Tyler Vybe, the fast rising young Abuja-based crooner Signed to Hashtag Entertainment, just released “Change Am” a very dance-able Afro-Pop song featuring Terry Apala, the apala-swag king.
This is the second single off the forthcoming 'BIG VYBE' EP for the NILE UNIVERSITY Abuja student - TYLER VYBE @tylervybe. The 'BIG VYBE' EP features industry greats like OBESERE, MIKE ABDUL and TERRY APALA.
“Change Am” featuring Terry Apala is available on YouTube and every other digital platform. Enjoy!
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Saturday, 7 March 2026 — W.O.W Africa 50 Women Honours
Taking place on the eve of International Women’s Day at @sandtonhotel, the W.O.W Africa 50 Women Honours will recognise exceptional African women whose work continues to shift economic narratives and transform sectors across the continent. The honourees span multiple fields — from business, finance and public leadership to health, mining, innovation, fashion, environmental advocacy and media.
The recognition is crafted to celebrate meaningful contribution, resilience and measurable impact rather than popularity. Profiles of the honourees will appear in the upcoming edition of W.O.W Business Magazine, a curated publication that documents the leadership ethos, experiences and achievements of African women shaping the continent’s future.
Monday, 9 March 2026 — W.O.W Africa 100 Founding Members Breakfast
Following the honours ceremony, W.O.W will convene the W.O.W Africa 100 Founding Members Breakfast — an exclusive, closed-door chamber intended for strategic engagement among top women leaders, investors, entrepreneurs and professionals.
The session is structured as a high-level dialogue focused on:
• Building shared influence rather than individual competition
• Strengthening cross-border cooperation among African women
• Expanding wealth creation through ownership, access and strategic partnerships
• Developing African-led institutions and economic ecosystems
• Advancing collective economic power beyond recognition and awards
This gathering reflects W.O.W’s conviction that the continent achieves progress faster when women collaborate intentionally and consistently.
The Vision of W.O.W Africa
Founded by South African entrepreneur and wealth strategist Lelo N, W.O.W Africa was created to fill a major gap in the leadership and economic development landscape. While African women increasingly drive growth and innovation, few platforms fully centre their economic voice, strategic collaboration and multi-generational legacy.
Fluent in Kiswahili and active in continental engagement, Lelo N champions a vision of cross-cultural accessibility and pan-African inclusion. “W.O.W Africa is about amplifying shared power,” she said. “It is about women shaping markets, influencing policy and opening opportunities collectively across borders.”
W.O.W Africa operates as an interconnected ecosystem that brings together recognition, dialogue, storytelling and partnership — all in service of Africa’s long-term prosperity.
Looking Ahead — W.O.W Africa 50 Men
As part of its broader commitment to inclusive leadership, W.O.W Africa will host W.O.W Africa 50 Men on 6 June 2026. The event will recognise influential African men who model ethical leadership, support women’s advancement and contribute to building a more inclusive and collaborative economic landscape.
Together, these platforms reinforce W.O.W Africa’s belief that sustainable development and continental progress are achieved through partnership, not rivalry.
W.O.W Africa is presented by The Lelo N Foundation and The House of W.O.W, reflecting their shared commitment to African excellence, prosperity and legacy-driven leadership.
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Baddest DJ Timmy, has kicked off the year on a high note with the release of a brand new single titled “Touchdown.”
The energetic track features street-hop sensation Terry Apala, whose unique fusion of Apala rhythms and contemporary sounds adds depth and vibrancy to the song. “Touchdown” delivers an infectious blend of upbeat production, catchy lyrics, and dance-ready vibes, making it a strong contender for playlists and party rotations this new year.
With this collaboration, Baddest DJ Timmy once again proves his ability to bring together exciting talents to create sounds that resonate with music lovers across the country. Fans can expect “Touchdown” to dominate airwaves and clubs as the year unfolds.
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Ogwuaga-Abba, Nwangele LGA, Imo State, hosted a landmark cultural event with the celebration of the first Ofala ever held in Imo State, marking the reign of HH Igwe Duru Oshimiri Ataa-ata III, Obinna Akwiwu Dim Ohamadike II, Eze Ogwuaga-Abba.
The Ofala brought together royal fathers from across the Eastern region alongside senior political leaders. In attendance was the Governor of Imo State, Distinguished Senator Dr. Hope O. Uzodimma, CON accompanied by Her Excellency, Bar. Mrs. Chioma Deborah Uzodimma, and an entourage of government officials. Rt. Hon. Amara Iwuanyanwu Deputy Speaker, Imo State House of Assembly, was also
The celebration featured vibrant masquerade performances, cultural dance troupes, regal pom poms, and traditional music. The atmosphere reflected pride, unity, and continuity, with culture expressed through movement, rhythm, and shared presence.
HH Igwe Duru Oshimiri Ataa-ata III, Obinna Akwiwu, Eze Ogwuaga-Abba, a son of the soil, was celebrated for leadership marked by calm strength and closeness to the people. The Ofala reflected kingship lived among the community, with moments of connection, respect, and collective pride throughout the event.
The first Ofala in Imo State stands as a defining moment for cultural preservation and traditional leadership within the region, positioning Ogwuaga-Abba as a growing centre for cultural heritage.
The event was proudly covered by Igbo Events TV, a digital media platform focused on documenting authentic Igbo stories and cultural events across the East.
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Nigerian Afrobeats artist Young Busy is back with a new banger!
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In a dramatic twist that has silenced critics and exposed the hollowness of recent smear campaigns, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has officially ranked the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC)—under the leadership of Engr. Gbenga Komolafe—as the most transparent and compliant agency in Nigeria.
Just days after a phantom coalition alleged “financial opacity” and “secret accounts,” the Federal Government’s apex anti-graft body released its 2025 Ethics and Integrity Compliance Scorecard (EICS). The verdict? The NUPRC is not a den of corruption; it is the Gold Standard of Integrity.
The Scorecard That Ends the Debate
According to the report released on Tuesday, December 24, 2025, by ICPC Chairman Dr. Musa Aliyu, the NUPRC secured the 1st position out of 357 Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) assessed.
* The Score: A staggering 91.83 points.
* The Meaning: This score reflects “Substantial Compliance” with ethics, internal control mechanisms, and statutory requirements.
* The Context: This audit covers the very period Engr. Komolafe was accused of “diverting revenues.”
It is statistically and procedurally impossible for an agency to operate “33 secret bank accounts” and “conceal $20 billion” while simultaneously passing the ICPC’s rigorous forensic audit of its internal controls with the highest score in the Federation.
A Tale of Two Oil Giants: NUPRC vs. The Rest
The vindication of Komolafe’s tenure is even more stark when placed against the backdrop of the wider oil and gas sector. While Komolafe’s NUPRC topped the chart, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited was listed among the “High Corruption Risk” entities that failed to score a single point.
This data paints a clear picture: The regulator (NUPRC) was enforcing strict compliance and maintaining watertight books, while other players in the sector struggled with transparency. The narrative that Komolafe was the “problem” in the sector has been inverted by the facts. It appears his strict regulatory oversight—which likely earned him the NUPRC’s high integrity score—may have been exactly what made him a target for those resisting reform.
Dismantling the “Financial Opacity” Lie
The detractors claimed there were “leakages” and “unaccounted revenues.” The ICPC report, however, specifically evaluated MDAs on:
* Financial Management: Guidelines for funds and timely retirement of advances.
* Procurement Processes: Adherence to the Public Procurement Act.
* Internal Audit: Verification of payments and projects.
By scoring 91.83, the NUPRC demonstrated that its financial pipes were not leaking—they were among the most secure in government. While 99 other MDAs lacked guidelines for funds and 114 failed to submit financial reports, Komolafe’s NUPRC stood apart as a model of fiscal responsibility.
Facts Over Fiction
The timing of the ICPC report is poetic justice. It arrives as a final, irrefutable testimonial to Engr. Gbenga Komolafe’s service. The allegations of a “$20 billion diversion” have now been exposed for what they likely always were: a coordinated hit job designed to tarnish a reformer’s exit. But data does not lie.
As Engr. Komolafe bows out, he does so not with the stain of scandal, but with a badge of honor provided by the ICPC itself. He leaves behind an agency that is officially rated as the most ethically compliant institution in Nigeria. The smear campaign has failed. The scoreboard speaks for itself.
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