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An international music artiste and Queen of the North, Lisa Yaro has been honoured with Who Is Who Stand Of Fame award in recognition of her humanitarian gestures and efforts to improve education in the country.

Yaro, an actress expressed gratitude to God for the recognition and pledged that she would continue to use her non-governmental organisation to advance the welfare of the less privileged in the society.

The Kaduna born entertainer thanked the organisers of the award, Who Is Who Media for finding her worthy of the recognition, saying she is not taking it for granted, adding that it's a privilege she would not forget.

She had earlier visited school of the deaf in Kuje where her foundation Industry For God pledged to donate teaching aids, dining tables, barber clippers and wash kits for the students and management.

She was also at the University of Abuja where she doled our cash prizes in scholarships. The last stop on behalf of the organization was at the internally displaced persons camp in Durumi Abuja where Industry For God donated relief materials and equally pledged to equip the clinic and reopened the school in the camp that has since been closed down due to lack of teachers and volunteers.

Yaro who has performed for top rated musicians, including Tubaba, Flavour, Asake and took part in other shows in the United States said she seeks to pass a message with her music, saying she is always mindful of what she says as music lyrics are very important.

According to her, she seeks to use her music to inspire and shape the future of numerous African youths.

She urged youths on the continent not to be discouraged but focus in chasing their dreams irrespective of the challenges they may face.

Describing Nigeria as her home, she encouraged others to spare a thought and sow a seed in the country that would touch the lives of others.

The Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the Nigerian Police Force, Olumuyiwa Adejobi has played host to one of the most consistent and multi-talented entertainers in Nigeria Onwunarugwu Ndubuisi Joseph, also known as Shortcut.

This comes ahead of the fifth anniversary of Shortcut's show tagged "Leave Comedy for Shortcut" (Cruise 5.0) coming up in the city of Abuja on November 25.

He was accompanied to the visit at Force headquarters by his friends and colleagues, some of who will perform at the event.

In his response, Adejobi congratulated Shortcut for his consistency in the industry, leading the the fifth edition of the event.

He also applauded the entertainer for using his platform to engage young people, a move he said has assisted in reducing crime in the country.

According to the police spokesman, through his rap challenge at on stage, Shortcut has provided an opportunity for young talents to develop interest in entertainment,

He also indicated interest to be at the comedy show as a way of showing the support of the Nigerian police towards the development of entertainment industry.

He said Police and the entertainment industry have enjoyed a mutual partnership over the years, saying the leadership of the force under IGP Kayode Egbetokun is committed to building in the existing partnership between them.

The fifth edition of his "Leave Comedy for Shortcut" is expected to record another overwhelming success like the previous editions.

So much preparations have been put on ground to make this edition outstanding, which largely informed the choice and quality of artistes to perform.

Also, the chairman Domak Shelter, Kingsley Azonobi has equally offered to give a plot of land to be won by one of the guests at "Leave Comedy for Shortcut" Show.

Shortcut has equally been involved in honing young talents in the industry as a way of offering mentorship.

Holding at Transcorp Hilton Hotel Abuja, those expected to perform include, Duncan Mighty, Sabinus, Edo Pikin, Ogbuefi I go Tuk, Mimiko, Sarkin Dariya, Danny Spry, Aje Baba, MC Bob and Odogwu.

In a bid to alleviate poverty and give indigenes of Kwara an improved livelihood, a non-governmental organisation, Yahaya Seriki Foundation has doled out the sum of N250m to 1,800 artisans, students, market men and women, as well as petty traders from across the state.

According to the foundation, this is part of fulfilling its mandate anchored on reducing poverty, hunger, disease, illiteracy, environmental degradation, and discrimination against women in line with UN Millennium Development Goals.

Speaking at the event on Saturday, the foundation's founder, Yahaya Seriki a big player in the minerals sector expressed gratitude to the people of the state for the support they have given him over the years.

He said the sector is highly capital intensive, a situation that led his company, KURSI Investment Ltd, a leading mining company in Nigeria to embark on exploration activities for over 15 years, expressing gratitude to the government of Kwara for providing the enabling environment for mining to thrive through adequate security.

According to him, at least 70% of those in his employ are indigene of Kwara, a strategic move to ensure that they get a decent means of livelihood, adding that it is not political.

Cheques totalling the sum of N250m were issued out various categories of beneficiaries, targeting at least 1,800 indigenes of the state.

In the category of N500,000, Ameenat Alao Saadu, Ibraheem Rabiat Atonitenu, Adeoye Bola Elizabeth, Khadijat Sheriki and others emerged as beneficiaries.

Similarly, Fatai Olajumoke Soma, Shaibu Balikisu, Oyewole Wale Femi and several others benefitted from the N250,000 category.

Several beneficiaries also emerged from the N50,000 category.

During a session of testimonial remarks, a geologist, Mr. Umar Habeeb Adeshina said he had scholarship too for his doctorate degree studies at a foreign university.

Similarly, one Salihu Aishat Tobani a laboratory scientist was offered employment at KURSI Investment Ltd while Dr. Hammed Ayuba a human resources benefitted from a PhD scholarship among several others.

The traditional ruler in Kwara State, Alh. Saheed Sauda Adifa was also issued with a cheque of N50m for disbursement to his subjects.

In his remarks, governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq expressed gratitude to the foundation for its support and collaboration with the state government in ensuring that poverty is fought among indigenes.

While applauding the selflessness of Yahaya Seriki, the governor also thanked him for using his platform to meaningfully engage several youths of Kwara states, noting that such efforts help in nation-building.

Top dignitaries at the event include, Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Engr. Yakubu Danladi, a former Minister of Sports, Bolaji Abdullahi, Kwara State Commissioner of Police, CP Victor Olaniyi, a traditional ruler, Alh. Daudu Ejidongari and several others.

Reigning Miss Tourism Nigeria, Joy Ebere Emerges Entrepreneur of The Year

The reigning Miss Tourism Nigeria, Joy Ebere has been honoured with the award of Entrepreneur of The Year 2023 at the recently concluded Nigeria Youth Summit.

The award certificate dated August 10, 2023 says the honour is in recognition of her giant strides in entrepreneurship and business development.

The award was organized by Center for Peace Advocacy and Sustainable Development CEPASD in collaboration with Peace Ambassador Agency.

The 2023 edition of the Nigeria Youth Summit which is second in the series was held in commemoration of international youth day 2023

It had as the Theme: "Advancing Youth Innovation in Entrepreneurship" and held at Nigeria National Merit House, Maitama Abuja.

The organizing committee chairman, Mr. Igweshi Augustine stated that the goal of the 2nd edition of Nigeria Youth Summit is to explore the dreams and aspirations of Nigerian youth in advancing youth innovation in entrepreneurship and national cohesion.

Ebere who was also a panelist at the event has since shared her experience and expressed gratitude for the honour.

She said, "As a business executive and youth founder of a running successful business, I spoke about my experiences, steps that help me succeed and also extended a guiding hand to other young women who are also enterprising in their different fields.

"This award means so much to me as it's a testament that people are watching, just keep doing what you're doing, it might not make sense now, but someday it certainly will.

"I'm also dedicating this to my fellow young entrepreneurs all round the world, who has created something out of nothing, believe in the beauty of your dreams, if I can, then you too definitely can

"Finally, a big thank you to the the Centre for peace and sustainable development and all the Nigeria youth summit team for this honor, I do not take it for granted".

Family members of the immediate past President Muhammadu Buhari, daughter of President Bola Tinubu Mrs. Folasade Tinubu-Ojo, Gideon Chidiebere Osi, and Turaki Bala were among those who won big at the just concluded Peace Achievers International Awards by the award organisers, Peace Ambassador Agency Worldwide.

The well attended 12th edition of the annual Peace Achievers International Summit/Awards took place at Abuja Continental Hotel at the weekend.

With the theme, "Sustainable Peace and Economic Growth in Africa," the event was organised by Peace Ambassador Agency Worldwide.

The founder Peace Ambassador Agency Worldwide, Amb. Kingsley Amafibe recently said awardees were painstakingly selected.

The organisation had earlier hosted the 100 Most Notable Peace Icons Africa, where the former president of Nigeria, Goodluck Jonathan, and others were honoured.

He noted that Peace Achievers International Award is organised annually as a way of recognising individuals who have made significant contributions towards peace building and conflict resolution as well as those who have assisted in empowering Nigerian youths across various sectors.

Others who won include Asiwe Gabriel Emeke, Award for excellence in youth development, RT. Honourable Ahmed Mohammed, Award for Excellence in leadership, Peace and community development, Award for Excellence in Peace and community development, Chief and Hamzat Lawal, Award for Excellence in leadership, peace and community development.

Others are Hadiza Abdulkadir Kango, Doctor in Leadership and Management, GAZZALI SALISU Buhari, Award for excellence in peace and community development, Hon Dr. Chief Jim Okolo Chimezie, Award for Excellence in Peace and community development, Dr Sanusi Turaki Bala, Award for excellence in peace and community development, HRH. Onye Eze Boniface Ifeanyi Ajuzie, Oma Nma 1 of Abia, Chairman Oma Nma Life Saving and Health Foundation, Safina Asibi Mohammed, Doctor in Leadership and Management, and Hadiza Abdulkadir Kango, Doctor in Leadership and Management.

Also in the list are, Dr Ubon Udoh, Award for Excellence in leadership, Peace and community development, Chief EKELEOMA NWAKAEGO Chuku, Doctor in Leadership and Management, VAS TECHNOLOGIES Limited Information communication Technology company the year, SIR (Bldr.). BLESSING O. Obomovo, Award for Excellence in real estate and community development, Hon. Dr. Chief Jim Okolo Chimezie, Award for Excellence in Peace and community development, Maj Solomon Wash Bitrus, Award for Excellence in Peace and community development and Obinna Simon, Award for Excellence in Peace and community development

Others include, Hon. Dr. Dubem Oguegbu PhD, Award for Excellence in Peace and community development, Godswill Onyedikachi Nlemchukwu, Doctor in Business Administration, Fatima Sulaiman, Award for excellence in peace and community development, Princess Onyinyechi Ozoemelam, The CEO BV Group of Companies, Doctor in Business Administration, Dr Amina Mohammed(FCIHRM), Award for Excellence in Peace and community development

The rest are, Stephanie Ogechukwu ONUSIRIUKA, Peace Achievers International Sports personality of the year, Abdulrazaq Zubair, Award for excellence in peace and community development, UMMUSALMA ISIYAKA RABIU (FCIML, FCILG), Award for Excellence in Peace and community development and Arc (Dr) Dapo Ademola- Adesina, Award for excellence in peace and community development.

Maria Ude Nwachi Wins Pulse Africa Facebook Influencer of the Year Award

Maria Ude Nwachi, a former member of Ebonyi State House of Assembly and former TA on New Media, specifically Facebook to immediate past vice president Yemi Osinbajo has won the Pulse Africa Facebook Influencer of the Year Award.

She was nominated along with MC Mbakara and others.

Nwachi grabbed the highest number of votes, joining the list of total number of 21 awardees.

At the award ceremony, she was unavoidably absent and she picked her plaque through a representative.

With the theme "The Golden Era - Bold & Elegant", the Tivoli Garden in Ikoyi, Lagos played host to the influencer industry for the awards' third edition on Saturday, October 7, 2023.

It took place simultaneously in all Pulse Africa markets in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Senegal, Uganda, and Côte d'Ivoire.

Organisers say the Pulse Influencer Awards is dedicated to celebrating the digital creativity, innovation, and community-building efforts of influencers.

Former Big Brother Naija housemates, Bella Okagbue and Tacha Akide, and Guinness World Record holder, Hilda Baci, were also awarded at the 2023 edition of the Pulse Influencer Awards.

Maria Ude Nwachi wields humongous influence on Facebook where she has millions of followers both on her pages and profiles.

She has founded several groups on Facebook with active followership. They include Igboist by Maria Ude Nwachi, Maria Ude Nwachi and Friends, Maria Ude Nwachi and Friends League, Igboist And Friends Extra among others.

Her pages and profiles were among the early ones to be verified by the social media giant.

She enjoys the loyalty of her followers across board who usually come through for her, accounting to why she grabbed this prestigious award.

Her posts gain massive visibility both in her pages and groups, which when put together account for several millions of followers.

She is popular for offering empowerment to her followers as well as hosting regular give-aways to celebrate them for their support and engagement.

The massive engagement of her posts has assisted many brands and companies to receive an increased patronage.

Below is the full list of winners.

Arts/Photography Influencer of the Year - Okusaga Adeoluwa (@sagadeolu)

Lifestyle Influencer of the Year - Bella Okagbue (@bellaokagbue)

Business Influencer of the Year - Joy Esiet Ayomide (@khloes_gram)

Comedy Influencer of the Year - Folagade Banks (@folagade Banks)

Dance Influencer of the Year - Jerry Chuks (@softmadeit)

Facebook Influencer of the Year - Maria Ude Nwachi

Fashion Influencer of the Year - Bella Okagbue (@bellaokagbue)

Food Influencer of the Year - Hilda Baci (@hildabaci)

Instagram Influencer of the Year - Tacha Akide (symply_tacha)

LinkedIn Influencer of the Year - Femi Coker

Media/Blogger Influencer of the Year - Dr Chinonso Egemba (@aproko_doctor)

Most Influential Actor/Actress of the Year - Bimbo Ademoye (@bimboademoye)

Music Influencer of the Year - Michael 'Don Jazzy' Collins (@donjazzy)

Podcast Influencer of the Year - I Said What I Said (@isaidwhatisaidpod)

Sports Influencer of the Year - Joshua Ubeku (Beks FCB)

Tech Influencer of the Year - Oscar Frank (@oscar franky)

TikTok Influencer of the Year - Joy Esiet Ayomide (@khloes_gram)

Twitter Influencer of the Year - Ogbeni Dipo (@OgbeniDipo)

YouTube Influencer of the Year - KieKieTV

Best Dressed Female - Bola Montana (bola_montana)

Best Dressed Male - Denrele (@denrele_edun)

The Big Break Moment Africa record Breaking students mountain Hike in Nigeria.

Loud Flag up for the second season of the first edutainment reality show


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The Big Break Moment Africa activated its edutainment reality TV show for the second season with a mountain hike experience for students and celebrities.

This event took place over the weekend right after the first auditions of the season in the same venue. A large crowd of students poured in with their sporty wear ready to have the biggest adventure of the year. Each one of them got a number tag to ascertain their identity amounting to over 4992 students in attendance.

BossLadyLaw the Executive Producer gyrated the crowd with blasts of sumptuous support that made the hike all the more fun. Other celebrities Influncer’s who graced the occasion include Seyi Vodi, Bassey E. Bassey, Lucy Edet from BBN, Fancy Daniel, Magnito, Bitaris, Anikstar, Afro_mz, Fari Elysian, Heelariouz_architect and many more.

The first seven students to arrive at the peak of the mountain were awarded $100 each, while 50 lucky students were given scholarships by the popular Seyi Vodi. Excitement filled the air until it was time to alight the mountain and call it a successful day.

Auditions continue in other states across the country and are expected to see many talented students turn up to show their skills for a chance to be selected into the dream house. The catch this year is a whopping 30 Million Naira worth of cash and prizes.

The Big Break Moment Africa Mountain Climb Experience was supported by the Student Union Government (SUG) UNIABUJA and supported by CoolFM

Mrs. Betsy Obaseki, wife of Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki has emerged the Most Prolific First Lady of 2023.

In an online voting, she floored 21 other First ladies nominated in this category in the upcoming Democracy Heroes Award.

The award being spearheaded by Face of Democracy Nigeria (FDN) is organized to recognize entrepreneurs, business and political leaders who have made outstanding contributions in the development of the society in the areas of employment creation, excellent governance, corporate social responsibility and others.

The official conferment takes place October 18, 2023 in Abuja where along with others who won, she will be crowned the Most Prolific First Lady of the Year.

The Project Director of Face of Democracy Nigeria, FDN projects, Organisers of Face of Democracy Nigeria, Olufunsho Ajagbonna aka Fajag at a press briefing in Abuja expressed satisfaction with the successful outcome of the process.

He said collation of votes was transparently carried out, urging those who did not win in their various categories of nomination to exercise patience as subsequent editions will hold.

Fajag said the organisation is poised to recognising Africans who have made immense contributions towards to development of the continent.