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  • Book on data for launch tomorrow

    A Chartered marketer in South Africa, Mr. Olubayo Adekanmbi, will launch his book tomorrow at the Oriental Hotel, Lekki, Lagos.

    Entitled: The Future Is Shared, “the book is the currency of the future. It is the most valuable asset that will determine the future competitive advantage and operational survival of any business.’’

    He said the only way to make sense of the complexity of the consumer is through the use of data.

    “Any business that wants to win today must understand how a change in the weather, comments made on Twitter in a particular area, the traffic pattern, sensor information among others influence purchases and help to predict future business risk and opportunities,” he said.

    He added that the concept of data has gone beyond traditional research, where “customers tell us what we want to hear.

    “Data science takes it a step further by aggregating data on what customers post on social media, where they go, which ATM they used, which websites they visit, who they are seen with on a real-time basis to gain richer, contextual understanding of customers’ attitudes for profitable engagement,” Adekanmbi noted.

    To make Nigeria ready for the ‘data boom’,  Adekanmbi will unveil his Corporate Social Responsibility initiative aimed at giving back to the society through Data Science Nigeria, a vehicle designed to consistently add value to the nation’s wealth, especially through the younger generation.

  • KSA at 70 book for launch

    KSA at 70 book for launch

    As part of activities celebrating the 70th birthday of King Sunny Ade, a book titled KSA: Melodies of wisdom, written by Bamidele Olasehinde Adebayo, will be launched today by 12 noon at Redemption Resort at the Redeemed Christian Church of God Camp, klm 46, Lagos/Ibadan Expresssway.

    The book  touches every facet of life including religion, culture, money, health, and wealth, marital, economic, societal and related issues.

    Published by the University Press PLC, the 580-page book highlights all the records of the musician from 1966 to date, record by record, year by year and even tracks by tracks.  Expected at the event are Chief Felix Fagbohungbe (SAN), Aare Afe Babalola (SAN), and Oba Fredrick Obateru Akinruntan.

  • Accolades for Cross River elder statesman at book launch

    Accolades for Cross River elder statesman at book launch

    It was a torrent of accolades for Cross River State elder statesmanChief Linus Okom during the public presentation of his biography in Calabar.

    Okom, from Bekwarra Local Government Area, one of the founding fathers of the state, was described as a colossus whose legacies are too much to be compressed in one book by a legal luminary and one time member of the Caretaker Committee of Bekwara Local Government, Mr Sunny Odey.

    The book titled, ADA BEKWARA: Biography of Chief Linus Okom was written by his wife, Dr (Mrs) Monica Okom.

    According to Odey, Chief Okom, popularly known as Ada Bekwara, is incontestably one of the most outstanding politicians ever from the state.

    Odey said Chief Okom has bestridden the politics of the state for close to four decades working with the likes of Chief I. I. Murphy, Chief Michael Ogon, Dr. Joseph Wayas, Dr. Okoi Arikpo, Chief Eyo Uyo among others.

    Cross River State governor, Prof Ben Ayade, also described Okom as one of the foremost elder statesmen, whose wealth of experience is still needed to move the state forward.

    Ayade, represented by the Commissioner for Education, Mr Godwin Ettah, expressed delight at the biography and enjoined everyone to read to understand the history of the state, which his life symbolizes.

    He congratulated the author, Dr. Monica Okom for her literary prowess and enjoined her to mentor other younger women.

    According to Dr Monica Okom, she was motivated to write the book because of the love showered on her by her husband.

    Dr. Okom narrated her journey of love in the arm of her loving husband, saying he encouraged her to further her education up to PhD level.

    The book, she said, tells a story of the impact of the Chief Linus Okom on the development of Cross River state especially in the creation of the state, as well as the leading role he played in the acceptance of Bekwara language as one of the languages translated in news in the state broadcast station, among other things.

    The celebrant, ADA BEKWARA, Chief Linus Okom who expressed gratitude to his wife for compiling his activities into a book said he derives a lot of fulfillment for being a part of those who fought and succeeded in the creation of Cross River state.

    In his contribution, the Chief Executive Officer of PROFILES AND BIOGRAPHIES, publishers of the book, Mr. Kammonke Abam emphasized the need for Cross Riverians who have played critical roles in the development of the state and the country to document their stories for the benefit of the society.

    The event was witnessed by dignitaries including the former Chairman of the Peo

  • Stakeholders worry about reading culture at book launch

    Nigeria is in danger of breeding  poor readers and semi-literates if the apathy towards reading is not arrested.

    This was the submission of some stakeholders at the launch of “When the Dead Loves”, a novel written by veteran journalist, Harry Awurumibe at the Nigeria Institute of Management in Lagos.

    They noted that the present generation no longer has the capacity to read even the shortest of written materials, describing the situation as disappointing and destructive.

    Overindulgence and misuse of the social media, they further noted, has further affected the youths while fast tracking their failure in public exams.

    The Book Reviewer and Chief Executive officer of All Season Mediacom, Dr Ken Onyeali Ikpe said there was no way leaders of tomorrow could compete favorably on the world stage without reading.

    “Those who rule the world are those who read and the best way to be the best is to keep reading,” he said

    Chairman of the occasion Chief Emeka Inyama, had earlier recommended continuous reading for all ages noting that it is the only way to keep pace with today’s realities. Inyama who is chairman of Abia Warriors Football club, gave the author a pat on the back, adding that anyone who is able to produce a book that can impact on the knowledge of others should be commended.

    Awurumibe, who has also published a book on female football development in Nigeria, expressed hope that the book would impact knowledge and check poor reading culture that is spreading like a virus.

  • Kwara to launch N4.2b infrastructure fund

    The Kwara State Government is set to launch its Infrastructure Development Fund ‘InfraFund Kwara’ (IF-K) in the energy sector in the fourth quarter of 2016 with an initial investment of N4.2 billion.

    Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed revealed this during an interaction with community leaders in his office last Friday. He said IF-K has been codified into the Kwara State Public Private Partnership Law, which he assented to in 2015.

    According to him the IF-K project is a result of the Kwara Infrastructure Investment and Finance strategy, which he approved following an infrastructure assessment that was done in 2014.

    He said the outcome of the assessment showed an estimated N225 billion deficit value of infrastructure across the 16 councils and spanning all sectors, which required both government and private investment, in order to boost the state’s productivity and wealth creation.

    The governor added that the main objectives of IF-K is to provide a guided, systemic and outward facing framework for continuous and consistent infrastructure development, optimally leverage private sector or resources for infrastructure development and maximize the state’s resource allocation policies.

  • Porsche announces production launch of 718 Cayman

    Assembly of the new Porsche 718 Cayman is underway in Germany with the comprehensively redeveloped mid-engine sport coupé now boasting more power, increased torque, a higher top speed and a stylish redesign.

    Ahead of its arrival, the new entry-level model for Porsche is being produced at the brand’s historic headquarters in Zuffenhausen.

    The milestone announcement comes soon after the introduction of the newly designated and revolutionised 718 Boxster of which the 718 Cayman features the same new four-cylinder flat engines with turbocharging. The result is a 25 hp increase in both the 718 Cayman and 718 Cayman S when compared to their predecessors.

    “The production launch of the Cayman successor models was executed to our full satisfaction,” says Albrecht Reimold, Executive Board Member for Production and Logistics at Porsche AG.

    “After the successful launches of the new 911 at the end of last year and of the new 718 Boxster this year, the team in Zuffenhausen also handled this production launch impeccably. This is further proof that our employees work with perfection and passion on a daily basis to enable a very special Porsche experience for our customers,” Reimold said.

     

    The entry-level 718 Cayman is driven by a newly developed, two-litre, 300 hp engine with innovative turbocharging. The substantial torque increase of 35 per cent in the new engine of the base model promises driving fun and agility with a maximum of up to 380 Newton metres. Featuring a turbocharger with variable turbine geometry (VTG), the 718 Cayman S boasts 2.5 litres of engine displacement and 350 hp, with maximum torque at 420 Newton metres.

    When equipped with Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) and Sport Chrono Package, the 718 Cayman accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds, whilst the S-version achieves the same in 4.2 seconds.

  • Okpaleke brothers launch Playnetwork

    Okpaleke brothers launch Playnetwork

    After making their mark in the hospitality arena with the Play Lounge, the Okpaleke brothers made up of Elvis, Charles and Jeffrey are launching a new venture. This time around, the trio are building PlayNetworkNigeria (PNN), a social media platform to link young Nigerian professionals together.

    “Playnetwork is a network for business and lifestyle networking that connects people,” said Elvis whose is a lawyer. According to him, PNN targets young Nigerians who want to express themselves.

    “It connects people in the lifestyle industry, connects entrepreneurs with investors as well. Basically, what we’re doing is being able to blend the business, lifestyle and leisure into one portal.”

    Users can log onto the platform on www.playnetworknigeria.com to create their profile and interact with other users. Presently in its beta stage, the platform which is self-funded by the brothers resembles a combination of Facebook and LinkedIn has over 10, 000 subscribers. The portal got its name from a forum, Political Leadership Among Youths (PLAY) started by the brothers eight years ago.

    Since coming together in business, the Okpaleke brothers with businesses in Abuja, Lagos and Calabar, have organised seminars where politicians, businessmen and other professionals have spoken. The brothers also organised an event, ‘How to be a boss in 15 seconds’, last year where entrepreneurs pitched their business ideas in 15 seconds. This opportunity, according to the brothers would be a regular feature on the social network portal.

    “The winner got one million naira,” said Charles.

    Other business interests the brothers are involved in include, BLD, a buffet style restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and Shop and Play, an online fashion retail store.

    Charles, who coordinates the Abuja operations of Play Lounge and PlaynetworkNigeria was recently unveiled as Remy Martin brand ambassador.

  • CoolFM’s Mannie shines at book launch

    CoolFM’s Mannie shines at book launch

    Recording artiste and Cool FM On-Air-Personality Mannie, penultimate Sunday launched a new book, titled What A Life, to detail his growing up years.

    The event which held at Monty Buffet, Victoria Island, Lagos, was attended by family, friends and associates of Mannie whose real name is Emmanuel Essien.

    Among the A-list guests include members of the Moussali family led by Amin Mousalli, owner of AIMS Group, which includes CoolFM, Wazobia and Nigeria Info, Akin Alabi, CEO Nairabet.com and Mai Atafo,  Nigeria’s bespoke fashion tailor and a host of others.

    Justifying the need for writing an autobiography, Mannie, who is Head of Innovations for CoolWazobiaInfo, said he wanted to be able to impact his generation and beyond.

    The book not only captures Mannie’s riveting story as an innocent teenager but also reveals warts and all.

    Speaking about his greatest influence as a singer, song writer, Mannie said the list would naturally include his parents who introduced him to music at an early age. He also counts his wife, Grace, his late friend Uche, his boss at Cool FM and of course, the famous Larry King, whom he has met as influences.

    The highpoint of the occasion was when Mannie’s boss, Amin Moussali, apart from showering Mannie with an undisclosed sum of foreign currencies also promised to do a film of the book for Hollywood.

    Mannie also serenaded guests with one of his songs as others joined him on the dance floor.

  • Porsche announces production launch of 718 Cayman

    Porsche announces production launch of 718 Cayman

    Assembly of the new Porsche 718 Cayman is underway in Germany with the comprehensively redeveloped mid-engine sport coupé now boasting more power, increased torque, a higher top speed and a stylish redesign.

    Ahead of its arrival, the new entry-level model for Porsche is being produced at the brand’s historic headquarters in Zuffenhausen.

    The milestone announcement comes soon after the introduction of the newly designated and revolutionised 718 Boxster of which the 718 Cayman features the same new four-cylinder flat engines with turbocharging. The result is a 25 hp increase in both the 718 Cayman and 718 Cayman S when compared to their predecessors.

    “The production launch of the Cayman successor models was executed to our full satisfaction,” says Albrecht Reimold, Executive Board Member for Production and Logistics at Porsche AG.

    “After the successful launches of the new 911 at the end of last year and of the new 718 Boxster this year, the team in Zuffenhausen also handled this production launch impeccably. This is further proof that our employees work with perfection and passion on a daily basis to enable a very special Porsche experience for our customers,” Reimold said.

     

    The entry-level 718 Cayman is driven by a newly developed, 2-litre, 300 hp engine with innovative turbocharging. The substantial torque increase of 35 per cent in the new engine of the base model promises driving fun and agility with a maximum of up to 380 Newton metres. Featuring a turbocharger with variable turbine geometry (VTG), the 718 Cayman S boasts 2.5 litres of engine displacement and 350 hp, with maximum torque at 420 Newton metres.

    When equipped with Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) and Sport Chrono Package, the 718 Cayman accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds, whilst the S-version achieves the same in 4.2 seconds. The top speed for the base model is 275 km/h; its sibling tops out at 285km/h.

    The comprehensive rework of the new model has been well documented with a new distinctive design giving a more muscular appearance. Meanwhile, inside the cockpit, upgraded elements create greater sophistication alongside state-of-the-art technology for an enhanced driving experience.

    The new 718 Cayman and 718 Cayman S are available for order. The market launch begins on September 24.