Group Managing Director of CMC Connect (Perception Managers), Mr. Yomi Badejo-Okusanya, has been honoured by the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) with the ‘ Bob Ogbuagu Leadership Award’ for positively impacting the Nigerian PR profession and inspiring younger practitioners. The award was presented to him at the2017 edition of the Lagos PR Industry Gala & Awards (LaPRIGA) themed 'Celebration of Success’ which held at Four Points by Sheraton on Thursday, December 21, 2017.

Former Deputy Governor of Osun State and a two term Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria representing Osun East senatorial district, Dr. Iyiola Omisore has reassured his people in Osun State that the New Year will usher in a new dawn. In his Christmas and New Year message to the citizens of Osun State, the Apesin Oodua of the Source reassured them of a better 2018, the year that promises real change to the people. Speaking to his party loyalists who came to visit him on Christmas Day at his country home in Ile Ife, the Bashorun of Ijeshaland and Asiwaju Balogun of Ibadanland expressed his pleasure at having them around. He thanked them for their abiding faith in him and appealed to them to gird their loins and be ready to Change the change come 2018 gubernatorial election in the state.

The music industry in Nigerian just keep getting better and the boost is launching even deeper with more people with even more capacity for delivery emerging especially on the Gospel scene. We reflect our phenomenals such as Sinach, Frank Edwards, E-Ben, Tim Godfrey, and many more. Our first “talk news” session is with the music maestro and kinesthetic gospel singer, Stephen Hezron who is just about releasing his first single “Greater” which is a departure from his choir ministrations. Having begun music as a teenager, been through tutulege from greats such as Panam Percy Paul, he is unleashing his exuberant style of worship on the world to bring healing. Right here in a chat with our correspondent Jenny Chisom, he shares bits of his life that are purely inspiring. Read along as we anticipate the release of GREATER in less than 48 hours - Dec. 28, 2017 via www.stephenhezron.com.

Being in debt sucks and can be extremely stressful, however with determination and discipline, there are some simple and effective ways to get out of it. Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares 4 totally simple ways to get out of debt. Determine the Amount of Debt You Have Rather than ‘bury your head in the sand’, look at the reality of the situation, go through account statements etc. and be sure of how much you owe. If your total debt seems high, just remember that from the day you make up your mind and start paying off your debts, it really can only go down from there.

African Women in Leadership Organisation (AWLO) Induction 2017 was a series of events namely; #1Mother1Child Awareness Walk, Leadership Workshop, and Induction Dinner & Awards on 15 th   December 2017. The #1Mother1Child Awareness Walk is crucial in spreading the word about the #1Mother1Child initiative of AWLO to give children from poor backgrounds a fair chance at education. The walk constituted a huge turn up of women leaders and Young women of AWLO. Shortly after the walk was Dr. Violet Arene’s session on the Power of Purpose Driven Leadership with women leaders. This enlightening hangout engaged women leaders in practical exercises, and discussions, as Arene inspired with countless nuggets. Such as: “Self-Leadership is the prerequisite for leadership because the first person you lead is you. You are the first person who will throw yourself down, and the first person to take you to the mountain top.”

One music artiste to watch out for is right here. 

“An investment in travel is an investment in yourself.” In view of this saying, it is important to try as much as possible to travel and expose yourself to a wider world. There are so many awesome places to visit in this world, which makes it quite difficult to decide on which to visit, since chances are you cannot visit them all. To make it easier for you to decide, Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency, shares 4 awesome places in the world you should visit at least once. New Zealand New Zealand has magnificent backdrops with prehistoric forests, picturesque widespread beaches, snowclad mountains and beautiful springs. It also has a distinctive culture caused by the coexistence of the Maori and European people in the country, and is one of the easiest places to travel to because of its well-developed infrastructures and its high quality services, especially in terms of transportation.

Leading telecommunications services provider, Airtel Nigeria, has been adjudged the best telecoms operator in Human Resources practices by the award Jury of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM). Airtel clinched the top prize at a colourful awards ceremony that held, last week, at the Oriental Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos and attended by top HR professionals and many bigwigs across government circles and corporate Nigeria. Human Resources Director, Airtel Nigeria, Gbemiga Owolabi, received the award on behalf of the telco, describing the honour as an outcome of a relentless drive to make Airtel Nigeria a great place to work.

Government Secondary School Afikpo Old Boys Association (GSSAOBA), Abuja branch has commissioned a N6million ultra-modern sick bay at its Alma Mater in Afikpo, Ebonyi State, Nigeria. This noble gesture, according to the association, is part of its commitment to improving quality of secondary school education in Nigeria and schooling experience for the present and future students of the School in Afikpo. The commissioning ceremony was part of activities lined up by the Abuja branch of GSSAOBA for its President’s Year-End Meeting and Annual Thanksgiving Service which usually takes place in Abuja, but was moved to Afikpo this year in order to celebrate with the students and the school’s authorities while the school was still in session. L-R: Ejiofor Ezekwe, President Abuja branch (black cap); Sir Ify Eleje, immediate past president Abuja branch; John Ulu Nnachi, School Principal; HRH, Arch. Engr. Ewah Elechi, Isuoha 1 of Ohaisu Autonomous Community, Afikpo (2 nd  School cap...

Among the Christian assemblies in Abuja, House on the Rock stands out for their drive for excellence, family and the undiluted word of God. The first warm smiley faces who welcome you as you walk into the Citadel and Towers, are usually the Protocol unit members. They are known to perform duties such as attend to guests, take care of logistics and comfort and assist church members in many ways. It was glitz and glam on Saturday, December 9, 2017 when these members of the Protocol unit of House on the Rock Church Abuja hosted themselves to a well deserved end of year gala and award event. It was the best way to unwind and relax after a year of impact working and serving people in the church, contributing to the body of Christ. The event held at the Nicon Luxury Hotel, Abuja.

JONATHAN SPEAKS OUT...  This is a throwback news we thought to share! - Former President, Goodluck Jonathan has replied his critics who accused him of handing over a nation at the verge of collapse to his successor, President Muhammadu Buhari. - Jonathan recounted the achievements of his government to include, handing over a country that produced the richest man in Africa. - Jonathan said, “I took over a Nigeria that was the second largest economy in Africa with a GDP of $270.5 billion in 2009,  - I handed over a Nigeria that had grown to become the largest economy in Africa and the 24th largest economy in the World with a GDP of $574 billion.

UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA SECONDARY SCHOOL NSUKKA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION FUND RAISING AND GALA NIGHT  IS 8TH – 9TH DECEMBER 2017 The University of Nigerian Secondary School started its operation on the 11th of January 1983, superseded by the Vice Chancellor of the University of Nigeria Professor Frank N Ndili. The school have since then been in existence till date, producing men and women of great value in the society. Over the years, the school have been headed and governed by amazing individuals who acted in the capacity of the principal of the university of Nigeria secondary school Nsukka. The university of Nigeria secondary school however just like the educational system in Nigeria, have gone through many huddles which has challenged and is still challenging its mission up till date.

One of the biggest news websites in Nigeria went offline late October and has remained unavailable since. Here I refer to  naij.com , a website that has repeatedly ranked among the top ten most visited websites in Nigeria for years. I hate to be the harbinger of bad news but I must inform you that many internet service providers in  Nigeria have knocked Naij and dozens of other websites off the Nigerian online space for weeks now. According to available evidence, the blockade of domain names of Naij and others was at the behest of the federal government. President Muhammadu Buhari, born-again democrat and lover of free speech, scored his biggest coup against the media and the country is quiet. Shutting down  naij.com  in

21 year old Linda Babalola Oreoluwa beats other contestants to emerge as the winner of the 2017 Edition of Miss Isolo Beauty Pageant. The event which took place on 5th November at the prestigious Sheeba Event Center, Ikeja witnessed something unique as high profile Dignitaries, reputable politicians, business executives, celebrities and other distinguished guest all gathered to witness the highly contested pageant.

Women in Leadership Organisation is the foremost organization for female leaders of African descent; for changing the narrative & building capacity of African Women in Leadership, High Level Networking, and Social Impact. In 2009, African Women in Leadership Organisation started out as the West African Women in Leadership Conference, but it’s impact has expanded to over 8 African Countries. It is also a registered 501(c) organization under the federal laws of the United States of America, officially listed with the United Nations Global Compact and currently springing in the United Kingdom. Since starting it has gained recognition from the United States Government, United Nations, Governments of African Nations. It originated from Nigeria, and has raised over 500 women leaders – AWLO members committed to the developing themselves and their community. In total AWLO is currently in 10 states of Nigeria and still expanding. Some of AWLO’s contributions to community d...