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Jay Moni Gives Lifeline To Orphanage, Prisoners and Indigent Patients In Ogoja, Yala
…Says, My passion’s touching lives with my little
….promised to sustain giving back to society
….commended by prominent personalities
By Ebriku John Friday
A Lagos based rising musical artist, with Wayward Boiz brand, Chris Ogar (aka Jay Moni), Friday, revealed his passion is touching lives with the little he has been blessed with.
Jay Moni
Jay Moni as fondly called, while making this known explained that he is also doing this to mark the 10th burial anniversary of his late father, Mr Raphael Ogar who hailed from Itega Ekpudu, Okpoma, Yala Local Government Area of Cross River, for the enduring legacies he left behind for his children while he was alive.
Meanwhile, on this special mission to turn the darkened hope and gloom faces of vulnerable Nigerians in Okpoma, headquarters of Yala Local Government Area of Cross River State, Jay Moni and his thick entourage including the media and community members visited an orphanage, Divine Providence Home, Ogoja, to identify with them with surprise packages including foodstuff, toiletries, packs of detergents, noodles, rice and other items, which he handed over to the management of the home as his support to them and the children.
He and his entourage earlier were at the Ogoja Correctional Centre of the Nigerian Correctional Service, where he expressed and displayed love and compassionate concern. Jay Moni in his benevolence presented food items to the officers and inmates, and also went as far as clearing financial fines some inmates could not pay to regain their freedom, hence he became their succorer, as met the demands humbly presented by the inmates including clippers and generator set. Others were solar light to help pump water and medicine for their treatment, and this gesture made the entire correctional facility to erupt in unprecedented joy and excitement.
He also proceeded to the General Hospital, Okpoma, where he went to the patients to encourage them each in their sick beds, and did not stop at that but immediately paid medical bills for many indigent patients, including medical bills of patients with cellulitis (a skin disease), delivery through CS and a male patient suffering from Pelvic Ulcer Disorder (PUD), where the patients prayed for him as they immensely appreciated his timely intervention unexpectedly. His team also stopped at the health Centre in Okpoma and cleared the medical pills it the only patient as well as showed love to medical officials.
He said: “As Ogoja, Yala and Cross River boy, I have been doing a lot of charity out there in other states over the years, and this time around I felt it time to come down home to touch the lives of the people and where I come from.
“What really inspired is my past, when we couldn’t feed as expected and talk more of now comparing with back then.
“You see our economy is down, and it has made a whole lot of things happening, which people get involved just to survive including a lot crimes, and in my won little way, which is not that I have much that God has blessed me and the only way is to give back to society because I don’t think there is no charm or thing that is more than giving to the society.
“I am just passionate and concerned to give back to my community for the fact that my community is down and not that my community did anything for me but this is where I come from and it is from my heart.
“We are here at the Ogoja Correctional Centre in Cross River State, where I have handed over some food items and other essential needs for the inmates, and they are very excited. Nothing more than making people who had lost hope to regain hope and joy as they laugh, sing and dance, and basically it is done to the glory of God in fulfilment of His command to live your neighbours around and far away from you.
“From here we are going to the orphanage and also to the General Hospital in Okpoma where all other packages to intervene in the lives of the people would be handed over to them.”
Also he (Jay Moni) disclosed that, “We are into music, lifestyle and fashion including artist mentorship and development, hotels, real estate, making videos, lines of clothing, and other legitimate businesses.”
As part of activities marking 10 years of his father’s burial, he was part of the spectators who watched the finals of a football tournament to celebrate the anniversary in honour of his late father. The finals was played by G Fortune Football club of Ogoja LGA and Golden Age Football club of Yala LGA, where G Fortune won 5 – 3 in a penalty kick.
However, he advised youth on desisting from crime, “My advice always to the youth is crime is not a way to survive but there are clean and cool means of survival including the social media where people are creating useful contents and making money for themselves and families.
“Discover your talents and work on what you know best and keep doing it because I believe one day you will arrive at the peak of your dreams.”
Meanwhile, he urged government to listen to the cries of Nigerians, because it was Nigerians who elected them to be in those public offices they occupy, which “democracy is of the people, by the people, and for the people as we were taught while growing up as children. So they should try their best because people are really suffering.”
Some prominent personalities in the State whom he visited expressed their deep impression of the transformation of Jay Moni’s life and the wisdom and love he has demonstrated by coming down from Lagos to the grassroots he hails from by giving back to them, and promised to support his charity activities and other endeavours.
One of Nigeria’s fast-rising street music stars, Amb. Christopher Ogar – better known by fans as Jay Moni – has just released a brand-new single titled ‘WTMD’, short for Where The Money Dey.
The song, which dropped on 19th April 2025, is already making waves across streaming platforms. Jay Moni teamed up with fellow Nigerian artist Tobless (real name Oluwatobi Adeniran), who brought his signature Afrobeats and hip hop style to the track. Tobless, who is also known simply as Oluwatobi online, adds a unique flair that fans are loving.
‘WTMD’ was produced by JayClasic at the Jay Moni Recording Studio in Lagos, Nigeria, and has quickly started climbing music charts.
To celebrate the release, Jay Moni and his team were hosted by GT Boiz for a special listening party on 2nd May, with several notable personalities in the music industry in attendance, followed by the official release of the music video on 3rd May 2025.
The artist has been building a strong following, thanks to his consistent quality and streetwise sound. His fans say they feel connected to his lyrics and style.
Earlier this year, Jay Moni released Congratulations, another single that became a breakout hit and continues to enjoy massive airplay on radio stations across Nigeria. That track helped cement his place as a name to watch in the country’s vibrant music scene.
With ‘WTMD’, Jay Moni is proving he’s not just a one-hit wonder but a powerful voice in the next wave of Nigerian street music.
The Federal Capital was abuzz with glitz and glamour as nightlife mogul Adewumi Segun Gabriels, popularly known as Theapilifestyle, hosted an exclusive All-White Party to ring in the New Year in grand style.
The high-profile celebration drew an array of celebrities, industry elites, and entertainment powerhouses, including Timini Egbuson, Efetommy, Nimi Briggs, Fantana, Ilebaye, and Ice Prince.
As the co-founder and CEO of Tokyo Nightlife and the visionary behind Apitainment and Apitix, Adewumi has been a driving force in redefining Abuja’s nightlife scene. In his welcome speech, he expressed gratitude to his supporters, business associates, and colleagues for their unwavering backing throughout 2024. He highlighted key milestones, including the successful execution of The Capital Picnic, Young Jonn Live in Abuja, AWG Fest, Rema Live in Abuja, and other premium social events that have solidified Tokyo Nightlife as Abuja’s top luxury entertainment destination.
The night, hosted by the ever-energetic Chuks D’ General, exuded an air of sophistication with guests dressed in dazzling white ensembles. Attendees were treated to electrifying live performances, including a special set by Ice Prince and a captivating live band session, adding to the evening’s unforgettable atmosphere. The culinary experience was equally indulgent, featuring gourmet dishes that complemented the event’s opulence.
More than just a celebration, Theapilifestyle’s All-White Party set the tone for a year of unparalleled entertainment. It reinforced his commitment to curating premium experiences that continue to elevate Abuja’s nightlife culture, promising an even more thrilling 2025.
By Ebriku John Friday
Following the intervention and impact on humanity, the African Union Commission, AUC, has deemed it fit to honour Nigeria rising street music artist, Christopher Ogar (aka Jay Moni) with the prestigious ‘Ambassador for Global Peace Award’.
The Award is being conferred on Jay Moni, CEO Jaytech Group of Companies and a BOT of the Wayward brand, for his passion and compassion for humanity and his commitment to make other Africans comfortable and have a sense of belonging through his humanitarian interventions and philanthropic activities.
According to the AUC, Jay Moni is a young Nigerian and African artist who does what would change the narrative among Africans, and the young and vibrant celebrity has given himself to service and development of the entire young populace across the country and continent.
Meanwhile, in an emotion laden voice of excitement and humility, Jay Moni expressed his profound gratitude and appreciation to the AUC for the rare honour done on him.
He said the ‘Ambassador for Global Peace Award’ is a call to duty to escalate what he has been doing to a new level, and he said Africans’ well-being should be of priority to every well meaning African, therefore, Africans who are well doing should show love, care and concern to other less privileged Africans.
Recently, Jay Moni and his entourage embarked on a charity mission in honour of his late father, Pa Raphael Ogar Oluohu, while commemorating the 10th anniversary of his burial, which he was at his home town in Yala Local Government Area and Ogoja, where he started pursuing his music career, which him and his team visited the Ogoja Correctional Centre, where he facilitated the release of inmates whose bail terms are negotiable, and he was at the orphanage home in Ogoja, and doled out cash, food items, with several other items.
Meanwhile, at the Okpoma General Hospital, Jay Moni paid the medical bills of all patients.
Jay Moni (middle) and his team members after his decoration as an AU Ambassador for Global Peace recently
He also distributed food items to locals on the streets of Okuku and shared cash to support the people.
According to him, it is his humble way of give back to the society from the blessing of God upon his life.
He said: “I am beyond honored to be seen worthy by the African Union to be made an Ambassador.
“I do not take this honour for granted in any way as this only propels me to do more for humanity.
“I sincerely appreciate the AU for this recognition, which I never thought of but was just being concerned and doing what God had laid in my heart.
“Not that I have too much but thought it wise to share part of what God has blessed me with because I understand what it means to be far below the poverty line and how unbearable it becomes to the extent people even die out of want and lack.
“Therefore, Africans’ well-being should be of priority to every well meaning African, and I call on Africans who are well doing should show love, care and concern to other less privileged Africans.
“Meanwhile, my big shout-out to my team and everyone who’s been a part of this… Love y’all immensely…#Alhamdulillah.”
Jay Moni, middle, and others
