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Face Of Tourism Africa Releases Photos Of Contestants As Voting Continues

The forthcoming 2020 Median Edition of one of Africa's leading pageant event, Face of Tourism Africa, themed "your step to stardom" has released photos and names of the 22 shortlisted
Contestants for the grande Finale ceremony, holding in Abuja Nigeria on 28th November. The photos of qualified Contestants was released days ago, during the late hours of Friday 24th October 2020.

The Photos were released by the organising committee for the 2020 Median Edition of Face of Tourism Africa, as it also announced the commencement of voting exercise for Contestants ahead of the forthcoming grande finale and crowning ceremony holding in Nigeria.

Speaking with the Executive director of Face of Tourism Africa, Jane Odoh she maintained that all hands are on deck for a smooth and successful outplay of the 2020 median edition. She however called on the public to participate in the voting exercise so as to qualify their favourite Contestants for the 2020 grande finale event coming up soon.

However, the photos were released few weeks after the registration and screening of Contestants across selected cities in Africa kick-started. The shortlisted 22Contestants for Face of Tourism Africa stands the chance to win some very amazing prizes including the Star Prize of a brand new Toyota Venza, a Modelling contract, Photoshoots, Media tour, Ambassadorial endorsement and an Exotic tour for the first winner, The 2nd Winner will receive the sum of Five Hundred Thousand naira, photoshoots and a modeling contract, while the 3rd winner goes with the reward of three hundred thousand and a smart Phone for the online Voting Winner.

Face of Tourism Africa has over the years remained one of the most reputable pageant brands in Africa. The brand has promoted individual outstanding Models who have become world-class Beauty Queens, with records of impact and iconic engagements that is far-reaching in terms of promoting tourism in Africa, as well as the exposing the true value of African womanhood.

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A renowned Nigeria Monarch and one of the most highly recognised and respected King from the Southwest region of Nigeria, His Imperial Royal Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, the Ooni of Ife, has received the prestigious Democracy Heroes Awards. He was conferred with the award of the Imperial Royal Father of the Year 2020,at the Democracy Heroes Award, though he was indisposed to attend the grande award occasion which was held on the 14th of October, at Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja.

The distinguished award was presented to HRH, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II by the Executive Director of Democracy Heroes Awards, Mr. Ajagbonna Fajag, who congratulated the Ooni of Ife for the well deserved honour. He also appreciated His Imperial Majesty for his support and contributions towards the advancement of democracy in Nigeria.

According to Abuja Press Correspondent, the Ooni of Ife was elated to have been honoured with such reputable and distinguished recognition. Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, however appreciated the Organisers of Democracy Heroes Awards for the nomination and also expressed gratitude to Nigerians for their massive votes which earned him the award.

The Principal Executive Director of Face Of Democracy Organization, the organisers of Democracy Heroes Awards was accompanied by a prince Ishola, the Founder of Prince Ishola Foundation, alongside team members of Democracy Heroes Awards. Democracy Heroes Awards is one of the most recognised, attended and eventful award ceremonies held in Nigeria.

According to reports, the 14th October DHA 2020 witnessed the presence of Executive Ministers, state Governors, Senators, high profile CEOs and other notable Philanthropists, Entrepreneurs and public office holders cutting across all sectors and industries, who were recognised and honoured with several significant awards at the occasion. Some of the award recipients includes Her Excellency, the Wife of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Aisha Buhari, Gov. Bello Matawale, Gov. Nasir El Rufai, Dr. Geoffrey Onyema, Gov Nyesome Wike, Mrs Dame Pauline Tallen, Dr. Isa Pantami, Dr. Bello Maigari of NLTF, Abubakar Malami SAN, Sen. Bassy Albert, Sen Sani Uba amongst others.

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*CSP GARBA, NGOZI OKONJO IWEALA, OLUMIDE AKPATA AND THE NIGERIAN YOUTHS: FOUR PERSONALITIES WHO INSPIRED THE NATION THIS YEAR*

-Godwin Maduka

It was Ralph Nader who stated and rightly so that there can be no daily democracy without daily citizenship. In other words, democracy can only thrive and be deepened when the citizens of a State are alive to their responsibilities. The recent events in the country this year have changed my perception and my thoughts about leadership. Citizenship in Nigeria in the previous years has been marked with apathy and tepidness. The laissez-faire attitude is largely because of the distrust Nigerian citizens nurse against the Nigerian State. But it is that way because the people do not understand the enormity of the power they wield. This lukewarm attitude of our people had worried me to no end and deep in my thoughts; I have prayed and hoped for the rise of the Nigerian spirit.

Recent events have shown that the people recognize and know their true leaders, regardless of ethnic and religious leanings and are ready to mobilize support for such exemplary characters. Few leaders that caught my attention most recently are...

*CSP RABIU GARBA*, the DPO of Fegge Police Station. Even though an Hausa man, he was spared by the rampaging youths who had resorted to burning down police stations and other government structures during the recent #Endsars protest to register their resentment against police brutality and injustice in the society. However, it is important to state unequivocally that regardless of the provocation, disenchantment and resentment, burning down of police stations, government structures and other private properties to express anger is unacceptable and reprehensible. As a police officer, he had conducted himself as a professional, exhibited candour and integrity in the discharge of his functions. He did not choose to become a tiger to the community he was assigned to police. He lent a listening ear to all and sundry irrespective of status and most importantly, ingrained himself in the activities of the community by attending social functions in solidarity with the people. When the rampaging youths got to his station to raze it down, his colleagues working with him took to their heels, leaving him behind. The youths calmed down at the sight of *CSP GARBA* and downed their weapons of destruction. His charming personality and different approach to his duties saved the day, calmed frayed nerves and prevented his station from being destroyed. The fact that this man is neither Igbo nor a Southerner is instructive.*CSP GARBA* should be the new face of policing in Nigeria and must be drafted to help train and retrain some of his colleagues. *CSP GARBA'S* personality has rubbished the claim that ethnicity is the root cause of our woes as a Nation.


*MR OLUMIDE AKPATA* is another great leader who I admire and who I have observed closely this year. During the recently concluded NBA election, he showed his uncommon organizational skills with the way and manner he galvanized the young Lawyers, speaking to the issues that affect them. His message resonated with them because it spoke to the core of their worries regarding the prestigious profession. And so they stood with and by him and mobilized greatly on his behalf. The end result was his winning the election by a landslide.

*MR OLUMIDE AKPATA* is my *MAN OF THE YEAR*, not just because of his victory at the NBA polls but because he rose to the occasion of leadership immediately after his swearing in. He hit the ground running. I must commend the entire members of the NBA for their comportment during the electioneering process. The NBA as a body has since been able to close ranks and Forge ahead, delivering on the electoral promises of its new leadership.

*DR. NGOZI OKONJO IWEALA* the joy which has continued to trail her nomination as a candidate for the top job of WTO is mind-blowing and exceptional. Nobody has enjoyed this kind of support across the board in Nigeria. As an observer, I have tried to decipher the stuff she is made of that made it possible for her to garner the enormous support from all and sundry. The answer is competence and sacrifice. In her bid to lift Nigeria from her economic struggles, entrench a culture of transparency, build strong institutions and set her on the path of sustained prosperity, people who were averse to change and were afraid of the cut off of their corrupt enrichment decided to fight her dirty. They deployed every weapon in their arsenal to the extent of kidnapping her aged mother, subjecting her to the worst psychological trauma. Yet *NOI* remained unbowed and never abdicated the responsibility to rescue the Nigerian economy from morass. Regardless of what happens with the job of WTO, my take is that she has won in the hearts of her people and that is the greatest victory.

*THE NIGERIAN YOUTH* is a demography that has been written off as not being capable of handling the reins of power. Indeed, the youths are considered people who indulge in needless frivolities like Reality TV shows, football, social media and celebrity news. But these are young people who have never witnessed constant electricity in their entire lives, who have had their study years in the University punctuated by striking lecturers, elongating their years in the process, who have no promise of jobs even after graduation and had to literally create their own path in a bid to thrive.

And so it was with great surprise and relish that I watched how the #ENDSARS movement grew. Young people all over the country came out to say enough. The coordination was top notch. The peaceful nature of the protests gladdens the heart. They drove the narrative themselves, using the power of social media.

Even though the protests were largely about police brutality, it was by extension, an expression of frustration on the failures and the disappointments of the Nigerian system. From the hills of Enugu to the creeks of Niger Delta and streets of Lagos and Abuja, the message was the same. People marched under the sun and in the rain. The unity of purpose and the determination of these young folks show that a united Nigeria without ethnic fault lines is possible.

Hope is the oil of tomorrow, and these four personalities show that for Nigeria, it is still morning yet on creation day. With hard work, competence, integrity, patriotism and eschewing of tribalism on the path of the leaders and the led, this country can rise up, reclaim our tomorrow and live out the true meaning of the words in our national anthem -great lofty heights attain, to build a nation where peace and justice shall reign.

Dr. Godwin Maduka (Okosisi Orumba) is the founder of Las Vegas Pain Institute, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States.

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*SuperStar Nollywood Actor & SA to Gov. Obiano, Zubby Michael Wins 2020 'Actor of the Year' Award*

After a 7 Day Voting by Nigerians via several of our social media handles and email, Zubby Michael (aka Eze ndi'are), producer, movie executive and Special Adviser (Media) to the Anambra state Governor, Willie Obiano emerged the winner out of five nominees.

The other nominees were: Yul Edochie, Ken Erics, Ali Nuhu, and Odunlade Adekola,

Photos: During Profiling of Zubby Michael in Asaba and presentation of his SILVER TABLE Reservation for the event.

*Igbere TV Leadership Excellence Awards 2020*

Sheraton Hotel and Towers Abuja; Dec10

... Endorsed by African Union ECOSOCC

ENDSARS: US Based Medical Doctor And Philanthropist Princess Dr. Mercy Uwakwe Lends Her Voice On The Ends SARS Crisis

Dear Nigerians,

It is with a heavy heart that I join millions of people around the world to condemn the current happenings in the country.

What started as a rightful and legitimate peaceful call for the disbandment of an otherwise failed Special Anti Robbery Squad and reformation of the police system has deteriorated into huge sparks of violence across the country, with loss of lives, particularly with the Lekki incidence where several peaceful protesters were allegedly killed by the soldiers meant to protect them and destruction of properties and is currently turning into an even worse free for all anarchy.

This has not in anyway helped but put our dear nation on the right side of the divide in the international community. Indeed various protests held in several locations around the world coupled with the inability of the ruling elite to defuse the current situation has further tainted our already delicate international appeal.

I therefore, stand with the call for the reformation of police and the end of the tactical police unit, SARS.

My foundation has been in touch with various political leaders and diplomats within and outside the country to see a peaceful resolution of the violence and a long lasting solution to the issues of police brutality in Nigeria. In solidarity with the movement, we have reached out to various world leaders already and we promise to continue until a viable solution, one absolutely accepted by the majority of the populace, is reached by the government of our dear country.

While the pitiable situation continues, I would wish to let you know that my foundation would always be available to lend out any form of assistance to all who might be in need of it.

I love you all, so dearly.

#ENDSARSNOW #EndSARS #endpoliceterrorism #EndPoliceBrutality

All my love,
Princess Dr. Mercy Uwakwe

b]AMB RACHEL BAKAM INTERVIEWS FORMER KOGI GOVERNORSHIP ASPIRANT PRINCE (DR) SANNI HALILU SHAIBU ON HIS CAREER AND THE END SARS PROTEST[/b]



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A blue blood born into a Royal family, former APC Governorship Aspirant in last election and a well known Nigerian business magnate, investor, speaker and philanthropist, His Excellency Prince (Dr) Sanni Halilu Shaibu PHD President/Founder OCTAQ Group which have expanded to cover financial audit and professional services, information technology, oil and gas and telecommunications is a man with Midas touch of entrepreneurial excellence. A World class business executive, corporate trailblazer, political scientist, a State Administrator, Frontline Philanthropist, management expert and iconic Statesman of outstanding acumen

Dogged by the Principle of Liberalism and the need to serve people as their own true servant, Prince Halilu Sanni Shuaibu is one silent humanitarian that was born on the 15th of January in the serene town of Ankpa, Ankpa LGA of Kogi State

A paragon of quality and excellence, he is a quintessential man who believes that reputation is the cornerstone of power and success. He therefore lives on and pursues his educational career with commitment and distinguished performance. He had the benefit of early exposure to Western education and the chances of success they guarantee
Amongst numerous awards, recognitions and achievements, he just won an award as Youth Economic builder at the Prestigious Democracy Heroes Award and he is a Distinguished fellow of the institute of public resources management and politics

In an interview with Rachel the PIPER, he speaks about how he built his career and addresses the youths #endsars #endswat #endpolicebrutality protests that have shaken the core of our Country in recent times

Kindly find next this interview:

Question: During your growing up days, what moulded you into becoming who you are today

Ans.: In life there are two things you need to carry along as you grow: 1) You must have a role model; look up to someone you will love to be like. It gives you courage. It builds your stamina. Another thing is to be trusted because people need to be able to entrust certain things into your hands that you manage and run

As a young boy growing up, I chose to go into business and today I am happy because of the principles I adopted. The principles of carrying everyone along in the business. The principles of not cheating people in business and the principle of starting with little funds. As a kid, when I was attending Islamic college in my village, I use to take money from my mum and buy fertiliser and sell to the market women who also sell to the farmers and I make little money. I barely finished my secondary school then and I use to buy some items like Agric products and take to other states. I use to take things from Ankpa to Onitsha and Anambra then I make some money

VIEWS ON NIGERIA:

Nigeria is a Country where if you support peace, you will enjoy peace. Nigeria is doing great. People are comparing Nigeria with America...some Countries in Asia and other parts of the World. It makes it look like Nigeria is not doing well. Nigeria is doing great

Question: In line with talking about Nigeria, what can you say about the End SARS, End Swat, End police brutality protests that have shaken Nigeria in the past weeks?

Ans.: Let me start with the End SARS. I just mentioned that every challenge...every issue demand a reaction. End SARS protest has been justified. Let me explain this to you: The youths came together and said "This is what we want. We are tired of this"...and they came up with demands. I studied international security and cyber crime. I'll tell you how Government works. Government have set up few persons to go underground to source for information because sometimes a demand will come. This is what we want...that is what we want. When Government tries those things, the people come up with other things...then the Government get those things sorted, then the people come up with other excuses. The Government employ intelligence to find out what the people want.

ABOUT THE PROTESTS:

The protesters failed to do one thing. They needed to have appointed people that will lead, people that will speak, people that will represent the group. This is where they got it wrong and it makes it look like they are faceless. Some persons will say these are noise makers but they have good intentions. They have a demand they are presenting to Government but they were meant to come together and say "You from this region, you will represent the youths". Or pick one person from each State to represent each zone. If you recall the Lagos State Governor in his speech said for three days they were trying to decipher who the team leaders are but they were struggling... agitations here and there. This one will say "I am the team leader...". Another will say "I am...." They didn't know who to hold on to and these things kept escalating. Those people at the helms of affairs today were elected. They are not military. We voted for them so we have to recognise what the constitution says.

What happened that amazed me was on a Friday. The Moslems were praying at the protest grounds and the Christians surrounded them protecting them. The Christians protected the Moslems. I was watching and I said "This is amazing". That act deeply impressed me. It shows that the issue is not about Christian or Moslem. It's not religious or tribal. It's about what the Country wants...what the youths want. The truth is from my perspective, Government is already responding to the demands. It's an issue that has been resolved and Government is already responding as we speak so let's give Government a chance

Question: So what's your word of advice to the youths?

Ans.: The youths I hail you all. The truth is we are stronger United. We need to avoid distributing and disseminating fake information flying on the social Media. We need to verify. Before you send or forward any information, you must verify the authenticity of those things you want to forward to the public. These things can cause wars. I have seen something that happened in Uganda over 7 or 8 years ago. During the protest, I saw the video. They made it look like it happened in Anambra State in Nigeria and if I didn't have the right information, I would have believed it and taken it hard on Government. For Some of our celebrities, Nigeria must exist before you make your money, before you make your name, your fame. Before you rush to the media, please verify what you are sending out

LAST WORDS

I want us to believe in this Country and I want us to also believe that we can join hands and make this Country great again. Every Country has its challenge and whatever we go through In this Country is the challenge we have to surmount but we need to come together the United strong people that we are to build this Country and to make it stronger

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The Winner of Big Brother Season 5 Agbeleshe Olamilekan popularly known as “laycon” paid a courtesy visit to the Billionaire Philanthropist and Antarctica explorer Prince Ned Nwoko in Abuja. The former shared his experience in the Big Brother House, the lessons and how he intends to use his newly acquired fame to positively impact the society.


Laycon also pledged his support for the Prince Ned Nwoko Malaria Eradication Project. Also in the same vain, the newly elected executives of the Association of Movie Producers also lend their support to end the scourge of malaria in Africa, the AMP executives lead by the Award winning film maker and the President of the association, Miss Peace Anyiam Osigwe MFR who commended Prince Ned Nwoko for this bold initiative and promised that the association would be encouraged to begin to reflect the narrative on eradication of malaria in Africa in their subsequent production.


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Queen Of Unity Ruth Ujah Urges IGP To Restore Peace, To Tackle Hoodlums Attacks

Winner of Face of Unity Nigeria has reacted to the ongoing lootings and destruction of properties including innocent lives by hoodlums under the cover of EndSARS protest in several communities across Nigeria. In a national broadcast statement by Her Majesty, Queen Ruth Eju Ujah called on the Inspector General Of Police, IGP Adamu Mohammed to restore peace in Nigeria by addressing the threats insecurity created by hoodlums.

She made the statememt few hours ago, while calling on youths to collaborate with the Nigeria security agencies in identifying and addressing the challenges of hoodlum's attacks and the incessant destruction of life and properties across several Communities in Nigeria.

Popularly known as Ruchina, Queen Ruth Eju Ujah has continue to flagoff several awareness programs and projects on the peace and unity in Nigeria, thereby soliciting international interventions for peace Initiatives across challenged communities in the country. In a brief review on Queen Ruth Eju Ujah, it would interest you to know that the young and prospective Beauty Queen is currently a second year student of Benue state University, in the department of Mass Communication.

She hails from Okpokwu Local Government Area of Benue State and has demonstrated a pure reflection of ambition, generosity, courage, consistency and creativity. The multi-talented beauty Queen came into limelight in 2014, when she emerged and was decorated as Finest Girl South-west Nigeria in a quite competitive Contest.

The God-fearing Beauty Queen is however an aspiring Media Personality, filled with the determination, vigour and focus. Her vision has remained unabated, and carefully focused on optimistic engagements, geared at advancing the peace and unity of Nigeria.


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A Nigerian Ex beauty Queen and former Face of Democracy Advocate, Ms. Cynthia Precious Imhansi-Jacob has made history as she announces her successful certification and graduation from Riverside Flight Center Tulsa, Oklahoma USA as certified Pilot. She announced the good news, few hours ago, after she released photos of herself at the Riverside Flight Center, USA.

Ms. Cynthia Precious Imhansi-Jacob was certified with FAA PPL, Instrument Rated, commercial pilot Multi Engine and Single Engine (AMEL, ASEL). On graduation from the flight center, she expressed appreciation to God almighty and her Guardians for their strenght, encouragement and supports towards the success and achievements, especially with the recent certification of a professional Pilot from a US Flight academy.

The young, intelligent and vibrant Pilot hails from Esan South-East local government area of Edo state. Before advancing her studies in the US to become a certified Pilot, Ms. Cynthia had earlier bagged a first degree in Law and a second degree in Public Administration. She had earlier delved into acting, pageantry and modeling. She was also a Cabin Executive at Jed Air Nigeria and Olin Travels Executive Jets.

The multi-talented and multi-skilled Ms. Cynthia has continue to receive several congratulatory messages from friends, family members, fans and colleagues on her certification as a professional Pilot from a renowned flight Institution and academy in the United States of America-USA.

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UK Based Nigeria Humanitarian Engr. Echendu Marks Birthday Privately, Expresses Thanksgiving To God

The CEO and Founder of Echendu Groups of Company and Echendu Foundation, popularly referred as "Echendu Unify", has marked his birthday with praises and adoration to God for the grace a new age. While speaking via an exclusive conversation with State Press Correspondent, Echendu Ndubuisi Anthony, a renowned humanitarian and Philanthropist, stated that he was glad to be alive and to thank God Almighty.

Engr. Echendu has however continue to receive loads of amazing gifts, gestures, goodwill messages, and prayers from friends, family members, colleagues, employees, amongst others. He has also in return expressed appreciation to everyone who made out time and resources to congratulate him. He therefore expressed assurance of his undying love for them.

Echendu Ndubuisi Anthony, celebrated privately at his executive and luxury apartment. He further expressed appreciation to Almighty God for the successes and achievements he has garnered recently, with emphasis on his capacity to continue in his impact-humanitarian works, targeted at supporting underprivileged persons and vulnerable households, in Nigeria and across Africa.

The charity organizations of Engr. Echendu Ndubuisi Anthony, called Echendu Foundation, but popularly referred as the Echendu Unify, has remained prompt in its response to interventional support Initiatives, especially in nations across West Africa. It recently was engaged in feeding Initiatives and donations to homes of the aging populations, including cash. The foundation also initiated educative programs for children, to enable advanced learning.


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Brutalized Victims Of EndSars Protests In Ondo Hospitals Get Support From Churchill Foundation


In Ondo State, a renowned international organization, known as Churchill Foundation and Founded by Dr. Churchill Oladunni Olakunle, a reputable Philanthropist and Enterpreneur, has commenced the payment of hospital bills for victims of the recently held EndSARS protest in Ondo state and across Nigeria.

State Press Reporter gathered that, Churchill Foundation has few days ago commenced the identification, treatment and rehabilitation of victims who secured fatal injuries and even loss of life during the protest held in Ondo state and other cities across Nigeria. In a statement by an Ondo State Youth Association, they confirmed the significant supports which Dr. Olakunle Churchill and his Foundation have contributed, especially in hospital bill payments for injured and brutalized victims.

While speaking with the Chairman of Big Church Foundation, Dr. Churchill who has not been in the country, expressed displeasure at the displaced developments that trailed the peaceful protest, with regards to the massive assault and brutality of youths who were engaged in the protest. He however stated that his organization is fully committed to youth development, and would remain unequivocally mandated in throwing its weight behind the plights of youths in Nigeria.

Dr. Churchill however used the medium to call on the Nigeria armed forces, especially the Nigeria Police, to continue to preserve the interest of Nigerian Citizens, as it would help to improve citizen's confidence in the force. He also stated that it was obvious that the youths of our nation are unhappy about the incessant killings, hardship and oppression, which led to the protest that have now claimed several lives, properties and even jobs.

However, Beneficiaries of the interventional support by Churchill Foundation in the ongoing "hospital bill payment and Support" for victims of EndSARS Protest in Ondo state who spoke with StatePress Reporter expressed appreciation to Churchill Foundation. They had also thanked him for his extensive humanitarian and charity gestures for youths, children, women and also the aged population.


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Nigerian-American model, journalist and philanthropist, Dr. Queen Krystal Okeke, Former Ms. (Illinois) USA Universal, CEO of America Kids Multicultural World, Founder of America Nation Multicultural Foundation and CEO of Miss and Mrs. America Nation beauty pageant, has bagged a Doctorate Degree Honour in Philanthropy and Humanitarianism. She received the Doctorate Honour in Chicago on Sunday 18, October 2020.

She was decorated and presented her certificate of Doctor in Philanthropy and Humanitarianism by Apostle Dr. Bridget C. Outlaw, during the Doctorate Degrees Graduation Ceremony of Shekinah Glory Theologically Seminary and Institute, which is accredited by Bible Institute of America.

Queen Krystal Okeke was honoured for her endless commitment to global service, especially in underprivileged Communities. She has been incessantly involved in several development initiatives for children, youths and underprivileged persons across the world. She was recently nominated for two meritorious and distinguished awards, including the Leadership Excellence Awards 2020, holding on the 10th of December and the prestigious National Peace Awards 2020, holding on the 12th of November's at ICC, with customised vehicle plate numbers as Peace Ambassador.

Queen Krystal Okeke is one of the few young and prospectively successful Diaspora who has remained commited to the advancement and improvement of humanity, while engaging several interventional programs to support vulnerable societies, thereby salvaging displaced persons and misplaced destinies.

#EndSars: Mischief Makers Bent On Tarnishing My Image - Safaa Adam

Following the attack by some hoodlums on peaceful protesters and residents of Abuja during the #EndSars protest, and the rumour making rounds on some section of social media that the President of International Womens' Club of Abuja, Safaa M.U. Adam is responsible, she has come out to debunk the rumours calling it a figment of their imagination.

M.U. Adam who is also a member of
Citizens Action for Good Governance is known for her humanitarian gestures and passion for the downtrodden, wonder why people would go to such lent in wanting to tarnish her hard-earned.

Speaking with LEADERSHIP, she explained that, "I was so surprise when family and friends started calling me and asking what's happening? I was confused. Seeing my pedigree, some people didn't like, instead they tagged me as one of the women sponsoring the Thugs. It's disheartening and embarrassing.

"Where are all the fake news emanating from, I don't know. I'm using this medium to plead with the public that they should disregard the story making rounds about me. It's never and would never be true. Why would I a mother indulge myself in such despicable things? People should learn to draw the line between jokes and cheap blackmail," she begged.

The humanist who says her love for Nigeria is undoubted, seeing things falling apart, chose not to stay calm but in her little way, pleads with Nigeria youths to work together to move the country forward.

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Sports-Kano State to partner with a Legendary Footballer to promote sports activities

Ganduje-Kano creates enabling environment for investors in sports

Former England International Football player,Nigerian-born John Fashanu has described Kano State as amazing home of football stars.

He made the statement friday evening when he paid a courtesy visit to Kano State Governor in his office.

According to Fashanu,Kano has become the cynosure of eyes due to the abundant talents it is blessed with, which if nurtured properly would become great stars in future.

He said he is in Kano to to discuss plans for setting up a Comprehensive Sports Academy in partnership with the State Government.

"My aim is to collaborate with Kano State in promoting and selecting young players to play professional football in Europe",Fashanu said.

He added that European clubs are now craving for players from Kano and the Northern part of the country due to their skills and talent.

"Therefore I am taking 13 players from Kano to get opportunity in Europe " he explained.

The Former International Football player also pointed out that he was at Karfi Sports Institute to assess the facilities over there.

"The facilities at the Sports Institute at Karfi are of International Standard..with our partnership with Kano State Government we would turn it into a Sports academy not only for football but where other athletes from all parts of Africa would be discovered and nurtured to stardom "he stated.

Responding, Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje represented by his Deputy, Dr.Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna said Kano State Government is ready to partner with organisations and individuals who has genuine interest of the youths of the State through sports activities.

"We are creating enabling environment and encouraging investors because sports today has become a viable option to create job opportunities and alleviate poverty ".

"That is why we created the Ministry Of Sports to improve sports activities combined with purposeful policies that would positively promote the lives of the youths and sports development the Governor said".

He then assured of cooperation and called the legendary football player John Fashanu to forward the proposal for consideration.

Hassan Musa Fagge Chief Press Secretary to the Deputy Governor of Kano State

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A long perilous legal battle finally came to a joyful end on Monday, 19th October, 2020 as Miss Favour Emmanuel, now a former inmate at the Aba Correctional Facility, was finally reunited with her family after the magistrate signed her release papers following the intervention from Mercy Wave Foundation through her CEO, Princess Dr. Mercy Uwakwe, to pay all fines imposed on her and clear the way for her release.

This case of a sorrowful tale turned to a joyful ending sums up perfectly the visions of the Mercy Wave Foundation in being a hope and voice for the underserved in society.

Speaking to the crew of the Mercy Wave TV following her release, a highly emotional Miss Favour narrated her heartbreaking ordeal which started over two years ago. She explained how years of struggle and hardship forced her into the unfortunate crime she committed.

According to her, she could hardly complete her secondary education due to lack of resources and had to, at a tender age, resort to menial jobs to keep her family functional. Things however took a bad turn when two years ago, for a family already struggling, they received the news of her father's diagnosis and accompanying hospital bill eclipsing Five Hundred Thousand Naira.

Poor Favour's financial power and savings could definitely not cater for this huge expense, and the thought of losing her father made her take drastic steps which would later lead to a prison sentence.


As a cashier working for a firm, and being privy to the account details of the company, she decided to take the hospital bill from her firm's account. This apparent action of self sacrifice and a bid to help her ailing was the start of her long legal troubles. According to her, she eventually narrated the story to her boss innocently, informing him that she would work without salary to offset the bills until every penny was repaid.

However, things took a drastic turn as her boss demanded an instant refund which Miss Favour could not provide and he had her locked away until she could pay up the loan.

Narrating her ordeal in the correctional center, Miss Favour Emmanuel pointed out that from the first day, it was untold hardship as her health condition was not considered by the authorities. She witnessed severe episodes of anaemia where her fellow inmates concluded she wouldn't make it thorough the night, but somehow grace preserved her and she kept on knowing that someday her story would change for the better.

She encouraged every every Nigerian to always stay on the good side of the law to avoid any confrontation that might lead to prison.

When asked about her plans for the future, Miss Favour promised to leverage on the freedom granted her by the foundation, to lead a dutiful life. The foundation also promised to assist her in various ways.

In a separate interview, the mother of the benefactor, Mrs Joy Emmanuel, also narrated, amid tears, their story from outside the prison perspective. According to her, at the onset of the situation, she contacted a lot of Foundations and NGOs all to no avail. She also recounted how upon his discharge from the hospital, Mr Emmanuel, Favour's dad, kept on visiting Favour every single day until Favour had to ban him from visiting because of the damage the stress was causing to his already problematic health. Mrs Joy further expressed her profound gratitude to the foundation for coming to their aid when all hope seemed to have been lost and it was only a matter of time, she felt, before Favour dies in prison due to her health conditions being a sickler.

The Mercy Wave Foundation pointed out explicitly that they do not promote or support crime in any form. They called on youths to take advantage and participate in various enlightenment programs aimed at educating them on the dangers of crime. They also provide empowerment schemes to help keep youths engage and self sufficient while avoiding issues of crime.

https://www.statepress.ng/2020/10/prison-outreach-mercy-wave-foundation.html?m=1

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Winners of Queen Of Peace Nigeria Join FCT Minister In Abuja NITP Envoy Extraordinary Award

The Honourable Minister of State, Federal Capital Territory, Tpl. Dr. Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu, has been presented with the Envoy Extraordinary Award in Abuja, at Chida Hotel and Event Center. During the award presentation on Wednesday 20th 2020, the Honourable Minister of State, FCT was joined by Queen of Peace Nigeria Winners.

Winners of Queen of Peace Nigeria, who spoke to Abuja Press, congratulated the Dr. Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu on the Envoy Extraordinary Award, which she received from the Nigerian Institute of Town Planning-NITP. Led by the National President, Dr. Suleiman Adejoh, They also appreciated Dr. Ramatu for her consistent support for feminism, as she continues to promote female genderism, both in her style of leadership and career pursuit as a Politician.

The Nigeria Institute for Town Planning-NITP and other notable personalities at the occasion of the Award Presentation of Envoy Extraordinary Award to Dr. Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu, have also congratulated her, stressing that it was well deserved and indeed merited. They had also stated that Dr. Ramatu has proved herself noteworthy for the reputable and distinguished award.

The Nigerian Institute of Town Planners is the leading body in sustainable, integrated and inclusive
planning of Africa. The organization has continued to recognise and support prospective town planning Initiatives for the Federal Capital Territory and other neighbouring communities. On the other hand, Queen of Peace Nigeria had also thanked NITP, for the invitation to be part of the epoch award presentation to Dr. Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu.

The National Peace Award 2020 which is organised by Messengers Of Peace Foundation will be held on 12th November at International Conference center and it will be attracting High Profile peace advocates across sectors.

https://www.abujapress.com/2020/10/winners-of-queen-of-peace-nigeria-join.html?m=1

Praise In Unusual Times: Panam Percy Paul, Nathaniel Bassey, Tope Alabi, Others To Holds Section Today

Due to the current situation in the country, it has become pertinent for the Nation to unite itself against all kinds of forces, to this regards the country will be organising a praise and worship season later this evening by 7:30pm on zoom to bring down the power of God on our Nation and upon situation.

Please join in today, @7.30pm.

While It is a non-denominational/ecumenical praise worship and prayers. Those featuring includes:
@panampercypaul @nathanielblow @tope_alabi_ #chukwuemeka @officialchiomajesus @prospaochimana @bekesbukola @obioraobiwon @beejaysaxb & More


Zoom ID: 814 34837923
Password: Praise
YouTube Link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJ5eODZwds4

ENDSARS: Africa Youth Leader Olakunle Churchill Appeals Ondo Youths For Calm, Calls On IGP To Intervene Speedily

With the incessant protest against bad governance and police brutality, in Nigeria, a renowned African Enterpreneur, Philanthropist and Humanitarian, has joined the protest, calling on youths to relax their anger in agitating for good governance. Dr. Churchill made the statement few hours ago, while reacting to the nationwide EndSARS Protest which is fast attracting international worries, global discusses and proactive interventions. He however called on the Federal Government and IGP to immediately swing into actions in other to address the requests of Youths across the nation.

In his statement, he adviced youths to be calm and avoid any more destruction of lives and properties. He has however promised to engage government in a round table discussion that will further provide resolute solutions to the agitations of youths across Nigeria. The African Youth Leader, has continue to advocate for active youth participation in governance and politics, using different channels of advocacy. He has for some time now, championed the cause of youth development and empowerment through his foundation and talk shows. He is presently also engaging international agencies and Institutions towards the support of youths in attaining good and responsive leadership in Nigeria.

Since the EndSARS Protest commenced on 10th October 2020, the situation in some parts of the country have been extremely violent, with series of attacks on government infrastructures, killings of Police officers and other violent activities, especially attacks on peaceful and unarmed protesters.

As a Philanthropist and an unseasoned Humanitarian, Dr. Churchill Olakunle, the Chairman of Big Church Group and Big Church Foundation has continue to support youths across Nigeria and Africa. He has however expressed concern in the ongoing revolution which the youths are engaging. He is throwing his full weight behind the teaming Nigeria youths and is assuring them that with his capacity, he will ensure the Government will respond speedily to the requests of youths, especially ondo state indigent youths and save lives and properties of Citizens as Hoodlums have taken over the struggle.

Few years ago, Dr. Churchill Olakunle was bestowed with the prestigious honour of “African Youth Champion” in Abeokuta by the African Youth and Governance Conference (AYGC), a platform which attracted young leaders and enterprising entrepreneurs across Africa and diaspora.

https://www.abujapress.com/2020/10/endsars-africa-youth-leader-olakunle.html?m=1

US Based Nigerian Celebrities Fired up #END SARS protest in Washington DC

As the global Campaign against the operations of Special Anti-Robbery Squad-SARS intensifies, MC Chaz, a popular US based Nigerian MC entertainer, and Dr. Ikenna Ihim a US based doctor and Nigerian celebrity, both posted on their social media platforms that they would be present and encouraged others to join them on Sunday, 12pm EST, October 18 2020 at the Nigerian embassy in Washington DC. Hosted by @Rarolaetv.

On his Instagram platform, Mc Chaz stated “This is how it’s going down. The way I see Nigeria, these protests would be going on for a full year, A lot of things we have to END. If you’re my friend and want to show me, meet me on Sunday 12pm. All countries welcomed.” MC Chaz is not only popular for his entertainment, but also for his humanitarian comments. He made several viral commentaries to sooth the heart of Nigerians during the time of the South African xenophobia of Nigerians controversy.

On Dr. Ikenna Ihim’s Instagram, he noted that the brutality, assaults and criminalities by operatives of the Special Anti-robbery Squad was indeed worrisome. He stressed that the continuous brutality has birthed wide complaints and was amongst the basic reasons why he has decided to join the protest. He calls on the reform and restructuring of the Nigerian Police, especially it’s tactical units so as to ensure that federal government reacts adequately to the situation.


He however confirmed that unlike every other protest and ongoing campaigns against the brutality of SARS, his devotion and commitment to the #ENDSARS protest would not be compromised until the issue is addressed considerably. Dr. Ikenna Ihim therefore called on FG to consider restructuring of the Nigeria Police Force, so as to enable citizen’s confidence in the law enforcement agency.

Besides treating critical patients with COVID-19, Dr. Ikenna Ihim has also been on the frontline of several nationwide and global humanitarian interventions, including the Bill Gates and Melinda Gates COVID-19 pandemic Frontline Heroes initiative. He has also been engaged in actively hosting informative discussions and educating the public on development pathways for healthy living.

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Anambra Governorship Hopeful Maduka Demostrates Soft Side In Amazing Dance Steps


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US based, Anambra born Medical Doctor, Politician and Philanthropist, Dr. Godwin Maduka has shared video shoots of his amazing soft side as he demonstrated his youthful and vibrant capacity. In the exclusive video, Dr. Godwin Maduka was spotted dishing out amazing dance steps amidst several persons who were impressed at the overwhelming dance presentation of an icon, a leader, the hope of the hopeless and indeed the next Governor of Anambra state.

Dr. Godwin Maduka has remained one of the few billionaires with a noble charisma, a sociable Personality, an accessible mandate. His fundamental capacities, engaging philosophy and insightful discipline has place in above several other Aspirants in the forthcoming Anambra Governorship election in 2021.

He has maintained certainty in his interest to make Anambra state a leading community, with world class infrastructures, coincided with a vision for sustainable and influential development, not only in Nigeria, but across Africa. His monumental prospects is evident, with emphasis on his proactive infrastructural feats and establishments in Anambra state, cutting across commerce, security, education, youth empowerment and charity.

Regardless of his infrastructural Initiative for Anambra state, Godwin Maduka, who is popularly referred as the Okosisi of Orumba and Lion Of AFRICA, is also committed to series of charity projects, humanitarian programs and interventions to support and assist widows, children, underprivileged persons and physically challenged Individuals, across Nigeria and especially in the Southeast.

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