Five months ago Jessica Osita had never used a computer, sent an email or even browsed the internet, now she is part of a team of teenagers who just won a major Silicon Valley contest

We wrote to 29 Igbo owned brands even the big ones to Sponsor or Support our Movie Project “BEYOND THE LANDING” that highlights the Igbo landing Story and celebrates the resilience of the Igbo Spirit. Not one Single of them agreed to come onboard in 7 Months. But you are here Angry a non Igbo Person decided to spend his own Money to shoot Things Fall Apart” Truth is as a people majority of our People dont invest in Social Good of Ndi Igbo. I am glad i am different. This YEAR alone i have spent over 200 Million Sponsoring Igbo related EVENTS and Artists. We supported many of your Favs Igbo artist with 5-30 Million Naira on thier Album Projects. All top Igbo related events that made 2024 Beautiful We sponsored it. From book events to music concert etc. Some of our Rich Igbo people Dont understand how to do something to benefit Thier ethnic group if it wont bring immediate Returns. I have almost given up many times but i do anything for my people. I have been running @VoiceOfTheEast for the past 10 years spending over 10 million Naira on Rent and salaries Monthly but no Single Igbo person has said my brothers Welldone, take this support. I have personally supported all Igbo own blogs with above 2 million Naira per page to support Thier running cost. When i got Jeriq, Ugoccie and Nuno as brand ambassadors for KEDU i paid them all well not even Negotiating. I sent JERIQ 1 BTC went to sleep and signed Contract 4 Months later. In fact i made it clear to them that its for us to support ourselves. I have also reached out to all Upcoming artists or skilled people in the Southeast one time or the other to encourage them. We should do better as a people even doing as little as a Repost of Igbo related contents matters. NDI IGBO WAKE UP EVERYTHING MUST NOT BE ABOUT PROFIT!

HONOREE: BUSINESS IMPACT AWARD —CHIEF GAIUS CHIBUEZE Ladies and gentlemen, distinguished guests, and the GADA Awards committee, I stand here tonight deeply honored and humbled to receive this award. It’s a moment of profound gratitude, not just for this recognition, but for the journey that has led me here. When I started my entrepreneurial journey, whether in tech, media, or cryptocurrency, I had no idea the impact these ventures would have. I’ve always believed that if you have a vision and stay true to it, even through the challenges, you can create something meaningful and lasting. But I must say, I could not have done this alone. I want to thank my incredible team at Eastside Ventures, whose dedication and passion drive our efforts to innovate and create sustainable growth in key sectors like tech, real estate, agriculture, and media. Together, we are working to empower young people, create jobs, and uplift communities in the Southeast of Nigeria and beyond. I also want to acknowledge the hard work of the @voiceoftheeast Media team, who work tirelessly to promote Igbo culture and celebrate the excellence of our people. To my amazing digital family, who have supported me every step of the way, your love and encouragement have been my foundation. This recognition is not just for me—it’s for everyone who dares to dream, who takes risks, and who believes in the power of innovation to transform lives. It’s for the young entrepreneurs who are coming up with groundbreaking ideas and pushing boundaries. Keep believing in your vision, keep working hard, and remember that your persistence will pay off. Finally, thank you to the @gada_awards committee for this incredible honor. It means the world to me to know that the work we’re doing is making an IMPACT. I am more inspired than ever to continue building, growing, and creating opportunities for the next generation. Thank you all. Gaius Chibueze (BITCOIN CHIEF) 📹 @splashmusik