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Jaymoni Bags African Entertainment humanitarian Award

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Nigerian rising music star and CEO of Jaytech Construction and Estate Development Limited, Amb Christopher Ogar Ogar, also known as Jaymoni, has been honoured with the prestigious African Entertainment Humanitarian Award by the organisers of the 2025 African Legendary Award (AFRILA). Jaymoni, famous for his hit single “Congratulations,” received the award for his growing success in the music industry and his notable humanitarian efforts. The award recognises both his musical talent and his commitment to helping others. At the ceremony yesterday in Abuja, Jaymoni was joined by his manager, Mr…

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The Power of Scholarships: Senator Stephen Odey’s Approach To Education

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In this age where more people believe more in receiving than giving, Cross River Commissioner for Education, Senator Associate Prof Stephen Odey has undertaken the daunting responsibility of transforming the lives of indigent students through giving by awarding educational scholarships to them. This laudable empowerment took place recently when he reached out to the society by awarding scholarships to 34 tertiary education students at the Yache Town Hall Meeting which was held on March 29, 2025. The scholarship scheme offered by the Hon Commissioner has a direct impact on the…

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Grace Ike Bags African Leadership Excellence Award

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The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Federal Capital Territory (FCT) chapter, Comrade Grace Ike has received the African Leadership Excellence Award at the African Legendary Award (AFRILA 2025). Ike was recognised for her outstanding leadership, humanitarian efforts, and strong influence as a broadcast journalist. The award was presented at the third edition of the African Legendary Award in Abuja. She was represented by Ebriku John Friday, editor of the NUJ FCT online news platform. Friday highlighted her leadership qualities, including her focus on the well-being of journalists,…

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Cross River Acting Governor, Peter Odey Endorses Lubx Engine Oil

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By Ebriku John Friday The Acting Governor of Cross River State, Rt Hon Peter Odey PhD, on Thursday visited the headquarters of Lubx Engine Oil in Abuja, where he officially endorsed the product as the preferred choice for automobile engines. During his visit, Odey was warmly welcomed by the CEO of Lubx Engine Oil, Barr Koko Dan, alongside his associates and staff. The meeting was marked by a strong sense of camaraderie and mutual respect. The Acting Governor, accompanied by his team including the Special Adviser to the Governor on…

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Profile Of NNPC Limited New GCED, Bayo Ojulari Ex-Shell Chief 

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Bayo Ojulari first joined Shell in November 1991 as an Associate Production Technologist at Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday sacked the board of the state-oil firm, NNPC, including its Group Chief Executive Officer (GCED), Mele Kyari and board chairperson Pius Akinyelure. The president also approved Bayo Bashir Ojulari as the new GCEO of the NNPC. Mr Ojulari is an energy expert who describes himself as “a business leader with a proven track record in the global energy sector.” According to his LinkedIn profile, he worked…

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Tinubu Reconstitutes NNPC Limited Board, Appoints New Chairman, Group CEO

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a sweeping reconstitution of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited board, removing the chairman, Chief Pius Akinyelure and the group chief executive officer, Mallam Mele Kolo Kyari. President Tinubu removed all other board members appointed with Akinyelure and Kyari in November 2023. The new 11-man board has Engineer Bashir Bayo Ojulari as the Group CEO and Ahmadu Musa Kida as non-executive chairman. Adedapo Segun, who replaced Umaru Isa Ajiya as the chief financial officer last November, has been appointed to the new board…

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Mothering Sunday: NUJ FCT Council Urges Support For Female Journalists

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The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has joined millions across the globe in celebrating mothers on this year’s Mothering Sunday, acknowledging their vital role in society and the journalism profession. In a statement issued by the Secretary of Council, Jide Oyekunle, the Chairman of the Council, Comrade Grace Ike, praised the dedication, resilience, and sacrifices of mothers, particularly female journalists who continuously balance their professional responsibilities with family life. “As journalists, we recognise and appreciate the resilience of female journalists who juggle the demands of their profession with…

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Eid-el-Fitr: NUJ FCT Council Felicitates With Muslim Journalists, Nigerians 

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The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Council, has sent warm congratulations to Muslim journalists and the entire Muslim community in Nigeria on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr. The union has also encouraged them to continue to uphold values such as unity, patience, and integrity. This message was shared in a statement on Sunday by the Secretary of Council, Comrade Jide Oyekunle. In the statement, the Chairman of Council, Comrade Grace Ike, praised Muslim faithful for their dedication, self-discipline, and spiritual commitment throughout the holy month of Ramadan. She described this…

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Cross River Education Ministry Closes Two Illegal Schools In Calabar South

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The Commissioner for Education in Cross River State, Senator (Associate Professor) Stephen Odey, has shut down two illegal schools in Calabar South for not following the required regulations. The schools closed are God’s Connection High School, located on Nelson Mandela Street near Bassey Duke, and Tdayspring Collegiate Stars on Egerton Street. The Commissioner was joined by senior staff from the Ministry of Education, including the Director of Quality Assurance, Director of Safe Schools, Director of Special Duties, and the Education Secretary from Calabar South. Before sealing the schools, he spoke…

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Ramadan, Lent: Nigeria Police, Religious Leaders call for unity among journalists 

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As Muslims and Christians observe the holy periods of Ramadan and Lent, The Assistant Inspector General of Police, Special Protection Unit (SPU) Force Headquarters Olatunji Disu and religious leaders has emphasize the importance of peace, unity, and compassion in Nigeria’s multi-faith society. They made the call during the breaking of fast with journalists, an event put together by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council on Tuesday in Abuja. Speaking during the event, AIG, Disu called on journalists to continue to promote peace and unity. He also commended the…

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