Muhtar Bakare: Nigeria’s revolutionary capitalist
I first met Muhtar Bakare in January , when I travelled to Lagos to ask if he would publish my manuscript of short stories. Before then, we’d exchanged a few emails, as he’d accepted one of my stories for the website of Farafina, the literary magazine he had founded. His emails were terse yet casual, while mine, as I read them now, were fussily formal. I was a year-old university dropout who was desperate to remake himself as a writer, and it was crucial to me that Bakare take me seriously.
Bakare is a man of many parts. He was born to parents of two ethnic groups, a Nupe mother and Yoruba father. He grew up in the Epetedo area of Lagos Island, known for its crumbling infrastructure and slum-like congestion, but now lives in Victoria Island, home to some of the country’s most prized real estate.
He attended a free public school, but, based on his performance in the entrance examinations, was later admitted to the prestigious King’s College, where, he says, the fees were remarkably cheap. “Everything I’ve been able to achieve has been due to the largesse of Nigeria,” he reflects, referring to the free education he benefitted fr
Yewande Sadiku Highlights How NIPC Will Continually Coordinate Local &#; Foreign Investments in Nigeria
The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC), Yewande Sadiku, was a guest on Arise Xchange, the weekly global business report of ARISE TV Networks on Thursday, 16 July where she shared her thoughts on how the coronavirus pandemic has affected Nigeria’s strategy in soliciting foreign investments and renewed focus in local investors focusing on stimulating local businesses.
Commenting on UNCTAD’s forecast which estimates that foreign direct investment flows will decrease by % in /, Sadiku explained that “as the pandemic worsens and economies further contract, our projection remains that those UNCTAD
figures will shrink even further”.
She added, “Investment announcements which we track and share daily through our newsletter show that $ billion investment announcements were recorded in the first half of – this is a third of what was recorded within the corresponding period last year”. Nevertheless, the biggest investments for new entrants from the half-year were recorded from Kaduna, Nasarawa and Ekiti states.
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Yewande Sadiku
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| Born | () July 27, (age&#;52) |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Other&#;names | YTS |
| Citizenship | Nigeria |
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| Years&#;active | Present |
| Known&#;for | Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission Executive Secretary/CEO |
Yewande Sadiku (born 27 July ), popularly known as YTS, is an investment Banker and Nigerian Public Servant. She was appointed in September by His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR as the Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC),.[1] Nigeria’s foremost investment promotion agency. Before joining the public sector, Sadiku was Executive Director, overseeing Corporate and Investment Banking at Stanbic IBTC Bank PLC, a subsidiary of Standard Bank of South Africa, Africa’s biggest bank.
Education
Sadiku spent her early years in Zaria, Nigeria then grew up in Lagos, Nigeria. She attended International School Lagos, at the University of Lagos where she completed her secondary school education.
16 of The Best Biography Books for Kids
In this post, I compiled a list of some of the best biography books for kids that are sure to spark their imagination and fuel their dreams. These incredible stories showcase remarkable individuals who overcame obstacles, shattered stereotypes, and made significant contributions to the world.
Biography Books for Kids
From trailblazers like Neil Armstrong and Jane Goodall to sports legends like Michael Jordan and Jackie Robinson, these biographies offer a diverse collection of role models for young readers.
1. The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, by William Kamkwamba, Bryan Mealer
In the midst of a devastating drought in Malawi, young William Kamkwamba discovers a solution to his family&#;s hardships in the village library: constructing a windmill from scrap metal and old bicycle parts.
This resourceful invention brings electricity and water to his family&#;s home, transforming their lives. Adapted for younger readers, this inspiring memoir highlights the power of innovation and perseverance, complete with photographs, illustrations, and an epilogue to update readers on William&#;s journey.
2. The Girl Who Thought in Pictures: The
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