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Plateau State Announces Maiden Unity Christmas Carols and Praise Festival

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2 years ago

November 19, 2024

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The Plateau State Government, in partnership with the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Plateau State Chapter, has unveiled plans for the inaugural Plateau State Interdenominational Unity Christmas Carols and Praise Festival. The three-day event will take place from November 29 to December 1, 2024, at the 10 Commandment Prayer Altar in Doi, DU, Jos South Local Government Area. Festivities will begin daily at 3:30 PM.

The festival is set to bring together Plateau indigenes and notable figures, including former governors, federal ministers, lawmakers, traditional rulers, captains of industry, and the general public. It aims to foster unity and celebrate the spirit of Christmas under the theme “One Voice, One Spirit in Christ.”

The event boasts a distinguished lineup of guests, with General Dr. Yakubu Gowon (GCFR), former Head of State, as the Father of the Occasion and Ambassador Professor Mary Lar as the Mother of the Occasion. Former President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo (GCFR) will serve as the Distinguished Guest of Honour.

Popular gospel music minister Solomon Lange is set to headline the musical performances, adding a spiritual and celebratory touch to the gathering.

The event will be hosted by Reverend Father Polycarp Lubu, Chairman of CAN Plateau State Chapter, with His Excellency Barrister Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, Executive Governor of Plateau State, as the Chief Host.

The festival promises to be a landmark occasion, uniting people of all denominations in worship and celebration. It underscores Plateau State’s commitment to fostering peace, unity, and spiritual growth among its people.

All are invited to this groundbreaking event as Plateau State ushers in the festive season with praise, fellowship, and a renewed spirit of togetherness.

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

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3 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.

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JOGAMA–GREEN AWARDS 2026 Opens Call for Entries

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3 weeks ago

July 15, 2026

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The Joint Gospel Arts and Music Awards (JOGAMA–GREEN AWARDS) has officially opened submissions for the 16th edition of its annual awards, inviting gospel creatives from across Northern Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to submit their works for consideration.

The submission window opens on Monday, 13 July 2026 and closes on Sunday, 9 August 2026.

Award Categories

Eligible entries are invited in the following categories:

Song of the Year
Artiste of the Year
Male Artiste of the Year
Female Artiste of the Year
Group of the Year
Dance Group of the Year
Video of the Year
Video Director of the Year
Audio Producer of the Year
Indigenous Traditional Song of the Year (songs performed purely in indigenous dialect or Hausa)
Indigenous Traditional Fusion Song of the Year (songs combining indigenous dialect, Hausa and English)
Afro Hip Hop Song of the Year (Rap)
Short Film of the Year
Collaboration of the Year
Next Rated Artiste of the Year
Album of the Year
Graphics Designer of the Year
New Artiste of the Year
Gospel Comedian of the Year
Spoken Word Artiste of the Year
Middle Belt Artiste of the Year
North West Artiste of the Year
North East Artiste of the Year

Submission Criteria

To qualify, entries must meet the following requirements:

Content must be gospel.
Content must have been released between January 2025 and June 2026.
Content must be available on at least one streaming platform.
Entries must include duplicate copies of recent photographs of the content creator.
Content artwork must accompany the submission.
The content creator must reside in Northern Nigeria or the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).