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Business entrepreneur and CEO of Diamond Leeds Limited, High Chief Kenneth Ifekudu (Agbalanze Onyekachukwu na Ozubulu), turns a year older today, April 6th and released new stunning photos to mark it.

In the new photos, Dr. Ifekudu rocked a lovely native dress, a stunning eyeglass, and black fendi shoe.

The new photos were shot by Abuja celebrity photographer, Prince Cyril.

We wish him a very happy birthday and many more years to come.

Several entertainers and business associates in the federal capital territory and Nigeria as whole has taken to their social media pages to thank God for adding a new age to Chief Kenneth Ifekudu and also appreciates his generosity and great gesture over the years with amazing words.

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Nigerians on twitter react as Elon Musk's Starlink recommends Payday as their most preferred payment option for Nigerians trying to buy Starlink router.

According to the statement on Starlink order page, "For Naira Payments, please use Payday "

Nigerians who have been having issues buying the router before Starlink x Payday intervention took to their twitter to make comments.


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Nigerians have reacted as African fintech firm Payday formally unveiled it's 3:0 version with sleek new design elements and added functionality.

Speaking on the development, many Nigerians have praised the fintech firm for improved version which makes receiving, sending, and spending money much easier without limitations.

Here are a few reactions from Nigerians on twitter:

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CELEBRITIES FORUM OF NIGERIA ADOPTS COMRADE TIMI FRANK AS GRAND PATRON


The Celebrities Forum Of Nigeria adopts Comrade Timi Frank as GRAND PATRON of it's Forum with immediate effect.
In a meeting that was held in London on the 9th of January 2023 during H.E Alhaji Atiku Abubarkar's Visit to the United Kingdom on the invitation of the state, the Executive Chairman of the forum Hon. Collins Onyeaji discussed extensively with Comrade Timi Frank of the Forum's plans to endorse H.E Alh Atiku Abubarkar GCON and Dr Ifeanyi Okowa as the Forum's presidential candidate and vice for the upcoming election of February 2023.

Having established a working and mutual relationship the Chairman of the Forum pledged for Comrade Frank to become its Grand Patron for which he gladly accepted.


The President of the Forum Mr Imonikhe Sylvester also known as JMONEY a seasoned musician of Edo descent has further said that Comrade Frank's emergence as their Grand Patron is a big step towards actualizing the Atiku/Okowa's project by the forum. "Comrade Timi Frank has what it takes to be the Grand Patron our forum, he has been in the political circle for a long time and has the technical knowledge that we as a forum can lean on when ever we need advice and directives, adopting him as our Grand Patron is a big step towards the actualization of Atiku and Okowa 2023 which is a project we are passionate about", he added.

It is worth noting that Comrade Timi Frank is currently the ULMWP Ambassador to East Africa and the Middle East, a political activist, a social commentator, a writer, and a public speaker. Comrade Frank is a member of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) and an active advocate of the Atiku/Okowa2023 presidency.

This press release was issued and signed by the Executive Chairman of the Forum Hon. Collins Onyeaji on Thursday January 12, 2023. Noting that Comrade Frank's adoption as the Forum’s Grand Patron is part of the Forum's continuous effort to bring social, economic and developmental change to the Nigeria communities.

Miralinks Inter Resources & Serve Nigeria Limited (Member Nigerian Belgrade Serbian Chamber of Commerce) has expanded its product portfolio with the launch of a new premium non-alcholic energy drink called Okay Energy Drink.

The new non-alcoholic drink, is created for consumers with an active lifestyle, highlighted the total-beverage company.

“Okay Energy Drink was brewed to help the average Nigerian keep up with the demands of everyday life. Regardless of our professions, fields and interests, we all engage in high-energy activities, whether mental or physical,” said Chief Emeka Ujagba, the brand’s Chief Executive Officer.

Beyond being an energy booster, the drink provides the goodness of everyday refreshment, giving it a refreshing and natural taste in comparison to most regular energy drinks with artificial flavours.

Chief Ujagba said, “This is one of our signatures and at Miralinks Inter resources Limited, we continue to create opportunities and inspire a better world. We also want to expand and so we keep listening to consumers’ wants and so our portfolio keeps increasing”.

Okay Energy Drink is currently releasing the drink in 16 ounce cans and available in two different flavours, non alcoholic blue raspberry and alcoholic kiwi strawberry, the drink has zero sugar and zero calories, the ephedra powered blend contains less milligrams of caffeine per serving (200 miligrams per can) than other existing brand, so smooth and refreshing, he added.

Okay Energy drink is already a notable name in Abuja since its launch for consumers who are looking at fueling their energy, we are ensuring widespread distribution of Okay Energy Drink across the nation to make sure that nobody, no Nigerian is left out of the Okay experience.”

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When you bring countless of Nigeria’s billionaire businessmen to your wife’s birthday party, it could be argued that there is no better way to give her a grand ceremony. That was exactly what High Chief Kenneth Ifekudu (Agbalanze Onyekachukwu na Ozubulu) did.

Last Sunday, the business mogul behind the Diamond Leeds Brand hosted the creme-de-la-creme to the birthday celebration of his wife, Lolo Chioma Ifekudu.

Lolo Chioma, who is a director in Diamond Leeds Limited, was surrounded by her husband and friends on the occasion. 

Also present at the elaborate party were the Chairman of Cubana Group, Chief Obinna Iyiegbu, CEO of Breeze Restaurant Abuja, Mrs. Obiageli Nnamdi, Chief Abraham Otti (Mighty Mighty), Mr. Obiwulu Divine (Vinemorris Group CEO), Chief Mike Ejiogu (Citygate Homes CEO), Mr. Ebere Uzozie (G.U Ebeco CEO), Engr. Chief Celestine Emokai (Emcel Group CEO), Chief Eze Alex (Anaeliaku na Ekwulobia), Chief Chigozie Obi (Ifeadigo na Okija), Chief Valentine Okolie (Akusinachi), Chief Emmanuel Okafor (Marcopolo Group CEO), Ifeanyi Udenka and host of others.

Blessed with four children, the couple have been married for over 15 years.

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In their quest towards championing good governance in Nigeria, a group of like minded individuals came together to float a group known as Celebrities Forum of Nigeria.

The group is a forum of celebrities from different works of life, for the purpose of influencing common cause for the betterment of the Nigerian society.

It's mission includes uniting all celebrities for the purpose of championing good governance in Nigeria.

The forum is Co-Founded by Sylvester Imonikhe a.k.a J Money and Collins Onyeaji.

Sylvester is a multi-talented music artist, fashion enthusiasts, socialite and CEO of Europe Palace Lounge (a popular night club in Lagos),

while Collins is a Nigerian-British Scholar and a reputable international consultant with records of consultative projects across the global scene and Nigeria.

Unveiling the Forum, Mr. Imonikhe who doubles as the President of the Forum commended the move as a right step in the right direction.

Speaking at the event, Mr Onyeaji who is the Executive Chairman of the Forum maintained that the influence celebrities have in effecting change in the teaming youths cannot be underestimated as this was clear in 2020 during the End Sars protests. Many celebrities used their platforms to motivate the youths before and during the protest leading to an immediate action from the government

Sylvester Imonikhe a.k.a J Money is a young business magnate born on July 26, 1992 in Edo State, Mr. Imonikhe, popularly known as J Money is the first child from a family of three. His father was a prolific journalist before his demise in the early 2000s.

The Edo State-born musician, songwriter, and art director graduated from Don Calabria Technical School in Verona – Italy, where he majored in Metal Mechanical Engineering before working in a couple of top-notched engineering companies in both Italy and Germany.

Recently, J Money teamed up with a popular Nigerian disk jockey, DJ Kaywise to release yet another banger titled, “Raise Shoulder.”
The streetwise tune by J Money Ft. DJ Kaywise trending in all music blogs and radio and TV stations across Nigeria, is meant to eulogise the common man on the streets, all over the world.

The Nigerian Multi-Talented Consultant and Serial Entrepreneur, Collins Onyeaji was honoured as a Scholar with the University of Central Lancashire, Preston, England, United Kingdom where himself and other scholars were presented with award of certificates in the university’s new state-of-the-art Engineering Innovation Centre by Vice-Chancellor, Graham Baldwin.

Mr. Onyeaji doubles as the Senior Special Adviser on Human Relations and International Affairs to the Director-General of Atiku Care Foundation, a non profit humanitarian organisation devoted to expanding the philanthropic gestures of His Excellency, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the Waziri of Adamawa, GCON in Nigeria and Africa.

“The Celebrities Forum of Nigeria has a vision of achieving the unification of all celebrities for a common goal for the betterment of the society” He said.

Lagos set to host the biggest gathering of the brightest young Nigerians who will be battling to become the winner of Naija Brands Challenge 2022.

Ten qualified contestants will enter the facility known as The Naija Brand House during which they will compete in a variety of activities to determine the winners.

The overall winner will receive a brand new 2021 Geely car as well as cash prizes worth N7.5 million. The first and second runners-up will also receive cash prizes.

According to the organizers, the primary aim of the contest is to discover the Naija Brand of the year, it's for entrepreneurs who have dared to start something despite various discouraging challenges and have remained in business. It is meant to encourage, inspire and motivate Nigeria entrepreneurs.

With Alhaji Hussaini Dikko (Chairman of Providus Bank Plc), Tonye Cole (Chairman of Sahara Group), Iyinoluwa Samuel Aboyeji (Co-Founder, Andela & Flutterwave) and many others as judges, the show promises to produce and showcase the best brains.

Interested applicants can register via https://ogacampaign.com/contests/naija-brands-challenge

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For Africa’s premier Serial Entrepreneur,Forensic Network marketer, society lady and philanthropist, Amb. Comfort Asimawo Negedu , it is double celebration as she was recently awarded an UN Eminent Peace Ambassador Awards.

According to the organizers, Mrs. Negedu was conferred with the Global Award for her exemplary leadership role and philanthropic and empowerment gesture for women and youths at large.

“We recognise her overt, credible and exemplary leadership role among her people and which in turn made them to repose their trust in you to represent them at an exalted position. Managing people is a herculean and daunting task which requires humility, wisdom, commitment, selflessness, sacrifice and passion to be able to achieve positive and sustainable development for those leadership are being provided for, he added.

Expressing appreciation she shared, “I will continue to support women and youths because they are champions; I believe that they have a great role to play in the building of our nation and deserve all the support that they can get.

I promise to speak out to help end violence against women and girls, Join me and make your promise to help achieve the #GlobalGoals and create a better world for everyone, she added.

Receiving the award at an impressive event held at Merit House Abuja , Mrs Negedu dedicated the honour to African women and youths for the opportunity to serve globally, and commended the board and management of UN Eminent Peace Awards for the recognition and also commended their peace back Nigeria project 2022.

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Socialite and top business executive, High Chief Kenneth Ifekudu (Agbalanze Onyekachukwu na Ozubulu) and his wife, Lolo Chioma Ifekudu, are celebrating fifteen years of marital bliss today, 13 October.

The couple got married in 2007 and are blessed with amazing kids.

John Keats the English poet wrote that ‘a thing of beauty is a joy forever whose loveliness increases without end.’ This is one way to describe the marriage of Chief Kenneth and Lolo Chioma Ifekudu.

The happy couple celebrates their 15th wedding anniversary to the joy and delight of their family and friends.

For anybody who knows High Chief Kenneth Ifekudu (Agbalanze Onyekachukwu na Ozubulu), the Chairman of Diamond Leeds Limited, it isn’t news that his marriage is his cornerstone. Being a man of such influence and affluence, Chief Kenneth has been asked time and again what his secret is. He would humbly reply that it is the grace of God that brought him this far. And then he would quickly chip in the fact that his wife comes in second place after his maker.

High Chief Ifekudu penned a sweet note about their relationship.

A journey that started 15 years ago, built on pure and geniune love, found and brought together by fate, though there are storms but God still keeps us together, blessed with every bit of marriage dividend, as we celebrate our anniversary, I pray for a stronger union that will make our imperfections perfect, happy 15years wedding anniversary, high chief Ifekudu said.

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Celebrated business leader, Chairman and CEO of Diamond Leeds Limited, Chief Dr. Kenneth Ifekudu (Agbalanze Onyekachukwu na Ozubulu) has been conferred with the coveted award of Entrepreneur of the Year 2021 at the prestigious National Star South East Achievement Awards ceremony held on Friday September 30th at the Base Event Center Enugu.

Chief Ifekudu topped the category ahead of other contenders, According to the organisers, Agbalanze Onyekachukwu na Ozubulu, who won the Entrepreneur of the Year in 2022, was selected in a keenly contested three-step points-based process that included a call for nomination; online voting for shortlisted nominees; and the editorial board’s final review of nominations and voting submissions.

Online voting accounted for 65% of the final outcome, with supporting evidence contributing 35% in the final selection process.

The awards attracted over 300, 000 entries on the website and across social media platforms, as well as submissions via email and physical posts from Nigerians across the continent and in Diaspora.

Glowing tributes poured in torrents for famous Nigerian business tycoon, Chief Kenneth Ifekudu, on Friday night as he received the 2022 Entrepreneur of the Year, alongside other prominent Nigerians.

At a glittering event, the billionaire businessman was honoured with the award having successfully nurtured his businesses to a global acclaim.

In winning this award, Dr. Ifekudu epitomizes the core values of a successful leader; strength, innovation, ingenuity, knowledge and foresight – values that are imperative to creating and sustaining a business within the Pan-African and global economy.

I am humbled and proud to be recognized as the Entrepreneur of the Year. This award is a testament to a great team of unique, passionate and committed people at Diamond Leeds Limited working tirelessly to build a Proudly African and Truly International Contracting and Servicing Company,” Dr. Ifekudu said.

He then stated that Africa is the best continent and that it is a blessing to be born African and be doing business in Africa.

Under his leadership, Diamond Leeds Limited has maintained its dominance of the industry by continually recording significant and enviable projects and financial performance.

His profundity and vivid understanding of diverse financial landscapes has been critical in ensuring the company’s successful foray into various markets.

In due recognition of his visionary leadership, Dr. Ifekudu is the recipient of several other local and international accolades.

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International Model and actress, Allyssa Anderson has released new stunning pictures of herself alongside Vixen Swimwear. Most of you know her for the lead role she played in the new reality show 'The One that Got Away'

US Based actor, Allyssa Anderson has unveiled new sultry photos and she's serving hotness.

Amazon Prime Video Show's "The One That Got Away" features six people hoping to find love as one by one, people from their past are brought on to date them. If it doesn't work out, the arrivals are at risk of getting sent back and replaced by someone new. Allyssa is the star of the show, stirring things up with all the fun, laughter and of course, thrilling drama.


The confident diva, Allyssa Anderson is clearly not afraid to play by her own rules, as evidenced by her constant meltdowns, hilariously blunt one- liners, and scandalous flirting with another cast mate’s arrival. “I’m here for love and I’m not going to not take risks in order to get what I really want,” Allyssa said in her interview.

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Diamonds Leed CEO, Pinnacle International visits Burundi to explore investment opportunities

High Chief Kenneth Ifekudu (Agbalanze Onyekachukwu na Ozubulu), the Chairman of Diamonds Leed Limited and members of the Pinnacle International investment Club was invited by the Ambassador of Nigeria to Burundi, Mr. Elijah Onyeagba on an investment drive trip to explore opportunities and to foster Nigeria-Burundi trade.

During the visit, High Chief Kenneth Ifekudu and other members of the Pinnacle International investment Club paid a courtesy visit to the Vice President of Burundi, H.E Prosper Bazombanza and other prominent business and political icons in Burundi.

The Vice President of Burundi commended the members of Pinnacle International Investment Club for their interest in ensuring that Nigeria-Burundi trade Council receives the needed push and accolade, For us, it is not just about investing in Burundi but developing our continent and creating prosperity, alleviating poverty and capacities of our government so that they can provide infrastructure, he added.

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High Chief Kenneth Ifekudu is the Chief Executive Officer of Nigeria-based infrastructural development and General contracting firm, Diamond Leeds Limited With over several decades of experience in business, he is described by many as a savvy, audacious and energetic entrepreneur.

Born in Enugu State on the 6th of April 1979 to the family of Chief & Lolo Paul A. Ifekudu (Ezeonyekachukwu) of
Ekwusigo Local Government Area of Anambra State. He attended Patrick Okolo Primary School, Odoakpu, Onitsha 1985 after which he attained his SSCE at Our Lady Secondary School in 1996. He did his OND In 1999 at Federal Polytechnic Auchi where he graduated as the best graduating student in the Department of Business Administration. He further acquires B.Sc in Marketing at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Akwa in 2003, Masters in Business Administration at Enugu State Business School.

Several years later, Chief Ifekudu had grown a solid business empire with interests in construction, investment and finance, Real Estate and several others. All his companies – over twenty– operate under Diamond Leeds Limited.

The story of how several infrastructural development projects in Nigeria was brought into life would not be complete without mentioning the huge role Chief Ifekudu played in Project Execution and Project Management of them.

What makes a man truly great is not just his opulence, but what he has done to make people smile, ease people’s pains and inspire hope in the ordinary and vulnerable members of the society. Chief Kenneth Ifekudu (Agbalanze Onyekachukwu na Ozubulu) is globally recognised for his burning desire and ability to help people in need.

Charity they say begins at home, the people of Ozubulu have benefited from Chief Ifekudu’s benevolence. Agbalanze Onyekachukwu na Ozubulu, as he is fondly called by his friends and admirers has embarked on several projects in and outside of Ozubulu, medical outreach programmes and instituted general empowerment programmes.

Chief Kenneth Ifekudu has received several awards and recognitions for his numerous effort to improve the quality of life of the vulnerable and his achievements in business.

High Chief Kenneth Ifekudu is a loving husband and father of four lovely children, a pillar of the society, a good son of Ozubulu, a proud son of Anambra, an exemplary Nigerian, Agbalanze Onyekachukwu na Ozubulu, that has set a standard for many coming behind him, a man who has proven that there is nothing one would not achieve with hardwork, loyalty, integrity, humility and God’s help.

OgaCampaign wants to create financial prosperity for billions across the continent and foster the next generation of Contests and prediction games.

Pan African startup, OgaCampaign has raised $3.6million in seed funding.

The startup is building a Super contests portal for Africa to democratise access to income-generating opportunities.

Africa is poised to become the next big market for Contests due to its young fast-growing population, high smartphone penetration rate, increasing Web adoption and high level of opportunity seekers.


Startups such as Ogacampaign, are positioning themselves for this next boom. OgaCampaign wants to onboard young Africans to Global Opportunities through Contests and prediction games.

OgaCampaign wants to replicate the success of traditional Contest platforms like MTN Project Fame, The Big Talent Show, South Africa Got Talent, others recorded in Africa.

Although OgaCampaign is taking a two-sided approach by allowing its voters win cash and gifts when they participate in voting activities.

While users win prizes for winning a contest or winning a prediction game, the fundamental distinction is that while customary platforms help Africans without rewarding them for their valuable time spent engaging in a contest, new upstarts like OgaCampaign are increasing earning and wealth potentials for users.

With the new funds OgaCampaign will accelerate the execution of its plan to reach 20,000,000 users in 2022. 

The equity round was led by OKE Capital LLC, the Netri Foundation, Flourish Ventures, Tiger Global and a few others.

The funds raised will go into operations and funding Contests & prediction games on the portal.