NEWS

Cut Fossil-Fuel subsidies to benefit both rich & poor – Ngozi Okonjo Iweala writes

Article written by former Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala for Financial Times. The prop on petrol prices was hurting the national budget. Globally, government support for fossil-fuel subsidies will amount to almost $650bn this year. The cost of these subsidies far outweighs the benefits and burdens the middle classes. Reforming the system can make energy infrastructure more efficient, shore up public finances and allow more targeted spending on public services. The idea is not a new one. In 2009, the G20 countries and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation for

LIFESTYLE, NEWS

Exclusive: Meet the New Queen! Olori Adebukola Ogunwusi, Wife of Ooni of Ife

Ever since the announcement of Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, now His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi as the new Ooni of Ife, many have been on the lookout for the Olori. Look no further, presenting Olori Adebisi Adebukola (Adebukunola) Ogunwusi, wife of Oba Ogunwusi of Ile Ife. The wives of kings, princes and chiefs of royal background usually make use of the title “Olori” (the equivalent of Princess Consort, otherwise spelled “Oloori”), though some of the wives of dynastic rulers prefer to be referred to as “Ayaba” (the equivalent of Queen Consort). (more&

FASHION

JReason Takes on Tanzania! Showcases “Renaissance” Collection at Swahili Fashion Week 2015

Nigerian fashion brand, JReason by designer & stylist Olajide Adedeji recently showcased in Tanzania, at the 2015 Swahili Fashion Week. The brand represented Nigeria at the show, showcasing their new collection – “Renaissance“. From the conventional blazers to a bold use of silk, lace and chiffon blends, the brand has evolved to greater artistic values with this collection. “Renaissance” is also inspired by the firece woman and the uncontending man. According to Olajide – “It is for the woman who turns heads as she walks into a hall, who gets whistles of appro

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Minister of Science and Technology promises to only use made in Nigeria vehicles

The new Minister of Science and Technology, Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu says he will only use made in Nigerian vehicles during this present administration. According to Vanguard the Minister has already listed Innoson Motos and PAN Nigeria as the only companies to supply his preferred vehicles. The Minister reportedly took the decision to encourage made in Nigeria goods and reduce excessive usage of foreign goods, as part of the administrations’ resolve to diversify the economy and empower Nigerians.He made the pledge on Friday when he sat with members of the Joint Union Negotiat