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LEADERSHIP TODAY..... Astute Property Tycoon & Golf Fancier, M.I Okoro Speaks To Future Leaders on Importance of Prompt Decision Making

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  • Only last week, the Cerutti Media subsidiary platform World Industry Leaders international magazine began a long series Report on consumate property development expert, business man , golf and philantropist High chief M I Okoro In that report used online ( please visit: https://www.facebook.com/100029216858313/posts/1156817805302104/?mibextid=ZJZnRZ3J6AsJ4wuB )  We reported that contrary  to popular belief, the best leaders are not born with natural leadership skills. The strengths of a leader often develop as a result of hard work and a focused effort to hone those qualities. Good leaders become better when they seek opportunities to test their leadership skills, solicit feedback, and adapt as needed. If you want to learn to become an effective leader, you need to be aware of the most critical leadership skills and take the steps necessary to cultivate those qualities within you. What Makes a Good Leader?  This is the big question we tabled b efore the Virtuoso business man and go

Nigeria sets a tech record makes with Autism Screening App launch by Autism Speaks

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In a major technological break through for Nigeria, Bloom Buddy, in partnership with Autism Speaks and the Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders of the Cillege of Medicine, at the University of Lagos, has launched the Nigerian Autism Screening Questionnaire (NASQ) web App. This first-ever, freely accessible online tool for parents and caregivers in Nigeria heralds a new era in early autism detection and intervention.  This NASQ web App tool alerts parents and caregivers to their children’s autism symptoms and encourages them to speak with their healthcare providers and explore appropriate services and supports, potentially altering the life trajectory of countless children. Nigeria's position as a frontrunner in the field of autism has thus been reinforced.  The NASQ (designAed and solely owned by Autism Speaks) provides a novel tool for detecting autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which affects more 75 million people globally and may have a higher prevalence in Africa, w

VICTORY FOR PRINCE BASSEY OTU AT THE SUPREME COURT.....Is Victory For All In Cross Rivers

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  In a resounding remarkable unanimous decision, the Supreme Court on Friday, 12th January, 2024, delivered judgment dismissing the appeal in SC/CV/1194/2023, between Prof Sandy Ojang Onor & PDP v. INEC, Bassey Edet Otu, Hon. Peter Agbe Odey & APC, for being entirely unmeritorious and nonsensical.The apex court, constituting Hon. Justices John Inyang Okoro, JSC (Presiding), Uwani Musa Abba-Aji,Helen M. Ogunwumiju, JSC, Adamu Jauro, JSC and Emmanuel E. Agim, JSC, in affirming the concurrent decisions of the Court of Appeal, Lagos, delivered on 22nd November, 2023 and the Cross River State Governorship Election Tribunal, delivered on 26th October, 2023, upheld the victory of Prince Bassey Otu as the Governor of Cross River State, with Hon. Peter Agbe Odey as his Deputy. The apex court agreed with the submissions made in the Briefs filed and argued by Prof Mike Ozekhome, SAN, (Lead Counsel to Prince Bassey Out – 2nd Respondent) and A. Ige Asemudara, Esq, (Lead Counsel Peter Agbe O

Nigeria Polo Association / GTCO 2024 International Polo Tournament Sets To Gallop In Style

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  • It is not for nothing that the game of Polo is passionately called the sports of Kings From the word go, it has been played and enjoyed by top class elites and royalties globally, with its origin emanating from the Central Asian origin The game of polo was first played in Persia (Iran) at dates given from the 6th century to the 1st century and the game of  Polo was at first a training game for cavalry units, usually the king's guard or other elite troops. Looking back, today once can aptly say the purpose of polo is to enjoy yourself in an exhilarating game on horseback. The objective of polo is to score more than the opposing team. While the sport of polo is older than recorded history, we know that its origins are in the inspirational relationship between humans and horses.  This special bond and the unique blending of athletic talents between horse and rider have helped polo evolve into The Sport of Kings. Little wonder The CEO of one of Africa’s foremost  financial institut

Lifestyle....The Rare Early Morning Habits of Africas Global Philantropist Tony Elumelu

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  WISH LIST 2024 #I am not perfect..I waste my early day Hours most days; I wish to learn from living legends like Tony Elumelu \ ( You can emulate him) Exclusively  Revealed @ Last... Billionaire Global Philanthropists & serial investor Dr Tony Elumelu Early Mornings Habits cum schedules ( As told us by a very authoritative close aide) * Wakes up early as 4/5 a.m ~ not fan of deep sleep * Prays first before touching his phone or speaking to anybody * Tries to get his family ( All his kids if they at home to pray with him) habit his parents thought him & his siblings * Checks his emails & SMS's ...hardly calls but gets his staffs to reply all relevant messages * Picks a book or unfinished newspaper and spend about an hour to read * Studies his days schedule with his wife / best friend Dr Awele Elumelu * If time permits.. does little exercise and off he goes to his office or jets out of the country or some projects works Note Elumelu does not waste a single hour in his m

Personal Opinion ....The Chief Pst Femi Adeshina I know- By Mike Cerutti Osagie

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  " Hate is A Prolonged Form of Suicide" Sir Douglas V. Steere  On the 16th of January is not  his birthday but  16th January 2024 will no doubt be one of the best and greatest day in the life and career of Chief Pst Femi Adeshina OON - the highly revered Nigerian journalist who served as the Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari GCON I have been very fortunate to have enjoyed a long positive progress relationship with Chief Adeshina He is not my mate  - age Wise or career wise but we have a strong brotherly bond or mentor/ mentee relationship. As he is set to present his massive book today, on instinct I felt a piece on him will be most appropriate today. On this day..he will be hosting many Eminent personalities in the nation’s capital for the launching a Great book by his former Special Adviser on Media   Buhari, who had not come to the seat of power since he handed over to his successor on May 29, 2023,

History Made....As HabariPay’s Squad Launches Take on Squad Hackathon 1.0 for Young Innovators

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  In line with its mission of empowering businesses and young innovators across Africa, HabariPay's Squad has announced the launch of its first-ever hackathon, "Take on Squad Hackathon 1.0." The social coding event is scheduled to hold on January 19th and 20th 2024, at the leading-edge GTCO Training Complex, Tayo's Plaza, Abeokuta, Ogun State. Take on Squad Hackathon 1.0 is targeted at young innovators in universities and other tertiary institutions in Nigeria and challenges competing teams to create innovative solutions to problems within their immediate academic community as well as the wider society. Essentially, the hackathon is designed to impact young Nigerians positively by providing a platform to equip aspiring entrepreneurs and innovators with transformative technological capabilities, enabling them to collaboratively develop practical, innovative solutions and refine their coding skills. Participants in the hackathon will have the exclusive opportunity to le

The 7th “Atoms Empowering Africa” online video competition launched by Rosatom

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  ROSATOM, the Russian state corporation specializing in nuclear energy, is pleased to announce the launch of the seventh annual online video competition, “Atoms Empowering Africa”.  This competition, open to students and young professionals aged between 18 and 35, aims to ignite interest in science and technology among African youth. Atoms Empowering Africa invites participants to create a short video on the "Benefits of Nuclear Energy in Africa" topic. The jury of representatives from wide range of respected field organizations, such as AFCONE, Ethiopian Nuclear Expert Group, WIN Africa and others, will select three winning teams.  These teams will be rewarded with a fully paid trip to Russia to experience world-renowned tourist attractions. The trip also includes visiting nuclear facilities where they explore new technologies and learn more about their benefits for humanity and improving the quality of people’s lives. Some other participants will be rewarded with special p

Dr. Kuforiji, Lagos Commandant, The Peace Corps of Nigeria Honoured With An ICONIC AWARD

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  *THE LAGOS STATE COMMANDANT, Amb. Dr. Kuforiji Olarenwaju Williams , The Peace Corps of Nigeria has for the umpteenth time been rewarded for his dedication to service and meticulous attention to details Only recently, he received  an excellent award of excellence in Lagos and promptly dedicated it  to The National Commandant, Prof, Dickson Ameh Akoh, and the entire officers of The Peace Corps of Nigeria.* The NIW Media ICONIC AWARD was bestowed on Dr Kuforiji and for sure the audience and important personalties present at the Civic Center, Victoria Island, were captivated by the state commandant's genuine humility, his unwavering commitment to ethical  practices, and his ability to foster an engaging and inspiring work.  His words resonated deeply, leaving everyone in attendance feeling both motivated and inspired to lead with integrity and purpose. The recognition of receiving the "Iconic Leader of the Decade" an international award, served as a well-deserved tribute t