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By Genesis ogiri  Nigeria is set to record a landmark achievement in global sports history following the approval by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the country to host the first-ever Guinness World Record fight on African soil. The historic bout, which has never before been staged outside the United States of America, positions Nigeria as the first African nation to host the prestigious event, marking a significant milestone for the continent. The hosting rights were granted to Nigeria by the United States, with the International Boxing Organization (IBO) and the World Boxing Federation (WBF) officially endorsing the decision. President Tinubu has consequently granted Bash Ali, OON, the authority to host the fight in Nigeria, a move widely seen as a strong endorsement of Nigeria’s capacity to deliver a world-class sporting event. Speaking on the development, Amb. Dr. Stepheny Bernard, President and Founder of the Bash Ali Movement Worldwide, disclosed that the event...

  By Genesis ogiri  ciism registrar adelanke oyintoke champions strategic management as key driver of organizational success Abuja — CIISM Registrar Adelanke Oyintoke is championing strategic management as the cornerstone of sustainable organizational success, delivering a compelling message to emerging leaders and business executives at the recent Leadership and Innovation Forum 2026. He makes this call in Abuja while delivering his remarks at the forum, a gathering that brings together emerging youth entrepreneurs and business leaders to foster strategic approaches to organizational growth. During the forum, he highlights the importance of strategic foresight, planning, and disciplined execution in navigating today’s complex and dynamic business environment. He stresses that organizations that embed strategic management into their operations are better positioned to anticipate challenges and seize opportunities for long-term growth. He further calls on participan...

 By Genesis ogiri  ABUJA, Nigeria — Renowned UK-based philanthropist, humanitarian leader, and faith advocate, Dr. Ezinne Ijeoma, has announced plans to commemorate her 50th birthday anniversary in April 2026, a milestone she describes as both deeply reflective and spiritually significant. The announcement was made via her verifiable social media platform, where the respected cleric, popularly known as Apostle Ezinne, spoke with gratitude and conviction about the grace and divine guidance that have shaped her personal life, leadership journey, and global ministry over the decades. According to Dr. Ezinne, the year 2026 represents more than a chronological landmark; it symbolizes a season of “manifold joy,” anchored in thanksgiving for what she described as God’s enduring faithfulness and overwhelming love evident in every chapter of her life. “This year, 2026, is a season of manifold joy for me. I will be 50 years in April. Looking at what God has impacted in my li...

By Genesis ogiri  Abuja, Nigeria — The Chartered Institute of Information and Strategy Management (CIISM) has conferred its prestigious Distinguished Fellow (DFCISM) and Leadership Excellence Award on Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, FNSE, CEng, MIMechE, the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), in recognition of his visionary leadership and far-reaching impact on Nigeria’s energy sector. The honour celebrates Dr. Abdullahi’s outstanding contributions to national energy planning, renewable energy transition, and the strategic execution of policies aligned with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda. It affirms his role as a key architect in shaping a resilient, inclusive, and future-ready energy framework for Nigeria. Speaking on the conferment of the award  the Registrar of the Chartered Institute of Information and Strategy Management (CIISM), Dr. Peter Adelanke, described Dr. Abdullahi as “a model of strategic leade...

By Genesis Ogiri Abuja, Nigeria — As the new year lifts its golden curtain and the calendar bows in quiet reverence, a queen of purpose rises in graceful celebration. Blessing Nanman, fondly hailed as the Apostle of Wealth, marks her birthday anniversary on Thursday, January 1, 2026, not merely as a passage of years, but as a coronation of impact, vision, and enduring service. Her life unfolds like royalty in motion—crowned with wisdom, adorned with compassion, and governed by an unwavering commitment to transforming communities and empowering people across Africa. The celebration is expected to draw high-level dignitaries, industry leaders, policymakers, development partners, and countless beneficiaries whose lives she has touched over time. This occasion transcends a personal milestone, standing as a convergence of honour, influence, and gratitude, reflecting the enduring legacy of Mrs. Nanman’s visionary leadership, purposeful enterprise, and lifelong dedication to human...

 By Genesis ogiri  ABUJA, Nigeria — In a moment of high distinction for Nigeria’s security architecture, Dr. ( Amb) Ojo Patrick Idowu, JP, Deputy Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kebbi State Command, and the 1st San Turakin of the Ngaski Kingdom, has been conferred with an Honorary Doctoral Degree in Security and Intelligence by the prestigious Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, United States of America, in recognition of his exceptional service, leadership, and enduring contributions to national security. The conferment ceremony, held at the  Banquet Hall of the Merit Award House, Abuja, unfolded in an atmosphere of dignity and national pride. As the citation detailing his professional journey was read, the audience—comprising senior security officials, academics, policymakers, and traditional rulers—responded with sustained ovation, affirming the widespread respect accorded to his career in security and intelligence admi...