BARR. ALOYSIUS OSUJI WISHES IMOLITES A GOOD VALENTINE

A frontliner in Imo State politics and a Governorship hopeful Chief Barr. Aloysius Osuji have this to say to Imolites:

Here's to a great Valentine, a great Valentine's Day, a great future ahead and a great beginning to a new phase in our lives. May God bless us all. 

Hardy swipes on OAPs: Repackage to be as special as you used to be

Mr. Chinedu Hardy Nwadike the Founder of OtownGist Media & Entertainment has frowned at the common nature of OAPs in Imo State, adding that if they don’t repackage, there won’t be anything special about them again.

Hardy who is the President of Imo State Bloggers Association, said the profession has lost its flare as some people in it don’t even understand the weight they carry.

He said; “I often hide my face when I hear some people I meet are OAPs. They might have the swagger on radio but when you meet them, you don’t just feel that aura of someone you listen to over the radio”

“The packaging is just too poor and some of them don’t even dress 30% of the way someone in showbiz should. They just appear as petty traders because they think people won’t recognize them”

“I have seen fans become disappointed because of this and it is doing more harm than good to young people joining the industry as well as the old timers who know the in and out of their onion”

Recalling when OAPs became the first celebrities in Imo State, Hardy said it would be nice to bring back those days when people on the radio and television were seen as they sounded.

He urged those dragging the image of the trade to the muds to repackage themselves so as to become the fans’ favourites again.

“You can’t board devil’s airways and expect to meet Jesus at the airport. These are the voices our people adore and I think they should always do their fans a little favour by always looking good to avoid that regular disappointment the fans feel every now and then.”

“Again, they should get involved in the show and not just the biz or just sit at home and the office. They should get in other media, throw their faces out there for people to read about them. If you want to play in the Champions League, you must take a flight”

Chinedu Hardy Nwadike who is also an author, recently released his third novel, ‘Just a Girl’s Story’, with accolades pouring in from different angles because of the boldness in the story which talks about self-inflicted pains on women.

Barr. Osujis Vision for Imo Industrial Rebirth in 2019

Agriculture and industries are the bedrock of every sustainable economy.  A nation that cannot feed her citizens is essentially, a failed state.  This is the reason countries with a thinking leadership or critically minded leaders often and constantly prioritize these two all-important sectors of the economy.

The failure of successive administrations in Imo State since the exit of Late Chief Samuel Onunaka Mbakwe, to kick-start the much-needed agro-industrial revolution of the state, has been attributed to several factors including but not limited to the phenomenon of emergency governors, a situation that is prompted by the inability of the masses (electorates) to sieve the chaff from the wind.  This backward political culture of the people on the other hand, is sustained by poverty because from experience, majority of voters demand gratification before casting their votes.  The result is that square pegs are fitted into round holes in terms of governance.

2019 presents another golden opportunity for Ndimo to usher in a new era of knowledge-based, policy-driven governance using their voting power.  Barrister Aloysius Osuji comes with an entirely new vision for the industrialization of Imo State.  The United Kingdom-trained Legal Practitioner quite understands the dynamics of sustainable economic growth and development having trained and worked in some of the biggest and most developed economies of the world.  Barr. Osuji plans to strengthen the synergy between agriculture and industries by first, bringing in the latest but best technologies applicable in modern mechanized agricultural production.

Barr Osuji realizes the futility of a food sufficiency drive without the application of the necessary agricultural technology.  The present sloganeering with the agricultural sector by past and present governments in Imo State, in Barr. Osujis view cannot produce the expected result.  There is therefore the need for a paradigm shift to spur food production and provide raw materials for agro-allied industries to be established in different parts of Imo State especially, the rural areas based on the time-tested, globally acclaimed principle of comparative advantage.  Barr. Osuji has seen it work in Europe, America and China, and is therefore determined to replicate this in Imo.

The principle of comparative advantage in Barr. Osujis blueprint for Imo industrial revolution, will ensure that local governments or communities host industries that utilise raw materials available in their localities, something akin to what Late Governor Mbakwe did for instance, with the now collapsed Ceramic Industry at  Nsu Ehime Mbano that has a lot of clay deposits for the production of ceramics.  Likewise, the Late M.I. Okpara, Governor of the former Eastern Region located the now moribund ADAPALM in Ohaji/Egbema LGA due to the available of land and palm there.  Ditto for Nkalagu Cement Factory located in Nkalagu Ebonyi State, with large deposits of limestone (the major raw material for cement).

But unlike the Sam Mbakwe industrialization strategy which allowed government to manage those industries, Barr. Osuji intends to leverage his extensive contacts and connections to lure private investors in the actualization this dream.

Barr. Osuji understands the role of small and medium Scale Enterprises, SMEs, as a veritable tool to trigger off a quantum leap in industrialization and agro-revolution.  Having travelled widely to the Asian economic tigers like China and others, Osuji intends to deploy the success story of China SMEs in the Imo situation.  Today, China remains the largest producer and exporter of merchandise in the whole world courtesy of the activities of small and medium scale enterprises.  Experience has shown that large numbers of electronic and household products from China are produced in small apartments; this is the magic of SMEs.

But to replicate the Chinese experience, there has to be thorough re-jigging of the operations these SMEs via government policy.  As a keen observer of the goings-on in our state and country, Barr. Osuji is well aware of the bureaucratic bottle-necks which SMEs encounter in order to acess loans from financial institutions.  To illustrate: at about 22% interest rate, small and medium scale enterprises need the grace of God to breakeven in business.  This is further compounded by the short term nature of the loans available to SME operators.  Elsewhere long term loans ensure that start-ups survive the often tough incubation period.  Experience also shows that even when government provides such incentives, the loans are more often hijacked by politicians who convert them to personal use.  There is also the angle of bureaucratic corruption.  So, to achieve the objective of leveraging SMEs (as in China) to kick start the manufacturing sector, would require a leadership or governor with a matching disposition and political will built on corporate discipline and experience.

This is where Barr. Aloysius Osuji (Agunecheibe) legal luminary and globally acclaimed technocrat comes in to fill the gap.  Imo people must think differently in 2019, because the old political war-horses have obviously failed the masses alongside their so-called dominante political parties.  Imo voters must begin to de-emphasize money in their voting behavior and focus on candidates with track records of service.  Attention must shift from who has structure to who can deliver, as there is no other time for salvaging Imo than now.

IMSETFund EDU TOUR MOVES TO IMSU

All is now set for IMSETFund EDU TOUR at Imo State University, Owerri, on Wednesday, 25th October 2017 by 12 noon.

EDU TOUR which had previously held at Imo State School of Nursing and Midwifery, Orlu and Imo State College of Health, Amaigbo, promises to be bigger, better and fun at Imo State University.

Students and staff of the institution and the general public are invited to this unique event.

See you there.

IMSET FUND HUNTS FOR IMO TALENTS

In the bid to give value to the teeming indigenous artistic talents, Imo State Education Trust Fund in partnership with Splashout Production and Promotion, is organising EDU FANS HANGOUT/TALENT HUNT.

Audition shall hold at Bongo Center on 26th October 2017 by 10am. Interested IMOLITES should come to the venue with their music single.

Successful participants shall perform before the Chief Guest of Honour, His Excellency, Owelle Rochas Okorocha, on 31st October 2017 at Imo International Convention Center by 3pm.

Special prizes has been mapped out to be given to the best music talents on that day.

EDU FANS HANGOUT/ TALENT HUNT, Let's go there!

GOVERNOR ROCHAS OKOROCHA COMMENDS IMO TEACHERS

As the teachers in the State joined their colleagues all over the Country to celebrate their day, the Governor, Owelle Rochas Okorocha has commended them for their unbridled commitment and their avowed patriotism and said that he would continue to appreciate them as governor and even when he must have also left as governor.

The governor remarked that the teachers in the State have always exhibited high level of selflessness in the discharge of their primary assignment and in the way they handle students and pupils entrusted into their cares. He also commended the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) in the State for their dedication.

He noted that the remarkable performances of students from the State in public exams could only be seen as the outcome of the hardwork of the teachers in the State and added that as they care for the students, God would also care for them and their families.

The governor explained that the free education programme in the State would not have had the huge success it has recorded without the wonderful contributions of the teachers and noted that the success story of the free education policy of the State Government would not be complete without the noble role played by the teachers being mentioned.

The governor assured that he would continue to hold the teachers in the State in high esteem and would stop at nothing to see to their welfare and prayed God to bless all of them abundantly.

IMSU VICE-CHANCELLOR ADAOBI OBASI LOSES SON.

The Vice Chancellor of Imo State University, Prof Victoria Adaobi Obasi, has reportedly lost her son after a brief illness.

According to a Facebook post by Iheanyi Daniel Enwerem, Mr. Nnamdi Obasi died as a result of internal bleeding, after surgery.

Enwerem said, “Mr. Nnamdi Obasi who died today’s morning at a Hospital (name withheld) along Orlu road, Owerri is the son of the Vice Chancellor of Imo State University, Professor Victoria Adaobi Obasi.”

Confirming his death in a lengthy post, political strategist and Youth mobiliser, Ifeanyi Cy Njoku, said the young man died from appendix complications on 13th of August, 2017, in an undisclosed hospital in Owerri.

Obasi who got married two years ago was last seen in a public function with his wife a day before his death, Njoku said.

“He saw his death coming, but couldn’t comprehend it…

“Take her great lady, just a day after you anchored the official unveiling of Elfreeda Foundation program as the master of ceremony (Mc), thrilling your audience with wonderful tunes and melodious voice, you lost your darling husband who was obviously elated watching your performance on stage at the same event.

“He saw his death coming, but couldn’t comprehend it. Seating on a round table chair with friends and guest at the opening ceremony of Elfreeda Foundation, he was reported to have told a friend that he has appendicitis but is afraid of doing the operation here in Nigeria.

“At night, the appendix raised it’s ugly head and he was rushed to a renowned family surgeon at a hospital in Orlu road Owerri after Federal Medical Centre Owerri. The surgery was carried out, and compounding his fear, he was reported to have died of complications arising from bleeding.

“Just two years after their wedding, oh! leaving a pretty, gorgeous and soft spoken woman heart broken.

Rest in peace Mr. Nnamdi Obasi, be consoled Mrs. Obasi, take heart Prof Adaobi Obasi.”

Nnamdi was in his early 30s left  behind his Jamaican wife and young son.

Tuface Idibia storms Imo State for endorsement of LadyG, Achara Man, others as Gov. Okorocha fulfils promises

Afro pop legend Tuface Idibia aka Tubaba will be storming Owerri, the capital City of Imo State for the endorsement of singer cum rapper Cynthia Ladyg Anyiam popularly known as LadyG in an event of dual highpoints.

LadyG who was favoured at the Imo Artiste Conference which took place on April 29, 2017 at Imo International Convention Center Owerri, will now be soaring under the influential feathers of Tubaba’s Hypertek Records as was promised by the state governor Owelle Rochas Okorocha at the April event, while other artistes like Acharaman, Sparks, etc who were promised various rewards, will be receiving them.

In a statement by Hon.  Irouno Chukwunonye, the Senior Special Assistant to Imo State Governor on Entertainment, the August 16 event will be ‘redemption and elevation showers’, as artistes will be going home with the Two Hundred Thousand Naira (N200,000) and Hundred Thousand Naira (N100,000) promised to those who performed at the Imo Got Talent Fiesta.

With Governor Rochas Okorocha as the Special Guest of Honour and the Chief of Staff to Government House Owerri, Ugwumba Uche Nwosu, as the host, Hon. Irouno further stated that “all artistes are expected to reignite their music and comedy flames, to capture the admiration of the Governor, Record Label owners and the teaming crowd”.

He then urged all members of the industry to be present at the event in solidarity as “injury to one, is injury to all, just as blessing to one, is blessing to all”.

Meanwhile, the affected artistes are urged to be at the Bongo Center today Tuesday August 15, 2017, by 2:00pm, for briefing and Soundcheck ahead of the Wednesday August 16, 2017 event which will be kicking off by 12:00 noon at Imo International Convention Center Owerri with the best of the best in the State set to grace the stage again.

D-Packsy – S.U.R.U.Y.A (Prod By Somik) || @LEOKISQO @PACIFICD_PACKSY

D-PACKSY is here again with a new dope tune titled S.U.R.U.Y.A, a song that has been tipped to make your body shaking vigorously even if you don’t want to dance, this is coming after the release of their emancipation track titled 2WHOM, where they demanded good leadership and quality representation. From the country’s political class.

The somik-produced S.U.R.U.Y.A is a song you can never afford to miss.

Direct Download Link: http://screengist.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/D-PACKSY_Suruya-Prod-by-Somik.mp3

Notjustok Direct Download Link: https://my.notjustok.com/track/download/id/255473

RESIGNATION PROTEST: PRESIDENCY FAULTS PROTESTERS DEMAND

The Presidency says those calling on ailing President Muhammadu Buhari to resign are acting in breach of the 1999 constitution. Senior special assistant to the president on media and publicity stated this while reacting to a protest asking president Buhari to resume duties or resign from office.

A group of protesters had earlier lock down parts of the federal capital territory demanding president Buhari to either resume or resign from office. The protest is coming over ninety days after president Buhari return to United Kingdom on a medical follow up.

Reacting, Garba Shehu said president Buhari acted in accordance with the relevant sections of the constitution by transmitting powers to his vice.

Trez Lupe drops another beautiful tune he titles ONYEMAECHI

This is definitely good.
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Check out this beautiful tune from MOF Entertainment signee

Winkzy finally drops the long anticipated audio single titled PRAISE THE Lord as his first official single under MOF.

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MOF ENTERTAINMENT SALUTES IRUNO “THE MAN WHO DOES IT WELL”

In entertainment nobody does it flawlessly but in Imo State, Hon. Chukwunonye Iruno, does it well. No one can question his mastery of his art; he has vast knowledge of the industry and his stage-craftsmanship is the thrill of the public.

The recent announcement of the reappointment of Hon. Chukwunonye Iruno as the Special Adviser, Entertainment, Government of Imo State, attests to the foresight of the Government of the day in putting round pegs in round holes.

Entertainment in Imo State has never been as good as it was under Iruno. In his first term he fostered unity in the industry through his servant-leadership style. As the leader of Imo Based Artistes League, He bridged the hitherto gap between government and entertainers in the State, increased performance opportunities for talents across genre, created the enabling environment for local music export, mentored many new entrants in the industry etc.

Truly, etcetera is the best way to summarize the first tenure of Hon. Chukwunonye Iruno because of his countless achievements. MOF Entertainment, being an indigenous outfit is fascinated however by the hope his reappointment elicits.

We look forward to virile industry, one that will be the allure in the comity of States and across the global. We are hopeful that his second term in office will cement the evolving relationship between the media and the entertainment industry in Imo State, that music will embrace innovation through facilities provision, upgrade and science. We also expect that the rights, health and welfare of Entertainers be given more attention to encourage their individual efforts.

Congratulations Hon. Chukwunonye Iruno.

Congratulations big brother of MOF Entertainment.

Congratulations inspiration of Imo State artistes.  

Signed:

Henry Ofe

Manager

MOF Entertainment

MOF ENTERTAINMENT JUST GOT BIGGER WITH THE SIGNING OF JOE DANIELS TO HER LABEL

At MOF Entertainment the horizon just got wider; the prospect is higher and her arts are now more exhilarating with the signing of upcoming and recording artiste, Joe Daniels to her Label.

MOF Entertainment whose CEO is singer and performing artiste, Sauw Blaze had in February 2017 signed McDow, another rap artiste, poised to take the industry by storm. With the singing of Joe Daniels, the Label has vowed to leverage the power of numbers to make good the saying “iron sharpen iron”, create a niche for her and continue to spur her teeming fans with pleasurable entertainment.

Sauw Blaze at Bongo Center on 29th June 2017, during the signing ceremony exuberantly opined that “though “igwe buike”, the reason we consider today to be remarkable for MOF Entertainment is not because we increased in numbers but because we are one step closer to the actualization of our mission which is creating industrial opportunities for others and because the Artiste being signed today is full of potentials”.

Golden Mighty Joe AKA Joe Daniels was born in Port Harcourt and hails from Mbaitol Local Government in Imo State, Nigeria. He is currently a final year student of Imo State University where he is studying Quantity Survey. He has singles such as TIME, SMILE and others yet to drop. He majors in gospel and reality genres.

 Stakeholders in the industry, fans and critics of MOF Entertainment are all looking to see what becomes of the Label now that she has added a new member to her team. But the Label insists that the best is yet to come and promises to keep making Imolites and Nigerians proud.

SAUW BLAZE HAS BEEN ELECTED THE PRESIDENT OF THE INDIGENOUS PEOPLE OF OGWA.

The CEO of MOF Group who is also a Singer, Recording and Performing Artiste, Writer, Blogger, OAP, TV Host, Entrepreneur and budding Showbiz principality, Unabunwa Samuel Chizoba Wesley popularly called Sauw Blaze was yesterday elected the President of the Indigenous People of Ogwa.

Ogwa which is one of the Biggest Clans in Owerri, the largest political Constituency in Nigeria yesterday gave Sauw Blaze their vote to pilot the affairs of IPOA alongside other Elected Executives.

Reacting to his election, Sauw Blaze  thanked the Board of Trustees' Chairman, Mr Patterson Onuegbu (South Africa) and other members of the BoT, the Immediate past President Barr Ikenna Kingsley, Patrons of the the Movement and the General Assembly of the Indigenous People of Ogwa for finding him and other elected officials worthy to lead one of the largest Movements in Mbaitoli, Imo State and Nigeria at large.

IPOA is saddled with the responsibility of advocating for the welfare, wellbeing and self actualization of every Ogwa indigene.

In his Manifesto, Sauw Blaze enthused thus:

"No Sacrifice is too big to make for the betterment of our Mother land. The Land of Our Nativity is at this point in need of men; men who shall work assiduously with like minds in tangential synergy to create a dream community. A community where education is not only free but the quality is at par with global standard and the environment is suitable for learning. I envision Ogwa where crime is alien given to the strategic engagement of the unoccupied youths, a town where talents are harnessed for the pride of the people and a place where prosperity is the trademark.

By the grace of God, IPOA, amongst other group, has been saddled with the responsibility to realise some of these yearnings highlighted in my introductory declaration. This body had already began different projects like " One Child, One Book" Campaign among others to actualize IPOA mandates. May I at this juncture commend the out-going Executive team of IPOA led by  Barr Ikenna Kingsley for the feats achieved. I would love to note that because of the preponderance of democracy, there will always come a time when there must be a transition of Government, not necessarily because the incumbent has not done well but to give room for others to take part in the leadership of the association as provided in the constitution.

Having been around for some years now and working with the out-going Executive in the Capacity of the DOS, it is my desire to see IPOA sustained in growth, relevance and impact. I have given it a broad thought and have decided to offer myself to serve IPOA in the office of the President.

I come with just one agenda which is *A better Ogwa*
As simple as the  agenda looks, it is a summary of our vision and mission which we shall work together to actualize.

To better Ogwa we have to encourage and advocate for  QUALITY *EDUCATION, SECURITY, OPPORTUNITIES, BASIC SOCIAL AMENITIES, UNITY, INCREASED INVOLVEMENT IN THE GOVERNMENT OF THE STATE AND MEANINGFUL APPOINTMENTS* amongst others. This is to say that the emphasis, when I am duly elected as the President shall be those highlighted and you can agree with me that there shall be tremendous change if the highlighted are achieved.

But I can not achieve those without your support so I hereby, with all humility, request for your support as I vie for the office of the President and for my tenure if elected as the President of the *Indigenous People of Ogwa Association*

Thanks for your anticipated support even as I look forward to working with all of us for the betterment of our Mother land. .

I remain my humble self
Unabunwa Samuel Chizoba Wesley"

Sauw Blaze Pledged to give his best to the land of his Nativity but what people are still wondering about is how he's intends to run Entertainment and Showbiz with Politics and Leadership of his clan.

Nollywood Actor Caught in the Act With Another Man's Wife in Hotel

Nollywood actor Wilson Joshua was yesterday caught with a married woman in a hotel at World Bank, Owerri, Imo State.

 

The actor who is just coming to limelight, and who has featured in couple of movies and comedy skits, paid for a hotel room and lured one Mrs Jennifer to go have some fun with him. The husband of Jennifer was said to have gotten a tipoff by a friend and they stormed the hotel where he caught the young actor and his wife in the act. He forced them to continue. A very noisy scene was created thereafter.

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OAP El-MickyJay Shares Touching Photos With Sick People

Orient FM Owerri On Air Personality El MickyJay (Ejeh Michael) anchors "Heal The World" radio show which is used to tell the public about sick and disabled people who need help in one way or another.

He shared on Facebook, photos of some people are are currently receiving treatment.

"HEAL THE WORLD is a life changing program that runs on IBC Orient FM 94.4,Owerri. Every Thursday by 9.00pm, the sick guest will reel out his/her problem to the listening public then the public in turn will make contributions via phone call to solve the problem. It's a program that pays the hospital bills of those that cannot help themselves.

Face of Igbo Heritage 2017 commences registration

Holy Kiss Nigeria limited brings to you a pageant with a difference. It is Face of Igbo Heritage 2017. Registration has commenced for the "Empowerment Edition".

The Face of Igbo Heritage is approved and endorsed by South East Council of Traditional Rulers, (Anambra State Government) Office of the SSA to Governor on Youth Mobilization and Ohaneze Ndi Igbo Worldwide.
Check the flyer for more details.

Jubilation as Pasolo restores light in Abajah Community

There were jubilation in Ekpe isu, Umuoma and umuozuo villages in Abajah autonomous community in Nwangele local government following the restoration of their electricity, courtesy of Mr. Solomon Ucheka also known as Pasolo.

The three villages according sources, have been without electricity, until recently the founder of Pasolo Foundation, Mr. Ucheka donated a 300KVA/0415KV transformer which was commissioned last week by officials of Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC).

Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, the Fida Manager Amarako/Amaimo division, Engr. Gabriel Ndukuba who commended Mr. Ucheka for the philanthropic gesture, urged members of the communities to guide the transformer jealously reminding them of the duration they stayed without electricity, if not for the intervention of their son, Mr. Ucheka.

Robbers almost burnt to death in Imo State

A gang of "armed robbers" were almost set ablaze by an angry mob yesterday in Imo state. The robbers had been attacking and robbing individuals and businesses in Ogbaku - Ubomiri -Ifakala -Umunoha axis of Mbaitoli Local Government Area of Imo State and the robbery had become so frequent that people and businesses operated in fear daily. The communities were said to have formed vigilante groups to secure the communities.

Yesterday was the unlucky day for the robbers as the vigilantes disarmed them, beat them and were getting ready to set them on fire as African jungle justice goes before policemen intervened.
One of the robbers was however said to have died from his wounds before police intervention.

Imo Chief of Staff Stops Convoy to Rescue Accident Victims

According to eyewitness report the Imo state chief of staff Honourable Uche Nwosu yesterday stopped his convoy to help rescue victims of a bad motor accident. The car involved in the accident had tumbled and trapped the occupants inside. Uche Nwosu was said to have helped rescue the victims and paid for their medical bills.

He later posed for pictures with hip hop star Timaya and other entertainers at the Democracy Day celebration in Imo state.

Diamond Bank staff wear school uniforms to work

Staff of Diamond Bank celebrated the May 27th Children's day in style.

They were all dressed in different school uniforms as they celebrate with children worldwide.

The staff went to the extent of forming an assembly line, a routine that is common among kids and secondary school students.. They also knelt down in the banking halls just to carry out a convincing show.

PRES. BUHARI APPROVES NEW BOARDS FOR ALL FEDERAL POLYTECHNICS, COLLEGES OF EDUCATION (FULL LIST)

Pres. Muhammadu Buhari has approved new boards for Federal Polytechnics and Colleges of Education. According to the Minister Of Education, Mr. Adamu, the affected Federal Colleges of Education and their respective chairmen are as follows: 

Abubakar Galadima - Federal College of Education, Oyo; 

F.G. Ibrahim - Federal College of Education, Asaba; 

Saidu Isa - Federal College of Education, Osiele-Abeokuta.

Others are:

S.L. Abubakar - Federal College of Education, Kano;

Lawan Bukar - Federal College of Education, Eha-Amufu; Sa’ad Abubakar - Federal College of Education, Okene; Hassan Al-Badawi - Federal College of Education (Technical), Gombe;

Aminu Mikailu, Federal College of Education (Technical), Omoku.

Aminu Gwarzo - Federal College of Education, Kontagora; Bello Lafiagi - Federal College of Education, Zaria; 

Ibrahim Garba - Federal College of Education, Pankshin; and Alex Hartt - Alvan Ikoku College of Education, Owerri.

Almona Ise - Federal College of Education, Yola; 

E.O. Adegbite - Federal College of Education (Technical), Potiskum; 

Iyabo Anisulowo - Federal College of Education (Technical), Gusau;

Iheneacho Obioma - Federal College of Education (Technical), Akoka.

Danjuma Sulai - Federal College of Education, Katsina; Ibrahim Bello - Federal College of Education (Technical), Bichir;

Anthony Obi - Federal College of Education, Obudu; 

N.C. Ohazurike - Adeyemi College of Education, Ondo;

Hassan Lawan - Federal College of Education, Umunze.

Mr. Adamu said that the new governing boards comprising chairmen and members of the federal colleges would be inaugurated on a date to be announced soon.

Mr. Adamu also disclosed that President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the reconstitution of the governing boards of all the 25 federal polytechnics in the country.

He said the boards are statutorily responsible for the governance and overall policy formulation for the institutions concerned.

He said in making the appointments of the chairpersons and members of the respective boards, the President, apart from ensuring geopolitical spread, was also guided by the stipulated requirements for such appointments.

He said the appointment was in line with was contained in each of the Acts establishing various institutions.

He added that each of the appointees was required to, among others, possess a minimum of a National Diploma and be a person of impeccable integrity with a strong commitment to technical education.

According to him, the affected Polytechnics and their respective Chairmen are as follows: 

J.T. Orkar - Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic Unwana, Afikpo; Michael Oloko - Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi;

Austin Adeze - Federal Polytechnic, Ado Ekiti.

Yalwa Tahir - Federal Polytechnic, Bali; 

Abubakar Dantata - Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi;

Muhammad Yakya - Federal Polytechnic, Bida; 

Mohammed Abubakar - Federal Polytechnic, Damaturu;

Nasir Yauri - Federal Polytechnic, Ede.

Eddy Olanipekun - Federal Polytechnic, Ekowe; 

Ibrahim Liman Sifawa - Federal Polytechnic, Idah; 

Abubakar Sadauki - Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro;

Odey Ochicha - Federal Polytechnic, Ile-Oluji;

Kingsley Alagoa - Federal Polytechnic, Kaura Namoda.

Bassey Usang Bassey - Federal Polytechnic, Mubi;

Godwin Sogolo - Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa; 

Edwin Ogunbor - Federal Polytechnic, Nekede, Owerri;

Osekula Zikora, Federal Polytechnic, Offa;

Lasbury Amadi - Federal Polytechnic, Oko.

Ucha Julius Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny; 

Ike Udabah - Federal Polytechnic, Ukana;

Abayomi Daramola - Hussaini Adamu Federal Polytechnic, Kazaure;

Yusuf Hassan - Kaduna Polytechnic, Kaduna.

David Adewunmi - National Institute of Construction Technology, Uromi;

Ismail Biodun Layi Oni - Waziri Umaru Federal Polytechnic, Birnin-Kebbi;

Lateef Fagbemi - Yaba College of Technology, Yaba.

Mr. Adamu said that the new governing boards comprising the chairpersons and members of the polytechnics would be inaugurated on a date to be announced soon.

Labels scramble for unsigned artistes, as Tuface, Atiba, GospelOnTheBeatz speak in first Imo Artistes Conference

Afro pop legend Tuface Idibia alongside others with inspiring success stories have been drafted as speakers in the first ever Imo Entertainment Conference slated for Saturday April 29, 2017 at Imo International Convention Center Owerri.

The conference which has been described as a meeting point for Imo Entertainers with stake holders and investors from within and outside the state is tagged ‘Entertainment is the new oil’ and is packaged by the collaborative efforts of the joint conveners, Uriel Nwadiaro of the Grey Lines Company and the office of the Senior Special Assistant on Entertainment and Public Affairs to Governor of Imo State.

Speaking ahead of the event, the SSA on Entertainment and Public Affairs, Hon. Chukwunonye Irouno said the event is in line with the vision of the state governor to transform the entertainment industry into a major pillar for socioeconomic development in Imo State. He revealed that his office is taking things step by step and testimonies have been recorded in the past months.

“We started by showing that Imo is really blessed with talents and we have maintained that consistency by showing that what we have is not a fluke or over hyped individuals. Most of those who had development love for outside talents have started appreciating what we have here and the next thing is for us to market these talents for general growth and development.

“We are bringing investors in different genres of entertainment to see what we have and also see who and who would be picked on that day. What we are doing has never been done here before and that is also why we are bringing individuals with excellent track record in the industry as speakers to these young ones. They will tell them how to go about their entertainment business, so as to succeed” Hon. Irouno said.

Other speakers at the event include Gospel on the Beat, Ateba alongside others from various sectors of the entertainment industry. Registrations of delegates will kick off by 8:00am, while the main conference starts by 10:00am at Imo International Convention Center, IICC Owerri.

Audition for performances for the conference will hold on April 25th and 26th, 2017 at Bongo Center beginning by 3:00pm each of the days with a Two Thousand Naira [N2000] ticket admitting interested participant, while artistes will be given time to perform after the conference which will be featuring speeches, question and answer sessions.  Participants seeking special celebrity attentions at the conference are to pay Thirty Thousand Naira [N30,000] only. The tickets are on sale at House of Freeda, Grand Cubana, Bongo Center, Rock View Hotels and Zanders FM.

Afropop legend, Tuface Idibia aka Tubaba has already released a video message calling on entertainers and stakeholders of the industry in Imo State to attend the event en masse because of the rich positive impact and connections it is going to offer.

Also in the line of activities for the day is the grand finale of the Imo Student Got Talent Fiesta which will kick off after the conference at the same venue by 5:00pm. The N2000 ticket for the conference will also be valid for the Talent Fiesta.

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Music: Walawala - Sauw Blaze ft. Trez Lupe

Nigerian Singer, Unabunwa Samuel Chizoba Wesley aka Sauw Blaze has finally dropped the much anticipated song titled "Walawala" after enjoying relative success in the Eleven track Album he dropped last year.

A song he said is for every hustler trying to live their dreams and it was produced by Trez Lupe (TrezBeatz) who was also featured in the song.

You would definitely want to listen to this.

Download: Walawala - Sauw Blaze ft. Trez Lupe

Mr and Miss Imo state Nigeria Queen pageant unveils 2017 contestants

The organizers of Mr and Miss Imo state Nigeria Queen pageant has unveiled the contestants for the 2017 edition of the annual beauty pageant contest.

The theme of this year's edition is "beauty beyond the eyes" and will have 40 contestants vying for the prestigious crown.

The contestants will Camp one week at prestigious Titanic view hotel before the grand finale on 8th April at Jesus Christ Never Fails Event Centre, Owerri, Imo state.

See more stunning photos of the contestants after the cut.....

2017 Audition: Miss Planet Nigeria pageant

Are you a lady? Do you reside in Nigeria? Are you between the ages of 18 And 29? Do you you have what it takes to represent Nigeria in an International contest?

Then it is your chance to be the next Miss Planet Nigeria 2017.

Audition dates and venues nationwide include:

2017 Audition: Miss Diamond Nigeria pageant

Are you beautiful, intelligent, creative and passionate to create an impact in the society then register for one of the most sought after transparent pageants in Nigeria Miss Diamond Nigeria.

A no-Bikini contest that is geared towards correcting some errors in the Pageant industry and giving beauty queens their most desired dreams without compromise.

Prices to be won include:

Queen Confidence Celebrates Val with MOUA Staff School Pupils

For Queen Uchay Pinkberry, celebrating Valentine's day with the Pupils of Micheal Okpara University OF Agriculture, Staff School (MOUA) Umudike was the best way to share love.

This beauty queen who is the Reigning Miss SouthEast Nigeria is a 300 level Accountancy student of MOUA.

She revealed that even before she ventured into modelling, she has the burning desire to touch lives positively saying her position as a beauty queen was the perfect opportunity she has been dreaming for to effect and impact on lives and her society positively.

Her words:

Valentine Wishes from Mr and Miss Fashion Nigeria International

We are all a little weird and life is a little weird too. When we find someone in whose weirdness we are compatible with, that is when it is love - true love.

Queen Modesta Okeke (Miss Fashion Nigeria International 2016) and Mr Daniel Nwahiri (Mr. Fashion Nigeria International 2016) wish Nigerians and all lovers of fashion, Happy Valentine. From all of us at Michy Conglomerate.

VOICE: Sauw Blaze Set To Launch Maiden Album

All is now set for the much talked about Album launch of one of the fastest rising Soul/RnB/Hip-hop/Gospel singer from South-East, Nigeria under MOF ENTERTAINMENT.

The Album titled "VOICE" which is an acronym for Veritably Outstanding, Informative Cum Entertaining is an Eleven tracks album featuring D7, Fizzeh Fly and Kblinks and was produced by Suspense Babani/Fizzeh Fly/ D7.

Face Of Carnival Calabar 2016 commences registration

The most cherished event of the year known for its spectacular showcase of culture and traditions , Calabar Carnival which has it's beauty pageant segment has promised to showcase a world class event this year.

The event which is in collaboration with Cross River State Carnival Commission and So Connect Media has promised to give tourists an exciting and thrilling moment.

Benefits for participants: 

Judith Nwaobasi emerges as the face of Damofgroup blog

Judith Nwaobasi was born on the 2nd of May 1996 to the family of Pastor and pastor Mrs Jude Nwaobasi from Ehime mbano LGA in lmo state,Nigeria.

Statistics:

Height5'8
Shoulder16
Bust32
Waist24
Hips36
Size10

She is the second of three, having an older sister and a young brother.

Osuala Chudi, Judith Orisaekeziem emerge Mr. & Miss South East Students Nigeria

In a glamour packed Night, Osuala Chudi Quincy and Judith Orisaekeziem both emerged Mr. & Miss South East Students Nigeria respectively during the grand finale held at De Range Hotels, New Owerri, Imo State.

Speaking shortly after the event, Mr. Caleb John, the CEO of Asacelem Entertainment, organizers of the pageant, said he is glad the best has emerged. He hailed the spirit of all the competitors as well as the quality they all brought into the pageant. He said: “They were all fantastic from the beginning and this is just when you feel like you don’t know what to do, but a winner has to emerge at the end of the day”