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Thoughts and personal opinion will continue to rave on during the heat of electoral process and only an eye with vision can see beneath a writers interest.

As for me and my household, Peter obi is the pillar that can wedge this country from further destruction.

I submit my loyalty to a man with undeniable wealth of knowledge and expertise.

I would love to contest and win a car too oo. Atleast I can ask my uncles and siblings to buy lands cos am sure that will be among the demands.

These are the kind of pageant that should be encouraged in the society.

Pageant showing body parts is turn off for me.
I like educative and entrepreneurship driven pageant like that where one is assure of atleast learning even if you don't win..

Congratulations to the winners, however how can one contests ooo..

On the occasion of the sixty-sixth session of the United Nations commisson on the status of women which is being held in New York, the African Renaissance And Diaspora Network (ARDN) has appointed South African music star Nomcebo  Zikode and media executive Timothy Kublenu Akeju as goodwill ambassadors for the campaign to give a red card to all forms of discrimination and Violence against women and girls.  

The ARDN red card campaign uses the convening powers of sports and cultures to achieve gender equality and the empowerment of women.

It also aims to obtain over 1 million commitments throughout the globe during the upcoming FIFA World Cup in November 2022 in Qatar. The Campaign is within the framework of Pathway to Solutions, a special project spearheaded by ARDN for the United Nations to popularize the sustainable development goals by 2030.


"Pathway to Solutions is an international, multilateral initiative implemented in close collaboration with governments, international organizations, civil society, academia and the private sector", said Dr. Djibril Diallo, President and CEO of ARDN.

"We are honored to welcome Nomcebo and Akeju to ARDN, to further strengthen our efforts in this regard, especially since they both  so dramatically epitomize the notion of African Renaissance while, at the same time, inspiring those of the Diaspora".

Adding “ We’ve got to fight the Apartheid of Gender as forcefully as we fought Apartheid in South Africa.
We aim to see a world where everyone is cherished, regardless of gender, culture, color, language, social origin, birth, property or religion".

Busie Matsiko-Andan, special advisor on private sector development and celebrity outreach to ARDN also expressed enthusiasm for the direction of the red card campaign and its new goodwill ambassadors, Nomcebo Zikode and Akeju who she described as great additions to the campaign.

“Akeju and Nomcebo are in the business of creating impact and transforming lives, I am hopeful  that their addition will continue to raise awareness to this campaign. I am truly happy”, she said.


Nomcebo is the personification of the artistic and cultural richness of Africa so much that her enormous hit track with Master KG titled " Jerusalema" is being heralded as the "Anthem" for Africa. 

The other ambassador, Akeju is the CEO and President of Aflik TV, one of the largest producers and distributors of Nollywood films and African-inspired contents. As a Board Member for New York City Times Square Billboards, Akeju has been instrumental in providing placement on the Billboard for Afrobeats artists.

The two new ambassadors will join many distinguished performers, athletes, and globally recognized leaders who, as goodwill ambassadors for ARDN and the United Nations, are lending their influence, talents and ideas to popularize the sustainable development goals in communities across the globe.

lalasticlala
Mynd44
Seun

https://www.vanguardngr.com/2022/03/african-renaissance-and-diaspora-network-appoints-nomcebo-akeju-as-ambassadors/amp/

Great one. African women on the global map deserved to be celebrated. Well done Mrs Chinwe for putting this project up

Popular Tanzania music star Nasibu Abdul Juma Issack popularly known as Diamond Platnumz has released his long awaited EP titled, 'first of All' (FOA).


Produced and Mastered by Renowned producers: Kriz Beats, Blaizer, S2kizzy, Lizer Classic, Suga Vybs and Nusder Venom. The ten track list features songs from different genres including Afrobeats, Bongo Fleva, Afropop, Amapiano, Zouk and Soukus.


The compiled melodious masterpieces follows a succession of recent hit tracks dropped by the A-list singer ahead of the official release of his studio album later this year.

Speaking about the project, the artist's record label member and head of digital department, Kim Kayndo lauded his efforts to put through a compilation of songs that cuts across various genres stressing that it will make huge impact on the global music scene.

"Diamond Platnumz offers an East, West and South African collaborations featuring Adekunle Gold, Focalistic, Zuchu, Mbosso, Jaywillz, Pabi Cooper and Costa Titch", he said.

"It’s a non-skippable Extended Play (EP). It consists of melodic, lyrics, dancing and heart felt music that soothing your soul and get you to the right mood. It's definitely one that will make great impact across the globe."

Also reacting to the music project, Akeju Abass, a media director at Prime Music Partners extolled the artist while also labelling the EP as "a reflection of African diversity and uniqueness".


The EP tracks are listed in no particularly order, below:

Melody Diamnd Platnumz ft JaywillzSomebody Diamond PlatnumzFine – Diamond PlatnumzMtasubiri – Diamond Platnumz ft ZuchuSona – Diamond Platnumz ft Adekunle Gold Loyal – Diamond PlatnumzWonder – Diamond PlatnumzNawaza – Diamond PlatnumzOka – Diamond Platnumz ft MbossoFresh – Diamond Platnumz ft Focalistic, Pabi Cooper & Costa Titch


https://www.vanguardngr.com/2022/03/diamond-platnumz-releases-new-ep-first-of-all/amp/

Ezigbo Nwanem.. Ada ibo be anyi..May you never lack.
May everyone who contributed to the success of this project tap from it in no small way. May God reward you Nwa oma

Ghanaian-American philanthropist turned beauty queen, Dr Ellen Osei James continues to bring hope to women, youths, families and less privileged through her charity projects in Africa and beyond.

The mother of four who was crowned at the Mrs New Jersey America 2021 pageant has also launched a program, the Super Role Models, to support and encourage mothers to exercise their family responsibilities diligently and assume leadership positions, while reclaiming their beauty.

On the move to set up the platform, the beauty queen and mental health therapist, said:" The idea behind Super Role Models is to support aspiring leaders and entrepreneurs facing mental and physical health challenges to identify their inner power and beauty, discover their passion, and develop a greater societal purpose."

Ellen is a Co-Founder of Raising HOPE, a non-profit organization that has provided resources that enhance quality of life for orphans and families in USA, Ghana, Nigeria, Bahamas, Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Canada to date.

Adding on the passion to engage in community development and humanitarian activities, the Master of Science degree holder in occupational therapy from Columbia University, NY, and Doctorate of Movement Science also from Columbia University, said: "I have a strong passion to support individuals in obtaining optimal quality of life in all areas of functioning.

"I also try to use my life as a template to inspire other women and moms to rewrite their story and follow their dreams despite the challenges of life and motherhood and redefine what it means to be beautiful".

Dr James says that her greatest accomplishments to date is having two babies and defending her doctoral dissertation in less than two years, competing and winning the title of Mrs New Jersey America just four weeks after giving birth, and competing at Mrs America 10 weeks postpartum.

Akeju, a director at Prime Music Partners and Aflik, who's currently working on her educational project (Dr Ellie's theraPLAY), commended her for devoting most of her life to charity work.

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Mynd44
Seun

http://modelsnaija.com/ellen-osei-james-us-based-ghanaian-beauty-queen-philanthropist-impacting-lives-on-a-global-level/

Congratulations young man

Who is she? Which movie has she produced.

She looks pretty though

Congrats.. Now go make Nigeria proud

Congrats handsome man

Congrats congrats.
It's always an inspiration to see young people win in every sphere of life. Truly inspiring

They will act all nice till you find out the price for registration and its huge.

In most developed countries you can acquire knowledge even without paying since there's govenment insurance task that can be paid in installation.


Anyways all the best

After the huge success from the first show, Ghanaian CEO, entrepreneur and Hollywood actor Derrick Ashong has been influenced to host another edition of 'Take Back The Mic' (TBTM).The well packed entertaining show allows consumers, who are the actual curators of culture, to determine what's "Hot" by measuring and rewarding their engagement with content from other up-and-coming artists, rappers and actors-something no other platform does today.

The winners from the last episode includes: the Nigerian MC, Fecko, and Rwandan graffiti artist, Muntu621, and filmmaker ChiChi Nwoko of Nigeria.

According to the founder, A-list actor and innovator, Derrick Ashong who also doubles as CEO AMP Global Technologies, noted that the success from the first edition fueled the passion to organise a second season.

"We are determined and committed to help entertainers from Africa connect with the Global world. TBTM launching impacted many lives. The encouraging comments and successful reception from fans motivated us to host another one", he said.

Mr Ashong added that the registration for the second edition is currently on-going and closing on Sunday, 29th August, 2021, 11pm GMT. He stressed the need for content creators across Africa to download the "Take back the mic app" and register as this year's edition promise to be totally amazing with extra benefits for the winners.

Us-based music director and founder Aflik Tv, Mr Akeju revealed his excitement partnering with the brand while also making promises to promote the show across digital platforms.

lalasticala
Mynd44
Seun

https://www.vanguardngr.com/2021/08/hollywood-actor-derrick-ashong-to-host-second-edition-of-take-back-the-mic/amp/

bobman22:
I really love this guy.
I hope to work with him, he just exudes this class without drama.
The kind of wealth I want to have. No public stunt, just make my money and be on lowkey

Don't wish to be anyone else than yourself.
I see you battle with low self esteem.
It's OK to be poor and focused. Real up his story and you will see he also has some rag to fame background.

Also don't blame people for flaunting their wealth. I know you all tribalist from the west are still hitting on Cubana style


Let me coach you, business strive on format. For people in entertainment and showbiz they need showoff to get attention which Cubana and e-money are doing.

Appreciate people but don't try to ride on others who do different thing from your supposed role model

unofficialmadman:
Discrimination against blacks and Africans is a long, aged problem that the UN has failed to properly addressed.

Exactly.. Whites always feel we Africans are not enough or can't do much which is not true.

Eg, in the entertainment industry, blacks dominate and if allowed too blacks can dominate the pageant world too. This is certain and that's why the whites are often afraid.


We will continue to strive and make our presence known on the global level

modelssphere:
Seconded.. If Buhari has to leave for models to get recognised, we don't mind. After all Bandits in North are fighting for their own cut so why can't models fight to get recognized

Hehehehe

That man is the problem of everything I swear

So if they don't change what will now happen.
Nigerians are funny. See me see wahala, with my money now I still have to choose models to satisfy some certain set of people who feels its models duty to always dun a Bilboard..Odimma

holyman101:
The sons of Oduduwa always making the nation proud

Esiri is a popular name for people From Delta... I don't know where you get the idea that he may be from South West

unofficialmadman:
Am still wondering if the pageant is for only igbos cos all the names there are mostly people from South East so am not surprised they have an igbo winner

Igbos are talented. You can't just compare and we always have our way of winning. Show some respect

The president, Beauty of Africa International pageant, Engr Daniel Opuene has been bestowed with an excellence award by the Bayelsa state government, in recognition of his contribution to the development of tourism and entertainment in the state.

The award was presented to him on Friday, 11th June 2021 during a courtesy visit to the government house with the contestants of the 14th edition of the prestigious pageant.

Daniel has emerged strongly, as one of the true sons of the soil who have devoted their time in building lasting legacy and creating room for cultural development through entertainment.

His organisation has made headway as the leading beauty pageant competition in Nigeria and largely across Africa. A worthy perfectionist who places not his interest first, but the general progression of the crowned queens who have mostly gone on to become role models for youths around Africa.

While giving his speech, the Bayelsa state governor, Sen. Douye Diri commend Engr Daniel for his devotedness and further described him as 'a great leader'.

"The people of Ijaw is proud of you. You are a peace maker who have dedicated his time and efforts in the development of tourism and entertainment in the state", he said.

The governor added that the state is ready to partner with him to develop the state owned Tourist sites while also opening doors for other private and foreign investors to join.

On his part, Daniel expressed his excitement while also thanking the governor for such honour, stressing that he will remain resolute in the quest for tourism and entertainment development within the state.

"First, I would like to appreciate the governor for all the project he has accomplished in the state. I believe everyone has seen the wonderful infrastructures around major areas since his government got into office. We appreciate you sir."

"Also, for this award, I can't express how deeply grateful I feel at the moment. Thank you sir. Bayelsa is our own, we must build it to a great level so the next generation will cherish it and be sufficiently grateful for being an indigene", he concluded.

Some of the dignitaries present at the occasion includes: the Deputy governor of Bayelsa state, Sen. Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, Professor Steve Azaiki OON, member Federal house of representative, representing, Yenagoa, Kolokuma, Opokuma Federal Constituency, Dr. Iti Orugbani, Hon. Commissioner for culture and Tourism development, Bayelsa State, and other top government functionaries.

Also, members of the pageant team includes the Current Beauty of International 2021 Winner, from Namibia, Erika Kazombaruru. The outgoing Beauty of Africa International 2019, Cindy Isendi from Kenya. Miss Precious Obisoso, the Beauty of Africa International Nigeria 2020 Winner and outgoing Queen, Miss Joy Ebhodaghe, Miss Globe Nigeria 2020, Miss Eva Obianulu, Miss Tourism International Nigeria and the Beauty of Africa International Pageant (Baip)2021 Delegates.

https://www.vanguardngr.com/2021/07/baip-president-daniel-opuene-bags-excellence-award-from-bayelsa-govt/amp/

What a night

The first runner up is my spec. Man is so cute

Its been an absolutely amazing year for Tanzania's Sensational recording artiste Nasibu Abdul Juma Issack, known by his stage name Diamond Platnumz as his recent hit single, Kamata, got featured on international billboards including popular New York's Times Square, LA billboard, Connecticut, New Jersey and also on Amazon store.


The artist got his fans on the edge of their seats with the new hit party thriller. “Kamata“ is rated as one of the new street songs causing stir and leaving people in awe of its wordsmith powers.

Diamond's efforts in the music industry has seen him nominated for various awards including the recent BET nomination for the best international act alongside other African heavyweight singers like Wizkid and Burnaboy.

Despite narrowly missing the award to Nigerian Afrobeat singer Burna Boy, the kamwambie crooner made sure he grabbed attention with his unique outfit for the Awards Gala.

Many who showed up at the awards were rocking designer clothes and suits but he instead, opted for a classic African attire to represent his Swahili Nation and it was indeed stunning.

Reacting to the news of the Bilboard placement and global awareness generated by the new song, Kim Kayndo, Head of Digital Department at the artiste's record label, WCB Wasafi, said: "Am not entirely surprised with the buzz the song has generated since its release. Diamond has over the years nortured his talent well, producing some of the best songs. This is just another prove of his rare talent and am glad with the success it has enjoyed within this short period".

Mr Akeju, a director at Prime Music Partners who alongside his team, delivered the distribution on the Bilboards, noted : " We are glad to have partnered with Diamond on this project. He is a legend not just in Africa but globally. We are celebrating his success now and hoping to see more as he continues to inspire us with his creativity".

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Mynd44

https://www.vanguardngr.com/2021/07/kamata-diamond-platnumzs-new-song-featured-on-new-york-times-square-bilboard/?amp=1

Nice one.. Silent money man

unofficialmadman:
Preach from now till ever, girls will still sleep with men for money. It's just natural and not looking like it will be changed anytime soon

Not all women are so cheap to depend on a man for survival.. Please grow up and let behind this old thought.

Samsonmike22:
Igbo Amaka. In my next world I will still be an igbo.

Beauty we get
Brain we get
Wife material we ger
Unity we get
Everything in our tribe

You can say that again.. Igbos are always winning

Samsonmike22:
Great guy but why is he not married yet?

How can I reach him.. Maybe he will want to propose

Nice one.. Good project

Samsonmike22:
Igbo Amaka..

Marry an igbo girl and you are Gauranteed peace of mind.
Hard working, beautiful and homely.

lalasticala ftp

You can say that again.

You can never see an ugly igbo girl.
Never, I repeat never!

Wish him all the best.

Since she's igbo and the guy is yoruba, I hope this settles all the whole tribal beef here on NL.

lalasticala
Mynd44

My crush. Love guys with dreads