Author Archive: Connect Nigeria.Com
Microsoft and Paradigm Initiative Nigeria Enlightens NGOs
Microsoft Nigeria in collaboration with Paradigm Initiative Nigeria (PIN) has hosted the 2013 Microsoft NGO Connection Day Nigeria in Calabar. The two-day networking and information-sharing event brought together non-profit organizations from across the state to an interactive ICT capacity-building program enabling participants to learn more about Microsoft’s technologies and opportunities for non-profit organizations. Over 80 participants representing [...]
In Architectural First, Lagos Launches Suspension Bridge – May 29
The Lagos State Government has announced that it would launch the suspension bridge linking Ikoyi and Lekki, on May 29th, 2013. The government, in an amazing first in the country, brings an architectural wonder commonly seen in movies and online, to people in the State. The bridge, known as Admiralty-Alexander Link Bridge, was started in 2008 [...]
Events This Weekend!
TEDxIfe presents Bigger Pictures TEDxIfe, where 9 Live Speakers will share unique ideas that focus on youth employability, social innovation & the Nigerian future, will hold on 25 May 2013. In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TED instituted TEDx. TEDx is a program of local self-organised events that bring people together to share a [...]
Igbo Burials: How Nigeria Will Bid Farewell to Achebe
By Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani Dignitaries from across the world are gathering in Ogidi, in Nigeria’s Anambra state, to witness the interment of renowned author Chinua Achebe on Thursday. Yet after they have paid their last respects, said their final farewells and departed, a vital aspect of Mr Achebe’s burial will still be pending. According to Igbo [...]
Blog of the Week: Not Freshly Squeezed
What would you expect from a blog written in Nigerian Pidgin? Humour bordering on silliness, perhaps. This is why the workings of Jonas Dogara’s mind, his mastery of Nigerian Pidgin and his deep interest in social change coupled with his frank acknowledgement of Nigeria’s many challenges, are a wonder to behold. Not Freshly Squeezed is [...]
In Blow to Super Eagles, Victor Moses and Kalu Uche Are Injured
By Arinze Ude Nigerian duo, Victor Moses and Kalu Uche have been ruled out of Nigeria’s upcoming World Cup qualifiers and Confederations Cup campaign next month — due to injuries. Both attackers join Emmanuel Emenike on the treatment table and have given Keshi a lot to worry about. Keshi said: “It’s unfortunate that they informed us [...]
Danny Shittu Extends Contract With Championship side Millwall F.C.
By Arinze Ude Super Eagles defender, Danny Shittu has extended his contract with Championship side, Millwall F.C. The bullish defender recently put pen to paper on a new two-year deal with the 127-year old club. The 32 year old defender joined the 2003 FA Cup finalist last summer and went on to make almost 50 appearances. He [...]
Going ‘Nuts’’- Discovering Almonds
By Peace Pessu If I were to be an animal, I would most likely be a squirrel, because I love nuts! I am surprised I do not have the acne invasion people presume to be the result of eating nuts. Recently, while visiting a friend, I was served almonds, I ate them and I fell [...]
After German Call, Efforts Doubled to Get Sidney Sam to Play for Super Eagles
By Arinze Ude German national team coach, Joachim Low has included Super Eagles’ target, Sidney Sam in his squad for upcoming friendly matches against Ecuador and United States. Sidney Sam, a midfielder who plies his trade with German club, Bayern Leverkusen, is eligible to play for both countries. Sam’s father is a Nigerian while the mother [...]
No African In This Year’s UEFA Champions League Final
By Arinze Ude On Saturday, 25th May 2013, the Wembley stadium will play host to two German giants, Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund in the final of the UEFA Champions League. This is the first all-German final in the history of the competition. There has been an all-Spanish final (Real Madrid v Valencia 2000), an [...]
