<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>RefinedNG - RefinedNG</title> <atom:link href="https://refinedng.com/author/userjustina/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://refinedng.com</link> <description>We will tell our stories - We are Nigeria!</description> <lastBuildDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2022 15:15:09 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2</generator> <item> <title>23 Interesting things that make us proud to be Nigerians</title> <link>https://refinedng.com/23-interesting-things-that-make-us-proud-to-be-nigerians/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=23-interesting-things-that-make-us-proud-to-be-nigerians</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[RefinedNG]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2022 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[General]]></category> <category><![CDATA[People]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#interestingthingsaboutnigeria]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#niaga]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#nigerians]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#proudnigerianmoments]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinedng]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinedpeople]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://refinedng.com/?p=11630</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>23 Interesting things that make us proud to be Nigerians Globally, Nigerians are known…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/23-interesting-things-that-make-us-proud-to-be-nigerians/">23 Interesting things that make us proud to be Nigerians</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<body> <figure class="wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="700" height="400" data-id="11625" src="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-44.jpeg" alt="" class="wp-image-11625" loading="lazy" srcset="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-44.jpeg 700w, https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-44-585x334.jpeg 585w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></figure> </figure> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>23 Interesting things that make us proud to be Nigerians</strong></p> <p style="font-size:18px">Globally, Nigerians are known to be unrivaled, intelligent, enthusiastic, and hardworking. The hard work and creativity of Nigerians over the years and recently, are evident in the growth of its music, film, sports, and business sectors. A multicultural state, the various tribes in Nigeria, and their diverse cultures are essential to the growth, oneness, integration, and development of the country. As we celebrate Nigeria’s 62<sup>nd</sup> Independence Anniversary today, we highlight 23 interesting things that make us proud to be Nigerians.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Read Also: <a href="https://refinedng.com/happy-independence-day-growth-starts-with-us/">Happy Independence Day: Growth Starts With Us</a></p> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigeria, with a population of over 218 million, is the most populous country in Africa, and the world’s sixth-most populous country.</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigeria has a huge agricultural potential. Agriculture accounts for about 24% of the country’s GDP.</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigeria is a leader in various types of agricultural production, such as palm oil, cocoa beans, pineapple, and sorghum. It is the largest producer of sorghum in the world just after the United States and ranks fifth in the production of palm oil and cocoa beans. Nigeria is also a large global exporter in this sector. Oil, fruits, nuts, and seeds are among the ten best-performing export categories. </li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigeria has a big and vibrant youth population. Nigerian youths are resilient, hardworking, and passionate. Some are entrepreneurs, athletes, investors, filmmakers, musicians, and employees excelling in their fields.</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigeria boasts of over 350 festivals celebrated across tribes. These festivals pay homage to religion, hard work, and traditions, and are often celebrated in ways that are unique to the country or the people of a locality. Some of Nigeria’s most prominent festivals include Eyo Festival, Argungu Fishing Festival, New Yam Festival, and Ojude Oba.</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigeria boasts an unrivaled cultural abundance. A multiethnic state inhabited by over 250 ethnic groups, with Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba as the three major tribes – over 500 different languages are spoken. These ethnic groups also have diverse cultures, and traditions and exhibit unique arts including a rich array of attires, festivals, and food.</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigeria is home to the second-largest film industry, Nollywood, and the pioneer of Afrobeat music. Some Afrobeats superstars in Nigeria include Burna Boy, Wizkid, Davido, Tiwa Savage, and others.</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigeria has produced top international actors in the United Kingdom and the United States of America including C<strong>hiwetel Ejiofor, Yvonne Orji, Hakeem Kae-Kazim, Adewale Akinnuoye Agbaje, Uzo Aduba, Nonso Anozie, David Oyelowo</strong>, and others.</li></ul> <figure class="wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="615" height="345" data-id="11632" src="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-47.jpeg" alt="23 Interesting things that make us proud to be Nigerians Chiwetel Ejiofor" class="wp-image-11632" loading="lazy" srcset="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-47.jpeg 615w, https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-47-585x328.jpeg 585w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px" /></figure> </figure> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>The country’s most internationally renowned genres are Apala, <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fguardian.ng%2Flife%2Fariya-repete-keeping-indigenous-nigerian-sounds-cultures-alive%2F&psig=AOvVaw1NlalV61Ii_KNmgI72sw6F&ust=1645137829399000&source=images&cd=vfe&ved=2ahUKEwia0tiQpoX2AhUTwIUKHZouD4MQr4kDegUIARDEAQ">Fuji, Jùjú</a>, Afrobeat, Afro-juju, Waka, Highlife and Igbo rap. These genres have produced many reputable musicians such as <strong>Fela Anikulapo-Kuti</strong>, <strong>King Sunny Ade</strong>, Chief Stephen Osita Osadebe and others.</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>The 2006 Census found Nigerians to be the highest educated ethnic or racial group in America.</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>With an estimated net worth of $13 billion, Aliko Dangote is the richest man in Africa, and the richest black man in the world</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigeria is a gold mine for tourism, with many historical sites and centres found in different states.</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigeria has its own variety of English known as Pidgin English. Words like “how you dey?” “how far?“ etc. are phrases that can only be understood by Nigerians.</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigerians are all over the world. Our proud culture can be found in places like Brazil, Cuba, US, Uk, and Haiti.</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Several surveys have shown that Nigerians are the happiest people on earth. Despite the challenges faced, Nigerians are often know to express joy and gratitude.</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigeria has produced some of the best writers in the world. <strong>Chinua Achebe, Chimamanda Adichie, Wole Soyinka</strong>, Buchi Emecheta, Tomi Adeyemi, and others are internationally renowned.</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigerians are some of the smartest people in the world. Eugene C.X. Ikejemba, Faith Odunsi, Ufot Ekong, Dr Victor Olalusi, and Oluwatobi Olasukanmi, all set outstanding academic record.</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigeria has produced top players like Ngozi Okonjo Iweala, WTO-DG, and Obiageli Ezekwesili, in the economic and finance sectors.</li></ul> <figure class="wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="738" height="415" data-id="11631" src="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-46.jpeg" alt="23 Interesting things that make us proud to be Nigerians Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala" class="wp-image-11631" loading="lazy" srcset="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-46.jpeg 738w, https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-46-585x329.jpeg 585w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 738px) 100vw, 738px" /></figure> </figure> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigerians have the best Jollof in the world. While other African countries have their kind of Jollof, Nigerian jollof has been rated best.</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigerians love to party. They also love fashion and style. This is evident in various social events held weekly such as weddings, birthday parties and general social functions.</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigeria has produced great inventors over the years such as Jelani Aliyu, who was involved in designing Chevrolet for General Motors and Ndubuisi Ekekwe who invented microchips used in surgical robots. Silas Adekunle is also known globally for creating the world’s first intelligent gaming robot.</li></ul> <figure class="wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="372" height="372" data-id="11633" src="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-48.jpeg" alt="23 Interesting things that make us proud to be Nigerians Jelani Aliyu" class="wp-image-11633" loading="lazy" srcset="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-48.jpeg 372w, https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-48-90x90.jpeg 90w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 372px) 100vw, 372px" /></figure> </figure> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigeria has a thriving tech scene. The growth of several fintech, edtech and healthtech startups recently have been impressive</li></ul> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Nigerians are loving, hopeful, and unified. The country remains indivisible and hopeful despite many challenges.</li></ul> <p style="font-size:18px">What makes you proud to be called Nigerian?</p> </body><p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/23-interesting-things-that-make-us-proud-to-be-nigerians/">23 Interesting things that make us proud to be Nigerians</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Happy Independence Day: Growth Starts With Us</title> <link>https://refinedng.com/happy-independence-day-growth-starts-with-us/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=happy-independence-day-growth-starts-with-us</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[RefinedNG]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Sat, 01 Oct 2022 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[General]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#esebrume]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#globalexcelling]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#happyindependence]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#happyindependenceday]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#independencedaynigeria]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#kelechiihenacho]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#naiga4life]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#nationaldevelopment]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#nigeria62ndindependence]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#nigeriaat62]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#nigeriatothewrold]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#produlynigerian]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinedng]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinedpeople]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://refinedng.com/?p=11623</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Happy Independence Day: Growth Starts With Us At 62, there is a lot to…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/happy-independence-day-growth-starts-with-us/">Happy Independence Day: Growth Starts With Us</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<body> <figure class="wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1080" height="694" data-id="11638" src="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/20221001_104518-1080x694.jpg" alt="Happy Independence Day: Growth Starts With Us" class="wp-image-11638" loading="lazy"></figure> </figure> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Happy Independence Day: Growth Starts With Us</strong></p> <p style="font-size:18px">At 62, there is a lot to be thankful for and one is that we are happy people with a positive disposition towards life. Our positive outlook and determination to make Nigeria peaceful and prosperous have made us a united and indivisible nation. As we fly the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flag_of_Nigeria">Nigerian flag </a>proudly today on our 62<sup>nd</sup> Independence Anniversary, let us reflect on our journey together and how far we’ve come individually, and as a nation.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Daily, we see and applaud the achievements of Nigerians excelling globally in various industries such as sports, music, film, business, education, and art amongst others. Tobi Amusan, Ese Brume, Folashade Oluwafemiayo, Asisat Oshoala, Kelechi Iheanacho, and others have made us proud in the sports industry with their numerous awards and medals won. Our global music stars – Burna Boy, Wizkid, Davido, Tems, Yemi Alade, Ayra Starr, Tiwa Savage, and others keep putting Nigeria on a global map. The works of Kemi Adetiba, Biodun Stephen, Mo Abudu, Niyi Akinmolayan, and Kunle Afolayan speak volumes about Nigerian talent, hard work, and creativity internationally.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Read Also: <a href="https://refinedng.com/nigeria-at-61-we-will-continue-to-tell-our-stories/">Nigeria at 61: We Will Continue to Tell Our Stories</a></p> <p style="font-size:18px">Although we haven’t achieved all the marks we set collectively as a nation, we know that they are not impossible to achieve. If we look inwardly at our achievements over time, we can grow stronger, and more determined with unity of purpose.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">We all wish for a better Nigeria, and oftentimes; we look outside of ourselves while dreaming of a better country. Mostly, we forget that a better Nigeria starts with us as individuals. It starts with how we (the citizens) treat each other, respond to national issues, and contribute to national development. It starts with us.</p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>What </strong><strong>you can do to contribute to national development</strong></p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Be politically minded. </strong>Take interest in the political state of the country and constantly air your thoughts on how the political system can become better.</p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Use your Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC) correctly </strong>Participate In the forthcoming General Elections and vote for the right candidate. Vote without bias.</p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Make the government accountable. </strong>Keep demanding accountability and good governance from those in power. Air your concerns on social media and other platforms, and provide constructive criticisms when necessary.</p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Be a peace ambassador.</strong> Promote peace, tolerance, and unity as an individual via various online and offline platforms.</p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Be helpful</strong>. Reach out to, and help those In need. You can do this by paying more attention to the underserved or less-privileged around you.</p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Show </strong><strong>Support</strong>. Be supportive, and show love to the marginalized within and outside your state of residence.</p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Be security conscious. </strong>Watch your environment closely and report any unusual activity to the right authorities.</p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Be a good ambassador.</strong> Represent Nigeria positively through your job, leadership positions, and words. Maintain a positive image of the country both at home and abroad.</p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Protect public properties</strong>. While you do well to protect your personal properties, apply the same energy to public properties.</p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Don’t stop being you. </strong>Be yourself always and importantly, fly the Nigerian flag proudly.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Our work at RefinedNG has been rooted in the heart of the nation, fostering community development and individual growth. You too can be a part of this mission.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Email Us – contact@refinedng.com</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Socials – @refinedng</p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Happy 62<sup>nd</sup> Independence Anniversary Nigeria.</strong><strong></strong></p> </body><p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/happy-independence-day-growth-starts-with-us/">Happy Independence Day: Growth Starts With Us</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Disney Is Producing A Documentary On Nigerian Ballet Dancer, Anthony Madu</title> <link>https://refinedng.com/disney-is-producing-a-documentary-on-nigerian-ballet-dancer-anthony-madu/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=disney-is-producing-a-documentary-on-nigerian-ballet-dancer-anthony-madu</link> <comments>https://refinedng.com/disney-is-producing-a-documentary-on-nigerian-ballet-dancer-anthony-madu/#comments</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[RefinedNG]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2022 18:10:04 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[People]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#anthonymadu]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#balletdancernigeria]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#balletdancers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#disneydocumentary]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#disneyoriginals]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#influentailyoungnigerians]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#inspiringyoungnigerians]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#leapofdanceacademy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#maduballet]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#naigeriaballet]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinedng]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinednigerians]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#thursdaynews]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://refinedng.com/?p=11516</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Disney Is Producing A Documentary On Nigerian Ballet Dancer, Anthony Madu Anthony Madu, the…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/disney-is-producing-a-documentary-on-nigerian-ballet-dancer-anthony-madu/">Disney Is Producing A Documentary On Nigerian Ballet Dancer, Anthony Madu</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<body> <figure class="wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="640" height="320" data-id="11518" src="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-15.jpeg" alt="Disney Is Producing A Documentary On Nigerian Ballet Dancer, Anthony Madu" class="wp-image-11518" loading="lazy" srcset="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-15.jpeg 640w, https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-15-585x293.jpeg 585w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" /></figure> </figure> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Disney Is Producing A Documentary On Nigerian Ballet Dancer, Anthony Madu</strong></p> <p style="font-size:18px">Anthony Madu, the Leap of Dance Academy young ballet dancer, who became an internet sensation after a video of him dancing in the rain went viral in August 2020, now has a new win.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Disney Original Documentary has announced the production of a documentary on Anthony Madu. The documentary, titled “<strong>Madu</strong>,”will have a festival run before a limited theatrical release.</p> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Just announced: Madu — a documentary from Award-winning filmmakers Matt Ogens and Kachi Benson follow the journey of a Nigerian ballet dancer, Anthony Madu, as he leaves his community in Lagos to pursue a ballet career in a new country halfway across the world <img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.0.3/72x72/1f3a5.png" alt="🎥" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> <a href="https://t.co/SC513AaVOc">pic.twitter.com/SC513AaVOc</a></p>— Disney Original Documentary (@DisneyOrigDocs) <a href="https://twitter.com/DisneyOrigDocs/status/1568298199760228352?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 9, 2022</a></blockquote><script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> </div></figure> <p style="font-size:18px">Read Also: <a href="https://refinedng.com/jade-osiberu-signs-exclusive-deal-with-prime-video/">Jade Osiberu Signs Exclusive Deal with Prime Video</a></p> <p style="font-size:18px">Deadline says the documentary “ follow a remarkable course of events that began in 2020 when Anthony’s ballet teacher posted 44 seconds of him performing graceful pirouettes and leaps in that unexpected setting.”</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Read the synopsis below:</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Having grown up in an isolated community outside of Lagos and with almost no formal training, audiences will get a close look at Anthony’s journey after being awarded a scholarship to Elmhurst Ballet School, one of the most prestigious <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ballet">ballet</a> schools in the United Kingdom. Anthony comes from a community with limited opportunities, making this a chance of a lifetime to pursue his dream… By immersing the audience in Lagos’s culture and fascinating surroundings, Ogens and Benson use their unique perspectives to bring the film to life in the true spirit of Nigeria and its people. Featuring intimate vérité and stunning visuals, the film will immerse audiences into the characters’ worlds and examine their journeys in profoundly inspiring ways.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">“Madu” is directed by <strong>Matt Ogens</strong> and <strong>Kachi Benson</strong>. It is produced by <strong>Jamie Patricof, Katie McNeill</strong>, and <strong>Rachel Halilej</strong> of Hunting Lane Films. <strong>Marjon Javadi</strong> oversees the project for Disney Original Documentary.</p> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-instagram wp-block-embed-instagram"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> <blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CiWaYJBLwSX/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14" style=" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><div style="padding:16px;"> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CiWaYJBLwSX/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" style=" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; 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It stars singer <strong>Chiké</strong>, <strong>Tobi Bakre</strong>, and <strong>Adesua Etomi-Wellington</strong> and others.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Excited Jade, while announcing this new development said, “I am overjoyed with this collaboration and already feel like I’m part of the Prime Video and Amazon Studios family.”</p> <p style="font-size:18px">It will be an absolute pleasure to introduce <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amazon_Prime_Video">Prime Video</a> audiences to the most exciting talent and storylines Nigeria has to offer, and I’m looking forward to continuing to help elevate Nigerian stories on a global scale.”</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Congratulations Jade Osiberu.</p> </body><p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/jade-osiberu-signs-exclusive-deal-with-prime-video/">Jade Osiberu Signs Exclusive Deal with Prime Video</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://refinedng.com/jade-osiberu-signs-exclusive-deal-with-prime-video/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Kuda, a Digital Bank Solving Traditional Banking Challenges</title> <link>https://refinedng.com/kuda-a-digital-bank-solving-traditional-banking-challenges/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kuda-a-digital-bank-solving-traditional-banking-challenges</link> <comments>https://refinedng.com/kuda-a-digital-bank-solving-traditional-banking-challenges/#comments</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[RefinedNG]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2022 18:08:43 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Featured Article]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Industry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#bankingsectorinnigeria]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#bankofthefree]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#celebratingnigerianbanks]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#firstnigerianbankonbinance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#firstnigerianonlydigitalbank]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#industryinnigeria]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinedng]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinednigerians]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://refinedng.com/?p=11403</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Kuda, a Digital Bank Solving Traditional Banking Challenges Kuda, popularly tagged “the bank of…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/kuda-a-digital-bank-solving-traditional-banking-challenges/">Kuda, a Digital Bank Solving Traditional Banking Challenges</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<body> <figure class="wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="900" height="506" data-id="11404" src="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Kuda-Bank-2.jpg" alt="Kuda, a Digital Bank Solving Traditional Banking Challenges" class="wp-image-11404" loading="lazy" srcset="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Kuda-Bank-2.jpg 900w, https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Kuda-Bank-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Kuda-Bank-2-585x329.jpg 585w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px" /></figure> </figure> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Kuda, a Digital Bank Solving Traditional Banking Challenges</strong></p> <p style="font-size:18px">Kuda, popularly tagged “the bank of the free” is a digital-only bank licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Kuda has been operating since 2017 with a presence in Nigeria and the United Kingdom.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Kuda formerly operated as Kudi Money, an online-only savings and lending platform, and was later renamed Kuda Bank in 2019 by its founders, Babs Ogundeyi (Co-Founder and CEO), and Musty Mustapha (Co-Founder and CTO).</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Kuda Bank started with a unique strategy for a high-ranking audience in Nigeria and across the world. This strategy focuses on alleviating its audience’s banking challenges whilst meeting their unique needs. The Bank has made significant progress in Nigeria since starting operations. Its growing audience includes the Millennials and Generation Z who are known to be internet savvy.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Kuda Bank majorly exists as a Microfinance and <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/m/mobile-banking.asp">mobile banking</a> institution that promotes a free banking lifestyle by cutting off ridiculous charges. The services offered by Kuda Bank are a general improvement in traditional banking services. For example, all an interested user needs to do is download the app and sign up, after which they receive a free debit card to be delivered wherever they are in the country.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Users also do not have to queue up at the bank anymore as they can resolve complaints from their mobile devices successfully. To ensure that customers can easily resolve transaction problems that may occur while using the app, Kuda Bank provides a 30-digit session ID for each transaction.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Read Also: <a href="https://refinedng.com/shuttlers-a-nigerian-startup-refining-transportation-experience-for-the-working-class/">Shuttlers, a Leading Startup Providing Refined Transportation Service for Nigerians</a></p> <p style="font-size:18px">Kuda Bank also provides security features, such as; a validation mechanism for all users, and a circuit-breaking tool that flags down transactions higher than the normal range. The circuit breaker system means that when a customer who usually transfers ₦50,000 suddenly attempts to transfer ₦500,000 it will be flagged to notify the user of a probable error or a fraudulent transaction.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">To revolutionize banking, Kuda Bank partnered with premium banks in Nigeria including Guaranty Trust Bank, Access Bank, and Zenith Bank, to create a wide branch network where customers can go to deposit money into their Kuda accounts for free. Users can also get debit cards issued by Access Bank, following a license from Verve and Visa International.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Kuda Bank recently made history as the first Nigerian bank to be included in the Binance P2P payment options. Users who trade in cryptocurrencies on Binance can now make and receive payments through their Kuda accounts.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Kuda believes that anticipating customer needs and offering effective solutions should be the defining motto of the age of digital banking.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Kuda is the future of the Nigerian financial industry.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">We celebrate Kuda!</p> </body><p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/kuda-a-digital-bank-solving-traditional-banking-challenges/">Kuda, a Digital Bank Solving Traditional Banking Challenges</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://refinedng.com/kuda-a-digital-bank-solving-traditional-banking-challenges/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Register to Join the 2023 Commonwealth Short Story Writing Contest</title> <link>https://refinedng.com/register-to-join-the-2023-commonwealth-short-story-writing-contest/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=register-to-join-the-2023-commonwealth-short-story-writing-contest</link> <comments>https://refinedng.com/register-to-join-the-2023-commonwealth-short-story-writing-contest/#comments</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[RefinedNG]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2022 18:07:55 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Featured Article]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Learning and Development]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#commowealth]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#commowealthopportunity]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#commowealthshortstory]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#learninganddevelopment]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#opportunitythursday]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinedng]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinednigerians]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinedpeople]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#shortstorucontest]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://refinedng.com/?p=11458</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Register to Join the 2023 Commonwealth Short Story Writing Contest Register to join the…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/register-to-join-the-2023-commonwealth-short-story-writing-contest/">Register to Join the 2023 Commonwealth Short Story Writing Contest</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<body> <figure class="wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="781" height="393" data-id="11461" src="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-11.jpeg" alt="Register to Join the 2023 Commonwealth Short Story Writing Contest" class="wp-image-11461" loading="lazy" srcset="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-11.jpeg 781w, https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-11-768x386.jpeg 768w, https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/images-11-585x294.jpeg 585w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 781px) 100vw, 781px" /></figure> </figure> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Register to Join the 2023 Commonwealth Short Story Writing Contest</strong></p> <p style="font-size:18px">Register to join the annual Commonwealth short story writing contest for unpublished short fiction. Talented writers are encouraged to apply for the contest ending on 1st of November 2022.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">The Commonwealth Short Story Prize started in 2012 with the launch of Commonwealth Writers. With a global reach across five continents, the Prize seeks out talented writers and brings stories from new and emerging voices to an international audience. Stories often come from countries with little or no publishing infrastructure and from places that are marked by geographical, geopolitical or economic isolation.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">The contest will feature a panel of writers and a chair of judges. Who after will shortlist twenty stories from the submission and judge those stories based on the contest criterion. After this, five regional winners will emerge, followed by a central winner.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Read Also: <a href="https://refinedng.com/join-the-2023-women-world-bank-fintech-innovation-challenge/">Join the 2023 Women World Bank Fintech Innovation Challenge</a></p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Eligibility Requirement</strong></p> <ul class="wp-block-list" style="font-size:18px"><li>Participants must be citizens of a Commowealth Country.</li><li>Participants must be aged 18 years and above</li><li>Stories can be in English or translated from another language</li><li>Entries must be unpublished stories</li><li>The story must be an original work and the participants own work.</li><li>Entries must be 2000 words minimun and 5000 words maximum</li><li>Story must be adult fiction and not fiction written for children only</li></ul> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p style="font-size:18px">To apply, entries must be submitted only on the <a href="https://www.commonwealthwriters.org/shortstoryprize/info/">Commonwealth writers website</a></p> </body><p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/register-to-join-the-2023-commonwealth-short-story-writing-contest/">Register to Join the 2023 Commonwealth Short Story Writing Contest</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://refinedng.com/register-to-join-the-2023-commonwealth-short-story-writing-contest/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>2</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Canva Design Made Simple with RefinedNG</title> <link>https://refinedng.com/canva-design-made-simple-with-refinedng/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=canva-design-made-simple-with-refinedng</link> <comments>https://refinedng.com/canva-design-made-simple-with-refinedng/#comments</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[RefinedNG]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2022 18:04:25 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#businessopportunitiesinnigeria]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#canvadesignclass]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#contentcreators]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#designclass]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#designing]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#designlikeapro]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#graphicsdesigner]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#nigerians]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#opportunities]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinedevents]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinedng]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinedpeople]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://refinedng.com/?p=11544</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Canva Design Made Simple with RefinedNG Do you want to create amazing designs for…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/canva-design-made-simple-with-refinedng/">Canva Design Made Simple with RefinedNG</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<body> <figure class="wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-10 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1080" height="694" data-id="11545" src="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/WhatsApp-Image-2022-09-20-at-6.45.31-AM-e1663662911100-1080x694.jpeg" alt="Canva Design Made Simple with RefinedNG" class="wp-image-11545" loading="lazy"></figure> </figure> <p style="font-size:18px">Canva Design Made Simple with RefinedNG</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Do you want to create amazing designs for your business, and access the tools you need for your creative or career journey?</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Register now to participate in our three days <a href="https://www.canva.com/">Canva</a> training holding from 5th to 7th of October 2022.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Register Now: <a href="https://forms.gle/h3F5hYLLn1aUVZpz5">https://forms.gle/h3F5hYLLn1aUVZpz5</a></p> <p style="font-size:18px">Visit @refinedng across all social platforms for more information.</p> </body><p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/canva-design-made-simple-with-refinedng/">Canva Design Made Simple with RefinedNG</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://refinedng.com/canva-design-made-simple-with-refinedng/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>4</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Animated Sci-Fi Series, “Iwaju” to Premiere in 2023</title> <link>https://refinedng.com/animated-sci-fi-series-iwaju-to-premiere-in-2023/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=animated-sci-fi-series-iwaju-to-premiere-in-2023</link> <comments>https://refinedng.com/animated-sci-fi-series-iwaju-to-premiere-in-2023/#comments</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[RefinedNG]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2022 18:03:07 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Events]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Nollywood]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#animation]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#animationmovie]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#animationnigeria]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#animationstudios]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#childrenmovies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#disneyanimation]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#iwaju animation]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#iwajuanimation]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#iwjuanimation]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#moviepremier2023]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#nigeriakigali]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#nigerianmovies]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinedng]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#ugangaandnigeria]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://refinedng.com/?p=11508</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Animated Sci-Fi Series, “Iwaju” to Premiere in 2023 To promote African stories and maintain…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/animated-sci-fi-series-iwaju-to-premiere-in-2023/">Animated Sci-Fi Series, “Iwaju” to Premiere in 2023</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<body> <figure class="wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-11 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"> <figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" width="1023" height="551" data-id="11510" src="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/screen-shot-2020-12-10-at-8.20.32-pm.png" alt="Animated Sci-Fi Series, “Iwaju” to Premiere in 2023" class="wp-image-11510" loading="lazy" srcset="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/screen-shot-2020-12-10-at-8.20.32-pm.png 1023w, https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/screen-shot-2020-12-10-at-8.20.32-pm-768x414.png 768w, https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/screen-shot-2020-12-10-at-8.20.32-pm-585x315.png 585w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1023px) 100vw, 1023px" /></figure> </figure> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Animated Sci-Fi Series, “Iwaju” to Premiere in 2023</strong></p> <p style="font-size:18px">To promote African stories and maintain its originality, three creatives from Nigeria and Uganda, Tolu Olowofoyeku, Hamid Ibrahim and Ziki Nelson created Kugali Media in 2017.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">In 2020, Disney Animation Studios announced it’s collaboration with the all-African Studio – Kugali, to produce “Iwaju,” an animated sci-fi series.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">“Iwaju”, which means “The Future” in Yoruba Language is set in Lagos State Nigeria. The sci-fi series explores deep themes of class, innocence, and challenging the status quo.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Read Also: <a href="https://refinedng.com/anthill-studios-animated-web-series-league-of-orishas-will-premiere-on-september-11-watch-the-teaser/">Anthill Studios’ animated web series “League Of Orishas” will premiere on September 11 – Watch the teaser</a></p> <p style="font-size:18px">Written and directed by Kugali’s co-founder Ziki Nelson, “Iwaju” showcases a combination of Disney’s animation expertise and Kugali’s amazing storytelling authenticity.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">“Iwaju” follows the story of Tola and Kole, who grew up on opposite sides of a city because of a difference in their social status. The friendship between the boys is tested by Bode, who is a tech pioneer with futuristic innovations.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">The series will air exclusively on<a href="https://www.disneyplus.com/"> Disney Plus</a> in 2023.</p> </body><p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/animated-sci-fi-series-iwaju-to-premiere-in-2023/">Animated Sci-Fi Series, “Iwaju” to Premiere in 2023</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://refinedng.com/animated-sci-fi-series-iwaju-to-premiere-in-2023/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>2</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Five Personal Branding Tips for Visibility</title> <link>https://refinedng.com/five-personal-branding-tips-for-visibility/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=five-personal-branding-tips-for-visibility</link> <comments>https://refinedng.com/five-personal-branding-tips-for-visibility/#comments</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[RefinedNG]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2022 18:00:05 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Featured Article]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Learning and Development]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#branding]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#brandingtips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#brandsfornigerians]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#developmenttuesday]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#learninganddevelopment]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#learninganddevelopmenttuesday]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#personalbrand]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#personalbranding]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#purposedriven]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinedng]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinedpeople]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#storytelling]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#tuesdaytips]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://refinedng.com/?p=11547</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Five Personal Branding Tips for Visibility Personal branding is an act of presenting, marketing…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/five-personal-branding-tips-for-visibility/">Five Personal Branding Tips for Visibility</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<body> <figure class="wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-12 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1170" height="694" data-id="11549" src="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/iStock-1218764252-1170x694.jpg" alt="Five Personal Branding Tips for Visibility" class="wp-image-11549" loading="lazy" srcset="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/iStock-1218764252-1170x694.jpg 1170w, https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/iStock-1218764252-768x456.jpg 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px" /></figure> </figure> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Five Personal Branding Tips for Visibility</strong></p> <p style="font-size:18px">Personal branding is an act of presenting, marketing yourself or creating an image for yourself to the public. The internet is important for self-representation, business <a href="https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/visibility#:~:text=Definition%20of%20visibility,capability%20of%20being%20readily%20noticed">visibility</a>, and work. It is your connection to the rest of the world and can be utilized effectively for personal branding. Key elements essential to personal branding include writing a brand purpose, knowing your core values, strength, and skills, and providing your brand elements (colors, logo, images, name).</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Here are five simple tips to have in mind before starting your branding journey.</p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Have a purpose</strong></p> <p style="font-size:18px">If you don’t know why you need a personal brand, take a pause right here. Take some time to list the specific reasons why you need a personal brand and the purpose you intend to achieve from having one. Be clear about what you want to achieve.</p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Have a Story</strong></p> <p style="font-size:18px">Once you know what you intend to achieve with branding, the next step is to develop that purpose into a story. What is your story? Think about certain limitations you’ve had, and channel them into something great. This could be a product or service.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Read Also: <a href="https://refinedng.com/five-ted-talks-by-nigerians-you-should-listen-to-this-week/">Five TED Talks by Nigerians you should listen to this week</a></p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Show up Consistently</strong></p> <p style="font-size:18px">In branding, we take consistency to a higher level. Rather than just showing up consistently, show up as your brand consistently. If you have any significant elements, use them every time you show up. An example will be if you have a name e.g the mind surgeon; include this name in your posts and videos where necessary, and when you introduce yourself or talk to people. They will begin to connect you to that brand.</p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Creatively share your story</strong></p> <p style="font-size:18px">Be creative about presenting your brand to the world. Tweak different ways to present your unique value to your audience. Telling personal stories is usually a good catch for written content. Share your story.</p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Give the best presentation ever</strong></p> <p style="font-size:18px">The first impression matters most times. This means, always presenting yourself as well as possible. Your images, your photos, and your dressing should constantly reflect YOU and YOUR BRAND.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Cheers to creating a compelling personal brand.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">We are rooting for you!</p> </body><p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/five-personal-branding-tips-for-visibility/">Five Personal Branding Tips for Visibility</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://refinedng.com/five-personal-branding-tips-for-visibility/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>1</slash:comments> </item> <item> <title>Cowrywise: A Fintech Startup Promoting Savings and Investment Culture In Nigeria</title> <link>https://refinedng.com/cowrywise-a-fintech-startup-promoting-savings-and-investment-culture-in-nigeria/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cowrywise-a-fintech-startup-promoting-savings-and-investment-culture-in-nigeria</link> <comments>https://refinedng.com/cowrywise-a-fintech-startup-promoting-savings-and-investment-culture-in-nigeria/#comments</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[RefinedNG]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 28 Sep 2022 17:55:38 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Featured Article]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Industry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Technology]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#bigstartupsinnigeria]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#cowrywise]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#edwardpopoola]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#fintechstartupfosteringsavings]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#fintechstartupinnigeria]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#indigenousthursday]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#indigenuscompany]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#nigeriafintechs]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#nigeriafintechspace]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#proudlynigeria]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#rasaqahmed]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinedng]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinednigerians]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#refinedpeople]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#savingandinvestmentfintech]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://refinedng.com/?p=11572</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Cowrywise: A Fintech Startup Promoting Savings and Investment Culture In Nigeria Cowrywise is a…</p> <p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/cowrywise-a-fintech-startup-promoting-savings-and-investment-culture-in-nigeria/">Cowrywise: A Fintech Startup Promoting Savings and Investment Culture In Nigeria</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<body> <figure class="wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-13 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex"> <figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="468" height="311" data-id="11573" src="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/cowry.png" alt="Cowrywise: A Fintech Startup Promoting Savings and Investment Culture In Nigeria" class="wp-image-11573" loading="lazy" srcset="https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/cowry.png 468w, https://refinedng.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/cowry-263x175.png 263w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 468px) 100vw, 468px" /></figure> </figure> <p></p> <p style="font-size:18px"><strong>Cowrywise: A Fintech Startup Promoting Savings and Investment Culture In Nigeria</strong></p> <p style="font-size:18px">Cowrywise is a leading fintech company in Nigeria that makes savings and investments accessible to users. The platform was founded in 2017 to make financial planning easier for the average Nigerian. Presently, Cowrywise is one of the trusted fintech startups fostering savings and investment culture in the country.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Cowrywise was founded by former investment analysts <a href="https://refinedng.com/razaq-ahmed/">Rasaq Ahmed</a>, and Edward Popoola. Rasaq observed in his work as an investment analyst that fund managers serve only a small portion of the population – the wealthy. He, however, saw the gap in the market and opened the door to more people, mostly young, tech-savvy people, focused on preserving wealth. Rasaq teamed up with his college friend, Edward Popoola to build Cowrywise as an asset management platform.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Read Also: <a href="https://refinedng.com/kuda-a-digital-bank-solving-traditional-banking-challenges/">Kuda, a Digital Bank Solving Traditional Banking Challenges</a></p> <p style="font-size:18px">Cowrywise enables users to save and invest through its simple digital planning tools and options made available. Recurring savings and investments are automated so users avoid procrastination and get in the habit of making those small changes that will help with wealth building and management.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">The company’s goal is simple; to personalize the financial management experience and create opportunities for businesses and individuals to save and invest. Users can not only see their net worth and where their investments are, but they also get financial advice and investment opportunities that they can take advantage of.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Cowrywise allows individuals to follow a few simple steps to save and invest on the platform. Once registered, individuals can add their bank details and other requested information. They can also choose from the various goal plans available or create a unique plan of their own. App users can also invest in mutual funds, choose investment plans and enjoy various tips to improve their financial knowledge.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">To meet business needs, Cowrywise provides a feature called “germ,” which helps with money management. Businesses can easily invest excess money and get a return on their investment.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Since starting operations in 2017, Cowrywise has attracted top investors including YCombinator, Catalyst Fund, SHL Capital, Microtraction, and others. It has raised a total of US$3.3 million, the latest being in January 2021.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">Cowrywise made the list of “50 startups that change the world in 2019,” amongst other recognitions.</p> <p style="font-size:18px">You can access the platform on <a href="https://cowrywise.com/">www.cowrywise.com</a></p> </body><p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/cowrywise-a-fintech-startup-promoting-savings-and-investment-culture-in-nigeria/">Cowrywise: A Fintech Startup Promoting Savings and Investment Culture In Nigeria</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://refinedng.com/cowrywise-a-fintech-startup-promoting-savings-and-investment-culture-in-nigeria/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>18</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>