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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

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

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

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