Broadcasting
Biola Alabi Media Launches New TV Series At Private Screening
Biola Alabi Media (BAM) held a launch event of its newly produced TV series, ‘Bukas & Joints’, hosted by award winning media personality, Olisa Adibua at a private screening in Lagos.
Speaking at the event, Biola Alabi, managing director, BAM Productions during her welcome address said “this is an exciting time for us at BAM and we are not only thrilled about our show but are equally excited to announce our esteemed sponsors, who believed in our vision of this show and went on this amazing journey with us in bringing it to life” adding “as we forge ahead with our content development for Africa, we believe these partnerships with all of our valued sponsors, is representative of where we are headed as a television entertainment brand”.
The show, will premiere on Sunday 20th March on AIT at 7pm – is proudly sponsored by; Heritage Bank, Coca Cola, UAC’s Grand Pure Soya Oil and global leading electronics company, Samsung.
The show, which follows Olisa on a journey of remarkable food adventure across fifty eateries in the cosmopolitan city of Lagos, will explore the history of these places, and their amazing cuisines.
This much anticipated TV series will air on DAAR Communications’ Africa Independent Television (AIT), the foremost independent broadcast organization in the federal republic of Nigeria, with a wide reach to a global audience.
“AIT’s support for this show is as a result of the unique nature of the show, which captures the African food culture, promoting and projecting Africa from an African perspective and offering the world a new insight into the African Experience”.
Speaking on its support for the show, Mrs. Olusola Longe-Okenimkpe, divisional head, Corporate Communications, Heritage Bank, said, “We are more than happy to be a part of this exciting yet authentic TV show out of Nigeria, as it captures the very colourful heritage of the Nigerian people through food and creating publicity for small businesses”.
The Brand Manager, UAC’s Grand Pure Soya Oil, Tope Banjo stated, “As one of the makers of cooking oil in Nigeria, we are aware that our product plays a major role in many cooking experiences, and while it is an essential component of meals, cooking oil also adds flavor and a unique taste to many of our rich Nigerian dishes. Grand Pure Soya Oil in addition, pushes for the consumption of healthy cooking oil and we believe this show is a good opportunity for us to reiterate our message about healthy cooking.”
The Nigerian Spokesperson for the world’s largest beverage company, Coca-Cola, Marketing Director, Patricia Jemibewon, had this to say about its sponsorship, “Bukas and Joints fit perfectly with our brand’s identity and message, as the show captures the essence and culture of food, which is a core of our brand. Our product as it is well-know, provides refreshment and goes hand in hand with food, so who better to be a part of this wonderfully crafted show than the largest beverage company, Coca-Cola”.
Mr. Koye Sowemimo, Head of Corporate Marketing at Samsung Electronics West Africa, a global leading electronics company, makers of TVs, mobile devices, home appliances and digital solutions said “Samsung is proud of its affiliation with this new TV show as it captures the varying culture of Nigerians with one semblance of similarity, food”.
The show promises not only to whet our appetites and awaken our taste buds as we are teased with several mouth-watering delicacies, but also give us insight into the history of the places and the food they serve.
Bukas and Joints will air every Sunday night at 7pm on AIT and available on; channel 128 on StarTimes and on DSTV channel 253.
Mr. Tim Akano, New Horizons Chief Executive Officer, took centre stage at the Nigerian Information Technology Reporters’ Association (NITRA) annual end-of-year meeting on Thursday, December 18, 2025, recounting the company’s remarkable growth and reaffirming free IT training for journalists.
Tim Akano, New Horizons Chief Executive Officer, in a group photograph with NITRA Members
Speaking directly to IT media members at the company’s training facility in Lagos, Akano acknowledged the critical role journalists played in supporting New Horizons during its formative years two decades ago.
He detailed how the firm evolved from a handful of staff to one of Africa’s leading ICT skills training organisations, now employing about 500 staff across multiple training centres nationwide.
Akano Spotlights Youth Training, University Partnerships
Akano highlighted that New Horizons has trained over 500,000 youths, particularly tertiary institution students, equipping them with practical IT skills essential for Nigeria’s digital economy.
He announced recent partnerships with universities, including a new agreement with Afe Babalola University, to scale hands-on training programmes for students.
“This growth would not have been possible without the media’s support in documenting our journey,” Akano stated, pledging continued free IT skills training for media members to remain competitive in the evolving digital landscape.
Reciprocal Support Defines Long-Standing Partnership
The venue hosting the NITRA meeting underscored Akano’s generosity; NITRA Secretary Chidiebere Nwankwo secured the free facility after contacting him—a gesture consistent with New Horizons hosting multiple association events and training IT journalists since its inception 20 years ago.
Participants shared personal testimonies of Akano’s support, including veteran journalist Aaron Ukodie, whose daughter—an Accounting graduate from the University of Johannesburg—received NYSC placement and IT scholarship at New Horizons.
The Guardian’s Yemi Adeyemi recounted Akano accommodating his editor’s child for mandatory IT training after other firms declined.
Members praised Akano’s commitment to human capital development as evidence of deep appreciation for the media community that chronicled New Horizons’ success over two decades.
National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has launched the NIMC Pre-Enrolment Portal to revolutionise the National Identification Number (NIN) enrolment process, enabling applicants within Nigeria and in the Diaspora to capture biodata online prior to biometric verification at enrolment centres.
NIMC
Accessible via penrol.nimc.gov.ng, the platform allows users to fill enrolment forms, schedule appointments, upload supporting documents securely, and manage personal details directly, thereby slashing congestion, minimising wait times, boosting data accuracy and enhancing overall service efficiency at centres nationwide.
NIMC Director-General and CEO, Engr. (Dr) Abisoye Coker-Odusote, spearheaded the initiative as part of the Commission’s technology-driven strategy to fortify institutional performance, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda that emphasises digital transformation, efficient public service delivery and inclusive national development.
Dr Kayode Adegoke, Head of Corporate Communications, highlighted key benefits including simplified biodata handling, confidential data protection through robust security measures, reduced physical centre visits and heightened operational effectiveness, urging all prospective enrollees to adopt the portal for a faster, citizen-friendly experience.[conversation_history]
The move underscores NIMC’s mandate under the NIMC Act No. 23 of 2007 to manage the National Identity Database, issue NINs and foster a reliable digital identity ecosystem vital for national planning, with users advised to complete pre-enrolment online before heading to selected centres for biometrics.
MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF), a Pan-African film and television training institution, has announced the opening of applications for its 2026 intake.
MultiChoice
The fully funded programme is open to African graduates aspiring to become directors, filmmakers, scriptwriters, producers and storytellers.
According to MultiChoice, the nine-month accredited curriculum combines online learning with intensive in-person training, and is designed to balance theoretical knowledge with practical immersion.
MTF academies are located in Kenya, Nigeria and Zambia, and serve aspiring filmmakers from 14 African countries. Since its inception in 2018, the initiative has trained 296 filmmakers, with graduates producing more than 42 movies aired on DStv, GOtv and Showmax platforms.
Organisers said alumni of the programme have gone on to establish over 50 production companies, while many continue to work within the MultiChoice ecosystem.
Graduates have also won accolades at the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, Kalasha Awards, Uganda Film Festival and Women in Film Awards.
Applications for the 2026 intake close on Feb. 27, 2026. Interested candidates can visit https://apo-opa.co/3XW53oE for programme requirements.
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