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GOVERNOR IBIKUNLE AMOSUN GOT 2017 GOVERNOR OF THE YEAR RECOGNITION FROM PINK AWARDS

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By Gloria Okezie-Okafor

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It was all pink at the Mimaya Event Centre in Oregun Lagos recently where notable individuals across professions were honoured with awards for their contributions in their respective fields as well as the positive contribution it brought to the society.

Notable among them were: the Executive Governor of Ogun State, His Excellency Sen. Ibikunle Amosun, who barged the Governor of the year 2017 recognition; Ruth Kadri, Nollywood actress, and Charity Bassey, the remarkable Nigerian lady who picked $6000 in cash in one of the rest rooms at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport Lagos.

The event which was the second of its kind since inception, was hosted by the La Veronica Magazine, and doubles as a launch ceremony for the magazine’s 6th edition. The promoter of the event, Joe Obiajulu Okei–Odumakin, president of The Rights Groups Women Arise for Change Initiative and Campaign Democracy, speaking on the essence of the event, says it was in honour of well serving individuals who have made outstanding contributions in their respective fields of endeavors.

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In her words: ”PINK AWARDS is unique in that it recognizes people who are making a difference in their contributions to humanity. And by so doing inspire others to strive to become exceptional as well. Take for instance the young lady who picked up $6000 misplace by a customer at the Murtala Mohammed Airport in Lagos. Those are the kind of things we expect in this country. And this is what PINK Awards stands for: Prestige, Innovation, Noble, and Knowledgeable.”

Delectable actress, Ruth Kadri had expressed gratitude to the organizers of the award, and offered her deepest gratitude to God, whom –she says –is largely behind her success. She was equally appreciative of her family whose support for her career had pushed her to enviable heights.

To hand the award for Integrity to the lady whose uncommon character made so much impact in the social sphere sometime this year for being exceptional, was the wife of the Ogun State Governor, Mrs. Olufunsho Amosun. The recipient of the award, Charity Bassey of Lakewood Company, an arm of the International Airport, was that exceptional cleaner who had picked the cash carelessly dropped by a customer who used the toilet facility.

Mrs. Amosun who was elated to be handing the award, also presented a cheque of #50 000 to Miss Bassey. According to her: ”at such a time when many would quietly tuck away the money for personal gains, Charity did the impressionable. It shows that we still have people of high integrity in this country. What Charity have done is hope for our future. This token is just a way of saying we appreciate people like you”.

Mrs. Amosun and the deputy governor of Ogun State, Mrs. Yetunde Onanuga, both represented the Governor of the State, Senator Ibikunle Amosun who was honoured with the Outstanding Governor of the year 2017. Presenting the award was Joe Odumakin. The international award winning human right activist and women crusader, says the Ogun State Governor had shown exceptionality in his discharge of duties, portraying him as a Governor with vision for the well meaning of his people.

The event was spiced with musical performance by star kid artist, Ozzy Bosco. Newest Afro Pop singer, Don Leo also performed. And there were light comedies from Mc Dara Dee, Chincocfr, and Open Teeth. Mofe Duncan and Kehinde Bankole were the delectable anchors who kept the occasion lively. Other star guests include Ali Baba, and Christian Paul.

Not left out of the event were CMC gladiators of repute led by the charismatic a Cornel Udofia. Also, the brand personae, and CEO of my beautiful Africa and ICE Magazine, Clara Okoro, equally graced the event.

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We’re Featuring Fuji, Islamic, Christian Musicians Together in One Song in July* -UK Based promoter, Adetutu Jakande speaks on next events

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*We’re Featuring Fuji, Islamic, Christian Musicians Together in One Song in July*
-UK Based promoter, Adetutu Jakande speaks on next events

*Seasoned woman of God and the United Kingdom based frontline showbiz promoter, Prophetess Adetutu Jakande, has spoken about the preparations for her upcoming events both in Nigeria and abroad.*
*The general overseer of the Assembly of Messiah Family Global Outreach UK also shared the progress of her ministry in this brief chat. Read on…*

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*Let’s talk about your coming event; where is the venue, what’s the date and what category of artistes are we expecting?*
Our next event will take place in July. The date will be fixed before then, also the venue and category of artistes to perform at the event will be announced in due course.

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*When did you have the last event and where was it hosted?*
Our last event took place last month, April 20th, 2024. It was hosted at Funkey Bee Cuisine in London.

 

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*So far, have you hosted any of your events in Nigeria?*
Yes, we have hosted many events in Nigeria. We hosted one in Ikorodu and we held another at Badagry in Lagos State.

 

*Tell us about your online Christian ministry and what God has been doing through your ministration.*
God has been so faithful with us on our online ministry. We’ve been able to reach out to so many souls that need Christ, especially through our regular outreach programme, ‘Hour of Divine Visitation’ on YouTube, Facebook and our other social media handles.
We also run a charity programme which we use to help others in need through the help of God.

 

*Finally, what are the preparations like for the coming event, and what are your expectations?*
Well, we have many things in preparations. We have the next event coming up in London in July, and we have an event coming up in Nigeria too because we’re trying to elevate some artistes, like we always do, both in Gospel, Islamic and Fuji Music genres. We are trying to bring the artistes together in the studio in Nigeria to release a single. I believe God Almighty will help us to accomplish this like He has always helped us.

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Countdown To Night of Neon Color With Osupa Saheed

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Preparations are in top gear as Lord of Music, Saheed Osupa thickens rehearsal in America with his band boys, to storm Lawbell Entertainment Nigeria’s show tagged Night of Neon Colour with Osupa Saheed.

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The International Fuji star with a distinct voice we gathered will be performing with his full band from America for the first time to Jam for Lawbell in Lagos and obviously it’s going to be his first show this year. The show will come up 18th May, 2024, on CMD Road, Magodo, Lagos Nigeria.

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According to Lawbell Entertainment Manager, Olabanji Adelana, Osupa won’t leave any stone unturned, he’s bent on thrilling his audience with new compositions in addition to his oldies and fans favourite,” all arrangements have been made for the show and Osupa has promised to make the event one of its best in the recent times” Osupa manager who also spoke to us boldly confirm that Night of Neon show will be a show of excellence as he seized the opportunity to call on Osupa regular fans not to miss the scintillating and thrilling vibes Osupa is performing with his American boys, who will also arrived in Nigeria for the show.

Other artistes that have been pencilled down to thrill fans are The Platinum bombshell, golden boy and “You don hit my car crooner, Tony Tetuila, Omalicha crooner, Suavé, Alubarika crooner, Eskay Lala.

Information reaching us that Osupa’s have been calling as regards the show and assurance have been that the king of Fuji Music would be performing live to thrill his fans.

As time goes on, more information would believe released to the public as regards the spectacular show “Night of Neon colour”

Countdown To Night of Neon Color With Osupa Saheed

 

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Shola Vibrator To Travel Overseas As Birthday Bash Holds

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Sahara Weekly Reports That The Vice Chairman, of the Association of Juju Musicians of Nigeria, Mrs Olushola Taiwo, aka Shola Vibrator is set to take her band on an overseas tour anytime soon as her birthday holds.

 

 

 

 

 

Shola Vibrator To Travel Overseas As Birthday Bash Holds

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shola Vibrator whose birthday celebration comes every month of April in the year shall be jetting out soon as preparation to perform outside Nigeria is in top gear.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

According to her media aide, Jide Alabi, he said, “Shola Vibrator and her juju band will be leaving the shore of Nigeria for a musical tour with a solid plan to perform in some notable places. The deal covers her stay for some time having been on the talk for some time. Now, it’s been sealed and her numerous fans across the state will have the opportunity to watch the ever vibrant, talented Juju Musician live.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Shola Vibrator is a musician to reckon with amongst entertainers in Nigeria that have been opportune to showcase their talents outside Nigeria.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shola Vibrator To Travel Overseas As Birthday Bash Holds

 

 

 

 

 

 

Olushola Taiwo, popularly known as Shola Vibrator sings juju music, and she named her type of music Juju vibration.

 

According to this beautiful Songstress, her journey in music began at the church, a celestial church of Christ, where she led the church’s choir from the tender age of seven.

 

The Juju Vibration crooner said, “It all began on one beautiful Sunday, it was our Xmas carol day, and the lady that was supposed to lead had an issue with her voice. She was about to lead us but unfortunately, her voice was not coming up and that was how I was called by the choirmaster to lead. I didn’t really rehearse the song, but it seems God was on my side, I did it well and that was how I got the position to be the lead vocal in my church.”

 

From passion to a means of livelihood, she said, “It was a passion at first and I later took it up professionally when I started working at the studio as a backup singer for big artists. On this premise, I made sure I learnt the ethics of the studio, and how to harmonize with different voices and it really helped me develop into a good Juju artiste.”

 

 

 

Going into music, Shola Vibrator said her parent fully supported her, especially her dad who gave her a hundred percent backing. She said, “My parents are great talents when it comes to music. My mother, when she was younger, used to be a lead singer, soprano top voice, while my dad of blessed memory was good at Bass. Both of them are great lovers of music, and on several occasions, we have rehearsed together.”

 

 

 

Making her music public, she said, “Now I have four albums to my name even though it took me a while before I decided to give it a shot. She said, “I really wanted to fill a vacuum, and when I released my first album ten years ago, fans and other music lovers were glad to have another taste of Juju music. I had really gained a lot by the time I came up with mine, having worked with so many people during the recording of their musical albums.

 

Vibrator said, she is the creator of Juju vibration, and being a lady in the profession, she has been able to carve a niche for herself despite the hurdles. “God has been very wonderful to me, though I had to confront different challenges as a woman in the industry, and to His glory, I have been able to face the task and overcome it.

 

Being one of the most beautiful singers around in the entertainment industry, Shola said, “I have been able to distinguish myself, though fans and let me say men generally have not been easy to deal with when they see a beautiful face and being a musician, there is always so much to it, but I have been able to manage it well.”

 

On her albums, she said, “I have done some that are doing good. Amongst them is NIGERIA MY COUNTRY, it is a single. I recorded it based on the situation of the country.

 

 

 

Juju vibration crooner said soon she will be going overseas with her full band to perform as her fans across the globe are waiting anxiously to watch her perform live, and this will happen soon.

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