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Plateau State Gears Up for 20th Anniversary Edition of Rhythm of Praise Festival

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March 1, 2024

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In a jubilant celebration of two decades of divine grace through music, the Rhythm of Praise Festival gears up for its landmark 20th anniversary edition, scheduled for Sunday, March 24th, 2024. Originating in 2004 under the divine mandate of God, PST Jerry Ogbeba and King Benny Bello set forth to create one of the largest gospel music concerts across the Middle Belt and Northern Nigeria, which soon became the esteemed RHYTHM OF PRAISE Festival.

Speaking on behalf of the organizers, King Benny Bello recounted the first edition which was hosted by Fountain Music Bauchi and NuGroove Multimedia Jos, powered by Panam Music World through the visionary leadership of committed musicians, countless youths have found mentorship, and many individuals have embraced the saving knowledge of Christ, illuminating lives with melodies of love, peace, and hope.

King Benny said that this year’s milestone edition holds special significance, themed “PEACE IN THE STORM,” in response to recent tragedies such as the Christmas Eve killings in Bokkos and Barkin Ladi, coupled with the unrest in Mangu, underscoring the urgent need for divine intervention. Inspired by 1 Thessalonians 5:18, the festival aims to provide a platform for collective worship and supplication, seeking peace amidst turbulent times.

Headlining the event are esteemed ministers including Dr. Panam Percy Paul and Ebuka Songz, alongside Gad, Nugroove, PST Jerry Ogbeba, Jos Community Mass Choir, Jos Gospel All Stars, and other seasoned ministers, promising an unforgettable musical experience.

The festival remains inclusive and accessible to all, with no gate fees. To alleviate transportation challenges, free shuttle buses will be provided to and from the venue, stationed at major locations in Jos.

In closing, the organizers call upon individuals and organizations to support the “PEACE IN THE STORM” Musical Concert, uniting in faith and expectation for God’s remarkable intervention in the nation and this generation.

Adding weight to the call for support, Pastor Jerry Ogbeba emphasized the festival’s humble beginnings and appealed for increased partnership and support to ensure its continued success.

Comrade Humphrey Color, Governor of the Plateau State Chapter of the Performing Musician Association Of Nigeria (PMAN), lent his insights and support, highlighting the unifying power of music and the potential of events like Rhythm of Praise to foster community and promote peaceful coexistence in Plateau State.

Representing the Fellowship of Gospel Music Ministers of Nigeria, Minstrel Jid, Chairman of the Plateau state Chapter, echoed the commitment to promoting excellence in gospel music, stressing the importance of events like Rhythm of Praise in uplifting the standard of gospel music production.

The event reached its pinnacle with the unveiling of the festival’s posters by Revrend Mrs. Tina Panam, symbolizing a beacon of hope and unity amidst challenging times.

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NDC: No 2027 without Peter Obi on ballot — Obioha

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June 27, 2026

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The Leader of Njiko Igbo Forum, Rev. Dr. Okechukwu Christopher Obioha, has warned that Nigeria may not successfully conduct the 2027 general election if Peter Obi is prevented from appearing on the presidential ballot.

The remark followed Friday’s Federal High Court ruling directing the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to deregister the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, as a political party.

DAILY POST reported that Justice Isah Dashen, who delivered the ruling in Lokoja, held that the court’s earlier judgment affected the rights of the Peace Movement Party, PMP, which claimed ownership of the logo adopted by the NDC.

The judge ruled that the PMP was not joined as a party in the original suit despite its claim over the disputed logo.

Speaking with DAILY POST, Obioha alleged that public confidence in the judiciary had declined due to what he described as inconsistent decisions and accused the current administration of weakening the institution.

He said: “The citizens of this country, the genuine citizens of this country, who are looking up to a democracy that will have aimed to be sustained and maintained are not looking at the courts at all.

“Now we have no regard for the judiciary in Nigeria. The judiciary in Nigeria is full of inconsistencies, adding to the leadership of this country, the APC government of this country, that influenced what they have done since they came into power, particularly since Tinubu came into power.

“He has weakened the judiciary, has messed them up.

“As far as political arrangements are concerned, or pronouncement by the courts, we don’t trust them any longer, because they are one of the arms of government that are weak, that should be strengthened.

“If Peter Obi is frustrated and is not on the ballot, there will be no election in 2027. That’s not a threat. It is going to work out that way. I’m trying to… If you like, you can call it prophecy. I’m a reverend. Call it anything, but I’m just warning Nigerians.

“If Peter Obi, with all the struggles and on the level he’s now, is frustrated not to be on the ballot, there will be no election in 2027.

“And on 29th May next year, Tinubu will not be the president because we are tired of the system. We are tired.

“We are strangulated, and the rest will be story about this country called Nigeria.”

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Electricity: TCN announces blackout in Kano, four other Nigerian states

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June 27, 2026

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The Transmission Commission of Nigeria has announced electricity disruption in parts of Kano, Katsina, Jigawa, Bauchi, and Yobe States, as well as Gazaoua in the Niger Republic.

The spokesperson of TCN, Ndidi Mbah, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday.

The outage is due to planned maintenance at Kumbotos’ 330 kilovolt transmission substation on Sunday.

Consequently, electricity customers served by Kano Electricity Distribution Company, Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company, and Yola Electricity Distribution Company will experience power disruption.

“The scheduled maintenance is to enable the TCN contractor to continue the ongoing upgrade of 330kV bus II jumpers and replace the existing 350mm² conductors with 800mm² conductors in order to strengthen the transmission network and improve power reliability.

“As a result, Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) and some part of Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JEDC) and Yola Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC) will be unable to off-take power for distribution to their customers in Kano, Katsina, and Jigawa States, as well as Azare in Bauchi State, Nguru in Yobe State, and also Gazaoua in the Niger Republic,” TCN stated.