Renowned Gospel artiste and Pastor, Nathaniel Bassey and his beautiful wife Sarah are on the cover of the July edition of Media Room Hub magazine.
Last month the musician championed The #HallelujahChallenge which caught the attention of a great multitude of eager worshippers and also got a feature on CNN.
The 30-day one hour midnight praise sesssion peaked at over 70,000 viewers on Instagram alone.
In the very inspiring interview accompanying the shoot, the Olowogbogboro singer talks about his revelation for the Hallelujah challenge, the criticism from Daddy Freeze, his passion for God’s work and and how he met his beautiful wife.
When asked what five things he would take for a luxury weekend, Nathaniel said
First I would take my bible, then my trumpet, my family, my ipad and maybe my phone.
Sarah Bassey speaking to the magazine, disclosed that being married to her husband has led her closer to God. She also talks about working with Nathaniel
Oluwami Dosunmu-Ogunbi, a Nigerian woman, has become the first black woman to earn a PhD in Robotics from the University of Michigan, United States.
Speaking at the university’s commencement ceremony, Dosunmu-Ogunbi shared that she began her programme without a clear direction for her goals. Nonetheless, she is committed to utilising her expertise in engineering to create a beneficial influence on the world.
She said,
“A Michigan Engineer is one who does not just provide scientific and technological leadership. But is also one who is intellectually curious, socially conscious, creates collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promotes an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good. We each have a solemn duty to make positive contributions to the world. Well, my reasons for becoming an engineer were initially frivolous, but they eventually moved into something more meaningful. I want to have a positive impact on the world.”
Dosunmu-Ogunbi, the daughter of Nigerian immigrants, received recognition for her achievements even before earning her PhD. She was honoured with an MVP award from the University of Illinois’ Pi Tau Sigma chapter. Engaged in community-building within the robotics field, Dosunmu-Ogunbi received the MLK Spirit Award from the College of Engineering for her mentoring efforts and inspirational contributions.
Additionally, she served as an outreach ambassador for robotics for three consecutive years, from 2021 to 2023. Her academic excellence led to her induction into the prestigious Bouchet Society, which celebrates exceptional scholarly accomplishments and advocates for diversity in graduate education and academia.
Currently, Dosunmu-Ogunbi is actively pursuing faculty positions through interviews.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, will be in Nigeria today! They will arrive for a private visit that will last for 3 days.
General Christopher Musa, the Nigerian Chief of Defence Staff, invited them to visit. Prince Harry founded the Invictus Games, which are for wounded service members. During their visit, Harry and Meghan will meet with soldiers who were injured while serving in the Nigerian military. They will also spend time with the families of these soldiers.
Air Vice Marshal Abidemi Marquis, who works in the sports department of Nigeria’s military headquarters, announced on Thursday that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will spend three days in Nigeria. During their visit, they’ll be meeting with soldiers who were wounded in service and their families.
Marquis said the visit, scheduled from May 10–13, 2024, will help the wounded soldiers recover.
Abidemi Marquis said,
“We realized that 80% of our soldiers have been involved in this recovery programme, they are getting better. Their outlook on life is positive.”
He added that the visit will aid their recovery “to improve their personal self-esteem to improve their mental health. Their emotional intelligence has been improved and also their families seeing them, as they used to be breadwinners who are capable of continue living. So this engagement with Invictus is giving us the opportunity for the recovery for our soldiers.”
Air Vice Marshal Marquis also mentioned a few other things…
Prince Harry started the Invictus Games for wounded service members, and this visit shows that Nigeria supports the idea. He also said it’s important for Nigeria’s goal of hosting an Invictus Games someday.
Marquis even emphasised the need for Nigeria to build a state-of-the-art structure to care for wounded or injured soldiers, “particularly the post-traumatic syndrome and the post-traumatic stress syndrome that are manifesting due to our engagement in the counter-insurgency operation.”
Air Vice Marshal Marquis also said Prince Harry and Meghan Markle won’t stay in one place during their visit. They’ll be travelling to Kaduna and Lagos States, where they’ll get to meet the governors of those states too.
“So, to be specific, now they will be arriving here tomorrow (Friday) and they will be received, and the reception will be quiet because they will be travelling 14 hours to get to this place. They will be taken to the hotel.”
After taking a break at the hotel, the couple will go back and see the Chief of Defence Staff by Friday noon. Prince Harry and his wife will stop by their Wuse Light Academy before meeting Nigeria’s security chief. After that, they’ll head to Kaduna State to visit the Nigerian Army Reference Hospital, where injured soldiers are treated.
“On Saturday, we’ll be having like an exhibition of novelty match. The CDS team and the Duke team will be having a volleyball match at armed forces officers’ mess in the morning. And this is just to engage with the wounded and injured soldiers. It’s a sitting volleyball match coming in the morning.
“So after that, we have a programme for them by 01:00 pm. A reception, where they will be interacting with families of wounded and injured soldiers and families of soldiers and officers killed in action and service members generally,” the Director stated.
AVM Marquis announced that on Sunday, the couple will first visit Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State to pay their respects. Then, they’ll head to a basketball court in Lagos, where their NGO supports a school. There, a basketball exhibition match will take place.
Additionally, a reception is planned for the couple on Sunday before they return to Abuja to prepare for leaving the country on Monday.
In Nigeria, coconut candy isn’t just a sweet treat; it’s a cultural touchstone that bridges generations. For grandparents and grandchildren alike, the taste of coconut candy can spark a wave of nostalgia. It’s a flavour that cuts across age, instantly taking many Nigerians back to happy childhood experiences.
Perhaps it was a reward after finishing chores, a special treat shared with friends, or a simple pleasure enjoyed at a local market. The memories come flooding back with every delicious bite.
The beauty of this candy lies in its surprising textures. One bite might be a soft and chewy delight, bursting with sweetness, depending on how it’s made. Another bite could offer a fun contrast, with a delightful crunch that keeps it delicious. It’s a textural adventure in every piece.
One thing unites all these delicious variations: the taste of coconut. This flavour is the heart and soul of the candy—the constant that makes it such a beloved Nigerian classic. Whether you get a chewy or crunchy bite, that coconut is what keeps you coming back for more.
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