Benue ex beauty queen becomes face of Nigeria wins a brand new car

Not Every dream requires sleep. Hard work is one of the best ways to accomplish your dreams says the new FACE OF NIGERIA 2019/20 QUEEN PRECIOUS DANIEL, a 23 year old political science graduate of the institute of business technology.

The pursuit for pageantry has always been an idea she’s had right from when she was 8yrs old, every Sunday when she dresses for church , she would stand in front of a mirror calling herself Cinderella, doing some imaginary rehearsals and cat walk.

She was keen on becoming a beauty queen and had participated in several pageants, where she faced her greatest fears. She was discouraged as it seemed like you had to know someone before you could win any beauty pageant. Undeterred by this challenge, she decided to take the bull by its horn, she decided to making it a life style, making sure she rehearsed every step took, worked on herself till she knew she was ready to face any beauty pageant stage. “I remember using my phone to watch miss Nigeria on YouTube a countless number of times, I had memorized almost every step, every wave and every question at this point I felt I was ready or any beauty pageant and entered
for the FACE OF IDOMA 2017/18 beauty pageant” she says.

 

Her hard work paid off as she emerged 1ST runner up in the FACE OF IDOMA 2017/18 beauty pageant. She became convinced that all it took was, a pinch of hard work, sprinkled with a bit of determination, rubbed in confidence and you’d become an unstoppable force. After her reign she, creatively searched on line or any pageantry that wasn’t just random, she wanted something more than just pageantry, she wanted a pageantry that would be a huge task. Face of Nigeria, just as the name sounds, seemed to her the next big stage in her career. She enrolled and although it was a tough one, but she remained focus on the price, her first fear was the fact that, they had contestants who came from outside Nigeria, girls who were top models and former beauty queens, tall beautiful girls, intelligent etc.

“I remember my first day in camp, it was as if I was in the wrong place, everyone kept to themselves, I was shy at first, then I said to myself Precious let do this, and the following day I had made 5 new friends” she says laughing out loud. “On the final day, during the announcement of the winners, my heart was pounding as they had just called the second WINNER and my name wasn’t mentioned. I couldn’t believe I was going to be in the top spot, I felt I had deserved either the 2nd runner up or the 3rd runner up” She says.

Hard work paid off again as she was crowned the FACE OF NIGERIA 2019/20. When asked what the crown meant to her she said, “it means I’m improving, I’m getting better by the day, its one step at a time until I’m MISS NIGERIA.

She intends to make the world a better place starting with Nigeria, where her pet project is set on making Nigeria green. Her GREEN ENVIRONMENT, BLUE HEALTH project is set to feature in most states in Nigeria. The new face of Nigeria is set to make Nigeria proud, she recently got a management deal with FINISH MEDIA and she promises to do the best she can. Her advice to everyone who wishes to become something is, work hard with the right mindset, and then shoot for the stars.

IDOMA INTERNATIONAL CARNIVAL 2019 PRESS RELEASE (@idoma_carnivall)

As daily advancements in technology gradually merge the peoples of the world into one global community, unifying cultures to form an eclectic whole even as some others are driven into extinction, the Idoma International Carnival stands out as a true celebration of the uniqueness of Africa. In its 7th edition, Idoma International Carnival popularly known as the biggest street party in North Central, is set to hold in Otukpo, Benue State, Nigeria, from December 22 to 26, 2019; featuring popular artistes in the Nigeria music and comedy industry.

Founded by Prince Edwin Ochai, the carnival is a non-profit endeavour inspired by a common desire amongst organizers and volunteers to globally project the Idoma cultural heritage, as well as showcase investment opportunities inherent in Benue State.

Speaking at the organization's last quarterly meeting, the President—Prince Edwin Ochai—announced the successful conclusion of core arrangements for the carnival; adding that the organization is however open to more partnerships.

This year, the carnival is titled "Agbenu Kacholalo" meaning "the wealth of our people". This theme will be the common undercurrent of all carnival activities, especially reflected in the lavish creative band designs. Below, is the schedule of activities:

PRE-SHOW

• Idoma Unity Cup (football tournament finale: 18th December, 2019)

• Idoma Culture and History Tour

• Culture and Media Conference

DAY 1 (22nd December, 2019)

• Jean Carnival

•Opening Ceremony/Idoma Achievement Award

 DAY 2 (23rd December, 2019)

• Cultural Day/Ogbureke Traditional Wrestling

    • Comedy Night/Rap Battle

DAY 3 (24th December, 2019)

• Carnival/Parade of the Bands

• All Stars Party

DAY 4 (25th December, 2019)

• Courtesy Visit

• Face of Idoma International (beauty pageant)

 DAY 5 (26th December, 2019)

• Idoma Children Party

Like other years, the carnival will witness visitors from far and near; Idoma natives at home and abroad would converge in the carnival village, St. Mary's Primary School, Otukpo, for a grand five-day celebration of Idoma/Nigerian culture, amidst exciting performances. The carnival organization will be pleased to receive all participants, and assures the public of 100% security as the organization is working closely with relevant agencies.

See you in Otukpo!

Team Idoma International Carnival

For participation, sponsorship, advertising opportunities and other inquiries, please send a mail to info@idomacarnivalng.com

Or call: +234 803 328 8608

#IamIdoma

#IdomaInternationalcarnival2019

#Agbenukacholalo

#wealthofourpeople

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Ado/Ohuakwu Border Crisis: James Oche Commends Presidency, Ortom..as Abounu Inaugurates Benue Committee

Ado/Ohuakwu Border Crisis: James Oche Commends Presidency, Ortom

..as Abounu Inaugurates Benue Committee to Assist Boundary Commission

For over 3 decades, the border conflicts between Benue and Ebonyi States particularly between Ado Local Government of Benue State and Ohuakwu Local Government of Ebonyi has endured little results born out of the efforts to permanently subdue it. 

Recent developments however seem to concretize the efforts to bring the protracted discord to an end as the Presidency after holding tripartite meetings with the Governors of the two states has directed and funded the National Boundary Commission to immediately take necessary steps and demarcate the boundary for lasting peace. 

In his determination to help the Comission deliver on record time, the Benue State Deputy Governor who doubles as Chairman, Benue State Boundary Committee, Engr. Benson Abounu  yesterday, Monday October 28, 2019 inaugurated the Benue Wing of the Boundary Peace Committee to undertake a facts mission and submit its findings within one month. 

The members of the committee are; Member of the BENUE state component of the Joint peace committee on BENUE / Ebonyi inter state boundary are; HRH chief Christopher ONUMAH- chairman, Ado local government chairman - comrade James oche - member, Chief OGENYI Otseme- 3rd class chief Zone B of Ado, Chief AGBO otteh - clan head Ulayi and Chief Ochapa Emeruwa - Ward Head Ekile.

Others are; Hon. Otse Otokpa - member, Dr. Pius Oketa- member, Mrs Mary Udenyi- member, Bishop Simon udenyi- member, Surv. Z. T Ade - Boundary Commissioner, Surv. Adaga S. Surveyor General and Surv. Peter oinu- Resource Person. 

Also on the Committee is Barr. Lawrence Ochogwu- member, Victor Okorie- Member, AGBO Martins - project surveyor, Dsp Odaudu Odejo - member, Andza moses - member, Adagi M. A. T - Recorder, Col. Paul Hemba (rtd) - member and Mr . Samuel Obande - Secretary. 

The committee was handed the following as terms of reference:

A. Sensitize the border communities on peace building advocacy by holding regular meetings with relevant stakeholders to ensure peace is built at the border corridor.

B. Ensure the border communities desist from the use of land and its resources in the disputed area pending the final demarcation of the boundary by National Boundary commission (NBC)

C. Appeal to border communities on the use of dialogue or any Alternative Dispute Resolution ( ADR) method of peace building instead of the use of violence to resolve conflict thereby creating a peaceful environment to enable National boundary commission demarcate the boundary.

D. Harmonize and integrate various interest groups into the peace building process.

E. Liaise with the state boundary committee for proper functioning of BENUE state component of the Joint Peace Committee.

F. Address any other matter that is relevant to the success of the committee towards resolving the boundary dispute.

Ado Local Government Caretaker Chairman, Hon. James Oche who is elated by this development has expressed the willingness of his administration to provide logistical and technical support to aid the process. He has equally charged members of the Committees in Benue and Ebonyi States to deliver on record time. 

Mr. Oche who stated this yesterday in Makurdi shortly after the inauguration exercise further expressed his appreciation to Benue State Governor, Dr. Samuel Ortom for his resoluteness to ensuring a permanent end to the crisis. He has also hailed the Presidency and the National Boundary Commission for their efforts and appreciated the Deputy Governor, Engr Benson Abounu and the State Boundary Commissioner, Mr. Z.T Ade for their sacrifice to ensure commendable outcomes. 

Mr. Oche has advised that, as a way of finalising the efforts to the issue,  the Federal Government should adopt the invaluable submissions of Hon. Francis Otta Agbo by establishing a military barracks around the border line and also undertake infrastructural development of the area, which in his view will not only end the crisis but also enhance the development and welfare of the people.

Daddy Showkey announces the death of Mad Melon, one half of the popular 90s group 'Danfo Drivers'

Veteran singer, Daddy Showkey has just announced the death of Mad Melon, one half of the popular 90s group 'Danfo Drivers'.

 

The late musician, Omeofa Oghene, popularly known as "Mad Melon reportedly passed away on Wednesday, September 25th 2019.

 

The cause of his death is unknown at this time but Daddy Showkey in a video shared on Instagram moments ago said, 'If dem de tell people, make dem dey hear'.

 

 

Shiite Members Storm National Assembly, Shoot Security Operatives

Members of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria, otherwise known as Shiite, have on Tuesday wreak havoc in the National Assembly complex, gunning two officers of the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps.

The Shiite members who had in their hundreds stormed the complex, resorted to violence when security operatives shot gas-cannisters to disperse them.

Aside from the attack, the group destroyed three vehicles and other assembly properties.

As at the time of filing this report, Assembly gates have been locked, movement restricted.

Buhari Suspends Ruga Settlement Project

After a meeting with the governor's forum, President Muhammadu Buhari has suspended the Ruga settlement scheme.

The settlement proposal which has met vehement rejection by Nigerians the past few days was, according to the government, intended to settle the recurrent clash between herdsmen and farmers in Nigeria.

The suspension, President Buhari said, remains until a more nationally acceptable approach is provided.

Senator Elisha Abbo In Trouble As Senate Sets Up Committee To Probe Him Over Assault

A Nigerian senator who assaulted a sales girl might be in trouble following the decision of the senate to probe him. 

Senator Elisha

 

Senate President Ahmed Lawan on Wednesday set up a committee to probe the alleged assault of a young lady by Senator Elias Abbo.

 

The senator was seen in a video that has gone viral, assaulting the lady.

 

The committee has two weeks to submit its report.

 

It was not clear whether Abbo, who has promised to give a comprehensive response to the video today, will still go ahead, in view of the committee set up to probe the incident.

Biodun Fatoyinbo Takes Pulpit Break

Following rape allegations and consequent protests, senior pastor of Commonwealth of Zion Assembly, Biodun Fatoyinbo, who in recent times have been a household name on the news for speculations about his character, is set to take a leave of absence from the church's pulpit.

Biodun who made the disclosure on his official Instagram handle, said that having sought counsel from the church's leadership and other Christian mentors of his, it is his decision to take a break from ministry in the capacity of a pastor.

Although it breaks his heart to take a break from the role, Biodun added, he assures of his faith in God while encouraging other Christians of the COZA congregation to remain steadfast.

Allegedly Hired Crowd Counter Protest Against COZA Senior Pastor

In reaction to the protest by the #ChurchToo movement demanding justice for Busola Dakolo allegedly raped by the COZA senior pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo over a decade ago, a counter protest sprung up in Abuja.

Reports have it that the counter-protesters were hired by the church to stop the action of protesters, as one of the young men allegedly hired told newsmen that they were paid N10,000 each for the project. "Money is talking," he exclaimed on camera.

While Fatoyinbo yet denies the allegation, the separate protests in Lagos and Abuja have further fueled debate on the issue, especially online.

Protest in Abuja Over Rape Allegations Against COZA Senior Pastor

Protests have begun in the FCT, Abuja, following rape allegations against the COZA senior pastor, Biodun Fatoyinbo, by Busola Dakolo, the photographer wife of inspirational singer, Timi Dakolo.

Adorned in white, in solidarity to rape victims, the protesters who converged at the NNPC fueling station in Guzape, had placards with inscriptions condemning rape, and others stating that the church should be a place of safety.

Meanwhile, reports have it that some protesters have been arrested by unidentified law enforcement agents and taken away in a black Mercedes Benz car.

COZA Senior Pastor Reacts to Rape Allegations

Senior Pastor of Commonwealth of Zion Assembly, Biodun Fatoyinbo, has reacted to a recent rape allegation by Busola Dakolo, the wife of sensational singer, Timi Dakolo.

The pastor, in a statement, dismissed the allegations as false, as they are intended to soil his reputation and bring down the church. Against the usual decision to stay quiet in the face of false accusations, the pastor disclosed that the church will this time take legal action.

It would be recalled that Timi Dakolo had in the recent past made general remarks about supposedly men of God who involve themselves in rape activities. This, it is believed, inspired the interview of his wife indicting the pastor on YNaija.

Man Utd Reject Pogba And Neymar Swap Deal

Both Pogba and Neymar are reportedly seeking a move away from their respective clubs. 

 

Paul Pogba and Neymar Jr

 

Man Utd executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward turned down the possibility of swapping Paul Pogba and Neymar, reports The Independent.

 

The French champions approached the Manchester club about a proposed swap deal, but Woodward rejected the idea.

 

Both Pogba and Neymar are reportedly seeking a move away from their respective clubs.

 

Romelu Lukaku will not force through a move away from Manchester United this summer, reports ESPN.

 

The Belgian striker is being linked with a switch to Serie A side Inter, but he is prepared to stay at Old Trafford if the Red Devils block a path to the exits.

 

Manchester United will demand at least €60 million (£54m/$68m) from any sale of Romelu Lukaku, claims Gazzetta dello Sport.

 

The Red Devils are reluctant to make a loss on the Belgian striker, but may dip to that figure as Inter step up their efforts to put a deal in place.

 

Arsenal have been told that they must break Celtic's club record in order to sign Kieran Tierney.

 

The Gunners have already had two bids rejected for the Scottish international and, according to the Evening Standard, must break Celtic's transfer record if they are to have any hope of signing the left-back this summer.

 

AC Milan have started talks with Arsenal over Uruguay international midfielder Lucas Torreira.

 

Sportmediaset say that the Serie A club would like to take the Gunner, who only signed for the club last year, for an initial two-year loan period, with an option to buy.

 

The loan fee would reportedly be up to €8m with the full transfer costing around €38m (£34m/$43m).

Revealed! This Is Why Burna Boy's Mother Picked BET Award On His Behalf

Burna Boy has given the reason why his mother picked up his 2019 Best International act award at the BET award on his behalf. 

Burna Boy

 

Burna Boy missed the moment to collect his award for the 2019 Best International act at the 19th BET awards and the reason has been revealed.

 

The singer himself revealed why his mum collected the BET award on his behalf despite attending the awards ceremony.

 

In a tweet shared by the music star on his Twitter page on Monday, June 24, 2019, the singer said he was out to get himself a drink when his category was announced.

 

“Funny enough I went to Get a drink! I would have collected this one,” the singer wrote while responding to why his mum got the award on his behalf.

 

 

Burna Boy was among the list of artists who went home with awards at the BET Awards which took place on Sunday June 23, 2019, in the United States of America.

 

Burna Boy was announced the winner of the Best International Act category at the 2019 edition of BET Awards. Burna Boy was nominated alongside Teni Makanaki and Mr Eazi in the category.

 

The award was received by Bose Ogulu, Burna Boy's mum and manager, who also attended the award ceremony. In her acceptance speech, Burna Boy's mum said the message from the singer to every African in the diaspora is 'remember you were first an African before any other thing.'

 

The music award show, which is in its 19th year, saw Cardi B kicking off performances at the Los Angeles’ Microsoft Theater.

6 Young Children Crushed To Death As School Wall Collapses On Them

As many as six young children have been killed after a school wall fell on them while they were sleeping. 

File photo

 

No less than six street children who were sleeping in a storm drain next to an elite school in the Ugandan capital have been killed.

 

According to the Agence France Presse, AFP, the police on Monday said the kids were killed after a wall fell on them.

 

“Due to a heavy downpour part of the perimeter wall of the school gave way, collapsed on the kids, killing six of them on the spot and two were injured,” Kampala’s deputy police spokesman Luke Owoyesigire told AFP.

 

“The police rescue team is on the scene to check if any person is buried under the debris.”

 

The spokesman said police were trying to establish the identities of the children and track down their families, adding that they had been sleeping in the storm drain for a while.

 

According to Owoyesigire, it was the second such incident recently, after five family members were killed last month as they slept in a mud and wattle house when a wall collapsed on them.

Oyo State Abolishes N500 Examination Fee, Declares Education Levy Illegal

The Head of Service admonished teachers and principals of the secondary schools to comply with the education policy of the present administration in the State. 

 

Governor Seyi Makinde

 

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has abolished N500 examination fee in all secondary schools across the state.

 

The Head of Service, Mrs. Ololade Agboola, who made this disclosure, urged principals in secondary schools to comply with the free education policy of the state Government.

 

Agboola spoke during a meeting of the Permanent Secretary School administration with the principals in public secondary Schools held at comprehensive High School Oke-Bola Ibadan.

 

The Head of Service admonished teachers and principals of the secondary schools to comply with the education policy of the present administration in the State.

 

Agboola said (Five Hundred Naira) examination fee across the secondary schools in the State have been abolished, warning that no Principal should send student away from the school.

 

She said, “I have the directive of His Excellency Governor Seyi Makinde to discuss with you today, the school principals on how we can move the secondary school education forward in Oyo State”.

 

She said the present administration in the State under Governor Seyi Makinde has put an end to the Education Development Levy for all secondary School students, declaring it as illegal.

 

She opined that the State Government will create call centers where parents and the general public will report school that refuse to stop collecting illegal fee, just as she advised Principals of Secondary Schools to stop collecting fees that have not been approved by the State Government.

 

She then appealed to teachers to always stay in their duty posts, saying that the present administration will not tolerate lateness and absenteeism in the school, just as she solicited support for the state government in carrying out its education policy in the state.

Burna Boy's Mother Receives Loud Cheers as She Delivers Powerful Speech to Receive His BET Award

Burna Boy has emerged BET Awards' Winner for Best International Act, video category, in the event's most recent edition.

Speaking to the audience while receiving the award on behalf of her son who could not be found at the time the announcement was made, Bose Ogulu, who described her son as restless following his sudden disappearance from the hall, delivered a powerful speech to the cheer of the audience.

"Thank you very much BET," she said. "Thank you Africa. Because that's the constituency for which we got noticed in the first place. And the message from Burna, I believe, would be that every black person should please remember that you were Africans before you became anything else."

This is not the first time the artiste's mother, who doubles as his manager, would impress the audience at an event.

Cee-C Bags Endorsement Deal, Gets Car Gift

2018 Big Brother Naija housemate, Cee-C has earned an endorsement deal with Nigeria based hair company, Royal Hairs.

The former housemate who took to her Instagram handle to announce the endorsement deal which came with a bonus brand new car gift, thanked the company for paying full signing fees.

It is speculated that Cee-C is so far the most successful housemate from the 2018 edition of the BB Naija show.

"It was so hard to get to a happy place" - Nicki Minaj Speaks on Marriage Intention

Excited about wedding intention with her childhood friend Kenneth Petty, award-winning rapper, Nicki Minaj, says she has finally found happiness. The rapper had months ago on her Queen Radio show, while speaking about their evening routine, mentioned that they would get a marriage license.

Breaking the news about obtaining said license, Nicki, according to news reports, expressed joy about the progress as she disclosed that she has found happiness, what she was striving for the whole time.

"It was so hard to get to a happy place. Now that I'm here, I don't want to compromise that for anyone or anything," she said.

Nicki and Kenneth have been dating for seven months when they announced their relationship on social media.

Oche Takes Over Ado as Caretaker Chairman, Appreciates Staff of Council – Photos

Having been inaugurated by Benue State Governor, Dr Samuel Ortom, Caretaker Chairman of Ado Local Government Council, Hon. James Oche earlier today recieved handover from the Director-General, Services and Administration of Ado LG Council, Mr Daniel Ajeh.

Performing the ceremony at the Council Headquarters in Igumale, Mr. Ajeh explained that, he had taken custody of Council materials as directed by the State Government and was proceeding with conventional requirements by handing over same to him. He welcomed Hon. Oche and further expressed his confidence in his ability to do well as chairman.


Assuming his seat of authority, Hon. Oche appreciated the efforts of the DGSA and all the council staff for their commitment to the service of the local government. He further stated his commitment to making Ado greater and better.






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