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*Deputy Speaker, Wase, Minister of State for FCT, Ramatu Aliyu, Kashifu Inuwa, Others Shine As Northern Nigeria Peace Awards 2022 Holds*


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Eminent leaders from Northern Nigeria were on Thursday 31st March decorated with awards of recognition at the 2022 edition of Northern Nigeria Peace Awards.

Among eminent sons and daughters of the Northern region who have left an indelible mark in the service of the people in their respective endeavors who were honoured at the ceremony include, Deputy Speaker of House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Idris Wase, Minister of State for FCT, Dr. Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu, an aide to President Muhammadu Buhari Hon Ahmed Bashir, Hon Gambo Manzo, Jamil Sadauki, Abdullahi Bashir Haske, Barr Justin Ishaya Dodo, Hon Abdullahi Shuaibu Maje, Dr Abubakar Umar Shattima and others.

The event organised by Peace Ambassador Agency Worldwide took place at Sheraton Hotels Abuja.

The Project Director Africa Peace Ambassadors Agency Worldwide, Amb. Kingsley Amafibe said the award seeks to highlight so many good things going on in the North aside the security challenges in the region.

He expressed regret that despite frantic efforts being made by leaders in the region, attention has remained in the dark spots, noting that the award was aimed at making them feel appropriated for their work.

According to Amafibe the awardees were carefully selected by based on the criteria set by the selection committee.

Also conferred with the Peace Award include, Aisha Yusuf Ishaku who bagged Northern Nigeria Most Creative Personality of the Year, Kashifu Inuwa CCIE, DG National Information Technology Development Agency who was conferred with Northern Nigeria Man of the Year for Technological Advancement, Hon Yazeed Shehu Dan Fulani who bagged Northern Nigeria Industrialist and Community Development award, and Hajiya Umma Adamu Sani, Northern Nigeria Emerging Real Estate Developer of the year.

Others include, Mohammed Garba Gololo, Alhaji Murtala Abdulkadir Dan'iya, Tukur Tukur Burutai, Adamu Atiku Abubakar, Hon Prof Steve, Amb Aisha Abdulkadir, Dr Muhammed Dahiru, Nafeessah Abubakar Sidi, Hon aminu sulaiman Goro, Munira sulaiman Tanimu and Amb Tolu Adesanmi.

The rest include, Dangana Haruna Ibrahim, Dr Dauda Lawal, Hon Bello Muazu (Walin Kware ) and Engr Alhaji Mustapha Gubio Fnse.
The Peace Ambassador Agency Worldwide call for Peaceful coexistence in Nigeria, Africa and the Global communities.

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KUDOS: Winner Of Most Beautiful Girl In Abuja, Receives Her Star Prize of A Car

The 24-year-old winner of the 2021 edition of Most Beautiful Girl In Abuja, MBGA Pageant, Queen Comfort Mark Iraya has walked home with the star prize of a brand new car.

The Okpela, Edo State born queen was at the weekend presented with the car by the MD/CEO Dolce Entertainment, Hon. Ejiro Okpihwo, the organiser of the Pageant show.

Queen Iraya who could not hold her joy expressed gratitude to the organisation for the platform offered her to showcase her talents.

She pledged to reign peacefully and become a good ambassador of the organization.

Hon. Ejiro in his remarks said the organization has been very consistent with giving its star prize to winners of the annual contest which started since 2001.

He said Dolce Entertainment has remained faithful in fulfilling its promises to winners since the inception of the contest 21 years ago, pledging to continue to protect the integrity of the organization.

At the Grand Finale of the contest which took place at Sheraton Hotels Abuja, Miss Lilian Obodo also emerged the first runner up as Most Beautiful Girl in Abuja.

Also, Miss Tiara D. Damilola grabbed Most Beautiful Girl in Abuja Advocate with her second runner up position.

Others who smiled home include Miss Princess Gambo who emerged as Most Beautiful Girl in Abuja Ambassador 2021, Miss Promise Ogah who is now the Most Beautiful Girl in Abuja Model and Miss Lois Christian who grabbed the coveted position of Face of Dolce Entertainment Ltd 2021.
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Eight Years After, Abuja Body of Comedians Set For Election, Withdrawals Rock Exercise As Strong Contender Remains Unopposed



After eight years of his extended tenure, Dr Ayuba may soon hand over the presidency of Abuja Body of Comedians, ABC to an elected official as efforts are at top gear to organise a credible election in coming weeks.

Dr. Ayuba is reputed to have brought stability in the Abuja Body of Comedians in the past eight years by fostering unity and harmony.

This is seen in the number of top comedians to come out to support each other at their various events with or without financial commitment from the host colleague.

This comes as some contenders are announcing their withdrawal from the race, citing conspiracy, hate and betrayal that have allegedly enveloped the atmosphere.

Ghana-must-go who had recently stepped down said even though he has all what it takes to take ABC to greater heights, he would not go ahead with the race as president of the body.

However, a top contender for presidency of the body, Onome De Saint may not have a bumpy ride to clinch to the top position in the ABC as he appears not to to have a strong opposing force.

The battle may have shifted to office of the vice president of the body as three top contenders, Amb. Wahala, CriSnow and Nick B will test their popularity at the upcoming election.

Rumours have it that Nick B may withdraw from the race though our correspondent cannot independently verify this.

Also, MC Steve also is a top contender who appears not to have a strong opposition for position of Assistant Secretary of ABC.

Asawana was was vying for the Secretary, had earlier announced his withdrawal from the race though no reason was given.

The industry has in recent times witnessed mass entry of new members.

This is attributable to membership drive embarked upon by the leadership of Dr. Ayuba, a veteran MC and comedian who has done well in the industry.

His target is to reposition Abuja entertainment industry through the enhancement of unity and oneness among practitioners to compete with Lagos which has a larger market.

The new impact being made by Abuja entertainers has also made them to be on high demand in Lagos shows, unlike before when they could not attract such recognition.

Abuja comedians have however attracted criticisms for not making adequate preparations in terms of attracting willing partners and sponsors, adequate publicity and enough notice to guests before hosting events.

This is attributable to why some events in Abuja are greeted with lots of empty seats.

It is hoped that the new administration will put this into consideration in its agenda.

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Buhari Most Hit By Fake News — Mamuzee Twins


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The singing duo Mamuzee Twins have said President Muhammadu Buhari is the most hit by the spread of fake news in the country.

Andos and Akpos said the claim that President Muhammadu Buhari is cloned by one Jubril from Sudan is the height of fake news which they say can traumatize the President's wife and his children.

The twins had recently launched a campaign against fake news with the hashtag, Say No To Fake News.

They also called for adequate sanctions against purveyors of fake news to serve as deterrence to intending offenders, saying fake news is not restricted by status or boundary.

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Amidst Cheers, APC Convention: Prince Olatunbosun Obtains Form For National Youth Leader

A chieftain of ruling All Progressives Congress, APC Prince Ishola Abiodun Olatunbosun has made real his readiness to clinch the position of the National Youth Leader of the party as he obtains his form at the party's national secretariat on Friday.

This came amidst cheers and jubilation among his supporters.

Prince Olatunbosun who was a member of the recently constituted Committee for FCT polls where he ensured victory for APC Chairmanship candidate in Gwagwalada Area Council has since expression of interest continued to receive series of endorsements from youth groups within the party.

Earlier, a youth group group within the party, National Youth Network has endorsed him as the national youth leader of the APC.

According to the group, this endorsement follows a careful observation of the activities of Prince Olatunbosun as well as due consideration of his antecedents as a stalwart of the party where he has for years made valuable contributions in building the youth community in APC.

The endorsement letter signed by the National Coordinator of APC National Youth Network, Amb. Salahudeen Shuaibu also noted that Prince Olatunbosun is its sole candidate for APC National Youth Leader ahead of its March 26 convention.

The party on Friday vacated an order of the court stopping it from holding the convention.

This came after a crisis that threatened to mar the convention following the purported removal of it Chairman Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee and the governor of Yobe State, Mai Mala Buni.

The INEC however failed to accord recognition to Gov. Sani Bello of Niger state as the Acting Chairman Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee.

This forced the party to make a U-turn by reinstating Buni as its Chairman Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee.

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International Women's Day: FCT Minister Of State, Ramatu Aliyu Empowers Mothers, Calls For Gender Friendly Environment

As part of activities marking the 2022 International Women's Day, no fewer than three women have been empowered by the FCT Minister of State, Dr. Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu with cash sums of N250,000, N500,000, N1m to assist them in boosting their businesses to cater for their families and orphanages including job opportunities for the graduate children of the Women.

This comes as the Minister noted that some cases of gender-based violence are traceable to lack of empowerment opportunities available to the women.

At a stakeholders forum organised by the Federal Capital Territory Administration on Thursday at Cyprian Ekwensi Centre for Arts and Culture, the Minister noted that there is a wide gap between men and women in terms of access to economic opportunities, urging for empowerment of more women in the country.

The Minister also expressed displeasure that at a time the global community is committing so much time and energy to harness to enormous potentials women have for advancement and promotion of their environment, Nigeria is yet to utilise the opportunity at its disposal to make a strong statement in breaking the society-induced biases against women.

While stating that the theme for this year celebration, which is “Gender Equality Today For a Sustainable Tomorrow” with the hashtag 'Break the Bias!' is apt and timely, she called on the National Assembly to revisit and reconsider passing the gender Bills recently rejected by the two chambers of the National Assembly.

This according to the Minister will further bridge the widening disparity between men and women representation in the country's political scene, adding that a gender friendly environment will enable women replicate the successes they have recorded in their various professional fields at the national stage.

Recall that the National Assembly had on March 1, 2022 while voting for 1999 Constitution amendment rejected Bills seeking to reserve special seats for women at the National and State Houses of Assembly, provide for affirmative action for women in political party administration, and grant citizenship to foreign-born husbands of a Nigerian woman.

This however did not go down well with some women groups and civil society organisations as they have staged series of protests, calling for a rescission of the votes on the affected bills by the lawmakers.

Those in attendance include the Permanent Secretary Federal Capital Territory Administration, Dr. Mrs. Ene Obi, Fatima Abbas Hassan, Director of Gender Federal Capital Territory Administration, Dr. Suleiman Adejoh, President, Messengers of Peace Foundation and other top dignitaries.

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MC Expensive Kicks As Chidinma Ojukwu Wins Miss Cell Pageant, Says It's Insensitive


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An MC and public speaker, MC Expensive has taken a swipe at authorities of Ministry of Interior and Nigeria Correctional Service, NCS for allowing the alleged killer of Super TV CEO, Usifo Ataga, Miss Chidinma Ojukwu participate in a beauty pageant, Miss Cell at Kirikiri prison.

Describing the development as insensitive, MC Expensive said it will further traumatise to family and friends of the late Ataga who lost their brother, father and breadwinner.

Recall that the pictures of the suspect had broke the internet following a pageant contest which formed part of activities marking the 2022 International Women’s Day at Kirikiri prison.

Chidinma Ojukwu said to have put up a sterling performance at the contest which gave her the victory at the contest and crowned Miss Cell 2022.

This however did not go down well with MC Expensive as she insists there is no moral justification for allowing Miss Ojukwu take part in the contest, saying a weighty allegation of murder still hangs in her neck which makes her unfit for the fanfare she was treated with.


"How on earth can a girl who's awaiting trial for gruesomely killing somebody's father, somebody's brother, somebody's husband, somebody's uncle, somebody's breadwinner be allowed to participate in a beauty pageant in a cell.

"You come out, adorn this particular girl in a crown, with bouquet, you sew beautiful dresses for her. This is very insensitive and inhuman" she said.

She called on the Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, Controller General of Nigeria Correctional Service, Haliru Nababa, Inspector General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba and other relevant agencies of government to immediately put an end to such funfair, maintaining that a murder suspect like Miss Ojukwu should not be allowed to participate in such contest.

https://www.abujapress.com/2022/03/mc-expensive-kicks-as-chidinma-ojukwu.html?m=1
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CLIMATE CLOCK NIGERIA TO HOST A WEBINAR ON CLIMATE CHANGE & THE ROLE OF WOMEN

The Climate Clock is a timely demonstration of how quickly the planet is approaching 1.5°C of global warming, given current emissions trends. It also shows the amount of CO2 already emitted, and the global warming to date. The clock is updated real time to reflect the latest global CO2 emissions trend and rate of climate warming. It symbolises a call to action for us to #ACTNOW and #ActInTIME.

Climate Clock Nigeria seeks to support the visions and objectives of the Climate clock World by leading advocacy for climate change in Nigeria. According to the Nigerian Country Director for Projects & Partnerships Mr Chuks Anyaduba, Climate Clock Nigeria strives to remind everyone that we must #ActInTime to avert the worst climate disaster the world may ever witness.

The theme for this year’s CSW 66 is Climate Change; Environmental Disaster Risk Reduction, Gender equality at the centre of solutions.
In line with this, Climate Clock Nigeria is hosting a virtual panel discussion with climate change and SDG advocates.

The purpose of this discussion is to bring together SDG savvy stakeholders to lead conversations that will promote policy advocacy for Climate Change and environmental risk disaster reduction.

Date: 15th March at 4pm WAT
Register for the Webinar via this link https:///36cgYa4

The panelists include:
-Chuks Anyaduba – Director, Projects & Partnerships, Climate Clock Nigeria - Moderator.
-Sonia Bature – Fmr. S.A to Governor of Kaduna State on Environment.
-Raquel Daniel – Founder, Beyond the Classroom Foundation/Climate Reality
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-Mariam Jobe – Founder Africa Sickle Cell Support Foundation
-Olumide Idowu – Executive Director, African Youth Initiative of Climate Change
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US Based Nigerian Model, Mary Timms Shares Touching Story, How She Survived Acute Malnutrition


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A Nigerian model based in the United States, Mary Timms has shared the touching story of her humble beginning and how she survived acute malnutrition known in local parlance as 'kwashiokor', saying only God's grace brought her to limelight.

While using her story to motivate and encourage, she urged young people in Nigeria and Africa not to give up irrespective of their challenges, adding that there is hope of brighter future for everyone.

She said as someone who came from a humble background, there was a time she had no money and food, urging young people to keep hope alive.

Describing herself as a child of grace, she recalled how she hawked pure water in the streets of Abuja in 2006 and now a citizen of the United States.

She expressed gratitude to God for miraculously transforming her through grace, noting that God has never failed her and still has lot more to do in her life.

She said, "I am a child of Grace. My life is a testimony. Him alone is God. How can I explain this? From Selling pure water on the street of Abuja 2006 and Being homeless at some point, To being an American citizen

"Believe me as I say this, God can do the unthinkable. I am in tears as I write this, tell me why I can’t stop crying.

"Many people will not understand. My story is long I will continue another day" she wrote on her social media handle.

In 2017, Timms was crowned the winner of the 2017 edition of the Face of Next Generation Entertainment Awards 2017 that was held at Upper Marlboro, Maryland, United States.

Abuja Celebrity DJ, Davidson Surprises Wife With Brand New Range Rover SUV


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An Abuja based DJ, David Abah, popularly known as DJ Davidson has surprised his wife, Mabel Fatimah with a brand new Range Rover Sports Utility Vehicle, SUV.

The surprise gift is coming 10 months after the couple said 'I do' to each other in a society wedding that took place May 2021.

DJ Davidson, who is also a businessman hails from Idoma speaking area of Benue state.

He recently unveiled his supermarket T& Supermarket in Abuja.

He plays at Beer Barn and other social spots in Abuja.


https://www.abujapress.com/2022/03/abuja-celebrity-dj-davidson-surprises.html

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*Family Set To Hold Memorial Thanksgiving Service For Hon. Dr. Prince A.A Nwafor Orizu.(GCON)*

The family of late Prince A.A Nwafor Orizu, Nigeria's second Senate President during the first Republic has concluded plans to hold 23rd anniversary memorial service in his honour.

He transitioned in the year 1999.

A release made available to our correspondent by his last child, Prince Ifeamuma Nwafor Orizu said the event will take place on March 20, 2022 at Nwafor Orizu's home town, God’s Village, Ndiakwu Otolo Nnewi in Anambra State.

Orizu was also an Acting President of Nigeria from late 1965 until the military coup of January 1966 where he spent 92 days in power.

Orizu ran successfully for election as an independent candidate to represent Onitsha Division, and became the chief whip in the Eastern House of Assembly.

He later joined with other independent candidates to form the National Council of Nigeria and Cameroon (NCNC).

He played a central role in helping Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe become premier of the Eastern Region, using his influence in the NCNC. Zik appointed Orizu the minister of local Government.

He was a member of the Nnewi Royal family. His nephew Igwe Kenneth Onyeneke Orizu III is the current Igwe (King) of Nnewi Kingdom. Nwafor Orizu College of Education in Nsugbe, Anambra State, is named after him.

The memorial thanksgiving service is expected to attract the presence of top Igbo sons from within and outside the country, diplomats, the academia, business class and top rated entertainers.

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MamuZee Twins Launch Campaign Against Fake News, Seeks Sanctions Against Carriers


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The singing duo Mamuzee Twins have launched a campaign to curb fake news in the society, saying it destroys images, personalities and businesses.

The duo say they have been victims of fake and unverified news in the past, stating that the pain and frustration is enormous.

They allegedly failed to take care of their mother which led to her death in 2018, an allegations they said almost tore them apart. This they said necessitated the campaign to get the Nigerian society rid of fake news.

With the hashtag, Say No To Fake News, the entertainers also seek severe sanctions for carriers and spreaders of hate and fake news to serve as deterrence to others.

In a viral video, they say the campaign has become necessary especially as Nigeria proceeds into an election year, noting that a conducive atmosphere devoid of hate and antagonism is required to have a peaceful election.

They are also seeking a legislative framework that will serve as a disincentive in the manufacturing and spreading of fake news to keep the society sanitized.

"FAKE NEWS destroys not just the victims, mental or physical health but his or her total well being and life. If you have been a victim of fake news , then you will understand the grave pain, shame and discomfort it brings and courses not just to you but your family, friends and well wishers" the twins stated.

They further decried a situation where some bloggers, social media trolls, haters, journalists and reporters are benefitting from the pain of others by assisting in the spread of unverified information through their various media platforms, calling for an end to such.

They say if efforts are not intensified to deal with the culture of spreading fake news, it will breed a lot of strife, anger, acrimony, hate, bitterness and injury to the society.

"If we do not put a STOP to this menace NOW we would all one day wake up to a nation of bitterness and strife.

"Fake News hurts Everybody and it's just a matter of time you too will have your own doze of the pain" they said.

While noting that families, homes, marriages and relationships have been destroyed because of spread of fake news, MamuZee Twins therefore appealed for caution to media workers and social media influencers to ensure they verify reports before going ahead to share same.

Fake news has been identified to be a great enabler of inter-communal conflict and killings in Nigeria and West African sub-region.

It also involves the doctoring of videos and photographs of events that took place in foreign lands to make it look like a recent event that took place in a country, thereby stimulating angry reactions.

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KUDOS: Dr. Ifeanyi Odii Bags Daily Independent Newspaper Philanthropist Of The Year Award


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Co-founder, Ebele and Anyichuks Foundation and the Chairman of Orient Global Group, Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwuma Odii has has been honoured with the award of the Philanthropist of the Year by one of Nigeria's leading dailies, Daily Independent Newspaper.

He was conferred the award along with other notable Nigerians, Governors, Ministers, including Barr. Allen Onyema who bagged Business Man of the Year at an event in Lagos over the weekend.

The former Director General of NIMASA and former governorship candidate of APC in Rivers State, Dr. Dakuku Peterside handed Dr. Odii his award.

Ebele and Anyichuks Foundation, named after Dr. Odii and his wife is reputed to have over the years embarked on multi million Naira humanitarian Missions to touch the lives of the less privileged members of the society.

The non-governmental charity organisation has built over 130 homes for the indigents in rural areas, 6 churches, 3 Floors of Primary and secondary school.

It has also provided scholarships to over 1000 students home and abroad, yearly medical screening and support.

Because of the founders' love for sports, they have gone ahead to establish the Anyichuks Unity Cup, a yearly sports tournament which seeks to encourage, empower youths and promote sports at the grass-root level.

Reacting to the award, Dr. Odii in a social media post said when the charity campaign started, the organisation never envisaged accolades or awards but purely for the purpose of touching lives.

He expressed gratitude to the management of Daily Independent for the award and assured that the organisation will continue to lend its support in touching the lives of ordinary people.

He says, " _We have been doing it because we want to impact and give people a better life. My wife and I would like to express our gratitude to the management and staff of Daily Independent Newspapers for honoring us with the "Philanthropist of the Year" Award. As Denzel Washington said "At the end, it's not about what you have or even what you've accomplished. It's about who you've lifted up, who you've made better. It's about what you've given back._ "

" _This honor serves as a motivator for us to stay the course, and by God's grace, we haven't even begun, there are more projects in the works_ ."

Meanwhile, friends and associates across the world have taken to various media platforms to congratulate him and his organization for the award.

One of such was the Cubana Chief Priest who wrote, "Congratulations to you sir, more and more on their way".

https://www.statepress.ng/2022/03/kudos-dr-ifeanyi-odii-bags-daily.html

JUST IN: APC Reacts Over Removal Of Buni, Says No Leadership Change In APC CECPC�

*FAKE NEWS: No Leadership Change in APC CECPC*

Our attention has been drawn to sponsored media reports on an imaginary leadership change in the All Progressives Congress (APC) Caretaker/Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee (CECPC).

The media report is fake news and should be disregarded.

The APC is a progressive political party guided by rules. Leadership changes are not announced by 'sources' through name dropping in the media.

We urge our teeming supporters, members and indeed the general public to remain calm and support the Governor Mai Mala Buni-led APC CECPC conduct a rancour-free and credible National Convention deserving of our great party.

SIGNED:
*Sen. John James Akpanudoedehe Phd*
National Secretary
APC Caretaker/Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee (CECPC)


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