Grammy-award winner Wizkid has announced a joint tour with superstar Davido.
The announcement has thrown the most popular fanbases (the Wizkid FC and 30BG) into a frenzy.
Wizzy, via his insta story, stated the tour will follow just after he rounded up with the one for his fifth studio album: ‘More Love Less Ego’.
Though Machala has not stated the date for the joint tour with OBO, he advised the fans and everyone else who has prayed for this to save up because it certainly won’t come cheap to have them grace the stage in one show.
Captioning the post, the Big Wiz wrote: “After my ‘MLLE (More Love, Less Ego)’ tour!! Davido and I going on tour! Save your coins! I no wan hear pim.”
Rivers Governor Nyesom Wike has offered insights into the preferred presidential candidate he and his allies will support in the forthcoming poll.
He said the individual must have a quality of keeping to his words and will not renege on any agreement entered into with them.
The Governor spoke on Wednesday at Rumuji-Odegwe town where the Rivers chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) held a rally to inaugurate its campaign in Emohua Local Government Area.
Wike told a PDP stalwart, Ohna Sergeant Awuse, who earlier declared that party stalwarts in the state were anxiously waiting for his directive on the presidential election, to exercise patience.
He told the leaders that soon he would conclude negotiation with his political allies and inform them about his decision.
The governor said: “Chief Awuse has said, ‘we are tired of waiting’. Indeed, we are tired of waiting. But don’t worry. You’ve been patient. Your being patient will not be taken for granted. The bell will soon ring. When you hear the bell, listen to where the bell is coming from and go and do what you have been told to do.
“I can assure you all these buccaneers, all these vampires, we will teach them a lesson. All those who said Rivers State is not important, we’ll tell them that Rivers State is important. If you play with us, we’ll play with you. If they play with us, we’ll play with them. Enough is enough.
“So let me apologise and plead with Ohna, Nne-New-Eli Emohua Local Government, it is almost time, endure. Very soon you’ll hear and I can assure them, no going back.”
The Governor said he had been waiting patiently for those, who threatened to expel him from the PDP to carry out their threat.
He said persons issuing such threat were knew that PDP was already polarised, and taking such action against him and his allies would lead to the extinction of the party.
The Rivers Governor said the state had the muscles to withstand those he described as buccaneers and vampires already selling their conscience for pot of pottage.
She said since the country is talking about a new Nigeria, current members of the National Assembly should give way to new ones.
She said she had already planned new things to bring on board at the National Assembly if elected, of which, one of them is to work well with the next President.
Mbakwe, a lawyer, told The Nation in Anambra that people like Senators, Uche Ekwunife and Victor Umeh among others should go and rest for others to come in.
Mbakwe is contesting the position against formidable political opponents like Chief Kodilichukwu Okelekwe of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Umeh of Labour Party (LP) and Ekwunife of People’s Democratic Party (PDP).
According to her: “Since we are planning for a new President in Nigeria, we should equally, plan to put in new lawmakers that can work well with him.”
On the insecurity, she accused past and present governments of not doing enough to tackle the issue.
She argued solving the problem was not rocket science.
She also said that if Nigerians were serious about changing things for the better, they should embrace the hope mantra being championed by her party
This, according to her, means voting for a completely new set of people who had not been corrupted by the system.
” I chose the NNPP because I believe in New Nigeria. If we are hoping for a completely new Nigeria with a new president that will emerge, there is need for Anambra Central to also have a completely new senator to represent the zone,” she stated.
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has ransacked the Automatic Transaction Machine (ATMs) of commercial banks in Jigawa State to enforce the newly redesigned naira notes.
The branch controller, Hajiya Sa’adatu Ibrahim Aminu, announced this during a sensitisation of stakeholders on the redesigned notes at Dutse Ultra Model market.
She explained the Apex bank has provided enough new notes currency to all commercial banks in the state “and we ordered them not to load old currency in the ATMs any more”.
According to her: “We made a very good arrangements for quick supply of the redesign currency to all the bank branches across the 27 local government areas.”
She also advised members of the public and traders to accept the old notes, which are ” still valid till January, 31st. You do not be panic the currency is safe and valid for now.
“There is no limit to how much a customer can deposit between now and January 31, 2023, as CBN has suspended bank charges”.
Saadati called on the public to explore other payment channels, such as eNaira, POS, electronic transfer, USSD, internet banking and mobile money operators and agents for their economic activities.
Following the threat by a spokesperson for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Presidential Campaign Council Dino Melaye, Gistlover has tendered a sarcastic apology to him.
On Wednesday, Melaye fumed after the blogger alleged he was romantically involved with two popular skit makers, Ashmusy and Nons Miraj.
The former senator, who accused the blogger of being an APC agent, promised to secure justice over ”lies and unfounded story” about him.
He issued a 24-hour ultimatum for the blogger to come through with an apology or face legal action.
A few hours after, the blogger apologised but sarcastically laden with curses.
Read Also : Dino Melaye hits blogger over alleged romantic link to skit makers Captioning a photo collage of Melaye, the blogger wrote: “Dear Dino Baby, this is me publicly apologizing say he no go better for you if you no sue me, say Okan eh oni bale (your mind will never be at rest) if you no send the letter, say ogun Loma pa eh (the god of war will kill you) for looting the money that belongs to the masses and using it to sponsor all these hungry rubber yansh girls.
“DINO BOSITA ARA LOMA PA EH (Dino, come out, thunder will destroy you). I HOPE MY APOLOGY IS ACCEPTED DINO BABY.
“Okan eh oni bale (your mind will never be at rest) Dino Baby, meanwhile this is my lawyer, forward your lawsuit to him. We meet in court Dear looter.”
The University of Ibadan (UI) has counselled workers of the institution on quality and better life after retirement.
The institution said the step became necessary for them to have healthy and happy lives after retirement.
Speaking in Ibadan at the pre-retirement seminar for prospective retirees of the institution with the theme: “Living good and well after retirement”, the Director of UI Career Development and Counselling Centre, Prof. Ifeanyi Onyeonoru, said the purpose of the event was for the retirees to have adequate information on having healthy, worthy post-work life.
Bayo Oluwole of UI Department of Counselling and Human Development Study said workers should know that there is entry and exit in any workplace because life is in phases.
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He said it was mandatory for any worker to adjust to retirement, saying there was need for them to develop positive coping strategies to enjoy retirement.
An agric business, Bimbo Yeshua, lamented some workers who are about to retire have fear in mind because they did not prepare for their retirements.
“What we are doing is to kill their fear for them to know that there is life after retirement, we are going to take them through some practicals for them to make money even more than when they are still in service.
“We are going to talk about informal and agric business areas where they can make money, corruption and have hindered government to plan for the retirees,” he said.
Controversial reality TV star Ka3na aka BossLady has issued a 24-hour ultimatum to all the married men wooing her in her DM (direct message).
She has threatened to expose all of them if they refuse to negotiate with her via her DM.
The mother of one wondered why these men with such beautiful families on their social media pages would consider engaging in illicit affairs.
Taking it upon herself to punish them for ‘doing the devil’s work’, the former BBNaija ‘Lock Down’ housemate vowed to make them ‘popular’ by exposing them if they refused to heed her demand.
“The next 24Hrs, I’m gonna expose all the married men in my Dm. ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! How dare you have your beautiful (some not so beautiful family) on your page and you’re busy doing the devil’s work in my dm? The audacity!
The spokesperson for the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) Presidential Campaign Council, Dino Melaye, has lashed out at a blogger after being linked romantically to two popular skit makers Ashmusy and Nons Miraj.
The controversial blogger had taken subtly shaded Melaye alongside the Ashmusy and Nons Miraj hours after comedian Nedu revealed that he caught two female online influencers having a threesome with a popular figure in a hotel in Abuja.
Nedu explained he wasn’t revealing the names of the said influencers because they are aware he saw them and somehow expects he’d ‘respect’ them by divulging their ‘secret’.
Though he didn’t spell out their names, the blogger, however, went ahead to share a photo collage of the trio with innuendo in the caption.
Sharing the post, the blogger wrote: “I like fine pictures sha. Hard work under Dino no be small work oo. I dey come.”
Reacting to the blog’s post via his Facebook page, Dino lashed out, tagging the blogger as an APC agent after resharing a screenshot of the blog’s post.
He threatened legal action against the blogger if they didn’t come through with an apology within the next 24 hours.
“I will sue you this time. Will locate you. I don’t know any of these ladies. Agent of APC. You will not get away with your lies and unfounded story this time.
“You just dialled the wrong number. Apologise within 24 hours or face consequences,” he wrote.
Globally acclaimed musical acts, Davido and Tems will be performing later at 2023 Governors Ball Festival in the United States of America.
America’s top music stars, Lizzo, Kendrick Lamar and Odesza will headline the 2023 Governors Ball, scheduled for three days at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens, New York from Friday, June 9 through Sunday, 11.
Lizzo will headline the first night of the festival, which will also see Afrobeats superstar, Davido perform alongside other international acts like Lil Uzi Vert, Haim, Omar Apollo, Kim Petras, Joey Bada$$, 070 Shake, PJ Morton, Michelle, Alexander 23, and more.
The second day of the festival to be headlined by Odesza will also feature a wide array of musical acts.
And on Sunday, the popular American rapper, Kendrick Lamar will close out the 2023 Governors Ball with a headlining set following performances from Nigeria’s Tems, and other international artistes like Lil Nas X, Sofi Tukker, Pusha T, Pinkpantheress, Cat Burns, and many more.
Stephan Morgenstern, born on October 10, 1962, in Berlin, Germany, grew up in a respectable middle-class family. His father, an ex-soldier turned waiter, and his mother, who spent most of her life as a housewife before briefly entering politics as a member of both the Volkskammer and the Bundestag in 1990, provided a stable yet frugal upbringing.
An unforgettable and profoundly sorrowful moment in Stephan’s life came with the painful loss of his brother in a motorcycle accident—a sibling he cherished deeply. This grievous event, though it left Stephan heartbroken, ignited a resolute determination within him. It became both a source of immense grief and a potent motivator, allowing him to channel his pain into achieving success and honoring his brother’s memory.
Stephan Morgenstern: Education
Stephan Morgenstern completed his education through the 10th grade, a decision he made intentionally. After finishing school in 1979, he believed that advanced academic studies would hinder his drive for independence and the enhancement of his inherent business acumen. Recognizing that true autonomy required real-world practice and financial discipline, Morgenstern Stephan chose to enter the workforce immediately, dedicating himself to work, saving, and cultivating experiential knowledge to eventually become his own boss.
Career Kickoff Highlights
Stephan Morgenstern’s career began at the age of 14 in 1976 when he started working as a dishwasher, motivated by a desire to reduce his financial dependence on his parents and chart his own course. His responsibilities expanded significantly when he became a waiter. In 1987, he served his requisite one-year military term, functioning as Kitchen Head
The fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 presented novel prospects, and Morgenstern seized this moment to pursue entrepreneurship. In 1990, he and a business associate opened a video rental store, using the scant broadcasting options to their benefit. The business thrived initially, presenting an alternative media experience for viewers. However, despite its early success, financial challenges arose as expenses outpaced revenue, leading to the eventual closure of the store.
Onset Of Chain Marketing Vocation
Stephan Morgenstern’s advent into chain marketing began with Hamburg Mannheimer Insurance Company in April 1990. Exhibiting his extraordinary talent, Morgenstern navigated the absence of sophisticated marketing apparatus by purchasing a phone book and methodically marketing insurance policies through cold calls. This painstaking approach paid off, as he swiftly secured the fourth position in sales rankings within a short six weeks.
However, Morgenstern faced a substantial hurdle: the insurance policies included a clause allowing customers to cancel within the first month, necessitating the return of commissions on any cancelled policies. This issue highlighted a disconnect between his hard work and earnings, prompting Morgenstern to explore fresh prospects in the chain marketing sector.
Revolutionizing Chain Marketing Tactics
Stephan Morgenstern embraced a unique strategy in his chain marketing career, employing a policy of confining his stay with each company to a two-year period. He found greater satisfaction in taking a business from its nascent stage and nurturing it into a thriving enterprise. Morgenstern’s method involved infusing each company with his expertise and revitalizing its operations through his chain marketing skills. His approach is both unique and straightforward: join a new company, transform it, build a successful business project, and then move on once the company is self-sustaining. He would then repeat this cycle with a new venture, continuously stimulating development and creative progress within each organization he contributed to.
Step-By-Step Evolution: Stephan Morgenstern’s Trail In Chain Marketing
In 1994, Stephan Morgenstern embarked on his next chain marketing venture with ProCura, a Canadian real estate business that concentrates on opulent condominiums and elite real estate. Showcasing a deep comprehension of the high-end real estate market, Morgenstern excelled in crafting compelling visual and emotional narratives that showcased the unique attributes of these properties. He effectively built relationships with high-net-worth clients through personalized strategies and leveraged digital platforms, virtual tours, and exclusive events to highlight the properties’ prestige and investment potential. His prowess was particularly evident when he successfully sold shares in skyscrapers owned by the Mercedes-Benz Group, reinforcing his reputation in the elite real estate domain.
Career Evolution And Diversification
Subsequent to his influential role at ProCura, Stephan Morgenstern pivoted to the security industry in 1995, joining the American firm Quorum Security Inc. Rapidly mastering the industry’s landscape, Morgenstern identified the unique needs of diverse clients—ranging from individuals to corporations—and effectively communicated the value of Quorum’s services. He developed tailored marketing techniques emphasizing trust, expertise, and reliability, utilizing case studies, testimonials, and clear messaging to underscore the company’s ability to deliver safety and peace of mind. By leveraging both digital platforms and personal outreach, Morgenstern built robust relationships with key decision-makers and target audiences, positioning the company’s solutions as essential investments in security.
In 2009, Morgenstern expanded his chain marketing career into the gold sector with German company KB Gold. Demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the gold industry’s value chain—from mining to refining and storage—he effectively communicated the company’s commitment to quality, transparency, and security. During a brief six-month period, Stephan Morgenstern reached the pinnacle of sales figures at the company, showcasing his exceptional skills in this new domain.
In 2010, Stephan Morgenstern made the switch to Organo Gold, an international marketing firm renowned for offering life-changing opportunities through its premium coffee products and diverse career prospects. Leveraging his personal passion for fitness and wellness, Morgenstern effectively conveyed the unique benefits of the coffee, including its quality, taste, and health advantages, while highlighting the potential for personal and financial growth through the company’s business opportunities. His success at Organo Gold was followed by a move to Lauretta Larix, a German fragrance company, later that year. There, he applied his innovative chain marketing strategies, once again driving substantial success for the company.
Chain Marketing Excellence In Health And Wellness
Stephan Morgenstern, a fervent health and fitness enthusiast, devoted a decade to the world of health-centric chain marketing. His journey began in 1996 with LifePlus, an American company specializing in health and dietary supplements. Leveraging his profound knowledge of the products, he adeptly targeted health-savvy clientele, using personal testimonials and networking to drive sales.
In 2003, Morgenstern joined Tahitian Noni International (now Morinda, Inc.), where his vibrant participation at international marketing conferences in Salt Lake City, New York, Monaco, and Las Vegas demonstrated his proactive strategy and extended his outreach.
Transitioning to Life Wave in 2005, Morgenstern leveraged his thorough grasp of anti-aging science to achieve top distributor status in Europe within just a year.
By 2007, Morgenstern began a new venture with Synergy Worldwide, a U.S. firm specializing in nutritional supplements. Given responsibility for the Austrian market, he relocated to Austria in 2008 and used his strategic marketing skills to significantly increase the company’s market share and customer base.
Futurenet’s Expansion And Influence In The UAE
In 2014, Stephan Morgenstern joined FutureNet, a company renowned for its cutting-edge content and networking solutions. Initially brought on as an external consultant, Morgenstern’s exceptional performance quickly led to a full-time position within the company.
When FutureNet decided to expand its operations to Dubai, Morgenstern was drawn to the city’s exotic charm and limitless business potential. He relocated to Dubai with the dual aim of driving FutureNet’s success and exploring future entrepreneurial opportunities for himself.
While at FutureNet, Morgenstern built a cutting-edge event and sports center in Dubai, a lasting tribute to his foresight and leadership. He remained with FutureNet until 2019, at which point he sold his shares and shifted to an independent marketing consultant role, leveraging his skills across various companies.
Personal Life
With his quick wit and lively personality, Stephan Morgenstern is lovingly referred to as the “people’s comedian.” He is an extrovert who thrives on social interactions. Morgenstern Stephan is happily married to Anna, a career tax consultant and author. The couple first crossed paths at a conference in Poland in 2015 and tied the knot on February 14, 2022, in Dubai.
Futurenet Foundation
During his tenure with FutureNet, Stephan Morgenstern found immense fulfillment through charitable endeavors, which he considered the most impactful aspect of his career. With the aid of the FutureNet Foundation, he made significant contributions to humanity, funding surgeries for numerous children, providing medical equipment to a hospital in Gambia, and supporting veterinary hospitals, among other initiatives. His endeavors illustrate a deep-seated commitment to humanitarian causes and a passion for bettering lives worldwide.
Key Achievements in Philanthropy
Stephan Morgenstern, via the FutureNet Foundation, has been pivotal in supporting several noteworthy charitable initiatives:
Wiktoria, an 8-year-old from Poland with spinal hernia, partial lower limb paralysis, and a neurogenic bladder, received full financial support for her surgery from the foundation. She has since undergone rehabilitation and achieved stable health.
Kausen, a 6-month-old from Sangla, India, who required open-heart surgery due to a severe heart defect, was supported by the foundation. With their help, Kausen has fully recovered and now enjoys good health.
Lenka, a young girl with congenital eye defects, benefited from the foundation’s support for her surgery. The foundation also provided special contact lenses and glasses to assist with her vision.
FAQ
1. What motivated Stephan Morgenstern to pursue a career in chain marketing after his initial work experiences?
Stephan Morgenstern’s transition into chain marketing was driven by his dissatisfaction with traditional insurance sales methods and his entrepreneurial spirit. His early career experiences, including his work with Hamburg Mannheimer Insurance Company, highlighted the limitations of conventional sales models, prompting him to explore more dynamic and innovative marketing strategies.
2. How did the tragic loss of Stephan Morgenstern’s brother influence his professional journey?
Stephan Morgenstern brother’s death in a motorcycle accident served as a powerful catalyst for his professional drive. This heart-wrenching event fueled his determination to succeed, using his grief as a motivational force to achieve his career goals and honor his brother’s memory through his accomplishments.
3. Why did Stephan Morgenstern choose to limit his tenure at each company to two years?
Stephan Morgenstern adopted the strategy of limiting his tenure to two years per company to infuse each business with fresh ideas and revitalization. His goal was to transform nascent enterprises into thriving operations, ensuring they were self-sustaining before moving on to new ventures, thus driving continuous growth and innovation.
4. What were some key achievements of Stephan Morgenstern during his time with ProCura?
Stephan Morgenstern excelled in the luxury real estate business at ProCura by effectively showcasing high-end properties through compelling narratives and digital platforms. His significant achievement included successfully selling shares in skyscrapers owned by the Mercedes-Benz Group, which reinforced his reputation in the luxury real estate market.
5. How has Stephan Morgenstern’s philanthropic work through the FutureNet Foundation impacted communities globally?
Stephan Morgenstern’s philanthropic efforts through the FutureNet Foundation have made a substantial global impact by funding critical surgeries for children, providing medical equipment to hospitals in Gambia, and supporting veterinary care. These initiatives reflect his deep commitment to humanitarian causes and his dedication to improving lives across different communities.
Key Takeaways
1. Stephan Morgenstern’s profound loss of his brother in a motorcycle accident greatly impacted his life, transforming his grief into a driving force behind his professional success and personal achievements.
2. Stephan Morgenstern only completed his education through the 10th grade, believing that practical experience and financial independence were more crucial for his career development than further formal education.
3. Stephan Morgenstern began his career as a dishwasher at age 14, including future roles such as a waiter and Kitchen Head during his mandatory military service, reflecting his early commitment to self-reliance and hard work.
4. Stephan Morgenstern began opened a video rental store in 1990, showcasing his willingness to seize new opportunities and innovate, even though the business ultimately faced financial difficulties.
5. Stephan Morgenstern ventured into chain marketing with Hamburg Mannheimer Insurance Company, and his tenure was marked by his resourceful use of cold calling and systematic approaches, quickly achieving notable sales success.
