Association of Nigerian Authors advocates literature as weapon for socio-political change
Post AMUGE
October 3, 2024
Joy Agwunobi The Association of Nigerian Authors (ANA) has issued a powerful call to action, urging writers across the country to harness the transformative power of literature in addressing Nigeria’s pressing social issues. This comes as the nation celebrates its 64th anniversary of independence, with the ANA highlighting the vital role that writers can play […]
Nigeria secures 233 spots in Stanford’s 2024 list of the world’s top 2% scientists
Post AMUGESeptember 27, 2024
Business a.m. Olusola Elekofehinti, of the Department of Biochemistry, Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA), one of the 233 Nigerian scientists recognised among the top 2% global scientists in the 2024 Stanford-Elsevier ranking Stanford University, in collaboration with Elsevier, a Dutch academic publishing company, has identified 233 Nigerian scientists as being among the top two […]
King’s College 1979/84 alumni invests in alma mater with kitchen equipment donation
Post AMUGESeptember 12, 2024
Onome Amuge Members of the King’s College class of 1979/84 and the school management during the handover ceremony of kitchen equipment to the school, at the King’s College Annex, Victoria Island, Lagos, recently. The King’s College class of 1979/84, a part of the King’s College Old Boys Association (KCOBA), recently gathered for their 40th reunion, […]
King’s College Old Boys’ association rallies for a secure Nigeria by 2030 at Kingsweek 2024
Post AMUGESeptember 10, 2024
Onome Amuge L-R: Femi Adegoke, member, board of trustees; Wole Eperokun, alternate chairman, 2024 Kingsweek Planning Committee; Ali A Agada, principal King’s College, Lagos; Tonye Cole, chairman, 2024 Kingsweek Planning Committee; Leke Oshunniyi, president, King’s College Old Boys’ Association; Jani Ibrahim, chairman of the School Based Management Committee; Busuyi Onabolu, member, board of trustees, during […]
Nile Group, EbonyLife partnership brings revolutionary cinematic experience to West Africa
Post AMUGEAugust 29, 2024
Nile Cinemas, the exhibition arm of Nile Group, has joined forces with EbonyLife, a leading Nigerian media conglomerate, to revolutionise the cinema industry in West Africa with the launch of The Pods, a luxurious new movie-watching experience. The groundbreaking partnership brings together two giants in the African entertainment industry, creating exclusive, private viewing settings that […]
Talent will become huge commodity for Africa, if Africa properly positions for it— Adebayo, CEO, Ckrowd; board director, Arts Connect Africa (ACA)
Post AMUGEAugust 27, 2024
OLUKAYODE ADEBAYO, founder and chief executive officer, Ckrowd.com, and board director, Arts Connect Africa (ACA), a music business education and digital profiling platform for music industry professionals, is a seasoned professional in the creative and culture industries, media, events, technology, and consultancy; the convener of the African Music and Cultural Expo (Amfest Expo), orchestrating bespoke […]
FashionEVO partners Africa Creative Market to host Fashion Day event at ACM 2024
Post AMUGEAugust 23, 2024
Business a.m. Yetty Ogunnubi, founder of FashionEVO FashionEVO, an innovative platform for promoting collaboration and development in the creative and fashion industries, has once again joined forces with Africa Creative Market (ACM) at the upcoming ACM 2024 week of activities. On September 19th, 2024, FashionEVO and ACM will team up to bring an unparalleled Fashion […]
Movie veteran Moses Babatope embarks on cinematic revolution in Africa with Nile Media Entertainment Group
Post AMUGEJuly 29, 2024
Business a.m. Nigerian film industry veteran, Moses Babatope, has launched a new production and distribution studio, Nile Media Entertainment Group, with the aim of transforming African cinema.Named after the River Nile, the studio will focus on promoting African culture, creating top-quality content, and adopting sustainable practices. With his background as co-founder of FilmHouse Group and […]
U.S. Consulate’s $2.92m scholarship fund opens doors for 33 Nigerian Students at American universities
Post AMUGEJuly 25, 2024
Cynthia Ezekwe The United States Consulate General in Nigeria has sponsored full scholarships totaling $2.92 million for 33 high-achieving Nigerian students to attend American universities and colleges for the 2024/2025 academic session. The scholarship was facilitated through the Opportunity Funds Programme of the United States Consulate General Lagos that is designed to increase access to […]
Access Bank UK hosts Polo Day to raise education funds
Post AMUGEJuly 20, 2024
Business a.m. Access Bank UK Limited has concluded arrangements to host its annual Polo Day at Guards Polo Club, Windsor, on Saturday, July 20. The Access Bank UK Polo Day, an annual charity event, which is part of the bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), is the culmination of a year-long fund-raising programme in partnership with […]