The 2024 edition of the ECOWAS Food and Cultural Festival is set to immerse attendees in the vibrant cultures of West Africa. With music, dance, food, art, and cultural showcases from across the region, the festival is designed to celebrate both unity and diversity within ECOWAS.
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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s New Novel “Dream Count” Set for Release in 2025
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGDream Count has been in development for nearly a decade, and according to Penguin Random House, the novel is set to explore the intricacies of relationships, happiness, and the deep emotional landscapes of its characters. With her signature narrative style, Adichie once again ventures into complex themes that speak to universal human experiences while highlighting distinctly Nigerian and African identities.
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EventsNews
28th Edition of Poetry Africa Festival to Take Place in October 2024, Honoring Resilience and Survival
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGOrganized by the Centre for Creative Arts at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Poetry Africa has evolved into a major international platform celebrating poetry’s role in social change. The festival will feature 72 poets from 21 countries, including participants from Nigeria, Kenya, the United States, Palestine, the United Kingdom, and Zimbabwe.
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Sports
Chidera Ejuke Becomes First Nigerian to Score for Sevilla in 2-1 Win
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGComing off the bench in the second half to replace captain JesĂşs Navas, Ejuke immediately made an impact. With just five minutes left on the clock, he picked up a loose ball, dribbled past three defenders, and calmly slotted a low shot into the bottom corner.
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Nwaneri’s first goal came in the 37th minute, when he latched onto a pass from Declan Rice and slotted a superb left-footed finish past Bolton’s goalkeeper. His second goal arrived just after halftime, again using his left foot to find the back of the net after receiving another assist from Rice
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 Genea Family Office Hosts Exclusive Event on Estate and Wealth Planning
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGThe evening featured discussions on advanced estate planning strategies, offering fresh perspectives on the importance of life insurance for wealth transfer and long-term protection. Attendees learned how integrating life insurance into financial plans can facilitate seamless wealth transfer, ensuring the stability and growth of family assets.
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The 2024 FIBA U18 Women’s AfroBasket may have ended with a silver medal, but Nigeria’s young team leaves Pretoria with their heads held high and their eyes set on the future. The emergence of players like Idubamo Beggi, who could be a cornerstone for the national team for years to come, is a sign of the bright future ahead for Nigerian women’s basketball.
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Damola Adamolekun is no stranger to high-stakes corporate turnarounds. Before joining Red Lobster, he served as CEO of P.F. Chang’s, the popular Asian fusion restaurant chain, where he successfully generated $1 billion in revenue and led the company to unprecedented growth
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18-Year-Old Nigerian Inventor Khalifa Aminu Develops Sensory Glasses for the Visually Impaired
by REFINEDNGby REFINEDNGAt just 18 years old, Khalifa Aminu from Kano, Nigeria, is pioneering a revolutionary invention to transform the lives of visually impaired individuals. Khalifa has designed and developed sensory glasses with infrared sensors, allowing users to navigate their surroundings safely and independently without relying on traditional walking sticks or guide dogs.