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  • Deribb releases new single ‘Where’

    Deribb releases new single ‘Where’

    Adeniyi Adewoyin

    Fast rising artiste- Deribb has announced the release of his much anticipated single “WHERE”, an Afro pop song centered on the love story between two people, who are faced with challenges in their relationship, and are having difficulties living without each other.

    ‘Where’ is no doubt a timely song looking at the situation of things in marriages, and relationships today.

    Deribigbe Benson, professionally known as ‘Deribb’ is a musician, producer, and an afro pop, afro soul, and afro fusion singer. In an industry that is highly competitive, Deribb has crafted a sound for himself that cuts across all ages, gender and demography.

    One of the uniqueness of Deribb as an artiste is his ability to write quality songs, work with excellent sound engineers to release a masterpiece to the hearings of his lovely fans.

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    Prior to the release of his latest single “WHERE”, the Lagos born singer, has some songs in his Arsenal namely, “Titilaye”, “Aye Asoro”, “Bad Gidigan”, “Need a Girl” and many more, which gained massive airplay across the nation.

    With a burning desire to achieve his childhood dreams, Deribb is here to stay, and stamp his name on the global map as a musical force to be reckoned with anytime.

    “WHERE” is available on all platforms for downloads.

  • Kogi Poly expels 25 students for examination malpractice

    Kogi Poly expels 25 students for examination malpractice

    Agency Reporter

    The Kogi State Polytechnic has expelled 25 students for their involvement in various forms of examination malpractice.

    The institution disclosed this in a statement issued to News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) by Mrs Uredo Omale, its Head, Public Relations and Protocol Unit, on Saturday in Lokoja.

    Omale said the decision was taken at the meeting of the institution’s Governing Board held on Aug. 13.

    According to her, the decision is in line with the recommendation of the Students Examination Malpractice Committee.

    She said that the students were found guilty of various forms of examination misconduct during the second semester examination for the 2018/2019 academic session.

    The Spokesperson said that the board had during the meeting also approved backlog of results across all schools, beginning from the 2016/2017 academic session.

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    ” The meeting also considered and approved the establishment of the School of Agricultural Technology at the Itakpe campus of the Polytechnic,” she said.

    She said that the newly-approved school would commence academic activities with National Diploma (ND) programmes in the 2020/2021 Session.

    ” It will offer programmes such as Animal Health and Production Technology, Agriculture and Bio-enviromental Technology, Horticultural Technology and Agricultural Technology,” Omale said.

    She further stated that the board also approved the constitution of three committees to handle pressing academic and disciplinary issues.

    They are: Committees for Result Verification to be chaired by the Deputy Rector, Dr Lamidi Kehinde, the Central Examination Misconduct Committee, with Mr Stephen Rowland of the School of General Studies as Chairman and the Student Disciplinary Committee to be chaired by the Director of Academic Planning, Mrs Ruth Haruna.

    (NAN)

  • Captain Balo nudges concierge industry to greatness

    Captain Balo nudges concierge industry to greatness

    Being deliberate about piling up funds, is a characteristic that increases tremendously; this is one of the reasons why the Nigerian Capital Market is bent on transforming its operations into a streamlined structure.

    As the concept of leadership is coined from the world of success, our thoughts on team effectiveness are intertwined.

    One can be a leader while still pursuing their ambitions to be more competitive. A glorious man decides to make a difference in an absurd situation, not just to be a leader.

    Captain Oluwaseun Abdulhafis Balogun is a successful pilot and a multifaceted individual who saw the need to further his success by parlaying his good looks into the concierge industry.

    This business magnate had created a prestigious concierge firm in America and was named one of the country’s most exotic concierges. As soon as Oluwaseun realized his strengths and aim, he mapped out a plan to extend the international development to Nigeria, and as a result, he intends to establish a subdivision of his company in Lagos, Nigeria.

    He has proven to be one of a kind due to his uniqueness by channelling his talents with finesse. He can quickly transition between being a pilot and a lifestyle influencer, as well as using his managerial skills.

    Conversely, Oluwaseun really tends to spend time with his friends while touring the world and learning about new countries, resulting in a good time. Hence, Oluwaseun is always excited about making others comfortable and doing things that make them feel better.

    He holds David Grutman, the owner of LIV, America’s largest nightclub, and many high-profile restaurant chains, up as an iconic mentor.

  • Kizz Daniel, Patoranking, others dominate TikTok

    Kizz Daniel, Patoranking, others dominate TikTok

    Our Reporter 

    Since joining TikTok Kizz Daniel, Patoranking, others dominate TikTok two months ago, ace musician Patoranking Fire has taken to the platform’s functionalities perfectly by building a followership of over 55,000.

    He has been using the platform to invite followers into more personal parts of his life, like when he shared a video of himself brushing his teeth with his daughter.

    The celebrated Nigerian singer also participated in the #SpiritsUp and also held a live stream performance for his latest song ‘Abule’, attracting over 20k viewers in no time.

    Based on Nigerian singer Kizz Daniel’s new single, ‘Ada’, the #AdaChallenge is a simple whirl of hand and leg movements set to the mid-tempo flow of the addictive single.

    The challenge has taken over TikTok in Nigeria since it started, currently sitting at just 10 million views and about 2k videos created with the catchy dance routine.

    Other celebrities who have also joined the challenge include comedian, Kemzmama and radio personality, Do2tun.

    With over 144,000 followers, Jennifrank29, one of Nigeria’s fastest-growing content creators on TikTok is a bundle of energy. The creative has been switching adroitly between high-octane dance videos, lip-syncs, acting and memes creation.

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    Her enthusiasm and innovation continuously shine through, inviting engagements and spin-offs inspired by her theatrics. One of her most enduring pieces of content is the exploration of the dynamics of a Nigerian mother-daughter relationship with one video getting over 2M views.

    Since going viral, the #ExpressionChallenge has gotten over 2 billion views as well as over 15,000 videos shared on TikTok.

    It is a sticker challenge that encourages users to duplicate the depicted mood of three different stickers per level.

    Once the instructions are followed satisfactorily, and then they move on to the further two levels and upon completion receive a trophy for their participation.

  • I started entertainment with an award event – Bamidele Adams

    I started entertainment with an award event – Bamidele Adams

    Our Reporter

    Popular event host, Bamidele Adams has revealed why he is mostly called King of Nightlife. He said most people have the misconception because most of the showbiz he hosted confined around Night activities.

    Bamidele Adams (BA) kicked off with grassroots entertainment in 2010 with fashion & clothing at Oau, Ile-Ife where he consulted for a lofty fabric brand known as FEG CLOTHIERS, He was also her brand ambassador forthwith.

    “It’s funny a lot of people think I started my entertainment adventures with Nightlife as a lot tag me “King of Nightlife” especially folks I met from 2017 upwards because most of my Showbiz activities was confined around Night activities, Birthday Soirées, Artiste Hosting, Venue Grand premieres & all sorts of active nocturnal structures that happens at night”, said Adams.,

    The truth is Bamidele Adams started off his mainstream entertainment business as a cooperate event organizer, An award event to be aptly precise.

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    “I kick started with OSCAR Awards in 2014 from OAU, Ile Ife & then NIGMAwards in 2016 when I moved to Lagos, More than your favorite students, celebrities were awarded on my stage. A lot of people that knew me from 2014 & followed my activities consistently knew I started off as a cooperate Award organizer especially those that got my award as that particular time. I stopped Award event for a while because of the risks, hassles & some major inconveniences it”.

    Bamidele Adams was born into a family of 6, he had both his nursery, primary & secondary education in Oyo state from year 1996 – 2009. He had his first degree in Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile ife , Osun State from the year 2009 – 2014 after which I proceeded to the University of Lagos for my 2nd degree in 2015.

  • COVID-19: Reddington commissions PCR Laboratory, Armoured Shield hospital for testing, treatment

    COVID-19: Reddington commissions PCR Laboratory, Armoured Shield hospital for testing, treatment

    Our Reporter 

    The Reddington Hospital Group has commissioned the Armoured Shield Medical Complex, a state-of-the- art medical facility in Victoria Island, Lagos to deal with all cases related to Covid-19, from testing to treatment and management of other co-morbidity conditions presented by a patient.

    The new medical centre built in phases, offers a 50-bed facility with isolation wards, high dependency and level 3 Intensive Care Unit(ICU) with ventilators, organ life support machines, CT Scan, X ray, laboratory, telemedicine, emergency response ambulances among other equipment and seasoned medical personnel required to treat all cases of Covid-19 in both adults and children.

    Speaking during the launch of the centre, the Medical Director of Armoured Shield Medical Complex, Dr.OlusolaOluwole said the facility is the only private hospital in Lagos accredited by the Lagos State Government both for Testing and Treatment of Covid-19.

    He said the new medical centre is complemented by Reddington ZaineLab, a new Molecular biology laboratory that has a Class 3 Biosecurity Technology that promotes efficiency and provides highest level of protection for laboratory staff and the environment while detecting and diagnosing Covid-19 within 24-48 hours of testing.

    Dr.Oluwole said that the centre which is established to complement the great efforts of the Lagos State government in fighting the Covid-19 pandemic is situated in four different locations across Lagos with an Incident Command Office in Victoria Island.

    The Isolation Treatment Centre offers a well-furnished en-suite single bedrooms, mini office and lounges and is targeted at corporate community and discerning clientele who desire a private and serene environment during the period of the management of the Covid-19 infection.

    The Medical Centre also provide facility for Children, Pregnancy care and Theatre to operate COVID-19 patient with acute emergencies. Oluwole said Shell Nigeria and Seplat Petroleum Plc are just two out of the corporate organisations that have subscribed to the Armoured Shield Medical Scheme, which according to him is the most attractive comprehensive care package offered by any private hospital in Lagos for Covid-19 management.

    Special guest of honour and Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi commended the management of Reddington Hospital for establishing the Covid-19 management centre at a time when the current medical facilities and isolation centres in the state are over stretched.

    Prof.Abayomi said private sector initiatives like the Armoured Shield Medical Centre will go a long way in complementing efforts of Lagos and Federal governments in winning the war against the ravaging global pandemic. He said Lagos State as the epicentre of Covid-19 in Nigeria has demonstrated commendable leadership through the Governor, Mr. BabajideSanwo-Olu in curbing the spread of Corona Virus in Nigeria.

    “Lagos State with the support of the Nigerian Centre for Disease Control, Federal Ministry of Health and the Presidential Task Force on Covid-19 has provided a working template which other states are now running with in the management of Covid-19 in Nigeria.”

    He said that with over 70,000 people tested, Lagos state is leading in the number of tested individuals not only in Nigeria but in some African countries.

    Prof.Abayomi said the state has identified the apathy of most people to testing, stigmatization of infected and treated persons, refusal to adhere to non-medical protocols such as social distancing, wearing of facemask in public places and the general cynicism among the populace that Covid-19 is a “big man disease” as some of the challenges facing the fight against the pandemic in Nigeria.

     

     

  • Music is life to me, says Cashwale

    Music is life to me, says Cashwale

    By Olaitan Ganiu

    Nigerian singer and songwriter, Lawal Ismaila popularly known as Cash Wale, has opened up on his passion and drive towards making good sounds.

    Cashwale who is signed to Cashgang Ent and managed by Flyest Entertainment and Sports Management is a Civil Engineering graduate at the University of Lagos

    The artiste said that music is as important to him as life itself.

    “Music to me is life and it helps me relax, brings out my soft and adorable side, I sleep, drink and eat music,” he said.

    Cashwale whose hit song and a favourite to him is, Handkerchief featuring Idowest.

    Cashwale has also featured Dammykrane and CDQ in other singles.

    He noted that the song brought him a breakthrough in the Nigeria music scene and kick-started his career from local performances.

    He has since released other songs like; Ghen Ghen Ti, Atarodo, Lover Lover, Body Bad.

    The star whose music genre ranges from hip-hop, R&B and House Music described his music as ‘a mixture of Afro hip hop,’ said, “I love to listen to a lot of music especially fuji and juju music so I pick one or two from there then my producer calls me up sometimes, we sit down and create a lot of magic from there.”

    After his breakthrough single featuring Idowest, Cashwale says he looks forward to working with the likes of “Drake, Wizkid, Davido and other A-list artistes.”

    The afro-pop star who said, “I get inspired by the things I see around me most times and Almighty Allah.”

    Cashwale further revealed that if he was not an entertainer, he would probably be running his own engineering company. As such he advised aspiring young artistes hoping to get to his level and beyond to take education seriously.

    “I studied Civil Engineering back in school and I still do some engineering work too. One needs to study and get a degree because you cannot do music all the time. Not everyone will do music till old age so there has to be a backup plan,” he said.

    Although the artist has graced many stages, he said that he is grateful for the influence of the internet.

    “The internet made it easier for music to be distributed and heard globally and it has helped artiste and streaming companies make money from streams and also push our music to the whole world,” he said.

    He, however, informed his fans of his upcoming single.

    “I will release my next song in November and then my EP too. I have a lot of recorded songs so I m trying to choose the best one but it is hard. Also, some visuals will run as a follow-up from the EP.” he said.

     

  • WAEC: Kwara reads riot act to principals, parents on exams malpractices

    WAEC: Kwara reads riot act to principals, parents on exams malpractices

    By Adekunle Jimoh, Ilorin

    Kwara state government Friday read riot act to school authorities and parents.

    It warned that it would not tolerate examination malpractices under any guise, warning that anyone caught in the crime would be punished.

    The government instead urged school authorities and parents to encourage students to prepare very well for the upcoming examinations rather than look forward to a system that aids and abets cheating.

    “As we all know, the examinations will start on the 17th August, 2020. You should all go back home and relay this warning to all your invigilators,” the state Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development Hajia Fatimah Ahmed said at a meeting of the All Nigeria Confederation of Principals of Secondary Schools (ANCOPSS), proprietors of private schools and the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Teachers in Ilorin.

    “Secret invigilators and intelligent officers will be everywhere to ensure compliance. Not only that, anti-Corruption agencies would be moving round without notice. Anybody caught aiding and abetting examination malpractice or involved in any form of sharp practices will be punished according to the law of the land.”

    The warning came as schools prepare for senior and junior school certificate examinations that begin later this month.

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    Ahmed reminded the principals and parents that the AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has had to pay N30.5m penalties imposed on the state following WAEC’s blacklist of 165 Kwara schools over rampant examination malpractices in 2019.

    The commissioner said the new administration would not condone such behaviour under its watch.

    The break occasioned by COVID-19 pandemic will not be an excuse to allow students to cheat during the forthcoming examinations, she added.

    “I know you are respected and responsible gentlemen and women who will not be ready to ruin your career for any amount. I therefore plead with you all to protect your names and the future of our children,” Ahmed said.

    The commissioner said the administration is investing so much in education infrastructure and prompt payment of wages amid dwindling resources.

    She also announced that Junior Secondary School class three students would resume classes on Monday ahead of their own examination in September.

    She called for respect for all safety protocols to flatten the curve of the COVID-19 pandemic in the state.

    For his part, the state President of ANCOPSS, Toyin Abdullahi, said the body would not be a party to examination malpractices and directed its members not to stay in their respective schools during the examinations.

    “On no account should any principal stay in their schools during examinations. There will be no hidden places for principals aiding and abetting examination malpractices,” Abdullahi said.

    Dr Adetunji AbdulRahman, President of the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools, said the incident of examination malpractices that occurred last year was “embarrassing”.

    “We have told our people that we must nip the ugly incidents in the bud. It will never repeat itself. We have organised ourselves into task force and engaged security agencies to also assist us,” AbdulRahman said.

  • AfriSafe 2020 gets top screening professionals

    AfriSafe 2020 gets top screening professionals

    By Samson Oti

    The Africa Safety Award for Excellence (AfriSAFE) has announced a six-man committee to assess over 1,200 entries across 12 categories from 4 African regions for its 2020 award programme.
    The judges’ committee consisted of six professionals from UK, Ireland, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and Cape Verde Islands.

    Chief Coordinator, AfriSAFE, Femi Da-Silva, in a statement, said: “AfriSAFE 2020 promises to be bigger than ever before as we have received over 1200 entries across 11 categories from 4 African regions.

    “We are inspired by the passion and zeal to reward excellence and creativity especially in times like this.

    “This is evident from the overwhelming number of nominations we have received. Accordingly, we have also appointed judges who are professionals across various fields of health and safety with years of quality experience to preside over the judging criteria to ensure fairness and justice in choosing the 2020 nominees and winners.”

    He added the award event, which holds virtually on October 11, will attract captains of industries, industrial giants and safety professionals from across African on one platform to celebrate its heroes.

    AfriSAFE, which is a leading global brand for recognition and celebration of excellence in Health, Safety and Wellbeing in Africa, will celebrate several innovative ideas and efforts of organizations and individuals in keeping our workplace and community safe.

    The award event will feature a host of entertaining, enlightening and inspiring presentations focused on creating a safer workplace.

    AfriSAFE 2020 is sponsored by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), the world’s largest member body for Safety and Health professionals; Hybrid Group, Combined Training Solutions, Eximia Realty and Surveillance Fire Ltd.

  • Up and personal with Instagram sensation, Ashmushy

    Up and personal with Instagram sensation, Ashmushy

    Our Reporter

    One of Instagram’s finest and well-known content creators, Miss Amarachi Amusi, popularly known as Ashmusy by her fans and followers on her social media platforms and more finally lets us get a peek into her life.

    A native of Obeagu Awkunanaw, Enugu State, Nigeria, Ashmusy was born and raised in the city of Lagos by her mum who she says has impacted a lot in her life and stands as her role model.

    The content creator attended her primary school in Good learning kiddies school, Gbagada and her secondary education in Federal Government College. Amarachi went ahead to further her education at Madonna University.

    When asked about her achievements, Amarachi said maintaining a happy and healthy family as well as her career carries a baton in her life before opening her businesses ‘Ashmusy Empire and Ashmusy Hair.’ The beautiful creator is at the peak of her career as she is now an Ambassador of different brands.

    Her latest video shows her advertising the OctaFx which is presently making waves.

    Amarachi has the vision to become a young billionaire, a business tycoon and one of the highest-paid influencers out there. She’s a step closer to her goal every day as her Empire is turning out to be one of the most talked about in the media these days.

    Now everyone in the show business usually has a challenge or the other. When asked Amarachi said she is usually faced with too many bills, a lot of business stress and Instagram shadowban. Despite this the social media influencer doesn’t back down, instead, she makes the most of it by dancing, eating, acting and more according to her.

    You can’t help but notice that this Queen does know how to have fun as her page shows ‘spending.’

    In the end, Amarachi is more passionate about uplifting others, taking care of her family and once again improving her business as a whole. The content creator is one step away from making a groundbreaking achievement in the global world as we know it.

    I am passionate about creating content- Social Media sensation, Ashmusy

    Amarachi Amusi, popularly known as Ashmusy on her social media platforms is a young lady of different and many talents. The Instagram sensation was born and raised in the hustling and bustling city of Lagos, Nigeria.

    Amarachi completed all three levels of her education in Nigeria. Having completed her primary and secondary education in Good

    Learning Kiddies School, Gbagada and Federal Government College respectively, she went ahead to further her studies in Madonna University, Lagos.

    ‘Ashmusy’ has achieved a lot of things from starting her businesses ‘Ashmusy empire and Ashmusy hairs’ and being one of the most popular content creators on all social media platforms. Irrespective of these milestones, Amarachi says her greatest achievement is maintaining a happy and healthy life.

    In an up-and-personal with Ashmusy, she says her goal in life is to not only be a young billionaire but also a business tycoon. She went ahead to state that her future plan is to become one of the highest-paid influencers in the global media.

    “Business stress, too many bills, Instagram shadowban are the challenges I usually in this business” Amarachi said when asked the problems one tends to see in the business.

    Amarachi may face a lot of challenges but she says a girl has to have fun and she does this by dancing, eating, and much more. On her social media platform, Ashmusy made it clear to all what she’s passionate about.

    “I’m passionate about uplifting others, taking care of my family, improving my business. But what I’m most passionate about is creating content for my

    thousands of fans out there,” she said.

    Ashmusy may have different rivals in the industry but she is taking the social media world by storm and her goals are closer than ever.