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How to Locate NYSC Orientation Camps in Any Nigerian State

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1. Abia

On your way to Umuahia, come down at Bus stop gate in Umuahia, take a cab going to Ohafia via Igbere. Tell the driver you are going to Igbere before Abriba. Once you stop at Igbere which is just about 300-400 naira from Umuahia. Cross to the other side of the road and walk straight to camp. Please, on no account should you tell the driver that you're going to Bende, because Bende Town is a bit far from Igbere where your camp is located.

2. Adamawa

From Yola, take a taxi to Vinikilang. From Vinikilang, you'll get a Keke straight to the camp. You can also take a drop that will carry only you or with your friends straight to the camp from whichever park you are arriving from. The price for a drop will range from 700 to 1,000 naira.

3. Akwa Ibom

From AKTC park in Uyo, you might see a direct bus to camp, but if you didn't see, there's another way to get to camp without problems. Take a Keke to a place called Plaza, walk down to Oron road and ask where they board Nsit Atai buses.

4. Anambra

For Corpers coming from Onitsha, you can enter a cab to Awka, then stop at AMAWBIA junction and take a Keke to Governor lodge (or Nibo junction). From there, you can take another Keke to the new NYSC camp. However, if you enter Awka either, from Dike park on Nnamdi Azikiwe Rd, simply board a bus heading to Umunze and they will drop you at the NYSC camp at Umuawulu.

FOR CORPERS COMING FROM AGULU/EKWULUOBIA.

For corpers who are coming from Agulu/Ekwuluobia, you can enter a commercial bus going to Awka, through Umuawulu. If you are Nwagu Agulu, you can easily board a bike and ask him to take you to the camp.

What makes me really happy is that from anywhere within the Anambra state capital, Awka, anyone can direct you how to locate Umuawulu, which is currently the fastest developing city in Anambra state. Although Onitsha, Nnewi, and Ekwulobia are the biggest commercial and industrial cities in the state.

While for corpers who love to merry and enjoy life, this new Anambra state permanent corpers orientation camp in Umuawulu is well known for having good and fresh palm wine and also bush meat.

5. Bauchi

From the last bus stop in Bauchi, take a taxi to Muda Lawal park, then take another bus going to Wailo from the park. The NYSC orientation camp is located in Wailo.

6. *BAYELSA* : Get a bus going to Yenagoa and tell the driver to stop you at Mbiama (just before they enter Bayelsa), at Mbiama you will see cabs going to Kaiama, join one and tell them you will stop at Kaiama park. From Kaiama park, take a direct bike to camp.

7. *BENUE* : From Makurdi last bus stop, cross to the other side and directly in front of Winners Chapel church, there are cars going to Gboko, from Gboko, you'll drop at the NYSC camp just after police college by the road side.

8. *BORNO* : Coming from Kano, tell the drivers that you're going to Gumel in Jigawa state, they'll direct you to a place that you'll get a taxi. The taxi will take you to a place that you'll get a straight bus to the College of Education, Gumel, where the temporary orientation camp is located.

9. *CROSS RIVER:* From Lagos and South west states, stop at Calabar and take a straight bus to Obubra and tell them to stop you at Obubra junction, and enter a bike of 150 to 200 straight to the NYSC orientation camp. From Abuja, enter a Calabar bus and tell the driver that you'll be coming down at Obubra junction, at Obubra junction, enter a bike of 150 to 200 straight to the NYSC orientation camp. From Onitsha, stop at upper Iweka and enter IKOM motor, tell the driver that you'll be coming down at Obubra junction, at Obubra junction, enter a bike of 150 to 200 straight to the NYSC orientation camp.

10. *DELTA* : For those coming to Delta from Lagos and the whole of South West or Benin, enter Asaba bus or Onitsha bus and tell the driver to drop you at Issele-Uku junction. When you'd get to the junction, cross the express and take a bike straight to the orientation camp, which will range from 70 - 100 naira. For those coming from Enugu and the whole of South east, enter Onitsha bus and stop at upper Iweka, from upper Iweka, enter Asaba bus from 150 to 200 naira and

drop at Koko junction which is the last bus stop and from there you'll see Issele-uku bus. Enter the bus and drop at Issele-Uku junction. When you'd get to the junction, cross the express and take a bike straight to the orientation camp, which will range from 70 - 100 naira. The journey to Issele-uku from Asaba is about 25 to 35 minutes.

11. Ebonyi

From Abakaliki, enter a bus to Afikpo Macgregor camp. Stop at the junction and take a straight bike to the camp.

12. Edo State

From Benin, take a bus to Okada. From Okada, you'll see a cab or bike that'll take you straight to the orientation camp.

13. EKITI

From Ado-Ekiti, get a straight bus to the NYSC orientation camp located at Ise-Emure Ekiti. The price for the bus will be around 300 Naira.

14. Enugu

Coming from any part of Nigeria please proceed to Enugu City. When you get to Enugu City, locate Holy Ghost Park, ask for vehicles going to Awgu and board one of them straight to the camp. Coming from South, for eg. Port Harcourt-Calabar Axis. You don't have to get to Enugu City, just board a bus heading to Enugu, inform the driver that you will be stopping at Awgu NYSC Camp. Remind him again, once you have passed Okigwe. Coming by air, board an airplane to the Enugu Airport. From the terminal, hire a cab straight to the camp or you can get to Holy Ghost Park and board a vehicle straight to the NYSC Camp. A second option by air, is the Owerri Airport, from Owerri, proceed by road to Okigwe, from Okigwe you will easily get a cab to the Awgu NYSC camp.

15. FCT, Abuja

Stop at Jabi park, take a taxi or Keke to Wuse market and board a bus going to Kubwa village. The last bus stop is at Kubwa market, from the Kubwa market, the NYSC orientation camp is just a walking distance or you could just board a bike to the camp.

16. *Gombe

From Gombe park, enter a straight bus to the camp. The orientation camp is located at Science Technical college, Amanda, km 21, Gombe-Bauchi Highway-near International Airport Gombe.

17. *IMO* : Coming from Owerri, take a bus from Ama JK to Nkwerre. Make sure that you'd tell the driver that you're going to the NYSC camp in Eziama Obaire Nkwerre, stop at Nkume junction and take a bike to the camp. The distance from Owerri to the camp is like 40 minutes to 1 hour and the bus charge will be ranging from 300 to 500.

18. *JIGAWA* : From Kano, take a bus going to Dutse, tell the driver that you'll stop at the NYSC orientation camp in Fanisau, the journey will last for about 1 hour 30 minutes. The camp is located opposite an Army barrack.

19. Kaduna

From the Kaduna city, enter a bus going to Chikun local government, tell the driver that you're going to the NYSC orientation camp. The camp is located at the Kaduna/Abuja expressway and costs 150 to 200 naira from the city.

20. Kano

On your way to Kano state, tell the driver to drop you at Unguwa uku. When he stops, you'll see buses waiting to drop people at Karaye camp at the rate of 500 to 700 naira, but if the driver didn't stop you at Unguwa uku, then stop at the final bus stop, Sabon-gari park at new road and board a Keke to Bata for 50 to 70 naira, from there, find a bus to Kabuga park, when you'd get to Kabuga park, board a bus to Karaye camp.

21. Katsina

From Kano, board a bus going to Katsina, from the park in Katsina, you'll get a bike straight to the camp, located at Mani road.

22. Kebbi

From Mando park in Kaduna, get a vehicle going to Yauri/Kontagora, drop at Yauri. From Yauri, get a vehicle going to Koko. After dropping at Koko, get a straight cab to the orientation camp located at Dakingari. From Ibadan, get a vehicle going to Kontagora, Niger state, drop at Kontagora and get a vehicle going to Koko. After dropping at Koko junction, get a straight cab to the orientation camp located at Dakingari.

23. Kogi

From anywhere in Kogi state, board a bus going to Kabba, stop at the last bus stop and board a bike to the NYSC orientation camp.

24. *KWARA* : From Ilorin, take a bike to Maraba, that's where you'll get bus going to Yikpata camp. The buses will stop you at th

e camp entrance.

25. *LAGOS* : From Ikeja, take a bus to Iyana Ipaja, when you'd get to Iyana Ipaja, take a bus to Agege or Iyapaja and tell the driver to stop you at the NYSC orientation camp. From Ojota, take a bus to Oshodi, from Oshodi, take a bus to Iyana Ipaja and stop at their last bus stop which is under bridge, take the road on the right where you were stopped and walk down straight or ask people around the bus stop where the nysc camp is located and they will direct you appropriately. From Oyingbo, take a bus going to costain, when you'd get to costain, take a bus to Ojuelegba, from Ojuelegba, take a bus going to Oshodi, from Oshodi, take a bus to Iyana Ipaja and stop at their last bus stop which is under bridge, take the road on the right where you were stopped and walk down straight or ask people around the bus stop where the NYSC orientation camp is located and they will direct you appropriately.

26. *NASARAWA* : From Abuja, board a bus and stop at Mararaba, and take about 200 naira bus to Keffi and tell the driver to stop you at the NYSC orientation camp.

27. *NIGER* : From Minna, take a bike to Mobil filling station and take a bus straight to Paiko where the orientation camp is located.

28. *OGUN* : From Lagos, take a direct bus to Sagamu, when the bus stops, enter a bike straight to the orientation camp. From Abeokuta, take a bus to Sagamu, when the bus stops, enter a bike straight to the orientation camp. From Abeokuta to Sagamu is close to an hour.

29. *ONDO*: From Akure, take a taxi to Benin garage, you'll see a vehicle going to Ikare. From the last bus stop, take a bike straight to the orientation camp.

30. *OSUN* : From Osogbo, enter a bus going to Ede, as soon as they stop you, look for a bike that'll take you straight to the NYSC orientation camp for the rate of 100 to 150 naira. From Lagos, Ibadan, Kogi, Abeokuta or Abuja, look for a bus going to Osun state, immediately you get to Ife or Ilesha, tell the driver that you'll stop at Gbogan, from Gbogan, you will take a direct bus to the camp which is very close.

31. Oyo

When you'd get to Ibadan, stop at Iwo road. From Iwo road, take a taxi of 150 to 200 Naira going to Ojoo and tell them to drop you at Iseyin park. From Iseyin park, take a bus going to the orientation camp for up to 800 to 1,000 naira and be prepared for more that 2 hours journey.

32. Plateau

From Jos, take a straight bus to Mangu where the orientation camp is located for a rate of 500 Naira. The journey will take 45 minutes to 1 hour.

33. Rivers

When you'd get to Port harcourt, stop at Eleme junction, and ask for directions where Nonwa or Gokana buses are loading, and board a bus to the orientation camp. Make sure you'd tell the driver that you're going to the camp, the NYSC orientation camp is along the road. The journey is about 1 hour.

34. Sokoto

From the park in Sokoto city, get a bike man and tell him to take you to Wamakko. It will cost you from 150 to 250 naira, the camp is located at the left side of the road.

35. Taraba

The NYSC orientation camp in Taraba is located at Sibre Airport Road, Jalingo. On your way to Jalingo, you'll be dropped in the gate of the NYSC camp, because it's located at the express.

36. Yobe

From Kano, get a direct bus going to Yobe. The camp is located at Potiskum. From Lagos, take a direct bus to Potiskum. From Onitsha, take a direct bus to Potiskum.

37. Zamfara

From Kaduna, stop at Kawo park, get a bike or taxi to NDA junction where Zamfara park is located and get a bus to Zamfara, the camp is along the road at Tsafe LGA.

Conclusion

While we wish you a safe journey, please note that if there is any change from the above locations, you can share it with us in the comments or reach us here to update this page. You can as well share this to friends and family who are starting out their NYSC journey.

Top 5 Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make in 2024

There are many mistakes entrepreneurs make especially when they're just starting or even along the line of the business and I've ran up to 5 businesses over the years and for some of those mistakes, I've made them too. Let's drive!

1. Creating a website too early.

Creating a website for your business is good but for a start, you shouldn't be thinking about that. We all know the cruel amount it is to create one and if that money is invested more into growing your business, it'd serve you better than creating a website to 'level up' your brand. Yes, level up is quoted because that's what they say but trust me, I'm also a blogger and I know what it means to get ordinary traffic on a blog, let alone a site. Let that come later! Focus on your business!

2. They want easy life with an every minute popping alert. Well, we all have that dream. We want to get alerts every minute but c'mon, you can't get that by staying at your comfort zone. You need to wake up and start rigorous study, meeting people, attending seminars that'd promote your business, go for trade fairs and work very hard in advertising your business. You of course cannot do that by sitting and chatting all day long. Go and check those on the Forbes list!

3. They are not time conscious.

As much as they claim to be busy, they're are not time conscious. Over the years I've learnt of and worked with time. And I'm intentional about it. If you really want to move forward in entrepreneurship, you have to be time conscious and work the while with your time. You must have heard people say "Oh. I've been busy." Or "I don't just have time". That's the spirit. As an entrepreneur, you stop having time for frivolities. You stop unnecessary gists, talks, parties, turn-ups, etc. The only thing that runs through your mind becomes your business. Even in that light, never lose your friendship with people. That'd take us to our next point.

4. They start losing friends all in the name of 'I'm busy'. I know you're not obligated to anyone. At least, you're just friends. But then, if you're in business already, you'd realize most people who recommend or refer your product or service, are your friends. No other person can fill up the 'space of recommendation' in your business. Hold friendships precious but like me, don't get too committed to them except you're in a relationship with an understanding person (well, like me too. Lol). Enjoy friendships. Check up on your friends once in a while when you're just peep-chanced.

5. The last but the greatest- Giving in and giving up. If you ever want to be successful in this life, you need to be stubborn, strong and rugged. You heard me right. Stubborn that you set your heart to something and without listening to anyone or looking back, you're off to doing it. You don't care! Right, that's the spirit! Strong that you might fall on your way but that thing go make you stand again. Kai! That strength is what makes you an entrepreneur. Rugged that you can do anything to watch your business grow and you can do anything to increase your account figures.

How to do NYSC Monthly Clearance with PPA Clearance in 2024

Monthly clearance is very important for serving corps members as it is a prerequisite to getting an allowance from Federal Government.

_NOTE: To all relocated Cm, and yet to have ppa or been under LgI, you have nothing to do with monthly clearance until you have ppa or been posted to under particular LgI._

The clearance is done at the local government Secretariat where the local inspector (LI) has an office. The purpose of the monthly clearance is to mark a register you are still serving and have not ascounded.

The clearance is fix for 10 days. It begins from the first day of the month until the 10th day of that month. Excluding weekends and public holidays, the schedule will be uploaded on your dashboard.

There may be disruption of clearance schedule when LI go to NYSC orientation camp programme for new batch.

If you cleared for a month and find out that your status is showing as "absent", it is advised to see your Local Government Inspector (LGI) as soon as possible.

*Clerance Requirements*

Be on your kits 6/7 or 7/7

Clerance slip with dully signed from your ppa..

Visit your LGi office for monthly CLERANCE..

Some Local government inspector used to scheduled different days for batches... Get connected with your mates

*How to Check NYSC LGA Monthly Clearance*

*Status online*

Go to the NYSC portal at portal.nysc.org.ng

Click on "LGA Clearance".

It would show you the list of months you take part in NYSC monthly clearance and your status, which can either be 'Present' or 'Absent'.

Also, your LGA monthly clearance status should reflect on your dashboard as soon as you have done your NYSC biometric clearance. Although, it depend on the network in the area.

NYSC MONTHLY CLEARANCE

How To Do NYSC Monthly Clearance With PPA Clearance.

Batch B 2 2022, Batch 2 both stream I and II 2022, Batch A stream I and II 2023 should prepare for CLERANCE

Monthly clearance is very important for serving corps members as it is a prerequisite to getting an allowance from Federal Government.

The clearance is fix for 10 days. It begins from the first day of the month until the 10th day of that month. Excluding weekends and public holidays, the schedule will be uploaded on your dashboard.

There may be disruption of clearance schedule when LI go to NYSC orientation camp programme for new batch.

If you cleared for a month and find out that your status is showing as “absent”, it is advised to see your Local Government Inspector (LGI) as soon as possible.

Clerance Requirements

Be on your kits 6/7 or 7/7

Clerance slip with dully signed from your ppa..

Visit your LGi office for monthly CLERANCE..

Some Local government inspector used to scheduled different days for batches... Get connected with your mates

How to Check NYSC LGA Monthly Clearance

Status online

Go to the NYSC portal at

portal.nysc.org

Click on “LGA Clearance”.

It would show you the list of months you take part in NYSC monthly clearance and your status, which can either be ‘Present’ or ‘Absent’.

Also, your LGA monthly clearance status should reflect on your dashboard as soon as you have done your NYSC biometric clearance. Although, it depend on the network in the area.

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Biography of Osas Ighodaro

Born October 26, Osas Ighodaro is a popular Nigerian actress, host, producer and humanitarian. She is the founder of the Joyful Joy Foundation, an NGO that focuses on

In the 2022 8th Edition of the AMVCAs, Osas won the best dressed category

Osas Ighodaro's networth is currently estimated at . She has built a thriving career as an actress and host having featured in over 30 movies. A list of movies she has featured include:

Biography of Oluwatobiloba Ayomide Amusan (OON)

Born on 23rd April, 1997, Oluwatobiloba Ayomide Amusan (OON) is a Nigerian track and field athlete who specialises in the 100 metres hurdles and also competes as a sprinter. She won the 2022 World Athletics Championships in the 100 metres hurdles, setting a new world record of 12.12 seconds in the semifinal, then a 12.06 in the final.She was the 2018 Commonwealth and 2018 African champion and is also a two-time African Games champion in the event.She won the Diamond League Trophy in Zurich in 2021 in the 100m hurdles.

Growing up, she attended the alma mater, Our Lady Of Apostles Secondary school in ljebu Ode, Ogun state.

Glo announces Tobi Amusan as brand ambassador

Multiple winner of global athletics records, Tobi Amusan has been announced as a brand ambassador for a digital telecommunications solutions provider, Globacom.

Born April 23, 1997, Amusan, an indigene of ljebu Ode, Ogun State is the first Nigerian champion in a world athletic event to win the gold medal in the100 meters hurdles event at the 2022 World Athletics Championships setting a new world record of 12.12 seconds in the semifinal. She also finished with 12.06 seconds in the final to take the gold medal.

She is a double winner in the African Games championship in the event, winning back-to-back African and Commonwealth titles in 2018 and 2022 in the 100m hurdles event. Amusan topped her laurels with a 12.29-second win in the 100m hurdles at the Zurich Diamond League event.

On 15th September, 2022, Tobi Amusan was awarded the Presidential honorary title of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON).

Oluwatobi Amusan is also a brand ambassador for Premium Trust Bank, Plug Sports NG,

Tobi Amusan is active on social media. You can connect with her via her official handles on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Biography of Bolaji Amusan (Mr Latin)

Bolaji Amusan, who is popularly known as Mr Latin, is a veteran Nollywood Yoruba movie actor, director and producer.

Bolaji Amusan is active on social media. You can connect with him via his official handles on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter

Full List of Tertiary Institutions in Ondo State

Ondo State is a South Western State in Nigeria

Universities

1. Federal University of Technology, Akure

2. Adekunle Ajadi University, Akungba Akoko

3. Achievers University, Owo

4. Elizade University, Ilara-Moyin

Polytechnics

1. Rufus Giwa Polytechnic

Monotechnica

Colleges of Education

1. ADEYEMI College of

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Full List of Tertiary Institutions in Ogun State

Ogun State is a South Western

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Biography of Samskid the Great

Mr Ibu was born

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Being Black, Being African, Being Human: WatchDog Not Watched Dog

When you hear the word 'Africa' what comes to mind? when you hear the word 'Black', what judgment do you give?

Truth or Dare?

It would be easy to say "Success" if the mind were human and verbalizes nothing of realities. However, we are humans and realities is what makes us.

The continual uproar of corruption and the dead-end promises of a better tomorrow justifies the 'hopelessness' you think for Africa, the inexplicable anger you vent, and the unconcern shrug you make.

"It is what it is, my sister" comes the rushing blurt from the lips of a tired activist.

A concerned black once said 'Even our unborn ones are sold out already'

Black is making history an effigy of tales. In June 2020, Kahiga Governor of Nyeri, Kenya did not surprise his residence and people of Kenya when he made a big statement of his picture on a gigantic billboard to speak volume of a "pit latrine project" for a primary school located at the ECDE centre in Konyu, Mathira constituency.

"The billboard must have cost more than the pit latrine," some Kenyans said on Twitter. Another concerned Kenya resident estimated the billboard to be 60000 Kenya currency and the pit latrine 30000 Kenya currency making the 'achievement' of the governor well pronounced.

It was not pleasing to Kenyans as they utterly showed strong disapproval to such act. This led to the removal of the billboard according to NTVNews. One could outrightly say it was a misuse of a public fund or a pure waste of money.

Also, the fainting of the acting managing director NDDC, Prof Kemebradikumo Daniel Pondei shook Nigeria to her bones. It could have been heartache, or a sudden blurriness, or the heat(maybe) however, he fainted during a probing on the venue of illegal spending and mismanagement of fund. What could have happened?

The probing got suspended, the minister of Nigeria Delta affairs, Senator Godswill Akpabio stayed behind for the probe, 48hours was given to name the lawmakers who got NDDC contracts, Saga dies down, well, not until July 23rd( mandate: July 21) of the completed names compilations.

We could continue with Hushpuppi, or we could talk about Magu. Still, the act of Ikenna Nweke a doctorate student at the University of Tsukuba, Japan advocates hope not only to Nigerians but black as a whole.

Mr. Ikenne Nweke received a commendation letter by the president of Nigeria Muhammadu Buhari the 3rd of July 2020 due to his act of integrity he portrayed in Japan by returning a missing wallet with a huge sum and credit cards to the police in Japan, going as far also to turn down offers by the authorities.

What a shock? Unbelievable? Could that be possible? Are you sure he is hustling?

'Still, the act of such honesty is True'.

The openness of Caroline Waiguru Deputy to the governor of Nyeri Kenya also tells displeasure to his buoyant landing of his billboard

"I want to dissociate myself from this persistent cheap publicity stunt, that I consider extremely unfortunate and ill-advised…" She said during an audience granted to NTVNews.

The general belief when 'black' is mentioned is 'survival'. The life of blacks too portray the fact that you have to ' survive anyhow' and by any means available.

We probably have a wrong focus or it is the case where the 'treasures' we have speaks where the heart is. Or maybe we are all getting it wrong.

It can not be changed? Someone just said

Yet, it is good to draw near to God: putting your trust in the Lord

Maybe it isn't about black, or human, maybe it is about where our focus is…'

Being a faithful wannabe authoritarian? Or a survivor in the full picture? Or better still a contender to world leaders?

What do we say to these? History is still making.

There is no hope. However, in spite of the hopeless, frustrated, and disheartening situation, you still get up at the dawn of every morning. Why is that? "Survival".

Nine years and counting, we have heard the loud cry of 'Keeping It Real' by the renowned journalist; Adeola Fayehun who is speaking boldly on the ill-treatment made by African leaders. Fisayo Soyombo is another journalist who has taken upon himself to bring out his 'little hope' for a better Nigeria; then and now.

Mock news with Pararan is another platform, speaking possibilities for justice. For twenty-three years and counting, Dr. Stella Nyanzi still goes at length in making a change in Uganda despite the unruly reign of the President who has ruled for thirty-four years and counting with no visual achievement.

She speaks through activist walks and talks, through books and actions. She has been jailed eight times for speaking her 'little faith' for a better tomorrow.

I could talk about Ama Ata Aidoo, Wole Soyinka, Late Chinua Achebe, Late Wangari Maathai but to mention a few.

The eye-opener of what state we can be in as a country or continent as the case may be; the fact that you are not alone in the watch;

the thoughts provoking questions to be answered; the raising of intellectual generations; the foundation already laid.

These are achievements we cannot overlook.

Are they there yet? Of course not! Was there a change? Yes. They all had that 'little faith' to watch, act, and speak. They took up their cross of little faith believing consistently that it would add up someday.

Do you think their passion would pay off?

Then I would ask if your waking up each day would pay off?

Ubani Irene, an International Journalist is another young mind for a hope.

The act for anti-corrupt practice was not just for the old. It is happening and would not end with now. An environment is created, a possibility is built and no matter how little the faith may seem, the watchmen (as I would call them), that sees beyond this world will readily leap on it.

A popular saying: "A drop of water makes a mighty Ocean". This makes me affirmatively say; ' the little faith can create a bigger faith for a better world, how much more the contribution of the consistent and diligent true believer'?

We have not just watched, we are watching. We are not just dreaming, we are making. Although we are little, a man was all the creator needed; although bruised, we aspire for difference. Africa indeed is a 'mess', however, in all truth, it can be better. I believe.

Biography of Kelvin Ngozi Ikeduba

Born on 21st August, 1976, Kelvin Ngozi Ikeduba born was raised in Olokodana street, Ebute-meta, Lagos state. He is the first born from a family of six with four children - two male and two female children, a mother, and a father. He’s a native of Delta State. He received both primary and secondary school education in Lagos State but in bid to obtain a university degree he relocated to the Benin city, a south-south geopolitical zone of Nigeria where he applied to the University of Benin to study Economics. He was accepted and eventually graduated from there with a B.Sc. degree in Economics. Ikeduba is multilingual as he can speak the Yoruba language, the Hausa Language the Igbo language as well as the English language, which is the official language of communication in Nigeria.

Kelvin Ikeduba debuted his acting career into the English language only conventional and mainstream Nigerian movie industry known commonly as Nollywood but eventually crossed over to the Yoruba movie industry in Nigeria with the help of Femi Ogedengbe who introduced him to Saheed Balogun who gave him a movie role in a Yoruba movie he was producing titled Omo Alhaja in the year 2000.He described his venture into the Nigerian movie industry as a coincidence as he initially only wanted to accompany a friend to an audition for actors but on reaching their destination he decided to audition also and was successful in it as he was called back and given a movie role. Ikedubas ability to understand and communicate in all three major languages in Nigeria has been pivotal to his career, he acknowledges this fact and speaks publicly about it. He has been stereotyped in the Nigerian movie industry as a Bad Boy which he attributed to his appearance, hence in almost all the movies he has featured in, he was always the antagonist or as the Nigerian media puts it The Bad Boy.

In 2014, He won the award for Best Cross Over Actor at the Yoruba Movie Academy Awards (YMAA) and he is predominantly known for his diversity in the Nigerian movie industry as he has been featured in Nollywood movies where the English language is commonly used in their productions and also has been featured in diverse Yoruba only speaking movies produced by the Yoruba movie industry of Nigeria.

Kelvin Ngozi Ikeduba’s Awards and Nomination

As a talented, established and internationally celebrated actor, Kelvin Ikeduba has been nominated and severally won the following awards;

He won the Best Cross Over Actor Category in the 2014 Yoruba Movie Academy Awards (YMAA)
He won the 2020 Best of Nollywood Awards in the category of Best Actor in a Supporting Role (Yoruba) where he acted the role of Lucifer

Featured Movies by Kelvin Ikeduba

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Swallow (2021)
Son of Mercy (2020)
Lucifer (2019)
Edo Decree 1440 (2018)
Igbeyawo Arugbo (2010)
Owowunmi (2010)
Atunida Leyi (2009)
Esin Obinrin (2009)
Critical Truth (2008) as Emeka
Kiss the Dust (2008) as Baba Books
Laroda Ojo (2008) as Shola
Mafi Wonmi (2008)
My Darling Princess (2008)
Ghetto Queen (2007)
Ghetto Language (2006)
Last Dance (2006)
Under The Sky (2006)
More Than Gold (2005)
Ògìdán (2004)
Emotional Tears (2003)
The Suitors (2000)

Kelvin Ngozi Ikeduba is active on social media. You can connect with him via his official handles on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

Covenant University was founded in 2002 as a Christian University; it offers courses cutting across science and technology, arts, management and Social science, engineering etc. It was the first university to come up with Entrepreneurship as a course in Nigeria. It is a private Pentecostal Christian University, which has been operating with official status since 2002 in Ota, Nigeria. It is one of the leading universities in Africa found on Christian mission ethos. Admission to covenant university is very competitive despite the tuition and the university admits both local and international students at all levels. Covenant University school fees ranges from N800,000 - N900,000 and it has a student population of about 8,000 students and over 2,000 faculty and staff. It drives a vision to raise a new generation of leaders and reinstate the black race's dignity. The University prioritizes cutting-edge learning to make the Total Man. Covenant University is a growing, dynamic vision-driven University, founded on a Christian mission ethos and committed to pioneering excellence at the cutting edge of learning. This is a Private University located in Otta Ogun State Nigeria, being a prestigious university and one of the leading universities in Nigeria, Covenant University is known for spirituality and Innovations, In terms of attributes, infrastructure and organizations many universities follow Covenant University. It is the first university in Nigeria to have a Startup incubator. The university has four colleges which includes: The College of Business and Social Sciences; College of Leadership and Development Studies; College of Engineering, and the College of Science and Technology.

The university has the best library in Nigeria, provides accommodation for its students. Graduates of Covenant University make tremendous impact in the work force and the university has a lot of notable entrepreneurs. Covenant University has had a rapid rise in nearly two decades of its existence. The webometric ranking named Covenant University the best Private University in Nigeria in its 2021 ranking and the second best university overall. The university vision is To be a world-class university committed to raising a new generation of leaders in all fields of human endeavor. And their mission is To create knowledge and restore the dignity of the black race via Human Development and Total Man Concept-driven curricula; employing innovative, leading-edge teaching and learning methods, research, and professional services that promote integrated, life-applicable, life-transforming education relevant to Science, Technology, and Human Capacity Building.

Covenant University is built on the following philosophical platform is in response to the global demand for a departure from dogmatism to dynamism in the existing educational system, Our objectives as a University are to Provide facilities for learning and give instructions and training in such areas of knowledge that will produce sound and mentally equipped graduates, who will provide intellectual leadership in academic institutions, industry, and the public sector through the Total Man Concept approach; Develop and offer academic and professional programmes leading to the award of diplomas, first degrees, and higher degrees, which emphasize planning, adaptive and technological maintenance, developmental and productive skills; promote by research and other means, the advancement of knowledge and its practical; Application to social, cultural, economic, scientific, and technological problems; Encourage and promote scholarship and conduct research in all fields of learning and human endeavour; Disseminate scientific and technological knowledge among scientists, researchers, industries, trade services, and other bodies; and Relate its activities to Nigeria's technological, scientific, and socio-economic needs and undertake other activities appropriate for a university of the highest standard. Their core values are the defining components of the Covenant University vision. They reflect our beliefs in the encrypted truths that firmly define our purpose and the underlining ethos of our existence as a University.

Below is the Top 10 Covenant University Graduates Blazing the Trail in the Entertainment Industry.

1. Ini Dima-Okojie

Inibokun Iguerehi Dima-Okojie popularly known as Ini Dima Okojie was born on June 24, 1990. She is a Nigerian actress from Edo state, Nigeria. She studied International Relation in Covenant University. Ini Dima-Okojie also studied in other schools like New York Film Academy (NYFA). She is an actress and style Icon by profession. She resigned from her job in investment banking to enroll at the New York Film Academy. She started her career with the first television appearance on Taste of Love and she has featured on many films including the multicultural romcom, Namaste Wahala in 2021 and the Netflix Nigerian original thriller, Blood Sisters (2022 series) in 2022.

2. Adebukola Oladipupo

Adebukola Oladipupo was born on 23rd May, 1994 in London but educated in Lagos. She has two siblings. Oladipupo had her primary education in Bellina Nursery and Primary School Akoka, Lagos. She also attended Babcock High School and Caleb International School for her secondary education. She studied Management Information Systems at Covenant University and also studied drama in other courses. Oladipupo inspiration to go into acting came when she was still an undergraduate at Covenant University during a church service when the pastor told them to turn their talent into it skills.

3. Mimi Onalaja

Mimi Onalaja was born on 25th September 1990 in Lagos, Nigeria. Her mother who had a full time job took care of her and her siblings because her dad was in the army and moved around a lot. She graduated from studied International Relation and graduated in 2010 from Covenant University. She also attended other schools like New York Film Academy. She is a Nigerian actress, TV host, writer, presenter, actress, blogger, model, media and television personality. She is the host of 'The Future Awards Africa'. Mimi also hosted the ELOY awards in 2016. Mimi joined EbonyLife TV, an entertainment television station in 2014. Mimi worked in a corporate organization before joining the media world which has been her dreams from her early years.

4. Ric Hassani

Ikechukwu Eric Ahiauzu better known as Ric Hassani born on 6 January 1989 in Port Harcourt. He is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and musician. His song Genres includes Soul, Reggae and Pop. He is Also known as Rico Slim. He studied Survey in Covenant University. He also studied in other schools like University of Survey.

5. Simi (singer)

Popularly known by her stage name, Simi, Simisola Bolatito Kosoko (née Ogunleye) was born on April 19, th, 1988 in Ojuelegba, Surulere, Lagos State. Simi is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and actress. She studied Mass Communication in Covenant University. She started her career as a gospel singer, releasing her debut studio album in 2008, titled Ogaju she also played as one of the top judges in the season 7 of Nigerian idol Tv show in 2022. .She gained prominence in 2014 after releasing "Tiff", a song that was nominated for Best Alternative Song at The Headies 2015. She released her second studio album Simisola on September 8, 2017.Her third studio album Omo Charlie Champagne, Vol. 1 was released to coincide with her thirty-first birthday on April 19, 2019. She launched her record label Studio Brat in June 2019.

6. Chike

Chike-Ezekpeazu Osebuka was born on January 28, 1993, popularly known by his stage name CHIKE, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and actor. He studied Computer Engineering and graduated in the year 2014 from Covenant University. He is known for participating in the Nigerian reality competition Project Fame West Africa and finishing in second place on Season 1 of The Voice Nigeria. Chike made his acting debut as Mayowa Badmus on the Africa Magic Showcase Telenovela Battleground.

7. Nonso Amadi

Nonso Amadi (born September 1, 1995) is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and music producer. He is a self-taught songwriter and music producer who embarked on his music career in 2012, while at Covenant University, where he studied chemical engineering. He also attend other schools like Swansea University, United Kingdom and Mcmaster University, Canada.

8. Bez

Emmanuel Bez Idakula, known as Bez was born on 10th November, 1983 in Plateau State is a Nigerian multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter and composer, working in a genre known as "alternative soul", a hybrid of soul, rock, jazz and R&B. He graduated from Covenant University with a degree in Information and Communication Technology in 2007. He was featured in Pulse Magazine as number one on the list of "Top 12 Musicians To Look Out For in 2014".

9. Bimbo Ademoye

Abimbola Aisha Ademoye professionally known as Bimbo Ademoye was born on February 4, 1991, in Lagos State where she grew up with his father after the parents went separate ways when she was 2-years-old. She is a Nigerian actress, model well known for her role in the Nollywood movie Backup Wife in 2017. Bimbo Ademoye Being that she grew up in Lagos, she attended St. Margarets Primary School, Ikorodu, Lagos, and Mayflower Secondary School, Ikenne, Ogun State for her primary and secondary education. She proceeded to Covenant University, Ota where she obtained a degree in Business Administration in 2016.

10. Etinosa Idemudia

Etinosa Idemudia is a Nigerian actress, social media influencer and film maker was born on 9th March, in Warri Delta. In 2011, she obtained a Bachelors Degree in Computer Engineering. In 2016, She also attended other schools like Royal Arts Academy, Lagos Nigeria owned by Emem Isong where she obtained Diploma in performing Arts. She is best known for her online comedy skits which she began producing and sharing, first on her instagram channel featuring various Nollywood actors including Daniel K Daniel. She is also known for her break-out role as Amanda in the sitcom Chairman and her first feature film production The Washerman, which after the release of its trailer, experienced massive anticipation from her fans.

Kerux Academic Initiative (KAI) Educational Projects 2024

Kerux Academic Initiative (KAI) Educational Projects 20

BUILDING A MORE PEACEFUL WORLD THROUGH QUALITY EDUCATION FOR GENERATIONS TO COME

Kerux Academic Initiative (KAI) is a nonprofit organization committed to mentoring young adults academically and professionally on leadership, business, education and digital skills.

On 22nd February, 2024, KAI Mentees were exposed to basic concepts in computer. Every 21st century business owner or employer requires prospective applicants to possess good knowledge of computer and basic computer skills. Mentoring these teenagers on leadership, business and digital skills will definitely increase their chances of gainful employment and also equip them with the needed knowledge, skills and expertise to run their personal businesses and nonprofits in the future.

This, remains a strategic step to eradicating poverty, hunger, youth restiveness and the prevalence of cyber crime.

KAI is committed to achieving SDG 4 and mentoring the next Generation of African and Global Leaders.

KAI Founder and Executive Director, Mr Godspower Oyubu Published Two Textbooks

As a strategy to curb the challenges of unavailability of simplified study materials confronting students preparing for the Nigerian Examination known as JAMB for students seeking admissions into Universities and other Higher Institutions, KAI has published two textbooks titled:

The Simplified Chemistry and

The Simplified Biology (2nd Edition)

These were written and specifically designed for students preparing for SSCE, JAMB Examinations as well as for First Year Students in Higher Institutions.

KAI is not only preaching quality education for all (SDG 4), we are taking strategic steps to help students access it!

Kerux Academic Initiative (KAI) Operation Get Back To School: Project Two (Completely Free)

As a strategy to curb the challenges of youth restiveness and students dropping out of schools in Mosogar Community, Mr Godspower Oyubu, the Founder and Executive Director at Kerux Academic Initiative (KAI) collaborated with KAI partners within and outside Nigeria to provide free Jamb enrollment for up to 70 teenagers within Mosogar, Jesse and Oghara with the goal of helping the best 10 students from the UTME source for funds for their tuition fees when admitted into Universities. KAI understands the first step to success is always the hardest step, hence, we are helping these young adults take the first step.

Currently, KAI also provides access to digital training for students preparing for the 2024 UTME. The free Jamb Registration and Digital Skills Training were the Part One of the KAI Operation Get Back To School Project!

The Part Two of the Operation Get Back To School Project is targeted at children in JSS3 preparing for the Junior WAEC Examination. This project is designed to equip children with basic computer skills and also learn in a simplistic way core subjects such as Mathematics, English Basic Science and other subjects offered in the Junior WAEC Examination. (Completely Free)

I strongly believe Education remains the most strategic and powerful weapon we can use to change the World.

KAI is opened to partnership and collaboration! We are committed to mentoring the next Generation of African and Global Leaders.

Our priority at KAI is to build a more peaceful, inclusive and equitable world for generations to come!

Biography of Omolade Oyetundun

Popularly known as Lade, Omolade Oyetundun is the sonorous voice Behind the Popular Airtel '444' Advert and the “Adulthood na scam anthem”. She is a professional singer and songwriter based in Lagos State, Nigeria.

Released in 2020, the Airtel 444 advert jingle first caught the attention of Nigerians when it was used as a task during the Big Brother Naija Lockdown Season. At its release, many Nigerians thought that the song was done by Teni but it turned out to be false. This revealed Omolade's identity, shooting her to limelight.

Omolade Oyetundun is one of the finest voices that resonates in the country. As a fresh-woman in the Nigerian Music and Entertainment industry, she released her debut single titled Smoov Groove in late 2020. The song is currently used by the brand Smoov Chapman as their jingle. With a voice that hold’s one spellbound, Lade is one of the most respected emerging songsters.

A native of Kwara state, she was born on November 16th in the Mushin area of Lagos state. She attended Amazing Foundation Nursery and Primary School, Mbari Mbayo Secondary School, where she discovered her love and passion for music at the age of six.

Omolade grew up to study Mass Communication at the University of Ilorin. According to her, upon her admission to the University, she always wanted to perform to improve myself. In 2016, a friend of mine called Bakare Zainab, gifted a form to participate in UNILORIN IDOL. I entered the contest, made it to the finals without winning. Determined, in 2017, I competed and won.

In 2018, I auditioned for KWARA IDOL Season 1, and I emerged 4th. I wasn’t satisfied. So I went back into the competition in 2019. From the first day, I knew I was going to win, which I did. My journey went on a great trajectory when I decided It’s time for music professionally. So I started making deliberate moves and conscious efforts towards getting better. I was doing covers online, and I also worked at a lounge with a live band for a year in Ilorin despite being very young. I am very hungry for success. It’s an attitude that keeps me going to date.

If I am to describe myself, and my music, I will say, Lade, is not just the average artiste. I am the vibe, the mood muse, and the merchant of melodies. My personality says a lot about my music. I am a happy person, and I am quite emotional too. I love to have fun. So my genre of music is not stereotyped. I do a fusion of Afro-pop, highlife, RnB, and I can do other genres as well. It just all depends on my vibe. I am working on a whole lot of materials. I am taking the time to record some fantastic projects that would be coming out soon. You all should get ready for the Lade brand. It’s a full package.

You can follow Omolade on her social media handles via Facebook, Twitter, Tiktok and Instagram

4. She got her first stint in music when she participated in season 3 of Unilorin Idol in 2017 where she emerged the winner.

5. With her new found popularity from the competition, she was able to meet a whole lot of music producers and bag a few local endorsements.

6. She did a cover for Simi's Duduke after which an agency reached out to her to sing the Airtel '444' advert which shot her into the limelight.

Popularly known as 'Motunde or Mo Sugar, Omotunde Sogunle is a Nigerian actress, TV Presenter, skit maker, producer, influencer and celebrity. She was born on 18th January and is widely known for her interesting role as Daddy wa's unmarried daughter in Mr Macaroni's family comedy skits.

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Growing up, Motunde attended St. Jude's Private School. Festac Town, Lagos State. She then proceeded to the African Church Model College and afterwards studied Theatre Arts at the Redeemers' University, Ede.

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Motunde was a former presenter at Bronze FM 101.5. She ia also a Food Vlogger with her Food Porn with Mo Vlog

Omotunde Sogunle is active on social media. You can connect with her via her official handles on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, LinkedIn and Twitter

Born on the 26th of December, 1965, Sola Sobowale, popularly known as Toyin Tomato is a greatly talented Nigerian film actress, screenwriter, director and producer.

Sola Sobowale was born to Joseph and Esther Olagookun in Ondo State, Southern Nigeria. Both her parents worked as teachers. Joseph was a retired Principal while her mother Esther Olagokun, a former headmistress.

The actress was raised in Ondo State. She had her Primary and Secondary School in the same region.

She later attended the University of Ibadan where she studied Music, forced by her love and passion for acting, she switched to study theatre arts and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Theatre Arts.

Sola Sobowale Career

Sola Sobowale Biography

Sola Sobowale appearance in the industry was through the help of her Brother-in-law Tunji Oyelana. He doubled as an actor, singer and lecturer at the University of Ibadan. Before her acting career, her parents wanted her to be a teacher like them. However, she disagreed. Tunji Oyelana convinced Sobola’s parents that acting is a noble profession. Later, the creative Sola Sobowale made a debut in her career as an actress. She joined the Awada Kerikeri Group. There, are movies where evidence that she has been working on her acting series. Her break came in 2001 during the Premiere of the popular Nigerian TV drama series Super Story: Oh father, Oh Daughter. Since she starred in many movies and has made marvellous performances.

Sola Sobowale Family

Besides acting, Sola Sobowale enjoys a good life as a wife and a mother. She is happily married to Oludotun Sobowale and the marriage is blessed with 5 children

Sola Sobowale Husband

Who is Sola Sobowale Husband? Sola is married to Oludotun Sobowale, who is the former corporate executive director of Eko Hospital.

The couple has 5 children, others claim that she has 4 children. Nevertheless, she has a set of twins. The twins were involved in the scriptwriting of the movie Nectar.

What are the names of Sobowale’s children?

Her first son, oyeyemi Olugboyega is an Engineer. Taiwo Sobowale is a twin and pursues a career in acting. Kehinde Sobowale is the second half of the twins. She is an accountant.Olamide Sobowale is one of Sola Sobowale’s daughter. She is a Makeup Artist, Youtuber, and Blogger.Sola Sobowale left the film and TV industry to be with her family. She and her family currently reside in the UK.

Sola Sobowale is considered one of the richest actresses in Nigeria. Her net worth is estimated at $450,000.

You can directly connect with Sola Sobowale through her verified Social media Pages on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.