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2018 DEMOCRACY HEROES AWARD; AISHA BUHARI, GOV. DICKSON, GOV. BADARU, BABATUNDE FASHOLA, SEN. ADUDA, OTHERS TO BE HONOURED.



The need to honour, recognise and celebrate the contributions, commitments and sacrifices of great men and women in our democratic circumference has become sine-qua-non, as the 2018 edition of Democracy Heroes Award takes up the mantle of responsibility.

This was made known to newsmen through a press release from the convener of the award event, Face of Democracy Nigeria. According to the convener, Mr Alexander Ajagbonna aka Fajag, the award is aimed at encouraging Democrats, promoting democracy and install a responsive atmosphere that will continuously protect and preserve our democracy.

However, the 2018 prestigious edition of Democracy Heroes Award will be held on the 3rd of November, at the Transcorp Hilton Abuja, with intriguing performance and presentations by comedians, actors, DJs, Poets and popular Nigeria musicians.

Amongst the few reputable award nominees are, the wife of Nigeria President, Mrs. Aisha Buhari, as the Democracy Woman of the year, HE Governor Seriake Dickson, as Democracy Best Performing Governor of the Year, HE Governor Mohammad Badaru, Democracy Outstanding Governor of the Year, Sen. Philip Aduda, as Democracy Iconic Senator of the Year, Dr. Babatunde Fashola, as Democracy Excellence in Public Service of the Year and other very outstanding contributors in several impact categories.

The event which will also honour democratic institutions like the Federal Inland Revenue Service - FIRS, as the Best Performing Government Agency of the Year, alongside other personalities like, Sen. Shehu Sani, Sen. Ibinna Ogba, Mr. Valentine Ozigbo, Mr. Obinna Iyeigbu, Mr. Shina Abiola Peller, Mr. Jide Adeniran, Mr. Steve Azaiki and Mr. Rashida Bello.

The glamour event which is proudly supported by FIRS, will however be hosted by popular Nancy Isime and IK Ogbonna in a humorous disposition of its' program of events.

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A renowned peace and unity initiative, Miss Peace and Unity Pageant, has recorded a glamorous grand finale event for its 2018 pageant edition, held at Oriental hotel Lagos, Nigeria.

The hi-tech event was graced with several presentations, entertainments and engaging performance by popular celebrities, nollywood actors, singers and comedians.

The grande finale of the 2018 edition of Miss Peace and Unity Pageant revealed new winners, who emerged as Ambassadors for a new vision of peace and unity in Nigeria.

Speaking with the organiser, Queen Chikezie Grace Egboh, she said, the emergence of Queen Pamela Lilybox as grande winner of Miss Peace and Unity Nigeria in the 2018 contest was indeed an earnest reward for her outstanding charisma and composition.

She stated that the emergence of Queen Ogwudu Rebecca, as Miss Peace and Unity Nigeria Diaspora and Queen Nwaugo Chioma Hildamara, as Miss Peace and Unity tourism, was decorated for their exclusive intelligence, innovations in tourism and Diaspora capabilities.

The event had the presence popular performing artist like, Harry song, as the Star Artist, Mr. Ibu and other prominent public figures in the entertainment industry.

The winners have expressed gratitude to the organisers of 2018 Miss Unity and Peace international for their support, training and other educative impartation during camping.
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Some weeks back, The Murtala Muhammed Airport 2 (MMA2) was shut down by the aviation unions over their dispute with the operators of the terminal. Airlines, Banks, shop owners and services providers at the terminal said they lost over 1.5 billion for what they described as ‘insensitive picketing’ of the terminal

Unfortunately, our dear Unions do not understand the difference between picketing and shutting down. While you have a right to picket, you do not have the right to shutdown the operations of key player such as MMA2. This is a terminal that plays an important role in the economy of our nation and these unions still decided to shut it down irrespective of a subsisting court injunction. How lawless can we be as a nation? In a lawful country those union leaders should be in jail by now.

In other climes, you would expect the main regulator of the sector which is the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority NCAA to have intervened before the matter got to the extent of picketing but not in Nigeria. It still baffles me how the NCAA and FAAN looked the other way, while their staffs who are known members of these unions shutdown a critical service industry? The NCAA watches everything in limbo and acts like it doesn’t exist. When the chief regulator looks the other way when it should stamp its authority, then we are in for more shockers!

Now this is the main problem with concessions in Nigeria. If a major investor in the mold and pedigree of Dr Wale Babalakin can be subjected to such humiliation, how do we expect to get more local investors, let alone foreign investors? We are yet to recover from a failed Nigeria Air project which we all know never got a single investor and the NCAA and FAAN are still adopting a ‘siddon look’ style?

From the look of the whole MMA2 and Union brouhaha, it is obvious the NCAA, FAAN and the Police were all in support of the impunity exhibited by the unions. How else can one describe the inability of the police to disperse an unlawful gathering / trespass at MMA2 even with a court injunction? And they were all happy seeing outlets at the terminal shut, passengers missing important business or professional engagements, banks shut and airlines losing millions and threatening to downsize? Are we not tired of the level of job losses under the present administration? It was such a dark day for Nigeria, concessions and the rule of law!

Recently, an aircraft belonging to overland caught fire while undergoing maintenance at its hanger at the General Aviation Terminal (GAT). The video of how the aircraft burnt beyond repair went viral and it exposed the inefficiency of FAAN and NCAA. It was a shameful sight to behold. I felt like crying for Nigeria and the aviation industry while watching the video and I asked: what if there were passengers onboard, we would have lost precious lives as a result of the ineptitude of these agencies. Voices in the background of the video confirmed that, apart from the fact that the fire fighters got to the hanger late, they ran out of water. Shame! And this is supposed to be a Category 1 Airport recently certified by NCAA!

I am inclined to request what emergency management program the NCAA put in place to manage such emergency situations? When was the last audit inspect carried out on the hanger? Was this part of the audit carried out by NCAA? How did the hanger get an AMO certificate? FAAN is complicit in all of these as performance of the airport fire service fell short of a CAT 1 standard.

Our CAT 1 regulators NCAA and FAAN need to tell us when last they trained and bought equipment for their emergency services officers and staff? Who knows, they may have embezzled the monies set aside for these programs and were caught unaware with the recent fire incident. A supposed Category 1 airport as large as what we have should have a minimum of 4 fire service teams; 1 each at mma2, GAT, MMIA and Cargo to meet the ICAO 3 minutes recommended standards to put out a fire incident.

A member of the Aviation Round Table, John Ojukutu, while querying the last time the NCAA conducted an inspection or audit on the maintenance hanger also asked, ‘’what is the category of the MMA fire service that could not put the fire out on a passenger aircraft of less than 40 seater? What would have happened if it were a B777 or even a B737? I heard people in the background of the video screaming no water! no water! But where were the water hydrants in the NCAA certified airport? Does the hanger where the incident happened not have emergency management program for such incident? Is the emergency management program for the hanger not an NCAA’s audit or inspection checklist? if the answers to these questions are negative, then it’s a big shame for a regulatory agency that prides itself with the FAA CAT 1.’’ He advised the NCAA to review its checklist for hanger inspection and audit

Unfortunately, both the Minister of State for Aviation Hadi Sirika and the NCAA DG Muhtar Usman have refused to issue a statement on both the MMA2 and overland aircraft fire incidents. I gathered from reliable sources that both were outside the country lounging somewhere in Canada while the country or their sector rather was on fire. These are the kind of people we have at the helm of affairs of a critical sector such as aviation and nobody seems to be auditing their affairs.

With the level of mismanagement, ineptitude and inefficiency that these agencies and even the Ministry have exhibited in recent past, also with the handling of the failed Nigeria project; I will strongly recommend a total review of their operation and activities. At the moment, I can tell you for free that nobody checks or audits these agencies and you cannot be the judge in your own case as there is tendency to compromise. We deserve better as a nation and it starts with total restructuring of not just our country but the aviation industry.

For us to have a robust industry, distant from what we are presently experiencing; there is need to move agencies like the NCAA, AIB, NIMET,NAMA, and FAAN from the oversight of the ministry of Aviation to the presidency for direct monitoring and to avoid the overt interference of the ministry in these agencies . The case of the overbearing influence of the former Minister of Aviation, Ms Stella Oduah, on these agencies is very fresh. We all remember how she used her office to extort money from the agencies and this is one out of the many reasons for recommendation.

The Accident Investigation Bureau should be a unit under the NCAA and moved under the purview of the presidency. There must be standards and NO compromise; and considering their job as auditors, they shouldn’t be answerable to the ministry to avoid the aforementioned and build a vibrant industry where safety and professionalism is guaranteed.

While many including my humble self have condemned the handling of the failed Nigeria Air project by the junior minister of transportation, Hadi Sirika, I commend the minister for at least accepting that the agencies cannot effectively manage the airport infrastructure and reaffirming the commitment of the President Muhammed Buhari led administration to concession the airports.

Aviation experts have also said that MMA2 has shown that concession is the solution to improving our airport infrastructure, as the terminal provides the best passenger facilitation at the moment and can also be co-opted to manage the other airports around the country.

This unlawful, despicable and unfortunate incident will only strengthen Dr Wale Babalakin resolve to continue to make a case for concessions in Nigeria and provide the best of facilities for the travelling public as exemplified by the wide gulf in facilities and services between MMA2 and the other government run Airports


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Kennedy Okonkwo, Ubi Franklin, Keystone Bank, Aiteo Group, Kiki Osinbajo bag The Nigeria Entrepreneurs Awards

As part of its commitment to celebrate and honour entrepreneurs in the country, Nigeria Entrepreneurs Award in partnership with the Global Entrepreneurship Network-Nigeria (GEN), has rolled out series of activities to celebrate the immense contributions of entrepreneurs driving the economic growth and development in the country.
The award will hold on the 16th of November, 2018, at the Oriental Hotel Lagos, with the Theme: Driving Economic Growth & Diversification Through MSMEs.

The Executive Director of the Nigeria Entrepreneurs Award, Mr Uwabor Joshua stated that despite the enormous challenges confronting Nigerian entrepreneurs, their contribution to the economic growth and development, especially in the MSMEs space is undeniable. According to him, Nigeria Entrepreneurs Award is very passionate about celebrating & honouring these operators of the economy, noting that this partnership with the Global Entrepreneurs Network-Nigeria will go a long way in promoting entrepreneurial growth in Nigeria.

Some of those to be awarded this year include; Dr Kennedy Okonkwo, Ubi Franklin, Keystone Bank, Aiteo Group, Kiki Osinbajo Dantata Town Developers, Eco Bank, Apostle Dr Chinedum Emmanuel Ejiofor, Bstan Homes, Dr. Emmanuel Frank Okafor, Enugu State Housing Development Corporation, Victoria Crest Homes amongst others
A statement from the Global Entrepreneurs Network-Nigeria, affirm that the partnership with Nigeria Entrepreneurs Award will celebrates the contribution and passion of entrepreneurs that bring ideas to life, drive economic growth and contribute significantly to expand human welfare.

Nigeria Entrepreneurs Award is at the forefront of celebrating & honouring entrepreneurship in Nigeria. We are aware that entrepreneurs drive the economy especially at the MSME level. What we are doing with Nigeria Entrepreneurs Award is not just only to celebrate them, but, also, to galvanise them to do more and accelerate economic recovery and stability.
The award is charged with the responsibility of recognizing and celebrating Nigeria Entrepreneurs, Corporate Organizations, Business Executives and Head of Government Agencies who have contributed immensely to the entrepreneurial growth and development either through policy making, actual practice or CSR programs.‎

Since the inception of the award five (5) years ago, Nigeria Entrepreneurs Award have celebrated some of the best-known personalities in corporate Nigeria who have exemplify the very best in their business.

Some of those who have received this prestigious award in the past include: Mrs. Adenike Ogunlesi (Founder & CRO, Ruff and Tumble) Halogen Security Ltd, INTELS Nigeria Ltd, Mr. Nnamdi Ezeigbo (Founder Slot Ltd), Governor Akinwunmi Ambode, Propertymart Real Estate Investment Ltd, Prof. Charles K. Ayo (Former VC Covenant University), Chief Cosmos Maduka (Chairman, Cosharis Group), Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc, Dana Air, Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje, Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers Ltd, NPF Pensions Ltd, Nedcomoaks, Gov. Okezie Ikpeazu, Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC), Hall7 Real Estate, Fidelity Bank Plc, His Imperial Majesty, Ooni of Ife, Pirotti Projects Ltd, Gesi Asamaowei amongst many others.

This year’s edition of the Award promises to be a world class event that will leave all those who attend with a lasting impression and business relationships that will change their businesses for the best.
Also, aside the Award, exhibition opportunities would be made available for some registered participants at the event just to enable them position their products and services for others to see.
The Nigeria Entrepreneurs Award is an initiative of Emagez Solutions, in partnership with the Global Entrepreneurship Network-Nigeria and endorsed by SMEDA

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VP OSIBANJO, MINISTER OF BUDGET, OTHERS RECEIVE "DANA AIRPLANE MODEL" AT NIGERIA ECONOMIC SUMMIT.


The proactive partnership between Nigeria Economic Summit Group and Dana Airlines have received the commendations and support of the federal government, as Vice president Yemi Osibanjo guests the 2018 Nigeria Economic Summit to discuss its' theme "Poverty to Prosperity.

The 2018 Nigeria Economic Summit witnessed the presentation of the "Dana Airplane Model" to Vice President Osinbajo, who was accompanied by the Minister of National Budget and planning, Chief Udoma Udoma.

The presentation was made by Dana Air Team, commemorating its improved and advanced operations in air transport services across the globe. Dana Airline has been on the lead of best international air service delivery in recent times.

As an air partner to 2018 Nigeria Economic Summit, Dana Airline has provided special discounts to guest and delegates to facilitate the efficiency of the summit, which is ongoing at Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja.

While reacting to the ongoing NES#24, the Communications Manager of Dana Air, Kingsley Ezenwa says, "we are proud to have become a key partaker and contributor to the success of a think-tank initiative such as the Nigerian Economic summit and it is coming up at a time when the issue of good governance and economic inclusion has become an existential one for our nation.’’

The discourse of this edition is focused on five key pillars of inputs and outcomes that will serve as the summit’s sub themes: Corruption and Rule of law, Effective Public Institutions, Sustainable Economic Opportunities, Human Development, Participation and Citizens’ Rights.

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Dana Air has announced that it is partnering with the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) towards the success of the 24th Nigerian Economic Summit holding at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja from 22nd to 23rd October 2018.

This year’s summit with the theme: Poverty to prosperity: Making Governance and Institutions Work, will provide a forum for policy makers and captains of industry from both private and public sectors of the Nigerian economy as well as academia, civil society organizations and development partners to interact and share thoughts on key issues and challenges facing the Nigerian economy.

Commenting on the partnership, the Communications Manager of Dana Air, Kingsley Ezenwa said, ‘we are proud to have become a key partaker and contributor to the success of a think-tank initiative such as the Nigerian Economic summit and it is coming up at a time when the issue of good governance and economic inclusion has become an existential one for our nation.’’

As airline partner of the 24th Nigerian Economic Summit, Dana Air is providing a special discount to guests and delegates to facilitate their transportation to the summit in Abuja.

NES#24 is structured around five key pillars of inputs and outcomes that will serve as the summit’s sub themes: Corruption and Rule of law, Effective Public Institutions, Sustainable Economic Opportunities, Human Development, Participation and Citizens’ Rights.

Other sessions will include: Effective Public Institutions, Sustainable Economic Opportunities, mobilization and Venture Networking.

Having flown over 2.7 million passengers in the last 9 years of its operations, Dana Air is one of Nigeria’s leading airlines reputed for its world-class in-flight service, innovative online products and services and unrivaled on time departures.

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Adams Oshiomole, Lucky Igbenedion, HRM King Ateke Tom, Gabriel Oyibode, Udenta O. Udenta Set For Noble Achievers Award


The city of Abuja have began its countdown to the grand finale of the 18th edition of Most Beautiful Model in Abuja and its Noble Achievers Award recognition, with 30 stunning contestants, noble nominations, attractive gestures and adorable composition.

The most anticipated glamour event, will be hosted at Chida International Hotel and Event Centre, Jabi Abuja on Saturday, the 27th of October, with it's Redcarpet to begin at 7:00pm.

The popular pageant contest will be hosting prominent guests from across the country; public office holders, top executives, popular artists, comedians and a host of others.

According to the organisers of Noble Achievers Awards, the event will recognise top public figures like former Governor of Benue state, HE Gabriel Suswam, former Governor of Edo state, HE Lucky Igbenedion, Hon. Nweke Jessy Ebere, Comrade Adams Oshiomole, Dr. Gabriel Oyibode, Dr. Udenta O. Udenta, Dr. Paul Orchii and HRM King Ateke Tom.

The award will be presented in different categories of impact areas and in recognition of their noble commitments to national development. The event doubles as an award presentation and a grande finale of the 18 edition of Most Beautiful Girl in Abuja - MBGA.

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Governor Aminu Bello Masari, Elisabeth Jack-Rich Tein Jnr; His Royal Majesty King, Michael Ateke Tom, Valentine Ozigbo, Others Honoured With Peace Achievers Awards


It was indeed a night of glitz and glamour, as guests ravishingly dressed in colourful attires, stormed the Peace Achievers Award/Miss Ambassador for Peace Nigeria ceremony, which was held penultimate weekend at Transcorp Hilton, Abuja.

The event witnessed musical performances from different Abuja-based artistes including styplus. Also, Lagos-based singer, Face, electrified the hall with his powerful delivery while comedian Acapella took centre stage to crack jokes with his colleague, Ajebo. Also, Race; Philip Rennar; MC Taywaye and MC Bob thrilled guests.

During the pageantry side of the event, contestants showcased their talents and intellectual abilities. They also entertained guests with dance performances. At the last count, Nene Alagimenlen emerged as winners of Miss Ambassador for Peace Nigeria pageant, while Williams Ugochi Testimony was crowned as Miss Ambassador for Peace Africa.

Awards were given to distinguished personalities including GovernorAminu Bello Masari, Mrs. Elisabeth Jack-Rich Tein Jnr; Apostle Ejiofor Chinedu Emmanuel; His Royal Majesty King, Michel Ateke Tom JP; Mr. Emmanuel Akpakwu; CEO, Transcorp Hilton Abuja, Mr. Valentine Ozigbo; Mr. Haruna Bawa Waziri;

Others were Yusuf Chico Otuya; Henry Njoku; Mr. Richard Erepamo Akinaka; Paddy Emmanuel Iyamu; Mr. Sowemimi; Uju Kingsley Chima; Mr. Benneth Daniel (Acapella); Rahama Sadau and Orji Chibuzor Richard (Face) among others.

Speaking at the show, Project Director, Miss Ambassador for Peace Agency, Mr. Kingsley Amafibe, commended guests for identifying with his project, and for their continuous support over the years.

While congratulating his crew members for their hard work and consistency. Amafibe pointed out why his agency is aimed at building peace in the country through the Peace Education Project(PEP).

“Our society has been driven into a stage of abject poverty because of the extensive lack of proper education. Educating the youth has been our primary interest; we have set up outreach peace programmes in various schools to lend our voice to the Nigerian youths to acquire proper knowledge.

“Peace Achiever Awards is a private initiative of Peace Ambassador Agency to recognise individuals and organizations in Nigeria and Africa who have demonstrated strong commitment in serving their communities. Nonetheless, we are building a movement involving all sectors of the society, that promotes the unity of Nigeria, “he said.

Amafibe, also urged the recipients to be agents of positive change.

“As we celebrate United Nation Peace Day, we call on all stakeholders in different sectors to encourage initiative like this that create opportunities for the Nigerian youths”.

Also speaking, Dr. Mrs. Elisabeth Jack-Rich Tein Jnr, appreciated the organizers of the award. She dedicated the award to her husband, for been her pillar of strength and support to pilot the affairs of Elisabeth Jack Rich Aid Foundation.

In the same vein, Yusuf Chico Otuya congratulated fellow recipients and hailed Amafibe for the great initiative. He also dedicated the award to God, everyone who supported him in attaining destiny.

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Uptown Cigars "Abuja Cigar Club” Launch which held Independence weekend 30th September at the Transcorp Hilton.

In Attendance was an exclusive mix of invite only dignitaries, cigar aficionados, members of the diplomatic community and life style enthusiasts .

It was a night of music , upscale networking , fine dining paired with the finest of whiskey.

This event was hosted by Uptown Cigars in Collaboration with Glenmorangie Whisky , Davidoff Cigars , Play Network and EddieMPR.

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Nasir El-Rufai, Abubakar Sani Bello applaud the Rebranding of Hawthorn Suites By Wyndham

It was a morning of glitz and glamour as the cream of society converged in Abuja to officially open the renovated and rebranded Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham. Located in the serene Area 11 in Garki district, is set to host both tourists and business people seeking comfort and class away from home.

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Muhammed Musa Bello, Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development, Abubakar Bawa Bwari,Governor of Kaduna State and Erstwhile Minister of FCT, Nasir El-Rufai and his Niger state counterpart Mal. Abubakar Sani Bello were all on hand as several dignitaries and eminent Nigerians graced the grand occasion.

Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham is part of Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, an international hotel and resort chain based in the United States. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is the world’s largest and most diverse hotel company, encompassing approximately 9,000 hotels and more than 600,000 rooms in 66 countries under twenty hotel brands. Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Abuja is owned and operated by Shelter Suites & Hotels Ltd, a leading hotel developer and operator in Nigeria.

Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Abuja is a 108 room hotel offering guests single, double and suite accommodations. Complimentary hot buffet breakfast and high-speed wired & wireless internet access, infinity pool, fitness center, guest laundry, meeting spaces for up to 2000 pax and Wednesday evening social hour.

The room features include wet bars, expanded cable television, and upgraded bedding featuring signature sweet suite bedding experience.

Managing Director Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham, Mallam Faruk Aliyu revealed that the luxurious Hotel that has been in existence since 2009 and had embarked on a renovation and re-branding program with a view to being on the cutting edge of the latest hospitality innovations by raising the standard of service delivery and services available at the hotel, with a view to affording guests a taste of five star services at a competitive price.

“We have decided to invest heavily in the renovation project of this Hotel so as to satisfy our valued guests and also create employment opportunities for young Nigerians within the hospitality industry,” he remarked.

He appreciated the Chairman Board of Directors, Hawthorn Suites, Mallam Ibrahim Aliyu for his unwavering support and contributions to the Hotel since 2009.

According to the Minister of FCT, Musa Bello, while giving the keynote address , “Abuja as the capital of one of the most populous nations of the world and one of the fastest growing cities, and is fast becoming the tourist destination for people around the world, it is my belief that having a hotel as Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham in this city would add value to the Nigerian economy and the Federal Capital Territory as a whole particularly in delivering impeccable hospitality services to both local and international visitors”.

Executive Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai who was the Special Guest of Honour at the event, eloquently recounted the good works and contributions of the Chairman, Board of Directors, Hawthorn Suites, Mallam Ibrahim Aliyu to the Nigerian economy as an astute businessman and Real Estate investor who believes in building a system that works.

“I cannot but appreciate the role which the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Hawthorn Suites has played in Nigeria, in my life and in that of other great public servants in Nigeria today.

“He has distinguished himself over the years as a man of honour and integrity, who always has the interest of the people at heart and always seeks to deliver public good”

El-Rufai also pledged to ensure that all Kaduna state delegations to the FCT stay at the hotel whenever they are in Abuja. On his part, the Governor of Niger state Abubakar Sani Bello insisted that he would patronize the hotel but gave a caveat that the management must ensure that such a beautiful edifice is replicated in Niger state. While this thug-of –war may not have caused any ruffled feathers, it appears there may be a clash of ambition over who should benefit more from the hospitality and comfort of Hawthorn Suites.

Giving the vote of thanks, The General Manager Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham, Amine Saadstressed the features of the hotel and the successes it has achieved over the years.

Other dignitaries at the event were Mallam Bashir El-Rufai, Amb. Zubairu Nadada, Representative of Nigeria’s former Head of State Abdulsalami Abubakar, HRH Mallam Muhammadu Awwal Ibrahim, Emir of Suleja, HRH Umar Farouq Bahago, Emir of Minna, amongst others.

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Otunba Azeez Olakunle honoured during Nigeria Goodwill Ambassador Awards 2018

Otunba Olakunle J Azeez, the chairman and managing director of Kaysa Group of Companies and the founder of Fertile Dreams Foundation was honoured by the Nigeria Goodwill Ambassadors in Abuja recently for his humanitarian gesture to the less privilege and his commitment to the development of Nigerian youth.

It was indeed a memorable occasion and a befitting one for this business guru as he was honoured alongside former Vice President of Nigeria and now the People's Democratic Party Presidential Candidate, His Excellency Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, Senator Dino Malaiye ,His Majesty Tom Ateke along with other distinguished Nigerians at Shehu Musa Yaradua Centre in Abuja

An indegene of Lagos State ,South west of Nigeria, Otunba Azeez have an interest in helping the less privilege in the society through his Foundation. He is also a financial expert and an Estate And Property guru.

He is a recipient of various Award and recognition both locally and internationally like Aso Prestigious Award, Oodua Heritage award, lamode MAGAZINE Award, son and daughter of Nigeria award in United States of America among others .

His hobbies includes watching football, adventure and traveling.

He is happily married with 3 kids and his hobbies includes Swimming, Table Tennis and meeting people of great minds

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The countdown to the reopening of popular club and event centre, Lounge 24, in Awka, Anambra state, may have attracted several reactions, as the forthcoming reopening ceremony is anticipated to shut down the city.

The redefined look, brand, style and organisation of Lounge 24 will be unveiled in a heated event holding on the 26th of October, at Lounge 24 Redefined, in Awka, the capital city of Anambra state.

The lauded event will be hosting and guesting popular artists and entertainers from across Nigeria and Africa, with thriller performance and presentations to ensure a very vibrant atmosphere of entertainment.

Amongst the celebrities that will perform at the reopening event of Lounge 24 Redefined, are, Perruzi, DJ TTB, Quincy and a host of others. However, the organisers of the event have promised to ensure a smooth presentation of engaging display, by Awka based artists, exciting art presentations, exclusive musical performance, and above all a coordinated event that will be appreciated by guests.

Therefore, all roads will lead to Lounge 24 Redefined, located at Awka, off old INEC road, on the 26th of October. The lively event will kick off at 10pm without an outbreak of exciting presentations.

According to the organisers, the event will create an enabling atmosphere for the young and old to tangle, socialize and relate in a exciting at ambience of relaxation and fun.

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