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Introducing Taeillo, The Perfect Furniture Option For Minimalists
Growing up in the 80s and 90s, Saturdays were the very best! The aroma of moimoi and akara from the kitchen, the resounding voice of the commentator on Telly Match, the cartoons on Cadbury Breakfast Show and other sitcoms were highlights of our morning; it felt like a reward for the work to come.
We usually anticipated Saturdays since we didn’t have to go to school and there was an opportunity to play around. However, on the flip side, those mornings were incomplete till we finished our house chores.
Even though we had other famous chores such as laundry, the main chore was house cleaning. It was tedious and often supervised by our parents, who ensured we did a good job.
The supervision was as important as the efforts we put into cleaning because the living rooms were complicated and had a lot going on; the bulky 3 seaters and up to 4 single sofas, the chair covers, the big wooden centre table, the vintage cupboards used to hold special kitchen wares (plates, cutleries, teacups & saucers), the massive wooden electronics shelf, the box TVs, the valance(a decorative wooden board usually constructed above the curtain fittings with a hollow for picture frames) and so on. Reminiscing on it right now, the older folks were quite complex in their set-up.
Contrary to the complex lifestyle and set-up some of us got used to growing up, it’s quite interesting to see that some Gen Zs and Millennials (folks between ages 22 -45) are consciously and unconsciously adopting the minimalist lifestyle. This subtle culture is visible in the tiniest details of their lives – as they love to keep it simple and stylish. We see these attributes play out in the way they dress up, their home decoration, the gadgets they use, the car they drive, the places they unwind and their general outlook to mention a few.
Essentially, a sizeable number of people from across the world are gradually embracing the minimalist concept. With this concept, our homes need not be complicated and filled with non-essential items.
According to the New York Times, minimalism started in the art world and even though, this concept has been around for a while, it is gradually becoming mainstream in Nigeria and some parts of Africa.
A minimalist believes that less is more and therefore leads a simple, yet a decent lifestyle. For a lot of people, adopting and living this concept is circumstantial as its cost-effectiveness has made it grow considerably over time – needless to say, minimalists love the beautiful things of life and are happy to pay less for it. Typically, this group of people makes deliberate efforts to buy and own only things they need and are prone to asking questions like, Do I love it? Can I do without it? will I use it? And is there a cheaper alternative?” If the item lacks purpose, then you don’t need it; however, doing this is easier said than done.
Understanding the increase in demand for everything minimal, taeillo, a furniture and lifestyle brand has adopted the minimalist concept to manufacturing elegantly crafted functional furniture pieces using materials sourced from across Africa.
A perfect minimalist living room set-up will have all or some of the following pieces; A Sofa, A Side Stool, A Coffee Table, A Wall Frame, A Bean Bag or Accent Chair, A Flower Planter, A Center Rug, Ornaments, A console, Throw Pillows and Sofa Blanket to tie in accent colours for those who love visual rhythm. If you love it, buy it. Stay in touch with your truth. taeillo offers this and more. Follow us @taeillo on Instagram and @tribe_taeillo on Twitter for more information.
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
Residents of Egbin, Ijede, and Ipakan in Lagos State recently trooped out for the 7th Annual Medical Outreach of Egbin Power.
The three-day medical outreach was organised in partnership with a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) known as Livewell Initiative in line with the power-generating company’s commitment to ensuring healthy lives and well-being of its host communities.
This programme also aligns with the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG 3) – Good Health and Well-being.
The outreach attracted over three thousand people, including children, adults and nursing mothers, who enjoyed cardiovascular, arthritis, dental, eye-check, diabetes tests, malaria treatment, hepatitis screening, and blood pressure examination.
It was gathered that eyeglasses, dental kits, and medications were administered at no cost to the residents after careful examination by qualified medical practitioners.
“At Egbin Power, we recognise that the health and well-being of our host communities is crucial to our success. This medical outreach programme is one of the ways we demonstrate our commitment to giving back to our host communities.
“It is also in alignment with our commitment to SDG 3 and we believe that access to quality healthcare is a fundamental right, and we will continue to work towards making it a reality for all,” the Head of Corporate Communications and Branding at Egbin Power, Mr Felix Ofulue, stated.
“We are proud to partner with Egbin Power on this medical outreach programme. Together, we are making a positive difference in the lives of the people in these communities,” the Managing Director of Livewell Initiative, Dr Bisi Bright, said.
Also speaking at the event, the Aro of Egbin Kingdom, Mr Olayemi Olukunga, said, “We are grateful to Egbin Power for their kindness and generosity. This medical outreach programme has become an annual tradition that we look forward to, and we appreciate the positive impact it has on our community.”
One of the beneficiaries, Mrs Wasilat Ogundipe, thanked Egbin Power for the gesture, saying, “It affords us timely access to free medical examinations, enabling our children, parents and vulnerable community members to address their health concerns.”
By Adedapo Adesanya
International Workplace Group (IWG), the world’s largest provider of hybrid working solutions with notable brands like Spaces and Regus, is opening two state-of-the-art flexible workspaces in Lagos to meet the rising demand.
The addition of IWG’s latest locations, HQ Lagos Lekki Link Bridge and Regus Lagos Mansard Place, followed the business posting its highest-ever revenue, cashflow and earnings growth in its history and achieving rapid network growth, signing 465 new locations in the first half of 2024 alone.
According to the company, the adoption of hybrid working rapidly is accelerating across Nigeria and these new locations in Lagos are part of the drive by IWG to meet the sharply rising demand for top-class flexible working space in the area.
Its unique offering will enable local people to experience living in a “15-minute” city, allowing workers to work close to their homes without commuting far from where they live.
The HQ workspace is set to open in Lekki in March 2025 and will It will be located on the 2nd and 3rd floor while the Regus location at Mansard Place (situated at Plot 928, Bishop Aboyade Cole Street, Victoria Island) will be on the 3rd floor of the six storey building and will open in February 2025.
The buildings will provide space for established firms and start-ups across a range of industries, while IWG’s Design Your Own Office service allows companies to tailor their space entirely to their requirements. The new locations will include facilities including private offices, meeting rooms, co-working and creative spaces.
With explosive market growth as companies of all sizes adopt hybrid working for the long-term, it is predicted that 30 per cent of all commercial real estate will be flexible workspace by 2030 and IWG believes that partners will be able to capitalise on this fast-growing sector,
The potential for further growth is exponential with an estimated 1.2 billion white collar workers globally and a total addressable market of more than £1.57 trillion. Conventional office occupancy will continue to fall as businesses require less traditional space and turn to flexible workspace instead.
Last year alone, IWG welcomed over 800 new partner locations and counts 83 per cent of Fortune 500 companies among its customer base.
Speaking on this, Mr Mark Dixon, CEO & Founder of International Workplace Group Plc, commented: “We are establishing a stronger and much-needed footprint in Nigeria with this these latest openings.
“As an important business hub Lagos is a fantastic place for us to boost our expansion plans. The need for high-quality flexible workspaces continues to soar as hybrid working becomes the new normal.
“We are very pleased to work in partnership with Sterling Bank and APD Mansard Place to develop the brand under a management agreement that will add a cutting-edge workspaces to their the buildings.
“Our openings in Lagos comes at a time when more and more companies are discovering that flexible working boosts employee happiness and satisfaction, while helping the environment. Our workplace model is also proven to increase productivity and allows for a business to scale up or down at significantly reduced costs.”
By Modupe Gbadeyanka
Another award has been added to the shelves of Airtel Nigeria for the quality service it offers its numerous subscribers.
At the 14th Nigerian NewsDirect Awards held at the Lagos Oriental Hotel on Friday, December 6, 2024, the company went home with the Most Preferred and Admired Telecommunications Brand award.
The chief executive of Airtel Nigeria, Mr Dinesh Balsingh, thanked the news platform for the recognition, reiterating the dedication of the organisation towards the growth of Nigeria.
“At Airtel, we remain steadfast in our mission to enrich lives and contribute to the sustainable growth of our nation, and we are proud to receive this award as the Most Preferred and Admired Telecommunications Brand.
“This recognition reaffirms our commitment to connecting Nigerians, driving digital inclusion, and empowering communities through innovative solutions,” he said.
The ceremony, themed Achieving Economic Prosperity: The Role of Human Capacity Development, Fiscal Prudence, and Revenue Generation, celebrated outstanding contributions made by individuals and corporate organisations to national development across sectors and industries.
The chairman of Odu’a Investment Limited, Mr Bimbo Ashiru, thanked all participating entities for their “continuous contributions and support to the nation’s growth.”
“You have demonstrated excellence and have significantly contributed to Nigeria’s progress and we believe this platform will continue to highlight and encourage best practices across industries,” he stated.
The event attracted several persons, including the chairman of the Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS), Mr Ayodele Subair; and the Registrar-General of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), Mr Hussaini Ishaq Magaji; among others.
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