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Mr And Miss Nigeria Int’l Pageant 2016 Beckons
Mr and Miss Nigeria
International is one event that has taken over the internet space for the past month, as count down to the grand finale has begun. It is no news that the event in its 5th edition has created a niche for itself. A lot of buzz surrounds such a great annual event as many people are anticipating what this year’s event might have to offer.
Mr and Miss Nigeria Intl (MMNI) started in 2012, produced by Brendance and Crusader Limited which is a fully integrated event management company privately owned by Ambassador Bredan Nsikak. It is ranked among the top 10 projects in the list of projects that the company which was formed in 2005 in handling. Its focus is to capitalize on the emerging growth opportunities with poise and pageantry, artist management and even planning/management industry by developing and operating a portfolio of high impact unique events with state of the art stage sets and lighting in all projects handled, to promote Nigeria’s rich culture to the world.
Speaking to the CEO of the pageant, Ambassador Brendan Nsikak about how far the event has come he said, “It has been fruitful. There is still much to be achieved, and with our partners like Africa ways airline, Rwanda airline, Jodela Integrated Service Ltd and so many others we can say we are the biggest mixed pageant in Africa in general, God has been merciful”.
Ambassador Brendan, who is the CEO of Brendance and Crusaders Limited, owners of Mr and Miss Nigeria International is a graduate of Theatre Arts from the University of Uyo and drama from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, he later studied poise and etiquette in South Africa, modeling and catwalk in France and the U.K Event planning and Management in UK.
He is a talent manager, life and modeling coach and an event producer. He has led, or have been a major team player of some major events to include Mr and Miss Nigeria International Miss Nigeria (2003 – 2010), Miss Tourism (2004 – 2010), Prettiest girl in Nigeria 2006, Sisi Oge Pride of Africa 2005 – 2013, Mr and Miss Glo Rock and Rule 2008 – 2009, Naija at 50 national fashion show, Abuja Carnival 2009, Miss Lagos Carnival 2010. Miss FCT 2010 – 2013, Glo Pageant festival 2010 till date F.A.M.E concert 2014. The younger judge ever in Abuja National Carnival 2007 – 2013 just to mention a few.
When asked what the achievements of the pageant have been, Ambassador Brendan said: “To God be the glory, the success so far has been through the help of the Almighty God. For four years we have produced entrepreneurs , role models, fashion designers starting from our first King, Mr James Idowu, who is a bespoke designer and the most sought after compere in Nigeria. The first runner up, Mr Michael Anaga has gone from a top model from Glo Adverts to logistic manager, Nigeria Ports Authority. Miss Mso Verishma has become the most sought after top model, ambassador for fair and white gold product.
She currently runs as NGO for female education. 2013 winner Adebiyi Adetola has become one of the ruling faces in Nigeria soap Operas, he is also a body fitness instructor.
“Miss Saadat Bibire, the first ever Muslim queen in Nigeria, founder SAAB foundation, brand ambassador lady soft, leading top model for a lot of blogs and fashion, Pope Henry, fashion stylist of repute. Queenmercy Atang, face of Kanu Heart Foundation. She has been rated the most proactive queen in Nigeria because of her humanitarian service in Nigeria and beyond.
Mr Monday Matthew, the first national king from Kogi State, he is a youth ambassador for Dangote group and youth ambassador of Kogi State. Mr Abraham Ibang, director 084TV program and a presenter, Gerald, Mr East International who is a popular blogger to mention a few.
Popular businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, has said that his relationship with singer Davido is beyond money and gossip.
He stated this in a recent interview with BBC Igbo.
“Davido is my friend. He is my in-law; he married Chioma who is from Imo State where I hail from.
“So the relationship I have with Davido is beyond money and gossip,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that Chief Priest disclosed via his Instagram page that his outfit for the wedding of the singer, Davido and his wife, Chioma, in Lagos on Tuesday cost seven million Naira.
The socialite recently appreciated Davido for not “discarding” Chioma.
He stated that the DMW boss has made Imo State proud by choosing to marry from the state.
Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has lent her voice to the ongoing anti-tax hike protests in Kenya.
The Tide’s source reports that Kenyan youths are marching against tax hike in widespread demonstrations tagged ‘RejectFinanceBill2024.’
Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded after police clashed with protesters who stormed the parliament building in Nairobi on Tuesday, according to Amnesty Kenya.
Reacting via her X handle on Tuesday night, Simi declared her support for the demonstrators.
She stated that “it is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights.”
The singer wrote, “I stand with the people of Kenya. It is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights. Godspeed and Strength. [Hash tag] RejectFinanceBill2024.”
In a series of other posts, she wrote: “Wow. When you’ve had enough, the fight is almost inevitable.
“African leaders- have not you done enough?
“I can’t wait for the day Africa is not a weapon fashioned against Africans. All of this amazing Black power and human resource, but the majority are not likely to thrive unless they run.”
Famous Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Davido was spotted among other top artistes at Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour concert in Atlanta, Georgia.
Asake’s performance at his sold-out show at the 17,000-capacity State Farm Arena in Atlanta began on August 16, 2024, and is set to run for 10 days.
In a trending video on social media, Davido appeared backstage with American rapper Quavo to support Asake during the live performance.
Other musicians in attendance included Nigerian hitmaker Zlatan and American rapper Russ Millions.
The Tide’s source reports that Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour is set to cover six U.S. cities, where he will headline notable venues including Madison Square Garden in New York, the Toyota Center in Houston, and the State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Asake’s tour comes just days after the release of his latest hit, ‘Lungu Boy,’ which features several superstars, including Wizkid, British rappers Central Cee and Stormzy, Travis Scott and Brazilian singer Ludmilla.
‘Lungu Boy’ set a new record for the biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria, garnering 18.9 million streams in its opening week and breaking the previous record of 14.4 million streams held by Davido’s ‘Timeless.’
