Lovely photos from Nzem Berom 2022 at Rwang Pam Township Stadium Jos, Plateau State.
A glorious display of culture from the Berom Nation.
The Nzem Berom festival is an annual festival that celebrates the unique culture and tradition of the berom people of the plateau state.
Berom is the largest ethnic group in Plateau state which makes this a major event for the state. It attracts people from all Ethnic groups within Plateau and beyond.
The festival comprises a series of events, culminating with the grand celebration at the stadium. One of the events is a beauty pageant where the Zere Berom (beauty Queen) for the year is chosen.
On the final day of the festival, the Gbong Gwom Jos is escorted in a regal procession which always leaves the people of Jos in awe. the procession is led by the ‘Suga'( warriors) on horses followed by traditional dancers and maidens dressed in full traditional attire, also followed by District heads of all Berom districts and finally, His Majesty, The Gbong Gwom Jos himself, adorned in all His Glory. This procession makes its way to the stadium where traditional dancers, guests, Kings and Nobles from other tribes and masses await.
The festival is a rich display of the Berom culture, tradition, cuisine and hospitality.
The Plateau Bloggers and Online Media Association (PLABOMA) has announced plans to unveil a Unified Bloggers Online Platform during the 2026 World Social Media Day Celebration scheduled to hold in Jos, Plateau State.
The unveiling, which is expected to be one of the major highlights of the event, is aimed at fostering collaboration, strengthening professional networking, and promoting a more coordinated digital media community across the state.
The World Social Media Day Celebration is slated for Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at the Usiju World Event Center, near the Plateau State Secretariat, Jos, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Speaking on the significance of the initiative, the organizers said the platform is designed to bring together bloggers, content creators, digital publishers, and online media practitioners under a common structure that encourages information sharing, capacity development, and collective growth within the digital media space.
The event, themed “Digital Voices: Innovation, Creativity and Youth Engagement,” will bring together bloggers, social media influencers, youth leaders, entrepreneurs, students, digital innovators, and members of the public to explore the evolving role of social media in shaping public discourse and empowering young people.
According to PLABOMA, participants will engage in discussions on emerging trends in digital media, content creation, online engagement, and the opportunities available within the digital economy. The celebration is also expected to provide a platform for networking, learning, and collaboration among stakeholders in the media and technology sectors.
The association noted that the launch of the Unified Bloggers Online Platform reflects its commitment to strengthening the voice of online media practitioners in Plateau State while creating opportunities for innovation, mentorship, and professional development.
PLABOMA further encouraged bloggers, content creators, social media influencers, students, entrepreneurs, and other interested members of the public to participate in the event and contribute to conversations on the future of digital communication and youth engagement.
Registration for the event is free and can be completed through the online registration form.
The organizers described the celebration as more than a commemoration of social media, noting that it will serve as a platform for inspiration, collaboration, innovation, and impact among digital media stakeholders in Plateau State and beyond.
For inquiries and partnership opportunities, interested individuals and organizations can contact the organizers via email at plateaubloggers@gmail.com or through the designated telephone lines.
The event is expected to attract a broad spectrum of participants from across the digital media ecosystem as PLABOMA seeks to promote responsible online engagement and harness the transformative power of social media for development.
British-Nigerian singer and songwriter Talay Riley has died at the age of 35 following a stabbing incident in East London, United Kingdom.
The singer, whose real name is Yinka Mark Orabiyi, reportedly died on June 5, 2026, after being attacked with a knife.
According to police reports, officers responded to emergency calls regarding a stabbing on Pankhurst Avenue. Emergency services later found the victim with multiple stab wounds in the garden of a property on Rayleigh Road.
Despite efforts by paramedics to save his life, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Another man in his 20s was also injured in the incident and was taken to hospital with multiple stab wounds. He is currently receiving treatment for injuries that are not considered life-threatening.
The Metropolitan Police said two men aged 27 and 24, along with a 25-year-old woman, were arrested near the scene on suspicion of murder. However, the 24-year-old man and the woman have since been released with no further action, while the 27-year-old suspect has been released on bail pending further investigations.
Homicide detectives from the Specialist Crime Command have launched a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the attack and have appealed for witnesses who may have been in the area at the time to come forward.
Talay Riley was known in the music industry for his songwriting contributions, having worked with several international stars including Dua Lipa, Usher, Craig David, Chris Brown, Nick Jonas, and Britney Spears.
Tributes have continued to pour in from family, friends, and colleagues.
In a statement, his family described him as “a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend” who brought “love, light, and joy” to those around him.
His brother, songwriter Scribz Riley (Michael Orabiyi Riley), paid an emotional tribute, describing him as a mentor and inspiration, and expressing shock at his sudden death.
Industry figures including Stormzy, Craig David, Kehlani, Khalid, and Chip also shared condolences, celebrating his talent, kindness, and legacy in music.
Position Music, his record label, described him as “an extraordinary songwriter and artist whose impact will be felt for generations,” adding that his creative legacy would continue to live on.
Daniel Monday Mancha
June 26, 2022 at 10:09 am
I wish I was there,, but God is there for me,,