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Oyo State Infrastructure Partners Warn Against Illegal Estate Developers

A group of investors managing the Oyo State Government Reserve Areas (GRAs) under the aegis of the Oyo State Infrastructure Development Partners has raised concerns over the activities of unregistered estate developers allegedly exploiting the infrastructural advancements initiated by Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration. Speaking on behalf of the group at a press conference in Ibadan, Engineer Raji Kehinde of Aaraji Construction Ltd., Tunde Balogun of Kebar Homes, Engineer Abdul-jelyl Adekunle Karheem of Afia Homes and Properties, and Engineer Edun Olajide of LFs Racoon Ltd., criticized the actions of unregistered developers, describing them as detrimental to the state's housing sector. “We are deeply concerned as stakeholders because these unscrupulous individuals are deceiving and defrauding unsuspecting members of the public. We have evidence of their collaboration with some greedy actors to exploit innocent buyers,” said Engineer Kehinde. “This must stop. The government need

"My Father Died Because We Couldn't Afford #100 Inhaler" - Popular Prophet, Baba Authority Speaks

Prophet Samuel Adebayo Ojo needs little or no introduction in the Christian circle in Ibadan and beyond. Baba Authority, as the charismatic man of God is popularly known, is the General Overseer of the Freedom Apostolic Revival Ministry (FARIM) and founder of the famous prayer mountain, Glory Mountain in Ibadan, Oyo State. Prophet Ojo is not only popular for his prophetic programs across different media platforms but also for his philanthropic activities. He has a massive followership across social media platforms. Thousands of people always join his live programs online-Hour of Mercy, Early Morning Prophecy, Night of Glory, Hour of Testimony, to name but a few of his many programs that are massively subscribed to on a daily basis. While Prophet Samuel Ojo is arguably one of the prominent and strong revivalists around. What many people may not know, however, is the ultimate price he paid in building his ministry from the scratch. Not many people also know that Prophet Ojo was once an

Pharmacist Turned Culture Promoter, Osunbumi Ifasemilore Speaks On New Multi-Million Naira Cultural Grove In Ibadan

Chief (Mrs.) Osunbumi Ifasemilore is a cultural enthusiast who has toured the world promoting Yoruba culture and tradition. She is not just Yeye Alaragbo Oodua for the sake of it. She is living up to expectations as one of the major promoters of Yoruba culture. Yeye Abiye Osunbumi Ifasemilore is the Founder, Alaragbo Cultural International Festival and Omilere Alaragbo Global Foundation. The two platforms she has used maximally in promoting Yoruba culture across the world, not only as a royal princess but also as the custodian of Alaragbo, the head of all known spiritual 'Egbes' (societies). Interestingly, Yeye Alaragbo, as Ifasemilore is popularly called, has taken a step ahead of mere promoting culture by establishing a multi-million naira cultural grove in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State. The grove will be officially opened on Friday, 15th November, 2024, as part of activities highlighted for this year's edition of Alaragbo Cultural International Festival. The Festival,

Chronicle Media To Honor Distinguished Personalities With Excellence In Agro-business Award

The Chronicle Media, a top-ranked media organization in Southwest Nigeria, is recognizing some prominent Nigerians as a way to applaud them for their significant impact and roles played in shaping the agricultural industry and boosting agricultural productivity over the years. The celebration is holding at the upcoming Excellence in Agri-Business Lecture and Award ceremony, which is themed _“Roots of Progress: Recognizing Excellence in Agribusiness and Rural Development.”_ The event is slated for November 20, 2024, at Olusegun Aganga Hall, International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan, Oyo State. The Excellence in Agro-Business Lecture and Award event will feature a keynote address by Professor Olorunfemi Oladapo Ogundele, an eminent figure from the Agriculture and Food Policy Department at the Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER) Ibadan. Professor Ogundele will discuss the event’s theme and share insights on the role of agribusiness in promoting rural de

Lagbaja: When Generals, the Olúóde, die | By Festus Adedayo

The Yoruba believe in the law of causation, a principle of philosophy which says that, every change in nature is produced by some cause. To buttress this, they posit authoritatively that a tree will never fall in the forest and kill peasants at home. Following this causative trail, they also say that rafters will never sink and kill a passerby (Igi kìí dá l'óko kó pa ará ilé; àjà kìí jìn k’ó pa èrò ònà). Sakara music lord, Yusuff Olatunji, appropriated an ancient Yoruba words of incantation while paying obeisance to the powers and principalities of this world, otherwise called coven initiates, the “àwòròsàsà”. By doing this, he also explored this principle of causation. The rafters can never collapse at the tender feet of a climbing cat – “Àjà kìí jìn m’ólógbò l’ésè, ó d’owó èyin àwòròsàsà,” he sang. How true for all seasons are these aphorisms? For the recently deceased General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, the trees in the forest of a soldier fell while he was fighting wars in reptile

Dollar Construction Boss, Idowu Lamidi Bags Prestigious NUJ Award

Not many people can boast of building more than just structures, they build legacies. For Idowu Lamidi, the charismatic CEO of Dollar Construction Limited, every brick laid tells a story of vision, resilience, and impact. This remarkable journey has earned him the prestigious Excellence Award from the Oyo State chapter of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), a recognition reserved for those who reshape society with their innovation and leadership. Lamidi, fondly called “Dollar” in business circles, has not only carved a niche in Nigeria’s construction industry but also emerged as a beacon of hope through his philanthropic endeavors. Under his leadership, Dollar Construction has executed transformative projects across Oyo State and beyond, from roads and bridges to public buildings that drive development. The NUJ described Lamidi’s selection as a testament to his extraordinary contributions to nation-building and unwavering support for media freedom. According to the union, the awar

SWEGOP Congratulates Dr. Abisoye Fagade on Appointment as DG of NIHOTOUR

The South West Guild of Online Publishers (SWEGOP) has extended its warm congratulations to Dr. Abisoye Fagade on his recent appointment as the Director General of the Nigerian Institute of Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR). Dr. Fagade, a seasoned professional in marketing communications, is renowned as the Chairman of Sodium Group and a philanthropist deeply committed to community development. His experiences and expertises have earned him respect across various industries, particularly within marketing and communications. In a congratulatory message signed by the Guild's Chairman, Mr Olayinka Agboola, SWEGOP described the Aare Asojuoba of Ara Kingdom as a charismatic and insightful leader whose appointment is expected to drive positive change within Nigeria’s tourism and hospitality sectors. "We are confident in your capacity to inspire transformation and growth within the tourism sector,” the group expressed. “Your wealth of experience and dedication to service are asset

Prophet Sam Ojo, Others Join Ewa Jesu At New Generation C&S International's 2024 Ark of Covenant Celebration

It was spirit-filled atmosphere and a fulfilling moment for guests and members of the New Generation C&S International (Mountain of Authority), Ile Youth Ogijo, Ikorodu, Lagos State as it hosted its 2024 Annual Ark of Covenant Celebration on Monday, 11, 2024. The event, held inside the church auditorium, kicked off at 9am prompt and was anchored by the General Overseer, New Generation C&S International, Rev. Mother Esther Oluwabamidele Adeojo, popularly known as Ewa Jesu, alongside Prophet Samuel Adebayo Ojo, aka Baba Authority, and other ministers of God including Prophet Ayo Omo Mose. In his short but powerful exhortation, Baba Authority, as Prophet Ojo is popularly known, charged Christians to be more committed, dedicated to God's purpose and the danger of comfort zone. Speaking on why many prayers are not answered, Prophet Ojo said failure to do the right thing has been a major obstacle for many people. The man of God highlighted 3 key principles to follow in other to e