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Iyaloja of Ijebuland, Elewuju assassinated in Ogun

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ABEOKUTA—Tragedy struck in Ijebu-Ode as unknown assailants reportedly hacked the Iyaloja-General of Ijebuland, Alhaja Sadiat Elewuju to death.

The deceased, 82, was reportedly attacked by six unidentified men at her residence in Sabo-Molode area of Ijebu-Ode in Ijebu-Ode Local Government Area of the state at about  3.00pm.

It was gathered that, the attackers inflicted several machete cuts on her and left her in the pool of her blood.

Attempt by some members of her family to rescue her proved abortive as she reportedly died in hospital.

According to a source, the woman was rushed to three hospitals including Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching hospital and Lagos State Teaching hospital before she gave up the ghost.

When contacted, the Ogun State Command Police Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, confirmed that suspected assailants macheted the woman to death.

Adejobi said,”She was attacked by suspected assailants and found in the pool of her blood.  Someone informed the police, we rushed down to the area, we found mama in the pool of her blood. She was taken to hospital in Sagamu for treatment. She was later referred to another hospital in Lagos, where she was confirmed dead.

“The command will do the needful to make sure we get those culprits apprehended and brought to book.

“The commissioner of police, Abdulmajid Ali, will visit the scene , visit the family, visit Ijebu town so that we will be able to re-strategize and make sure there is proper security in Ijebu-Ode and do proper investigation into the matter. We assure the good people of the state that we are going to get those who perpetrated the act.

“We want to commiserate with the family of the deceased, we want to commiserate with the people of Ijebu-Ode, and the Iyaloja community in Ogun State generally; we want to assure them that the police would definitely make sure that these culprits are brought to book.”

Her remains had since be committed to mother earth according to Islamic rites.

Visiting   her residence,symphatisers mainly market men and women and politicians from different political parties were seen discussing the development.

A condolence register had since been opened while the popular Oke-Aje market was shut in her honour.

Callers at Elewuju’s residence were the Acting Governor of the State, Chief (Mrs) Yetunde Onanuga; the Secretary to the State Governor, Mr. Taiwo Adeoluwa;Senator Adegbenga Kaka; former chairman of the Teaching Service Commission(TESCOM), Ms. Bukonla Onabanjo ; chairmen of Ijebu-Ode and Odogbolu Local Government areas, Honourables Rasak Daddah and Wale Shittu; chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, Chief Jide Awosedo and a member representing Odogbolu State Constituency, Hon.Adebowale Ojuri, among others.

In her remarks ,Onanuga,described   Elewuju’s death as a rude shock and promised that the perpetrators of the act would be brought to book.

Meanwhile, a  neighbour to the deceased person told our correspondent   that her assailants did not take anything away from her house.

The source   who did not want her name in print said Iyaloja’s killing was politically motivated.

She said  ,”She was very popular in the political circles even the house she lived in was given to her by former Ogun State governor, Gbenga Daniel.

“She stood her ground on any matter and to her credit, she has championed many causes for women especially the market women.”

The deceased was installed as the Iyaloja-General of Ijebuland by the Awujale of Ijebu-Ode, Oba Sikiru Adetona.

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PMF president Bishop Anthony supports Trump’s deportation scheme says , it’s necessary to preserve America

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The Mass deportation scheme of the American president Donald Trump has been greeted with mass criticism as many believes that Trump is rather being too harsh with his policies with over 10 million migrants facing the risk of deportation, the president of Pentecostal Ministers Forum and the foundation of Kings In Christ Power Ministries International, Bishop Chidi Anthony has applauded Trump for his actions stating that it’s to the boon of the American nation

Speaking to newsmen from his residence in Lagos, the president enunciated that it’s necessary for Trump to take such drastic measure in order for the nation of America not to collapse and maintain her status as a major world power “what Trump is doing is necessary,do you know how many people comes into America everyday,I think this is necessary in order to preserve the status of America as the number one nation of the world, criminals and unwanted people need to be flushed out of America”

He maintained that Americans love what Trump is about to do as it was one of the things he used for campaign in order to be truiphant in the election “Trump made a promise to carry out the largest deportation in the history of America,he used it as a tool to win the election,if Americans didn’t like what he wanted to do,they wouldn’t have voted for him,i must confess that every true American will definitely like what Trump is about to do,i know he loves America and he knows what is good for the nation of America”

The president of PMF also ascribed Nigeria’s security problems to foreigners and illegal immigrants who infiltrated the country to unleash chaos and havoc on Nigerians ” as a Nigerian and a clergyman,I stand tall to assert that foreigners from neighbouring nations are responsible for 80% of the security threat we have in this country, Nigerians are very loving people,the brutality, savagery, cruelty, bloodthirstiness, ferocity and barbarity you have been witnessing is not by Nigerians,i wish our government can emulate Trump and flush out the foreigners who are in this nation to bring calamity,if they can do that,i guarantee you that insecurity will reduce drastically if not stop totally”

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Prince Adedipe Dauda Ewenla Intervenes in Wasiu Ayinde K1 VS Islamic Clerics Saga

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“Gànú” is considered an
abusive word in Yoruba land. I am not supporting Wasiu Ayinde (K1) But we Muslims need to talk to ourselves. A reasonable person wouldn’t go where he or she was not invited. After all the late Wasiu Ayinde s (K1) mother was not a practicing Muslim when she was alive

I am a practicing Muslim I spend Millions of Naira yearly to promote Islam every year but I don’t joke with my Tradition as a Yoruba man and a royal born

Personally, I don’t listen to his music, as Wasiu Ayinde (K1) is not my favorite musician.

However, to be truthful, Wasiu Ayinde (K1) was clearly disappointed when he met Alfa in his house instead of his father’s house, where the prayer for his mother was supposed to take place. The mistake he made was in the choice of language.

But I am highly surprised and disappointed seeing almost every notable Islamic scholar fighting and threatening Wasiu Ayinde (K1) on Social media because of the abusive words instead of preaching for him as a Muslim

Where are you people when some Islamic scholars like Imam of Iwo. Imam Ogbomosho and Mr Rasheed of Iwo were abusing our Traditional Rulers and traditions? I personally started calling him Mr Rasheed since the day he opened his head to the general public because it is against the Yoruba traditions and culture when he was a king but he became an ordinary person immediately he opened he head

Where were you people when Imam of Saki was disrespectful to the King (Oba) of Saki?

Where were you when one of our Islamic scholars called (Ooni of Ife) to deburk what he didn’t know or Say publicly is that not an abuse to the Royalty and to the Yoruba’s?

It’s surprising seeing Islamic scholars dragging supremacy with the king (Oba) in a community not even a Chief or Baale but with a King is that not an insult?

Have you ever seen a pastor disrespecting any of Yoruba traditional rulers? Why are we Muslims always?

They respect themselves and Yoruba traditional rulers and it’s hard to see any reasonable Yoruba’s to disrespect any Pastor

If some Islamic scholars. Alfa refused to stop disrespecting Yoruba traditional rulers some Yoruba’s are still coming out to disrespect some of you publicly because only a bastard Yoruba born will be happy seeing any Religious leaders disrespecting their Traditional Rulers expecially in Yorubaland we don’t joke with our Traditional Rulers

Anyway, if all these Islamic scholars put the same energy into fighting for the citizens by addressing issues like Ritualists, Corruption, Cultism and other evil activities happening in Nigeria, our nation would undoubtedly be one of the best in the world

Wasiu Ayinde (K1) Might apologize tomorrow but the deed has done. All I know is that nobody can disrespect Yoruba traditional Rulers and go freely there must be reward

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Prince Amb (Dr) Adedipe Dauda Ewenla
Nis Psu DiL Bsc Msc

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Lagos Deserves Me As Governor In 2027 – Prophet Ikuru

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Founder of the Jehovah Eye Salvation Ministry, Prophet Godwin Ikuru, while reiterating his bid to succeed Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu as Lagos State governor come 2027, has unequivocally that the state deserves no other person to occupy the Round House, Alausa, but him.

Prophet Ikuru expressed the belief that his deep understanding of the state’s complexities coupled with his extensive grassroots engagements among the residents of the state uniquely qualified him to seek the exalted seat.

Prophet Ikuru well known for his prophesies and philanthropy, it is on record that he accurately predicted the historic victory of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2023 elections, and his spiritual insights also supported the elections of several governors like Niger, Nasarawa, Kogi, Lagos, Imo, Edo, and Delta States.

The prophet said veering off his known terrains of philanthropy and prophecy to contest for the exalted seat of Lagos State governor should not be surprise, because his over 27 years of living in the nation’s commercial capital has well positioned him to the job.

Prophet Ikuru, if elected as governor, promised to run on a platform of inclusivity, transparency, and development if finally elected as next governor of the state.

Prophet Ikuru noted that his philanthropic efforts had earned him widespread respect as he had consistently provided support to vulnerable communities, empowered youths and championed causes aimed at improving lives across the state.

According to the man of God, his accurate predictions and endorsements inspired him to take a more active role in governance, saying it was not enough to foresee and support the right leaders alone, adding that now is the time for him to step forward and offer himself for service as Lagos State governor.

He said Lagos State deserves a leader with a heart for the people, a vision for progress and the courage to make difficult decisions, all of which he promised to deliver as governor, noting that his proposed policies would be focused on addressing key challenges such as traffic congestion, housing deficits, youth unemployment, and healthcare.

He equally emphasised the importance of bridging the gap between the government and the people to foster trust and collaboration.

“It’s not enough to foresee and support the right leaders. Now, I believe it’s time for me to step forward and offer myself for service. Lagos State deserves a leader with a heart for the people, a vision for progress, and the courage to make difficult decisions. By God’s grace, I am ready to take on this responsibility,” he promised.

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