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IDUMUJE-UGBOKO CRISIS: SOCIAL MEDIA, TIRED OF LIES ABOUT NED NWOKO…

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NED MUNIR NWOKO

The social media especially Facebook had been suffused in recent times with a tale of two themes. One a personality, PRINCE NED NWOKO and second a community, IDUMUJE-UGBOKO.

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The tone of the narrative on Ned Nwoko and Idumuje-Ugboko ( the land of his birth) had followed a pattern – hostile, bitter and hateful.

A babbling bard like an angry bird has been singing and singing and singing….
We call it IWEDIKE! ( Resentful begrudge of nobility)

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The diatribe mostly by Ned Nwoko’s fellow tribesman (Azuka Jebose) from Onicha-Ugbo has been spewed for too long now with repetitive dissonance, tasteless in intent and meaningless in value.

Same old lamentations. Same old lies – Ned Nwoko is a land grabber, Ned Nwoko is a bully. What a boo!

The Ned Nwoko Media and Communication Directorate has reached its wit’s end watching a boring circus of empty song jarring the ears morning, afternoon and night – every day! Social media is tired. We are tired of tales.

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By strategy and orientation, we are totally averse to rebutting aggressive charges. Reason that a comeback to an insult ( no matter how festering ) is not often the best elixir for a riposte for obvious purposes.

By Ned Nwoko’s radiant standing, he can never descend to the gutter. A man with so much glory and honour pampered by amazing grace can only walk in fanciful measured steps. No decent man will lace his shoes to run after nothing. It makes no sense to dignify nonentity. To do such would be infra dig. So let it be with Ned Nwoko and his minuscule maligners.

But for social courtesy, it is necessary to make particular clarifications.

Contrary to the story of chroniclers of falsehood, Ned Nwoko is not land grabbing Idumuje-Ugboko Prince. He stands today at the centre stage of endless ovation with the development of the first sports university ever in sub Saharan Africa, STARS University located in his home town. A multi billion Naira timeless legacy that would from generation to generation celebrate the mythic destiny of one man interlaced with the good fortune of a people – Anioma and far afield.

It is on record as a proven fact that all Idumuje-Ugboko farmers had been compensated by Hon. Prince Ned Nwoko of which over 200 million Naira was spent for compensation over the land acquired for the building of the university and an international golf course.

The irony of the 90 hectares granted with C of O is that it is the same land that various Onitcha-Ugbo families claim belong them and the Ned Nwoko foundation has paid these families close to 200 million Naira just for peace sake.

The idea for the settlement was to stop them from farming at the golf course land, within the STARS university.

Though most of the farmers are not the original owners of the land as they are itinerant crop cultivators and strangers farming on Idumuje-Ugboko ancestral land, they were paid compensation for peace and harmony, sequel to a request by the then Obi of the kingdom, the late Obi Albert Okwuwadiegwu Nwoko.

It bears emphasis to state that all documents relating to the ownership of the land where the STARS university is located, were duly and legally acquired by Hon . Prince Ned Nwoko.

No one has been forcibly dispossessed. So the tale of a 92 year woman allegedly locked out of her farmland is false. An old story fabricated in futility to hoodwink.

It is worthy of note that in deference to the implementation of the peace agreement brokered by the Obi of Owa kingdom, HRM Emmanuel Efeizomor and other royal fathers in Anioma area, to withdraw all cases in court including the land dispute, Prince Ned Nwoko has fully complied.

On criminal murders in Idumuje-Ugboko, it is silly slander to link Ned Nwoko. He has no hand in such gory crudity.

There was the incident of one Ugochukwu Nkenchor and another Onicha-Ugbo boy who were fighting over a farmland with cult groups resulting in Ugo’s tragic death. The farmland in dispute is far from the STARS University land. The murder case is with the police and of no interest to Prince Ned Nwoko or his family.

The other case was on Sunday 13th October 2019 involving one Ogogo Blessing, who came into Mount Ned Nwoko’s Resort Idumuje-Ugboko with his girlfriend to swim in the pool under rain unknown to the managers of the tourist centre. He eventually drowned. He did not use the life guard and the security couldn’t have helped him under that circumstance.

The Mount Ned Nwoko Resort is a public place where people from all walks of life come in for functions and tourism. The management has been extremely careful in security arrangements.

Blessing’s case was like a man who doesn’t know how to drive getting on the wheels of a car without permission and crashes the car killing himself. It was practically a suicide mission. Who do you blame?

It is important to note that Prince Ned Nwoko has shown empathy to the family of the deceased led by one Ifeanyi Ogogo, a Pastor with the Mountain of Fire Ministry, Issele Uku. Only a man with innate fellow-feeling over human grief he never caused could have been this humane. How is Ned Nwoko a murderer?

The infamous mayhem in Idumuje-Ugboko relating to lingering kingship tussle was never at any time plotted by Ned Nwoko. As a man of peace with refined temperament, his conducts are above board. That clearly explains why he has been demanding for SOCIAL JUSTICE over the bloody infractions in his beloved community as a conscientious son of the land.

He believes in rule of law and not propaganda. That those who organized and funded the terror in Idumuje-Ugboko as well as their foot soldiers must be tried as charged. He supports their prosecution as well as the trial of any person that runs foul of the laws of the land. They are being tried for the crimes committed against others. The consequences of not being punished is rather imagined. Deterrence is essential. He asks for no more, no less.

That is all the blackmail and frenzied attacks on his reputation.
All the distractions and lies against him are from people who loath his fortune and good nature.

The Nwoko royal family of Idumuje-Ugboko knows Prince Ned Nwoko. They appreciate what he is building for humanity. They know his background and understand that he will be the last person to use force or violence on anyone. Too sophisticated for that. But they also know that he is not a push over. No one can revoke a land allocated for a noble cause as a university. It will not happen!

We dare say that the vilification of Ned Nwoko will remain a useless vice.

A million traducers and more can never achieve what Prince Ned Nwoko has garnered in life. Thanks to grit and divine grace. He has over 500 students on his scholarships both in Nigeria and abroad. He caused the Asaba Benin road to be dualized. He not only got NDDC to do the Onicha-Ugbo-Idumuje-Ugboko-Ewohimi road but also spent N100 million to maintain the road. He ended Nigeria‘s economic recession. He helped to settle Paris and London club loans for states and local governments across the country. Millions of people were paid or employed because of the refunds the governments received. He has put Idumuje-Ugboko on the world map with the STARS university.

On social media, the defamers song of sorrow is that Ned Nwoko is buying land in his village with his money! Most of them are destitute. They cannot afford to build a house in their homestead. Homeless. None can even visit home. They are neither here nor there. Rudderless without roots like Kenyan folklorist Gerald Angira‘s lost “child of no world “.

LIES have no legs. Crippled by retrogression. Truths beget motion. Blooming glory and life. Here is the trajectory of Ned Nwoko. Light is his lot.

Now to his disparagers! Drum your loudest beat to denigrate Ned. Conjure the most grotesque adjective to label him, mimic Goebbels propaganda to paint him, deploy your worst. Keep gloating. You are just pining in self pain.
You are wasting your time.

We are tired of your sick tales if you are not tired.

The name will not change. Ned is Ned!

He rings a long bell that sounds world wide. He is a Prince of Idumuje- Ugboko. He is a billionaire. He is a philanthropist, He is an international lawyer. He is the founder of one of Africa’s most prestigious universities. The first black African explorer to visit the South Pole, Antarctica on continental anti-Malaria mission. The famous husband of Nollywood Star, Regina Daniels.

NED NWOKO MEDIA.

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Olubadan: Ambassador Tukur Buratai Visits Late Oba Lekan Balogun’s Family, Says Ibadan Has Loss A Great Leader

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Olubadan: Ambassador Tukur Buratai Visits Late Oba Lekan Balogun’s Family, Says Ibadan Has Lost A Great Leader

Olubadan: Ambassador Tukur Buratai Visits Late Oba Lekan Balogun’s Family, Says Ibadan Has Loss A Great Leader

The Great Kingdom of Ibadan has loss a great leader; Ambassador Tukur Buratai.

 

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A former Chief of Army Staff, (COAS, Nigerian Army) and former Nigerian Ambassador to the Republic of Benin, Ambassador (Lt General rtd) Tukur Buratai CFR, who’s also the Aare Akinrogun of Ibadan Land, has expressed condolences over the passing of the Olubadan of Ibadan Land, Oba Lekan Balogun.

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Olubadan: Ambassador Tukur Buratai Visits Late Oba Lekan Balogun’s Family, Says Ibadan Has Lost A Great Leader

During a condolence visit to the Palace of the late Olubadan, on Monday 18th March, 2024. Ambassador Buratai who led an array of eminent Nigerians, that included Hon Jafaru Ribadu, Brigadier General Muazu, Colonel Emmanuel Adegbola, Comrade Oladimeji Odeyemi and other eminent dignitaries.
Amb Buratai described Oba Balogun as a father figure who lived a commendable life.
Amb Buratai on arrival at the Ali iwo palace paid a tribute to the late Olubadan in the condolence register, where he wrote, ” The great kingdom of Ibadan has loss a great leader, a great Monarch with great compassion and empathy to the people of Ibadan and to humanity.
HRM, late Oba Dr Mohood Lekan Balogun was very friendly and well liked by all the people that come across him. I will miss his love and friendship. May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Amin. My condolences to the family and Ibadan people”.
Ambassador Buratai acknowledged Oba Balogun ‘s impressive background as a lecturer, a knowledgeable politician, a former Senator.

Amb Buratai expressed his hope the Oba Balogun’s passing will not be in vain. He prayed that the Almighty Allah would forgive his shortcomings and provide solace to the bereaved family.

Ambassador Buratai was received at the late Olubadan’s Palace by the younger brother of the late Monarch, Senator Kola Balogun, the Oloris, Children and other family members of the late Olubadan.

Ambassador Buratai equally commiserate with His Excellency, Engr Seyi Makinde, the Executive Governor of Oyo State, who’s a prominent son of Ibadan Land, the Olubadan in Council, and the good people of Ibadan Land, and most especially the families of the late Oba Lekan Balogun.

Ambassador Buratai then proceeded to the Ali iwo family house of the late Olubadan to offer prayers for the late Olubadan.

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TY BURATAI HUMANITY CARE FOUNDATION EXTENDS CONDOLENCES TO OYO STATE AND IBADANLAND ON PASSING OF OBA DR. MOSHOOD LEKAN BALOGUN

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TY BURATAI HUMANITY CARE FOUNDATION EXTENDS CONDOLENCES TO OYO STATE AND IBADANLAND ON PASSING OF OBA DR. MOSHOOD LEKAN BALOGUN

TY BURATAI HUMANITY CARE FOUNDATION EXTENDS CONDOLENCES TO OYO STATE AND IBADANLAND ON PASSING OF OBA DR. MOSHOOD LEKAN BALOGUN

 

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In a heartfelt gesture of condolence and respect, the TY Buratai Humanity Care Foundation has extended its sympathies to the Oyo state government, Olubadan-in-Council, the Oyo State Traditional Council, and the people of Ibadanland following the passing of the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Dr. Mohood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II.

 

 

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TY BURATAI HUMANITY CARE FOUNDATION EXTENDS CONDOLENCES TO OYO STATE AND IBADANLAND ON PASSING OF OBA DR. MOSHOOD LEKAN BALOGUN

The Chairman of the foundation, Amb Ibrahim Dahiru Danfulani Sadaukin Garkuwan Keffi, conveyed the Foundation’s deep sorrow in a statement that was shared with the press. The Foundation’s Grand Patron, His Excellency, Ambassador Lt Gen Tukur Yusufu Buratai (Rtd) CFR, former Chief of Army Staff Aare Akinrogun of Ibadanland, expressed shock at the news and offered prayers for the peaceful repose of Oba Balogun’s soul. He also acknowledged the late monarch’s enduring legacy as a symbol of royal excellence and accomplishment.

The statement further expressed the Foundation’s condolences to the immediate family of Oba Dr. Balogun, the Olubadan-in-Council, the Oyo State Traditional Council, and the entire people of Ibadanland during this period of mourning. The TYBHCF stands in solidarity with all those affected by the loss of a revered leader and pillar of the people .

As the kingdom grieves the passing of a significant figure, the Foundation’s message of condolence serves as a reminder of the shared sense of loss and the enduring legacy of Oba Dr. Mohood Lekan Balogun.

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WHY PRIMATE AYODELE CAN’T BE FRIENDS WITH OTHER TOP MEN OF GOD

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10 KEY REASONS WHY EVERYONE RESPECTS PRIMATE AYODELE ELIJAH By Wale Lawal

WHY PRIMATE AYODELE CAN’T BE FRIENDS WITH OTHER TOP MEN OF GOD

 

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A lot has been written about Primate Ayodele Elijah, the founder and leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church. A lot has been said about him. If truth be told, there is probably no man of God who has made the headlines in recent times as much as Primate Ayodele did. He is always in the news, releasing astonishing prophecies or showing claims of prophecies that have just come to fulfillment. And at other times, the man is speaking truth to power, telling our leaders what they’re doing wrong and the consequences of their actions or inactions on the populace. Whenever the government has taken action or implemented a policy that he fears may be unfavourable to the citizenry,

 

WHY PRIMATE AYODELE CAN’T BE FRIENDS WITH OTHER TOP MEN OF GOD

WHY PRIMATE AYODELE CAN’T BE FRIENDS WITH OTHER TOP MEN OF GOD

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Primate Ayodele is one of the first few people to speak out against such policies or action. Most times, while trying to fight for the masses, Primate Ayodele often critcizes the government with such intensity and passion that sometimes make you wonder if he is not taking things a little personal with our leaders. He gets emotional about these issues sometimes and says out of anger things that make you afraid for his own safety. But the truth is it’s nothing personal, that’s simply how deeply concerned and worried Primate Ayodele is about the plight of the less privileged.

 

Many may have been wondering why Primate Ayodele has not been seen in company of some prominent men of God like himself. Many wonder why he has not joined the long list of prophets and men of God who, for years running, have been making regular visits to Aso Rock to wine and dine with our leaders when the Nigerian masses that depend on them to speak truth to power are languishing in penury. The answer is obvious – Primate Ayodele does not frolick with men of God who do not have the interest of the masses at heart. If, as a man of God, you want to really annoy Primate Ayodele, just begin to flaunt your wealth at your congregation or the general public and you will instantly incur the wrath of this great man of God. He dislikes with a passion men of God who do not use their wealth and God given resources to help the needy around them and the society at large. Indeed, some of these men of God who run massive churches and boast of humongous congregations actually bully their church members with their wealth, flaunting before them their multi million naira exotic cars and expensive gold wrist watches and designer outfits. This is exactly what Primate Ayodele despises and one of the reasons why he cannot be seen in any form of fraternity with these flambuoyant men of God who have been consumed by all the vanities of life. While Primate Ayodele is driven more by his love for the masses as evident in his phenomenal philanthropy, most of these other prominent men of God are driven more by love for money and hunger for recognition by the government. Let us call a spade a spade, Primate Ayodele and these so called men of God have nothing in common, they cannot be friends. They cannot understand the depth of Primate Ayodele’s compassion when it comes to showing concern about the plight of the man on the street.

In the last few weeks alone, starting from the month of February, Primate Ayodele, embarked on what can only be described as super mega philanthropy. It is something unprecedented in Christendom. No Pastor, no man of God has ever done this before. Many will recall that this extremely humble and unassuming man of God had a palliative market late last year that shook the entire nation. Many women from far and near thronged Oke-Afa where Primate Ayodele’s Church, INRI Evangelical Spiritual church is located to benefit from the large heart of this incredible man of God who took it upon himself to help the needy cushion the biting effect of the economic hardship that was triggered by the removal of the fuel subsidy. There were hundreds of different food items in large volumes on sale at incredibly low prices. Primate Ayodele slashed down the prices of many expensive food items such as rice which was selling at N70,000 at the time but sold at N20,000 per bag. The women couldn’t believe their luck. They were all full of prayers for the renowned man of God. But the second Palliative market held last month February 14 was even bigger and more astonishing. Women who had heard of the first Palliative market stormed the venue of the second edition of the Palliative market. And this time, the prices were slashed beyond imagination. Imagine a bag of rice sold in the market at N80,000 was sold for N20,000, a bag of beans was sold for N2,000, tubers of yam were sold for N1,500, a bag of Semovita was sold for N1,500, garri was sold for N3,000, a carton of Indomie sold for N1,500, wheat was sold for N2,000 and many more.

Not done yet, Primate Ayodele gave out monetry gifts to different people to empower them. He handed a cheque of N700,000 to support a young growing ministry. Others got N500,000 to support their businesses while several others got endowment funds to support their education. JAMB and WAEC forms were paid for to support less privileged children who are desirous of going to school, while the aged and the widows too were not left out of empowerment support of various kinds. But the high point of the day was when Primate Ayodele gave about five cars to different people including this writer. Indeed, after giving out the 5 cars, he gave out more cars in the days that followed. It is needless to remind anyone of the price of the smallest brand of cars in the market in this inflation driven economy.

He has also commissioned a healthcare facility where medical care will be given to the. Community at very little cost. It is expected to be an ultra modern health care facility. The prominent man of God also commissioned a bakery where bread of different sizes will be sold at unbelievably cheap prices.

How many men of God can do this for those around them? How many of them do actually feel the pain of the masses like Primate Ayodele does? How many do share in his spirit of giving and can show compassion the way he does? It must be very few, and we are yet to see those few. Just like they say, you cannot give what you don’t have. And once you don’t have this passion for philanthropy burning in you as a man of God, then you cannot be Primate Ayodele’s friend. The minute he discovers you’re a vain man of God who does nothing but bully people with his wealth, he will move far away from you. As far as he is concerned, there is no meeting point between both of you. You are extremely stingy, he is an incurable giver. You are an oppressor, he is a fighter of the masses. You are darkness, he is light. So, how can these two different individuals with totally contrasting personalities be friends? This is also one of the reasons why Primate Ayodele has chosen to stay away fron CAN and PFN. He believes they do not share in his ideologies and he does not agree with theirs either.

Clearly, for those wondering why Primate Ayodele does not frolick with other men of God, let us be honest, can a man like this have the time to be frivolous with his resources like his other colleagues in the vineyard of God? Certainly not Primate Ayodele. The man is a lone ranger. A one man riot squad. He needs no friends to operate. He chooses his friends, his friends don’t choose him. But the last person Primate Ayodele will choose as a friend is a man of God who does nothing but flaunt his flmbuoyant lifestyle in the faces of the poor and hungry!

-WALE LAWAL

(08037209290)

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