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Rave TV Clocks 1, Set to Open Trend 100.9 FM Asaba
RAVE Television Channel, Nigeria’s dynamic, thriving, youths and public oriented interactive multi-broadcast channel at its first anniversary has announced plans to launch a sister Radio Station, TREND 100.9 FM in Asaba, Delta State in September.
Rave Television with the slogan #soexciting, is a brainchild of Inside Out Media Limited, the producers of “Inside-out with Agatha” and was launched on August 8, 2014 by Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, immediate past-governor of Delta State, among other dignitaries.
The Channel runs on ACTV, CTL, MYTV Africa Channel 4 and Multi-View Platform covering West Africa on the KU-BAND, the rest of Africa and Europe through C-BAND.
Speaking at a press conference, as part of programmes lined up for the anniversary, Agatha Amata, chief executive officer, Inside Out Media Limited, said, “As a team we are grateful to God; one year after we have done some fantastic things, even beyond our expectations.
She said that the TV station was inspired to contribute towards building a better Nigeria where the masses have a platform to voice their views about governance, the environment, and every day issues.
According to Amata, RAVE TV is not resting on its oars until it achieves the dream of broadcasting, strictly, locally sourced programmes.
She said that restoration of morality in the society can be address through proper and quality contents that take cognizance of youths and teens upbringing serious and laying emphasis on securing their future.
“I must also commend my team; I virtually don’t work here (RAVE TV Studio), because I like to stay aside and observe the young, talented and innovative people here bring out their bests. And it is paying off”.
“We are focused on addressing several issues that bug the society and local contents are very important in restoring morality among our teeming youths. We have been focusing on entertaining, informing and educating the young and the young at heart through rich content that have gone beyond the African borders. It is important to note disabuse peoples’ mind from focusing on just sports and music as ultimate means of reaching out to the youths. Give them the platform to interact with you unless you can never have their attention; we have been focusing on that,” she said.
On his part, Victor Idiong, channel manager, RAVE TV, said that the Station has taken its reach beyond the shores of Africa since the launch of mobile apps.
He said that in the last six months, RaveTv app on Android has been downloaded by over 50,000 viewers. “Aside the Google Play Store, Rave TV is also available on ios, Windows and Blackberry platforms,” he said.
He said, in spite few hitches at the commencement of operations last year, Rave TV interactive programmes have become reference points for talk shows on Nigerian television and an influential platform for many Nigerian youths and elders to express themselves.
While announcing programmes lined up for the celebration, Tosin Joseph, general manager, Rave TV, said, “When a baby is born, there is joy. When the baby turns 1, there is jubilation. We are excited to announce that Rave TV is 1.
“For the past one year, it has been exciting and interacting with our viewers and social media friends. This is why we have tagged the theme of our First Year Anniversary 50 SHADES OF RAVE!!!
A series of activities has been organised to commemorate the event. Over the spread of 50 days there will be a lot of buzz online, social media competition and lots more.
Detail of the activities for the anniversary include, Novelty Matches (Basketball and Football) tagged RAVE IS FIT – August 13th & 14th; Rave TV vs Top Radio for Basket Ball – August 13th at Yaba Roll Park; Rave TV vs Nollywood for Football – August 14th at Teslim Balogun Stadium and a health walk themed: RAVE IS WELLNESS – September 24th
The team will also be walking with celebrities from Ilupeju to Maryland – Waje, Kunle Afod, McIce, Mandy, Emeka Smith, Lami Phillips, Praise Foowe and others.
There will be mentoring series tagged RAVE IS YOUTHFUL – September 26th.
“The series is targeted @ 100 young people who will register free on our social media platform. Guests @ the series will be notable personalities,” she said.
The grand finale/Gala Nite is tagged RAVE IS EXCITING
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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