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            By Mike Cerutti Osagie  Abuja, Nigeria – The campaign for the creation of Anioma State has reached a critical milestone, with Senator Ned Nwoko confirming that key stakeholders from the South East region will convene in Awka next weekend to formally adopt Anioma as the preferred state. Speaking at the Izu Anioma Towns Union event in Abuja, where the inaugural Anioma Cultural Festival was launched, Nwoko announced that 97 senators have endorsed the initiative, marking an unprecedented level of support in Nigeria’s state creation history. The event honored distinguished Anioma leaders, including Nwoko, who represents Delta North and serves as the union’s patron. He revealed that he introduced the Anioma State Creation Bill two years ago, proposing the state be formed from Delta North’s nine local government areas: four from Aniocha and Oshimili, two from Ika, and three from Ndokwa. Neighboring communities like Igbanke have expressed interest ...

The Nigeria Diaspora Coalition for Change (NDCfC) has called on President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, to respond to recent remarks made by U.S. President Donald J. Trump with firmness and strategic restraint, emphasizing that reckless rhetoric must not be met with reckless reaction. Recall that on November 1, 2025, Mr. Trump posted a statement on Truth Social threatening to halt U.S. aid to Nigeria and to consider military action “guns-a-blazing” if the Nigerian government “continues to allow the killing of Christians.” NDCfC described this as an alarming breach of diplomatic decorum and a dangerous precedent in international relations, a statement by Dr LaBode Obanor, CSO NDCfC noted. “Nigeria must defend her sovereignty, but she must do so with the discipline of a nation secure in its legitimacy’’, Obanor stated. ‘‘No sovereign nation should capitulate or submit to sabre-rattling. The response must combine clarity of principle with maturity of statecraft.” The coalition commende...

Dhabri Khenchy, the acclaimed Nigerian fashion designer based in New Jersey, USA, has extended heartfelt praise to Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO) for its unwavering commitment to hosting the GTCO Fashion Week in Lagos, Nigeria.  In a statement, Khenchy described the event as the "biggest style event in West Africa after Cape Town South Africa Fashion Week," highlighting its significance in promoting African fashion on a global stage. Khenchy lauded Segun Agbaje, Group CEO of GTCO, and his team for their vision in keeping the event alive, calling it a "testament to their dedication to nurturing creativity and celebrating Nigerian talent." “The GTCO Fashion Week is more than a platform—it’s a movement that unites designers, models, and fashion enthusiasts across the continent,” he said. “It’s inspiring to see an organization invest in the future of African fashion.” The designer, known for his innovative designs and multiple international accolades, expressed g...

• Introduction  Ben Akwuegbu, the retired Nigerian football legend better known as the "Austria Bomber," has a storied career etched in goals and grit. Born on November 3, 1974, in Jos, Nigeria, Akwuegbu dazzled fans in top leagues across Europe and Asia, including RC Lens (France), Grazer AK (Austria), and Qingdao Jonoon (China).  His precision earned him 35 caps and 10 goals for the Super Eagles, including a standout performance at the 2002 FIFA World Cup.  Today, despite domiciled in London UK, Akwuegbu channels his passion into nurturing talent as founder of Ben Akwuegbu FC, a Jos-based club competing in Nigeria’s Nationwide League One. In an exclusive interview with Cerutti Media from London, last night he shared urgent insights on Victor Osimhen’s form and Nigeria’s World Cup 2026 hopes in a long Series interview session  • Next World cup  His words:“Victor Osimhen is about one of the best strikers in the world today,” Akwuegbu declared. “It will be disast...

Save a little, invest wisely, and watch it grow; for a  penny saved is two pence clear."— Benjamin Franklin Jos / Abuja’s top hotelier and business mogul, Prince Abayomi Alao, Chairman & CEO of the renowned Maria’s Hotel chains in the North, has a powerful message for aspiring business tycoon: “I wasn’t born with a silver spoon, but money prudence shaped my success.”  A staunch supporter of Cerutti Media works and an advocate for financial literacy, Prince Alao recently echoed Dr. Sarah Omakwu’s teachings on responsible money management, shared at World industry leaders magazine international  (  https://www.worldindustryleaders.com/2025/11/personal-finance-alert-rev-dr-sarah.html?m=1 ) “Dr. Sarah is on point, I support her ” he affirmed. “Many are impoverished today because of reckless spending. I learned early from my mother to value every penny ” •From Humble Beginnings to Hospitality Titan Growing up without privilege, Alao turned thrift into a strength. As a...

" The enchanting city of Rome was not built overnight -- Italian proverbs  Nigeria-born fashion designer Mudi Africa a master of craftsmanship of  style, has a powerful message for aspiring creatives: “Don’t be afraid of rejection.”  The acclaimed “Style Wizard” has worked with A-list clients like Yusuf Ndiour, Salif Kaita, Richard Mofe-Damijo, John Mikel Obi, Dr. Samira Mozes, Praise-Frank Edoho, Jeffrey of Shalamar fame,governors, and senators—yet his journey wasn’t paved with instant success. “I faced rejection, even from celebrities,” he recalls. “But I took it in good faith, learned, and kept pushing.” Mudi’s rise to prominence wasn’t overnight. Countless doors closed, emails ignored, and pitches dismissed. But each “no” fueled his resolve. “Rejection is a redirection,” he says. “It means you’re one step closer to the right opportunity.” His bespoke designs, blending African heritage with modern elegance, eventually caught the eye of Nigeria’s elite. Today, his brand...