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Ondo State Governor and Chairman Southwest Governors Forum, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, commiserates with the Governor of Ogun State, Mr Dapo Abiodun over the passing of his father, Dr Emmanuel Adesanya Abiodun.
Governor Akeredolu notes that no matter how old fathers are, their departure is always intensely felt. The roles of fathers in the life of their children have made their absence, particularly, with the finality of death, very difficult to deal with.
“But, I urge my brother and friend, Dapo to be strong and take heart. Baba lived a rewarding life; I understand he was fondly called “Baba Teacher”. His dedication to imparting knowledge has become one of the popular testimonies of his numerous good deeds.
“As an educationist who worked as a school teacher for many years across the old Western State, the children must be proud of Baba’s roles in building future leaders. That Dapo himself is one such children is a phenomenal signpost.
“No matter how old our parents are, our wish is that they stay very much longer for them to keep enjoying the fruits of their labour and the sacrifices they have made in the years past. But, even at that, we all pray to bury our parents at their old age.”
Governor Akeredolu urges his Ogun state counterpart and the rest of the family to take solace in the good work Baba had done before his death. He prays that God Almighty will grant him eternal rest in his bosom.
Signed:
Richard Olatunde Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State. August 2, 2021.
Akure City Football Academy , the representative of Ondo State at the Youth Sports Federation of Nigeria (YSFON) Presidential National U-17 soccer Tournament held in Ilorin ,Kwara State have won the state a ticket to Finland.
They won the Finland ticket after came second in the competition behind the host, Kwara Football Academy who won a Norway ticket as the champions of the competition.
Ondo State team guided by coach Banjo Adepoju and assisted by coach Oladimeji Abimbola will jet out of the country by October /November while Kwara will wait till February/March .
Both teams will be representing Nigeria in under – 17 football competition in Finland and Norway respectively.
The former assistant coach of Sunshine Stars sailed the state through to the final of the competition after played a goalless draw with Bauchi and a 2-2 draw with Kwara State in the group stage with Ayodele Ayomiposi and David Joseph on the score sheet for the Sunshine state.
They pipped Benue 1-0 in the quarter final with Ayodele Ayomiposi scored the lone goal while Gaius Chinedu struck to give Ondo State victory over Ekiti State in the semifinal.
Before slipped to 2-0 loss to Kwara State in the final, Ondo State were unlucky to have received a red card in the first half of the encounter.
The former head coach of Rising Stars, in an interview with pressman said the red card affected his team’s game plan but, he thank God for everything .
The Technical Director of Akure City Academy revealed that this is the first time time the state achieving this feat in 23 years.
According to him, I’m excited for taking the state to the final of the competition for the first since 1998, it has been my dream to represent my state and my country. I thank God that the dream come to reality earlier than expected, I will not only represent the state but Nigeria at the international competition.
The race is not to the swift or the battle to the strong, nor does food come to the wise or wealth to the brilliant or favor to the learned; but time and chance happen to them all. Ecclesiastes 9:11
I celebrate with you the people’s Governor Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu (SAN) and your Deputy Hon. Lucky Ayedatiwa for standing firm in securing the mandate given to you by the good people of the sunshine state (Ondo State).
Every political challenge faced during and after election gave room for proper democratic settings and for rule of law to take charge and examine every stages of the electoral processes. You have fought a good fight of faith and the tribunal race is over.
While securing your mandate, your performances still records positive measures and progress all over the state.
Am so happy to receive the news with pure heart and write to congratulate your courage and sincerity towards the whole exercise.I urge your Excellency to continue with programmes aimed at bringing developments and growths to the state in its entirety.
…Agric Minister to includes Ondo State on the Special Intervention Fund for Cocoa Development.
Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu SAN on Monday called for the inclusion of Cocoa and Chocolate drinks as part of Federal Government School feeding program because of it’s health benefits.
Akeredolu made this appeal at the official Commissioning of the National Headquarters of Cocoa Farmers Association of Nigeria ( CFAN ) in Akure, Ondo State.
The governor who was represented by the State Deputy Governor, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa stated that, “it is our candid view that chocolates should be incorporated into the national school feeding program for it’s health benefits especially enhancing brain functions in pupils” .
The governor also declared that the State would continue to empower Cocoa Farmers and other farmers to become the pride of the State that would contribute greatly towards the State’s economic growth.
His words, “a good example is our resolve to establish 2000ha model Cocoa farm at Ijugbere camp, Ilale via Owo” .
“I’m glad to disclose that we have trained 9000 Youths on Poultry, Piggery and Pork production, Snailry, Beekeeping, Sericulture, Seedlings Production and Vegetables production among others” .
Arakunrin Akeredolu further appealed to the Central Bank of Nigeria ( CBN ) to open more credit windows to facilitates access to funds by the teeming Youths towards Agribusiness.
While responding, Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Alhaji Muhammadu Sabo Nanono promised to include Ondo State on the Special Intervention Fund for Cocoa Development in the next Budget.
In attendance with the Deputy Governor are Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Alhaji Muhammadu Sabo Nanono, former Ondo State Governor, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, Secretary to Ondo State Government, Princess Oladunni Odu, Chief of staff to the Governor, Chief Olugbenga Ale, Head of Service, Pastor John Adeyemo.
Others are Director, Federal Department of Agriculture ( FDA ), Mrs Karima Babangida, SSA to Governor on Agribusiness, Pastor Akin Olotu, Deputy Chief of Staff, Prince Olusegun Omojuwa, CFAN National President, Comrade Adeola Adegoke, MD Harvestfield Industry Ltd, Mr Martin’s Awofisayo, Press Secretary to the Governor ( Office of the Deputy Governor ), Kenneth Odusola-Stevenson and others.
Kenneth Odusola-Stevenson, Press Secretary to the Governor ( Office of the Deputy Governor ).
Four persons have been reportedly killed in Kwara state by thick smoke from a generator set that was left working all night.
The sad incident occurred at Ojomu family compound, Sanmora in Irepodun local government area of Kwara State.
It was gathered that the victims reportedly came from Lagos to celebrate the Sallah festival before the tragic incident occurred and claimed their lives.
The victims while savouring the Sallah celebrations with drinks and fun reportedly left the generator set working all night and slept off.
The generator set which was placed at the veranda close to the room the victims stayed, reportedly fumed strong and thick smoke into the room all night while the victims were asleep.
Consequently, the victims suffocated and died in their sleep.
Their corpses have been deposited at the Offa General Hospital morgue.
Two other victims said to be unconscious as a result of the generator fumes that filtered into their own apartment have also been rushed to the hospital for urgent medical attention.
Recounting the gory incident, a reliable source who craved anonymity said, “We discovered their lifeless bodies this morning. The head of the house, his wife and her friend and the friend to one of his children who followed them to celebrate Sallah from Lagos.
“In the night while they were still feasting, they put on the generator and left it working at the veranda. But they all slept off.
“It was one of the aged women in the compound who wanted to go and welcome them around past 7:00 am Wednesday that discovered their bodies and raised the alarm.
“Two of them who were still alive when residents went in were unconscious. They are lying in critical condition at the hospital now and we don’t know their state yet”, the source added.
Contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer of the Kwara State Command, Ajayi Okasanmi confirmed the development.
“Yes, I just called our officers there. The incident is true. We will continue to appeal to people to put safety first in all their actions even during celebrations.
“We, however, condoled with the affected family over this unfortunate incident”, he added.
Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, has donated a multi-million naira Bar complex to the Nigeria Bar Association, Owo Branch.
The massive complex was commissioned on Wednesday by the first female Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Chief Folake Solanke, CON.
The wife of the Governor, Arabinrin Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu graced the occasion.
Legal luminaries across the country including the President of the NBA, Mr Olumide Akpata; Chief Akin Olujinmi, SAN; Joe-Kyari Gadzama, SAN; and other eminent lawyers from within and outside the state witnessed the colorful event.
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi; Olowo of Owo, Oba Ajibade Ogunoye; and other royal fathers also graced the occasion.
The commissioning of the Bar Complex was part of the activities marking the 2021 Law Week organised by the NBA, Owo, to honour their Grand Patron, Governor Akeredolu, on his 65th birthday.
The Law Library within the complex was also named after the former Chief of Protocol to the Governor, late Tosin Ogunbodede.
The legal icons at the event commended Governor Akeredolu for providing leadership in all ramifications.
They lauded the Governor for his outstanding selfless service to the people of the state and the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) where he belongs, urging him to continue to show his commitment to the rule of law and the NBA.
Speaking at the event, Chief Solanke, who congratulated the Governor on his 65th birthday, specifically applauded him for donating such a magnificent Bar Complex to Owo branch of the NBA.
She urged the branch to maintain the edifice to continue to serve its purpose while calling on members to rededicate themselves to the rule of law and rescue the country from the circle of corruption which has eaten deep into the fabric of the nation.
The chairman of the branch, Mr Olatunbosun Aganun, appreciated Governor Akeredolu for his benevolent gesture, saying the Governor single handedly financed the building.
He explained that the NBA, Owo, decided to honour the Governor for his remarkable contributions to the development of the legal profession, the Bar and, particularly, Owo Branch and his sterling performances as Governor.
The Owo NBA Chair also saluted the Governor’s unbiased and truthful contributions to national issues.
In separate remarks, the chairman of the occasion, Chief Olujinmi, and the President of NBA, Apata, congratulated the Governor on his birthday and the donation of the Bar Complex.
They equally lauded him for his contributions to national issues as the chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum.
Also in his lecture, the Guest Lecturer, Mr. J. K Gadzama, lauded the Governor for being a shining example for all, just as he commended him for the establishment of Amotekun Corps to address insecurity in the South-West region.
Present at the event were the deputy Governor, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa; Acting State Chairman of APC, Engr. Ade Adetimehin; Secretary to the state Government, Princess Oladunni Odu; and other members of the state executive council; members of the House of Assembly led by the majority leader, Hon. Oluwole Ogunmolasuyi, among several dignitaries.
Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, on Wednesday declared that he will never depart the path of righteousness and justice as he advances in age.
The Governor, who disclosed that he has always kept the path of Justice, vowed to continue to wax stronger on it.
Governor Akeredolu spoke during a Holy Communion Service to mark his 65th birthday at the Chapel of the Epiphany located at the Governor’s residence, GRA, Owo.
Arakunrin Akeredolu, who testified to the unfailing love of God upon his life, said the Almighty has continually demonstrated his kindness towards him.
The Holy Communion Service hosted by the Diocese of Owo, Anglican Communion, was attended by Governor Akeredolu’s family members, friends and political and professional associates within and outside government.
In his sermon, the Bishop of the Diocese, Rt. Revd. (Dr) Stephen Fagbemi who noted that Owo Diocese was happy to have Arakunrin Akeredolu as its Chancellor judging by his unrelenting commitments to the service of God and his people, said the Governor should continually give thanks to God for increased strength from the Almighty.
The Bishop used the opportunity to acknowledge the sterling performance of Arakunrin Akeredolu in his first term as Governor of Ondo State and prayed for greater achievements in his seconcod term.
Highlights of the Holy Eucharist include Thanksgiving by the celebrant , Cutting of birthday cake presented by the Diocese of Owo and special songs rendered by the Government House Choir.
Dignatries at the service include the Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa; Chairman of APC in the State, Engr. Ade Adetimehin; Princes Oladunni Odu, 1st Female Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Chief Folake Solanke, SAN; Chief of Staff to the Governor , Chief Olugbenga Ale; Hon Commissioner for Information & Orientation, Mr Donald Ojogo; Vice Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba Akoko, Professor Olugbenga Ige; Vice Chancellor of Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology, Professor Sunday Ogunduyile; Chairman Ondo State Security Network Agency, Chief Adetunji Adeleye, Chairman of Akoko Southwest , Hon . Augustine Oloruntogbe and his counterpart from Idanre Local Government, Prince Kayode Aroloye and several others.
Richard Olatunde Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State.
In a bid to celebrate the joy of bringing forth into the world, family, friends and well-wishers trouped to celebrate the family of Mr and Mrs Kayode Olabanji as they name their new baby girl.
The naming ceremony was held at Christ Renewal Church of All Nations, at Aratunsi, Oke Aro, Akure, on Sunday.
During the sermon, Pastor Solomon Okorie told the congregants that the baby who is God’s gift is not only for the family but the church of God as well, as the child is also a gift for the nation.
Past. Emmanuel Ademola handing over Oluwaseun to her parents during thechristening
He said, ” children are gifts from God, this is why the parents are saddled with the responsibility to take care of the child and having both parents is a great lesson.”
Okorie advised the parents to train the child, and not neglect the place of discipline. He said training begins from breastfeeding. And he advised parents to be role models while they show their children the pathway to God and emphasized the importance of education, adding that the child should be trained to respect her parents, elders, authority and God.
He, therefore, prayed that God would open the door for sufficiency as the baby is added to their family.
The Founder of CRCN, Past. Emmanuel Ademola during the christening
While giving his gratitude, the father of the child, Olabanji, appreciated all that was present while recounting how God shew up during the delivery.
Amongst present were families, friends, and members of The Hope Newspapers.
Kayode Olabanji is a staff reporter at Owena Press Limited, publisher of The Hope Newspaper, currently the correspondent covering Ondo Southern Senatorial District.
The member of House of Representatives representing Ile-Oluji/Oke-Igbo and Odigbo federal constituency has felicitated with Muslims throughout his Constituency as they celebrate the Eid-el- Kabir.
The people’s representative was at the residence of Hon Ismail Ayodele Olurimisi, the Chief Imam of Odigbo local government for the el-eid- Kabir celebration as point of contact to all the faithful Muslim in his constituency
In a Sallah message by the Chairman, House committee on FRSC, wished Muslim brothers and sisters in his consituents happy, peaceful and safe Eid-el-kabir celebration.
The Chief Imam of Odigbo has called on the Muslim faithful to continue to demonstrate fear of God which they described as a key ingredient in building a better Odigbo LG
The Ondo state former commissioner for culture and tourism said the essence of Eid-El-Kabir is the demonstration of the fear of Allah by Prophet Ibrahim (ASW) and his son, Prophet Ismail (ASW). If all of us can imbibe the fear of Allah, then our society will be better. Our local government will develop if leaders display fear of Allah in taking key decisions that will affect the interests of the country and lives of the ordinary people,” he said
He called on Muslims to continue to imbibe the spirit of love, peace, kindness and sacrifice, as exemplified by the Holy Prophet Muhammad
He further urged Muslims to preach peace and imbibe the virtues of Prophet Mohammed whose sacrificial and obedient life is the reason for the celebration.
He said the Eid-el-Kabir festival commemorates Prophet Ibraheem’s willingness to sacrifice his son in deference to the will of God, It is only through love for one another and commitment to peace, security and stability that the Local Government can progress towards the fulfilment of its great potentials as a nation,” he said.
While urging Odigbo LG Muslims to celebrate moderately, he tasked Muslims to use the occasion to pray for peace, security, stability and prosperity of Odigbo LG , according to him, is moving on the path of sustainable development.
He further urged Muslims to remember those who don’t have and share the merriment with them.
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