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Air Poppers, A Leading Event Decor, Balloon Specialist Company Unveils Abuja Office Amidst Cheers

The number one brand in event decoration and design in Nigeria, Air Poppers on Sunday officially unveiled its Abuja corporate office amidst pop and pageantry in an effort to serve the residents of the nation's capital and its environs better.

Speaking at the event, the CEO Air Poppers, Mrs. Chioma Diffa said the organization is an unbeatable brand when it comes to giving events a topnotch befitting decoration that suits the moment, quality of personalities and season.

The brand new office is strategically situated at the popular Valencia Hotel, Blantyre Street Wuse 2 Abuja.

The event witnessed the presence of top business executives, entertainment entrepreneurs and Nollywood stars

The excited guests were treated to real African hospitality as new grounds have been broken for business.

Mrs. Diffa further said Air Poppers also stands tall in the supply of assorted brands, colours and sizes of balloon, gifts, flowers and helium bouquet to clients.

She assured clients and partners that Air Poppers has in increased capacity to serve them better especially with its readiness to fly to any part of the nation.

"Air Poppers sure has your back when it comes to giving that special event a wow decorative touch" she stated.

The organisation is also urging residents of Abuja to take advantage of its discounted offer to give their events a memorable packaging.

Earlier in his opening remark, a former National Assembly member for Bayelsa West Senatorial District, Sen Emmanuel W. T Diffa applauded the business initiative.

The former lawmaker who is father-in-law to the CEO, Mrs. Chioma Diffa said there is need to commit the initiative to God for proper guidance, urging her to put God at the forefront in all that she does.


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Dame Amaechi, Mike Ozekhome, Prof. Ado Tenebe, Ini Ememobong, Others Win Big At Stakeholders Summit On Social Justice.

.... _Addresses issues of inequality, human right, Youth Participation in Politics_

Wife of the Minister for Transportation and former First Lady of Rivers State, Dame Judith Chibuike Amaechi, renowned legal practitioner and human rights lawyer, Chief Mike Ozekhome SAN and other eminent Nigerians have been honoured with awards of excellence at the just concluded stakeholders summit on social justice in Abuja.

The event organised by Drum Majors For Peace in partnership with Earthspring International was part of activities to mark the 2022 World Day of Justice.

The summit which brought together leaders of thought, politicians, law enforcement agencies, civil society organisations, Non Governmental Organisations, faith-based organisations (FBOs) and the media seeks to promote advocacy for culture of human rights tolerance and responsible freedom in the society.

Panelists also highlighted some of the most critical social justice issues in the society with a call on everyone to stand up and contribute a part in changing the social justice narrative in society and the world at large.

Speaking at the event at Sheraton Hotels Abuja, the Executive Director, Drum Majors for Peace, Amb. Nsikan Paul noted that the summit is a veritable platform to galvanize support for the promotion of sustainable development goals (SDGs) especially goal 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions).

According to Paul, it is one of the platforms to mobilise stakeholders for policy formulation that addresses various issues of inequality, poverty, human right abuses, professionalism and adherence to rule of law and gender balancing in governance, amongst others.

He appealed to stakeholders to do more in complementing the efforts of Government and other relevant agencies in promoting social justice.

Amb. Paul also remarked that the summit which was held along with award ceremony seeks to recognize selfless service among Nigerians especially in promotion of social justice as well as encouraging those who have raised the bar of social justice, women and youth participation in politics, good governance and inclusiveness.

He said the awardees were carefully selected based on merit and their outstanding record of service to the nation.

In her remarks, one of the awardees and special guest, Dame Judith Chibuike Amaechi expressed gratitude to the organisers of the event which she said is a robust avenue to sensitise the general public on the need to speak up and speak out against injustices.

According to the Rivers former First Lady, the summit creates room for the continuous social engagement with the Social Justice gate-keepers to make the society more liveable.

Dame Judith Amaechi who bagged Peace and Humanitarian Service award expressed gratitude that her modest contributions to raise the bar of inclusiveness, improved living standard and welfare of the girl child is being acknowledged.

In his remarks Rev. Joseph Hayab said "We at Global Peace Foundation Nigeria preach that all humans are members of One Family Under God therefore our message is a call to Social justice where everyone deserves equal economic, political, and social rights and opportunities as members of the family, community, state, and the nation at large.

We must see and treat each other as one and equal.

We encourage our Youths to respect those who are their seniors and also those who are holding any office of responsibility but we must acknowledge that everyone whether he or she is big it small, male or female, black or white is special, unique, and important in building a peaceful and sustainable society.
His rights and privileges should be given to him."

Chief Mike Ozekhome SAN bagged Voice of Social Justice award

Others who were honoured include Dr. Abdulrazaq Abubakar Garba who bagged Excellent Leadership Award, Hon. Isaac David GCO, (Sarkin Samaritan Abuja), Okokoro Ejiro-oghene as Queen of Peace International, Dr. Sulaiman Adejoh, the National President Messengers of Peace, ACG Abubakar Mohammed Gombe as Icon Of Peace And Excellent Leadership and Hon. Iyom Nikky Ejezie as Peace and Humanitarian Service Awardee.

Others awardees include, for Excellent Leadership, Dr. Tommy Etim Okon for Peace and Humanitarian Service, HRM Dr. Amb. Halimat Adenike Tejuosho, for Humanitarian Service, Alex Nwankwo (AlexReports) PR Expert / Media Consultant for Youth prize for peace and social cohesion, Comrade Christopher Udoh for Youth Prize For Excellent Leadership and Dr. Chris Oko Odey for Peace Service Award.

Also in the list of those honoured include, Amb. Okama Ekpe Brook, Founder & President ACHA and REV. JOHN Joseph Hayab, President, Global Peace Foundation.

The summit was well attended by dignitaries from various works of life including The Honourable Commissioner Federal Character Commission Representing Akwa Ibom State, Obongawan Dorah Ebong, The High Commissioner/Ambassador to Jamaica, Belize, Dominica Republic & Haiti Her Excellency Maureen P. Tamuno Ph.D

Members of the panel at the social justice summit include, High Chief Peter Ameh, the National Secretary, Coalition of United Political Parties CUPP, Amb. Austin Peacemaker, ECOWAS Youth Ambassador and COMR. Solomon Adodo, the President, National Youth Council of Nigeria.

Other panelists include, activist Amina Elias Danjuma, Comrade (Barr.) Ini Ememobong, the Commissioner For Information and Strategy, Akwa Ibom State, David Agu Esq., Partner Ojoge, Omileye & Partners, Michael Edem-Duke, President, Citizen Journalists Network (CJN) and Dr. Henry Debem, President/Founder, The G-ROLE AFRICA.


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Former First Lady Of Bayelsa Mrs. Uduak Alayingi Sylva honored as a VIP WOMAN OF IMPACT

Her Excellency, Mrs. Uduak Alayingi Sylva, Former First Lady of Bayelsa & wife of the Honourable Minister of State for Petroleum, H.E. Chief Timipre Sylva, is being honored as a VIP WOMAN OF IMPACT by the VIP magazine media team headed by its Publisher, Talabi Taiwo O. Michael.

The VIP magazine in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs raised spotlights on women of valor who have made impactful contributions to our society at the VIP 100+1 WOMEN OF IMPACT AWARD ceremony @Transcorp Hilton Abuja held on the 7th December 2021. The occasion was classified as one of the most successful events of the year with a rich attendance of amazing women across all sectors in Nigeria.

An experienced health coach and development facilitator, Mrs. Alanyingi Sylva has a passion for discovering and developing the potential of disadvantaged children. Among the beneficiaries of her ONE MOTHER, ONE CHILD INITIATIVE are first-class students at the University of Maiduguri among others.

Apart from carrying out the first Rural health care/Breast and Cervical Cancer Awareness campaign which educated and screened over 15,000 women across the Niger Delta of breast and cervical cancer, Mrs. Alayingi has contributed immensely to improving the wellbeing of women and young adults through her commitment to promoting women and girls in STEM education.

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Senator representing Bayelsa West Senatorial District, Sen. Henry Seriake Dickson has been honoured with an award of excellence for his selfless support towards the development of Yenagoa Polo club in Bayelsa State.

The award was conferred in him by Port Harcourt Polo Club at its 50th anniversary celebration which took place in the city of Port Harcourt recently.

The event also witnessed a polo exhibition match between Rivers and Bayelsa State.

Sen. Dickson who is also the immediate past governor of Bayelsa State was at the event represented by the Vice President of Yenagoa Polo Club, Tupele-Ebi Diffa.

Also present at the ceremony was the governor of Bayelsa State, Sen. Douye Diri who was represented by the Commissioner for Sports.

Recall that former governor Dickson had through his restoration movement in Bayelsa State initiated, completed and commissioned the Bayelsa Polo Club on February 10, 2020.

While receiving the award through his representative, Tupele-Ebi Diffa, former Governor Seriake Dickson expressed gratitude to the Port Harcourt Polo Club for the honour.

He urged the club to continue to support, partner and provide leadership to the Yenagoa City Polo Club.

The lawmaker also called on citizens and corporate organisations, especially oil majors to support Yenagoa Polo Club.

According to Sen. Dickson, Polo is for very senior citizens around the world, adding that it is a very serious business as well.

"Our dream of bringing the world to Bayelsa, and taking Yenagoa to the world is gradually coming into fruition especially with the creation of Bayelsa international airport" he added.


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Hon. Obidike Chukwuebuka has shown preparedness to become the All Progressives Congress National Youth Leader.

Obidike has promised to employ strong powers of negotiation, interpersonal communication skills, and unprecedented network with top-national, state and local-level stakeholders to champion the inclusion of youths in the leadership of Nigeria if elected the APC National Youth Leader.

The outspoken young man from Nnewi-north local government area of Anambra state, disclosed this on his facebook handle.

Obidike has been an advocate of youth’s inclusiveness in politics. Recall that Obidike had in Daura, Kastina state, during the turbaning ceremony of Rt Hon. Rotimi Amaechi, the Honorable Minister of Transportation as the ‘Dan Amanar Daura’ (Trusted Son of Daura Emirate) by the Emir of Daura, HRH Faruk Umar Faruk averred that he would facilitate five million youths grassroot membership in APC.

However, supporting youths participation in politics, Obidike said he would provide them with the enabling platforms under his great party, APC to contest and win elections, through unwavering all-round support.



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Stakeholders of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) of Abagana Ward 1 in Njikoka Local Government Council of Anambra State during the weekend endorsed Engr. Ifeanyi Aniagoh to fly the party’s ticket for Njikoka ll State constituency for the 2023 general elections.

The party leaders expressed their willingness and total support to Engr. Aniagoh who is the Director-General of Anambra State Digital Entrepreneurship Office.

Engr. Ifeanyi Aniagoh received the endorsement at a special meeting of the Ward Executives and Stakeholders at his Ifeadinmesi Residence in Abagana where he expressed his readiness to represent the good people of Njikoka II Constituency, covering Abagana, Abba and Nimo towns.

Stakeholders who spoke after the declaration told our reporters that Engr. Ifeanyi Aniagoh is known for experience and excellence, they described him as a young man who at tender age started making impacts in his community through good governance, advocacy and community development.

Aniagoh is a young man with over 11 years experience in government administration who rose from being Personal Assistant to the Local Government Chairman to becoming an Executive Assistant to the Governor of Anambra State. He later got promoted to Senior Special Assistant to the Governor and now he is the Director-General of Anambra State Digital Entrepreneurship Office.

The stakeholders and party executives are optimistic that Engr. Aniagoh is the best candidate to fly APGA ticket. They all testified that effective representation will not elude Njikoka ll constituency if their son fondly called the Digi-Priest gets to the State House of Assembly.

They encouraged all well meaning members of Njikoka ll constituency and beyond to support their illustrious son as he is a staunch party faithful who is committed to quality representation of Umuowelle.


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Ex-Beauty Queen, Financial Expert & Philanthropist Queen Irene Onwuka Marks Birthday With Stunning Photos

Ex-Miss Ambassador for Peace(MAFP)2013, Queen Irene Onwuka has celebrated her birthday amidst gratitude while recalling her life journey so far.

She also released a number of stunning images which has since set the internet buzzing.

Queen Onwuka who won her beauty pageant at age of 21 on a social media post on Saturday recalled how people queried her real age on the account that she looked more mature than her real age.

According to her, at the age of 19, she had a big vision, thinking and acting like 30 years and above.

"When I graduated from the university, I had a different mindset, carried myself differently, I had a big vision, I knew at 19 to do big things I’d have to level up to fit into the Society, I had the mindset of a 30 year old in a body of a 19 years girl starting life" she said.

The author and children advocate while recollecting how fans used to argue about her real age on popular blog sites added that the good aspect of it was that it helped her in business.

She revealed that her confidence and boldness even at young age exposed her to the high and mighty in the world of business where she stood tall to negotiate and brought in deals.

"Irene the boss lady, irene the thick skin lady, irene the no Nonsense lady, irene the small girl with big God, the Power in me stood me out in front of Big companies, People in high places to speak or negotiate for business and I got them, hence my confidence in business, I became friends with high and mighty people in Govt because of my BOLDNESS, CHARISMA , ELEGANCE, PERSONALITY, and that really gave me a respectable personality, people never used my young age to judge my capabilities or my work ethics" she added.

The founder Queen Irene Onwuka Peace Foundation (QIOP) had in recent years embarked on child advocacy engagements tagged National Children Peace Concert which she usually holds in the FCT to mark the May 27 Children's Day.

The Foundation, which is her humanitarian initiative seeks to use this outreach to preach the message of peaceful co-existence among Nigerians through children, as part of its ‘Peace Education Campaign’.

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United Nations Youth Advocate Dr. Utchay Odims to speak at social justice summit in Abuja

United Nations Ambassador, Utchay Odims has been appointed as a panelist/discussant at a stakeholders' summit on social justice where he is expected to share his knowledge along with others on ways and modalities to deeply entrench an effective system to bring about social justice in the country.

The event which has as the theme, "The International Approach To Nation Building and Sustainable Peace" is part of activities to commemorate the 2022 World Day of Justice on Thursday, February 17, 2022.

Venue for this event is Ladi Kwali International Conference Hall Sheraton Hotels, Abuja Nigeria while time is 11am.

Participants are also encouraged to nominate award recipients by visiting www.socialjusticesummit.org/award-nomination

Dr. Odims, African award-winning life coach and Co-GIA Africa Foundation has remained a loud voice for fair environment and atmosphere for youth development.

He is also vocal in matters of youth inclusion in the political arena.

He ushered in the new year with the marking of his birthday on Saturday, January 1, 2022 when friends and associates took to both mainstream and social media to identify with him and appreciate his roles in ensuring the development of young people in the society through meaningful engagements.

One of those well wishers was the MD/CEO Amity Global Network, Alex Nwankwo who eulogised the motivational speaker for being at the forefront of emancipation of youths from economic depravity for maximum utilization in efforts to build the continent.

Mr. Nwankwo extolled Amb. Odims for his humility and kindness as well as the demonstration of his concern for the deployment of humongous human resources the youths in Nigeria and Africa wield.

The stakeholders summit on social justice is one of the platforms where he has lent his voice for a more egalitarian and liveable society for all devoid of oppression, suppression and deliberate subjugation and depravity.


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Necessitated by the growing out-of-school children in the North, particularly the girl child over security related issues, a non-governmental organisation, The Juli Education Foundation, T-JEF has set out to grant access to education for 1,000 girls in the region.

The group decried that parents are massively withdrawing their children from school due to the increasing incidents of abduction and kidnapping majorly targetted at the girl child.

In a release on Tuesday signed by the founder T-JEF, Ogiator Joy, she said the foundation has introduced Project Girl Child 2022 as a pilot scheme to bridge the widening educational gap being created by the escalating security concerns in the North.

Ogiator expressed dissatisfaction that the increasing rate of out-of-school girls has equally led to a burgeoning figure of early marriages which she said has grave health implications on the girl child.

Ogiator while further noting that the situation in Afghanistan where the Taliban has seized government is a worrisome one with little or no chances of the girl child acquiring education since it is forbidden under the Taliban doctrine, she explained that the situation in Sub-Sahara Africa, particularly in Nigeria is not different as the chances of the girl child to attend formal education grows slimmer by the day because of security challenges.

This she said is pitiful as several advocacy campaigns channelled towards increasing the girl child enrollment in school over the years has amounted to wasted effort, adding that the implications are devastating to the development of girl child.

She said, "Statistics shows that of the 10.5 million out of school children in Nigeria, more than half are girls - the highest in the world. Further research carried out noted that most girls in Northern Nigeria who were enrolled in school at an early age like their counterparts in other parts of the world are likely to drop out before they complete their primary education. Vices such as poverty, gender inequality, religion and traditional influences, early marriage, parent illiteracy and social exclusion have continued to plague the process of educating the girl child.

"Although there have been tremendous progress in the fight to ensure more girls are enrolled in schools, the effects have been slow especially with the continuous stereotypes and gender norms that define the female gender in the region. The nature of girl child education as we have it could also be traced to the exclusion of women from decision making processes and community involvements, which therefore means that a lot of women have no control over many areas of their lives even at adulthood."

Ogiator therefore called for equal representation in every strata of decision making processes as a deliberate effort to bridge the gap between male and female attendants at school.

According to her, when there are more women in positions of power who are able to influence decisions that affect girls, the outcomes will be different and better.

"Furthermore, if girl child education is to be achieved, safe spaces and security needs to be provided for girls. Last year, my organization, the Juli Education Foundation (JEF) spoke to many parents to enquire why their girls were prevented from going to school.

"More than half of them cited distance of the school from the village, which further ensured that these girls were exposed to dangers on the way to and from school, why some further disclosed to us that male teachers were fond of molesting these girls" she added.


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