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Pasuma Is My Godfather Not My Lover – Radio Presenter, Jumobi Omisore
Jumobi Omisore aka Hips Don’t Lie, anchor Awoko Pade Ega on Radio Lagos with Labake Orobo, Jummy Classy on AJR 101.1FM. She formerly co-anchored Gbogbo Irawo on LTV with Wale Adeoba. She started her journey into the broadcasting industry in 2006 when she joined to broadcaster, Yomi mate (Ifankalleluyah) as a trainee. She got inspired into the industry through Gbenga Adeboye’s radio programmes on Radio in the 90’s.
Omisore confirmed that she met her boss, Ifankaleluyah in 2004 and joined him as trainee in 2006. Before joining her boss, she studied Adult Education but today her dream as a broadcaster has finally come true.
Beautiful and lovely Jumobi also anchor Wedding Engagement perfectly. Having created her unique style of presentation and becoming a household name of sort, Jumobi Omisore was recently nominated for 2017 YOMAFA Award. Speaking on her nominations she said. “I feel fulfilled and blessed to be among the best. Award always come with controversy; people criticize my nominations, and believe I don’t worth it.
They believe I should not be nominated alongside other top female broadcaster like Yemi Ajide, Skin Dudu, Bidemi Olukuewu and Bose Akinremi and others. Let us take for instance, the MBGN Show goes beyond beauty; something might be beauty in your eyes and ugly in my own case. I don’t know why people castigate me for being nominated for YOMAFA Award. I want people to understand that nomination is different from winning. It is a privilege to be a nominee, it’s also a privilege to be the winner. If you are nominated and win, it doesn’t mean you are the best. In my own case, I am nominated as the Best female presenter YOMAFA 2017. This has been raising dust, people are raising eyebrow and they are saying I am the youngest among the nominees and in-experienced. The fact is people are saying thus out of hatred and ignorance. I did not nominate myself, neither did I lobby for it. I don’t have any amorous relationship with the organizer of YOMAFA, Gbenga Leo that might warranted him to nominate me. And if people want to ask question at all, they should go to Gbenga Leo before ganging –up against me. If anyone is ask now, who is the best sports broadcaster in Nigeria, you might be tempted to say, Larry Izamoje, it’s because he owns a sports Radio Station and he has a unique way of programming, but you will be surprise that you are not correct when they had the Nigeria Sports Award Winning three years back, the winner was Toye Ibitoye from Channels TV. Two years ago, the winner was Godwin EnacEnac from LTV and the present Award Winner Sports broadcaster was Wale Adigun from Top Radio.
The present Winner is not as prominent as Larry Izamoje. Should we now say because Larry is prominent and has a radio station. He should be the winner year-in, year-out!
Life is not like that because it would be boring. Let me now make myself clear on why people are raising highbrow concerning my nomination. Around 2012 the FIFA
Gala-Nite, when they wanted to pick the best goal of the year, everybody thought it was going to be Roonie’s Scissors goal from Manchester United but it was Nema goal that
was packed when he was playing for SANTOS in Brasil. FIFA president was reacting to people’s criticism that Roonnie’s goal was far better than that of Nema and he said Nema is a young player, he played in far Brasil, with his talent, he needs encouragement. That’s how white people encourage their talents but it’s not the same in Nigeria. If it were to be in Nigeria, people would riot and chanting ‘we no go gree’ They would condemn the organizer. I thank God because one of the nominees, Yemi Ajide-Olayinka has been encouraging me because she has won it before. That’s Sportsmanship ‘I am very happy to be seen among the best. I appreciate it but that doesn’t mean I am better than those that were not nominated, their time would definitely come. As indigenous Yoruba Broadcaster that we are, if we want to improve, we need to change our orientation. On her expectation about the award, she says “if I win, I will be happy, if I don’t win, I will be pleased because for me to be nominated, I am happy”.
Speaking on her relationships with Fuji Stars, Saidi Osupa and Wasiu Alabi, Pasuma, Jumobi said “I love both of them because they are embodiment of talents, and have different styles. I am confirming to you now that Wasiu Alabi Pasuma is my Godfather. I love his style, because his style is my style. I love the way he sings and do other things. He is my role model. I love Pasuma with my heart because he is a philanthropist and very nice to people.
Fidelity Bank Plc Wins 2025 DBN Innovation Award for MSME Support
In recognition of its exceptional contributions to innovative financial solutions for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Fidelity Bank Plc has been awarded the 2025 Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) Innovation Award in the Deposit Money Bank (DMB) category.
This prestigious accolade celebrates Fidelity Bank’s commitment to addressing the unique challenges faced by MSMEs, a vital segment in Nigeria’s economic growth.
Dr. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, MD/CEO of Fidelity Bank Plc, commented on the award, reaffirming the bank’s dedication to empowering Nigerian entrepreneurs: “At Fidelity Bank, innovation is at the heart of our strategy to support MSMEs. This recognition underscores our commitment to developing scalable, inclusive, and technology-driven financial solutions that create positive outcomes for our nation’s entrepreneurs. We are honored to receive the DBN award and dedicate it to our loyal customers for their continued support.”
The award was presented at the 2025 Service Ambassadors’ Awards ceremony in Lagos, themed ‘Enhancing Partnership for MSME Resilience and Growth.’ Tony Okpanachi, Managing Director of DBN, emphasized the importance of financial institutions in transforming unbankable ideas into viable businesses through advisory services.
“You, our partners, are acknowledged and celebrated for your outreach to entrepreneurs and businesses seeking to scale. We appreciate you for your role in converting unbankable ideas into bankable businesses,” Okpanachi stated.
He noted that the award aims to recognize partners who make a significant impact, focusing on storytelling and the positive changes they bring to Nigeria.
This award joins a series of landmark initiatives by Fidelity Bank aimed at supporting MSMEs. Earlier in May, the bank signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) to facilitate the expansion of Nigerian MSMEs across Africa.
Additionally, Fidelity Bank launched the Fidelity SME Hub in Gbagada, Lagos—a multifunctional facility equipped with training halls, meeting rooms, networking spaces, and studios for music, photography, and content production. This hub is designed to foster innovation, collaboration, and capacity-building, essential elements for strengthening Nigeria’s SME ecosystem and driving economic growth.
Ranked among the best banks in Nigeria, Fidelity Bank Plc is a full-fledged Commercial Deposit Money Bank serving over 9.1 million customers through digital banking channels, its 255 business offices in Nigeria and United Kingdom subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited.
The Bank is the recipient of multiple local and international Awards, including the 2024 Excellence in Digital Transformation & MSME Banking Award by BusinessDay Banks and Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards; the 2024 Most Innovative Mobile Banking Application award for its Fidelity Mobile App by Global Business Outlook, and the 2024 Most Innovative Investment Banking Service Provider award by Global Brands Magazine. Additionally, the Bank was recognized as the Best Bank for SMEs in Nigeria by the Euromoney Awards for Excellence and as the Export Financing Bank of the Year by the BusinessDay Banks and Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards.
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Wear It All Luxury Opens New Abuja Boutique with Star-Studded Ceremony
Four years after successfully reopening its flagship store in Lekki Phase 1, Lagos, following a major renovation, Wear It All Luxury, the upscale fashion brand owned by renowned entrepreneur, Sodiq Babatunde Rufai, has expanded its presence with the launch of a new boutique in Abuja.
The grand opening, held on Thursday, 22nd May 2025, at Libreville Crescent, Wuse 2, Abuja was a star-studded affair that brought together influential personalities from the fashion, entertainment, and business worlds. Among the high-profile guests in attendance was Afrobeats superstar Davido, whose presence added further glamour to the launch event.
Located in the heart of the capital, the new Abuja boutique is poised to offer the same top-tier fashion experience the brand is known for, curated luxury pieces, exclusive designer wear, and impeccable customer service tailored for Nigeria’s elite fashion lovers.
Speaking at the event, Sodiq Babatunde Rufai expressed his excitement about the brand’s expansion, stating, “This is more than just a store opening, it’s a statement that Nigerian fashion continues to grow and thrive. We’re proud to bring the Wear It All experience to Abuja, and we remain committed to setting the pace in luxury fashion across the country.”
The Abuja outlet joins the Lagos boutique in offering high-end fashion collections from globally recognized brands, as well as unique pieces under the Wear It All Luxury private label.
Guests were treated to a private showcase of the brand’s latest collections, light entertainment, and a luxurious atmosphere that perfectly reflected the Wear It All Luxury ethos.
As the fashion house continues to expand, industry watchers say the brand’s entry into the Abuja market marks another major milestone in Nigeria’s growing luxury fashion landscape.
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