http://exclusive-africa.net/?p=375

APPLY TO BECOME AN ATLAS CORPS FELLOW
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