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Beautiful Bride Unveils Elegant Civil Wedding Dress Collection in Jos
A touch of elegance and style filled the air as Beautiful Bride, located opposite the National Library in Jos, Plateau State, officially unveiled its Civil Wedding Dress Collection on January 1, 2026. The event attracted a vibrant mix of event planners, entertainment stakeholders, models, and fashion enthusiasts, all gathered to witness the latest trends in civil wedding fashion.
The highlight of the unveiling was a captivating runway showcase, where stunning models graced the stage in a variety of sophisticated and contemporary civil wedding dresses. The collection, designed to blend simplicity with elegance, reflects the evolving tastes of modern brides seeking stylish yet understated options for their special day.
Jamila Anita, the Convener and CEO of Beautiful Bride expressed gratitude to attendees for honoring the unveiling despite their busy schedules. She explained that civil weddings, also known as court, registry, or statutory weddings have evolved significantly, especially in fashion. According to her, modern civil wedding dresses now feature trendy designs such as short styles, bows, and fascinators, unlike in the past. She noted that many brides often overlook civil wedding preparation, creating demand for stylish options. In response, Beautiful Bride introduced a new collection to meet this need, ensuring Jos brides have access to luxurious, contemporary dresses and accessories for their special day.
Naomi Gadzama, CEO Usiju World Event Center expressed joy and appreciation for the strong turnout, describing the gathering as small but impactful. She emphasized the importance of collaboration in the event and wedding industry, noting that no business can thrive in isolation. Gadzama urged stakeholders to support and promote one another rather than compete destructively, highlighting the need for unity and maturity in business. She commended the vision behind the initiative and encouraged continued innovation. She also advised patronizing local businesses in Jos, stressing that collective support can strengthen the industry and reduce reliance on cities like Lagos and Abuja.
Simi Gyang, one of the models described the unveiling as a unique and memorable experience, noting it was her first time modeling civil wedding dresses. She highlighted the honor and pressure of opening the runway, expressing gratitude for the opportunity. Simi Gyang praised Beautiful Bride’s consistency and support for models, adding that such a civil wedding showcase is rare in Jos, making the event both innovative and impactful for the local fashion scene.
Pedro Omobolaji, Station Manager at Jay FM praised the variety and inclusiveness of the showcased designs, noting they cater to different body types, styles, and preferences. He highlighted the high quality and elegance of the dresses, emphasizing their versatility beyond civil weddings for other occasions. According to him, the collection offers diverse, stylish options, giving brides the freedom to choose designs that suit their taste and personality.
Nanmet Anthony, the CEO of Mettaworld Events described the showcase as impressive, noting the wide range of well-curated dresses suited to different body shapes. She emphasized that no single style fits every bride, encouraging clients to consider their body type when choosing outfits. Mrs Anthony added that the displayed pieces were just a sample of a broader collection, assuring brides that more options are available to match individual preferences and enhance confidence.
Mutual Benefits Assurance reported on Friday a 45 per cent increase in net profit for the 2025 financial year, receiving a major boost from its insurance business.
Shares in the insurer had gone up by 9.5 per cent on Lagos’ Customs Street as of 10:32 West Africa Time, following the news.
Insurance service result leapt 718.9 per cent to N8.8 billion, according to its audited financials, easing the blow that a slide in net investment income would have had dealt on earnings.
The net investment income of the underwriter dropped by 11.1 per cent in the period under review after incurring N659.7 million in foreign exchange loss in contrast to a gain of N5.3 billion posted a year earlier.
Insurance revenue climbed by 19.6 per cent to N80 billion, with Nigeria contributing more than three-fourths of that sum, while Niger and Liberia – other markets where the company operates – accounted for the rest.
The results also showed that motor insurance remains the biggest contributor to insurance revenue pool of the insurer, whose underwriting operations span oil & gas, aviation, agriculture, marine and life among others. Revenue from motor insurance stood N26.2 billion, up from N17.9 billion a year earlier.
Apart from assurance business, the company has operations in real estate, microfinance as well as oil & gas exploration and production.
One of the key highlights of the reasonably strong performance was the N9.2 billion recorded as insurance service result before reinsurance contracts held, which compares to a negative position of N1.2 billion reported in 2024, when soaring insurance service costs wiped out insurance revenue.
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Mutual Benefits Assurance has proposed a dividend per share of N0.04 for the review period, translating into a potential payout of N802.5 million, two times what it paid shareholders for 2024.
Strengthening profit, the company cut back other employee benefit expenses by 7.8 per cent and other operating expenses by 40.5 per cent.
Profit before income tax rose by 47.6 per cent to N17.4 billion, while profit after tax advanced to N16.4 billion.
Total assets expanded by 19.8 per cent to N176.2 billion, driven by an increase in financial assets at amortised cost.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulates the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the staff for the remarkable achievement in busting a Nigerian-Mexican drug syndicate and dismantling a highly sophisticated multi-million-dollar illegals drug production network in the country.
Chairman of the agency, Brigadier General Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd), on Wednesday announced the major drug bust following a massive operation spanning weeks of intelligence gathering and meticulous planning by NDLEA operatives in collaboration with international partners.
President Tinubu remarks: “This successful operation, which led to the arrest of foreign nationals, local kingpins and other collaborators, as well as the seizure of chemicals and illicit drugs valued at over $360 million, demonstrates exceptional professionalism, courage, and unwavering commitment to safeguarding society from the devastating effects of narcotics.”
“I commend the bravery, resilience, and dedication displayed by operatives of the NDLEA throughout this mission. I urge them not to be complacent in confronting the menace of drug trafficking.
“West Africa has become a great concern in the global war against narcotics as drug barons turn our region into a transit hub for moving cocaine, synthetic drugs and unregulated pharmaceuticals to Europe and North America.
“Drugs not only pose a critical security threat for our region, but they also pose a grave danger to the future of our youth, some of whom have become victims of the trade.
“I call on all Nigerians to see the fight against illicit drugs not NDLEA’s alone. Everyone has a role to play. We must remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities within our communities to assist security agencies in combating criminal networks.
“This landmark success is a strong message that our security agencies will not tolerate organised crime and criminality anywhere in the country, and that those who threaten public safety and national security will face the wrath of the law.”
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