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HABARIPAY’S SQUAD ANNOUNCES DATES FOR TAKE ON SQUAD HACKATHON 2.0…

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INVITES APPLICATIONS FROM YOUNG INNOVATORS ACROSS AFRICA

 

Lagos, Nigeria – 3 February 2025 – HabariPay’s Squad, payment fintech subsidiary of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (“GTCO” or the “Group”), today announced dates for its annual social coding competition. Building on the success of the inaugural edition, “Squad Hackathon 2.0” is set to take place from the 13th–15th of March 2025 at the state-of-the-art GTCO Training Complex, Tayo’s Plaza, Abeokuta, Ogun State.

 

Launched in January 2024, Take on Squad Hackathon is designed to foster creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills among emerging tech talents. Competing teams will leverage Squad’s advanced APIs to create scalable digital solutions that not only improve their immediate communities but also contribute to addressing wider economic and social concerns. The second edition of the hackathon is expected to be even larger and more impactful, with expanded participation from universities across Nigeria and a broader range of impactful problem statements.
Themed “Finclusion Revolution: Unlocking Access, Empowering Communities,” this 3-day event aims to spotlight how technology can address real-world challenges that limit access to financial services in underserved communities. The hackathon will feature onboarding, team-building activities, brainstorming and hacking sessions, and solution development. By providing a platform for university students and other tertiary institution participants to showcase their IT skills, the event fosters personal growth, professional development, and network-building. Additionally, it serves as a stepping stone for young innovators to gain exposure, attract investment, and potentially bring their solutions to market.

 

 

Speaking on the upcoming Take on Squad Hackathon 2.0, Eduophon Japhet, Managing Director of HabariPay Ltd, said: “The Take on Squad Hackathon reflects our core mission of empowering businesses and young innovators. We believe that the next big breakthrough in technology will come from young minds who are passionate about solving current and emerging universal challenges. At Squad, we are not just building cutting-edge payment solutions for our clients; we are nurturing a culture of innovation and empowering the next generation of tech leaders in Africa.”

 

Registration for Take on Squad Hackathon 2.0 is now open for teams of four. Beyond the grand prizes—₦5 million for first place, ₦3 million for second place, and ₦2 million for third place—standout participants will have the exclusive opportunity to join the Squad.

 

Hackademy. This initiative, powered by Squad, provides young innovators with access to comprehensive learning resources, expert mentorship, and exclusive job opportunities within Squad’s ecosystem of partners.
Don’t miss this chance to make a difference with your squad and be part of a vibrant community of young innovators shaping the future of digital payments in Africa.

For more details and application guidelines, please visit https://squadco.com/hackathon.

 

About HabariPay
HabariPay Ltd is the fintech subsidiary of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO), one of the largest financial services institutions in Africa with direct and indirect investments in a network of operating entities located in 10 countries across Africa and the United Kingdom.
Licensed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), our goal is to support SMEs, micro merchants, large corporations and other fintechs (Tech Stars) with the tools they need to thrive in an evolving digital economy and expand beyond their current market reach. HabariPay’s solutions include Squad, a full-scale digital payments toolkit to make in-person and online payments simpler, HabariPay Storefront, an e-commerce website to facilitate online purchases, Value-Added Services to help merchants access cost-effective and flexible airtime and data bundles to run their businesses, as well as a switching infrastructure that enables tech-focused businesses to optimise cost and make transactions more efficient.

 

HabariPay’s contributions to Accelerating Digital Acceptance in Africa have not gone unnoticed–it received Mastercard’s Innovative Mobile Payment Solution Award at TIA 2022 for its innovative payment solution, SquadPOS.
About Squad.

Squad is a complete digital payments solution that is reliable, secure, and affordable, making receiving in-person and online payments simpler and convenient.

Thousands of merchants currently leverage Squad’s payment solutions for their daily business operations. Squad’s current products and service offerings include SquadPOS, Squad Payment Links, Squad Virtual Accounts, USSD, and E-Commerce Storefront.

Find out more at www.squadco.com.

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MY RESPONSE TO GOV. CALEB MUTFWANG’S RESPONSE

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THE ISRAEL OF SHAITAN

MY RESPONSE TO GOV. CALEB MUTFWANG’S RESPONSE.

23rd April 2025.

My dear Caleb,

My aide just briefed me about your response to me and though I did not have time to read it he briefed me about its contents.

I am glad you read my short note to you about the Israeli Ambassador’s visit to your state & I trust that you got my point.

I kept it simple, short, polite & sharp because I really didn’t want to hurt your feelings.

However given the fact that you have evidently not learnt your lesson, I will dedicate more time to you in the future, write a full essay on the topic and endeavour to be much more clinical.

Your people in Plateau state are being slaughtered & you are busy writing feeble rejoinders to me? Don’t you think you have bigger problems than that?

Let me reiterate my position: you are a weak & cowardly man who does not know his left from his right.

 

When Sen. Lalong was Governor of your state the killings were minimised because he understood the nature of the terrorists & he knew what to do & what not to do.

 

He also recognised the danger in associating with foreigners that are more interested in dividing us than uniting us.

 

Since you got there all you have done is whine, blame everyone else for your woeful failure, welcome the enemies of humanity that are killing women & children in Gaza to your table & behave as if you are infallible.

 

I have now come to the firm conclusion that your are not only incorrigible but also beyond redemption. This saddens me & frankly I pity you.

Outside of that it is my view that you are a disgrace to Plateau state, to Christianity & to Nigeria.

 

I suggest you focus on bringing peace to your state rather than worry about me.

 

I will always pray & support those that are ready to confront & kill terrorists but I cannot abide those that treat them with kid gloves, cry like babies before them & quiver in their prescence.

 

Kindly stand up like a man, do something about the terrorists that have plagued your state & stop inviting the representatives of evil foreign Governments with blood on their hands to your domain. Is that too much to ask?

As I wrote in my note you inflicted a spiritual wound on yourself by welcoming genocidal maniacs & child-killers to your table.

Regardless of your protests & lamentations I stand by my words.

Those who kill Palestinians & occupy their land illegally can hardly be trusted to bring peace to the land of others.

 

That was my point which you clearly chose to ignore or did not have the mental virility & intellectual fortitude to comprehend.

 

Now you have made the whole thing worse by knuckling down & attempting to rationalise your shameful behaviour.

One day you will discover that I am not an enemy but a friend because only friends tell you the truth no matter how bitter.

Let us hope that by that time it will not be too late.

Take the money of the Israelis in the name of them helping you with agriculture & irrigation but never trust them & know that such support from such evil men comes at a high price & with consequences.

 

Those that sell their soul to satan never win & always end badly. If you doubt it I recommend that you read Christopher Marlow’s great literary work titled Dr. Faustus. You have much to learn from it.

 

I believe the people of Plateau state deserve far better and as a Nigerian and particularly as one who, despite the attendant risks and relentless persecution that it attracted, has spoken up for your people on numerous occassions over the last 15 years when they were under siege, I believe I have every right to be concerned and to express my views.

 

Despite all my prayer is that God opens your eyes sooner than later because I do not wish you ill.

 

As you know I love Plateau state & it’s people & what is going on there breaks my heart.

May the Lord open your eyes, may He deliver, lead & guide you, may He bring you back to your senses and to an expected end and may He restore peace to Plateau state.

This is and will always be my prayer despite your obvious weaknesses.

I wish you well.

Shalom.

(FFK)

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Hearts Touched, Lives Uplifted as TM Foundation Spreads Love and Hope During Easter Boxing Day Outreach in South Africa and Nigeria

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Hearts Touched, Lives Uplifted as TM Foundation Spreads Love and Hope During Easter Boxing Day Outreach in South Africa and Nigeria

Laughter, gratitude, and heartfelt emotions filled the streets of South Africa and Nigeria this Easter Boxing Day, as the TM Foundation extended its hand of love and compassion to the underserved through a remarkable street outreach campaign.

With the theme of “spreading love, one heart at a time,” the TM Foundation’s outreach was more than just a charitable act—it was a beacon of hope for many who have felt forgotten. Volunteers from the foundation poured into communities, armed with food parcels, Drinks and warm smiles that brightened every face they met.

In South Africa, the outreach swept through inner-city neighborhoods and informal settlements. Children danced with joy, clutching Easter treats, while elderly citizens received much-needed supplies and a comforting word.

Meanwhile, in Nigeria, the streets of Lagos and environment came alive as the foundation reached out to street kids, single mothers, and displaced families. Songs of praise and echoes of gratitude filled the air. “It’s not just what they gave us,” said Chinedu, a young father of two, “it’s how they made us feel—that we matter, that we’re not alone.”

The TM Foundation, known for its unwavering commitment to humanity, emphasized that the outreach was not a one-time gesture, but part of a larger mission to restore dignity and rekindle hope across Africa. “Our goal is simple,” said the foundation’s representative. “To be the reason someone smiles again. To remind people that love is real and help is never too far away.”

As the sun set on Easter Boxing Day, hearts were lighter, spirits were lifted, and communities felt a renewed sense of belonging—all thanks to the selfless love and tireless work of the TM Foundation.

Hearts Touched, Lives Uplifted as TM Foundation Spreads Love and Hope During Easter Boxing Day Outreach in South Africa and Nigeria

 

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ARIYA EXTRA : KING SAHEED OSUPA GLOBAL FANS CLUB HONORS ALHAJI AREMS WITH PRESTIGIOUS AWARD

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ARIYA EXTRA : KING SAHEED OSUPA GLOBAL FANS CLUB HONORS ALHAJI AREMS WITH PRESTIGIOUS AWARD

In a grand ceremony held as part of the Olufimo Day 2025 celebration, the King Saheed Osupa Global Fans Club bestowed the esteemed Image Maker Personality Award 2025 upon Alhaji Wasiu Adeniyi Aremu, popularly known as Alhaji Arems on the 20th April, 2025. This prestigious honor recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to promoting positive images and values of the club.

Alhaji Arems, renowned for his exceptional leadership and innovative approach in the entertainment industry as the CEO of Ariya 24/7 Tv and Arems Entertainment, was chosen for this award due to his outstanding impact on the industry. His dedication to excellence and passion for nurturing talent have earned him widespread recognition and admiration. The award was presented to him by the able President of King Saheed Osupa Global Fans Club, Alhaji Waheed Ogunsesan during the Olufimo Day 2025 celebration.

The Olufimo Day 2025 celebration led to the bringing together of industry stakeholders, fans, and other national personalities to celebrate excellence and creativity of the forerunner, King Saheed OSUPA.

Alhaji Arems‘ win is a testament to his hard work, vision, and commitment to making a lasting impression in the entertainment world.

ARIYA EXTRA : KING SAHEED OSUPA GLOBAL FANS CLUB HONORS ALHAJI AREMS WITH PRESTIGIOUS AWARD
This award not only honors Alhaji Arems’ achievements but also serves as a motivation for him to continue pushing boundaries and inspiring others. The King Saheed Osupa Global Fans Club’s recognition of his efforts underscores the impact of his work and the respect he has garnered within the industry.

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