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  • Communications Manager (Volunteer) at Inspire Her Afrika April, 2025



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    Inspire Her Afrika is a dynamic womens mentorship program dedicated to empowering young women through education, support, and guidance. We focus on providing resources and opportunities for personal and professional growth, fostering a community where African women can thrive. We aspire to be the foremost mentorship group for African women and to set the …



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    Communications Manager (Volunteer)




    Description

    • At Inspire Her Afrika, we are on a mission to raise the next generation of female African leaders by equipping young women with the tools, guidance, and networks they need to thrive. 

    • We run a dynamic mentorship program, career readiness workshops, leadership bootcamps, storytelling series, and community outreach events—all designed to uplift and inspire African women to live boldly and lead meaningfully.

    Why We Need You

    • Our work is powerful—but we need a strong communications leader to help us tell our story consistently, grow our online presence, and strengthen engagement with our community and partners. 

    • If you’re passionate about strategic storytelling, digital communications, and African women’s empowerment, this is your chance to make a real impact.

    Role Overview

    • As our Communications Manager, you will lead and shape Inspire Her Afrika’s communication strategy across platforms – crafting compelling narratives, building brand visibility, and managing a small team of volunteers.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Develop and implement a quarterly communications strategy and content calendar

    • Manage and support a small team of comms volunteers or interns

    • Oversee blog posts, and thought leadership content

    • Review and improve our brand language and visual identity (in collaboration with design volunteers)

    • Track performance metrics and recommend improvements

    • Manage all IHA platforms – Instagram, LinkedIn, WhatsApp Channel, Substack, and YouTube

    • Supervise our Virtual Mastery Sessions communications (promotion, flyers, post-event recaps)

    • Grow our YouTube channel by turning recorded sessions into edited video content

    Requirements

    You’d be a great fit if you:

    • Have a Bachelor’s Degree

    • Have 3+ years of experience in communications, PR, marketing, or digital media (nonprofit or social impact sector a plus)

    • Have strong writing and editing skills, with a knack for creating engaging content

    • Understand how to build online communities and connect with African youth audiences

    • Are comfortable using tools like Canva or Meta Business Suite

    • Are organized, proactive, and able to lead with little supervision

    • Care deeply about women’s empowerment and mentorship.

    What You’ll Gain

    • A meaningful leadership opportunity in a fast-growing pan-African nonprofit

    • Exposure to regional and global networks

    • A chance to shape how a movement is communicated and experienced

    • A community of passionate, purpose-driven young leaders

    • A reference letter and LinkedIn endorsement upon successful service



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  • Man arrested for selling adulterated cooking oil in Abuja

    Vigilantes operating in the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have arrested a man accused of adulterating cooking oil and selling it to the public.

     

    The commander of the VGN in the area, John Samuel, said the suspect, identified as Peter Amos, was arrested on Friday night at the Tipper garage area in Kabusa district, where he resides and also used to carry out the nefarious act. 

     

    In a confessional statement in a video obtained by Daily Trust on Sunday, April 20, the suspect was seen narrating how he packaged the fake cooking oil in the five-litre gallons that had been filled with water, to which he added a little quantity of cooking oil.

     

    “I sell one gallon at the rate of N10,000 or less than that amount in some instances,” the suspect said. 

     

    He also claimed that he used to learn mechanic work in the past before he quit the business, and resorted to the fraudulent venture.

     

    He promised to produce the other person who worked with him in the fraudulent act.

     

    The vigilante commander said the arrest of the suspect came after complaints by some residents, who accused him of cheating them through a fraudulent act.

     

    The commander said he had since been handed over to the police in the area for further investigation.

     

    The police in the area confirmed the arrest but declined further comment.

     

     

    Source: Linda Ikeji

  • Northern CAN Mourns Pope Francis, Calls For National Rebirth

    The Christian Association of Nigeria in the 19 Northern states and Abuja has mourned the passing of Pope Francis, describing him as a spiritual father and global voice of conscience.

    In a press statement signed by Rev. Dr Yakubu Pam, Chairman of Northern CAN, on Monday, the organisation called on Nigerians to reflect on the country’s moral direction and the need for national rebirth.

    “Pope Francis lived out this calling through his relentless pursuit of compassion for the poor, dialogue among nations, and reconciliation among peoples.

    “His passing during this season invites us as a nation to pause and reflect on our moral direction and the need for national rebirth,” Pam said.

    The statement noted that the timing of Pope Francis’ passing during the Easter season is profoundly symbolic, calling for renewal and a new dawn for Nigeria.

    “Easter is a season of renewal—a call to rise above pain and darkness into a new dawn,” he said.

    CAN also condemned the ongoing insecurity, violence, and terrorism in several states, including Plateau, Benue, and Borno.

    “The bloodshed, displacement, and destruction of communities are not just tragic—they are unacceptable,” Pam said. “We must not allow these challenges to become a new normal.”

    The Christian organisation called on the federal government, state governors, security agencies, traditional rulers, and religious leaders to renew their commitment to protecting lives and restoring peace across Nigeria.

    “The urgency of the situation demands unified action, genuine political will, and a return to justice and accountability at all levels of leadership,” Pam said.

    CAN emphasised the need for unity among Christians, Muslims, and people of all faiths and backgrounds to heal the nation and restore the dignity of every Nigerian citizen.

    “Let the memory and legacy of Pope Francis inspire us to reject indifference and apathy. Let us rise together—Christians, Muslims, and people of all faiths and backgrounds—to heal our land and restore the dignity of every Nigerian citizen,” Pam said.

    The statement concluded by praying for the Catholic Church, the global Christian family, and Nigeria, and calling for a new determination to build a just, secure, and united Nigeria.

    “May the passing of this great servant of God awaken in us a new determination to build a just, secure, and united Nigeria,” Pam said.

    THE WHISTLER reports that only recently, a crisis engulfed the association over tenure elongation.

    At the centre of the crisis is the tenure of Rev. Yakubu Pam, whose term as chairman allegedly expired over two years ago.

    The crisis took a turn for the worse when Rev. Hayab’s group conducted an election, appointing him as the new chairman, while Rev. Pam’s faction has denounced the move, describing it as a “religious coup” and “fraudulent”.

    Northern CAN Mourns Pope Francis, Calls For National Rebirth is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

    Source: The Whistler

  • Ophthalmologist – Medical Officer at Skipper Eye-Q Hospital April, 2025

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  • Hit-and-run driver crushes one-year old boy to d3ath in Ekiti

    A hit-and-run driver has k!lled a one-year-old boy, Desmond Adewole in Ekiti State. 

     

     

    The boy was crushed to d3ath by the driver said to be a worshiper who came to St Paul’s Anglican Church, Emure Ekiti during the Easter Sunday Service.

     

     

    One of the members of the church, who craved anonymity, said the boy was found on the ground in a position that shows that he was mistakenly run over by a vehicle but the driver has not been identified. 

     

     

    The church member said the incident happened when the baby came out of the church unknowingly to look for his mother.

     

     

    The spokesperson of the State Police Command, Sunday Abutu, who confirmed the incident said the matter would be thoroughly investigated. 

     

     

    Source: Linda Ikeji

  • Tennis: Ostapenko Stuns World Number One To Win Stuttgart Open

    Unseeded Jelena Ostapenko produced a stunning performance to defeat world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 6-1 to win the clay court title in Stuttgart on Monday.

    The Latvian capped off an impressive tournament, which saw her dump world number two Iga Swiatek out earlier in the tournament, with her first singles title of the year.

    Ostapenko brought her best game to the court by brushing aside Sabalenka to win her first title on clay since her 2017 Roland Garros Grand Slam victory.

    Surprisingly, Sabalenka struggled to cope with Ostapenko’s fierce baseline power and her serve all through the clash.

    Ostapenko won the first set, and she quickly raced to a 5-1 lead in the second set, winning 16 of 18 points to break Sabalenka twice.

    Ostapenko was delighted to win the competition, winning her first clay trophy since 2017.

    She said, “Congrats, Aryna, on a great week. I think you hate me now because you wanted this car so badly.

    “Every time I come here, I enjoy it so much, and thanks to everyone for making this week amazing for me. I am really happy today.

    ‟I felt very confident from the very first day. I had this strange but also good feeling that something special could happen here. I reckon I’ve earned it.”

    Sabalenka has now suffered four defeats in the last five finals in Stuttgart.

    She admitted that her performance was not good enough in the final.

    Sabalenka said, I didn’t play my best tennis on the important points, and in the end, Jelena was simply brutally good. I’ve lost a lot of close finals. Learn the lesson and move on – that’s my plan. I’ll try to do better next year.”

    Ostapenko will receive the prize money of $162,181 thanks to her triumph, while runner-up Sabalenka has been rewarded with a cheque of $99,878.

    The 27-year-old has won eight WTA Tour-level singles and ten doubles titles, including a singles major at the 2017 French Open and a doubles major at the 2024 US Open.

    She is the first Latvian to win a major in singles or doubles.

    Tennis: Ostapenko Stuns World Number One To Win Stuttgart Open is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

    Source: The Whistler

  • Senior Accountant at Jagz Hotel Ibadan April, 2025

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    Job Summary

    • As a Senior Accountant, you will work with the account team in posting transactions, reviewing support documents in ensuring compliance to set procedures, perform account reconciliations, whilst ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

    Responsibilities

    Accounting Setup:

    • Assist the finance controller in designing and implementing accounting systems, processes, and controls for the hotel, including:

    • Chart of accounts and general ledger setup

    • Financial reporting structures and templates

    • Accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processes

    • Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and documentation

    Financial Reporting:

    • Assist in the preparing accurate and timely financial statements, including:

    • Balance Sheet

    • Income statements

    • Cash flow statements

    • Work with the team to analyse financial performance and provide insights to management, including:

    • Variance analysis

    • Budget vs. actual analysis

    • Forecasting and trending

    Accounting Operations:

    • Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions, including:

    • Invoice processing and payment

    • Credit memo and adjustment processing

    • Payroll processing and compliance

    • Ensure accurate and timely processing of financial transactions, including:

    • Journal entries

    • Bank reconciliations

    • Account reconciliations

    External Audit:

    • Assist in external audits and ensure timely submission of financial reports, including:

    • Financial statements

    • Audit schedules and supporting documentation

    Budgeting and Forecasting:

    • Assist in preparing annual budgets and forecasts, including:

    • Revenue and expense budgets

    • Capital budgets

    • Cash flow forecasts

    • Monitor and analyze financial performance against budgets, including:

    • Variance analysis

    • Budget vs. actual analysis

    Account Reconciliation:

    • Perform account reconciliations (bank, credit card, loans) within 3 days of month end.

    • Investigate and resolve any discrepancies or issues identified during reconciliation.

    Compliance:

    • Adhere to compliance with accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS) and regulatory requirements.

    • Stay up-to-date with changes in accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

    Financial Record Maintenance:

    • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and ledgers.

    • Ensure proper documentation and filing of financial records.

    Internal Controls:

    • Ensure internal controls are in place and operating effectively.

    • Identify and implement improvements to internal controls.

    • Ensure compliance with hotel credit policies and procedures

    • Identify and report any potential credit risks or discrepancies to management

    Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

    In evaluating your performance quarterly as a Senior Accountant, below are the set KPIs:

    Accounting Setup:

    • Chart of Accounts Setup: Complete chart of accounts setup within 2 weeks (target: 1 week)

    • Accounting System Implementation: Implement accounting system within 2 weeks (target: 1 week)

    • Accounting Policies and Procedures Documentation: Complete documentation within 2 weeks (target: 1 week)

    Financial Reporting:

    • Monthly Financial Reports: Issue monthly financial reports within 5 days of period-end (target: 3 days)

    • Accuracy of Financial Reports: Achieve 99.9% accuracy in financial reports (target: 100%)

    • Timeliness of Financial Reports: Issue financial reports on time, 100% of the time (target: 100%)

    Accounts Payable and Receivable:

    • AP Processing Time: Process AP transactions within 3 days (target: 2 days)

    • AR Processing Time: Process AR transactions within 3 days (target: 2 days)

    • AP/AR Accuracy: Achieve 99.9% accuracy in AP/AR processing (target: 100%)

    General Accounting:

    • Journal Entry Accuracy: Achieve 99.9% accuracy in journal entries (target: 100%)

    • Reconciliation Rate: Reconcile 100% of accounts monthly (target: 100%)

    • Expense Tracking: Track and record expenses accurately, 100% of the time (target: 100%)

    Compliance and Internal Control:

    • Compliance with Accounting Standards: Maintain 100% compliance with accounting standards (target: 100%)

    • Internal Control Effectiveness: Achieve 100% effectiveness in internal controls (target: 100%)

    • Audit Findings Implementation: Implement audit findings recommendations within 1 weeks (target: 3 week).

    Requirements

    • Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in related fields with 5 years work experience.

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  • Singer, Spyro, shows off the amazing interior of his newly acquired mansion (video)

    Nigerian singer, Spyro, has shown off the amazing interior of his newly acquired mansion.

     

     The singer shared a video showing the masterpieces that adorned the interior of his apartment. He posted the video on his Instastories and indicated that he did the interior himself.

    ‘’Sometimes it feels like I am dreaming…Interior done by me for me. Now loud it and let the world know that my Jesus can actually take a man from abject poverty and make him super rich without demanding anything in return” he said

    Singer, Spyro, shows off the amazing interior of his newly acquired mansion (video)
    Singer, Spyro, shows off the amazing interior of his newly acquired mansion (video)
    Singer, Spyro, shows off the amazing interior of his newly acquired mansion (video)

     

     

    Source: Linda Ikeji

  • Nigeria Defeat Burkina Faso In Handball Championship

    Nigeria’s women’s handball teams won their matches on Monday at the IHF Women’s Trophy Zonal Phase championship, ongoing in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, as the under-18 women’s team fought hard to earn a 36-33 victory over Burkina Faso.

    The under-20 team brushed aside Togo with a dominant 52-8 victory.

    Nigeria’s U-18 girls overturned a three-goal halftime deficit to edge Burkina Faso 36–33 in a thrilling encounter, which saw the Burkinabé side dominate proceedings with fast breaks and well-coordinated wing play as well as forcing Nigeria to commit so many turnovers as they headed into the break with a 20–17 advantage.

    But the second half was different, as Coach John Uzor’s side started playing more like the team that defeated Togo the previous day, with vital goals to outscore Burkina Faso, and also defended like their lives depended on it.

    With precise finishes from the wings and dominant transitional play, Nigeria outscored their opponents 19–13 in the second half, sealing a hard-fought 36–33 victory that showcased resilience and tactical maturity.

    They will play Ghana in their last match of group A on Tuesday at 1 pm

    Later in the day, Nigeria’s U-20 women, in a goal-fest, ran riot over Togo with a 52–8 demolition that left spectators in awe.

    Coach Shittu Agboola’s tutored team imposed themselves from the blast of the whistle, executing fast breaks with precision and applying high-pressure defence that left Togo with little room to breathe.

    The wings operated with ruthless efficiency, while the backcourt players dictated tempo and dished out assists with flair.

    By halftime, Nigeria had already opened up a commanding 24-6 lead, and they didn’t take their foot off the gas in the second half as they swiftly defeated Togo 52-8.

    Nigeria’s under-18 women’s team will play the Benin Republic on Tuesday at 5 pm.

    Nigeria Defeat Burkina Faso In Handball Championship is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

    Source: The Whistler

  • Optometrist Intern at Skipper Eye-Q Hospital

    Skipper Eye-Q Speciality eye hospital is an international eye hospital with chain presence of 42 eye hospitals in India and Nigeria.Job Summary

    We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Optometrist Intern to join our team.
    This role provides hands-on experience in conducting eye examinations, determining prescriptions, and educating patients on eye care.
    Under the supervision of experienced optometrists, you will assist with diagnostic procedures, manage patient records, and support clinical operations.
    Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, eager to learn, and passionate about delivering exceptional patient care in a dynamic healthcare environment.

    Key Responsibilities

    Conduct comprehensive eye exams.
    Determine prescriptions for glasses or contact lenses.
    Educate patients on eye care and preventive measures.
    Operate diagnostic equipment.
    Record patient histories and test results.
    Assist in administering treatments and fitting lenses.
    Follow up with patients post-treatment.
    Collaborate with healthcare professionals.
    Manage optical supplies.
    Participate in training and professional development.

    Requirements

    Must possess a Doctor of Optometry (OD)
    Have a valid practising license
    Basic knowledge of eye anatomy and optometric procedures.
    Familiarity with optometric instruments and tools.
    Proficiency in patient record management systems.
    Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
    Detail-oriented and organized.
    Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
    Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
    Adherence to ethical and professional standards.

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