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ITA OSUN FESTIVAL: OONI WANTS NIGERIA TO PRIORTISE CULTURAL TOURISM FOR ECONOMIC SUCCESS, SUES FOR PEACEFUL COEXISTENCE

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Arole Oodua & Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II has insisted on the need for the government to put cultural tourism into priority as a veritable tool for economic growth of the states in Yorubaland, saying tradition is the root of Yoruba’s heritage.
Ooni Ogunwusi said this on Saturday while making his speech during this year’s edition of the  annual Osun festival tagged “Ita Osun 2018” held at the Osun shrine, Ita Osun in Ile-Ife which served as the first settlement of Osun goddess from where she moved around the world.
“Tradition is the root of Yoruba’s heritage, Nigerian government and all the states in Yorubaland must invest cultural tourism to productively drive economic growth as this is the case in Isreal,  Saudi-Arabia, Brazil and other tourist destinations in the world using pilgrimages as as lucratice economic tourism.” Ooni said
The Co-Chairman of the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria also used the occasion to preach peacefuil coexistence among Nigerians saying   Nigeria will survive at the time of challenges only if  the people maintain peace with one another irrespective of religion  and ethnicity.
As the Custodian the sacred throne of Oduduwa, the progenitor of Yoruba people worldwide, Ooni explained that Osun is one of the 401 deities sent by the Almighty God to form the world from Ile-Ife then known as Ife-Oodaye.
He said while Oduduwa, Ogun and Kori were in charge of Prayer, Iron and children respectively, Osun was made a deity that has to do with water who should always be celebrated as no one can function without water.
The African foremost monarch concluded his speech by insisting  Nigerians must uphold their cultural heritage and traditions by showcasing deities like Osun saying water is an essential commodity that necessary and compulsory for humanity.
“No one can be enemy to water, we should therefore celebrate and always remember this deity that has to do with productivity and multiplication”.
“We are not Idol worshippers as people think of, but we are promoting our cultural heritage as being done all over the world because any stream that forget the source will surely dry”.
Am pleading with our governments at all levels especially in Yorubaland to support prioritizing tradition and culture of Yoruba for exonomic gains because tradition is the root of our heritage.
Also, Rt Hon Muyiwa Oladipo, the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Ogun State, commended Ooni Ogunwusi for prioritising tradition and culture of the Yorubas.
“We are celebrating Osun festival by reviving and sustaining our culture, adding that festival is a good thing to value and embrace, because our culture and tradition are dying.
“We need to proudly acknowledge our own  Ooni of Ife, who is trying his best to ensure the stability of our cultural heritage. This why our tourism promoting governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun FCA has always taken part in all the Cultural event organized the Arole Oodua represented by me as his Commisioner for Culture and Tourism.” Rt.Hon Oladipo said
Oladipo admonished all and sundry to support the royal father in uplifting the tradition, saying culture is different from religion.
Dr Santos Pedro Bernardo, a Brazilian tourist from Rio De Janerio who was among the several foreigners that came from contries like Cuba, Brazil, Jamaica Congo Republic, South Africa an USA to witness the Osun fetival expressed delights for the cultural reception they all have so far enjoyed at Ile-Ife which they described the ancestral home not only to the Yorubas but also to the entire mankind.
Speaking with journalists in company of his co-tourists, Pedro Berbardo lauded Ooni Ogunwusi’s commitment to African cultural tourism revolution which has taken him to several countries including Brazil where he met him recently.
“Ooni is undoubtedly the global face of cultural tourism revolution at the moment. I read about him in 2016 when he travelled to America with about 100 chiefs and priests, awesome! I have since then developed interest in him and I went to meet him at a Rio’ heritage site CRISTO REDENTOR, a Giant (98-ft.-tall) mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views with
its horizontally outstretched arms spanning 92 feet (28)”.
“We been visiting tourist sites in Ile-Ife since two days ago Am so amazed to see this land is so culturally blessed especially the Nigeria’s tallest Statue of liberty built 2 years ago by this Ooni Ogunwusi in honour of  Moremi Ajasoro. Nigerian government must really encourage this great monarch” Santos Pedro Bernardo said
Signed:
Comrade Moses Olafare,
Director, Media & Public Affairs,
Ooni’s Palace

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MFM Cross Over Night: A Night to Take Over

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MFM Cross Over Night: A Night to Take Over

MFM Cross Over Night: A Night to Take Over

 

Sahara Weekly Reports That The Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) Cross Over Night Service is more than just an event—a life-transforming encounter you cannot afford to miss. This extraordinary night has become a spiritual phenomenon, providing a powerful platform to break barriers and step boldly into the new year through dynamic, divinely inspired prayers.

 

 

If you’re seeking a heavenly atmosphere charged with the compelling power of the Almighty God, Prayer City, Kilometer 12, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, is the place to be. Under the anointed ministration of the General Overseer, Dr. D.K. Olukoya, this service is designed to usher you into divine breakthroughs for 2025.

 

MFM Cross Over Night: A Night to Take Over

 

The event will run from Tuesday, December 31, 2024, through Wednesday, January 1, 2025. To add to the spiritual intensity, the Manna Water Service, renowned for divine healing and intervention, will be integrated into the Cross Over Service. This unique combination ensures a double dose of God’s mighty move.

 

To make the most of this divine encounter you leave home early to arrive on time. The Mini Concert kicks off at 5:00 PM, setting the atmosphere, while the Cross Over Service officially begins at 8:00 PM.

 

Don’t let anything hold you back—join thousands of worshippers as we take over 2025 in the presence of God. Be there!

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2025: There’s Hope On The Horizon For Nigeria, Lagos – Sanwo-olu

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2025: There’s Hope On The Horizon For Nigeria, Lagos – Sanwo-Olu

 

 

By Ifeoma Ikem

 

 

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has spread a message of hope and optimism for Nigeria and Lagos as the world celebrates Christmas.

 

 

Speaking at the Cathedral Church of Christ, Marina Lagos, Governor Sanwo-Olu assured citizens that 2025 holds promise for a better future.

 

2025: There's Hope On The Horizon For Nigeria, Lagos - Sanwo-olu

 

The governor expressed gratitude to God for the country’s resilience despite its challenges. He commended residents for their faith in his administration, pledging to continue working towards a safe, secure, and prosperous Lagos.

 

 

Governor Sanwo-Olu emphasized the importance of living in peace and harmony, urging families and friends to support one another.

 

2025: There's Hope On The Horizon For Nigeria, Lagos - Sanwo-olu

 

“As a government, we’ll continue to provide enabling environment for growth and advancement, especially infrastructure development.

 

“Nigeria will be better eventually just like our President assured us in his media chat, and everyone will smile,” he added.

 

 

Meanwhile, the Diocesan Bishop of Lagos, Rt. Revd. Ifedola Senasu Okupevi appealed to the federal and state governments to alleviate the suffering of the masses.

 

He called for policy relaxation to bring peace and prosperity to the land.

 

According to Dr. Okupevi, the citizenry must jettison tribal sentiments and embrace unity, stressing that by so doing, “we will realize the country of our dreams.”

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Grace Nation: Birth of Jesus Christ a Testament to Supernatural Power – Dr. Chris Okafor

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Grace Nation: Birth of Jesus Christ a Testament to Supernatural Power – Dr. Chris Okafor

“No man was involved in the birth of Jesus Christ,” says Dr. Okafor.

 

God’s faithfulness over humanity is evident in the gift of life and the countless blessings He bestows upon us. Therefore, celebrating Jesus Christ, the reason for the season, is both an obligation and a privilege, says Dr. Chris Okafor, Senior Pastor of Grace Nation International, also known as Liberation City.

Speaking during the Divine Intervention and Breakthrough Service held at the International Headquarters of Grace Nation in Ojodu Berger, Lagos, Dr. Okafor emphasized the profound meaning and significance of Christmas. In his teaching on the theme “The Power and Essence of Christmas,” the renowned preacher urged believers not to lose sight of the true essence of the season amidst celebrations.

Dr. Okafor highlighted two monumental events in Christian history where God demonstrated His unparalleled power. First, the birth of Jesus Christ—a miraculous conception involving no human intervention. He described this as an extraordinary act of supernatural power.

Second, he spoke of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, noting it as another profound manifestation of divine power. “There is no place in the Scriptures where God displayed such power as He did during the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ,” Dr. Okafor remarked.

He further elaborated, “The birth of Jesus Christ is a testimony to supernatural power and divine intervention. This is why we must celebrate and honor this remarkable event, reflecting on the love and mercy that God has shown to humanity.”

A Time of Reflection and Miracles

The service featured a reading of the Nine Lessons of Christmas and a heartfelt rendition of carols by the Great Liberation Voice choir. It was a moment of deep reflection, as the congregation expressed gratitude for God’s unending grace and mercy that have sustained Grace Nation’s global community.

In the spirit of the season, the service was also marked by testimonies of deliverance and miracles. Attendees witnessed evil projections dissolving instantly, the destruction of altars holding people’s inheritances, and the release of miracle babies to expectant mothers.

Prophetic Declarations for the Future

Dr. Okafor concluded the service with fatherly blessings and declarations for the coming year. He assured Grace Nation members worldwide that 2025 would be a year of divine rewards for those who serve God faithfully and truthfully. “The year ahead will surpass expectations, bringing greater blessings in all aspects of life,” he declared.

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