Tag: Ambassadors

19Jan By dthataNo Comments

Politics

Full List Of Ambassadorial Posting

The Non-career Ambassadors 1. Dr Uzoma Emenike (United States) 2. Ambassador Tijani Muhammmad-Bande (UN) 3. Adeyinka Asekun (Canada) 4. Yahaya Lawal (Saudi Arabia) 5. Ibrahim Kayode Laaro (France) 6. Modupe Irele (Hungary) 7. Eniola Ajayi (The Hague, Netherlands) 8. Julius Adebowale Adeshina (Togo) 9. Oma Djebah (Thailand) 10. Ademola Seriki (Spain) 11. Umar Sulieman (DRC) 12. Kevin Peter (Czech Republic) 13. John Usanga (Guinea Bissau) 14. Elejah Onyeagba (Burundi) 15. Philip Ikurusi (Argentina) 16. Tarzoor Terhemen (Namibia) 17. Paul Adikwu (The Vatican, Italy) 18. Al-Bishir Al-Hussain (Morocco) 19. Monique Ekpong (Angola) 20. Ominyi Eze (Zambia) 21. 16. Yamah Musa (Mozambique) 22. C. O Ugwu (Poland) 23. Hajara Sali...

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13Jan By dthataNo Comments

Politics

Buhari Approves Posting Of 95 Ambassadors – Designate

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the posting of Ambassadors-Designate to Nigerian Missions abroad. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Gabriel Aduda, who disclosed this in a statement said the list includes 43 Career Ambassadors and 52 Non-career Ambassadors. Aduda said the process of requesting Agreement from the prospective host countries have commenced. “The Ministry also wishes to inform that there will be an induction course for the Ambassador-Designates and their spouses which will hold on a date to be announced shortly to prepare and facilitate movement of the Envoys to their respective Missions,” the statement read.

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10Jan By dthataNo Comments

Politics

83 New Ambassadors Stranded Five Months After Senate Confirmation

Eighty-three newly appointed Nigerian ambassadors are stranded in the country more than five months after their appointments were confirmed by the Senate. There are no indications yet as to when they will be posted out, according to investigation conducted by The Nation. The ambassadors-designate include career and non-career officers. They have not even been inducted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, an action that normally precedes their posting by the Presidency. Officials of the Foreign Affairs Ministry said only President Muhammadu Buhari can determine the fate of the ambassadors-designate. The President had on May 12 and July 1, 2020 written to the Senate to seek the confirmation of 42 career ambassadors and 41 non-career ambassadors-designate respectively. Wh...

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17Sep By dthataNo Comments

Politics

42 Ambassadors Await Postings 96 Days After Senate Confirmation

Ninety-six days after the Senate confirmed the nomination of 42 career ambassadors, the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), has yet to assign them portfolios, The PUNCH has learnt. Similarly, the 39 non-career ambassadors and one additional career ambassador, who were confirmed on July 22, 2020, by the Senate have yet to be posted. In all, 82 ambassadors are waiting without a clue as to where and when they will resume. A diplomat, who spoke to The PUNCH on condition of anonymity because he was not authorised to speak with the press, said the delay was not caused by the closure of the airspace due to COVID-19 but rather lack of funds and poor planning. The diplomat noted that Buhari similarly delayed the posting of ambassadors in 2016. “I know the governmen...

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21Jun By dthataNo Comments

Politics

Buhari Snubs Magu, Gets Senate Confirmation For 207 Appointees

The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), has been able to get the 9th Senate to confirm at least 207 appointees for him in the last one year of the existence of the current Senate. The 207 already confirmed include judges, ministers, ambassadors, commissioners and heads of agencies. However, Buhari has not considered the re-appointment of the acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ibrahim Magu. Magu was appointed by the President on November 9, 2015 subject to confirmation by the Senate. But he has remained in acting capacity since then. He was rejected twice by the 8th Senate, under the leadership of Dr Bukola Saraki, based on a security report by the Department of State Services. He, however, remained in office. Saraki’s tenure a...

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19Jun By BobbyNo Comments

Celebs

Don’t Judge Nigerians Succeeding Abroad – Abike Dabiri-Erewa Reacts to Hushpuppi’s Arrest

Chairman of the Nigerians in the Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa has reacted to the arrest of Ramoni Igbalode a.k.a Ray Hushpuppi on charges bordering on internet fraud and other related activities. In a tweet she shared, the NIDCOM bs stated that the allegations against Hushpuppi is not a yardstick to judge Nigerians excelling abroad. Abike who urged Nigerians abroad to be law-abiding citizens, good ambassadors and not tarnish the mage of the country, also asked Nigerians to await EFCC's thorough investigation as well as further updates on the case. She tweeted;   RE- RAY HUSHPUPPI (Ramoni Igbalode) HAS A CASE TO ANSWER WITH EFCC. The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission notes with displeasure, the cyber crime and money laundering network/transaction running into...

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12May By dthataNo Comments

Politics

Names Of The 42 Ambassadors Nominated By President Buhari (Full List)

has obtained a list of the ambassadors sent to the Senate for confirmation by President Muhammadu Buhari. It will be recalled that on Tuesday, the senate received a formal request from President Muhammadu Buhari for the confirmation of 42 career Ambassadors-designate. The request which was contained in a letter dated May 6, 2020, was read on the floor during plenary by the President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan. The letter reads: “In accordance to section 171 (1),(2)(c) and subsection (4) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria as amended. I have the honour to forward for confirmation by the Senate, the under-listed forty-two (42) names of nominees as Career Ambassadors-Designate.” The Ambassadors-designate for confirmation are: C.O Nwachukwu, Abia; A. Ka...

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12May By dthataNo Comments

Politics

President Buhari Nominates 42 Ambassadors

President Muhammadu Buhari has nominated 42 people as ambassador designate, all of them career officers. The names were contained in a letter sent to the Senate and read on the floor of the upper legislative chamber by President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, on Tuesday. In the letter, the President sought the consent of the Senate‎ for the confirmation of the nominees. He also said the profiles of the nominees would be forwarded to the Senate. Some of the names are Nwachukwu C. A.; A. Kefas ; Y S. Suleiman; G.M. Okolo; G.E. Edopa, among others.

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1Mar By BobbyNo Comments

Celebs

Drug Barons and Yahoo Boys are Investing in Nigerian Music Industry – Zaaki Azzay

Veteran singer, Zaaki Azzay, has alleged that the Nigerian music industry as of today, is driven by investments from drug barons and Internet fraudsters also known as Yahoo Boys. Zaaki who is famous for his 1996 hit song ‘Na Me Go Marry Am’, said this in a fresh interview with Premium Times. When asked to rate new generation singers, the Benue state-born said some Nigerian artistes are talented but lack good content. According to him, ''singers who are not really talented, come into the industry with money gotten from drugs or blood money and they just make so much noise.'' He alleged that some musicians are using music as coverup for their drug business. Right now, it is not about getting a good song, or whether your video is good or your song is nice. It is not about that...

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9Jan By BobbyNo Comments

News

Pope Francis Sends Message To US And Iran

Pope Francis, head of Roman Catholic Church has urged the United States of America and Iran to avoid escalation and pursue “dialogue and self-restraint.” The pontiff pleaded with both countries to avert a wider conflict in the Middle East. The pope made his appeal on the current crisis, in a yearly speech that has come to be known as his “State of the World” address to ambassadors accredited to the Vatican on Wednesday, according to Aljazeera   “Particularly troubling are the signals coming from the entire region following the heightening of tensions between Iran and the United States,” Francis told diplomats from more than 180 states. He said the tensions risked “compromising the gradual process of rebuilding in Iraq, as well as setting the groundwork for a vaster conflic...

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24Oct By Czar Owolabi MarcusNo Comments

Lifestyle

#Bbnaija: Frodd And Esther Become Ambassadors Of Numatville Tourism

Reality stars, Frodd and Esther have become ambassadors of Numatville Tourism megacity.   The duo shared photos on their social media pages after clinching the deal.   In Esther’s words:   “Am grateful to Nutmatville for selection as an Ambassador of Numatville Tourism Megacity and for the allocation of the complimentary plots of land at the Nollywood Quarters of the Megacity. "Let’s join hands together to uphold the emergence of Africa’s first & Largest National Tourism & Cultural Megacity in Nigeria. Makeup: @daisylamour_makeover”   Frodd also wrote:   “Good morning FroddNation,   I have a NEWSLETTER for us .   BREAKING NEWS !!!*   Big Brother Naija 2019 Celebrities, *Chukwuemeka Ok...

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14Jul By BobbyNo Comments

News

Insecurity: I Will Continue To Prioritise Military Training – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday said the Federal Government would continue to give priority to the training of officers and men of the armed forces to effectively tackle security challenges in the country. Buhari made the commitment during the graduation of 207 Students of Senior Course 41 of the Armed Force Command Staff College (AFCSC) in Jaji, Kaduna State. “This is not only because we salute their courage and sacrifice to improve the security of our country but also because the armed forces have continued to be the beacon of unity in the country. “I must again commend the armed forces, who continue to provide prompt responses to the numerous security challenges facing our country. “Your response to Boko Haram insurgency, banditry, militancy, kidnapping as well as the...

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13Mar By BobbyNo Comments

News

FG Working Hard to Reverse Terrible Mismanagement of Economy – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday said that the Federal Government was doing its best to correct and reverse the terrible mismanagement the country had experienced in previous administrations in the country. President Buhari who stated this when he received a delegation of non-career Ambassadors, who came to State House, Abuja, to congratulate him on his re-election, said, “and with some luck, our best will be good enough.” He said Nigeria was trying to live within her means, “so we can improve our lot,” adding that government was determined to upgrade the country’s profile, both locally and internationally. The President said it would be inexcusable for government not to take care of its Ambassadors in their various stations, hence the special attention being paid to th...

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7Feb By BobbyNo Comments

Celebs

Toronto Declares February 6th Bob Marley Day

Toronto has officially declared every February 6th as Bob Marley Day, this was proclaimed by the city Mayor, John Tory. Bob Marley was a Jamaican singer and songwriter who created a mix of reggae, rocksteady and ska in his musical compositions. He died on May 11, 1981 at the age of 36 from skin cancer. The Mayor made the announcement in a tweet accompanied by a photo of the proclamation, he wrote; Proud to proclaim today Bob Marley Day in the City of Toronto. This Toronto tradition pays tribute to Bob Marley’s legacy of peace, harmony and the unity of humankind. His music lives on today and is a guide towards a world united one love The official proclamation reads, Whereas each year on February 6, we honor the legacy of Robert (Bob) Nesta Marley. He began his career with the wai...

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1Jan By BobbyNo Comments

News

I’ll Make Nigeria Africa’s Most Innovative Economy – Ezekwesili

The presidential candidate of the Allied Congress of Nigeria (ACPN), Dr. Obiageli Ezekwesili, has notified Nigerians of her plans in the new year, one of which is to make Nigeria’s economy the most innovative in entire Africa as soon as she emerges President. In a press statement on Tuesday, she said that if well-managed, Nigeria’s economy would outshine that of its contemporaries in Africa. The ACPN presidential candidate said that this was achievable through the creation of a special fund for science and technology and reformation of key financial institutions. She said, “We will be creating a $1bn Science, Technology and Innovation fund to ensure that science, technology and innovation becomes the enabler for socio-economic development and structural transformation. “The goal i...

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16Dec By dthataNo Comments

Politics

2019: INEC Appoints Adesua, Ebuka, Cobhams, Ayefele As Ambassadors

Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has called on Nigerian celebrities to utilise their platforms to promote voter education, youth inclusion and non-violent participation in the 2019 general elections. Yakubu made the call at an INEC Interactive Session/Dinner held in Lagos on Saturday night while appointing new ambassadors for the commission. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the interaction was put together by INEC in collaboration with the European Centre for Electoral Support (ECES). The chairman, who was represented by Dr Adekunle Ogunmola, the National Commissioner of INEC in charge of Ogun, Ondo and Lagos States, reiterated the commission’s commitment to ensuring that youths are central in the electoral pr...

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5Dec By BobbyNo Comments

Sport

Abuja 2018: Win a Gold, Get N1m, Okowa Promises Team Delta

Omon-Julius Onabu in Asaba Delta State Governor, Dr Ifeanyi Okowa, has promised Team Delta N1million for every gold the team wins at the National Sports Festival scheduled to kick off on Thursday, December 6, 2018 in Abuja. Okowa made the promise on Tuesday at the Stephen Keshi Stadium Asaba while addressing the state contingent shortly before their departure for the Federal Capital City. The governor also joined Team Delta in a prayer session before the team set out for festival tagged ‘Abuja 2018”. Addressing the contingent Okowa said, ”You have worked very hard in the last three weeks, it is time to harvest the medals. ”You are Team Delta! Remember that there is no team that will be like Team Delta; and, I believe your coaches have been doing very well. ”For every go...

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17Nov By BobbyNo Comments

Sport

President Buhari Hails Super Eagles for AFCON 2019 Qualification

President Muhammadu Buhari congratulates the Super Eagles of Nigeria on their qualification for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations following the score draw against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa in Johannesburg Saturday. The President joins millions of football-loving Nigerians in commending the team for their spirited and disciplined performance against a very formidable opponent which earned them qualification with the final match against Seychelles a mere formality. Having keenly followed the senior national football team’s progress in the qualifying stages, President Buhari is enthused by their confidence, sense of patriotism and professionalism, and commends these attributes to other Nigerians. Football enthusiasts in Enugu hail Eagles after 3-2 victory over Libya He equally c...

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26Oct By BobbyNo Comments

News

Ibe Kachikwu, Minister of State for Petroleum now a U.S Citizen

Nigeria’s Minister of State for Petroleum, Ibe Kachikwu, who was conferred with multiple honours on Thursday, is now a U.S Citizen. Ibe Kachikwu who was conferred with honorary doctorate degree by the Trinity International University of Ambassadors, and Keys to the State of South Carolina and City of Stonecrest, State of Georgia, was made an honorary citizenship of the State of Georgia in the U.S. Kachikwu who was eulogized by Senatorial and Legislative hosts, the Black Caucus of the State Legislature, was praised for his “unimpeachable” reputation for integrity, intelligence, fairness and kindness. Share Thanking the state of Georgia for the honours, Ibe Kachikwu said he was “extremely humbled” and dedicated the honours to President Muhammadu Buhari. NAN reported tha...

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26Oct By BobbyNo Comments

News

Don Tasks Teachers On Professionalism

Prof. Lasiele Yahaya, the Director, Institute of Education, University of Ilorin, on Friday counseled teachers to discharge their responsibilities utmost seriousness and undiluted professionalism. Classroom Yahaya gave the advice while speaking at the university’s teaching practice orientation programme for the 2019 sandwich students. The don observed that undiluted professionalism would build a responsible, great and functional society that all Nigerians could be proud of. He said that teachers constituted the most significant professional segment of any nation in view of their incontrovertible positive roles in nation-building and the overall progress of any nation. Yahaya pointed out that the orientation was specifically organised to inculcate the right attitude and inst...

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5Oct By BobbyNo Comments

Scandals and Rumours

Cristiano Ronaldo R*pe Allegation: Nike Expresses Deep Concern

Nike has reportedly expressed deep concern about the r*pe allegations leveled against world famous footballer, Cristiano Ronaldo. Cristiano Ronaldo has a lucrative contract with Nike Nike has said it is "deeply concerned" by r*pe allegations against footballer Cristiano Ronaldo. The US sportswear giant - which has a contract worth a reported $1bn (£768m) with Ronaldo - said it would "continue to closely monitor the situation", the Associated Press reports. EA Sports, which also has a contract with Ronaldo, made similar comments. Ronaldo, 33, earlier "firmly" denied assaulting Kathryn Mayorga at a Las Vegas hotel in 2009. Ms Mayorga, a 34-year-old US former teacher, was inspired to speak out by the #MeToo movement, her lawyer said. "The MeToo movement and the ...

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5Mar By raymonNo Comments

Sport

Adorable Photos Of Football Legend Jay-Jay Okocha & His Lovely Family

Nigerian football legend and entrepreneur, Jay-jay Okocha, recently celebrated 20th wedding anniversary with his beautiful wife, Nkechi. These family pictures were released days back to celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Okocha. Here are photos of Jay-Jay Okocha, his wife,Nkechiand their two kids; A-Jay and Daniella,in their beautiful smiles captured in the photos; Brief biography; Okocha was born on 14 August 1973 in Enugu, Enugu State. His parents were from Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State, Nigeria. The name Jay-Jay was actually passed down from his older brother James, who started playing football first. His immediate older brother Emmanuel was also called Emma Jay-jay, but the name stuck with Okocha. He began playing football on the street just like many other...

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6Jun By Czar Owolabi MarcusNo Comments

News

100 Countries Send Condolences Over UNFPA Chief Osotimehin’s Demise

No fewer than 100 countries have condoled Nigeria over the passing away of the late Executive Director of the UN Population Fund (UNFPA), Prof. Babatunde Osotimehin. Osotimehin died on Sunday night in New York at the age of 68. Nigeria’s Ambassador/Permanent Representative to the UN, Prof. Tijjani Muhammad-Bande, told News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that the condolences had come in from the majority of the 193 UN Member States. According to him, he has been receiving condolences from Ambassadors and Permanent Representatives of Missions since the sad demise of Osotimehin. The Nigerian envoy commended the outpouring of the messages, saying it was a supportive gesture to Nigeria as the country mourned the outstanding legacy of the late UNFPA chief. Muhammad-Bande also said that t...

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31May By Czar Owolabi MarcusNo Comments

Celebs

Stephanie Okereke Linus Visits Congo On Int’l Day To End Obstetric Fistula

PHOTOS: Stephanie Okekere Linus Visits Congo On Int’l Day To End Obstetric Fistula UNFPA Ambassador Stephanie Linus Visits Democratic Republic of Congo on International Day to End Obstetric Fistula As part of her commitment to raising awareness on maternal health issues, the UNFPA Regional Ambassador for West and Central Africa Stephanie Linus visited the Democratic Republic of Congo in commemoration of the International Day to End Obstetrical Fistula. The theme of this year’s commemoration was tagged “hope, healing and dignity for all”, and it featured several activities aimed at giving hope to girls and women around Africa. From 23rd to 25th May, Mrs. Linus participated in a span of activities which included the screening of her award winning movie ‘DRY’, a priv...

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22May By Czar Owolabi MarcusNo Comments

Celebs

2face Idibia Becomes Glo Ambassador

Music Icon 2face Idibia Hits The List of Latest Ambassadors Signed To Nigeria's Biggest Telecommunication Globacom, As He Was unveiled as a member of the elite club of #GloAmbassadors! #GloMegaMusicTourPH and #GloMegaMusicTour Today on the Company Official social media page on Instagram.

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4May By Czar Owolabi MarcusNo Comments

News

Oau Receives $2m For Cancer Research

The Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, has been awarded the sum of two million dollars ($2m) by the Cancer Research Institute (CRI) in the United States, for research into the treatment of the disease. This was made known by the head of a visiting team of medical researchers from the (CRI), Dr. Peter Kingham, during a courtesy call on the acting Vice-Chancellor, ProfTony Elujoba, to appreciate the university administration for the backing given to cancer researchers at the College of Health Sciences in the quest to find a permanent yet affordable cure for cancer. A release by the public relations officer of the university, Abiodun Olarewaju, stated that Dr. Kingham, who expressed elation at the growing relationship between CRI and the OAU Medical College, noted that the synergy actuall...

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27Apr By Czar Owolabi MarcusNo Comments

News

My Case Against Punch Reporter — Buhari’s CSO, Bashir Abubakar

President Muhammadu Buhari’s Chief Security Officer, Bashir Abubakar has defended his decision to expel a reporter for The Punch from the State House, saying journalists have a responsibility to be patriotic in reporting matters of national importance. In an internal memo he distributed Tuesday to several presidency officials, including Femi Adesina, the special adviser to the president on media and publicity, Mr. Abubakar detailed alleged transgressions and ethical concerns observed in Lekan Adetayo’s reporting of activities of the State House, and pronounced him unfit to continue on the beat. “You may wish to advise the Punch Newspaper that it reserves the right to send a more matured, professional and patriotic representative that will work in the overall interest of the nation ra...

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26Mar By Czar Owolabi MarcusNo Comments

Entertainment

Banky W, Tekno & Toke Makinwa Unveiled As New Ambassadors Of Ciroc Vodka

Cîroc Vodka on Saturday, unveiled three brand influencers in spectacular fashion to unsuspecting A-listers at the Sky Lounge Restaurant, Lagos. Best-selling author and media personality, Toke Makinwa; chart topping artist/producer, Tekno; and veteran crooner, Banky W were handpicked for their individual embodiment of CÎROC's playful luxe attitude and will launch the brand’s On Arrival campaign in April 2017. The unveiling which doubled as a brunch was a defining cultural moment for the fashionistas, industry faces and socialites in attendance. Hosted by Ace comic Bovi; guests enjoyed a fabulous assortment of summer cocktails whilst savoring the lavish selection of brunch favorites from homemade pastries and French toast to sumptuous deserts. ...

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21Mar By Czar Owolabi MarcusNo Comments

News

Soma Rests His Head On Uriel’s Breast As Noble Igwe Stares

Payporte's fashion ambassadors: Soma, Uriel and Noble Igwe were seen grooving around today at the company's head office... By the way, what was Noble Igwe thinking about.

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26Feb By Czar Owolabi MarcusNo Comments

Celebs, Entertainment, News

Churchill Visits Grandma’s Hometown, Flags Off Agric Empowerment Scheme

The hometown of Olak‎unle Churchill's grandma in Ondo state was besieged by praise singers yesterday when the business philanthropist stormed the town to flag off one of his many foundation projects. The news of his visit attracted youths across the community who seek to benefit from the Big Church Green Agricultural / Mining Empowerment project aimed at empowering about 36,000 Nigerians in different states. The Chairman Of Big Church Foundation, Olakunle Churchill who recently signed star artist Praiz as one of his foundations Ambassadors to spearhead the project, was indeed the centre of attraction at the community event. The soft spoken philanthropist who was excitedly mobbed by the youths of the town for financial gratification celebrated his maternal people empowerment incentives. ...

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30Sep By Czar Owolabi Marcus1 Comment

News

Ooni of Ife Makes 2baba Idibia and Gbenga Adeyinka Violence Free Ambassadors

Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, the Ooni of Ife has announced pop singer, 2baba Idibia the ambassador of his new initiative, Violence Free World. The Ooni made the announcement on Thursday, September 29, 2016 in his palace when he unveiled the singer to his subjects and the entire public. Also unveiled as co-ambassadors of the initiative were comedian, Gbenga Adeyinka 1st and entertainment entrepreneur, Cally Ikpe. Speaking at the event, the Ooni urged the new ambassadors to take his trust in them seriously as he believes they have achieved so much that they can make positive impacts in preaching a violence free world. "I want to stress that you should understand that this role you are given should not be taken with a pinch of salt. You have all shown exemplary acts in the Nigerian ...

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