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Promise Made, Promise Kept: Eko Mi Awards Staged A Night To Remember In The Heart Of Lagos [PHOTOS]

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The highly anticipated Eko Mi Awards held at the prestigious Sheraton Hotels on Wednesday, July 18, 2024, lived up to its promise of delivering an unforgettable night of glamour, excitement, and celebration of excellence.

The event, which kicked off with a red-carpet reception, saw a gathering of Nigeria’s elite, including business leaders, celebrities, and dignitaries, all united to honor outstanding individuals who have made significant impacts in their respective fields.

The awards ceremony was a masterclass in organization, with seamless transitions between performances, speeches, and award presentations. The audience were treated to thrilling performances by comedians like MC Stylo, Prince Phelar and Chi Young, alongside musical acts by the veteran Jojo Body beat and Fabs, while the honorees delivered heartfelt acceptance speeches that left many in the audience inspired.

Among the highlights of the night was the presentation of the “Most Stylish King” award to King Saheed Elegushi, who was hailed for his impeccable sense of style and fashion. Other notable awardees included Anthony Adeyinka Adeboye, Hakeem Smith, and Oniru, who were recognized for their contributions to their respective fields.

The emotional moments of the night was the decoration of the dancing LASTMA officer at Agidingbi, Mr. Adefolalu Timothy, who in appreciation of his effort, the MC, Gbenga Adeyinka called for donations of appreciation and Chief Bestman Nze-Jumbo donated N500,000 on behalf of the organizers. Other dignitaries followed suit and at the end of the day, a total of N1.2m was raised for the officer.

The Eko Mi Awards has proven itself as a premier platform for celebrating excellence and achievement in Nigeria. With its promise of a night to remember, the event exceeded expectations, leaving a lasting impression on all who attended.

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JUST IN: Governor Sanwoolu Approves N85,000 As Minimum Wage In Lagos

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Governor Babajide Sanwoolu of Lagos State has approved N85,000 as minimum wage for civil servants in the state.

This is in line with the federal government’s approval of N70,000 as minimum wage in Nigeria.

Governor Sanwoolu made this announcement on Channels TV this night in an interview session.

 

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Describing Killers Of SuperSport Crew As ‘Non-State Actors’ Wrong — British Diplomat Tells Peter Obi

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British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Catriona Laing, has described the description of the killers of the Supersport crew as “non-state actors” as wrong.

Laing made this known during a visit to Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, in Abuja.

According to her, “When you have people killing innocent people, you shouldn’t describe them as non-state actors.

“They are criminals, they are murderers and that is how they should be described.

“Describing them as non-state actors somehow suggests that there is some sort of legitimacy or justification or explanation or mitigation.

“There is absolutely no justification or explanation or mitigation for killing people.”

Laing expressed concern over the growing insecurity in Nigeria, particularly in the Southeast.

“The level of violence, particularly in the Southeast, is of huge concern.

“We are very worried about the security situation and the impact it is having on the citizens.”

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TikTok Deletes 2.1 Million Videos In Nigeria Over Guideline Violations — CGE Report

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TikTok reported removing over 2.1 million videos in Nigeria in the second quarter of 2024 due to violations of its community guidelines.

In the Community Guidelines Enforcement (CGE) Report released on Tuesday, TikTok stated that this action is part of its ongoing initiative to improve content moderation and ensure a safer platform for users.

According to the report, “Key findings show that 99.1 percent of these videos were proactively removed before users reported them, with 90.7 percent taken down within 24 hours.

These figures highlight TikTok’s commitment to staying ahead of harmful content, ensuring a safer platform for Nigerian users.”

The removed videos account for less than 1 per cent of total uploads in Nigeria during the specified period.

Globally, TikTok announced it had taken down over 178 million videos in June 2024, with 144 million of these removals managed through automated systems.

TikTok noted, “With a proactive detection rate now at 98.2 percent globally, TikTok is more efficient than ever at addressing harmful content before users encounter it.”

The company affirmed its commitment to further investment in technologies aimed at enhancing content moderation and assessing potential risks.

Additionally, TikTok reinforced its dedication to transparency and platform safety for its diverse user base in Nigeria and worldwide.

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