Events

Jos, Get Ready! TEDxAngwanRukuba: REDEFINE Is Lighting Up the City

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1 year ago

July 5, 2025

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Jos, Plateau State – A wave of inspiration is about to sweep across Jos as the city prepares to host TEDxAngwanRukuba: REDEFINE—a transformative event that promises to challenge perceptions, spark bold conversations, and ignite a renewed sense of purpose.

The organizers have unveiled an official short video that captures the energy and essence of this groundbreaking gathering. It offers a stirring preview of what attendees can expect: connection, creativity, and a shared vision for the future of Jos.

🎥 Watch the official video here

Why “REDEFINE”? Why Jos?

The theme “REDEFINE” is more than a catchphrase—it’s a clarion call for Jos to take control of its narrative. Too often, the city has been defined by its struggles. But TEDxAngwanRukuba is flipping the script, focusing on the resilience, creativity, and potential that defines Jos today.

In this context, REDEFINE means:

REDEFINING Narratives – Moving beyond conflict to spotlight stories of innovation, unity, and growth.
REDEFINING Possibilities – Viewing challenges as stepping stones to social, technological, and economic breakthroughs.
REDEFINING Community – Deepening ties, embracing diversity, and fostering a spirit of collaboration.

This event is not just happening in Jos—it’s happening for Jos. TEDxAngwanRukuba aims to harness the city’s intellectual and creative capital to chart a bold new path forward.

More Than Just Talks—An Experience That Transforms

TEDxAngwanRukuba: REDEFINE has been carefully curated as an immersive experience that goes beyond inspiring talks. Attendees can look forward to:

Deep Discussions – Thought-provoking conversations with speakers and fellow changemakers.
Networking & Collaboration – Opportunities to connect with mentors, innovators, and like-minded individuals.
Innovation Showcases – Discover local projects already redefining education, business, and community development.

Meet the Speakers Redefining the Future

Ten dynamic speakers will take the stage, each offering a unique perspective that challenges the status quo:

🎥 [Watch the speaker highlight video here]

Special Performances

The event will also feature live performances from standout talents, including Dele Ayoola—a genre-blending artist, songwriter, performer, and sound engineer whose music defies boundaries and reflects a redefined approach to storytelling through sound.

🎥 Listen to his music here

Powered by Purpose: The Sponsors Making It Possible

TEDxAngwanRukuba: REDEFINE is backed by visionary partners whose work is already transforming lives in Jos and beyond:

Bold & Beautiful Creators – Empowering future leaders with AI-driven educational tools through their African Intelligence platform.
Lint – A fintech trailblazer redefining personal and business finance through its budgeting and payment automation app.
Street Made of Gold (SMOG) – A youth-led NGO transforming communities through skills training, water projects, and digital access.
Zeustek ICT Solutions – Enhancing cybersecurity and digital safety in an increasingly connected world.
nHub – Fueling entrepreneurship and tech innovation with mentorship and startup support.
AHub – Creating collaborative environments that power tech communities and knowledge-sharing.
Redlenz MultiMedia – Redefining visual storytelling with high-quality photography, videography, and creative services.
Jeje Concepts – Raising the standard of branding and design with professional visual artistry.
ScoutSity – Building a social platform to support new ideas, elevate local talent, and drive innovation.

These aren’t just sponsors—they’re co-creators in the mission to elevate Jos by spotlighting ideas worth spreading.

Join the Movement – Be Part of History

TEDxAngwanRukuba: REDEFINE will take place on July 12, 2024, at the Tent of Glory Auditorium, Gondola, Bauchi Ring Road, Jos. Whether you’re a student, professional, entrepreneur, or changemaker, this event offers a chance to be part of something bigger—a redefinition of what’s possible.

🎟️ [Get your tickets now]

Stay Connected:

Facebook: TEDxAngwanRukuba
Instagram: @tedxangwanrukuba
X (Twitter): @TEDXANGWAN
Website: tedxangwanrukuba.com
Contact: +234 704 939 4425

Let’s come together to REDEFINE our future.

Entertainment

Big Chinni Thrills Audience as NASCO Cornflakes Powers Mr & Miss UNIJOS 2026

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2 days ago

August 3, 2026

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The University of Jos came alive with music, glamour and excitement as Afro Soul sensation Big Chinni delivered a captivating performance at the Mr & Miss UNIJOS 2026 pageant, one of the institution’s most anticipated annual social events.

The event, held on the University of Jos campus, attracted hundreds of students, alumni and guests who gathered to witness the crowning of the institution’s new king and queen and to celebrate creativity, fashion and student excellence.

Big Chinni thrilled the audience with an energetic Afro Soul performance, delivering a blend of soulful melodies and vibrant stagecraft that kept the crowd singing and dancing throughout her set. Her performance added excitement to an evening dedicated to showcasing talent, confidence and youthful creativity.

The pageant, widely regarded as a flagship event on the university’s social calendar, featured dazzling fashion displays, entertainment performances and competitive segments leading to the emergence of the new Mr & Miss UNIJOS 2026.

The event was powered by NASCO Cornflakes, one of Nigeria’s leading breakfast cereal brands, whose colourful branding featured prominently across the venue, including the red carpet and main stage. The company’s support underscored its commitment to promoting youth development, campus engagement and student-focused initiatives.

Organisers said the collaboration between NASCO Cornflakes and the pageant reflected a shared vision of celebrating excellence, talent and the vibrant lifestyle of young people.

With her memorable performance, Big Chinni further strengthened her growing reputation as one of the emerging voices in the Afro Soul music scene, leaving the audience entertained and making the 2026 edition of Mr & Miss UNIJOS one of the most talked-about campus events of the year.

Events

Royals, Leaders Unite To Strengthen, Sustain Nigeria’s Security

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3 days ago

August 1, 2026

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Traditional rulers, religious leaders, security chiefs and policymakers on Friday came together to find ways of building a stronger, more inclusive and sustainable security framework.

They came together at the maiden National Citizens Stakeholders’ Engagement organised by the Project 774 Network in Abuja.

The event had its theme, “Our Security, Our Duty: Citizens Standing with Our Troops to End Terrorism, Banditry and Kidnapping.”

The stakeholders all agreed that lasting peace in Nigeria required moving beyond crisis response to fixing its root causes.

The Convener of Project 774, Mohammed Ibrahim, said that the core beauty of the project lies in its ability to bring all sides together.

“Wherever you find a gap between leaders and citizens, the only thing to do is unite both sides for a common cause. I am happy we have people with a genuine desire to take this country forward as one,” he said.

Drawing from experience, he recalled how commitment to nationhood went beyond official titles.

“You do not need to be a governor, minister or ambassador to serve this nation.

“All you need is the heart of one who loves Nigeria, and the will to act from wherever you stand,’’ he said.

He highlighted Nigeria’s immense potential, saying Nigeria is one of the greatest countries in the world.

According to him, it is the only nation where the land holds wealth that can fund all we need.

“We have the resources; what we need now is the unity and will to channel them toward solutions that lift every citizen,’’ he said.

Chief Convener, the Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, said that the name “774” stands for the nation’s total number of local government areas.

Sanusi said the summit moved beyond reacting to crises to building lasting systems where every Nigerian contributes to peace.

The traditional leader also decried a widening class divide and fading sense of shared citizenship.

“Security works best when it belongs to everyone. We have become a highly divided society where a small wealthy minority lives in exclusive estates, cut off from the struggles of the majority.

“We have forgotten that every blessing is meant to be shared, and that prosperity should reach down to the most vulnerable,” he said.

He further highlighted drug abuse as a silent driver of violence.

“Many of those carrying out these atrocities are not in their right minds; they are under the influence of hard drugs.

“Insecurity anywhere is a threat to everyone everywhere. We must share information with security agencies, rebuild moral values in our communities, and work together to reclaim our nation,’’ he said.

Guest Speaker, Professor Sunday Lugard of the Faculty of Law, University of Jos, said that sustainable security thrived on partnership.

Lugard recalled how security experts had long foreseen the dangers facing the nation and called for a fundamental shift towards a citizen-centric approach to security governance.

“Laws and operations are important, but trust and active participation make them work.

“When communities stand with their troops, we close gaps that criminals exploit,” he said.

He urged delegates to use the summit to design clear, safe systems for communities to feed intelligence to police, military and the judiciary, and to ensure that every citizen can contribute without fear.

“Security is not just what the government does for us; it is what we build together, from the village up to the centre,” he said.

He also emphasised the need to deploy indigenous security services.

“Our people trust us. We will use that standing to foster cooperation, promote peace and ensure that every community becomes a partner in protecting our nation,” he said. (NAN)