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Qing Madi surprises TikTok star Dolapo with gifts and cash
via Punch Nigeria2 min read
Nigerian singer Chimamanda Chukwuma, known as Qing Madi, surprised young TikTok sensation Dolapo Ezieke with gifts and cash. This surprise follows Dolapo's viral performance in the "Come Slide" challenge, which garnered widespread attention and a reaction from Qing Madi. The singer shared a video on her Instagram Story showing her presenting Dolapo with a Frozen-themed backpack, toys, and a red gift box. During the interaction, Qing Madi revealed a box containing multiple stacks of Nigerian naira notes in ₦500 denominations. Dolapo gained prominence through classroom videos posted by her teacher, Imikan Inyang, known as Backhat Dude, featuring primary school pupils participating in dance challenges and trending videos. Dolapo's performance in Qing Madi's "Come Slide" challenge was a standout, leading the singer to jokingly comment about getting her song back. Dolapo has since become a prominent figure of the classroom group, attracting a growing fan base for her confidence and expressive personality, with her personal TikTok account, managed by her mother, nearing 50,000 followers.
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Abia State University, Uturu, has begun screening first-class graduates for automatic employment, a directive announced by Governor Alex Otti during the university's 30th–32nd convocation ceremonies on March 27, 2026. The screening, which started on Wednesday, is for eligible graduates who have completed the National Youth Service Corps NYSC program, in preparation for issuing employment letters. Vice-Chancellor Professor Ndukwe Okeudo, represented by Deputy Vice-Chancellor Administration Professor Roseline Ndimele, expressed pride in the graduates' academic achievements and the university's commitment to supporting excellence. The Registrar, Dr. Acho Elendu, stated that the meeting complied with the governor's directive and urged candidates to follow guidelines. Governor Otti had announced that all first-class graduates from the three convocation sets would be retained as Graduate Assistants upon completing their NYSC program. This privilege also extends to best graduating students with a cumulative average of 4.25 and above. Additionally, first-class graduates from these sets will receive postgraduate scholarships to any public Nigerian university up to doctorate level, contingent on accepting the teaching appointment. Approximately 38 first-class graduates from various departments participated in the screening and are expected to receive employment letters soon.
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