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Winners of 7th Edition of Bonny Island Marathon Announced

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Record Participation Marks a Thrilling 2024 Edition Bonny Island, Nigeria — December 14, 2024: The 7th edition of the Bonny Island Marathon themed #OwnYourLegacy, concluded in spectacular fashion, with up to 17% women and 16% teen participation, marking its most inclusive edition yet. Spotlight on Winners and Records The event was historic as MUSA BALA (Plateau State, Nigeria) emerged the Elite Male Category Winner, setting a new course record with an incredible finish time of 55 minutes 11 seconds, shattering the previous record of 55:19 held by Alliyu Abdullahi Muhammed for the 15 Kilometre race. This triumph earned Musa Bala a ₦500,000 cash prize. Elite Female Champion CHARITY AGOFURE (Delta State, Nigeria) crossed the line in 1 hour 6 minutes 15 seconds, securing victory and the ₦500,000 prize. Among teens, TAMUNOSA JACKWILSON PEPPLE (Rivers State) and MIRACLE AFANGIDEH (Akwa Ibom) dominated the Teen Male and Teen Female Categories. The teens category which returned for the...
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DELGA Chairman Pledges Support for Women Farmers, Aligns with State's Agricultural Agenda*

The Executive Chairman of Degema Local Government Area, Hon. Dr. Agiriye Monima Harry, has expressed his administration's commitment to partnering with organizations that promote sustainable and transparent agricultural initiatives in the region. Mrs. Gloria Ugo, Director of Agriculture for Degema LGA, representing the Chairman on November 27th, emphasized the Council's willingness to support practical programs: "The Executive Chairman is dedicated to supporting transparent initiatives. He is a man of his word and will follow through on his commitments. If you work with him, transparency is key." Earlier, Glory Kukanc, President of Women in Farming and Agro-Allied Network (WIFAASAN), while addressing a crowd of participants at a sensitisation program that held at the Council Secretariat in Degema, outlined the organization's goal of empowering women through skill development. She explained that women involved in agriculture would receive training in hairdressing, ...
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Hennessy In the Paint Returns for Its Third Edition, This Time in Port-Harcourt with Nigerian Artist – Kaylion

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Hennessy continues to make a significant impact on communities across Nigeria with the In the Paint Initiative. Following two successful installations in Lagos, Hennessy brought this exciting experience to Port Harcourt, Nigeria, on Sunday, November 3rd, 2024. Hennessy In the Paint, the brand's iconic CSR initiative, launched in 2021 with the aim to inspire communities, support local artists, and renovate basketball courts using arts and culture. Launched in 2021 in Montreal, Canada and having spread its tentacles across different countries including Ghana, South Africa, Tanzania, Kenya, Mexico, Barbados, Hong Kong. The initiative was piloted in Lagos, Nigeria in 2022 with Hennessy revamping the Park 23 basketball court in FESTAC and the Victoria Garden City basketball court in 2023. Now in its third edition, Hennessy has collaborated with Port Harcourt-based artist, Kingsley Archibong (Kaylion) to transform the court E-bluk within the Elekahia housing estate into a stunning piece ...
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Imenyi Ancient Kingdom announces Transition Programme for Enyi-na-Obiangwu

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The Imenyi Ancient kingdom in Isuikwuato, Abia State is gearing up to  bid a befitting farewell to their iconic King and Foremost Chairman of South East Traditional Rulers Council Enyi-na-Obiangwu of Imenyi Ancient Kingdom) Isuikwuato, Abia State, HRM, EZE SIR DR. EZO UKANDU, JP. The foremost traditional ruler and industrialist transited on January 8, 2024 at the age of 87 years. A transition statement jointly signed by the Chairman of the Burial Committee, Senator Emma Nwaka and Secretary, Dr. Onyinye Rufus-Obi on behalf of the Ukandu Royal Family of Ahaba Imenyi, Isuikwuato, Abia State, announced that the four-day funeral programme would begin on Thursday, November 14, 2024 with the reception of the body by Abia State Traditional Rulers at the Council Headquarters in Umuahia before proceeding to Isuikwuato Local Government Headquarters, Mbalano and Lying in State at Imenyi Royal Palace and a wake at Ahaba Imenyi Central School Field, Ahaba Imenyi. On Friday, November 15, 2024, Fu...
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Police Orders Unsealing Of LGA secretariats, withdrawal of deployed personnel with immediate effect

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The Nigeria Police Force, Rivers State Command, has directed that the Local Government Area Secretariats to be unsealed. In the statement by the spokesperson of Rivers State Police Command, SP Grace Iringe-Okoko, said; "In view of the recent political developments in Rivers State, the newly deployed Commissioner of Police, CP Bala Mustapha hereby convey the directives of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, for the immediate withdrawal of all police personnel previously deployed to seal and safeguard the Local Government Secretariats in the state. This decision is in line with the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to ensure neutrality and the smooth functioning of democratic institutions. "Consequently, the IGP has ordered the unsealing of the Local Government Secretariats, which were earlier secured by police personnel. The police will only be redeployed to these locations in the event of any crisis or breakdown of law and order, in which ...
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[AUDIO] Lilian Dinma - CONGRATULATIONS - Mp3

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Lilian Dinma, has released another wonderful inspirational and celebration song of the year with the title: CONGRATULATIONS. The Nigeria born International sensational music artiste known for her dynamic lyrics through her song, in her latest song attributed everything she has achieved to God who has always been there for her through thick and thin. The Sensational artiste said God always give her peace of mind and joy of life at all times, hence attracting good things and Congratulations to hers. The Sensational music artist said everything she does shall be followed by the blessings from God as she don't have time to complain rather, CONGRATULATIONS shall be her portion. Lilian Dinma also said she has seen the blessings and goodness of God in her life through His numerous works. She stated that CONGRATULATIONS is the portion of every member of her family as they are ready to give and sing praises to God. She also encouraged people through her song to always give praises to God no...
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Henshaw Jacobson on the Importance of Telling Our Stories Ahead of QliqMedia’s StartupSouth Event

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Henshaw Jacobson, founder of QliqMedia and Naira Diary, recently emphasized the significance of telling our own stories—whether as individuals, businesses, or as a nation. In a recent post on Facebook and Instagram, Henshaw explained that when we fail to tell our stories and shape our narratives, we allow others—who may not truly understand us—to misrepresent and distort our identity. Drawing on the story of Mungo Park and the River Niger, Henshaw highlighted how our ancestors allowed outsiders to take credit for "discovering" a river that had been a source of life for generations.  In his post, he wrote: " TELL YOUR STORY & BE IN CHARGE" "It’s about time we start telling our own stories and documenting our history and processes to influence and preserve our culture, even as we build brands for impact and profit. Westernizing everything only makes us lose our identity. Allowing people unfamiliar with who we are to tell our stories, instead of doing it ourse...
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