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The premiere episode of Dragons’ Den Nigeria commenced on a very promising premise. The den had come alive as a Mecca where good business ideas meet great opportunities. The presenter, Nwaji Jibunoh captured the feeling that would permeate this episode in his introduction, “when the entrepreneurs come into the den, they can ask for as much money as they like but in order to convince the dragons to part with their hard-earned cash, they must be willing to answer some tough questions (and defend their business proposals)…also, the pitchers must get the exact amount they are asking for or they leave the den with nothing…” From his picturesque prologue, Nwaji proceeded to introduce the dragons through an exciting montage; a beautifully captured show of business savvy and material opulence in yachts, luxury cars, and expansive offices; creating an appetite for success in the would-be entrepreneur. The dragons were doing big business, living the good life, and loving it! The first entreprene...

The MTN Police marathon came to a climax in Abuja , the Federal Capital territory of Nigeria, today (26 July 2008) with influential corporate leaders, including Mrs. Cecilia Ibru, CEO, Oceanic Bank Plc, David Mark, Senate President, joining the police and mass of the people to run against crime in the society. At the end of the race, a total of three brand new cars, a sum of $22,500 US dollars, Motor Bikes and Black Berry phones among other several prizes were won by different categories of participants cutting across VIP, mass and the elite class runners. The race started in three different start points in the city. The VIP race is a 1km race, participants in the mass class had 10km to contend with while Elite race was a 21km. The parade ground, Secretariat, FCT formed the mutual finish point for all class of participants. The 10km mass race was won by the 17 years old Emmanuel Gyang. Emmanuel is an SS 11 student of the of the Government secondary School,Vwang, Jos. He smiled home w...

By Niyi Tabiti Chief Reporter Last night (Friday 25 July 2008) , Nigeria’s international music act, Dapo Oyebanjo popularly known as D’Banj proved that he is still the master when it comes to stage performance in the country( His moves on stage remind you of the late Afro beat musician, The late Fela Anikulapo Kuti). Top Nigerian politicians, youth leaders, showbiz personalities and lovers of good music thoroughly enjoyed themselves at the album launch of his latest album entitled “The Entertainer” The event was also used as an avenue to promote the values of his charitable organization known as Koko Foundation. The list of celebrities is endless. Everyone who came was a celebrity, including you that you are reading the story and viewing the photos on www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com Yesterday’s event was for VIP. The show continues today at the same venue. You can touch the event if you can afford the ticket. Photo-D'banj Photo 2-Rukki Sanda Photo 3-Titi Adelagun a.k.a Titi Fanta...

The Post Master General of the Federation Mr Ibrahim Muri Baba will on the 26th of July lead a formidable team of strong men and women in the VIP category of the MTN sponsored Race Against Crime. This he said is his contribution to ensuring a crime free Nigeria for the safety of all. The MTN people police Marathon which takes place in Abuja on Saturday the 26th of July 2006 is an Inspector General of police initiated effort to solicit goodwill for the Nigerian Police and create a sense of harmony between the force and the Nigerian people. Mr Ibrahim Muri Baba, who was speaking through the president of NIPOST SPORTS AND SOCIAL CLUB Mr. Joseph Ojo, opined that the charity offer by the winner of the VIP race Is a good initiative and that this would further sensitise the people to the needs in the society at large. The Marathon race tagged “The Race Against Crime” which involves the Nigerian police and Civilians alike is aimed at changing the perception and attitude of the Nigerian peopl...

Members of the fourth estate of the realm were pleasantly surprised last week as they were called upon to engage in a “sing and win” competition during the official unveiling of MTN Project Fame West Africa in Lagos. Compere at the event and hip hop singer, Michael Ugochukwu a.k.a Ruggedman, suddenly called for five ‘bold’ journalists to come to the stage. Initially about 20 journalists headed for the stage, but when he added that he wanted five journalists who can sing on the stage, most of them went back to their seats. Five journalists comprising two ladies and three men, however, made it to the stage and were asked to sing any song of their choice and win fantastic prizes. According to the compere, entertainment journalists always criticize the performance of musicians in their media and that Tuesday night was an opportunity to give them a dose of their own medicine. So the microphone was handed over to them, each was given three minutes to sing, and one by one they sang, fro...

The Inspector General of Police Sir Mike Okiro Tuesday (yesterday) July 22, 2008 in Abuja officially unveiled co-sponsors of his pet project, the MTN People Police Marathon. The co-sponsors, according to http://www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com/ – Dana Motors, IGI Insurance, Oceanic Bank Plc, Nigerian Postal Services (NIPOST), Grace Point Hotel, Silverbird Television, Rhythm FM, Aso FM, and Hot FM Abuja were unveiled to a large number of audience that include senior police chiefs, journalists and a host of other stakeholders on the project. This list of sponsors would be joining the title sponsor, MTN Nigeria as partners on the project. At the unveiling ceremony at Louis Edet House, the sponsors explained why their organisations are committed to the social course project. IGI Insurance Plc pledged to insure the entire over 20,000 professional and non-professional runners participating in the Marathon , which is in its maiden edition. “We are insuring all participants. This is just to assure...

Nollywood star actress, Monalisa Chinda threw caution to the wind last weekend in Lagos as she openly embarrassed a journalist with a romance magazine. The incident took place Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos-Nigeria, venue of the movie premiere of Eme Isong latest film “When the heart lies” The fair skinned and robust journalist had exchanged pleasantries with Dejo Richards, the young and handsome husband of actress who was carrying their baby. They got on well until Monalisa noticed the fellow around her husband. Monalisa refused to pose for a snapshot with her husband as requested by the guy. www.niyitabiti.blogspot.com gathered that she almost caused a scene when her husband pleaded that they should obliged the journalist his request.Monalisa’s husband later begged the journalist should be a man and forget the whole episode. I am still trying to get across to Monalisa for her own side of the story but her phone has not been helping matters. The journalist later lamented to...